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Sean Strickland reveals final hurdle before ‘fake Frenchman’ Nassourdine Imavov UFC title fight

Sean Strickland reveals final hurdle before ‘fake Frenchman’ Nassourdine Imavov UFC title fight

Sean Strickland beat Khamzat Chimaev to re-claim the UFC title
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Raul Rosas Jr. crashes Top 10 in UFC Vegas 121 rankings update, Ailin Perez climbs to No. 2

Raul Rosas Jr. crashes Top 10 in UFC Vegas 121 rankings update, Ailin Perez climbs to No. 2

The UFC Meta Rankings have been updated following the UFC Vegas 121 MMA event last weekend in Las Vegas and it’s more bad news for Raoni Barcelos. Not only did the bantamweight veteran get hospitalized after a scary knockout loss to Raul Rosas Jr., the Brazilian also coughed up his Top 10 ranking to “El […]
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Joshua Van, Manel Kape hurl insults as UFC heavyweight hilariously interjects

Joshua Van, Manel Kape hurl insults as UFC heavyweight hilariously interjects

When Joshua Van said "titty boi," one UFC heavyweight apparently felt seen.
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Exclusive: Khamzat scored RAF 15 title fight because timid Colby Covington turned down UFC’s most polarizing champion

Exclusive: Khamzat scored RAF 15 title fight because timid Colby Covington turned down UFC’s most polarizing champion

Colby Covington had the opportunity to settle his longstanding rivalry with Sean Strickland on the wrestling mats. Instead, “Chaos” walked away over 10 pounds. Real American Freestyle (RAF) officially announced earlier today that Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Covington for the promotion’s Cruiserweight Crossover championship on Nov. 14, 2026, inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. However, […]
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UFC's Raoni Barcelos discharged from hospital after in-fight health scare

UFC's Raoni Barcelos discharged from hospital after in-fight health scare

Raoni Barcelos is back on his feet after suffering a scary knockout loss at UFC Fight Night 289.
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Khamzat Chimaev vs. Colby Covington is official for RAF Abu Dhabi

Khamzat Chimaev vs. Colby Covington is official for RAF Abu Dhabi

Khamzat Chimaev and Colby Covington will clash in the main event of Real American Freestyle (RAF) Abu Dhabi on Saturday, November 14th. The fight, which was just announced on RAF’s official social media accounts, will be for the RAF Cruiserweight Crossover Championship. It is the culmination of weeks of speculation that the long stewing fight […]
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The Thrill and Agony: UFC Fight Night 289 winner and loser reactions

The Thrill and Agony: UFC Fight Night 289 winner and loser reactions

The thrill of victory and agony of defeat were seen in the aftermath of UFC Fight Night 289 with winning and losing fighter reactions.
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Aaron Pico advises Gable Steveson to step away for a bit and 'block out the noise'

Aaron Pico advises Gable Steveson to step away for a bit and 'block out the noise'

Aaron Pico can relate to Gable Steveson's shocking loss at UFC 331.
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Sean Strickland teases imminent Nassourdine Imavov title fight: ‘We’re almost there’

Sean Strickland teases imminent Nassourdine Imavov title fight: ‘We’re almost there’

Sean Strickland is getting ready to fight again … the UFC just has to reach his financial demands to make it happen. Strickland is coming off a massive win over Khamzat Chimaev that made him a two-time middleweight champion back in May. The fight was also a big financial success for the UFC — Sean […]
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Coach: Francis Ngannou could be 'greatest ever to do it' if he sticks to MMA

Coach: Francis Ngannou could be 'greatest ever to do it' if he sticks to MMA

Eric Nicksick thinks Francis Ngannou has a lot more to give in MMA.
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Video preview: VICE's 'Dark Side of the Cage' tackles the Conor-Khabib rivalry

Video preview: VICE's 'Dark Side of the Cage' tackles the Conor-Khabib rivalry

VICE Studios' acclaimed series "The Dark Side of the Cage" next looks at the most infamous rivalry in MMA history.
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UFC 332: Make predictions for Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong title fight

UFC 332: Make predictions for Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong title fight

We want your predictions for UFC 332 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City.