Kevin Holland refuses Chimaev rematch; Ulberg wants Ankalaev for first defense

Kevin Holland stated he wants to avenge his losses but refuses any proposal to rematch Khamzat Chimaev. Brendan Allen, who claimed he would destroy Chimaev, traveled to his training camp for sparring sessions with results shown on video. Carlos Ulberg declared he wants to face Magomed Ankalaev for his first title defense. Paulo Costa moved up to number seven in the light heavyweight rankings and called out Josh Hokit for a BMF belt fight. Sean O'Malley is struggling with Jiri Prochazka's recent loss, and footage surfaced of a college wrestling match between Bo Nickal and Josh Hokit, showing a much slimmer Hokit from his earlier days.