Holland refuses Chimaev rematch; Allen visits Chimaev's camp for sparring

Kevin Holland stated he wants to avenge his losses but definitively refuses a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev. Brendan Allen, who had previously claimed he would dominate Chimaev, traveled to Chimaev's training camp for sparring sessions, with video footage showing the results. Carlos Ulberg announced he wants to face Magomed Ankalaev in his first title defense. Paulo Costa moved up to seventh in the light heavyweight rankings and called out Josh Hokit for a BMF belt fight. Sean O'Malley is reportedly struggling with Jiri Prochazka's recent loss, while footage emerged of a college wrestling match between Bo Nickal and Josh Hokit when Hokit was considerably leaner.