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On YouTubeMerab Dvalishvili News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Sean O’Malley reverses lifestyle change he made to boost his chances against Merab Dvalishvili
After a second straight setback against Merab Dvalishvili, former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley is reverting to his old ways. O’Malley made the walk at Newark’s Prudential Center in early June with redemption and a return to the 135-pound throne in his sights, nine months on from the end of his reign at the Sphere.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Dana White donates $10,000 to family of PFL staff member Jeff Brady who ‘died a hero’ saving two children
Dana White joined hundreds in donating to the family of heroic PFL staff member Jeff Brady who passed away saving two children over the weekend. The UFC boss gave $10,000 towards the overall GoFundMe effort to raise $50,000 for Brady’s family as they face funeral and memorial expenses as well as immediate living costs.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Daniel Cormier reveals the only fight that would make him support Jon Jones… ‘I would cheer so hard for him’
Despite their bitter and storied UFC rivalry, there is one scenario that would see Daniel Cormier in Jon Jones’ corner. It’s safe to say that not many have had as heated a feud on MMA’s biggest stage as former two-division champions Cormier and Jones.
Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Tom Aspinall trolls the UFC after announcing that he has an opponent and date for his first heavyweight title defense
Tom Aspinall is looking forward to moving on with the next stage of his career but he’s having to keep busy in the meantime. Jon Jones has hinted at a shocking UFC return by announcing that he is back in the UFC’s testing pool after his retirement was made official just over two weeks ago.
MMA News / FirstSportz / July 8
'He’s Avoiding….!' Ian Garry Calls to Outbox ‘Canelo Hands’ Belal Muhammad on the Feet, Gets Ripped for It
Ian Machado Garry’s relentless pursuit of a fight with Belal Muhammad appears to be bearing fruit. Although not in the manner or timing he might have anticipated.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
UFC signs One Championship star who fans are calling MMA’s ‘best heavyweight grappler’
A potential contender has entered the UFC heavyweight division. It’s an intriguing time for the heavyweights as Jon Jones is no longer the champion after two years.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Ilia Topuria slams Arman Tsarukyan after top lightweight claims he’d ‘maul him’ in potential UFC title showdown
Bad blood is brewing between UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria and top contender Arman Tsarukyan. Ilia Topuria rose to the UFC’s pound-for-pound No.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Paddy Pimblett goes against the grain in Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway 3 prediction
Paddy Pimblett chooses between Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway at UFC 318. Two of the UFC’s biggest fan-favorites collide for a third time on July 19th in New Orleans.
Stephen Thompson News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Stephen Thompson once scolded two-time UFC rival for being ‘so mean’ to him in hilarious pre-fight trash talk
Stephen Thompson had a hilarious reaction to Tyron Woodley’s brutal trash talk. UFC welterweight star Stephen Thompson and former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley shared one of the division’s biggest rivalries.
Brian Ortega News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
‘Tired of hitting me’ … Brian Ortega protested Max Holloway stoppage before realizing horrific injuries
Brian Ortega didn’t hear no bell against BMF Champion Max Holloway. The #5-ranked UFC Featherweight has been on the cusp of a world title twice in his career.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Sean Strickland hits back at UFC legend Dan Henderson’s claim he was kicked from his gym for sparring too hard
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland responded to Dan Henderson’s recent claims over their gym split. Sean Strickland is undoubtedly a UFC fan favorite, known for his brash persona and forward-pressing fight style.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Justin Gaethje Calls Out Ilia Topuria, Demanding Lightweight Title Shot
Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje has put together one of the best careers in UFC history at 155 pounds, and he only wants the belt next. He’s coming off a unanimous decision victory over Rafael Fiziev after taking nearly a year off following his knockout loss to Max Holloway at UFC 300.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Daniel Cormier makes major announcement after ‘sparked’ interest in MMA coaching role
Daniel Cormier might become the latest American Kickboxing Academy vet to make the full-time move into coaching. UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier hasn’t reversed course on his decision to retire from fighting in 2020 following a trilogy loss to Stipe Miocic.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Eddie Alvarez reveals one of his biggest regrets from Conor McGregor title fight at UFC 205
Eddie Alvarez wishes he approached a prime Conor McGregor differently at UFC 205. The former UFC champion’s lightweight title reign didn’t last very long after knocking out Rafael Dos Anjos in the summer of 2016.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 7
UFC Fights to Make for the Second Half of 2025
The UFC continues to knock it out of the park through the first half of 2025 and the second half is stacking up to be really incredible as well. Many big fights are already on the books like the middleweight title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev which will headline UFC 319 next month in Chicago.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Tony Ferguson reveals his respect for ‘unorthodox’ fighter who was once kicked out of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s gym
From one unorthodox style to another, Tony Ferguson has strong respect for one particular UFC prospect. It’s safe to say that not many fit the term ‘unique’ quite like Ferguson, a former interim UFC lightweight champion who established himself as a leading fan favorite during a 13-year stint in MMA’s leading promotion.
Derrick Lewis News / Bloody Elbow / July 7
Top 5 Derrick Lewis knockouts ranked as the KO king attempts to extend his record at UFC Nashville
If Derrick Lewis’ history has taught fans anything, it’s that there’s a good chance Saturday’s UFC Nashville main event ends in a knockout. After International Fight Week and the UFC 317 pay-per-view closed out June in style, the MMA leader kicks off its July schedule with Fight Night action in Tennessee.
Justin Gaethje addresses Ilia Topuria title shot and reveals how he’s going to win, and where he wants it.
Justin Gaethje has something many in the lightweight division want, and he has a feeling it’s going to take him to Ilia Topuria. With Dustin Poirier’s retirement leaving another gap at the top of the division, Gaethje used a first-round stoppage of Rafael Fiziev at UFC 314 to crash back into title contention.
MMA News / FirstSportz / July 7
Islam Makhachev Has Bold Prediction Regarding UFC 318 Headliner Involving Former Foe Dustin Poirier
A champ does what a champ wants, and what longtime former 155-pound champ Islam Makhachev does best is understand the game well. With an impressive 15-fight win streak and a record 4 title defenses at lightweight, the Dagestani star has faced a plethora of names.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 7
Middleweight contender weighs in on Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev
The United Center in Chicago hosts the Aug. 16 UFC 319 fight card headlined by a middleweight title bout between champion Dricus du Plessis (23-2) and the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev (14-0).
MMA News / Yardbarker / July 5
'Count me in': Conor McGregor volunteers for White House UFC fight after Trump announcement
McGregor, 36, hasn't fought since losing to Dustin Poirier in July 2021.
Leon Edwards News / Dice City Sports / July 5
Leon Edwards Reveals Potential Opponent
Losing streaks are never easy. Especially for elite level fighters. For the first time in his professional MMA career, Leon Edwards finds himself in unfamiliar territory: back-to-back losses.
Jon Jones News / Dice City Sports / July 5
Jon Jones Retired For 14 Days?
In the latest twist in the unpredictable saga of Jon Jones, the former UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion is once again hinting at a return to the Octagon.
MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
President Trump says UFC will host fight at White House
Donald Trump is known for being a huge UFC fan, and the U.S. President wants to have a fight card right in his own backyard.
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