Jones announces retirement, Costa targets Russian fighters, Merab plans two more 2026 bouts

Jon Jones has declared his fighting career over, stating he has hung up his gloves and is now solely focused on business pursuits. Paulo Costa has shifted his stance, now expressing hatred for Russian fighters and vowing to defeat multiple Russian opponents including Khamzat Chimaev. Footage emerged of Costa struggling to make 93 kg, a significant jump from his previous 84 kg weight class. Merab Dvalishvili plans to fight twice more in 2026 despite his broken nose. Johnny Walker presented a surprise gift to Jiri Prochazka related to the upcoming birth of Prochazka's daughter. Josh Hawkit was caught on camera immediately dropping his persona after filming ended and apologizing for his antics.