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Ilia Topuria Targets UFC 324 Winner for Return, Fires Shots at Makhachev and Tsarukyan

One of the UFC’s biggest stars may be on hiatus but not for long. UFC lightweight standout Ilia Topuria revealed Friday on X that he plans to return to the Octagon between April and June, and he already has his sights set on championship gold.

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Cris Cyborg Questions Kayla Harrison’s Weight Cut After Title Fight Withdrawal

Kayla Harrison’s first UFC bantamweight title defense is officially on hold and one of her longtime rivals isn’t buying the timing. UFC officials confirmed that Kayla Harrison (19-1 MMA, 3-0 UFC) has withdrawn from her scheduled Jan.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 18

Mohammed Usman: 'I Made a Mistake'

Mohammed Usman has spoken publicly for the first time since receiving a lengthy suspension from Combat Sports Anti-Doping. On Friday, CSAD announced that Usman tested positive for testosterone ahead of a scheduled Oct.

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 18

From Champion to Struggling: O’Malley Gets Second Chance at UFC 324

Kayla Harrison’s injury forced her out of UFC 324 title fight against Amanda Nunes Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong promoted to co-main event slot O’Malley looking to end two-fight losing streak after consecutive losses to Merab Dvalishvili Song Yadong enters with 3-1 record in last four fights, only loss to Petr Yan Justin Gaethje vs.

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 18

Is Conor McGregor vs Jorge Masvidal Happening at the White House?

Jorge Masvidal revealed he is training for a major fight and expects confirmation within 10 days When asked about fighting Conor McGregor at the White

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 18

Chael Sonnen: UFC Will Give Conor McGregor ‘A Real Guy’ at White House Event

Chael Sonnen says UFC would give Conor McGregor a legitimate opponent if he fights at a White House event Sonnen questions whether McGregor will actually commit to a UFC comeback after extended absence Dana White shut down speculation about McGregor vs.

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 18

Paddy Pimblett Fires Back: ‘I’d Fight Arman in a Heartbeat’

Paddy Pimblett denies ducking Arman Tsarukyan and says he would fight him immediately if offered Pimblett faces Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight

Sean Strickland News / HITC / January 18

Sean Strickland explains why he hates filming with UFC ahead of return fight

Sean Strickland is open to reading a script for UFC promotional material, provided he can finish the filming sessions ahead of schedule. The ex-middleweight champion is not a fan of the production days fighters go through before an event.

Amanda Nunes News / The Body Lock / January 18

Amanda Nunes Keeps Training Despite Fight Cancellation: ‘Only One Thing Changed’

Amanda Nunes traveled to Las Vegas despite her UFC 324 comeback fight being cancelled Kayla Harrison withdrew from the bantamweight title fight after requiring neck surgery Nunes posted videos training in Vegas, saying ‘Only one thing changed.

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 18

Justin Gaethje Promises to Force Paddy Pimblett Into Wrestling at UFC 324

Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett fight for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324 on January 24 in Las Vegas Gaethje promises to force Pimblett to wrestle

MMA News / The Body Lock / January 18

Jon Jones Fires Back at Alex Pereira: ‘Be Careful What You Wish For’

Jon Jones responded to Alex Pereira’s callout with a direct warning about fighting him Pereira challenged Jones in a viral video filmed at a tire shop

MMA News / HITC / January 18

Why Diego Lopes said sorry to Australia before facing Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 325

Diego Lopes is not shy about how he sees the fight in Sydney playing out. The 31-year-old Brazilian is gearing up for his second shot at the UFC featherweight title, less than a year after coming up short in Miami.

Derrick Lewis News / Bloody Elbow / January 18

Derrick Lewis explains how he has gotten into the ‘best shape of his life’ ahead of UFC 324

Ahead of his 31st fight in the UFC, longtime heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis believes he is in the best shape of his life. On January 24, the premier MMA promotion returns for their first event of the year and their first of their new broadcast deal with Paramount with UFC 324, headlined by Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 18

Paddy Pimblett Puts Volkanovski and Makhachev on Notice With Bold Plans Ahead of UFC 324

Paddy Pimblett’s path to becoming a two-division champion is not exactly easy. However, the UFC lightweight star is taking a steady approach. Ranked fifth, Pimblett now gears up for a high-stakes interim title fight at UFC 324 against Justin Gaethje, just a week away.

