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Woodley On Thompson's UFC 334 Retirement Fight

Tyron Woodley has thrown his support behind Stephen Thompson's retirement fight at UFC 334 in Madison Square Garden. Thompson will face Charles Radtke at the November event, marking his final appearance in the octagon at the same venue where he and Woodley fought twice for the welterweight title.

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Nowell (Pelicans), Thompson (Wolves) Latest Players Waived

Markquis Nowell of the Pelicans and Stephen Thompson of the Timberwolves were waived by their respective teams on Saturday, per NBA.com’s official transaction log.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 19

Thompson Warns On Rakhmonov's UFC Return

Stephen Thompson expects Shavkat Rakhmonov to return from his lengthy injury layoff sharper than ever. Rakhmonov has not competed since beating Ian Garry in December 2024, missing over 18 months after a knee injury scrapped what was expected to be a title shot.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 12

43-year-old fan favorite names ideal date and location for his UFC retirement fight

18-fight UFC veteran Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson has highlighted when and where he the final fight of his career to take place. The former UFC welterweight title challenger hasn’t fought since last July when he lost a split decision against surging contender, Gabriel Bonfim.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / August 12

Fan-Favorite Star Makes Final Demand to UFC, Issues Major Contract Update

Stephen Thompson is not ready to ride off into the sunset just yet. But if he gets his way, his final UFC fight will have one hell of a backdrop. With

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 11

Thompson Pursuing MSG Finale For Final UFC Fight

Stephen Thompson wants to close out his UFC contract at Madison Square Garden in November. Thompson has one bout remaining on his current deal and is eyeing the promotion's annual New York City card for his finale, Sherdog reports.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 28

Stephen Thompson: Khamzat Chimaev beats Sean Strickland in rematch

Stephen Thompson believes Khamzat Chimaev would defeat Sean Strickland in a rematch, saying the Chechen did not look like his best self in their first meeting at UFC 327.

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / February 23

The Octagon Returns to Winnipeg for Thrilling UFC Fight Night

Winnipeg – The Octagon returns to Winnipeg with an exciting welterweight bout that will see former title challenger and No. 12 ranked contender Gilbert Burns battle Canadian standout Mike Malott.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 7

Former UFC champion got his head kicked into the cage to start one of the biggest falls from grace ever

On this day in 2016, a UFC legend’s steep decline began in Las Vegas. As the oldest active fighter on the roster, Stephen Thompson already has plans in mind for his retirement.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / November 7

UFC Vegas 111: Bonfim vs. Brown full card, odds

For the second consecutive week, the UFC remains status quo with a Fight Night card from the UFC APEX. Amid a betting scandal rocking the MMA world from last week's event, the promotion pushes forward with a 12-fight card before taking a near month-long break from its home state.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 22

Stephen Thompson snubs the two men to have knocked him out when naming hardest hitter he’s encountered

Stephen Thompson has come across some incredibly dangerous competitors during his career. Even as the oldest fighter on the current UFC roster, ‘Wonderboy’ is proving to be a specialist who very few can match when he’s in his element.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / October 11

Pitt Star RB Available vs. No. 25 Florida State

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers have one of their best players available for their Week 6 matchup vs. No. 25 Florida State Stephen Thompson of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that senior running back Desmond Reids is available for the Panthers against the Seminoles and isn't limited with his snap count.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 30

Stephen Thompson surprisingly names former opponent among legends in list of MMA’s greatest strikers

Stephen Thompson recently used his striking expertise to bring MMA’s best stand-up fighters together. This weekend, one of the best strikers in UFC history returns to the Octagon, as Alex Pereira looks to avenge his loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 29

Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson names rematch as dream fight for targeted UFC White House return

Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson already has a matchup in mind for next year’s event at the White House. In recent months, ever since the announcement of the event, several UFC stars have expressed their interest in fighting at the White House.

Behind Enemy Lines: Five Questions for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Stephen Thompson

The Louisville football program is off to a 3-0 start to the 2025 season, but that will get put to the test this week, as they hit the road and travel to Pitt for their first ACC game of the season.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28, 2025

Stephen Thompson responds to UFC Abu Dhabi star’s ‘old guys’ callout after KO that shocked Islam Makhachev

UFC Abu Dhabi winner Muslim Salikhov got a response from Stephen Thompson after his post-knockout callout. UFC welterweight Muslim Salikhov proved that 41 may be the new 31 with a vicious knockout of Carlos Leal last Saturday at UFC Abu Dhabi.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 22, 2025

Stephen Thompson shares positive update and return timeline after gruesome shin injury suffered at UFC Nashville

Former UFC title challenger Stephen Thompson shared a positive update after his shin was cut wide open at UFC Nashville. Stephen Thompson suffered more than a defeat at UFC Nashville earlier this month.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 16, 2025

Stephen Thompson on controversial UFC Nashville decision: 'I didn't lose that fight'

When the scorecards were being read after his UFC Nashville co-main event bout against Gabriel Bonfim, Stephen Thompson thought he had done enough to win.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 15, 2025

Stephen Thompson pivots away from ‘NMF’ moniker as he calls for judging ‘education’ after UFC Nashville loss

Former UFC title challenger Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson wants to see significant reform in MMA judging after UFC Nashville. UFC star Stephen Thompson lost his fifth fight over his last six appearances at UFC Nashville on Saturday against Gabriel Bonfim, but didn’t walk away as the rightful loser in his own mind.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 15, 2025

Stephen Thompson Future With UFC Unknown

Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson’s night in Nashville was a rough one both physically and professionally. After dropping a split decision to rising contender

MMA News / HITC / July 13, 2025

Stephen Thompson speaks out after controversial UFC Nashville defeat and nasty shin injury

Stephen Thompson has spoken out following his contentious loss at UFC Nashville. ‘Wonderboy’ took on Gabriel Bonfim, a rising star in the welterweight division, in the co-main event of Saturday night’s card.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / May 30, 2025

Stephen Thompson draws surprise name for UFC return

Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson is reportedly booked to return at UFC Nashville on July 12, against an opponent nobody saw coming. Thompson is riding out the twilight years of his career.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 30, 2025

UFC Nashville adds Stephen Thompson – Gabriel Bonfim

The UFC is heading to Nashville on July 12th and today the promotion announced a big time welterweight contest that’ll go down on the card. Former title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson (17-8-1) will look to defend his spot in the rankings as he takes on Brazilian Gabriel Bonfim (17-1).

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 10, 2025

Stephen Thompson reveals origin of ‘Wonderboy’ nickname he still uses as 42-year-old UFC legend

Ever wondered how Stephen Thompson got his nickname? Fighting in his forties, two-time UFC title challenger Stephen Thompson still goes by his iconic nickname ‘Wonderboy’ decades after it was coined.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / September 25, 2024

Stephen Thompson’s Disappointment Over UFC 307 Prelims Placement

Stephen Thompson was looking forward to a five-round battle against Joaquin Buckley at UFC 307 and was sure that experience would make a difference in this aspect.