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asiaone.comUFC President Says Rematch Between Chimaev and Strickland Remains Undecided
UFC president Dana White stated that no decision has been made on a potential rematch between middleweight fighters Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland after Strickland's split-decision win at UFC 328.
yardbarker.comVolkanovski Says Topuria Would Knock Out Gaethje
Former UFC champion Alexander Volkanovski said Ilia Topuria's speed and power could end the upcoming lightweight title fight against Justin Gaethje early. The bout is scheduled for the White House card.
indianexpress.comDustin Poirier Says McGregor Rematch Could End His Retirement
Dustin Poirier stated he would return from retirement for another fight against Conor McGregor if the UFC offered it. McGregor is scheduled to face Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11.
yardbarker.comUFC President Dana White Featured on Time Magazine Cover
UFC president Dana White appears on the cover of Time magazine. The profile covers the promotion's planned event on the South Lawn and White's comments on his role.
sportsnet.caUFC Octagon Construction Begins on White House South Lawn
Crews started building an octagon cage on the White House South Lawn for a June 14 UFC event. The card marks the nation’s 250th anniversary and coincides with President Trump’s birthday.
rnz.co.nzCommentary questions assumptions about boxing superiority over other combat sports
A social media post argues that boxers hold an unfounded sense of superiority. It cites several crossover bouts where non-boxers performed competitively against established boxers.
nypost.comFormer NBA players compete in MMA bout at Brand Risk 14
Lance Stephenson submitted Michael Beasley via rear-naked choke in the first round of an MMA fight held Saturday night. The event was organized by influencer Adin Ross.
nypost.comJohnny Manziel wins amateur MMA debut against Bob Menery in 2:15
Former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel defeated social media influencer Bob Menery by TKO in the first round of an amateur MMA bout at Brand Risk 14 on May 23, 2026. The fight took place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
ForbesRonda Rousey Defeats Gina Carano by Armbar in 17 Seconds
Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano via armbar 17 seconds into the first round at MVP MMA 1 on Saturday. Several current and former fighters posted emoji reactions on social media after the bout.
yardbarker.comConor McGregor to Face Max Holloway in Welterweight Bout at UFC 329
Conor McGregor will return to the UFC octagon on July 11 after a five-year absence. He faces former champion Max Holloway in a nontitle welterweight main event at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
nypost.comMike Perry Defeats Nate Diaz by TKO in Two-Round Welterweight Fight
Mike Perry defeated Nate Diaz by technical knockout in the second round of a welterweight bout on May 16, 2026. The fight served as the undercard to Ronda Rousey's 17-second victory over Gina Carano at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
forbes.comMike Perry Defeats Nate Diaz by TKO at MVP MMA 1
Mike Perry defeated Nate Diaz by TKO after the second round at MVP MMA 1 on May 16, 2026. The bout took place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, and served as the co-main event on the card.
foxnews.comGiants Quarterback and Running Back Attend UFC 328 in Newark
The New York Giants' young quarterback and running back attended UFC 328 at the Prudential Center in Newark on May 9, 2026. The pair were shown on camera performing a light headbutt, repeating a gesture they had used during the previous NFL season. The event featured a middleweig…
VarietyUFC 328: Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland Middleweight Title Fight Set for May 9 as Matt Damon Hosts SNL
Matt Damon returns to host Saturday Night Live on May 9, 2026, with Noah Kahan as musical guest for his second appearance. The same night, Khamzat Chimaev puts his UFC middleweight championship on the line against Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 at Prudential Center…
yardbarker.comUFC 328 Features Chimaev vs Strickland and Van vs Taira Title Fights in Newark
UFC 328 is set for this weekend in Newark, New Jersey, with middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev facing Sean Strickland in the main event. Flyweight champion Joshua Van will defend his title against Tatsuro Taira in the co-main event. The event includes prelims and a main card w…