Diego Sanchez News / EssentiallySports / January 18

'Should Be in Prison': Resurfaced Diego Sanchez Training Clip Reignites Controversial Coaching Era Debate

Brain damage is unavoidable in any combat art, but deliberately conditioning the chin and head is different. A resurfaced 2019 training clip of Diego Sanchez blurs that line in alarming ways.

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Khamzat Chimaev News / HITC / January 18

Khamzat Chimaev fires surprise warning to fans over his next UFC fight

Khamzat Chimaev was looking to step back into the Octagon quickly after capturing the middleweight title. But an injury put those plans on hold, forcing him to wait longer than expected to silence any doubters.

Amanda Nunes News / Bloody Elbow / January 18

Amanda Nunes flies to Las Vegas and continues to train ahead of UFC 324: ‘Only one thing changed’

Amanda Nunes has commented on her cancelled comeback fight for the first time. ‘The Lioness’ was supposed to face Kayla Harrison in her first fight since June 2023 at UFC 324 in Las Vegas.

MMA News / HITC / January 18

Conor McGregor softens stance on Dustin Poirier with unexpected two-word message

Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier’s long-standing rivalry might finally be over. The pair met three times, with McGregor winning the first at featherweight and Poirier taking both 155lb bouts in 2021.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 18

'Even Americans Don’t Like Him': Islam Makhachev’s Rival Accuses Colby Covington of Having Fake Instagram Followers

Yaroslav Amosov entered the UFC like a man in a hurry. One fight in, and he already had Neil Magny tapping, a debut that immediately informed the division that he isn’t here to “gain experience.” Amosov made it clear that he is after gold, and with Islam Makhachev sitting on the welterweight throne, the path will inevitably lead to him.

MMA News / HITC / January 18

The Islam Makhachev reason Paddy Pimblett wants to beat Ilia Topuria soon

Paddy Pimblett has explained why his determination to fight Ilia Topuria soon is linked to Islam Makhachev. Paddy Pimblett’s rise through the UFC ranks has been steady, and his sights are now set on Ilia Topuria — not just to settle an old score, but because he sees it as a step toward a bigger goal.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 18

Pimblett Ready To Face Arman, Denies Ducking Him

Paddy Pimblett says he is ready to face Arman Tsarukyan if the Ilia Topuria fight does not present itself. As he prepares to face Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324 on January 24, Pimblett has made it clear that he isn’t interested in sitting on the sidelines waiting for Topuria.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 17

O’Malley vs. Song Elevated to Co-Main Event UFC 324

UFC 324 has a new look after a major shakeup at the top of the card. UFC officials confirmed Wednesday that bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison has suffered an injury that forced her out of her scheduled title fight against Amanda Nunes.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 17

Conor McGregor Shrugs Off Dana White’s Dismissal of Michael Chandler Fight

Conor McGregor isn’t losing sleep over Dana White closing the door on a long-delayed matchup with Michael Chandler. After the UFC president publicly dismissed the idea of McGregor facing Chandler at the proposed UFC White House event, the former two-division champion responded with trademark bravado and indifference.

Kamaru Usman News / Dice City Sports / January 17

Mohammed Usman Accepts 30-Month Doping Ban Following Positive Testosterone Test

Mohammed Usman’s UFC career has been put on hold for more than two years. Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) announced Friday that Usman has accepted a 30-month suspension after testing positive for testosterone ahead of a scheduled bout against Valter Walker at UFC Rio in October 2025.

Darren Till News / Big Fight Weekend / January 15

‘No one wants to fight me’ – irritated Darren Till fires off at rivals

Darren Till was last seen in action, brutally stopping Luke Rockhold on August 30, 2025. The Liverpudlian certainly made his mark in MMA before moving to boxing.