UFC 336 headed to Toronto on January 30
The UFC is bringing UFC 336 to Toronto, Canada, on January 30. The location for the event has been set for the Canadian city.
Makhachev to Defend Welterweight Title Against Prates at UFC 336 on January 16
🚨BREAKING: Islam Makhachev will defend his Welterweight Title against Carlos Prates in a main event at UFC 336 on January 16th.
Location is still undisclosed but I’m hearing it will be in Las Vegas, announcement will be made in November or possibly at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.
Both fighters will be starting their official camps in the coming days with Prates already working on his takedown defence and Jiu-Jitsu since July.
Plinio Cruz, Alex Pereira's Longtime Coach, Returns to Compete at Misfits Boxing Tomorrow
Plinio Cruz, best known as Alex Pereira’s longtime coach, translator, and close friend, is stepping into the ring tomorrow at Misfits Boxing.
After losing around 30 kg (66 lbs), the 40-year-old is ready to compete again for the first time since 2019.
But Cruz is no stranger to fighting. A former professional MMA fighter with an 8-9 record, he competed in organizations such as Bellator and M-1 Global and holds black belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and judo.
Originally scheduled to face Misfits heavyweight champion Chase DeMoor, Cruz will now take on his coach, Gary Olive, following DeMoor’s withdrawal.
After years of standing in Pereira’s corner, it’s finally his turn to step into the spotlight.
Can Plinio make a successful comeback?
Dana White disputes Sean Strickland's claims about his UFC earnings and contract
Dana White has fired back at Sean Strickland over his complaints about his UFC contract, claiming that the number Sean says he made simply isn’t true. 👀
Dana pointed out that Sean signed a new deal in May and pushed back on his reported earnings, saying, “The number that he claimed he made isn’t true.” 💰
WHO DO YOU BELIEVE HERE: SEAN STRICKLAND OR DANA WHITE? 🤔
#ufc #mma #danawhite #seanstrickland #usa
Niko Price removed from UFC roster
Niko Price has been removed from the UFC roster. The removal signals that the welterweight is no longer under contract with the promotion.
Luis Francischinelli finishes opponent with Round 1 TKO at Dana White's Contender Series
Luis Francischinelli secured a first-round TKO victory at Dana White's Contender Series. The finish came live on the Paramount+ broadcast.
GSP Says He's "Gifted" After Sex Therapist Discusses Average Penis Size on Podcast
Sex therapist Dr. Laurie Betito joined GSP on his podcast and explained why most women consider average size more than enough. She pointed out that technique, what a man does with his hands and mouth, erotic play, connection and intimacy matter more than penis size. 🍆
When Dr. Betito revealed that the average erect penis is around 5.2 inches, GSP immediately started doing the maths in his head. She noticed, he admitted it, and then came the declaration: “I am like, yes. I am gifted.” 😂
DID YOU DO THE MATHS IN YOUR HEAD TOO? 🤣
#ufc #mma #georgesstpierre #funny #sextherapy
Smilla Sundell Wins Dana White's Contender Series Bout by Unanimous Decision
Smilla Sundell took a unanimous decision victory on Dana White's Contender Series. The result was announced as the card concluded.
Several Top UFC Fighters Remain Sidelined in 2026 With Less Than Three Months Left
We’re nearly at the end of 2026, and some of the biggest names in the UFC are still nowhere to be found.
Whether it’s injuries, contract disputes, personal reasons, or simply a lack of bookings, these fighters have yet to make an appearance inside the Octagon this year.
With less than three months left in 2026, the clock is ticking for these fighters to make their return.
Who are you most surprised hasn’t fought this year, and who do you think we’ll see back first
#ufc #mma #michaelmorales #leonedwards #yairrodriguez
Conor McGregor Recalls Debut Knockout of Gary Morris at Cage of Truth 2 in 2008
Conor McGregor is the Crumlin-born striker whose first professional knockout came at just 19 in Dublin. On March 9, 2008, at Cage of Truth 2,
the former plumbing apprentice met Gary Morris in his professional mixed martial arts debut at lightweight and ended it in round two, unloading devastating hooks on the feet until the referee waved it off. Boxing since age 12 at Crumlin Boxing Club, McGregor brought explosive hand speed that produced 11 knockouts before he reached the UFC. That ruthless left hand later made him the UFC’s first simultaneous two-division champion, and in 2026, after a knee injury cut short his UFC 329 return, his phenomenal rise still traces back to this fight.
