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On YouTubeKyoji Horiguchi News / EssentiallySports / February 8
Kyoji Horiguchi Admits He Broke His Hand in the First Round; Shares Return Timeline After UFC Vegas 113
The first Fight Night of 2026 just concluded at the Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, which featured exciting matchups. Among the many, the co-main event between Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi was a one-sided affair, with the Japanese dominating the fight.
Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / February 8
Jon Jones completes another retirement U-turn as he provides worrying update about UFC comeback
Jon Jones is flirting with the idea of retiring for the second time in 12 months. The greatest UFC fighter of all time emotionally announced he was done with MMA last June.
Mario Bautista News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
How Much Money Did Mario Bautista Earn For Defeating Vinicius Oliveira At UFC Vegas?
Mario Bautista was unhappy when his 8-fight win streak was broken by Umar Nurmagomedov. Meanwhile, Bautista has now successfully bounced back and cemented his position in the bantamweight rankings.
Khabib Nurmagomedov News / HITC / February 8
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s protégé called ‘the next big thing’ after 37-second PFL debut win
There is another fighter within Khabib Nurmagomedov’s camp poised to continue his late father’s vision. Following the former lightweight champion’s exit from the sport, Islam Makhachev stepped up and took control of the division.
Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / February 8
Alex Pereira campaigns for former rival to be given spot in rankings after UFC Vegas 113 KO win
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira was watching one UFC Vegas 113 fight extremely closely. Since reclaiming the UFC light heavyweight title last October, Alex Pereira has been sitting waiting to find out what his next fight will be.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / February 8
Dana White dishes out $450,000 in bonuses on drab night at the Apex for UFC Vegas 113
Dana White paid out $450,000 in bonuses for a relatively quiet night at the Meta Apex on Saturday night. Mario Bautista headlined the first Apex event of the new Paramount era in what was his only ever headliner.
Kyoji Horiguchi News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
Former UFC Champions Believe Kyoji Horiguchi Will Soon Capture UFC Gold
Kyoji Horiguchi defeated Amir Albazi by unanimous decision in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 113 on February 7, 2026, with scorecards reading 30–27, 30–27, and 29–28.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
UFC Legend Claims Khabib Nurmagomedov Was 'Bulletproof' and Untouchable
UFC legend Don Frye recently spoke highly of Khabib Nurmagomedov, calling the former lightweight champion “bulletproof” and reflecting on just how dominant he was during his career.
Alexander Volkanovski News / BoxingNews.com / February 8
What Is Volkanovski’s Next Move?
UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski has cast doubt on Jean Silva fighting him next after the latter called him out. Following his second victory over Diego Lopes at UFC 325 to retain his belt, Volkanovski made it clear that the “line-cutters” will have to wait.
Jon Jones News / Total Pro Sports / February 8
'I Think I Could Be Done': Jon Jones Opens the Door to Walking Away From MMA
Jon Jones may finally be nearing the end of a career that redefined greatness—and controversy—in mixed martial arts. Jones, who is expected to fight Alex Pereira soon, recently admitted that retirement is no longer a general idea but a real possibility he’s actively weighing.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 8
Jon Jones Gives Up on Alex Pereira UFC White House Fight After Months of Pleading Dana White
Jon Jones seems to be playing a prolonged game of hide-and-seek with the UFC. The undefeated former heavyweight champion announced his retirement last year, only to make a sharp U-turn after the UFC’s White House card was revealed.
Mario Bautista News / MMA Weekly / February 7
UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira live results
Tonight's UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira fight card takes place at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. The event is headlined by a bantamweight bout between No.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 7
Justin Gaethje welcomes Conor McGregor fight at the UFC White House
Justin Gaethje is hoping to compete for undisputed gold when the UFC White House card arrives in June. But if lightweight champion Ilia Topuria hasn't returned to the octagon following personal troubles, Gaethje is willing put his title unification dreams aside to entertain a fight against Conor McGregor.
Fedor Emelianenko News / Bloody Elbow / February 7
Ex-UFC champ was KO’d in 22 seconds to set up Fedor Emelianenko clash that was seen by over 4 million
On this day in 2009, a statement performance earned a fighter one of the biggest matchups possible. UFC 324 may not have gone exactly how the promotion had planned but it was still a strong start to a new era.
Former UFC star calls out ‘worst referee to ever exist’ for role in UFC 325 beating
Benoit Saint-Denis delivered a punishing performance against Dan Hooker in the co-main event of UFC 325 just under a week ago. UFC 325 took place in Australia, with Alexander Volkanovski defending his title against Diego Lopes in the main event.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 7
Legendary UFC Champs Boldly Predict Usman Nurmagomedov’s Fate Against Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan
Under the guidance of Khabib Nurmagomedov, the MMA world has seen many stars. And interestingly, many of those fighters are currently among the best in the world.
Nick Diaz News / BoxingNews.com / February 7
Nick Diaz Wants UFC World Title – ‘People Are Going To See’
Nick Diaz confirmed he is not only sober but planning a return to the Octagon, with a view to becoming a world champion. The 42-year-old, who spent much of 2025 in a recovery program in Mexico, made the comments after multiple fight cancellations in 2024.
Former BMF Champion Rips Herb Dean, Labels Him the Worst MMA Referee Ever
The UFC has long been plagued by controversial officiating, with Dana White previously calling out referees such as Mario Yamasaki and Steve Mazzagatti for what he viewed as dangerous and career-shortening mistakes inside the Octagon.
Michael Chandler News / Dice City Sports / February 6
Michael Chandler Wants The BMF Title
Michael Chandler is betting on himself to be part of the UFC’s historic White House event. He’s not losing sleep over who ends up across the octagon from him.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 6
Chuck Liddell Reflects On Wear and
Chuck Liddell understands why fans worry about his health but he’s pushing back on the idea that fighting alone explains the changes people think they see.
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