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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
Ilia Topuria tells Islam Makhachev the biggest fight in history will collapse if he loses at UFC 322
It may be more than just the welterweight title on the line for Islam Makhachev at UFC 322. After making his final defense of the lightweight belt this past January, a new chapter in Makhachev’s career will finally get underway in New York City on November 15.
UFC Vancouver: Preview And Full Fight Card
The elite of the elite of the middleweight division come to a head at UFC Vancouver this weekend, as former ONE Championship royalty Reinier de Ridder looks to secure a title shot by toppling the formidable Brendan Allen during the UFC Vancouver main event.
Jalin Turner News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
Jalin Turner’s career peaked with a 45-second finish during five-fight UFC win streak
Jalin Turner shocked the MMA world by announcing his retirement in March. The lightweight contender was just 29 years old when he decided to quit the sport following UFC 313.
Brendan Allen News / MMA on SI / October 17
UFC Fight Night Vancouver full picks & predictions for de Ridder vs. Allen
The UFC returns to Vancouver, Canada on Saturday (October 18) for another UFC Fight Night event, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 fights on the card.
Ronda Rousey News / Dice City Sports / October 17
Ronda Rousey Returns to Training But Says a Comeback Isn’t the Goal
Ronda Rousey is back on the mats but not necessarily back on the comeback trail. Speaking on The Breakfast Club, the former UFC bantamweight champion said training again has been about health, joy, and rediscovering her identity as a martial artist, not plotting a dramatic return.
Khabib Nurmagomedov News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
UFC prospect who claimed he’d submit Khabib Nurmagomedov hits back at haters after two KO losses
Anshul Jubli has fallen on hard times inside the cage since he made some controversial comments about a UFC legend. Jubli’s second-round TKO victory over Jeka Saragih at UFC Vegas 68 in early 2023 made him India’s very first winner in the promotion and only the nation’s second fighter to compete inside the Octagon.
Ilia Topuria Calls Potential Islam Makhachev Clash at UFC White House The Biggest Fight in History
It seems that Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev are destined to feud forever, without ever actually settling things inside the Octagon. After Makhachev
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
Ilia Topuria predicts Merab Dvalishvili vs Alexander Volkanovski after trying to make super fight happen
Two of the UFC’s most impressive champions both represent Georgia. While Ilia Topuria and Merab Dvalishvili both became UFC champions for the first time last year, they have very different goals right now.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
Islam Makhachev’s coach did something he never has to prepare for Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322
The threat posed by Jack Della Maddalena has driven Islam Makhachev’s team to new extremes. Once the UFC completes its annual October visit to Abu Dhabi for a pay-per-view topped by Tom Aspinall’s heavyweight title defense against Ciryl Gane on October 25, all eyes will turn to the prestigious Madison Square Garden.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
Five fights the UFC should book to kick off their Paramount deal with ‘incredible’ event
The UFC’s event at the White House isn’t the only major priority on their calendar. Dana White has already spoken about the importance of putting together a massive event at the start of next year.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 17
Merab Dvalishvili’s 2025 Run Draws Comparisons to Jon Jones’ UFC Takeover 14 Years Ago
Is Merab Dvalishvili the best fighter of 2025? Well, after three title defenses against top contenders, fans don’t seem to doubt it. After dominating Cory Sandhagen at UFC 320, ‘The Machine’ is now back to chase the record of defending a UFC belt for the fourth time in a single year against Petr Yan at UFC 323.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 17
Daniel Cormier Echoes Cory Sandhagen: Merab Dvalishvili Benefits From MMA’s Broken Takedown System
At the UFC 320 co-main event, Merab Dvalishvili delivered a record-breaking performance against Cory Sandhagen. After five rounds of total domination, ‘The Machine’ shattered the 100-takedown mark while scoring 20 takedowns of his own in this matchup.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
Dricus Du Plessis labels Khamzat Chimaev ‘crazy’ as he predicts potential clash against Alex Pereira
Having shared the Octagon with the current UFC middleweight champion, Dricus Du Plessis has given his insight into how a fight between Khamzat Chimaev and Alex Pereira would go down.
Paddy Pimblett – Out in the Cold and Being Passed By
The Baddy, Paddy Pimblett, was scheduled to end 2025 with a huge fight. Entering the year, he was riding a six fight winning run and was beginning to silence the doubters.
Alex Pereira Confirms Plans to Enter Boxing After Potential Jon Jones Superfight
Fresh off his light heavyweight title fight at UFC 320, Alex Pereira already has his eyes set on what’s next, and his ambitions couldn’t be higher. After knocking out Magomed Ankalaev in just 80 seconds, the three-time UFC champion made it clear that the light heavyweight division might no longer offer enough challenges for him.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 17
Khamzat Chimaev Should Learn From These Two UFC Champs After 'Insanely Premature' Alex Pereira Callout
For a while, fans were clamoring for a superfight, and they finally have it at UFC 322 when Islam Makhachev and Jack Della Maddalena butt heads for the coveted welterweight title.
Cory Sandhagen News / HITC / October 17
Sean O’Malley’s coach expects Cory Sandhagen to avoid striking battle after UFC 320 defeat
O’Malley and Sandhagen have yet to face each other inside the Octagon, but they do share several common opponents, including Merab Dvalishvili, Aljamain Sterling, Petr Yan and Chito Vera.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17
‘Forget about Amanda’… Kayla Harrison’s manager makes Ronda Rousey pitch
Kayla Harrison is on the cusp of the biggest fight of her career. Following their stare down at UFC 316, fans are still waiting to find out when Kayla Harrison will face a returning Amanda Nunes.
Jarred Brooks News / MMA Sucka / October 17
Strawweight King Eyes Two-Division Glory In Flyweight Championship Debut
Reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion Joshua Pacio will test himself at a higher weight class when he challenges ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Yuya Wakamatsu for his belt at ONE 173: Superbon vs.
Ronda Rousey News / HITC / October 17
Ronda Rousey says she’s the ‘greatest ever’ after explaining MMA comeback
The former UFC and Strikeforce women’s bantamweight champion played a huge part in raising the profile of women’s MMA. She broke new ground as the first woman to headline a UFC event, sharing that milestone with Liz Carmouche in 2013.
MMA News / FirstSportz / October 17
Team Merab Dvalishvili Laughs Off Petr Yan’s ‘Excuses’ for Terrible Defeat in First Fight
Merab Dvalishvili’s recent dominance inside the Octagon has placed him at the forefront of the UFC bantamweight division, and discussions around his previous bouts continue to draw attention.
Joe Rogan News / Dice City Sports / October 16
UFC 321 Broadcast Booth Set: Laura Sanko Replaces Joe Rogan for Abu Dhabi Card
Abu Dhabi — The UFC has finalized its on-air team for UFC 321 on Saturday, October 25, with Laura Sanko stepping into the commentary booth while Joe Rogan sits out the international event.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 16
Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vancouver
UFC Vancouver is reaching its apex as we bring you our betting prediction and pick for the Co-Main Event taking place in the Welterweight (170) Division.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 16
Manon Fiorot vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vancouver
The UFC Vancouver Main Card is reaching a fever pitch as we’re set to bring you a betting prediction and pick for this bout between ranked contenders in the Women’s Flyweight (125) Division.
MMA News / Yardbarker / October 12
Potential lightweight matchups for Charles Oliveira, Mateusz Gamrot after bout
UFC fight night in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ended in stunning fashion with Charles Oliveira submitting Mateusz Gamrot with a rear naked choke in the second round of their bout. Here are some potential next matchups for each fighter.
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