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Islam Makhachev and Kamaru Usman stared down at UFC 324, as a future fight could follow. The exchange was presided over by Khabib Nurmagomedov, who playfully acted as a mediator, telling both men to “be nice” as they stared each other down with grins.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 18

Mohammed Usman: 'I Made a Mistake'

Mohammed Usman has spoken publicly for the first time since receiving a lengthy suspension from Combat Sports Anti-Doping. On Friday, CSAD announced that Usman tested positive for testosterone ahead of a scheduled Oct.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 17

Khamzat Chimaev Breaks Character as He Confesses Harsh Truth About Kamaru Usman Fight

UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev appeared untouchable during his early days, having absorbed only 1 strike in his first 5 UFC fights. That statistic was turned upside down in his 6th fight against Gilbert Burns at UFC 273, where he took 119 strikes in a fierce showdown.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 17

Mohammed Usman Accepts 30-Month Doping Ban Following Positive Testosterone Test

Mohammed Usman’s UFC career has been put on hold for more than two years. Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) announced Friday that Usman has accepted a 30-month suspension after testing positive for testosterone ahead of a scheduled bout against Valter Walker at UFC Rio in October 2025.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 16

UFC Heavyweight Mohammed Usman Gets Hit With Lengthy Doping Suspension

The UFC has issued a doping suspension to heavyweight contender Mohammed Usman, the brother of former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman. The suspension,

Former UFC Champion Has Major Regret

Kamaru Usman says the regret still weighs heavily on him. The former UFC welterweight champion admitted he has not forgiven himself for posting footage that showed Anthony Joshua in a deeply vulnerable moment following a tragic car accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of Joshua’s closest friends.

MMA News / HITC / January 16

Brother of former UFC champion handed lengthy ban after failed drugs test

Mohammed Usman will not be back in the Octagon anytime soon after receiving a two-year-and-six-month suspension from the USADA. The brother of former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman was pulled from UFC Rio last October after testing positive for elevated testosterone levels.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 16

Former UFC Champion’s Brother Hit With 30-Month Suspension for Anti-Doping Violation

The UFC’s list of grievances that kicked off 2026 just grew longer. After UFC 324 lost its co-main event, and UFC 325 lost a hometown fighter yesterday, a doping scandal verdict has taken the spotlight today.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 16

Kamaru Usman’s Brother Hit With 30-Month UFC Doping Ban

Getting banned for doping isn’t uncommon; many stars have been suspended for it. While Conor McGregor was banned not for testing positive but for missing tests, Kamaru Usman’s brother was found to have tested positive for doping.

Why Did Kamaru Usman Post Anthony Joshua’s Emotional Call About Nigeria Tragedy?

Kamaru Usman shared a video showing Anthony Joshua’s emotional reaction to a tragic Nigeria crash that killed friends The video captured a private call

How Kamaru Usman reacted after leaking private conversation with Anthony Joshua

Kamaru Usman has publicly addressed the backlash after a private conversation with British boxer Anthony Joshua was accidentally shared online, calling the experience “heartbreaking” and taking full responsibility for the error.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 9

Kamaru Usman Targets Colby Covington Rematch as Islam Makhachev Title Fight Talk Swirls

Kamaru Usman’s best prospects are not just in a future Islam Makhachev clash; one of them is staring him in the face from his past. After a string of losses, the former champion returned to the win column with a decisive win over Joaquin Buckley last July.

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MMA News / The Body Lock / January 8

Kamaru Usman Warns Daniel Cormier: ‘People Sleep on Jon Jones’

Kamaru Usman publicly challenged Daniel Cormier’s claim that he would dominate Jon Jones in a wrestling match Usman warned that fans and analysts ‘sleep

MMA News / HITC / January 8

Kamaru Usman breaks silence after Anthony Joshua video leak

Kamaru Usman has responded after facing backlash over a video he shared on social media. Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash at the end of last year, and all that followed for some time was a short post on his Instagram story.

Kamaru Usman Admits 'Big L' After Leaking Anthony Joshua Conversation

When the entire combat sports world worried about Anthony Joshua following the unfortunate car crash on the Lagos Ibadan Expressway, former UFC champion Kamaru Usman received a direct video call from the heavyweight boxer on December 30.

Kamaru Usman leaks and deletes FaceTime conversation with Anthony Joshua after fatal car crash

Kamaru Usman appears to have inadvertently shared a private conversation with Anthony Joshua. The British boxing legend was recently hospitalized following a car crash that killed two of his friends.

MMA News / HITC / January 8

What Kamaru Usman told Anthony Joshua after boxer’s horrific accident in Nigeria

Kamaru Usman delivered an emotional message to Anthony Joshua after his car crash tragedy. Just days after Anthony Joshua’s car crash in Nigeria claimed the lives of two of his close friends, the British heavyweight boxer received an emotional call from former UFC star Kamaru Usman.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 28

GSP Urges Kamaru Usman to Make One Last Run Then Walk Away on Top

Two of the greatest welterweights in MMA history just had a conversation that could shape the final chapter of Kamaru Usman’s career. During a recent appearance on a Kick livestream with Adin Ross, UFC legend Georges St-Pierre revealed a private discussion he had with Kamaru Usman, offering advice on how a champion should leave the sport.

MMA News / Yardbarker / November 17

Potential matchups for some big names after UFC 322

UFC 322 has come to an end and the massive card at Madison Square Garden lived up to it’s hype. Here’s some potential fights that could be made for the new welterweight champion of the world and more.

Islam Makhachev, Valentina Shevchenko cruise to title wins at UFC 322

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 20

Kamaru Usman Outlines His Retirement Plan

Former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman wants to reclaim his welterweight belt and secure the middleweight title before retiring. Usman, 38, was the welterweight champion from 2019 to 2022, defending the belt five times before losing it to Leon Edwards at UFC 278 in August 2022.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 28

Valter Walker vs. Mohammed Usman set for UFC Rio on October 11th

When the UFC touches down in Brazil, there’s always electricity in the air. The promotion has built a long history with Rio de Janeiro as one of its premier international destinations, and on October 11th, Brazilian fans will once again get the chance to showcase their passion on the sport’s biggest stage.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 16

What’s Next For Kamaru Usman?

Kamaru Usman defeated Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta, as we look at his next steps. Usman secured his first win since 2021, as he beat Buckley via a unanimous decision.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 15

Kamaru Usman outlines path to welterweight title after UFC Atlanta win

Kamaru Usman earned his first win since November 2021 with a unanimous decision over rising welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley. Usman dominated the

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 12

From champion to contender, Kamaru Usman's fall from grace entering UFC Atlanta

Just three years ago, Kamaru Usman was thought to be the best welterweight in the sport as the UFC's reigning champion. One kick changed everything, as UFC 278’s main event against Leon Edwards went from a clear decision win to a changing of the guard in a division largely defined by the five-year run Georges St-Pierre went on between 2008-2013.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 10

Kamaru Usman calls for 'blockbuster' fight with UFC's top P4P fighter

Despite riding a three-fight losing streak, 'The Nigerian Nightmare' Kamaru Usman is still eager to fight the very best the UFC has to offer. This is well-evidenced