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Arman Tsarukyan Admits What Dana White Has Been Saying All Along Amid UFC 324 Title Snub
The frustration around Arman Tsarukyan hasn’t come from his performances. Inside the cage, he continues to win. Outside, the doors keep closing. When the UFC announced Justin Gaethje vs.
UFC Fight Night picks & predictions for Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape
The UFC closes out its 2025 schedule at the UFC Apex this Saturday (December 13), and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 of the card’s fights.
Khamzat Chimaev News / EssentiallySports / December 12
Khamzat Chimaev Receives $50,000 Challenge to Abandon His Professional MMA Identity
When Khamzat Chimaev, the middleweight champion, steps into the Octagon, everyone knows what’s coming. The wrestling, the pressure, and the inevitable takedown.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 12
Conor McGregor splashed the majority of his salary on one thing after beating Jose Aldo in 13 seconds
On this day ten years ago, Conor McGregor produced maybe the most iconic win in the history of the sport. Not even the first man to beat Jose Aldo believed that the Brazilian icon would lose to anyone that wasn’t able to control him on the ground.
CM Punk News / Bloody Elbow / December 12
CM Punk admits massive mistake that meant his UFC career was destined to fail
CM Punk recently reflected on the two fights that he had inside the Octagon. It’s a common occurrence to see new faces make the walk to the Octagon for the very first time.
Belal Muhammad News / MMA on SI / December 12
Ex-UFC champion Belal Muhammad calls out divisional 'cowherd' for return fight
Former UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad has extra motivation following back-to-back losses to Jack Della Maddalena and Ian Machado Garry to remain a factor at 170 pounds next year.
UFC star returns to training less than a week after nasty injury cost him UFC title
Less than a week after a gruesome arm injury cost him his flyweight belt, former UFC titleholder Alexandre Pantoja is already back in the gym. The penultimate UFC card of the year and final PPV offering of the ESPN era took place last Saturday when UFC 323 went down at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 12
UFC Vegas 112 Weigh-In Results and Video: All fighters officially make weight
On Saturday, the final UFC event of the year, UFC Vegas 112: Royval vs. Kape, takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The event is headlined by a flyweight bout between former title challenger and No.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 12
Arman Tsarukyan accidentally let slip why he actually pulled out against Islam Makhachev
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan may have let slip the actual reason why he withdrew against Islam Makhachev earlier this year. Earlier this year, Arman Tsarukyan squandered his chance to fight for the lightweight title when he withdrew from his scheduled fight against Islam Makhachev just days before UFC 311.
UFC fan favorite returns for rematch nearly 10 years in the making at UFC Houston
Kevin Holland will try to snap a two-fight skid at UFC Houston when he meets top-ranked welterweight contender Geoff Neal for the second time. The UFC’s
Conor McGregor News / HITC / December 12
Conor McGregor offered blockbuster boxing showdown with reigning UFC champion in 2026
Conor McGregor is reportedly set to step back into the Octagon next year. The former UFC champion has not competed since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier back in July 2021.
Dana White News / HITC / December 12
Dana White faces vital decision as UFC could sign another Khabib-trained contender in 2026
One of the top fighters outside the UFC could hit free agency by the end of next year. Early 2026 is set to focus on Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett’s fight for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324, with Ilia Topuria still sidelined.
Francis Ngannou News / Stadium Rant / December 12
The PFL Desperately Needs Francis Ngannou To Return, But Will He?
This Saturday, the PFL has its final big event of 2025 in Lyon, France. In the main event, Vadim Nemkov and Renan Ferreira compete for the inaugural heavyweight title.
Dan Hardy pours cold water on Dakota Ditcheva UFC speculation
There’s been plenty of discussion lately about how the UFC might be able to bring in a top fighter who isn’t currently on their roster. Over the past year, we’ve seen several fighters from Bellator and PFL make their way into the Octagon, with mixed results.
MMA News / FirstSportz / December 12
Henry Cejudo Regrets Missing Out on Khabib Nurmagomedov-Style Ending to MMA Career
UFC fighters hope to end their careers as decorated veterans with achievements that stand the test of time. Khabib Nurmagomedov managed that goal by leaving the sport undefeated and securing a rare perfect record.
Arman Tsarukyan News / HITC / December 12
Arman Tsarukyan signs on to face highly rated lightweight from outside the UFC
Top lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan is set to compete twice in the space of two weeks, despite ongoing uncertainty around his UFC future. With Tsarukyan left without a clear path to a title shot after the UFC opted for Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje to fight for the interim belt, fans have been wondering what his next move would be.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 12
Daniel Cormier Urges Dana White to Make Major Arman Tsarukyan Move After UFC 324 Backlash
UFC 324 was supposed to be an exciting start to the Paramount+ era, but instead, it was met with outrage centered on one name missing from the marquee.
Dan Hooker News / FirstSportz / December 12
Dan Hooker Ready to Shatter Dreams of Upcoming Talents After Accepting Role in Lightweight Roster
The UFC lightweight division experienced dramatic shifts in 2025, featuring a newly crowned champion and surging contenders. Fresh rivalries and unpredictable stylistic clashes have kept audiences invested throughout the year.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 11
Khabib Nurmagomedov Warned Islam Makhachev About White House Fight
This year, Islam Makhachev cemented his legacy as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history. After vacating his lightweight title, he dominated welterweight
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Justin Gaethje Teases Surprise Grappling Plan for Paddy Pimblett: 'Maybe I’ll Sub Him'
Justin Gaethje may be the most reliable bonus-hunter in UFC history, but ahead of UFC 324 he’s hinting at a twist that nobody saw coming. “The Highlight” returns on Jan.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Alexander Volkanovski Acknowledges Evloev Deserved UFC 325 Title Shot, Explains Why Diego Lopes Got the Rematch
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski understands why many were surprised when the UFC announced that he would defend his title in a rematch with Diego Lopes at UFC 325 including the champion himself.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
UFC 325 Adds Dan Hooker–Benoit Saint Denis, Rafael Fiziev–Mauricio Ruffy to Stacked Sydney Card
The UFC’s first international event of 2026 continues to take shape, with multiple high-profile lightweight matchups added to UFC 325, scheduled for January 31 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney and streaming globally on Paramount+.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 10
UFC Fight Night – Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape: Preview & Betting Tips
The flyweight division gives us an explosive matchup as Brandon Royval meets Manel Kape in the main event at UFC Fight Night on Saturday. Royval (17-8) has carved out a reputation as one of the most chaotic, creative, and dangerous flyweights in the UFC.
Giga Chikadze News / BoxingNews.com / December 10
UFC Fight Night – Giga Chikadze vs Kevin Vallejos: Preview & Betting Tips
The featherweight division gets an intriguing style clash on the upcoming UFC Fight Night card as Giga Chikadze returns to action against rising Argentine prospect Kevin Vallejos.
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