Song Yadong Knocks Out Nurmagomedov in Shanghai Upset
#UFC #MMASong Yadong scored a stunning knockout upset over Umar Nurmagomedov in Shanghai, dropping the former title challenger in Round 2. The 5-1 underdog celebrated his biggest career win, declaring he will become China's first male UFC champion. read more
McGregor Calls 2027 Last Dance Rematch with Holloway
#UFC #McGregorHollowayConor McGregor, 38, called for a 2027 "Last Dance" rematch with Max Holloway after tearing his ACL on the opening kick of their UFC 329 bout. The fight, his final under UFC contract, would occur during International Fight Week in Las Vegas. read more
Former UFC champs ranked by title fight odds
#UFC #MMAFightNewsESPN projects title return chances for eight former UFC champions, including Magomed Ankalaev (88%), Dricus du Plessis (85%), and Zhang Weili (93%). Age, division strength, and upcoming fights influence odds. Kamaru Usman has the lowest chance at 25%. read more
UFC’s Best Half Sets Up Blockbuster 2026
#UFC #MMAFightsUFC wants Joshua Van vs. Manel Kape, Volkanovski vs. Evloev, Dern vs. Zhang, Yan vs. Dvalishvili 3, Aspinall vs. Gane 2, Harrison vs. Nunes, and Topuria vs. Pimblett for an exciting second half of 2026. read more
Gable Steveson Scores First-Round TKO in UFC Debut
#UFC #GableStevesonOlympic gold medalist Gable Steveson dominated Elisha Ellison, earning a first-round TKO at 2:31 in his UFC debut. He landed 41 strikes, needing no takedowns, showcasing potential as a future heavyweight champion. read more
McGregor Claims Greatest Featherweight Title Before UFC Return
#UFC #ConorMcGregorConor McGregor claims he is the UFC's greatest featherweight ever despite never defending the title. Fighting Max Holloway at welterweight on Saturday, he aims to prove his skill surpasses all, citing past wins at 145 pounds. read more
McGregor returns: thin titles, unmatched cultural impact
#ConorMcGregor #UFCConor McGregor returns to UFC after five years, facing Max Holloway at UFC 329. Despite thin championship résumé, his cultural impact is unmatched, driving record PPV sales and earning Forbes' top athlete status through endorsements, not just fights. read more
Poirier Reveals Fathers Alcoholism Led to Arrest
#UFC #MentalHealthEx-UFC star Dustin Poirier attributed his arrest for public drunkenness to his father's alcoholism and retirement struggles. Arrested on Father's Day after drinking at an Atlanta airport, he lost sponsors and faces ongoing fallout from the incident. read more
McGregor admits he got lost in fame before UFC return
#UFC #ConorMcGregorConor McGregor admits he "got lost" in fame after his 2017 Mayweather fight, leading to mistakes. Returning at UFC 329 after five years, the 37-year-old faces Max Holloway, reflecting on self-discovery and overcoming his past struggles. read more
Two more arrested in plot to attack Trump UFC event
#WhiteHousePlot #UFCFederal authorities arrested two more suspects in Missouri and Washington over a planned attack on Trump’s White House UFC event. The plot involved drones, firearms, and encrypted chats. Five were initially detained. The investigation continues. read more
Retired UFC Star Dustin Poirier Arrested for Drunkenness
#UFC #DustinPoirierRetired UFC star Dustin Poirier was arrested for alleged public drunkenness in Georgia. The 37-year-old, who retired last July, posted "I'm working on myself" on Instagram. He was released on bail. read more
Heavyweight Division Still Reeling After Jones Exit
#UFC #HeavyweightDivisionA year after Jon Jones’s retirement, the UFC heavyweight division shows mixed progress. Tom Aspinall’s eye surgery, Ciryl Gane’s interim title win, and Alex Pereira’s move add intrigue, but Jones’s possible return and Aspinall’s uncertain future keep morale fragile. read more
UFC Champion Gaethje Rules Out Topuria Rematch
#UFC #JustinGaethjeJustin Gaethje plans to fight again, dismissing retirement talk after winning UFC lightweight title. He denies Ilia Topuria a rematch, citing Topuria quitting on his stool. Gaethje has no specific next opponent but eyes options like Oliveira or Holloway. read more
Trumps UFC Party Leaves Ellipse a Barren Wasteland
#UFC #WashingtonDCThe Ellipse in DC was reduced to dirt after hosting Trump's UFC viewing party, drawing viral criticism. The National Park Service and ScottsMiracle-Gro will restore the lawn with a $1 million project, while other White House grounds remain damaged. read more
UFC Freedom 250 Leaves Champions in Limbo
#UFC #MMAAfter UFC Freedom 250, Justin Gaethje should retire as lightweight champ after forcing Ilia Topuria's corner to stop the fight. Ciryl Gane needs a Tom Aspinall rematch to unify heavyweight titles. Sean O'Malley vs. Umar Nurmagomedov and Diego Lopes vs. Yair Rodriguez are top matchups. read more
UFC boss Dana White rules out White House rematch
#UFC #DanaWhiteUFC CEO Dana White declared the White House fight night a "one-of-one" event, citing logistics, costs, and headaches. Despite success with merchandise and subscriptions, he vowed "never again" due to challenges and expenses. read more
Topuria Congratulates Gaethje, Vows Rematch Is Not Over
#UFC #JustinGaethjeIlia Topuria congratulated Justin Gaethje after losing the UFC Freedom 250 title fight due to swollen eyes. Topuria vowed to return stronger for a rematch. His team confirmed he was discharged from the hospital and is recovering at home. read more
UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama comment sparks outrage
