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Sean O’Malley Claims Ilia Topuria Has Dana White Privilege With Honest Prediction on Tsarukyan Matchup

Sean O’Malley Claims Ilia Topuria Has Dana White Privilege With Honest Prediction on Tsarukyan Matchup

“Here’s the stupidity in the whole ‘Dana White privilege’ talk”. Dana White said during the recent Triggernometry podcast that there’s no such thing. As an example, the UFC CEO used Conor McGregor, Ronda Rousey, and, surprisingly, Bo Nickal to make his case.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24

Arman Tsarukyan Reveals Truth After Ilia Topuria Shames Him With Alleged Slap Video

Dan Hooker proved to be a small mountain to scale for Arman Tsarukyan. The Armenian lightweight submitted Hooker in the second round of their fight at UFC Qatar.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24
Ilia Topuria’s Brother Sets Record Straight on His Potential UFC Superfight Against Islam Makhachev

Ilia Topuria’s Brother Sets Record Straight on His Potential UFC Superfight Against Islam Makhachev

What initially promised a diverse fight card quickly became a night that highlighted the Topurias in the spotlight. UFC bantamweight star Aleksandre Topuria, the older brother, displayed his well-rounded skills during the prelims at the ABHA Arena.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24
Alex Pereira Casts Doubt on Jon Jones Fight at UFC White House Amid Dana White’s Hesitation

Alex Pereira Casts Doubt on Jon Jones Fight at UFC White House Amid Dana White’s Hesitation

After Alex Pereira flattened Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320, the Brazilian wasted no time revealing his next move. Inside the T-Mobile Arena, ‘Poatan’ reclaimed the light heavyweight title with a ruthless first-round knockout, then immediately declared that only a heavyweight showdown at the White House would be worthy of him next.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24
Islam Makhachev Issues 2-Week Notice as Dana White Predicted to Announce His Next Fight

Islam Makhachev Issues 2-Week Notice as Dana White Predicted to Announce His Next Fight

Islam Makhachev didn’t stick around long to discuss rankings, hype, or fan favorites. Just a week after capturing the welterweight title and establishing himself as the sport’s pound-for-pound king, he was already planning ahead—calmly, confidently, and with the certainty that only a champion with options can afford.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24
Dan Hooker Issues Medical Update After Arman Tsarukyan Loss at UFC Qatar

Dan Hooker Issues Medical Update After Arman Tsarukyan Loss at UFC Qatar

Dan Hooker did not disappear after UFC Qatar. If anything, he showed up exactly as fans expected: bruised, witty, and laughing in the aftermath of a fight week that escalated into a full-fledged war.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 24
Islam Makhachev Reveals Only Condition for Dana White to Make Him Fight Ilia Topuria at 155

Islam Makhachev Reveals Only Condition for Dana White to Make Him Fight Ilia Topuria at 155

Islam Makhachev has been open about what he wants next. Fresh off becoming a two-division champion, the Dagestani star finds himself in the midst of MMA’s most anticipated hypothetical fight: a showdown with Ilia Topuria.

Conor McGregor News / EssentiallySports / November 23
Conor McGregor Turns to God After Being ‘Shown His Death’ During Trauma Treatment

Conor McGregor Turns to God After Being ‘Shown His Death’ During Trauma Treatment

Conor McGregor‘s disappearance from social media is not unusual, but this time it seemed a little different. It wasn’t a strategic wait before a callout or a promotional stunt before a new announcement.

Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / November 23
Khamzat Chimaev issues fresh threat to Ian Machado Garry after UFC Qatar altercation

Khamzat Chimaev issues fresh threat to Ian Machado Garry after UFC Qatar altercation

Khamzat Chimaev has issued a brand new threat at Ian Machado Garry after the pair’s altercation last night. The Irishman was backstage at UFC Qatar following his win over former champion Belal Muhammad when he ran into Arman Tsarukyan and his team.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 23
Georges St-Pierre ranks Arman Tsarukyan in his top five pound-for-pound list after UFC Qatar win

Georges St-Pierre ranks Arman Tsarukyan in his top five pound-for-pound list after UFC Qatar win

Georges St-Pierre was clearly impressed by what he saw at UFC Qatar on Saturday night. Despite already proving himself to be the top contender in the lightweight division, November 22 was still a very important night for Arman Tsarukyan.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 23
Michael Bisping Explains Why Ian Garry Deserves To Face Islam Makhachev After UFC Qatar

Michael Bisping Explains Why Ian Garry Deserves To Face Islam Makhachev After UFC Qatar

The UFC Qatar Fight Night has lined up numerous potential title shots. Arman Tsarukyan is not done challenging Ilia Topuria. Just a weight class above, the welterweight division could be gearing up for one of the most hyped title defences from Islam Makhachev.

Jack Hermansson News / Bloody Elbow / November 23
Jack Hermansson issues statement amid retirement calls after latest KO loss at UFC Qatar

Jack Hermansson issues statement amid retirement calls after latest KO loss at UFC Qatar

Fans were concerned for Jack Hermansson after he suffered a scary defeat on Saturday night. Just over one week ago at UFC 322, one of the best fighters in the world successfully changed division when Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena to win the welterweight title.

Ilia Topuria News / Athlon Sports / November 23
Ilia Topuria Fires Off a Heated Message After UFC Qatar

Ilia Topuria Fires Off a Heated Message After UFC Qatar

A heated post-event message raises tension without revealing results Fresh friction adds momentum to a long-running lightweight rivalry A contender's performance and a champion's response spark renewed debate The lightweight division left Qatar with more than just results — it left with tension.

Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / November 23
Conor McGregor claims he was ‘shown his death’ in trauma treatment as he makes social media return

Conor McGregor claims he was ‘shown his death’ in trauma treatment as he makes social media return

Conor McGregor has returned to social media, and he has one heck of a story to tell about his absence. The legendary two-weight UFC champion announced at the start of last month that he would be taking a break from X and Instagram, to return at an uncertain date.

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Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / November 23

Paddy Pimblett choke victim turned teammate sends message to ‘haters’ after suffering first KO loss

November 22 was a mixed night for fighters who train alongside Paddy Pimblett in Liverpool. On Saturday night at UFC Qatar, Pimblett climbed the Octagon to celebrate with his teammate following a debut to remember.

Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / November 23
Islam Makhachev reacts to Ian Machado Garry’s UFC Qatar win and responds to his title shot callout

Islam Makhachev reacts to Ian Machado Garry’s UFC Qatar win and responds to his title shot callout

Islam Makhachev shared his thoughts following another big fight in his division on Saturday night. It was only last weekend that Makhachev reclaimed his spot as the pound-for-pound king after winning the welterweight title on November 15.

Belal Muhammad News / Bloody Elbow / November 23
Belal Muhammad admits he has ‘work to do’ after suffering back-to-back losses for the first time

Belal Muhammad admits he has ‘work to do’ after suffering back-to-back losses for the first time

The former UFC welterweight champion looked to return to the win column on November 22. Despite losing his title earlier this year, Muhammad’s matchup with Ian Machado Garry at UFC Qatar gave him the opportunity to put himself right back in the mix.

Jack Hermansson News / HITC / November 23
Fans urge ex-title contender to walk away after brutal knockout at UFC Qatar

Fans urge ex-title contender to walk away after brutal knockout at UFC Qatar

Concerns are growing for Jack Hermansson after his latest knockout defeat. Hermansson was stopped by Gregory Rodrigues at UFC 317 in June, adding to a growing list of tough losses.

Kyoji Horiguchi News / Stadium Rant / November 23
Will Kyoji Horiguchi Be The UFC’s Next Flyweight Challenger?

Will Kyoji Horiguchi Be The UFC’s Next Flyweight Challenger?

Kyoji Horiguchi triumphantly returned to the Octagon on Saturday, dominantly choking out Tagir Ulanbekov in the third round. During his post-fight interview, he made his intentions clear: “I want to get the UFC belt.

MMA News / HITC / November 23
Rising heavyweight who scored 82-second KO after 18-hour flight fires dig at Tom Aspinall

Rising heavyweight who scored 82-second KO after 18-hour flight fires dig at Tom Aspinall

At UFC Qatar, Waldo Cortes-Acosta delivered a clear jab at Tom Aspinall. In late October, the Briton was forced to withdraw from his bout with Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 after an accidental poke to the eye.

Dan Hooker News / HITC / November 23
Dan Hooker sets fresh UFC goal after accepting championship hopes are gone

Dan Hooker sets fresh UFC goal after accepting championship hopes are gone

Dan Hooker has broken his silence following his defeat at UFC Qatar. Arman Tsarukyan forced the veteran to tap in the second round of their bout on Saturday night.

Khamzat Chimaev News / HITC / November 23
Khamzat Chimaev reveals the reason behind his shove on Ian Machado Garry

Khamzat Chimaev reveals the reason behind his shove on Ian Machado Garry

Khamzat Chimaev has given his perspective on the altercation with Ian Machado Garry. Chimaev was at UFC Qatar, working in Arman Tsarukyan’s corner during his submission victory over Dan Hooker.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 23
Ian Garry Plans to Use Team Ilia Topuria Against Islam Makhachev in Potential Title Fight

Ian Garry Plans to Use Team Ilia Topuria Against Islam Makhachev in Potential Title Fight

Last night at UFC Qatar, Ian Garry produced a masterclass performance and successfully defeated former champion Belal Muhammad. The Irish fighter used his long stature expertly to defend Muhammad’s takedown attempts and kept the fight on the feet.

Khamzat Chimaev News / MMA Weekly / November 22
Ian Machado Garry disparages Khamzat Chimaev's manhood after UFC Qatar altercation

Ian Machado Garry disparages Khamzat Chimaev's manhood after UFC Qatar altercation

Ian Machado Garry just picked up arguably the biggest win of his career in the sport. Still, the headlines are focusing on a different matter involving the rising contender at UFC Qatar.

Arman Tsarukyan News / Field Level Media / November 22
UFC Fight Night Qatar: Arman Tsarukyan earns submission victory in return from extended absence

UFC Fight Night Qatar: Arman Tsarukyan earns submission victory in return from extended absence

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan was validated after a 589-day absence from the Octagon Saturday, securing an arm-triangle-choke submission against Dan Hooker in the second round of the main event of UFC Fight Night in Doha, Qatar.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 22
Jon Jones Reacts To Aspinall’s Eye Injury – ‘It Was His Way Out’

Jon Jones Reacts To Aspinall’s Eye Injury – ‘It Was His Way Out’

Ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has accused the current heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall of exaggerating his eye injuries sustained in his no-contest with Ciryl Gane at UFC 321.

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