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On YouTubeKhabib Nurmagomedov News / Bloody Elbow / July 29
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s rule change idea shut down as ‘road to ridiculousness’ by UFC legend
‘The Eagle’ recently revealed a major change that he would make if he stepped into Dana White’s shoes. Despite regular offers, Khabib Nurmagomedov has no plans on returning to competition following his retirement in 2020.
Tom Aspinall News / MMA Weekly / July 29
Tom Aspinall: 'Ring rust is all mental'
Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has spent the last year expecting a title unification fight against Jon Jones to be announced. The match never came to fruition.
Ben Askren News / BoxingNews.com / July 29
Ben Askren Returns To Hospital After Chest Infection
Ben Askren has been hospitalized again following a chest infection, which came shortly after the news that he had come home. Askren had been in the hospital after suffering from a 58-day battle with pneumonia, which began in June.
Fabian Edwards News / Bloody Elbow / July 29
Dalton Rosta questions Fabian Edwards’ black belt credentials as PFL feud reaches boiling point
Dalton Rosta has called his rival Fabian Edwards’ BJJ black belt credentials into question as the pair’s pre-fight trash talk continued to heat up. The former Bellator stars have been on a collision course throughout this year’s PFL World Tournament, and will finally meet on August 21 at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida.
Ronda Rousey News / Dice City Sports / July 29
Ronda Rousey shows off post-baby body via social media
Just six months after giving birth to her second child, a daughter, former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey is back! Rousey has begun posting her workout videos on her social media as she has been working to gain her physique back after giving birth.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Dana White once sent a clear message to old UFC fighters who were using a ‘loophole’ to take approved drug
There was a period in UFC history where fighters were able to get away with taking an infamous drug, which helped boost their performance. Although some fans may not believe it to be the case, the UFC has come a long way in terms of drug use in the sport since its early days.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 29
Aljamain Sterling says one UFC bantamweight contender would give Ilia Topuria ‘crazy fight’
Aljamain Sterling is intrigued by one fight in particular for Ilia Topuria. UFC Champion Ilia Topuria has dominated across three weight classes in his career: bantamweight, featherweight, and lightweight, where he won his second UFC title with a first-round knockout of Charles Oliveira at UFC 317.
Cory Sandhagen News / Bloody Elbow / July 29
Cory Sandhagen trains with former UFC champ after knocking out both of his top teammates: ‘Not happy about it’
Cory Sandhagen has been tipped to beat Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 320. The #4 UFC bantamweight contender came up short in his last title opportunity, a short notice fight against Petr Yan for the interim title after champion Aljamain Sterling had withdrawn from UFC 267.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Conor McGregor leads tributes to Dana White with throwback birthday message as UFC return talks continue
Conor McGregor led a host of major celebrity names to celebrate Dana White’s birthday on social media today. The UFC CEO turned 56, and was met with countless messages of support from fans, fighters, politicians and celebrities alike.
Dan Hooker News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Dan Hooker shuts down UFC Perth fight offer after promotion canceled tickets to watch teammate fight at UFC 317
UFC fan favorite Dan Hooker was close to signing on to headline UFC Perth before recent events ensued. UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker is one of the division’s most exciting combatants.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Aljamain Sterling invited his greatest rival to wedding day after Merab Dvalishvili fights at UFC 320
Aljamain Sterling is getting married right after Merab Dvalishvili’s next title defense. Before Georgian teammate Dvalishvili made it to the throne in 2024, Aljamain Sterling was the reigning, defending UFC Bantamweight Champion of the world.
Ex-UFC champ reveals key for Alex Pereira to regain title from Magomed Ankalaev
Sixty-eight days remain until Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira begin their UFC Light Heavyweight Championship rematch, headlining UFC 320 in Las Vegas on Oct.
Jon Anik News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
‘What are we doing?’…Jon Anik explodes on referee Jason Herzog after UFC Abu Dhabi stoppage controversy
UFC play-by-play broadcaster Jon Anik was incensed watching a record six knockdowns in a single fight at UFC Abu Dhabi. UFC Abu Dhabi featured wild knockouts, the coronation of a new middleweight star, and slick submissions throughout the night.