#UFC #MichelleObamaAfter UFC win at the White House, heavyweight Josh Hokit falsely claimed Michelle Obama is a man, prompting shocked silence. UFC chief Dana White condemned the remarks as "nasty and false." Hokit later stated he doesn't care about being liked. read more
Barron Trump makes rare White House appearance at UFC event
#BarronTrump #UFCBarron Trump made a rare public appearance at the White House for his father's 80th birthday, attending UFC Freedom 250 with family. The 20-year-old NYU student, who helped his dad reach young voters, sat with relatives. read more
Dana White Declares White House UFC a One-Time Event
#UFC #WhiteHouseDana White declared UFC's White House event a massive success but vowed never to repeat it due to high costs and uncontrollable outdoor variables. He estimated 200,000 fans attended, praised the fights, and dismissed critics, calling it a one-time celebration for America's 250th birthday. read more
Gane Stops Pereira, Wins UFC Interim Heavyweight Title
#UFC #HeavyweightChampionCiryl Gane defeated Alex Pereira via second-round TKO to win UFC's interim heavyweight title. Gane dropped Pereira with a jab and finished with elbows, avenging prior losses to top heavyweights. read more
Eric Trump denies AI-faked UFC rigging screenshots
#EricTrump #UFCEric Trump denied fake AI screenshots showing him asking UFC commentator if fights were rigged. The event occurred at the White House on Trump's 80th birthday, amid ongoing corruption allegations. read more
Trump marks 80th birthday with UFC at White House
#TrumpBirthday #UFCTrump marks his 80th birthday with a UFC fight at the White House, costing over $60 million, amid an unpopular Iran war and rising inflation. Dana White ensures the event proceeds despite weather concerns. read more
UFC Fighters Make History on White House Lawn
#UFC #WhiteHouseUFC fighters experience a historic White House fight week with tours, FBI training, and unique preparations. Stars like Ciryl Gane, Justin Gaethje, and Michael Chandler gear up for UFC Freedom 250 on America's 250th birthday. read more
Pereira weighs 251 pounds for historic UFC debut
#UFC #HeavyweightAlex Pereira weighed 251 pounds for his heavyweight debut at UFC Freedom 250, aiming to become the first three-division champion. He faces Ciryl Gane (248 lbs) for the interim title. The historic White House event features record bonuses and all 14 fighters successfully made weight. read more
UFC fans pack Washington for White House fight night
#UFC #TrumpThousands of UFC fans gathered at the Lincoln Memorial and White House for President Trump's 80th birthday and America's 250th anniversary, featuring a fight night that sparked criticism over commercial use of national monuments. read more
UFC sets record bonuses for White House fights
#UFC #WhiteHouseUFC CEO Dana White announced record $400,000 bonuses for best fight and $425,000 for top performances at Sunday's White House event, funded by Crypto.com and World Liberty Financial, doubling previous $300,000 record. read more
UFC to hold first fight card at White House South Lawn
#UFC #WhiteHouseUFC Freedom 250 will host fights on the White House South Lawn this Sunday, featuring a custom-built arena. The unusual venue, requiring months of planning, offers unique views of the capital. Photos capture the build-out from multiple angles. read more
Bud Light sponsors White House UFC fight after boycott
#BudLight #UFCBud Light, once boycotted by MAGA over a transgender influencer partnership, now sponsors a White House UFC fight for Trump's 80th birthday. Other Trump-linked brands, like Polymarket and Paramount Plus, also back the event, sparking a lawsuit alleging corruption. read more
UFC White House Fight Faces Bugs and Lawsuit
#Trump #UFCUFC’s parent company is spending $60M on Trump’s White House cage fights, expecting a $30M loss. The event faces legal challenges, bug swarms, and weather risks. It marks Trump’s 80th birthday amid controversy over using national monuments for private gain. read more
Trump’s $60M UFC Fight Night Faces Lawsuit
#UFC #WhiteHousePresident Trump's $60M UFC fight at the White House, involving seven agencies, faces a lawsuit alleging illegal use of federal parklands for private gain, risking cancellation of the 250th-anniversary event. read more
$60M and 7 Agencies Behind Trumps White House UFC Fight
#WhiteHouse #UFCPresident Trump's $60M UFC fight at the White House requires seven federal agencies and hundreds of staff. The event, part of America's 250th anniversary, faces a lawsuit over National Park Service regulations. read more
UFC construction at Lincoln Memorial sparks visitor outrage
#LincolnMemorial #UFCConstruction for the UFC Freedom 250 press conference at the Lincoln Memorial has tourists fuming over blocked views of the Reflecting Pool, with visitors calling the obstruction “awful” and “disappointing.” read more
White House reverses Trump on UFC arena removal
#UFC #WhiteHouseThe White House says the UFC "Claw" arena on the south lawn will be dismantled "immediately" after Trump's 80th birthday fight, despite the president suggesting it could remain permanently. The event celebrates the nation's 250th anniversary amid legal battles. read more
Gane Shifts Focus to Personal Mission for UFC Title
#UFC #MMAMaturityCiryl Gane matured from a naive, fun-loving fighter to a hardened professional after losses to Ngannou and Jones. Now fighting Pereira for the interim title, he keeps his personal life private, focusing solely on his mission without seeking fan approval. read more