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PFL’s Dan Hardy says ‘you’d laugh’ at the names he’s heard in regards to a UFC trade for one star

PFL’s Dan Hardy says ‘you’d laugh’ at the names he’s heard in regards to a UFC trade for one star

In recent times, there has been a lot of talk about how the UFC could sign a top fighter that isn’t on their roster. We’ve seen several former Bellator and PFL stars make the switch to compete inside the Octagon with mixed results.

Henry Cejudo News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Henry Cejudo plots surprising new career after ending legendary career for good at UFC 323

Henry Cejudo plots surprising new career after ending legendary career for good at UFC 323

Henry Cejudo is settling into truly retired life after finally ending his legendary career last Saturday in Las Vegas. The former two-weight UFC champion is one of the greatest combat athletes of all time, winning Olympic gold at the 2008 games before transitioning to MMA.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 11

Pimblett Says He Will Stop Gaethje – Is It Realistic?

Paddy Pimblett predicts he will stop Justin Gaethje in their UFC Interim Lightweight Title fight in the main event at UFC 324 on January 24. Pimblett enters the fight with a 7-0 professional record, having shown an ability to secure finishes.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 11
Khabib Nurmagomedov Warned Islam Makhachev About White House Fight

Khabib Nurmagomedov Warned Islam Makhachev About White House Fight

This year, Islam Makhachev cemented his legacy as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history. After vacating his lightweight title, he dominated welterweight

Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Arman Tsarukyan takes another match as he’s booked to face one of the best lightweights outside UFC

Arman Tsarukyan takes another match as he’s booked to face one of the best lightweights outside UFC

The top UFC lightweight contender will compete twice in two weeks. Arman Tsarukyan is in a period of uncertainty when it comes to his UFC career, but that won’t be stopping fans from seeing the Armenian star in action.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11
Dana White Gives Clear Verdict on Francis Ngannou’s UFC Return After His White House Demand

Dana White Gives Clear Verdict on Francis Ngannou’s UFC Return After His White House Demand

The heated saga between Francis Ngannou and Dana White shows no signs of ending. Just last month, UFC CEO grabbed headlines by calling the former heavyweight champion “not a good guy.” On the Flagrant podcast, White claimed that Ngannou once physically assaulted him in his office after the promotion withheld a bonus.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Justin Gaethje Teases Surprise Grappling Plan for Paddy Pimblett: 'Maybe I’ll Sub Him'

Justin Gaethje Teases Surprise Grappling Plan for Paddy Pimblett: 'Maybe I’ll Sub Him'

Justin Gaethje may be the most reliable bonus-hunter in UFC history, but ahead of UFC 324 he’s hinting at a twist that nobody saw coming. “The Highlight” returns on Jan.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Cesar Almeida vs. Cezary Oleksiejczuk prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Cesar Almeida vs. Cezary Oleksiejczuk prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape continues on the main card with a fight between Cesar Almeida and Cezary Oleksiejczuk in the Middleweight Division on Saturday.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Marcus Buchecha prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Marcus Buchecha prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The UFC Vegas 112 Main Card continues to roll from the UFC Apex as we’ll see another tilt in the Heavyweight Division highlight our action. Nigeria’s Kennedy Nzechukwu will take on Brazil’s Marcus Buchecha in one of the more intriguing fights of the night.

Amanda Lemos News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The Featured Prelim bout of UFC Vegas 112 is here to cap-off the action as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this bout in the Women’s Strawweight (115) Division.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Joanderson Brito vs. Isaac Thomson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Joanderson Brito vs. Isaac Thomson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape continues on the prelims with a fight between Joanderson Brito and Isaac Thomson in the Featherweight Division on Saturday.