Jared Cannonier News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Jared Cannonier addresses rumors that UFC threatened to cut him if he didn’t fight Michael ‘Venom’ Page
Jared Cannonier wasn’t too happy when he got offered to fight Michael ‘Venom’ Page. At 41 years old, the former UFC title challenger is still in pursuit of the middleweight title.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
‘Take my leftovers!’…Caio Borralho roasted by UFC Paris rival after calling dibs on UFC 319 backup role
The UFC middleweight division is heating up ahead of two pivotal showdowns. UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis will face the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in the UFC 319 main event next month in Chicago.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Jiri Prochazka gives scathing critique of UFC 320 opponent Khalil Rountree Jr.’s recent win over former rival
Former UFC champion Jiri Prochazka didn’t mince words on his UFC 320 foe. UFC 320 is expected to be one of the biggest cards of the year, featuring a headliner between light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev and former champ Alex Pereira.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28
Stephen Thompson responds to UFC Abu Dhabi star’s ‘old guys’ callout after KO that shocked Islam Makhachev
UFC Abu Dhabi winner Muslim Salikhov got a response from Stephen Thompson after his post-knockout callout. UFC welterweight Muslim Salikhov proved that 41 may be the new 31 with a vicious knockout of Carlos Leal last Saturday at UFC Abu Dhabi.
Jon Jones answers proposal to fight Fedor Emelianenko at White House alternative event
Jon Jones is still claiming he’s working towards a UFC comeback in 2026, aiming to compete at the event planned for the White House. His retirement announcement came after a long saga at heavyweight, with Dana White making it official following the UFC’s debut event in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Amir Albazi News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 28
Tatsuro Taira vs. Hyun Sung Park headlines UFC Vegas 108 after Amir Albazi injury
In a sudden turn of events that’s sent shockwaves through the MMA community, this weekend’s UFC Vegas 108 has a brand-new main event. Hyun Sung Park steps in to face undefeated Japanese sensation Tatsuro Taira after Amir Albazi was forced to withdraw from his highly anticipated headliner due to injury.
Khalil Rountree News / FirstSportz / July 28
Muay Thai Specialist Khalil Rountree Shuts Down ‘Knockout’ Theory on UFC Glove Snub: 'That’s a Hazard!'
As a prolific Muay Thai artist and MMA phenom, recent UFC light heavyweight title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. knows a thing or two about striking. On the flip side, he once wore a UFC glove design that had labels of not punctuating proper knockouts.
Jon Jones News / HITC / July 28
What happened to street fighter Death Sentence in his first bout after calling out Jon Jones
Street Fighter Death Sentence’s brief stay in the win column came to an end this past weekend. The Streetbeefs fighter – real name Maraji Johnson – had dropped four straight before linking up with UFC legend Demetrious Johnson, who helped him secure a surprise submission win in May.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 28
UFC Fight Night – Mateusz Rebecki vs. Chris Duncan: Preview & Betting Tips
Scotland’s Chris Duncan takes on Poland’s Mateusz Rebecki in this upcoming UFC Fight Night card at the UFC Apex. Duncan (13-2) has made a name for himself with aggressive forward pressure and heavy hands, but it’s on the ground where he’s made hay in recent times.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 28
Kayla Harrison: 'I'm ready to whoop Amanda Nunes' a**'
UFC women's bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison has been calling for a fight against former two-division champion Amanda Nunes since her arrival in the organization in April 2024. Nunes is nearly unanimously considered the greatest female fighter to step foot inside the octagon.
Robert Whittaker News / Field Level Media / July 26
UFC Fight Night: Reinier de Ridder defeats Robert Whittaker by split decision
Reinier de Ridder took home a split-decision victory Saturday over Robert Whittaker in the main event of UFC Fight Night at Abu Dhabi. De Ridder (21-2-0 MMA) earned a 48-47 margin from two judges, Ben Cartlidge and David Lethaby, while Mike Bell was the lone judge to give the edge to Whittaker (27-9-0 MMA) at 48-47.
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