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On YouTubeMMA News / FirstSportz / August 3
Khabib Nurmagomedov Adds to Dana White’s Worries After Leaking Islam Makhachev MSG Fight Announcement
Khabib Nurmagomedov has played a major role in shaping Islam Makhachev’s career, guiding him through major fight camps. The former lightweight champion constantly credits both Khabib and his late father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, for mentoring him with lifelong support.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 3
Khabib Nurmagomedov leaks Islam Makhachev’s next UFC title fight at historic venue after he gave up belt
Khabib Nurmagomedov has let fans know exactly what is happening with Islam Makhachev’s next move. Earlier this year, Makhachev followed in his mentor’s path and gave the lightweight title back to the UFC having never lost it.
Max Holloway News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3
MMA fighter KO’d in brutal fashion after copying Max Holloway’s taunt
MMA fighter Glen Norman learned a valuable lesson about being careful what you wish for during his Saturday bout against Byron Walker. The two amateur welterweights squared off in the American Kombat Alliance 48 event held at Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, La.
Justin Gaethje News / BoxingNews.com / August 3
Will Justin Gaethje Retire?
Chael Sonnen believes Justin Gaethje will retire from the UFC if he doesn’t receive a lightweight title shot next. Gaethje has made it clear that he will only return to the octagon for a chance at the lightweight belt, which is currently held by Ilia Topuria.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
‘Don’t send threats’… Conor McGregor delights as BKFC star quits inside a round after Facebook feud
Conor McGregor watched along from home as his fight league travelled to South Dakota. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship’s latest event took place at the Legendary Buffalo Chip on Saturday night.
Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Paddy Pimblett watches on as teammate suffers devastating 62-second KO loss at UFC Vegas 108
Paddy Pimblett was cageside to watch one of his cteammates compete at UFC Vegas 108. ‘The Baddy’ travelled to Sin City support Nathan Fletcher in his third Octagon outing.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Dana White told to cut UFC Vegas 108 ‘quitter’ after brutal body shot knockout loss
Nick Klein’s UFC career could be over after his second successive Octagon loss. The 29-year-old earned a UFC contract after picking up a 37-second submission win on the Contenders Series in October 2024.
Diego Lopes News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Diego Lopes reacts as 14-1 teammate sinks in standing submission for first UFC win
There’s nothing like winning your first UFC fight. It’s fight night in Las Vegas, Nevada. The UFC returns with a 12-fight card from the UFC Apex. Flyweights take center stage at UFC Vegas 108 as the formerly undefeated Tatsuro Taira meets the 10-0 Hyun Sung Park in his second main event in a row.
Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Islam Makhachev jokes PFL champion teammate needed win after spending entire $1million prize for last title victory
Islam Makhachev joked with Movlid Khaybulaev that he needed to win last night’s PFL World Tournament – because he already spent his $1million purse from his last victory.
Tatsuro Taira News / MMA Weekly / August 2
UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park live results
The UFC Apex in Las Vegas hosts tonight's UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park fight card. The event is headlined by a flyweight bout between No. 6 ranked Tatsuro Taira (16-1) and Park Hyun-sung (10-0).
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Kamaru Usman publicly settles Ben Askren beef after old rival retires ‘Marty from Nebraska’ nickname
Kamaru Usman is the latest UFC star to wish Ben Askren well amid his ongoing health battle. Jorge Masvidal was among the many people praying for ‘Funky’ after he was hospitalized with a severe case of pneumonia, which resulted in him getting a double lung transplant.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Dana White shockingly changed his mind on Fedor Emelianenko after he dismantled a former UFC champion in just 36 seconds
One of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time never got the chance to compete inside the Octagon. There were seemingly several reasons why Fedor Emelianenko was never signed to the UFC.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Sean O’Malley disagrees with Khabib Nurmagomedov’s suggested UFC rule change with hilarious reaction
Khabib Nurmagomedov recently suggested a bold rule change to be introduced in the UFC which Sean O’Malley has hilariously disagreed with. Since shockingly retiring from MMA in 2020 following a dominant win over Justin Gaethje, Khabib Nurmagomedov has firmly remained in the sport, continuing his legacy as a coach.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
Conor McGregor signs off on fans’ heart-breaking UFC request after potential comeback takes huge next step
A recent update suggested that we may not have seen the last of ‘The Notorious’ inside the Octagon. Having not competed since July of 2021, many had already come to the conclusion that the biggest star in UFC history would never return.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2
What Islam Makhachev did with Khabib Nurmagomedov after his UFC title win is recreated by PFL tournament winner
Another member of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s team had gold wrapped around their waist Friday night. The first of three PFL World Tournament: Finals events in August took place at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, with the featherweight and welterweight belts on the line.
MMA News / FirstSportz / August 2
Max Holloway Takes a Dig at Aljamain Sterling 'Talking Madness' That He Pulled Punches During UFC 318
A few weeks removed from the UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 BMF title fight, Max Holloway has been reflecting on his last performance. The Hawaiian fighter made history as the first-ever champ with a successful defense of the BMF belt.
UFC legend’s wife shares powerful message after his final fight
Countless tributes to a recently-retired UFC legend have come out in the last two weeks, with none more meaningful than the one recently shared by the future Hall of Famer’s wife.
Ilia Topuria News / BoxingNews.com / August 2
Topuria Described As ‘Incredible, If Not The Best’
UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis has praised lightweight champion Ilia Topuria. Du Plessis’ comments arrive after Topuria became a two-weight world champion after knocking out Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 to win the vacant lightweight strap.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 2
Will Gane Or Aspinall Handle The Pressure Better?
UFC heavyweight Jailton Almeida says Ciryl Gane may not be fully focused for his UFC 321 title shot against heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. Gane faces off against Aspinall on October 25 for his first title shot since 2023.
Dominick Reyes News / Dice City Sports / August 1
Dominick Reyes Surging Back Into Title Contention
The UFC’s light heavyweight division is heating up again. UFC Perth could be the battleground that launches a new title contender. It’s official Dominick Reyes will face off against Carlos Ulberg in the main event of UFC Perth later this year.
MMA News / FirstSportz / August 1
'Duck is Still Ducking' – Arman Tsarukyan Gets Relentless with Ilia Topuria Disses
The UFC lightweight division has historically been the most competitive one and continues to remain the same. Recently, the division saw the emergence of a new champion after Ilia Topuria lifted the belt by knocking out Charles Oliveira.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 31
UFC Legend Pleads for help from UFC and Dana White
UFC legend B.J. Penn is pleading for help online from the UFC and its CEO Dana White. Penn has hit a brick wall in his life following a slew of arrests of the last few months.
MMA News / Field Level Media / July 31
Conor McGregor loses appeal in civil sexual assault case
Former UFC superstar Conor McGregor lost his appeal of a civil ruling against him in a sexual assault case on Thursday in Ireland. In November 2024, a civil jury found McGregor liable of sexually assaulting a woman in a Dublin hotel room in December 2018.
Lerone Murphy News / Dice City Sports / July 31
Lerone Murphy Demands To Stay Busy
Despite the short notice and high stakes, undefeated featherweight contender Lerone Murphy (16-0-1 MMA, 8-0-1 UFC) has agreed to face promotional newcomer Aaron Pico (13-4 MMA) at UFC 319 on August 16 in Chicago.
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