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Maycee Barber, Lupita Godinez Can Take Next Step Towards Title Contention

Maycee Barber and Lupita Godinez have their next assignments. On March 28, the former rematches Alexa Grasso in Seattle, while the latter takes on Tatiana Suarez at UFC 327 in Miami two weeks later.

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Paddy Pimblett hopes Arman Tsarukyan ‘breaks his neck’ in his grappling matches outside of the UFC

These two UFC lightweight stars are not likely to become friends anytime soon. Paddy Pimblett and Arman Tsarukyan spent the second half of 2025 debating who deserved the first shot at newly crowned 155-pound champion Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 9

Conor McGregor-Khabib or Jon Jones-Daniel Cormier? Dana White Names UFC’s Most Tense Rivalry

Why do fans love the UFC so much? The answer is simple: it’s relentless, pedal-to-the-metal action. Over the years, the promotion has witnessed countless rivalries, but only a select few have etched their place in UFC history as truly unforgettable.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 9

Alex Pereira makes stunning announcement about Tracy Cortez relationship just nine days in

The UFC’s light heavyweight champion has delivered some news to his fans. 2026 looks to be an incredibly exciting year for Alex Pereira as he pursues a fight that is on a lot of fans’ wish lists.

MMA News / HITC / January 9

Dana White lifts lid on recent setback that stalled Arman Tsarukyan’s title bid

The lightweight division’s top contender will not be fighting for the championship, and the UFC president has explained the reason why. Paddy Pimblett is set to take on Justin Gaethje in the UFC 324 main event for the interim lightweight belt, but many feel Arman Tsarukyan should be in that spot.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 9

‘It’s on site’… Dan Hooker ignites Paddy Pimblett rivalry by trading distasteful personal attacks

Paddy Pimblett has made a new enemy in the UFC’s lightweight division. Pimblett fighting for the interim lightweight title has been questioned ahead of his return at UFC 324 later this month.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 9

Aspinall On A Potential Pereira vs. Gane Fight

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has addressed the rumors of an interim title fight between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane. While Aspinall has previously been vocal about defending his title against Gane in a rematch, his outlook has changed a little following a diagnosis that has left his future uncertain.

Dana White News / MMA Weekly / January 9

Dana White details 'UFC takeover' of D.C. for White House event

The logistics for the UFC event at the White House this summer are done. UFC CEO Dana White revealed details about the upcoming event scheduled for June 14 in Washington D.C.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 9

Kamaru Usman Targets Colby Covington Rematch as Islam Makhachev Title Fight Talk Swirls

Kamaru Usman’s best prospects are not just in a future Islam Makhachev clash; one of them is staring him in the face from his past. After a string of losses, the former champion returned to the win column with a decisive win over Joaquin Buckley last July.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 9

'Enemies for Life': Jon Jones Slams Daniel Cormier in X-Rated Rant After Failed Friendship Attempt

Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier share one of the most bitter and enduring rivalries in UFC history. Yet, in a surprising turn, their long-standing animosity seemed to soften when the two appeared together on Alf Reality Global, a Russian MMA reality series.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 9

Is Dana White right to block Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira? The UFC boss stands firm on ‘Bones’ assessment

Despite the combat sports world clamouring for a super fight between Jon Jones and Alex Pereira, UFC boss Dana White has seemingly put his foot down. After Alex Pereira reclaimed his UFC light heavyweight title in his rematch against Magomed Ankalaev this past October, he immediately made his desired next move known.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 8

Joe Rogan Urges Dana White to Drop Grudge With White House Main Event at Stake

We know how Dana White holds on to a grudge. But will his adamance be his undoing? Joe Rogan, for one, believes White should put aside his personal feelings to prepare a card like no other for the upcoming UFC White House event.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 8

Dana White Confirms Arman Tsarukyan’s Behavior Cost Him UFC 324 Title Shot After Paddy Pimblett Rant

Arman Tsarukyan was left heartbroken and bewildered when he learned of the UFC’s decision. Despite a dominant win over Dan Hooker in November and firmly holding the No.

Fedor Emelianenko News / Bloody Elbow / January 8

UFC legend stunned first man to ‘beat’ Fedor Emelianenko on his debut before winning heavyweight title

On this day in 1999, a legend of the sport took a big step towards the UFC title. The wait for Tom Aspinall’s eyes to recover has left the UFC’s heavyweight division at a standstill for the time being.

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MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 8

UFC White House Update: Dana White Unveils More Details

In an interview on CBS Mornings on Jan. 8, UFC CEO Dana White provided the most comprehensive details to date on the planned UFC event at the White House, solidifying its status as the most ambitious project in combat sports history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 8

Joe Rogan labeled post-fight moment ‘bone-chilling’ after Amanda Nunes was left bloodied in first UFC loss

Amanda Nunes’ first loss of her UFC career came in pretty brutal fashion, and will likely go down as one of her career-worst performances. On January 24, Amanda Nunes will return to the Octagon for the first time in three years when she takes on Kayla Harrison for the women’s bantamweight title in the UFC 324 co-main event.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 8