#ufc #mma #conormcgregor #vintage #knockout
Alex Pereira claims UFC used influencers to sell Gane vs. Hokit
Alex Pereira says the UFC was told by the promotion that a poll had settled on Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit for the heavyweight title at UFC 334 on Nov. 14, despite his own push for a Gane rematch. He claims the promotion leaned on high-engagement figures such as Daniel Cormier to talk up the fight ahead of the announcement, saying it was all kind of manipulated. Pereira co-headlines UFC 335 against Sergei Pavlovich, while Tom Aspinall remains sidelined with an eye injury.
Abdi Iniestra Knocks Out Anthony Ramirez With Last-Second Reverse Elbow
Undefeated 21-year-old flyweight prospect Abdi Iniestra finished Anthony Ramirez with a reverse elbow knockout at Lux Fight League 63 in Queretaro, Mexico. The strike landed flush on the jaw with three seconds left in the fight, in the style of Yair Rodriguez's famous Pantera Elbow finish of The Korean Zombie.
Ranking the UFC's best pure boxers across every division ahead of UFC 333
Sorry for the break everyone, but we back and ready to take over.
With UFC 333 coming up, I wanted to take a look at who I believe are the best pure boxers in every division.
From sharp counterpunchers to fighters with some of the cleanest combinations in the sport, these guys have separated themselves with their skills on the feet.
Swipe through to see who made the list, and let me know who you agree with, who I missed, and who you think is the best boxer in the UFC.
#ufc #mma #alexandervolkanovski #petryan #iliatopuria
Undefeated Farid Basharat removed from UFC roster after fulfilling contract
Top-ranked bantamweight Farid Basharat has been removed from the UFC roster after completing his contract. The 29-year-old, 16-0 overall, finished his deal with a July win over John Garza and was not offered a new contract. Basharat went 7-0 in the UFC after earning his deal on Dana White's Contender Series in 2022, reaching the top 10 of the bantamweight rankings with wins over Jean Matsumoto, Chris Gutierrez and Taylor Lapilus. Having fought out his contract, he is free to sign with any promotion, though the UFC could re-sign him in future; his older brother Javid Basharat was also released earlier and has since joined the PFL.
Paddy Pimblett Says He Won't Fight in January Again, Eyes a March or April Return
🗣️ "It looks like Arman is fighting Justin. Then there are only Ilia and Max ranked above me. I think Max is waiting for Conor. So it's only Ilia left... I am never fighting in January again. It'll be March or April."
When Paddy fought Justin Gaethje at UFC 324, cutting weight through Christmas and his January 3rd birthday completely ruined his holidays. Now, he refuses to sacrifice holiday feasts again he plans to enjoy December, start fight camp in January, and return fresh in the spring. 🎄
Jon Jones: 'More Than Likely' Won't Fight Again, Still in Testing Pool
Jon Jones said he will more than likely not fight again, but confirmed he is still being drug tested and is leaving doors open for the future. The 39-year-old has been tested four times in 2026, according to the UFC's drug-testing records. Jones' last fight was his UFC 309 defense of the heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic, and he retired in June 2025 before later signalling a possible return tied to the UFC White House event, from which he was ultimately left off.
Conor McGregor Joins TikTok and Debuts With Goat Mascot Named "Goatiana
Conor McGregor has officially joined TikTok, and his first video features a very special guest: his “little sister,” Goatiana. 🐐
“Goats recognize goats,” Conor declared while introducing the internet to his new TikTok era. 💃
Via @thenotoriousmma
#ufc #mma #conormcgregor #ufcnews #thenotoriousmma
Evloev Gets Title Shot at UFC 333 as Featherweight Champion Odds Sit at 49% for Year-End
The featherweight lineage 👑
Now Evloev gets his shot at UFC 333 to add his name to this prestigious list of champions
@kalshi has Evloev at a 49% chance to be the champion by the end of the year. 👀 #kalshipartner
Who do you got? Comment 👇
Julianna Peña books RAF match for first action since UFC title loss
Julianna Peña has booked a match with RAF, her first action since losing her UFC title. No further details of the matchup were provided.
