The buildup to the UFC 322 fight between Islam Makhachev and Jack Della Maddalena has drawn attention. It is not only because of the competitive implications but also due to the involvement of Conor McGregor, who has publicly inserted himself into the conversation ahead of the bout.
Tom Aspinall did not get to become the undisputed heavyweight champion on his own terms. Jon Jones decided to snub him and retire briefly, which saw him stripped of the title, leading to Aspinall’s elevation as the new undisputed champ.
According to former UFC double champion Henry Cejudo, the recently announced UFC 323 main event was originally set to be headlined by Alexander Volkanovski.
Two of the UFC’s most impressive champions both represent Georgia. While Ilia Topuria and Merab Dvalishvili both became UFC champions for the first time last year, they have very different goals right now.
The UFC featherweight division is arguably in the best position it has been in for a while, but there are no signs of progression. Earlier this year, Alexander Volkanovski reclaimed the featherweight title when he took on Diego Lopes in the UFC 314 main event for the vacant title following Ilia Topuria‘s shock title vacation.
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.
Bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili successfully defended his title a third time at UFC 320 on Oct. 4. He tied his teammate, Aljamain Sterling, for the most consecutive title defenses in UFC bantamweight history.
In his upcoming main event showcase in Rio de Janeiro, former lightweight champion and UFC icon Charles Oliveira has a lot riding on the line in terms of both his place as a UFC top contender, and his career as a whole.
Islam Makhachev vs. Jack Della Maddalena is considered one of the most anticipated UFC clashes of 2025. The former lightweight champion surprised fans earlier this year by announcing his move up into the welterweight division.
The rematch between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev can go a few different ways. Fight week is here for UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Magomed Ankalaev and former champ Alex Pereira, who looks to take back his crown in the main event of UFC 320 on Saturday.
If there’s one thing Alexander Volkanovski and Merab Dvalishvili agree on, it’s that they don’t want to fight each other. Speaking to Manouk Akopyan, Dvalishvili dismissed the idea of ever facing Volkanovski inside the Octagon.
Uncertainty continues to surround Alexander Volkanovski’s return to the Octagon, with recent insights suggesting a planned comeback may not occur until 2026.
Right before UFC 322, UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski isn’t just sitting back watching events unfold with total disinterest — he is backing his countryman Jack Della Maddalena for his welterweight title defense against Islam Makhachev, and he was recently open about why Della Maddalena will shock the MMA world.
Alexander Volkanovski is giving fans a tangible reason to help a life-saving cause—$125,000 worth. Volkanovski and coach Eugene Bareman discussed the destructive impact of coward punches in a new Instagram reel for the Walk Without Fear Trust in Perth.
Alexander Volkanovski’s next featherweight title fight seemed all set, until now. ‘The Great’ regained his 145lb strap by outpointing Diego Lopes at UFC 314 in April.
Alexander Volkanovski's return timeline could see him step in the Octagon this December. Four names sit on the tongue of 'The Great' as he looks to make a first title defense in his second reign as featherweight king.
Noche UFC: Lopes vs Silva has concluded, and the UFC matchmakers will be considering who the fighters on the card will take on next. Here are the matchups that make sense for the main event fighters, Diego Lopes and Jean Silva.
Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC Featherweight Champion, will star in a new Street Fighter movie. Reports indicate that the project will hit the movie screens on October 16, 2026.
The time has come to step into the ring… and FIGHT!!! Legendary Pictures and Capcom’s live-action Street Fighter movie has officially set its release date and revealed its epic line-up of cast.
It is safe to say Alexander Volkanovski is a blessed man. Inside the Octagon, the reigning featherweight champion is arguably the greatest in his division’s history.
UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski has a clear idea of who he should fight next following UFC 319. Carlos Prates appeared to secure the best
In the UFC, timing is everything. When opportunity knocks, you’ve got to not only answer but slam the door shut with authority. That’s exactly what Lerone Murphy did at UFC 319.
UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski is looking to stay active this year after regaining his title with a win in April at UFC 314 at Kaseya Center in Miami, FL, against Diego Lopes.
It looked like a perfect storm was forming in the UFC featherweight division. With Alexander Volkanovski recently recapturing his title in dominant fashion, the door seemed open for a long-awaited clash with an undefeated contender who had been steadily rising through the ranks.