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Kamaru Usman Announces Retirement Decision as He Reveals Final Career Goal

Kamaru Usman Announces Retirement Decision as He Reveals Final Career Goal

Is it too soon for Kamaru Usman to retire? He is 38 years old, but had an impressive win over Joaquin Buckley in his last fight. While the answer can be subjective to everyone, for ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’, he seems quite clear in his head.

Merab Dvalishvili News / HITC / February 17
Sean O’Malley claims ChatGPT declared him the winner of his first fight against Merab Dvalishvili

Sean O’Malley claims ChatGPT declared him the winner of his first fight against Merab Dvalishvili

Sean O’Malley says artificial intelligence supports his view of his fight with Merab Dvalishvili. After dropping the bantamweight title at UFC 306 by unanimous decision, O’Malley has continued to question the scoring.

MMA News / HITC / February 17

Joaquin Buckley calls out Dana White for forgetting his name during press conference

Joaquin Buckley publicly addressed Dana White after the UFC president appeared to forget his name at a recent press conference. White was discussing what he called a “dumb beef” involving Buckley and Terence Crawford when he seemingly failed to mention the welterweight by name.

Dana White News / MMA Weekly / February 17

Sean O'Malley shares disappointing UFC White House update

UFC CEO Dana White predicts that the UFC event at the White House in June will be the most watched event in the promotion's history. He's also promised the best fight card UFC matchmakers have ever put together.

MMA News / HITC / February 17
Dustin Poirier has three-word response to Nate Diaz calling him out for UFC White House fight

Dustin Poirier has three-word response to Nate Diaz calling him out for UFC White House fight

Dustin Poirier needed only three words after Nate Diaz publicly called him out. Diaz recently mentioned Poirier as a potential opponent for a proposed UFC White House event, alongside Conor McGregor and Mike Perry.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 17

UFC insider 'confident' Alex Pereira will fight at UFC White House event

UFC CEO Dana White said the fight card for the UFC White House event in June is in place, but no bout announcements have been made. Who'll be featured on the historic fight card has been speculated since President Donald Trump made the announcement that the White House South Lawn would host a UFC event for the American 250 celebration.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 17
Jack Della Maddalena Believes Another Big Win Puts Him Back In Line For Islam Makhachev Rematch

Jack Della Maddalena Believes Another Big Win Puts Him Back In Line For Islam Makhachev Rematch

For any UFC champion, losing their title is like Iron Man losing his suit and JARVIS. At UFC 321, Islam Makhachev created history for himself, but it was the worst night for Jack Della Maddalena, as he was completely outclassed for all five rounds and lost his 18-fight winning streak.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 17
Lerone Murphy Issues Chilling Warning To Movsar Evloev Ahead Of UFC London Showdown

Lerone Murphy Issues Chilling Warning To Movsar Evloev Ahead Of UFC London Showdown

While in the UFC, there is always excitement when a title is on the line or when there is a heated rivalry between fighters. Likewise, whenever two undefeated stars fight each other, like when Ian Garry took on Shavkat Rakhmonov, there are always many eyeballs on the matchup.

Merab Dvalishvili News / EssentiallySports / February 17
Sean O’Malley Uses ChatGPT to Tarnish Merab Dvalishvili’s Legacy

Sean O’Malley Uses ChatGPT to Tarnish Merab Dvalishvili’s Legacy

The UFC Noche at the Sphere was supposed to be the spot where everything exploded for Sean O’Malley. Big stage. Massive production. Larger promises. Instead, the bantamweight star left Las Vegas without his title and, eventually, without the rivalry.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Tom Aspinall Gets Insider’s Backing as Dana White’s Stance Fuels UFC Title Uncertainty

Tom Aspinall Gets Insider’s Backing as Dana White’s Stance Fuels UFC Title Uncertainty

Dubai, London, Las Vegas—none of it matters if the champion can’t see clearly. And that is where the tension lies. Months after a title contest ended in chaos, the talk about Tom Aspinall hasn’t stopped.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Sean O’Malley Concerned for His UFC White House Spot While Conor McGregor Accepts Nate Diaz Callout

Sean O’Malley Concerned for His UFC White House Spot While Conor McGregor Accepts Nate Diaz Callout

The hype for the UFC White House card has been steadily building, but Sean O’Malley is still waiting for his call. ‘Suga’ is coming off a clean bounce-back win over Song Yadong at UFC 324, sits at no.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Jorge Masvidal announces he will host $500,000 bare-knuckle MMA tournament including return of UFC star Anthony Smith

Jorge Masvidal announces he will host $500,000 bare-knuckle MMA tournament including return of UFC star Anthony Smith

Jorge Masvidal has confirmed plans for a massive money tournament as his bare-knuckle MMA promotion returns. The former BMF champion and welterweight title contender has taken to promoting in his post-fighting days, and has introduced a new type of MMA without gloves.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Dustin Poirier Gives Three-Word Response to Nate Diaz’s UFC White House Callout

Dustin Poirier Gives Three-Word Response to Nate Diaz’s UFC White House Callout

Dustin Poirier wasn’t chasing a spot on the UFC White House card, but it looks like Nate Diaz has dragged his name into the conversation anyway. With the promotion lining up the historic June 14 event and veterans circling for relevance, the Stockton legend recently threw out his wish list for his return to the Octagon.

