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‘Don’t cry’: Amanda Nunes fires back at Sean Strickland’s sexist comment about women’s MMA

Sean Strickland’s rant about women’s MMA has caught the attention of former UFC double champion Amanda Nunes. Ahead of his return to the UFC following a six-month suspension for rushing the cage and throwing punches at his teammate’s opponent, Sean Strickland has once again been making headlines for the wrong reasons.

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Islam Makhachev urges teammates to adopt more aggressive fighting styles to avoid UFC roster cuts

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has warned his teammates that they need to adjust their fight styles to avoid being axed from the UFC. Over the past few years, Dagestani fighters have received a lot of criticism from the MMA fanbase because of their unique fight styles.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19

Jon Jones vs Daniel Cormier 3 predicted by RAF co-founder: ‘Don’t think he can beat Jon at anything’

Daniel Cormier sees a path to victory over Jon Jones. Talk of the two bitter rivals completing their trilogy away from the UFC Octagon was sparked this year by the renewal of hostilities on a reality show.

Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / February 19

Alex Pereira reaches 242lbs as negotiations get ‘very close’ for potential UFC heavyweight debut

After revealing that he is deep in talks with the UFC for his next fight, Alex Pereira has revealed his current weight. Following his UFC 320 win over Magomed Ankalaev last October, ‘Poatan’ made it clear that he wanted to move up to heavyweight for his next fight.

Sean Strickland News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

UFC Houston: Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez continues with the main event bout between Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez in the middleweight division on Saturday.

Geoff Neal News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

UFC Houston continues with Main Card action from Toyota Center as we bring you our betting prediction and pick for this Co-Main Event in the Welterweight (170) Division.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Dan Ige vs. Melquizael Costa prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

UFC Houston is reaching a fever pitch as we bring you another betting prediction and pick for this next Main Card bout in the Featherweight (145) Division.

Michel Pereira News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Zach Reese vs. Michel Pereira prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick as the UFC Houston Main Card gets underway with this opening bout in the Middleweight (185) Division.

Chidi Njokuani News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Chidi Njokuani vs. Carlos Leal prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

UFC Houston: Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez continues on the prelims with a bout between Chidi Njokuani and Carlos Leal in the welterweight division on Saturday.

Ode Osbourne News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Ode Osbourne vs. Alibi Idiris prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

The UFC Houston Prelims continue from the Toyota Center as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this next bout in the Flyweight (125) Division.

Joselyne Edwards News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Nora Cornolle vs. Joselyne Edwards prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for the UFC Houston Prelims as we take a look at this next bout in the Women’s Bantamweight (135) Division.

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 19

Ex-UFC Champ Ronda Rousey Reveals UFC CEO Dana White's Side of Gina Carano Fight

Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey returns to MMA May 16 vs. women's MMA pioneer-turned-Hollywood actress Gina Carano May 16th. For the first time in over a decade, however, Rousey won't be competing under the UFC banner.

MMA News / HITC / February 19

Islam Makhachev identifies a more ‘dangerous’ puncher than Ilia Topuria at welterweight

The reigning welterweight champion is not convinced that Ilia Topuria’s power will carry over into the higher weight class. Since making his name in the featherweight division, Topuria has been open about his ambition to achieve something no one else has done in the UFC.

MMA News / HITC / February 19

Daniel Cormier speaks out on Tom Aspinall’s ‘cheater’ view of Ciryl Gane

Daniel Cormier has come to the defence of Ciryl Gane. Ever since that controversial night at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi last October, the French fighter’s style has been a talking point.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 19

Islam Makhachev Roasts Ian Garry With Hilarious Conor McGregor Jab After Georgia Camp

Ian Machado Garry’s sudden revelation about visiting Georgia has sparked a wave of speculation. Fans are already connecting the dots, believing the top welterweight contender could be next in line to face Islam Makhachev.

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MMA News / HITC / February 19

Alex Pereira addresses Jon Jones’ arthritis diagnosis as UFC super-fight doubts grow

Alex Pereira believes everyone is dealing with the same uncertainties right now. The UFC light heavyweight champion has still waiting to find out what is next for him, having last stepped into the Octagon for a rematch with Magomed Ankalaev back in October 2025.

MMA News / HITC / February 19