MMA: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

McGregor Preparing For BKFC Debut

Dave Feldman has claimed Conor McGregor is preparing for a BKFC debut against the winner of the upcoming bout between Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens at BKFC 82 on October 4.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

‘Bro looks dead’… Fans react as UFC calls last-minute audible on five-round fight in Shanghai

The UFC Shanghai weigh-ins almost went without a hitch. The UFC returns to China this weekend for a UFC Fight Night event headlined by light heavyweight KO artists Johnny Walker and Mingyang Zhang.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 22

Jon Jones’ Return Linked To Aspinall’s Success

According to former UFC fighter and ex-teammate of Jon Jones, Keith Jardine, a potential comeback for Jones might hinge on the success of the current heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall.

Fabian Edwards News / Empire Sports Media / August 21

Fabian Edwards sleeps Dalton Rosta to win PFL Middleweight World Tournament

Tonight in Hollywood, Florida we will saw the conclusion of the PFL World Tournaments. In the main event, the middleweight world tournament title was up for grabs as Fabian Edwards (16-4) takes on Dalton Rosta (11-2).

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 21

Demetrious Johnson recalls the time Dana White told him he wasn’t the UFC’s best fighter: ‘You know why?’

Dana White tried to tell Demetrious Johnson there was a fighter better than him in his prime. Back then, it was tough to debate against Demetrious Johnson being the pound-for-pound best fighter in the world.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / August 21

Jon Jones Fires Back At Daniel Cormier

The rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier shows no signs of cooling down. The former UFC champions once again traded barbs this week after Cormier left Jones off his personal MMA Mount Rushmore during an appearance on Club Shay Shay.

Charles Oliveira News / Bloody Elbow / August 21

Charles Oliveira takes clear stance on MMA retirement ahead of homecoming fight at UFC Rio

Charles Oliveira says everybody is asking him about retirement after losing to Ilia Topuria. Oliveira, one of the greatest lightweights of all time, took a nasty fall at International Fight Week when he was knocked out by Ilia Topuria inside of a round.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 21

'He's Scared For His Life' Nate Diaz Blasts Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC 319 Championship Performance

Since leaving the UFC in 2022 after a storied 16-year career in MMA, Nate Diaz remains vocal about the promotion, often sharing his unfiltered opinions on the current UFC roster.

Sean Strickland News / Dice City Sports / August 21

Sean Strickland Suspended Six Months, Fined for Cage Altercation at Tuff-N-Uff

Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland has been suspended six months and fined $5,000 for storming the cage and striking a fighter at a Tuff-N-Uff event in Nevada this past June.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 21

Ricardo Lamas explains why you ‘can’t argue’ against Jose Aldo being UFC featherweight ‘GOAT’

Jose Aldo is still considered the king of the featherweight division. The former UFC Featherweight Champion hasn’t held onto gold since losing a title unification bout to Max Holloway in 2017, but there’s no denying what Aldo did more than a decade ago.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / August 21

UFC Shanghai’s Must-See Main Card Saturday Morning

UFC Shanghai fight week rolls on. Before a bye week for the Labor Day holiday next weekend, MMA’s No. 1 promotion in the world heads to China for their final show on the schedule for the eighth month of the year.

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 21

UFC Shanghai guide: finishers and future contenders highlight stacked card

UFC returns to China this weekend for an early-US-start Fight Night. Fans will be pleased to see an all-finisher headlining fight, paired with a hardcore veteran matchup in the co-main.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 21

5 Chuck Liddell fights every UFC fan has to watch including The Iceman’s battles with Tito Ortiz

One of the stars that helped make UFC into a worldwide phenomenon in the early days of the promotion was “The Iceman” Chuck Liddell. Liddell was the reason people all across the world sported a mohawk in the early 2000s, after his incredible performances in the octagon took the UFC by storm.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Active 20-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The 'NFL QBs with the most games started' quiz

The '2024 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'Second-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Merab Dvalishvili News / Bloody Elbow / August 21

Longest winning streaks in UFC history ranked as Merab Dvalishvili’s 13 wins land him in 4th place

Merab Dvalishvili is racking up an impressive streak of victories, but he still has a long way to go before he can boast the longest streak of wins in UFC history.

Paddy Pimblett News / MMA on SI / August 21

MMA fans celebrate as undefeated Paddy Pimblett teammate signs UFC contract

An undefeated MMA fighter that’s long been considered one of the sport’s top prospects is officially set to join his teammate Paddy Pimblett in the UFC.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 21

Dana White is trying reverse psychology on Jon Jones with UFC White House event, says ex-fighter… ‘He’s on that card’

Jon Jones could get his White House dream after all, according to a retired fighter. Currently, the UFC is working on one of the biggest events in combat sports history.

MMA News / HITC / August 21

Jon Jones gives his candid take on Khamzat Chimaev’s win over Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319

Jon Jones came away from UFC 319 with plenty of praise for Khamzat Chimaev. The Russian extended his unbeaten run to 15-0 with a convincing win over Dricus du Plessis, securing the UFC middleweight belt.

Carla Esparza News / MyMMANews / August 21

Carla Esparza Talks About Being a Mom and MMA Legacy

Former UFC women’s strawweight champion Carla Esparza talks about recently becoming a mother, retiring from The post Carla Esparza Talks About Being a Mom and MMA Legacy first appeared on My MMA News.

Rob Font News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 21

Rob Font set to clash with rising star Raul Rosas Jr. at Noche UFC

The UFC has officially confirmed that Rob Font will face Raul Rosas Jr. at Noche UFC on September 13th, a matchup combining battle-tested veteran experience with explosive teenage potential.

MMA News / HITC / August 21

Nate Diaz reveals reason behind refusal to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov in the UFC

Nate Diaz’s career is filled with memorable moments, but there are several big fights that never quite came together for him. Dustin Poirier and Khamzat Chimaev are good examples of potential opponents who could deliver a highly anticipated bout against ‘The Stockton Slugger’, and both have recently drawn criticism from the 40-year-old star.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 21

Khamzat Chimaev Masterclass Throws P4P Rankings Into Chaos Post UFC 319

The UFC’s pound-for-pound rankings saw their biggest shake-up of the year following a Khamzat Chimaev masterclass title victory at UFC 319. The shock value was amplified as Chimaev came out of the grueling 25-minute fight with Dricus Du Plessis without sustaining any injuries.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 21

Francis Ngannou Breaks Silence on PFL Founder Donn Davis Harsh Criticism

MMA fans are well aware of Francis Ngannou’s infamous split with the UFC in January 2023. After defending his heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane at UFC 270, ‘The Predator’ engaged in a year-long standoff with the promotion, demanding a better contract and the freedom to compete in boxing.

Michel Pereira News / BoxingNews.com / August 21