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On YouTubeConor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / January 1
Conor McGregor reminisces on his last UFC win as he heads into comeback year
Conor McGregor rolled in the New Year by reminiscing on his last UFC win, which happened almost six years ago. The Irishman hasn’t fought since the summer of 2021, when he suffered a gruesome broken leg against Dustin Poirier that sidelined him indefinitely.
Dana White News / EssentiallySports / January 1
Dana White Urged to Get Out of His Bubble After RIZIN’s Success
On New Year’s Eve, the UFC remained in preparation mode as they looked forward to starting their Paramount+ CBS era. However, in Japan, the audience was stoked to witness some exhilarating action.
Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / January 1
Shara Magomedov makes wild claim about Arman Tsarukyan’s weight despite massive size difference
Shara Magomedov believes that Arman Tsarukyan was somehow heavier than him during their grappling bout, despite an obvious size disparity the opposite way.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1
Sean O’Malley Labelled 'Racist' by Song Yadong Over Conor McGregor-Style Antics Ahead of UFC 324
With UFC megastar Conor McGregor absent, the promotion left a gap for a trash-talking star, and Sean O’Malley stepped in. From his debut, fans immediately noticed he mirrored McGregor because his trash talk, fighting style, and marketability all reflected the former superstar.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1
Daniel Cormier Praises Dana White’s Rival for Paying Him 'Crazy' Money Before UFC
Daniel Cormier maintained a really good relationship with Dana White during his seven years as an active UFC fighter. That goodwill translated well, as ‘DC’ went on to become a trusted commentator for the promotion.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 1
Michael Chandler provides Conor McGregor fight update for UFC White House
Continuing his back-and-forth with Conor McGregor and keeping the hype for their rumored clash alive, Michael Chandler has teased an appearance on the UFC White House show.
Conor McGregor News / HITC / January 1
5 Conor McGregor fights every MMA fan needs to watch
Conor McGregor has teased a return to the Octagon, reigniting excitement around the former UFC champion’s legendary prime. The Irish superstar recently re-entered the USADA drug-testing pool, with his team openly targeting a comeback fight at the rumored UFC White House event on July 4, 2026.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 1
Ronda Rousey blamed for bad relationship with UFC fans by Holly Holm: ‘She pulled herself away’
Ronda Rousey was a superstar loved by millions of MMA fans at the height of her career. Consecutive knockout losses to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes brought ‘Rowdy’ back down to Earth.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / January 1
Michael Chandler has never sounded this confident about fighting Conor McGregor
Michael Chandler seems sure he’ll finally get to fight Conor McGregor in 2026. A clash between UFC stars has been in the works since they filmed The Ultimate Fighter together in 2023.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 1
Alex Pereira celebrates the new year by revealing relationship with UFC star Tracy Cortez
Two UFC fighters have gone Instagram official with their romantic relationship. Conor McGregor celebrated the new year by telling people to watch one of his famous fights.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1
Michael Chandler’s 'Desperate' Conor McGregor White House Pitch on CBS Live Draws Fan Backlash
Michael Chandler didn’t wait for a press conference or a well-timed social media post. He chose live television. During the CBS New Year’s Eve program, ‘Iron’ leaned into the rumors and presented a vivid picture of himself and Conor McGregor fighting on the White House’s South Lawn, complete with red, white, and blue energy.
Alex Pereira News / EssentiallySports / January 1
Daniel Cormier Says He’d Feast on Today’s Light Heavyweights as a Critical Gap Opens Alex Pereira Door
The light heavyweight division has never looked more vicious on the surface. Knockouts happen quickly, and nearly every contender possesses fight-ending ability.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1
Undefeated Axed UFC Fighter Eyes Henry Cejudo, Merab Dvalishvili Wrestling Matches at RAF
Muhammad Mokaev‘s career has taken an unexpected turn, but it has not slowed him down. Instead of disappearing following his surprising UFC exit, the unbeaten flyweight has leaned into visibility and challenges that keep people talking about him.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 1
Holly Holm Rips Ronda Rousey
Holly Holm has opened up on her rivalry with Ronda Rousey, as she blamed the latter for her own decline. Holm’s career went to a whole new level when she knocked out Rousey to give the latter her first UFC loss at UFC 193.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1
'There’s No Excuses': Ian Garry Targets Pound-for-Pound Crown With Bold Islam Makhachev Claim
The tension surrounding Ian Machado Garry never really fades—it only changes shape. One week, it’s about his personality; the next, it’s about his ambition outshining reality.
Ronda Rousey News / Bloody Elbow / January 1
Ronda Rousey’s ex-teammate recalls the moment she knew she’d have to fight her for real in WWE
Ronda Rousey’s former training partner knew that she wouldn’t pull her punches. Rousey’s final UFC fight lasted just 44 seconds, as her MMA career came to an unceremonious end due to back-to-back knockout losses.
Ronda Rousey News / EssentiallySports / December 31
Ronda Rousey Held 'Responsible' for Fan Backlash as Ex-Rival Teases Rematch Amid UFC Return Rumors
This year, Ronda Rousey grabbed headlines for her scathing remarks, aimed at Joe Rogan, while also directing her frustration toward the fanbase. As ‘Rowdy’s media appearances continued to pile up, one question kept surfacing: why the sudden outbursts?
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 31
Joe Rogan labeled Justin Gaethje ‘the most violent’ fighter in the UFC just days before career best win
Just days out from one of Justin Gaethje’s biggest fights of his career, he received the highest praise from UFC icon, Joe Rogan. On January 24, Justin Gaethje will compete for the interim lightweight title for a second time when he takes on Paddy Pimblett in the UFC 324 main event.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 31
Matt Brown On Francis Ngannou: 'I Highly Doubt He Has Any Regrets'
With just one fight remaining on his contract with the Professional Fighters League, Francis Ngannou recently reignited one of MMA’s most tantalizing what-ifs: a return to the UFC for a long-awaited showdown with Jon Jones potentially on the promotion’s planned White House card in June.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 31
Justin Gaethje could complete historic $1 million feat with win over Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324
Throughout his UFC career, Justin Gaethje has become used to earning post-fight bonuses because of his violent style. On January 24, the first numbered event of the UFC’s new broadcast deal takes place as Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett clash for the interim lightweight title in the UFC 324 main event.
Tom Aspinall News / MMA Weekly / December 31
Tom Aspinall hits out at friends who turned on him after UFC 321 eye-poke incident
Tom Aspinall was on top of the world, with many believing him to have all the potential to be the best heavyweight in MMA history. While his ability hasn't faded, his public perception has suffered following his eye-poke incident at UFC 321.
Devastating UFC knockout artists reportedly set to fight in Miami at UFC 327
Top-ranked light heavyweight contenders Dominick Reyes and Johnny Walker are reportedly set to meet in the first fight confirmed for UFC 327. With 2026
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 30
Daniel Cormier: 'They’re Already Getting More Money'
Former two-division UFC champion Daniel Cormier says a major financial shift is already underway for fighters and he insists it’s a fact, not a theory.
Tom Aspinall News / Dice City Sports / December 29
Tom Aspinall Gives Eye Opening Update
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is still dealing with lingering eye issues months after his controversial no-contest with Ciryl Gane and the road back to full health is proving longer than expected.
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