Chris Leben to face Yoshihiro Akiyama in Black Combat rematch on Nov. 21
Chris Leben is returning to MMA to rematch Yoshihiro Akiyama on November 21 at the Gocheok Sky Dome in South Korea, promotion Black Combat announced. The bout will be Akiyama's retirement fight, and it comes 13 years after Leben's final UFC appearance, a loss to Uriah Hall. The pair first met at UFC 116 in 2010, a Fight of the Night winner at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Leben has since worked as a judge, and he embraced the villain role by saying he loves being the bad guy.
Jon Jones Calls Skipping the UFC White House Card One of His Biggest Regrets
Jon Jones admits that skipping the historic UFC White House card is one of the single biggest regrets of his life:
“That’s one of the few nights in my career when I should’ve been there. I usually don’t regret decisions, but that was one of my biggest regrets in life, not being part of the White House card. But if I never fight again, I think I’m pretty damn happy.”
Via: (@theschmo312)
Joe Thurrott knocks out Ricky Miller in round one at LFA 243
Middleweight prospect Joe Thurrott stopped Ricky Miller with punches in the first round of LFA 243 in Santa Cruz, California, finishing with a left hook that folded Miller. It was Thurrott's ninth professional appearance, and the former San Francisco Combat amateur champion and Valley Fight Series titleholder is looking to climb through a UFC feeder promotion. Cris Cyborg praised the finish, saying Thurrott is fun to watch.
Diego Lopes to challenge Charles Oliveira for BMF belt at UFC 335
Diego Lopes will challenge Charles Oliveira for the BMF title on Dec. 12, headlining UFC's final numbered card of the year in Las Vegas. Oliveira won the belt in March with a dominant performance against Max Holloway. Lopes said he hopes Oliveira comes in looking for a war, adding: "Let's see who goes down first."
Merab Dvalishvili Drops Nina Drama on the Mat During Training Session Demo
Merab Dvalishvili was teaching Nina Drama how to slip punches and pick up an opponent when things took an unexpected turn. 💀
Merab picked her up and dropped her straight onto the mat, despite Nina repeatedly telling him, “Don’t drop me!” 😭
Via @ninamariedaniele
#ufc #mma #ninadrama #merabdvalishvili #mmaonline
Carlos Prates Calls Out Islam Makhachev in Video, Declaring Himself Wrestling's Worst Nightmare
🚨 Carlos Prates, seemingly drunk, called out Islam Makhachev in a video, declaring himself wrestling's worst nightmare.
Eric Albarracin joined in with the hype:
"He smokes American cigarettes. He drinks Irish whiskey. He breaks women's hearts. And he's coming to dethrone the pound-for-pound king. Wrestling's worst nightmare." 💀
Via @thenightmare_170
Prates vs. Makhachev: Who walks away with the win? 👀
#ufc #mma #carlosprates #islammakhachev #mmaonline
Mikey Musumeci vacates UFC BJJ bantamweight title to focus on MMA
Mikey Musumeci has vacated the UFC BJJ bantamweight title to prioritize his training for a potential move to mixed martial arts. The 30-year-old won four title matches in UFC BJJ, all by submission, before beating UFC bantamweight Bryce Mitchell by decision in September. Musumeci plans to keep taking UFC BJJ grappling superfights without defending a belt. The vacant title will be contested in the main event of UFC BJJ 13 on Oct. 29, when Jalen Fonacier faces Kleber Barboza.
Michael Page signs multi-fight deal with Misfits Boxing after UFC exit
Michael Page has signed a multi-fight deal with Misfits Boxing, announced this past Saturday, after the UFC chose not to re-sign him following his decision win over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris in September. Page finished his UFC run 5-1, with his lone loss coming to Ian Machado Garry at UFC 303 in June 2024. The 39-year-old said he feels "free of the shackles" and welcomes the creative freedom over his walkouts and entrances that he says he was not allowed in the UFC. Page said the deal came together quickly and was not confirmed until days before the announcement.
Fighter suffers knee injury after training partner falls onto his planted leg during wrestling drill
Gym injuries are one of mixed martial arts’ most brutal realities, and this wrestling accident shows how fast it happens.
During a live scramble, a training partner loses balance and lands directly on a fighter’s planted knee, twisting the joint in a split second and leaving him in agony on the mat. Moments like this are why camps balance relentless, explosive drilling with phenomenal attention to safety, because one awkward fall can derail a career. Tony Ferguson famously tore a knee ligament tripping over a cable days before UFC 223 in 2018, and Jon Jones withdrew from a heavyweight title fight after a devastating pectoral tear in training. In 2026, keeping fighters healthy remains a huge challenge.
