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Iasmin Lucindo accepts nine-month anti-doping suspension after failed drug test

UFC women’s strawweight contender Iasmin Lucindo will miss nearly a year of competition after accepting a nine-month anti-doping suspension stemming from a positive test for mesterolone, an anabolic steroid typically used to treat low testosterone.

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Kayla Harrison in Good Spirits After Neck Surgery That Canceled UFC 324 Superfight

If an image can speak volumes, Kayla Harrison appears to be saying all the right things. Less than three weeks after undergoing neck surgery that forced her out of her long-awaited superfight with Amanda Nunes at UFC 324, Harrison is already back inside the gym mentally strong, smiling, and focused on the road ahead.

MMA News / Field Level Media / January 29

Alexander Volkanovski returns home to defend UFC title vs. Diego Lopes

The UFC returns to Sydney on Saturday with a featherweight title rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes in the night's main event from Qudos Bank Arena to top a 14-fight card.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

Dan Hooker Says Arman Tsarukyan Fight Makes No Sense For Alexander Volkanovski

Despite being the No. 1 title contender, Arman Tsarukyan has not received a title shot or any real opportunity. After repeatedly being snubbed, including for UFC 324, the Armenian fighter suggested he wants to drop down to the featherweight division and chase the title at 145 lbs, a move even Alexander Volkanovski has welcomed.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 29

Former Bellator champion released by UFC, will fight at RIZIN 52 on March 7th

In what can only be described as a stunning fall from grace, Patchy Mix’s brief tenure with the UFC has come to an end. The 32-year-old New York native

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 28

Diego Lopes tells fans what to do if they have a problem with his UFC 325 title shot

Diego Lopes is bored of being the fans’ target. The Brazilian featherweight is days away from his second opportunity to add UFC champion to his mixed martial arts résumé.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 28

UFC 325 – Dan Hooker vs Benoit Saint-Denis: Preview & Betting Tips

The lightweight clash between Dan Hooker and Benoit Saint-Denis is a fight that immediately jumps off the page at UFC 325. Hooker (24-13) has long been one of the most respected action fighters in the UFC’s lightweight division.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 27

Jack Della Maddalena reveals a April/May return and potential dance partners

Former UFC welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena is eyeing a comeback to the octagon in April or May, according to his head coach Ben Vickers, who revealed the Australian fighter is considering a number of high-profile opponents to mark his triumphant return to action.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 27

Natalia Silva Expects Title Shot After Beating Rose Namajunas at UFC 324

LAS VEGAS — Natalia Silva believes her next fight should be for UFC gold. After scoring a unanimous decision victory over former strawweight champion Rose Namajunas on Saturday at UFC 324, Silva said the UFC promised her a women’s flyweight title shot as part of the incentive for accepting the bout on short notice.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 26

Edmen Shahbazyan looks to extend streak against 'Iron Turtle' Jun Yong Park at UFC Vegas 115

Rising middleweight contender Edmen Shahbazyan will aim to keep his hot streak alive when he squares off against Jun Yong Park in a pivotal 185-pound matchup at UFC Vegas 115 on April 4, 2026, at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

'This Could Be Part Two': Israel Adesanya Compares Gaethje vs. Pimblett to UFC’s Most Iconic Fight

Israel Adesanya believes the UFC 324 headliner between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett may end up being remembered as far more than just another thrilling main event.

MMA News / Yardbarker / January 26

Potential matchups for UFC 324 main card winners

Here are some potential next fights for the winners on the main card.

UFC 324: Justin Gaethje Sends Clear Message to Ilia Topuria After Defeating Paddy Pimblett

3 Biggest Winners, Losers From UFC 324: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett

3 Biggest Overreactions From UFC 324: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 26

Former UFC heavyweight champion Josh Barnett rips UFC 324 main event: 'one of the WORST UFC main events in a while'

Former UFC heavyweight champion Josh Barnett didn’t mince words following Justin Gaethje’s unanimous decision victory over Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight championship at UFC 324.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 26

UFC 325 – Rafael Fiziev vs Mauricio Ruffy: Preview & Betting Tips

The lightweight matchup between Rafael Fiziev and Mauricio Ruffy takes place at UFC 325 in what’s one of the best striker-vs-striker matchups in the division.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 26

UFC Doubles Post-Fight Bonuses to $100,000 Under New Paramount Deal

The UFC’s new broadcast era is officially bringing bigger paydays at least when it comes to bonuses. In the hours following the finalization of the promotion’s seven-year, $7.7 billion broadcast agreement with Paramount.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 26

Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic set for UFC Houston after Kevin Holland bout falls through

The UFC welterweight division is about to deliver a February banger, as Geoff Neal squares off against rising knockout artist Uros Medic on February 21 at UFC Houston’s Toyota Center.