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Conor McGregor vs Jorge Masvidal touted as ideal match-up for UFC White House showcase
There has been a lot of talk about Conor McGregor potentially facing Jorge Masvidal at the White House, and it is not going away any time soon. Since Donald Trump announced that UFC would be hosting an event at the White House in June, several big names in the sport have shown interest in being part of it.
Nick Diaz News / EssentiallySports / January 19
Nick Diaz Reignites Rivalry With Active UFC Champ Who Called Him Out Four Years Ago
Nick Diaz has returned from rehab in Mexico, and his reappearance alone has been enough to pull him back into the MMA conversation. The Stockton native
Paddy Pimblett News / HITC / January 19
The story behind why Paddy Pimblett turned down two UFC offers before signing for $10,000
Paddy Pimblett’s rise to fame in the UFC always seemed like a matter of time, but he did not feel any need to hurry it along. This Saturday, Pimblett steps into his first main event, facing Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight belt at UFC 324.
Conor McGregor News / MMA Weekly / January 19
Conor McGregor claims contract with UFC is canceled after Paramount deal, rallies for new deal
With the UFC's $7.7 billion deal with Paramount, Conor McGregor believes his old contract is now void and is expecting a new one to be on the horizon. Desperate to get back into the firing line for the first time in half a decade, the global superstar is hoping to add to his already impressive legacy in the sport.
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 19
Israel Adesanya Enters UFC Fight as Underdog for First Time in His Career 
Israel Adesanya is the betting underdog (+112) against Joe Pyfer (-132) at UFC Seattle on March 28, 2026 This marks the first time in Adesanya’s career
One specific rule could block Islam Makhachev and Khamzat Chimaev from UFC White House
Some of the sport’s top names might not be in action on June 14. The UFC is expected to host a major event on the White House lawn this summer, and several of the sport’s biggest names are predicted to be involved.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 19
Israel Adesanya Pushed Out of Elite Club He Shared With Islam Makhachev, GSP Before UFC Seattle
Last Thursday, Dana White & Co. surprised fans by announcing Israel Adesanya’s return at UFC Seattle. Izzy will face Joe Pyfer in a fight that could redefine his place in the middleweight division.
Francis Ngannou News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 19
Francis Ngannou punches IShowSpeed in viral social media clip
Despite his heavy presence on the internet and popularity on streaming platforms, American streamer IShowSpeed is also a widely known name in the sporting community.
Islam Makhachev News / Total Pro Sports / January 19
Days After Islam Makhachev Opened Up About Retirement Plans, He Reveals Mentor Khabib Still Longs for Fighting
Days after Islam Makhachev opened up about his thoughts on life after MMA, the reigning lightweight star has offered fans a revealing insight into his mentor, Khabib Nurmagomedov, admitting that the retired UFC legend still deeply misses the fight game.
Conor McGregor News / HITC / January 19
Conor McGregor hints at Floyd Mayweather rematch outside boxing and MMA
Conor McGregor is eyeing a rematch with Floyd Mayweather, but he wants the terms to be a bit different this time around. Back in August 2017, McGregor stepped into the ring for his boxing debut against Mayweather and was stopped in the tenth round.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 19
Jon Jones Warns Alex Pereira – ‘Be Careful What You Wish For’
Jon Jones delivered a rebuttal to Alex Pereira, as momentum builds for a showdown at the UFC White House event this summer. The exchange was ignited by a video Pereira filmed at the Brazilian tire shop where he worked before his fighting career.
Jon Anik News / MMA on SI / January 18
UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik predicts massive UFC White House headliners
UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik told TMZ Sports recently how excited he is for the promotion's first event on Paramount+ next Saturday (UFC 324), which sees the interim UFC Lightweight Championship contested between former "BMF" champion Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 18
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.
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.
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