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Alex Pereira speaks out on potential return before UFC White House card

Alex Pereira speaks out on potential return before UFC White House card

Alex Pereira’s 2024 campaign included three successful title defences, and his willingness to step in on short notice only added to his reputation. Pereira became even more popular thanks to how often he helped out the UFC, even when that meant fighting without a full camp.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
UFC legend salvaged near-disaster after Dana White told critics ‘if you don’t like it, don’t watch it’

UFC legend salvaged near-disaster after Dana White told critics ‘if you don’t like it, don’t watch it’

In October of 2010, the UFC put on an event that the local fans had several concerns about. The Octagon has regularly made trips over to England, with some big title fights happening on UK soil in recent years.

MMA News / HITC / October 7
Demetrious Johnson says McGregor and Jones not needed at UFC White House

Demetrious Johnson says McGregor and Jones not needed at UFC White House

One of MMA’s greatest has told Conor McGregor and Jon Jones they won’t be needed when the UFC heads to the White House next summer. The two legends are still in the early stages of their comeback campaigns, each eyeing a spot on one of the biggest events in UFC history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
Tony Ferguson said Conor McGregor ‘posed no threat’ while demanding a fight after his UFC title win

Tony Ferguson said Conor McGregor ‘posed no threat’ while demanding a fight after his UFC title win

Tony Ferguson had a strong message for Conor McGregor after winning UFC gold eight years ago. On this day, October 7, in 2017, the UFC 216 pay-per-view took place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Alex Pereira News / Dice City Sports / October 7
Alex Pereira Fears For The Worst After UFC 320 Win

Alex Pereira Fears For The Worst After UFC 320 Win

Newly crowned light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira says his spectacular first-round finish of Magomed Ankalaev may have come at a cost: a potentially broken foot.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 7
Alex Pereira sets sights on superfight with Jon Jones at the White House

Alex Pereira sets sights on superfight with Jon Jones at the White House

Fresh off another statement win, the newly crowned UFC light heavyweight champion already has his eyes on an opponent who many consider the greatest fighter of all time — Jon Jones.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
Conor McGregor and Jon Jones told they are not needed on UFC White House by MMA’s ‘GOAT’

Conor McGregor and Jon Jones told they are not needed on UFC White House by MMA’s ‘GOAT’

Conor McGregor and Jon Jones have been told by one of the greatest fighters of all time that they won’t be needed when the UFC comes to the White House next summer.

MMA News / HITC / October 7
Sean Strickland highlights ideal opponent for return to pave way to fight Khamzat Chimaev

Sean Strickland highlights ideal opponent for return to pave way to fight Khamzat Chimaev

As Sean Strickland gets closer to stepping back into the Octagon, he has made it clear who he is interested in facing. The former UFC middleweight champion has not fought since February, but his name has continued to come up throughout 2025, with a number of fighters expressing interest in a matchup.

Patchy Mix News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
Patchy Mix predicted to be fired after UFC 320 by ex-champ who would be shocked ‘if they kept him’

Patchy Mix predicted to be fired after UFC 320 by ex-champ who would be shocked ‘if they kept him’

This former UFC fighter does not expect Patchy Mix to be given a third chance. Saturday’s UFC 320 marked another difficult night in the Octagon for Mix, a once highly touted Bellator champion who was regarded as one of the best bantamweights in the world.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
Dana White shut down UFC GOAT’s $2 million demand right after he landed the greatest-ever submission

Dana White shut down UFC GOAT’s $2 million demand right after he landed the greatest-ever submission

Demetrious Johnson’s record-breaking 2017 title defense was not enough to secure what he thought was deserved from the UFC. Not many GOAT discussions are taken seriously in mixed martial arts without the inclusion of Johnson, who firmly stands as number one on the all-time list of flyweights and is often in the conversation regardless of division.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 7
Alex Pereira Re-enters P4P Race While Ankalaev and Prochazka Share Title Claim After UFC 320

Alex Pereira Re-enters P4P Race While Ankalaev and Prochazka Share Title Claim After UFC 320

Days have passed since UFC 320, yet its shockwaves still ripple through the MMA world. The T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas set the stage for chaos, redemption, and legacy, delivering some of the year’s most unforgettable twists and upsets.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
Alex Pereira’s UFC 320 finish was so brutal that it even made Daniel Cormier rethink MMA rule change

Alex Pereira’s UFC 320 finish was so brutal that it even made Daniel Cormier rethink MMA rule change

Alex Pereira made the most of a once-banned move to put Magomed Ankalaev away. Saturday’s UFC 320 pay-per-view ended with the light heavyweight title changing hands for the second time this year.

