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Alex Pereira provides staggering weight update as fans call for crazy fight against Tom Aspinall
Alex Pereira is seemingly enjoying his time away from the action as the UFC world continues to await news regarding his next fight. Earlier this year, Alex Pereira‘s UFC light heavyweight title defense came to an end at the hands of Magomed Ankalaev who dominantly dethroned him in the UFC 313 main event.
Khalil Rountree News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Who is Khalil Rountree Jr? Meet the "War Horse" of the UFC Light Heavyweight division
Khalil Rountree Jr is an impressive light heavyweight fighter who has made a name for himself in the UFC. The #7 ranked Light Heavyweight contender has fought in some impressive battles, including in his first challenge for the title against Alex Pereira.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Julianna Pena says Kayla Harrison fight was going exactly as planned until she made one fatal error
Julianna Pena’s second bantamweight title reign came to an end in emphatic fashion at UFC 316. Pena was once again unable to add a successful title defense to her résumé in MMA’s leading promotion on June 7, when she returned for the first time since unseating Raquel Pennington from the throne in 2024.
Jamahal Hill News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Who is Jamahal Hill? Meet the controversial former UFC Light Heavyweight champion
Jamahal Hill is looking to reclaim the title he never lost in his quest for more UFC Light Heavyweight gold. The former champion was forced to give up his belt due to an injury and is slowly working his way back up to title contention.
Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Islam Makhachev issues promising six-word response to retirement critics
Islam Makhachev has somewhat shut down talks that he may be retiring from the sport sooner rather than later. Earlier this year, it was shockingly announced by UFC boss Dana White that Islam Makhachev had vacated his lightweight title in pursuit of a welterweight title shot against Jack Della Maddalena.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Magomed Ankalaev mocks Alex Pereira’s UFC sponsorship appearance as their title rematch remains unconfirmed
UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev’s patience is wearing thin with Alex Pereira. Ankalaev defeated Pereira at UFC 313, bringing an end to the Brazilian’s previously dominant reign at 205 pounds in his fourth defense.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 18
Alex Pereira Picks the Winner of Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree Based on Past Experience
Alex Pereira was the boogeyman of the UFC light heavyweight division for some time before getting dethroned at UFC 313. Throughout his reign, he has knocked out various top fighters, including Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Tom Aspinall’s teammate insists Jon Jones fight is ‘not happening’ as he explains why the GOAT refuses to vacate
Tom Aspinall’s world champion sparring partner has chimed in on the Jon Jones saga. Phil De Fries defended his KSW heavyweight title for the 12th time with a first-round win on Saturday night.
Charles Oliveira News / Bloody Elbow / June 18
Who is Charles Oliveira? Meet the submission specialist looking to regain his UFC title
Charles Oliveira is aiming to become a two-time UFC Lightweight champion as he marks 15 years fighting in the UFC The Brazilian submission specialist is one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC, capable of winning against anybody on his day.
Conor McGregor News / BoxingNews.com / June 18
McGregor KOs Man In A Nightclub
Conor McGregor is in the headlines once again with reports he knocked out a man in an Ibiza nightclub. McGregor’s fighting career and personal life have spiralled out of control.
Jamahal Hill News / Athlon Sports / June 17
Exclusive: Jamahal Hill Reveals What the UFC Light Heavyweight Division Is Missing
Jamahal Hill (12-3, 1 NC) believes the UFC light heavyweight division is solid, but there's one thing he hopes to see more of going forward. Hill is set for a pivotal clash in the UFC Baku headliner on Saturday.
Conor McGregor News / Athlon Sports / June 17
Conor McGregor Caught on Video Brutally Punching Man in Ibiza Club, Full Details
UFC fighters' conduct beyond competition has long been a contentious issue, with incidents ranging from reckless altercations to legal troubles tarnishing the sport’s reputation.
Nassourdine Imavov News / Bloody Elbow / June 17
Nassourdine Imavov pulls out of UFC 319 backup slot and calls to ‘break’ surging middleweight contender
UFC middleweight contender Nassourdine Imavov has surprisingly withdrawn from his role as the backup to Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev. UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis will face arguably the toughest test of his career when he defends his belt against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 in Chicago.
UFC 317 loses fan-favorite main card fight
Per reports, UFC 317 has lost a massive middleweight contender fight from the main card. The Vegas PPV is headlined by two title fights, featuring Ilia Topuria vs.
Dana White reveals when Jon Jones-Tom Aspinall fight could be announced
According to UFC CEO Dana White, the ongoing saga around a heavyweight title unification bout between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall may finally be nearing its conclusion.
Ben Askren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17
Ben Askren might need lung transplant
Famous wrestling/MMA figure Ben Askren may need a lung transplant as he continues to deal with serious health issues.
MMA News / The SportsRush / June 17
‘They Were High on It’: Dustin Poirier Reveals He Wanted Someone Else but Dana White & Co. Set Him Up With Max Holloway for UFC 318
Dustin Poirier will bring down the curtain on his illustrious MMA career at UFC 318. The former interim lightweight champion will fight one last time in his home state of Louisiana against a very familiar opponent in Max Holloway.
MMA News / Field Level Media / June 17
Dricus Du Plessis to defend title vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319
Middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis will put his title on the line against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev, the No. 3 ranked contender in his fight title fight, in the main event at UFC 319 on Aug.
MMA News / The SportsRush / June 17
UFC Legend Claims Kamaru Usman Borrowed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Game-Changing Technique to Overwhelm Buckley
Long compared to ex-UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov for his dominance during his prime, Kamaru Usman has taken a leaf from the Russian’s playbook for his return, according to the veteran Chael Sonnen.
Rose Namajunas News / Empire Sports Media / June 17
After getting back in the win column at UFC Atlanta, what’s next for Rose Namajunas?
This past Saturday in the co-main event of UFC Atlanta, former world champion Rose Namajunas (14-7) was looking to get back on track. “Thug” Rose had a tough challenger in front of her in the motivated and surging Miranda Maverick (15-6).
Cody Garbrandt News / MMA Weekly / June 17
Sean O'Malley trashes Cody Garbrandt following second consecutive defeat
Following his defeat on Saturday night, Cody Garbrandt was targeted by Sean O'Malley, reigniting their feud stemming from 2020. 'No Love' has endured a rough time since losing the UFC bantamweight title against former teammate TJ Dillashaw eight years ago.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Will Islam Makhachev Retire From the UFC Soon? Here's What His Coach Said
Islam Makhachev has cemented himself as one of the most dominant forces in UFC history, boasting a 27-1 record and a 15-fight win streak that has him in conversations with legends like Anderson Silva.
UFC star claims he's backup fighter for Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira
One of the UFC’s top-ranked lightweight contenders has surprised fans with a claim that he’ll be serving as the backup fighter for UFC 317’s main event.
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.
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