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Tom Aspinall admits a ‘really dark situation’ almost made him quit the UFC

Just days out from his return, fans can count themselves lucky to take in another fight from Tom Aspinall at UFC 321 it seems. Putting his undisputed heavyweight championship on the line for the first time since his status promoter, Tom Aspinall will tackle a former interim gold holder.

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Jon Anik Claims Tom Aspinall Under Huge Pressure in UFC 321 Title Defense

Unless a fighter’s injured, nobody wants to sit on the sidelines waiting for a fight to come, especially when you’re a champion. Tom Aspinall’s last fight was over a year ago, as the initial plans had him fighting Jon Jones sometime this year to unify the belts.

Tom Aspinall News / MMA Weekly / October 13

Tom Aspinall reveals which heavyweight champion he would lose to

Many consider Tom Aspinall to be the most skilled MMA heavyweight alive. The UFC champion has bulldozed his way to the sport's peak, but he believes a now-retired Hall-of-Famer would beat him.

Dustin Poirier News / MMA on SI / October 13

Ex-UFC star Dustin Poirier shares heartbreaking admission about MMA retirement

Nearly three months removed from his last bout, former UFC star Dustin Poirier is still adjusting to life as a retired fighter. “The Diamond” was one of

Ronda Rousey News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Ronda Rousey Addresses Major Struggle in UFC Comeback While Working With MMA Coach

Ronda Rousey’s return to MMA training and the several videos coming out of her sessions at the gym have fans talking about a potential comeback. The UFC Hall of Famer last competed in a professional MMA fight almost a decade ago when she suffered her second professional defeat.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Jorge Masvidal protects Hasbulla during brawl as Jon Jones and Yoel Romero watch on in shock

Former UFC star Jorge Masvidal stepped in to protect popular online personality Hasbulla after a wild brawl broke out in the Russian Ultimate Fighter house.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Justin Gaethje Risks Sabotaging UFC Career as Ali Abdelaziz Calls for Ilia Topuria Again

Justin Gaethje’s team has only one demand from the UFC, and that’s to give him a title shot. He doesn’t want to entertain any other fights unless the money’s good, believing that he’s done enough to get a lightweight title fight.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Kamaru Usman reveals plans to replicate Conor McGregor feat before UFC retirement

Kamaru Usman has laid out some rather lofty goals he hopes to accomplish before his UFC career is in the books. Making a triumphant return to action in a headliner earlier this year, Kamaru Usman snapped a three-fight losing skid in a main event turnaround.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Joe Rogan defended Ciryl Gane after he retired former UFC champion with controversial win

Ciryl Gane put the UFC heavyweight division on notice when he stepped into the Octagon to fight former heavyweight champion Junior Dos Santos. On October 25, Ciryl Gane will once again get the chance to become the undisputed UFC heavyweight champion when he takes on Tom Aspinall in the UFC 321 main event in Abu Dhabi.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

UFC 321: Aspinall vs. Gane Card Gets Major Addition After Rio de Janeiro Debacle

Virna Jandiroba will lead the Brazilian charge at the Etihad Arena next weekend, alongside her opponent, Brazilian-American Mackenzie Dern, Jalton Almeida, Matheus Camilo, and Jaqueline Amorim.

Tom Aspinall News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Tom Aspinall Reveals How He Turned Fear Into Fuel Ahead of First Title Defense at UFC 321

Tom Aspinall became the UFC heavyweight champion after Jon Jones announced his surprise retirement. Even though he had been the interim champion since beating Sergei Pavlovich in 2023, being the undisputed and only champion in the heavyweight division comes with its own pressure, especially when you are about to defend it for the first time.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Paddy Pimblett Not a Threat to Ilia Topuria, Predicts Top Lightweight Contender

Ilia Topuria has become one of the most sought-after fighters in the promotion. After claiming the vacant UFC lightweight title by knocking out Charles Oliveira earlier this year, a wave of contenders is lining up to challenge the undefeated Georgian.

Charles Oliveira News / MMA Weekly / October 13

Charles Oliveira calls for rematch with 'BMF' Max Holloway, Holloway responds

Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira got back in the win column in the UFC Rio main event this past Saturday. "Do Bronxs" added another submission win to his record holding resume by tapping out Mateusz Gamrot.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 13

Alex Pereira Hater Luke Rockhold Finally Eats Own Words After UFC 320 ‘Gangster’ Performance

At UFC 320, Alex Pereira successfully reclaimed his UFC light heavyweight title after defeating former champion Magomed Ankalaev. He entered the fight as a major betting underdog, but shocked everyone by finishing the Russian within just 80 seconds.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Beneil Dariush Hints at Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje While Endorsing Arman Tsarukyan Over His Teammate

Late last year, Ilia Topuria defended the UFC featherweight title against Max Holloway at UFC 308 and decided to move up to lightweight. He then managed to land a title shot against Charles Oliveira and snatched the vacant UFC lightweight title in June 2025 at UFC 317.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Reinier de Ridder Vs. Brendan Allen Preview

Middleweight Reinier de Ridder faces Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver this weekend, as we preview the upcoming fight. De Ridder is coming off a win over former champion Robert Whittaker.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 13

Deiveson Figueiredo Eyes to Expose Dominant Champ Merab Dvalishvili’s Only Weakness

The world of mixed martial arts continues to evolve with each event, as fighters constantly adjust strategies and set their sights on future matchups. Every win and loss not only impacts rankings but also shapes potential challenges that lie ahead.

Alex Pereira News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Alex Pereira Suffers A Massive Setback

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira’s injury fears have been confirmed with the news of a fractured foot. The injury occurred during his first-round TKO win at UFC 320 against Magomed Ankalaev, which allowed him to reclaim his light heavyweight belt.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Beneil Dariush Accuses Dana White & Co. of Protecting Paddy Pimblett After UFC Matchmakers’ Unfair Refusal

“I truly believe these two guys, they are best in the world. This is the two best lightweights in the world right now, and it’s going to be a very, very exciting fight for me, for us, for Islam.

Merab Dvalishvili News / MMA on SI / October 12

Merab Dvalishvili drops warning to ex-UFC flyweight champ for UFC title fight

UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili was watching UFC Rio intently Saturday night, exactly one week after defending his title in the co-main event of UFC 320 against Cory Sandhagen.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 13

UFC Rio Post-Event Tidbits: Lightweight Juggernaut Makes Exciting Return

UFC Rio is in the books, and with it, a former champion has reclaimed his place in the win column in exciting fashion. Returning to action after previously being knocked out at UFC 317 by Ilia Topuria, Charles Oliveira dazzled audiences in his home country of Brazil by tapping out Mateusz Gamrot.