Kamaru Usman News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Kamaru Usman wants to retire in 2026 as a two-division champion by avenging his last defeat

Kamaru Usman wants to retire in 2026 as a two-division champion by avenging his last defeat

‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ has got plans in mind for the year ahead. Islam Makhachev’s team are still pushing for Kamaru Usman to be his first welterweight title challenger.

Norma Dumont News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Norma Dumont books potential eliminator against Yana Santos after missing out on title fight

Norma Dumont books potential eliminator against Yana Santos after missing out on title fight

The UFC lost a massive fight at the start of the year due to a champion’s serious injury. Kayla Harrison had to withdraw from her clash with Amanda Nunes due to requiring surgery.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Dustin Poirier open to clash against Nate Diaz as he responds to former UFC star’s callout

Dustin Poirier open to clash against Nate Diaz as he responds to former UFC star’s callout

When Dustin Poirier announced his retirement from the UFC, it seemed as though it could be short lived. Ahead of his UFC 318 BMF title fight against Max Holloway, ‘The Diamond’ made it clear that it would be his final fight in the sport following an incredible 32-fight UFC career.

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MMA News / MMA on SI / February 16

25-Fight UFC Veteran Shockingly Ends Retirement for Bareknuckle MMA Tournament

Former UFC title challenger and 25-fight UFC veteran Anthony Smith is set to make his return to MMA after announcing his retirement last year. With a staggering

Tom Aspinall News / The Body Lock / February 16

Tom Aspinall’s Fighting Days May Be Over After Latest Surgery

Tom Aspinall underwent double eye surgery and faces an unclear recovery timeline The interim UFC heavyweight champion said he doesn’t know when or if he

MMA News / The Body Lock / February 16

Nate Diaz Wants Conor McGregor Trilogy at White House UFC Event

Nate Diaz wants to return to UFC on the June 14 White House card after nearly four years away Diaz named Conor McGregor as his top choice for a trilogy

MMA News / The Body Lock / February 16

Amanda Nunes Wants Kayla Harrison Fight at the White House: ‘I’ll Be Right Here’

Amanda Nunes is waiting for Kayla Harrison to recover from neck surgery that canceled their UFC 324 fight in January Nunes hopes the rescheduled fight

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16

Zion Clark targets flyweight return following submission loss to UFC heavyweight Valter Walker

Zion Clark has spoken out for the first time since being tapped out at Karate Combat 59. The elite-level wrestler, who was born without legs, squared off against Valter Walker on Friday.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 16
Kamaru Usman Claims He’s Islam Makhachev’s Toughest Test, Teases New Game Plan for Khamzat Chimaev Rematch

Kamaru Usman Claims He’s Islam Makhachev’s Toughest Test, Teases New Game Plan for Khamzat Chimaev Rematch

Former welterweight king Kamaru Usman believes he presents the toughest stylistic challenge for reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, while also hinting at a more calculated approach should he earn a rematch against Khamzat Chimaev.

Charles Oliveira News / MMA Weekly / February 16

Coach: Max Holloway ahead of schedule in training for Charles Oliveira rematch

Former featherweight champion and BMF titleholder Max Holloway is in the homestretch of his UFC 326 training camp. "Blessed" takes on former lightweight titleholder Charles Oliveira in a rematch with the symbolic BMF belt on the line.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Dricus Du Plessis Eyes Miami Return, Vows to 'Fix' Chimaev Puzzle in Title Rematch

Dricus Du Plessis Eyes Miami Return, Vows to 'Fix' Chimaev Puzzle in Title Rematch

Former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis isn’t looking for tune-ups. He isn’t looking for excuses either. He’s looking for his belt back and ideally, he wants it from the man who took it.

Aljamain Sterling News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Aljamain Sterling: 'Everything I Said Was Fair and Valid'

Aljamain Sterling: 'Everything I Said Was Fair and Valid'

In a video posted after UFC 321, Sterling questioned how quickly Aspinall opted out of the fight. “Was he milking it? Was he using his best Aljamain Sterling acting attributes to take home the gold?” Sterling asked.

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