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On YouTubeTom Aspinall News / MMA on SI / December 29
UFC Champion Tom Aspinall shares grim medical update on eye injuries
UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall is still feeling the effects of the eye poke that brought his first title defense to a premature end at UFC 321.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29
Ex-UFC star mocks Joe Rogan for ‘really pretty girl’ remarks about 15-0 Dakota Ditcheva
A former UFC fighter has taken a shot at the promotion’s most legendary commentator. Joe Rogan recently heaped praise on PFL star Dakota Ditcheva during an episode of his popular podcast.
UFC star signs off on new fight offer just days after withdrawing from UFC 326
It looks Paulo Costa may already have his next fight all lined up even after reportedly withdrawing from UFC 326. We’re still several weeks away from the
Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / December 29
UFC star goes in on Arman Tsarukyan for ‘getting personal’ just days out from their title clash
Just days out from their title clash, UFC star Shara Magomedov has gone in on Arman Tsarukyan. After being continuously snubbed of a UFC lightweight title fight, Arman Tsarukyan made the decision to keep himself busy by competing in grappling.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29
Dana White urged to sign Conor McGregor’s teammate after KO win over heavyweight who had 7-1 UFC run
Fans are calling for the UFC to sign a two-weight champion after his latest win Conor McGregor famously held two titles at the same time during his legendary UFC career.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29
Daniel Cormier Signals What’s Next for UFC’s Paramount Era After ESPN Show With Chael Sonnen Ends
Throughout the years, there have been defining moments in the UFC’s history—whether it’s UFC 1, which introduced MMA with no weight classes, minimal rules, and a tournament format, or 2019, when the UFC’s deal with ESPN began.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29
Justin Gaethje Risks Dana White’s Punishment as He Nearly Puts UFC 324 at Risk
Justin Gaethje is less than a month away from facing Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324. This time, the stakes feel even higher for ‘The Highlight’, as he prepares to fight for an interim title once again after first winning the belt by defeating Tony Ferguson at UFC 249.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29
Daniel Cormier Only Fears One Man in Wrestling, It’s Not Jon Jones
For most MMA fans, the rivalry between Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones is UFC lore. They fought twice at the peak of their rivalry, and while Cormier lost both—officially one—his pedigree as a great wrestler was never questioned.
Don Frye News / MMA Weekly / December 29
UFC legend Don Frye hospitalized with heart condition
MMA pioneer and UFC legend Don Frye was recently hospitalized due to a heart condition. "The Predator" was suffering from arrhythmia and could have died if it weren't for fellow MMA legend Gary Goodridge.
MMA News / FirstSportz / December 29
Islam Makhachev Rates Conor McGregor Levels Above Ilia Topuria in One Aspect
Ilia Topuria is undoubtedly one of the biggest names on the UFC roster, with consistent performances elevating his status among fans. The fighter first won the UFC featherweight championship and later moved up to become the lightweight champion.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29
Tom Aspinall Signals Delay for Ciryl Gane Rematch in Latest Surgery Update
It’s been more than two months since the UFC 321 main event descended into chaos, yet clarity on a rematch remains elusive. Ciryl Gane’s accidental eye poke on Tom Aspinall during their October 24 clash in Abu Dhabi brought the bout to a premature halt.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 29
Makhachev Gives Topuria His Final Warning
Islam Makhachev has issued a warning to Ilia Topuria, making it clear that he will have to pay for his trash talk eventually. The pair have been linked with a fight, although they are currently at different weight classes.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / December 29
Dana White’s tease of insane 2025 fight ‘no one will see coming’ didn’t come to fruition
At the end of 2024, Dana White teased fans with a huge fight claiming that no one would see it coming because of how big it was. With 2025 coming to an end, UFC fans are already looking forward to what 2026 may hold in the premier promotion, ahead of a new era in the sport.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 28
Daniel Cormier is open to facing Jon Jones in one ruleset but instantly shut down another ex-UFC foe
‘DC’ wouldn’t turn down the idea of a return as long as he wasn’t booked against one opponent. As evident by their recent back and forth comments, the rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier hasn’t gone anywhere.
Michael Page News / Dice City Sports / December 28
Michael ‘Venom’ Page Disappearing Act At 170 Is Still A Mystery
After a standout 2025 campaign, Michael Page has a pretty good sense of when he’ll be back in action. The problem is everything else. Page doesn’t know who he’ll be fighting and he doesn’t even know what weight class the bout will take place in.
Justin Gaethje News / Bloody Elbow / December 28
Justin Gaethje was almost knocked out by one-handed fighter in his first world title defense
Justin Gaethje fought against one of the most unique fighters on the planet when he defended his title for the first time. On January 24, Justin Gaethje will compete in the first main event of the UFC’s new era when he takes on Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324.
Daniel Cormier News / EssentiallySports / December 28
Daniel Cormier Reveals Why His Students Can’t Get a Christmas Break
On the surface, Daniel Cormier seems cheerful and easygoing. But when he coaches, he enforces the same strict discipline as Khabib Nurmagomedov. This week, while most of the world celebrated Christmas and the UFC took a month-long break, DC, however, kept his students busy.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 28
Dana White was unsure about Ronda Rousey’s UFC future on the night she ended her greatest rivalry
On this day in 2013, Ronda Rousey’s star status continued to climb to historic heights. Dana White may have shut down the idea of Rousey returning to competition but he’s maintained that the UFC will always be her home.
Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / December 28
Arman Tsarukyan sent ominous warning by UFC star he’s facing outside the Octagon: ‘It won’t be easy’
Arman Tsarukyan’s next match is fast approaching. The top UFC lightweight contender finds himself out of the title equation for the time being despite winning five straight fights, occupying the No.
Islam Makhachev News / MMA on SI / December 28
Islam Makhachev reveals timetable for first UFC welterweight title defense in 2026
It appears UFC Welterweight Champion Islam Makhachev is going to sit out longer than anticipated as the promotional calendar finally shifts to 2026 in just under a week’s time.
Magomed Ankalaev News / MMA on SI / December 28
Ex-UFC champ Magomed Ankalaev could have quicker turnaround than expected in 2026
Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Magomed Ankalaev has every reason to be excited about his immediate future. Despite his 80-second TKO loss to UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira in October, Ankalaev's career reset is essential to regaining the championship next year.
Jon Jones News / HITC / December 28
The UFC legend Jon Jones says hit him harder than anyone else
Many consider Jon Jones to be the greatest MMA fighter of all time. The legendary career of the former UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion is nearing its conclusion.
Israel Adesanya News / Dice City Sports / December 27
Israel Adesanya Return: 'For me, it’s not about belts anymore.'
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya isn’t putting a date on his return to competition but he’s also not closing the door on another walk to the Octagon.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 26
Joe Rogan Hints Alex Pereira’s Next Fight Could Be a Heavyweight Surprise
According to Joe Rogan Experience host Joe Rogan, UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira may be headed in a direction few fans anticipated. Pereira currently has no shortage of contenders at 205 pounds.
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