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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 24
Fighters react as Amanda Nunes shows off secret weapon to help her beat Kayla Harrison at UFC 324
Amanda Nunes is getting help from a notable source for her comeback. Among the most intriguing storylines heading into the UFC’s first event of 2026 and the start of the promotion’s new era on Paramount+ will be the return of an all-time great.
Dana White News / EssentiallySports / December 24
Dana White Ordered to Testify in UFC Antitrust Case as Alleged Gaps in Evidence Surface
“I will tell someone about it so that it does not happen a million times,” Rinat Fakhretdinov shared after abruptly being cut from the UFC roster despite a perfect record.
UFC’s “God of War” turns heads with bizarre training method for UFC 325 fight
Top-ranked UFC lightweight contender Benoit Saint-Denis has apparently added an unorthodox exercise into his training camp for UFC 325. We’re still more
Ex-UFC champion torches promotion for booking Paddy Pimblett title fight at UFC 324
Former UFC Middleweight Champion Luke Rockhold isn’t thrilled with the promotion’s insistence on booking Paddy Pimblett into a UFC title fight. The UFC
UFC knockout king claims heavyweight kickboxing champion passed on UFC 324 fight
UFC star Derrick Lewis claims there was an unexpected option on the table for his next fight before his current booking at UFC 324. The UFC’s all-time leader in knockouts, Lewis added another stoppage-win to his UFC record when he finished the formerly-undefeated Tallison Teixeira in just 35 seconds in the main event of UFC Nashville last year.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 24
Amanda Nunes Reveals Training Glimpse Ahead of Kayla Harrison Superfight at UFC 324
Former two-division champion Amanda Nunes has largely stayed out of the spotlight while preparing for her return from retirement, but with fight night drawing closer, “The Lioness” has finally offered a glimpse into her camp.
MMA News / FirstSportz / December 24
Islam Makhachev Should Challenge ‘Next Generation’ Over Kamaru Usman Superfight, Claims Ben Askren
Islam Makhachev’s welterweight title win has sent the division into a frenzy, driven by rising contenders and veterans who remain competitive. The depth at 170 pounds has sparked debate over who deserves the champion’s first test.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 24
Joe Rogan has heard ‘chatter’ of shock fight for Alex Pereira’s UFC return in 2026
Rumors of this Alex Pereira matchup have piqued Joe Rogan’s interest. The next step for ‘Poatan’ in the UFC remains unconfirmed heading into the new year.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 24
Khamzat Chimaev’s Alex Pereira Move Questioned After ‘Safe’ Showing vs. Dricus du Plessis
“No one wants to watch this sh-t,” Khamzat Chimaev‘s rival Paulo Costa quipped on the former’s middleweight title fight against Dricus Du Plessis. Apparently, Chimaev’s ‘bear-hugging’ style of wrestling and position control failed to bring the sparks fans expected.
Sean Strickland News / Bloody Elbow / December 24
Two-weight champion tells heart-warming Sean Strickland story after freak accident led to pivotal choice
A champ-champ recently experienced a full-circle moment with the former UFC middleweight champion. Sean Strickland claims he was banned from attending UFC 323 earlier this month having not been able to fight due to a suspension.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 23
Paddy Pimblett Catches Strays in Ex-MMA Champ’s Islam Makhachev vs. Kamaru Usman Snub
The welterweight division should have felt a bit more settled following Islam Makhachev‘s title win. Instead, it is veering into typical UFC territory, where legacy, favoritism, and timing collide.
Dana White News / EssentiallySports / December 23
Dana White Is Avoiding Financial Risk by Firing Russian Fighters, Claims MMA Experts
“It is what it is…” UFC CEO Dana White said after cutting the Russian-British undefeated star Muhammad Mokaev last year, shortly following his victory at UFC 304.
Dakota Ditcheva News / Bloody Elbow / December 23
Dakota Ditcheva withdraws from return at PFL’s first event of 2026 after last fight ended in tears
Fans are going to have to wait a bit longer to see one of the faces of the PFL make her return. The promotion’s first event of 2026 was shaping up to be a big night, with Usman Nurmagomedov headlining their next trip to Dubai.
Dana White News / EssentiallySports / December 23
Undefeated UFC Fighter Releases Statement After Dana White Abruptly Cut Him
Perfect 6-0-1 record. Unwavering dominance in the Octagon. And still Rinat Fakhretdinov found himself charting his MMA career outside UFC as Dana White abruptly ended his contract.
UFC newcomer to debut in Houston after stunning Dana White with contract-winning KO
Welterweight fighter Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani officially has a date for his UFC debut after earning himself a UFC contract in September. With the ESPN era
Khamzat Chimaev News / MMA on SI / December 23
Is this top UFC contender training to fight UFC Champion Khamzat Chimaev in 2026?
Nassourdine Imavov certainly seems to be training like a fighter that expects to fight for a UFC title the next time he enters the Octagon. The world’s
Arman Tsarukyan News / HITC / December 23
Arman Tsarukyan turns to non-UFC fight after title snub, facing ex-champion
After being overlooked for a title shot in the UFC, Arman Tsarukyan has chosen to keep active by fighting outside of the promotion. Tsarukyan first ran into trouble with the UFC after pulling out of his title fight with Islam Makhachev back in January.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 23
Manel Kape Targets New Flyweight Champ Joshua Van: 'I’m Going to Destroy Him'
Manel Kape believes the UFC’s flyweight division is about to get a brutal reset and he plans to deliver it himself. Fresh off a blistering first-round
Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / December 23
Paddy Pimblett’s push to UFC title contention questioned by former champion
Paddy Pimblett has somehow managed to earn himself a shot at interim UFC gold despite a dearth of top wins, and one former champion is calling foul. The Brit dominated Michael Chandler in his last outing back in April, earning him a spot in the top ten at lightweight.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 23
Ilia Topuria And Merab Dvalishvili Spar
UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria and former Bantamweight champ Merab Dvalishvili were seen sparring, as they prepare for what hopes to be a big 2026.
MMA News / Stadium Rant / December 22
Lobo Gym Faces A Pivotal 2026 In The UFC
Lobo Gym has been one of the most prominent gyms of the UFC’s last ten years. It has produced three top-tier fighters in Alexa Grasso, Irene Aldana, and Diego Lopes.
Conor McGregor News / HITC / December 22
Conor McGregor’s teammate reacts after unexpected praise despite old feud
‘The Notorious’ did show some class to a teammate earlier this year with an unexpected message. Looking back at UFC 205 in 2016, Eddie Alvarez still is not thrilled about how things went down against Conor McGregor.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 23
Kayla Harrison shocked at White House dinner revelation about UFC's value ahead of historic 2026 event
The White House dinner gave Kayla Harrison an unexpected moment of clarity and ammunition for her next contract negotiation.
Brian Ortega News / Stadium Rant / December 22
Can Brian Ortega Become A Contender At Lightweight?
Brian Ortega is beginning a new chapter in his MMA career. At UFC 326 in March, the former two-time featherweight challenger makes his 155-lb. debut in a rematch against Renato Moicano.
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