Holly Holm’s knockout victory over Ronda Rousey at UFC 193
Holly Holm defeated Ronda Rousey via a second-round head kick at Etihad Stadium in Melbourne before a crowd of 75,000. This decisive knockout ended Rousey's 12-fight…
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Strategy for the Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall unification fight
Jon Jones is planning a six-month grappling camp to prepare for a potential unification bout with Tom Aspinall. While Jones manages hip arthritis, Aspinall faces…
Alex Pereira’s path toward heavyweight gold and title status
Alex Pereira faces Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335 on December 12 following a knockout loss to Ciryl Gane. This heavyweight matchup determines the leading contender for the…
Discrepancies in UFC live gate reporting
UFC attendance figures for the 2026 season show significant variance across global venues, ranging from 16,492 fans in Salt Lake City to 20,664 in New York City. These…
The matchmakers and trainers shaping Ilia Topuria’s lightweight title run
Ilia Topuria prepares for his next campaign under physical trainer Jesús Gallo in Miami following a TKO loss to Justin Gaethje. His transition to the 155-pound division…
Jon Jones and the fallout from his failed drug tests
The California State Athletic Commission fined Jon Jones $205,000 and revoked his license following a positive test for the anabolic steroid Turinabol. His history of…
Lightweight title picture clears after a statement finish
A first-round knockout has put the winner first in line for the next lightweight title shot.
Next UFC pay-per-view card takes shape with two title fights
The promotion has confirmed a double-title card for its next major event, with the full undercard to follow.
Welterweight contender makes the case for a title shot
After a dominant decision win, the contender says the championship is the only fight that makes sense.
Fighter pay and health insurance return to the spotlight
Athletes and advocates are renewing calls for improved pay structures and expanded health coverage.
Bantamweight prospects shine on a stacked prelim card
Several bantamweight prospects delivered highlight-reel finishes in the preliminary bouts.
Judging debate reignites after split decisions at the weekend
Two split decisions on the same card have prompted fresh calls for changes to MMA judging criteria.