Kevin Holland refuses Khamzat Chimaev rematch; Brendan Allen visits camp

Kevin Holland stated he is always interested in avenging his losses but made an emphatic exception for Khamzat Chimaev, bluntly refusing any rematch offer. Meanwhile, Brendan Allen, who had previously claimed he would dominate Chimaev in a fight, traveled to Chimaev's training camp for sparring sessions. Carlos Ulberg announced he wants Magomed Ankalaev as his first title defense opponent. Paulo Costa rose to seventh in the light heavyweight rankings and called out Josh Howitt for a BMF title fight. Sean O'Malley is reportedly struggling with Jiri Prochazka's recent loss. Video also surfaced of a past collegiate wrestling match between Bo Nickal and Josh Howitt, showing Howitt in significantly lighter shape than his current heavyweight frame.