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Former UFC title challenger fights back tears in emotional reaction to UFC Rio TKO
Karolina Kowalkiewicz is 0-3 fighting at UFC Rio. Poland’s former title challenger had hoped the third time would be the charm for her in Saturday’s fight against the much younger Julia Polastri.
Charles Oliveira News / MMA on SI / October 12
Charles Oliveira targets huge UFC rematch in plea to UFC brass to 'make that happen'
Former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira was visibly emotional following a second round rear-naked-choke submission win over Mateusz Gamrot Saturday night in Rio de Janeiro to cap off another edition of UFC Fight Night.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Jose Aldo accused Dana White of turning UFC into a ‘circus’ by booking historic Conor McGregor fight
Jose Aldo had a legendary career in the UFC, but his relationship with the promotion was not always smooth. After coming back to the Octagon in 2024 for three fights, Aldo has officially returned to retirement.
Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Alex Pereira branded UFC’s greatest of all time by former champion who performs major U-Turn
Alex Pereira has been called one of the greatest champions in UFC history by a fellow ex-middleweight title holder who wasn’t always as complimentary. The light-heavyweight champion just knocked out Magomed Ankalaev within a round to reclaim his title at UFC 320, and could be eyeing a move up to heavyweight.
Who Should Headline UFC 323?
The UFC recently announced their December PPV, UFC 323 will take place on December 6th in Las Vegas from the T-Mobile Arena. It marks the final PPV event before the new deal with Paramount begins in 2026.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 12
Deiveson Figueiredo Shuts Down 'Weight Bully' Allegations as He Aims for Merab Dvalishvili After UFC Rio
“He’s missed weight a few times, so I think he’s just an oversized bantamweight who used to bully flyweights,” Cody Garbrandt said in an interview with Kevin Iole last year ahead of his bout against Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 300.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 12
Dustin Poirier in Awe of Ilia Topuria’s Greatness After Charles Oliveira Dominates Gamrot at UFC Rio
Last night, Rio de Janeiro was on its feet as UFC Fight Night 261 set the Farmasi Arena ablaze with electrifying action. From the opening bell to the decisive second-round submission, hometown hero Charles Oliveira dominated former KSW champion Mateusz Gamrot with authority and marked a triumphant return to the lightweight win column.
Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Tom Aspinall admits he’d ‘definitely lose’ if he fought former UFC heavyweight champion in his peak
Tom Aspinall has looked unbeatable since joining the UFC in 2020 The UFC heavyweight champion has stopped eight opponents inside two rounds to claim MMA’s greatest prize.
Paddy Pimblett Responds to Ronda Rousey Praising Him as One of UFC’s True Entertainers
It is no secret that the UFC has long been not just a sport but also a spectacle. While elite fighters showcase their skills inside the Octagon, the company’s foundation rests just as much on showmanship as it does on athleticism.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Jose Aldo holds three major UFC featherweight records that Alexander Volkanovski could still surpass
A few of Jose Aldo’s UFC records are at risk. Barring another comeback, Aldo’s time competing inside the Octagon is officially over. After returning for one final run in 2024, Aldo has gone back into retirement once again.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Merab Dvalishvili hints at fighting Deiveson Figueiredo next in reaction to his UFC Rio win
A new bantamweight is in the title mix after UFC Rio. Saturday’s UFC Fight Night in Brazil concluded with Charles Oliveira submitting Mateusz Gamrot to reignite his hopes of another championship opportunity down the line.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Why Jose Aldo turned down a Conor McGregor rematch despite calling his 13-second KO ‘lucky’
Jose Aldo will never get his chance for revenge on Conor McGregor. The legendary Aldo has returned to retirement after a three-fight final stint inside the UFC Octagon.
When 21-year-old Conor McGregor caused a leg injury similar to Anderson Silva’s
Before he was a household name, Conor McGregor found himself on the other side of an injury like the one that would later define his career. It’s been a long time since the Irishman was last seen in action.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Paddy Pimblett reacts to UFC legend Ronda Rousey singling him out for special praise
Paddy Pimblett is a happy man after being praised by one of MMA’s greatest legends. Ronda Rousey recently named him as the one UFC star who has broken through to the next level of celebrity “That’s what I think really matters, that you can make people know who you are,” the former UFC bantamweight champion said at New York Comic Con.
Max Holloway Ditches UFC White House Plans, Accepts Charles Oliveira Rematch in Sin City After UFC Rio Callout
The BMF champion just answered the call. Max Holloway responded to Charles Oliveira’s call-out within hours after UFC Rio, clarifying he also wants to settle business as soon as possible.
Combat Sports World Reacts to Charles Oliveira’s Dominant Homecoming Against Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Rio
Many fans and experts believed that Charles Oliveira’s 105-day turnaround after suffering a brutal knockout loss to Ilia Topuria at UFC 317 was a huge gamble.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Dustin Poirier gives disappointing one-word update on Nate Diaz boxing talk
It looks like Dustin Poirier will be staying retired. Poirier called time on his career this past July, going out with one final banger inside the Octagon against fellow UFC fan favorite Max Holloway.
Joel Alvarez News / HITC / October 12
Joel Alvarez’s controversial win over Marc Diakiese draws criticism before UFC Rio
A fighter returning to the Octagon on Saturday night once found himself on the right side of a controversial referee decision. UFC 301 heads to Rio de Janeiro’s Farmasi Arena, with plenty of familiar faces ready to put on a show.
UFC Rio: Charles Oliveira vs Mateusz Gamrot Results + Full Fight Video Highlights
After months of anticipation, the UFC returns to Brazilian soil at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro. In what marks one of the biggest Fight Night cards of the year, fans witnessed absolute fireworks.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 11
Deiveson Figueiredo decisions Montel Jackson in UFC Rio co-main event
A bantamweight bout between contenders served as Saturday's UFC Rio co-main event in Rio de Janeiro. Former two-time flyweight champion and No. 6 ranked bantamweight Deiveson Figueiredo took on No.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 11
Joel Alvarez successful in welterweight debut with dominant decision over Vicente Luque at UFC Rio
Spanish finisher Joel Alvarez made an emphatic statement in his welterweight debut, cruising to his first unanimous decision victory over veteran Vicente Luque at UFC Rio on Saturday night.
UFC Rio: Preview, Full Fight Card
Back for their 13th visit to Rio de Janeiro, the UFC offers the city its first Fight Night card in over a decade for UFC Rio. Taking top billing for the occasion, former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira confronts short notice opponent Mateusz Gamrot.
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