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Joe Rogan’s shock decision not to commentate Dustin Poirier’s UFC 318 retirement speculated on by ex-fighter

Joe Rogan won’t be commentating at UFC 318, but one former fighter would not be surprised to still see him at Smoothie King Center on July 19. Mixed martial arts’ leading promotion is back in Louisiana this week, where one of the state’s all-time best fighters will bring their career to a close in the main event of UFC 318.

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‘Poatan sleeps Aspinall’… Fans debate Alex Pereira’s potential heavyweight move following stunning weight update

It isn’t currently clear when Alex Pereira will be making his return to the Octagon. Though nothing has been confirmed, it appears likely that Pereira will look to recapture the light heavyweight title in a rematch with Magomed Ankalaev later this year.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

Daniel Cormier shares new theory on why UFC agreed to Jon Jones fighting Stipe Miocic over Tom Aspinall

If the UFC knew how things would turn out, Daniel Cormier seemingly does not believe Jon Jones would have gotten his wish to fight Stipe Miocic last year.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 16

Nate Diaz recounts handing Conor McGregor his first UFC loss

Ten days before UFC 196 in March 2016, the fight card lost one of its main event fighters. A lightweight title bout between then-featherweight champion Conor

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 16

Holloway Vs. Poirier Predictions – ‘That’s A Tough One’

Max Holloway takes on Dustin Poirier at UFC 318 on July 19, defending his BMF title, as MMA pros gave their predictions. Holloway claimed the BMF belt in dramatic fashion at UFC 300, knocking out Justin Gaethje with just one second left on the clock.

Belal Muhammad News / Dice City Sports / July 16

Belal Muhammad Advocates For More Weight Divisions

Belal Muhammad’s comments reflect a growing sentiment in MMA. That the current structure of UFC weight classes leaves many elite fighters stuck in difficult situations too big for one division, too small for the next.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 15

Dana White teases Jon Jones, Conor McGregor UFC White House card

UFC CEO and president Dana White teased the return of former champions Jon Jones and Conor McGregor on the UFC White House card next year. The premier

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 15

Conor McGregor’s business partner confirms superstar fighter’s planned UFC comeback at The White House

Conor McGregor’s comeback teases might be legitimate after all. UFC superstar Conor McGregor hasn’t fought in the Octagon in four years, but his lust to fight at least one more time remains stronger than ever, according to his prominent business partner.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 15

Dana White calls UFC White House event ‘the Sphere on steroids’ in huge tease for unprecedented fight card

UFC CEO Dana White is all-in on hosting an event at The White House. The UFC is less than a year removed from its historic UFC 306 card at the Las Vegas Sphere, and UFC CEO Dana White has another one-off event already in the works.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 15

UFC 318 star offers to fill for injured Movsar Evloev against Aaron Pico on upcoming UFC Abu Dhabi card

Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Freire wants to earn a second UFC win in a week just days before his UFC 318 return. The upcoming UFC Abu Dhabi card next week took a big hit as it was reported that top featherweight contender Movsar Evloev was forced to withdraw from his scheduled fight with Aaron Pico due to injury.

Dustin Poirier News / CBSSPorts.com / July 15

UFC 318 fight card -- Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway 3: Five biggest storylines to watch for in New Orleans

The legendary veteran gets a final sendoff in front of his fans in his native Louisiana on Saturday

Sean Strickland News / Bloody Elbow / July 15

Chris Curtis reveals punishments for him and Sean Strickland from NSAC after viral brawl at local fight card

UFC stars Chris Curtis and Sean Strickland recently met with Nevada State Athletic Commission officials after storming the cage. Chris Curtis and Sean Strickland went viral after they stormed the cage to confront a trash-talking fighter who beat one of their teammates at Tuff-N-Uff 145 last month.

Conor McGregor News / MMA Sucka / July 15

Conor McGregor – The Many Excuses of The Mac

Conor McGregor. Despite not competing since 2021, he’s still more than likely one of the biggest stars in MMA and the UFC today. Without a doubt, the biggest star that we’ve ever had in the business’s history, he’s the holder of eight of the highest-grossing PPVs in UFC history.

Chael Sonnen News / HITC / July 15

Chael Sonnen shares ‘conspiracy’ over KO stoppage in Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira fight

Chael Sonnen has put forward an intriguing theory regarding the controversial stoppage in Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira. Derrick Lewis made quick work of another rising contender at UFC Nashville, needing just 35 seconds to finish Tallison Teixeira.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 15

Stephen Thompson Future With UFC Unknown

Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson’s night in Nashville was a rough one both physically and professionally. After dropping a split decision to rising contender

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Max Holloway News / MMA on SI / July 15

UFC 318 headliner Max Holloway highlights latest rankings update

Following an event in Nashville and ahead of this weekend’s PPV in New Orleans, the UFC rankings have undergone several notable changes. Last Saturday’s

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 15

5 best light heavyweight UFC fighters ever

The greatest UFC fighter ever, Jon Jones, recently retired from MMA. While the man nicknamed Bones ended his career as the Heavyweight Champion, he spent the vast majority of his career fighting at light heavyweight.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 15

UFC Fight Night: Middleweight Showdown Lights Up Yas Island UAE

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the UFC returns to Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, for UFC on ABC 9: Whittaker vs. de Ridder. This marks the promotion’s

Yoel Romero News / HITC / July 15

BKFC boss explains why it’s hard to find an opponent for Yoel Romero: ‘A couple of guys…’

Setting up a fight for former UFC title challenger Yoel Romero is no simple task. Bare Knuckle FC has added another big name to its roster, signing Yoel Romero.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 15

Merab Dvalishvili sounds off on Umar Nurmagomedov: 'Where is he now?'

Fresh off a remarkable run as bantamweight champion, Merab Dvalishvili has never shied away from speaking his mind on contenders and the ever-shifting landscape of the UFC’s 135-pound division.

Derrick Lewis News / HITC / July 15

Referee Jason Herzog opens up on his controversial stoppage in Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira

‘Big’ John McCarthy had a word with referee Jason Herzog after his stoppage in the main event at UFC Nashville. Derrick Lewis added another highlight to his résumé, stopping 6’7″ heavyweight Tallison Teixeira in just 35 seconds to secure his 16th knockout win inside the Octagon.

Ilia Topuria News / MMA Weekly / July 15

Former UFC lightweight champion says 'Ilia Topuria is special'

Former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria moved up a division and capture the lightweight title by knocking out former champion Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 on June 28 (full fight video). The win capped off one of the most impressive three-fight runs in the promotion's history.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 15