#ufc #mma #injury #wreslting #reels
Remembering Anthony "Rumble" Johnson, the Light Heavyweight Knockout Force Who Died in 2022
Anthony Johnson is the light heavyweight knockout artist whose pad work still sounds like gunfire.
Nicknamed Rumble, the Georgia native hit mitts with devastating force, every explosive right hand cracking loud enough to turn heads across the gym. That power made him one of mixed martial arts’ most ruthless finishers, starching Glover Teixeira in 13 seconds at UFC 202 and stopping Alexander Gustafsson in Sweden on his way to two light heavyweight title shots against Daniel Cormier. Johnson passed away in 2022, but in 2026, fans still celebrate the relentless, smiling powerhouse as one of combat sports’ true fan favorites.
#ufc #mma #anthonyjohnson #rumblejohnson
Masvidal Says Prime Aldo Would Beat Nurmagomedov, Makhachev and Jones Regardless of Weight
Speaking about pound-for-pound greats, the former BMF champion claimed that prime José Aldo would beat Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev, and Jon Jones if weight classes didn't exist.
🗣️ "The only guy I would send in there who could represent strikers would be Aldo. He would probably beat them all."
Masvidal’s reasoning comes down to Aldo’s legendary takedown defense. Throughout his prime, the "King of Rio" shut down elite collegiate and freestyle wrestlers like Chad Mendes and Frankie Edgar with over 90% defensive wrestling efficiency, punishing them with leg kicks and knees.
Referee Marc Goddard Deducts Point From CLD for Eye Poke in UFC Fight Against Allen
NO MORE EYE POKES. 👏👀
Veteran MMA referee Marc Goddard is showing how UFC eye pokes should be handled.
During the fight between CLD and Allen, Goddard deducted a point after an eye poke without issuing a second warning. He had already warned CLD at the start of the round about keeping his fingers dangerously close to Allen’s eyes.
Eye pokes can change the outcome of a fight, compromise fighter safety, and unfairly impact the opponent. Consistent officiating and meaningful consequences are essential to protecting fighters inside the Octagon.
Marc Goddard sent a clear message: keep your fingers out of your opponent’s eyes. 👏🔥
Should more UFC referees take this approach to eye pokes?
#MarcGoddard #UFCRules #UFC #MMA #CombatSports
Josh Hokit Training Hard Ahead of UFC 334 Title Fight Against Heavyweight Champion
Josh Hokit is putting in the work ahead of his UFC 334 title fight. 🥊
CAN HOKIT ACTUALLY PULL OFF THE UPSET AND BECOME UFC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION? 👀
#joshhokit #ufc #mma #ufc334 #usa
Buckley and Malott Headline UFC Edmonton Card at Rogers Place This Saturday, October 17
🇨🇦 IT’S UFC EDMONTON FIGHT WEEK! 🔥
The Octagon returns to Canada this Saturday, October 17, with Joaquin Buckley taking on hometown favorite Mike Malott in a huge welterweight main event!
Erin Blanchfield and Jasmine Jasudavicius collide in the co-main event, while a stacked lineup of Canadian fighters looks to put on a show in front of the home crowd at Rogers Place! 🍁
Who are you most excited to watch this weekend? 👀
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#ufc #mma #fight #canada #edmonton
Jiri Prochazka Jokes About Turning Down Women in Social Media Video
Jiri Prochazka rode past a group of women and captioned the video, “not today ladies 😭🥀"
NOT TODAY?! BRO, WHY DOES IT SOUND LIKE YOU’RE JUST RESCHEDULING? 💀
Man’s talking like he’s fully booked today but might have a free slot tomorrow. 😂
Via @jirkaprochazka
What does Jiri mean by “not today”? 👀
#ufc #mma #jiriprochazka #mmafunny #funnymma
Brendan Allen Chokes Out Duncan in Round 5 at Vegas 122
Brendan Allen defeated Christian Leroy Duncan by fifth-round rear-naked-choke submission in the UFC Vegas 122 main event on October 10, 2026. The finish came at 2:46 of the final round after a competitive middleweight contest. Allen’s victory strengthens his position in the division and gives him a clear platform for a higher-profile matchup. Duncan suffered his first reported UFC main-event defeat in this bout. Allen called out Dricus du Plessis after the win, but the promotion had not announced his next opponent at the time of publication.
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