Holland refuses Chimaev rematch, Allen spars with Chimaev, Costa calls for BMF title

Kevin Holland has stated he wants to avenge his losses but refuses a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev. Brendan Allen, who had claimed he would dominate Chimaev, traveled to Chimaev's camp for sparring sessions with visible results shown on video. Carlos Ulberg announced he wants to face Magomed Ankalaev in his first title defense. Paulo Costa has risen to number seven in the light heavyweight rankings and called out for a BMF belt fight. Sean O'Malley is struggling emotionally with Jiri Prochazka's recent loss. Video surfaced of a college wrestling match between Bo Nickal and Josh Hockett showing a slimmer version of Hockett.