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On YouTubeNate Diaz News / Bloody Elbow / January 6
Nate Diaz’s legacy questioned by MMA legend who argues fan favorite was ‘never good’
Nate Diaz is undeniably one of the most popular fighters in UFC history – but was he ever actually good enough to back up his swagger? That’s the question Ben Askren raised as he returned to his Funky and the Champ show with Daniel Cormier for the first time since his battle with illness that required a double lung transplant.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 6
Daniel Cormier on what it’s like being around Jon Jones ahead of Russian Ultimate Fighter… ‘It’s different’
Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones will be forever linked because of their historic rivalry in the UFC. The pair of UFC legends share one of, if not the most intense rivalry in the history of the sport, with Jon Jones having won the bragging rights between the two.
Daniel Cormier News / Bloody Elbow / January 6
Daniel Cormier reveals why fighting UFC’s youngest heavyweight champion is one of his proudest moments
The UFC Hall of Famer has reflected on a pivotal moment in his career. Daniel Cormier retired following his loss to Stipe Miocic at UFC 252 inside the Apex in Las Vegas.
Conor McGregor News / HITC / January 6
Conor McGregor turns painful UFC defeat into message of hope for homeless man in new video
Conor McGregor has found a new way to look back on one of the toughest moments of his fighting career. Michael Chandler remains focused on being the one to welcome McGregor back into the Octagon later this year, a return that would be one of the most anticipated in recent memory.
Justin Gaethje News / EssentiallySports / January 6
Justin Gaethje Addresses UFC 324 Cancellation Concerns Over Staph Infection
UFC 324 is still on track with just a few weeks to go, but the card recently hit a minor scare. Recently, fans went viral over photos and videos from headliner Justin Gaethje’s training camp that showed a mark on his neck.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 6
Gregory Rodrigues Steps in for Paulo Costa at UFC 326 against Brunno Ferreira
Gregory Rodrigues has officially stepped in to face Brunno Ferreira at UFC 326, replacing Paulo Costa on the March 7 card in Las Vegas. The matchup sets up a fascinating redemption narrative, as Robocop looks to turn the tables on a fighter who has already tasted the canvas courtesy of Ferreira’s striking prowess.
Khamzat Chimaev News / MMA on SI / January 6
UFC parts ways with 22-fight MMA veteran that debuted against Khamzat Chimaev
Former Cage Warriors titleholder Rhys McKee is apparently no longer a part of the UFC roster as of the first full week of 2026. Currently in the midst
Shavkat Rakhmonov News / Bloody Elbow / January 6
Shavkat Rakhmonov moves ahead of Ian Machado Garry in bizarre first UFC rankings update of 2026
Five divisions have been updated in the first rankings shake up to take place this year. There is so much to look forward to in 2026, with some of the UFC’s top stars recently naming the matchup that they most want to see take place over the next 12 months.
Jon Jones News / HITC / January 6
Daniel Cormier reignites Jon Jones rivalry with fierce response to trilogy talk
We are now in 2026, and the rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier is still rumbling on. This long-running feud, which began inside the UFC Octagon back in 2015, remains one of the sport’s most memorable.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 6
Sean O'Malley: '2026 is going to be lit'
Former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley enters 2026 coming off back-to-back losses. "Suga" returns to take on No. 5 ranked Song Yadong on Jan. 24 in Las Vegas on the UFC 324: Gaethje vs.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 6
Arman Tsarukyan Back in Play as Justin Gaethje Staph Infection Rumors Causes Fan Panic Before Paddy Pimblett Fight
UFC 324 has just become even more dangerous. Justin Gaethje‘s unexplained neck injury has fans completely panicking, and rumors of a staph infection are circulating rapidly, just days before the fight.
Kayla Harrison News / EssentiallySports / January 6
Kayla Harrison’s Undefeated Teammate Opens Up On 'Culture Shock' After Moving to America
On September 27 last year, Michelle Montague made history as the first woman from New Zealand to compete in the UFC when she debuted at UFC Perth in Australia.
Jon Jones News / EssentiallySports / January 6
Daniel Cormier Promises Jon Jones Trilogy, It Has Nothing to Do With Russian TUF Announcement
The public has long demanded that Jon Jones face Tom Aspinall. While the undefeated former champion has failed to deliver and continues to avoid that matchup, Jones is instead set to return to competition to square off against another familiar rival, Daniel Cormier, later this year.
Alex Pereira News / BoxingNews.com / January 6
Pereira Starts 2026 With Gift For His Father
Alex Pereira gave back to his family, gifting his father a brand new golf cart to mark 2026. The UFC Light Heavyweight Champion shared a viral video surprising his father with the heartfelt gift.
Alexandre Pantoja News / EssentiallySports / January 5
Alexandre Pantoja’s UFC Return Timeline Revealed in Positive Injury Update
Alexandre Pantoja’s indomitable run as Flyweight champion came to an unceremonious halt at the UFC 323 co-main event. In just 26 seconds, ‘The Cannibal’ broke his elbow, an injury that ended up making Joshua Van the second-youngest UFC champion after Jon Jones.
Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / January 5
Daniel Cormier threatens to ‘kick Jon Jones’ ass’ in real rematch following ‘Jones vs Cormier 3’ announcement
The year is 2026, and somehow the long rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier brews on. Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier first met in the UFC Octagon back in 2015, and that sparked the beginning of one of the most bitter rivalries in combat sports history.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 5
Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier Face Off Nine Years Since Last UFC Fight
The rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier stands among the most personal and impactful in UFC history. Their saga was built on genuine dislike, competitive fire, and two fights that shaped both legacies.
UFC star gets major health update after losing UFC belt to brutal injury
Fans can expect to see Alexandre Pantoja return to the Octagon later this year after a nasty injury cost him his flyweight title at UFC 323. With three
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 5
Alex Pereira gives hilarious viral response to Tracy Cortez's loving proposal
If he wasn't already the most popular man on the UFC roster, Alex Pereira has found a way to further his stake to the claim. As everybody shared their plans with their families and friends on New Year's Eve as we prepared for 2026, Pereira was busy announcing his new relationship to the world.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 5
Joe Rogan explains why Islam Makhachev is better than Khabib Nurmagomedov
Joe Rogan has long been a huge fan of Khabib Nurmagomedov and is an advocate for him being one of the greatest of all time. Despite his admiration of Khabib, Rogan has revealed why he believes Islam Makhachev to be the better fighter.
MMA News / Total Apex Sports / January 5
Jack Della Maddalena Breaks Silence on Makhachev Loss and Predicts Topuria Fight
It’s been a rough few months for Jack Della Maddalena. If you’ve been following the welterweight timeline, you know the script didn’t exactly go according to plan for the Aussie striker.
Michael Bisping News / Dice City Sports / January 5
Michael Bisping: 'The One Thing You Can’t Do Is Rush Back'
Few people in MMA understand the long-term consequences of eye injuries better than Michael Bisping and that’s exactly why he’s urging Tom Aspinall not to rush his return to the Octagon.
Kayla Harrison News / Dice City Sports / January 5
Kayla Harrison: 'It Didn’t Really Make Sense to Me'
Kayla Harrison isn’t losing sleep over Amanda Nunes bringing in Larissa Pacheco for training ahead of UFC 324 even though Pacheco remains the only woman to defeat Harrison in MMA.
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