Merab Dvalishvili News / HITC / October 7
Sean O’Malley admits only one UFC fighter could end Merab Dvalishvili’s title reign

Sean O’Malley admits only one UFC fighter could end Merab Dvalishvili’s title reign

Sean O’Malley has shared how he thinks Merab Dvalishvili’s winning run might finally come to an end. Dvalishvili is now unbeaten in his last 14 fights.

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MMA News / The Body Lock / October 7

Dana White Says White House UFC Card Not Finalized Despite Conor McGregor Claims

Dana White confirmed UFC is planning a White House event for June 2026 as part of America’s 250th celebration but no fights have been negotiated yet Conor

MMA News / The Body Lock / October 7

UFC 321 Main Card Announced: Aspinall vs Gane Headlines Abu Dhabi Event

Tom Aspinall makes his first heavyweight title defense against Ciryl Gane on October 25 at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern will

MMA News / The Body Lock / October 7

Alex Pereira Breaks Foot While Knocking Out Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320

Alex Pereira knocked out Magomed Ankalaev in 80 seconds at UFC 320 to reclaim the UFC light heavyweight championship Pereira broke his foot during the

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 7
Sean Strickland names targeted opponent for UFC return who will set him up to dethrone Khamzat Chimaev

Sean Strickland names targeted opponent for UFC return who will set him up to dethrone Khamzat Chimaev

Sean Strickland has two targets in his sights as his return to the Octagon draws closer. Having not competed since February, the former UFC middleweight champion has received callouts from several notable names throughout 2025.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 7
Israel Adesanya Snubs Jiri Prochazka as Alex Pereira’s Next Opponent

Israel Adesanya Snubs Jiri Prochazka as Alex Pereira’s Next Opponent

UFC 320 delivered fireworks inside the Octagon, but the drama wasn’t limited to the fights themselves. Alex Pereira reclaimed the light heavyweight title in 56 seconds, but not everyone was on the same page about what should come next.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 7

DWCS 85: How To Watch And Full Fight Card

The second to last iteration of the ninth season of Dana White’s Contender Series, DWCS 85 is upon us. In the DWCS 85 main event, Brazil’s Lucas Caldas takes on the undefeated Magomed Zaynukov.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 7
What’s Next For Dvalishvili After Beating Sandhagen?

What’s Next For Dvalishvili After Beating Sandhagen?

Merab Dvalishvili defeated Cory Sandhagen at UFC 320 to retain his bantamweight belt, as we look at what is next. Dvalishvili secured a unanimous decision win, his 14th consecutive victory and third title defense since beating Sean O’Malley at UFC 306 to secure the title.

Conor McGregor News / BoxingNews.com / October 7
Should The UFC Extend Conor McGregor’s Contract?

Should The UFC Extend Conor McGregor’s Contract?

Conor McGregor’s UFC future is in the balance after he hinted that the UFC may offer him a new deal.  McGregor is arguably one of the biggest stars of the UFC, despite his inactivity.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 6
Khalil Rountree releases statement after UFC 320 knockout loss to Jiri Prochazka

Khalil Rountree releases statement after UFC 320 knockout loss to Jiri Prochazka

After two rounds, Khalil Rountree looked to be well on his way to victory at UFC 320 until former champion Jiri Prochazka came from behind to score a knockout in the final round.  The two fought on Saturday's pay-per-view main card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Magomed Ankalaev News / Dice City Sports / October 6
Magomed Ankalaev breaks silence after UFC 320 loss: 'If Allah tested me with defeat, then He wants to toughen me'

Magomed Ankalaev breaks silence after UFC 320 loss: 'If Allah tested me with defeat, then He wants to toughen me'

One day after dropping the UFC light heavyweight title to Alex Pereira in their UFC 320 rematch, Magomed Ankalaev issued his first public statement thanking supporters and framing the setback as a test he’ll grow from.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / October 6
Yana Santos, Youssef Zalal Have (Re)Emerged As Contenders After UFC 320

Yana Santos, Youssef Zalal Have (Re)Emerged As Contenders After UFC 320

Alex Pereira was the obvious biggest talking point of UFC 320 on Saturday night, as he retook the light heavyweight title from Magomed Ankalaev. While focus has since shifted towards an expected defense against Carlos Ulberg, two other fighters made strides towards contention.

MMA News / Yardbarker / October 5
Potential matchups for main-card winners after UFC 320

Potential matchups for main-card winners after UFC 320

Here’s who the winners on the main card could fight next.

UFC 320: Alex Pereira KO's Magomed Ankalaev to reclaim title

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