This summer, UFC fans are in for an electrifying treat as former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling steps into the octagon against veteran Brian Ortega in a highly anticipated featherweight showdown. Scheduled to take place on August 23 in the bustling city of Shanghai, this fight represents a critical juncture in both fighters’ careers. With Sterling’s
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Jon Jones, often hailed as the greatest mixed martial artist in history, has recently made headlines with his announcement of retirement, a moment far less climactic than many anticipated. The backdrop for this decision unfolded at a post-fight press conference delivered by UFC CEO Dana White in Baku, Azerbaijan—where White’s demeanor showcased palpable disappointment. This
In a profound turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the mixed martial arts community, Jon Jones, often hailed as the greatest fighter in UFC history, has officially announced his retirement at the age of 37. The announcement came from UFC CEO Dana White during a press conference in Azerbaijan, a move that many
This Saturday, fans of mixed martial arts will witness a seismic clash in the UFC’s light heavyweight division as former champion Jamahal Hill squares off against the formidable Khalil Rountree Jr. in what promises to be an electrifying main event at UFC Fight Night in Baku, Azerbaijan. Airing at 3 p.m. ET across ABC and
This week in mixed martial arts (MMA) promises an electrifying showdown, with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and the Professional Fighters League (PFL) creating a buzz that’s hard to ignore. Set against the captivating backdrop of Baku, Azerbaijan, UFC Fight Night on Saturday features a compelling main event: light heavyweight contenders Jamahal Hill and Khalil
Aaron Pico, a name that has resonated throughout the mixed martial arts (MMA) landscape, prepares to step into the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) arena for the first time on July 26, where he will confront the formidable Movsar Evloev. This featherweight clash at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi holds significant implications not only for
Ben Askren, a stalwart figure in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) and collegiate wrestling, is facing one of his toughest bouts yet—not inside the octagon, but within the confines of a hospital room. The 40-year-old athlete is currently battling severe pneumonia in Wisconsin and is being evaluated for a possible lung transplant, a
When Kamaru Usman faces off against Joaquin Buckley this week at UFC Fight Night, the match is loaded with significance beyond just the statistics on their fight records. Buckley, the 31-year-old rising star, symbolically represents the “new gen” of fighters who are clamoring for their moment in the spotlight, while Usman, aged 38, finds himself
In an electrifying showdown at UFC 316 held in Newark, New Jersey, Kayla Harrison emphatically cemented her status as the new UFC women’s bantamweight champion. With sheer determination and her grappling prowess, she submitted Julianna Peña in the dying moments of Round 2, showcasing not only her technical skills but her unyielding spirit. This fight
The octagon is buzzing with excitement at the prospect of Amanda Nunes making her much-anticipated return to mixed martial arts (MMA). Known as the most dominant women’s fighter in UFC history, Nunes (23-5) has officially announced that she is coming out of retirement to challenge the victor of the upcoming bantamweight title fight between Julianna
The resurgence of Sean O’Malley in the UFC men’s bantamweight division culminates in an electrifying showdown this Saturday, as he faces off against champion Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316. As both athletes enter the octagon with their eyes fixed on glory, the stakes have never been higher. O’Malley, once the titleholder from August 2023 until
In the chaotic world of mixed martial arts, where strength and resilience are paramount, few things can undermine a fighter’s spirit like an unanticipated medical emergency. That’s exactly what happened to Maycee Barber, a formidable contender in the UFC flyweight division, who found herself unable to compete just minutes before her scheduled bout against Erin