Holland refuses Chimaev rematch, Ulberg wants Ankalaev title defense

Kevin Holland stated he wants to avenge his losses but explicitly refused a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev. Brendan Allen, who had claimed he would dominate Chimaev, traveled to his training camp for sparring sessions with results shown on video. 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 struggling to cope with Jiri Prochazka's recent loss, and footage emerged of a college wrestling match between Bo Nickal and Josh Hokit showing a much slimmer version of Hokit.