Neil Magny News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Neil Magny vs. Yaroslav Amosov prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Neil Magny vs. Yaroslav Amosov prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape continues on the prelims with a fight between Neil Magny and Yaroslav Amosov in the Welterweight Division on Saturday.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Sean Sharaf vs. Steven Asplund prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Sean Sharaf vs. Steven Asplund prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

We’re set to make another betting prediction and pick for UFC Vegas 112 as the Heavyweight Division is in the spotlight once again. California’s Sean Sharaf will hit the octagon against Minnesota’s Steven Asplund in what should be an exciting bout on the Prelims.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Dana White issues brutal response to Francis Ngannou comeback question after PFL contract claim

Dana White issues brutal response to Francis Ngannou comeback question after PFL contract claim

Francis Ngannou could become an MMA free agent in 2026. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been under the PFL banner since 2022, having joined the promotion after a lengthy contractual dispute with Dana White’s organization concluded with the Cameroonian’s exit.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11
Dan Hooker Vows to Save Arman Tsarukyan Again After Dana White and Ilia Topuria Shut All Doors

Dan Hooker Vows to Save Arman Tsarukyan Again After Dana White and Ilia Topuria Shut All Doors

At UFC Qatar, Dan Hooker welcomed Arman Tsarukyan at the main event, breaking the Armenian’s year-long hiatus from the sport. Even though ‘Ahalkalakets’

Brandon Moreno News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Brandon Moreno reportedly books quick turnaround after complaining about an early stoppage at UFC 323

The former UFC flyweight champion seemingly doesn’t want to wait long before returning. Moreno believed that he could earn a title shot after beating Steve Erceg earlier this year to record back-to-back wins inside the Octagon.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
6ft 8in giant stunned fans by doing one thing after he KO’d the first man to beat Tom Aspinall

6ft 8in giant stunned fans by doing one thing after he KO’d the first man to beat Tom Aspinall

Renan Ferreira proved he was more than just a vicious knockout artist in August 2021.  The 6ft 8in Brazilian squared off against Stuart Austin on the undercard of a PFL event in Hollywood, Florida.

Michael Bisping News / HITC / December 11
Michael Bisping reveals why his son’s MMA debut left him just as stunned as everyone else

Michael Bisping reveals why his son’s MMA debut left him just as stunned as everyone else

Michael Bisping had no idea his son was about to step into the cage for his first amateur MMA fight last weekend. Throughout his UFC career, Bisping became known for his relentless drive and willingness to face any opponent.

MMA News / HITC / December 11
Joe Rogan’s verdict on Khamzat Chimaev at 205 lbs after he called out Alex Pereira

Joe Rogan’s verdict on Khamzat Chimaev at 205 lbs after he called out Alex Pereira

Joe Rogan thinks Khamzat Chimaev could hold his own in the UFC’s light heavyweight division. The current middleweight champion began his career at welterweight before moving up to compete at 185 pounds.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Alexander Volkanovski Acknowledges Evloev Deserved UFC 325 Title Shot, Explains Why Diego Lopes Got the Rematch

Alexander Volkanovski Acknowledges Evloev Deserved UFC 325 Title Shot, Explains Why Diego Lopes Got the Rematch

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski understands why many were surprised when the UFC announced that he would defend his title in a rematch with Diego Lopes at UFC 325  including the champion himself.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 11
Charles Oliveira Thinks Masterclass Against Max Holloway Can Steal Title Shot from Lightweight Contenders

Charles Oliveira Thinks Masterclass Against Max Holloway Can Steal Title Shot from Lightweight Contenders

Brazilian superstar Charles Oliveira remains one of the most respected and admired fighters in the UFC, celebrated for both his humble personality and his finish-oriented style.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
UFC 325 Adds Dan Hooker–Benoit Saint Denis, Rafael Fiziev–Mauricio Ruffy to Stacked Sydney Card

UFC 325 Adds Dan Hooker–Benoit Saint Denis, Rafael Fiziev–Mauricio Ruffy to Stacked Sydney Card

The UFC’s first international event of 2026 continues to take shape, with multiple high-profile lightweight matchups added to UFC 325, scheduled for January 31 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney and streaming globally on Paramount+.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 11

Chimaev Looking To ‘Avoid’ Imavov

UFC Middleweight Champion and Chechen fighter Khamzat Chimaev is not keen on facing Nassourdine Imavov as the latter’s Dagestani background would create ‘drama’.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 11
The Final UFC Card of 2025 and ESPN Deal: Preview

The Final UFC Card of 2025 and ESPN Deal: Preview

UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Kape at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas will not only be the final fight card of the year; it is also the last event under the UFC's broadcast agreement with ESPN.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 7
Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Here are some potential matchups for the winners on the main card.

Petr Yan shocks Merab Dvalishvili, reclaims bantamweight title

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