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On YouTubeMMA News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Team Makhachev Reveals UFC’s Power Play to Elevate Ilia Topuria
As Islam Makhachev gears up for a move to welterweight, questions surrounding his lightweight exit continue to stir. Many expected him to face the rising Ilia Topuria in a blockbuster title clash—but that fight never materialized.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Rose Namajunas out earns Kamaru Usman as disclosed UFC Atlanta salaries are revealed
‘Thug’ Rose Namajunas emerged the highest-paid fighter at UFC Atlanta. Namajunas was one of three former champions who competed at UFC Atlanta on Saturday.
Aljamain Sterling News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
‘People say I’m an actor’ … Aljamain Sterling reacts to UFC fighter ‘faking’ KO controversy
Aljamain Sterling is unsure if Rodolfo Bellato faked his knockout at UFC Atlanta. The UFC Light Heavyweight received a ton of backlash following his no-contest result against Paul Craig at UFC Atlanta on Saturday.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Joaquin Buckley savagely responds to Israel Adesanya with UFC star he should hate more than him
Joaquin Buckley made a hater out of Israel Adesanya at UFC Atlanta. Riding a six-fight win streak, the #7 UFC Welterweight contender fell short in the headliner of UFC Atlanta where he battled former champion and pound-for-pound king Kamaru Usman.
UFC 317 names a backup fighter to avoid repeating the Makhachev-Moicano incident
With UFC 317 fast approaching, the promotion isn’t taking any chances this time around. Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira are set to clash for the vacant lightweight belt on June 28 – and this time, someone will be ready if things fall apart late.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 16
UFC Atlanta crowd sets the bar high by shattering gate and attendance records
The city of Atlanta roared to life on June 14, 2025, as UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Buckley shattered records and expectations, cementing its place as one of the most electrifying events in UFC history.
Kamaru Usman News / Empire Sports Media / June 16
After dominant win in his return at UFC Atlanta, what’s next for Kamaru Usman?
This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC Atlanta, we saw a big time matchup in the welterweight division. Former champion and divisional great Kamaru Usman (21-4) made his return as he took on surging top contender Joaquin Buckley (21-7).
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Joe Rogan claimed ‘the fight was an assault’ after UFC 317 star retired former champion in 2017 mauling
Joe Rogan was astonished when Paulo Costa utterly dismantled former UFC welterweight champion Johny Hendricks at UFC 217. Later this month, fan favorite Paulo Costa finally returns to the Octagon when he takes on Roman Kopylov at UFC 317 on International Fight Week.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Top 5 welterweights of all time ranked from Georges St-Pierre to Kamaru Usman
The UFC welterweight division has seen some great champions since its inception in 1998. The welterweight division is alive and well in 2025 with young contenders rising to the top of the division like champion Jack Della Maddalena who snapped Belal Muhammad’s 11-fight unbeaten streak at UFC 315.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Kris Moutinho sends message to Dana White as he reflects on ‘another wasted opportunity’ after brutal KO loss
Kris Moutinho has broken his silence after suffering one of the most brutal KOs of the year thus far at UFC Atlanta. The premier promotion returned to Atlanta this past Saturday for UFC Atlanta with a main event headlined by welterweights Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
UFC 317 main event backup fighter confirmed as top lightweight contender claims key role
A top lightweight contender is on standby in case anything goes wrong ahead of UFC 317. Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira are set to square off for the vacant 155lb title on June 28.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Former UFC double champion claims UFC Atlanta judge ‘should never judge again’ after main event scorecard
Henry Cejudo has taken aim at Mike Bell for his scoring of the UFC Atlanta main event between Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley. This past Saturday, the premier promotion returned to Atlanta for UFC Atlanta with a welterweight main event between former champion Kamaru Usman and soaring contender Joaquin Buckley.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 16
Kamaru Usman shuts the door: ‘Who?’ The Nigerian Nightmare dismisses Belal Muhammad, eyes only gold next
Kamaru Usman’s emphatic return to form at UFC Atlanta was more than just a win—it was a statement. After a three-fight skid that had many questioning whether the “Nigerian Nightmare” had reached the twilight of his storied career, Usman silenced the doubters with a dominant, wrestling-heavy unanimous decision over the red-hot Joaquin Buckley.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Khalil Rountree Jr admits struggling with jet lag ahead of UFC Baku clash against Jamahal Hill… ‘It comes in waves’
Khalil Rountree Jr was stunned into silence when he stepped into the arena that he will be fighting in this coming Saturday for the first time. This coming
Kamaru Usman News / BoxingNews.com / June 16
What’s Next For Kamaru Usman?
Kamaru Usman defeated Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta, as we look at his next steps. Usman secured his first win since 2021, as he beat Buckley via a unanimous decision.
Ilia Topuria News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Ilia Topuria reveals the real reason he moved to lightweight ahead of UFC 317 title fight
Ilia Topuria will attempt to become a two-weight champion at UFC 317 later this month. Charles Oliveira is all that stands in the way of ‘El Matador’ and lightweight glory on June 28.
Joe Rogan News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Joe Rogan names ‘boogeyman of boogeymen’ who ran through UFC opponents with ‘touch of death’ power
Kamaru Usman branded himself the ‘welterweight boogeyman’ after his win at UFC Atlanta on Saturday night. The ex-champion beat Joaquin Buckley to end his long losing streak, which dated back to November 2021, before sending a message to the rest of the top contenders at 170lbs.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
Dricus Du Plessis backed to ‘shut mouth’ of doubters in UFC 319 Khamzat Chimaev showdown
Dricus Du Plessis has been told by one of the world’s top middleweights that he must get to the later rounds in order to defeat Khamzat Chimaev. Number six-ranked Caio Borralho was pushing for a fight of his own against Chimaev earlier this year, but understands the dangers posed by the Swede at the top level.
Rose Namajunas News / Dice City Sports / June 16
Namajunas To Make One More Run?
Rose Namajunas is one of the most decorated women fighters in the UFC. She’s a former two time UFC strawweight champion Namajunas. She had a tough task on her hands, fighting her sparring partner Miranda Maverick.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16
‘I’d beat him’… Paddy Pimblett claims Ilia Topuria’s opponents all make the same mistake ahead of UFC 317
Paddy Pimblett continues to stand by his claim he will beat Ilia Topuria when they fight. The UFC duo have been beefing ever since they clashed at a hotel in London three years ago.
Exciting Bantamweight Prospect Turns Heads in Sophomore Outing Saturday
At this point last year, Malcolm Wellmaker had yet to make his debut on MMA’s grandest stage. He’d have to wait around a few more months for a shot at a UFC promotional contract by way of season eight of Contender Series.
Francis Ngannou’s coach offers verdict on chances of Jon Jones-Tom Aspinall UFC fight
It’s mid-June, and there still isn’t any indication as to whether Jon Jones will actually fight Tom Aspinall to unify the UFC heavyweight titles. One coach whose fighter has been linked to both, however, offered his perspective; none other than Xtreme Couture coach Eric Nicksick.
Dustin Poirier News / MMA on SI / June 15
Max Holloway sends bold message to Dustin Poirier & UFC lightweight division
A little over a month separates former UFC Featherweight Champion Max Holloway and former interim Lightweight Champion Dustin Poirier from locking horns at UFC 318 in Poirier’s home state of Louisiana.
Daniel Cormier shares heartfelt message after Ben Askren tribute plays at UFC Atlanta
Ben Askren was honored by the UFC family over the weekend as he continues to fight a serious health battle. The former multi-promotion champion has been hospitalized in Wisconsin with severe pneumonia caused by a staph infection, leaving the MMA community rallying around him and his family.
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