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On YouTubeBen Askren News / CBSSPorts.com / July 22
UFC veteran Ben Askren leaves hospital after double lung transplant: 'That was a long journey'
Askren is headed home after a harrowing hospitalization
MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 22
Dana White Reveals UFC 321 Heavyweight Main Event, Jon Jones Era Officially Over
When Dana White announced Jon Jones’ retirement from the UFC, Tom Aspinall was immediately crowned the undisputed heavyweight champion. After going nearly
MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 22
Tom Aspinall To Defend UFC Heavyweight Title Against Ciryl Gane
Newly crowned undisputed heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall will defend his title for the first time when he faces former interim champion Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 321, set for October 25 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
Justin Gaethje News / MMA on SI / July 22
Justin Gaethje says 'absolutely not' to rumored UFC fight and threatens retirement
Justin Gaethje appears to be at his wits' end with his position in the UFC's lightweight division. 'The Highlight' has been a staple of the lightweight shark tank for about a decade, putting on some of the best fights in UFC history.
Jiri Prochazka News / Bloody Elbow / July 22
Jiri Prochazka’s comeback fight announced for UFC 320 against dangerous KO artist
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka will return to the Octagon for a showdown with one of Alex Pereira’s former foes. Since knocking out Jamahal Hill at UFC 311 in January, Jiri Prochazka has stayed relatively quiet away from the Octagon.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 22
Dana White announces Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2 for UFC 320, Merab Dvalishvili co-headlines
UFC CEO Dana White broke some big news on Tuesday as summer nears a close. UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev will make his first title defense against the man he won the belt from, Alex Pereira, in the UFC 320 main event on October 4th in Las Vegas.
Alex Pereira News / MMA on SI / July 22
Alex Pereira headlines UFC 320 in loaded title doubleheader
UFC has finally cleared the air on its event schedule, announcing two major title fights in the light heavyweight and bantamweight divisions. The news comes alongside the reveal that Tom Aspinall will be defending his heavyweight belt against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321.
Ben Askren News / Bloody Elbow / July 22
Ben Askren departs the hospital in emotional health update after double lung transplant
Ben Askren has been officially released from the hospital after a 59-day treatment. Former UFC star Ben Askren is heading home after 59 days in a hospital bed which included a double lung transplant.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 22
Khabib Analyzes Keys to Beating Dricus at UFC 319
UFC 319 is set to light up Chicago on August 16 at the United Center, featuring an explosive main event between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev. Both men remain undefeated under the UFC banner, making this matchup one of the most anticipated of the year.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 22
Khabib Nurmagomedov believes ‘past his prime’ Jon Jones isn’t better than Tom Aspinall
The Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall saga has caused a divide among the mixed martial arts fanbase, and Khabib Nurmagomedov is the latest to weigh in on the debate.
Khabib Nurmagomedov says he’d support Joe Rogan’s major rule change if he ran the UFC
Khabib Nurmagomedov has shared what he would do differently if he took over Dana White’s job for a day. When someone like Khabib speaks, everyone in the fight world should pay attention.
Khabib distances Ilia Topuria from Conor McGregor with subtle jab
Khabib Nurmagomedov wouldn't put Ilia Topuria in the same bracket as his notorious rival, Conor McGregor. The Khabib-Conor feud remains the biggest narrative in MMA history, culminating in one of the biggest boxing matches as McGregor stepped away to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr..
Khabib Nurmagomedov News / Bloody Elbow / July 22
Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals he still gets comeback offers ‘all the time’ years after MMA retirement
Khabib Nurmagomedov is still receiving comeback calls years after retiring from MMA. At just 32 years old, ‘The Eagle’ walked away from fighting following UFC 254 in October 2020.
Giant kickboxer who shared ring with Adesanya and Pereira set for UFC debut
One of Alex Pereira's longtime kickboxing rivals-turned-teammates is set to make his UFC debut at UFC Vegas 108. GLORY kickboxers have had mixed success in MMA and the UFC, with notable fighters like Gokhan Saki suffering tremendous knockout losses in the Octagon.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 22
Frank Mir’s daughter wants to settle father’s feud with Brock Lesnar by fighting his daughter in the UFC
Bella Mir would like to end her father’s long feud with Brock Lesnar by fighting his daughter Mya Lesnar in a wild UFC fight. Brock Lesnar‘s rivalry with Frank Mir will always go down as one of the biggest rivalries in UFC heavyweight history and unfortunately, it was never properly settled.
MMA News / FirstSportz / July 22
Khabib Nurmagomedov Gets Real About Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev Recreating Conor McGregor Rivalry
Ilia Topuria has quickly become one of UFC’s biggest superstars, recently capturing the lightweight championship with an impressive performance. Topuria further cemented his status by dethroning Islam Makhachev, making it to the top of UFC pound-for-pound rankings.
Paddy Pimblett News / FirstSportz / July 22
UFC Star Paddy Pimblett Once Nearly Lost a Kidney During Extreme Weight Cut
Scousers don’t get knocked out! UFC fans are well aware of Paddy Pimblett’s mantra inside the Octagon. Still undefeated in the promotion, the rising UFC star is quickly closing in on title contention and remains confident that no one can take him out easily.
Dustin Poirier News / MMA Sucka / July 21
Examining Sterling Career of 'The Diamond', Certain UFC Hall of Famer
Dustin Poirier has had an amazing career inside the Octagon. From the time he turned pro in the sport of MMA in 2009 up until his final career appearance on July 19, one thing was certain: When Poirier walked into the cage, viewers had to have their popcorn ready.
Ben Askren News / Dice City Sports / July 21
Ben Askren to remain hospitalized following transplant
It is being reported that UFC and Bellator fighter Ben Askren will remain hospitalized after double lung transplant. Askren turned 41 on last Friday. In early June, Askren’s wife, Amy publicly revealed that he was hospitalized but it was for “severe pneumonia” in a Nevada hospital.
Israel Adesanya predicts who’ll win Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev with a ‘late finish’
Israel Adesanya won’t be in the Octagon next month, but he’ll still have a close eye on UFC 319’s main event. Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight title has been one of the most anticipated fights of 2025 since it was announced.
Paulo Costa News / Empire Sports Media / July 21
After a vintage performance at UFC 318, what’s next for Paulo Costa?
In the co-main event of UFC 318 this past Saturday, we saw a middleweight showcase between two ranked contenders. Former title challenger Paulo Costa (15-4) took on a very dangerous striker in Roman Kopylov (14-4).
MMA News / FirstSportz / July 21
Alexander Volkanovski Snubs Arman Tsarukyan for Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway Rematch
If #2 lightweight Arman Tsarukyan was putting all his eggs in the UFC 317 PPV backup fighter basket, his hopes are less than little. After this Saturday’s UFC 318 PPV main event, Max Holloway vs.
MMA News / Field Level Media / July 20
Max Holloway spoils Dustin Poirier’s retirement sendoff with decision win
The trilogy fight between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier may not have been a microcosm of their first two encounters, but it delivered an electrifying final 15 seconds when Holloway and the retiring Poirier traded blows in Round 5.
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