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40 storiesIlia Topuria's Wish for Justin Gaethje UFC Rematch Gets Unceremonious Shutdown
The former UFC two-division champ was denied a golden opportunity to rewrite a past wrong.
UFC 335: Middleweight super prospects collide on Charles Oliveira vs. Diego Lopes fight card
UFC 335 has added a big fight between two of the promotion’s best up and comers
Conor McGregor: Final UFC fight 'has to be Max Holloway' trilogy
Conor McGregor went on an unhinged rant about Max Holloway at the BKFC Glasgow post-fight press conference.
Video! UFC’s Max Holloway goes nuclear on trash-talking gamer
Max Holloway is one of the most cool, calm, and collected fighters in mixed martial arts (MMA), but when it comes to gaming “Blessed” should not be messed with. It’s no secret that Holloway is one of the most prolific video gamers in combat sports today. Alongside the likes of former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious…
Why Ilia Topuria Won’t Rematch Alexander Volkanovski
Former UFC featherweight champion and lightweight champion Ilia Topuria explained why he won’t rematch Alexander Volkanovski.Topuria knocked out Volkanovski to win the UFC featherweight title back at UFC 298 in February 2024. But while he already beat him once, the Georgian says he has no interest in fighting…
Ilia Topuria grateful brother stopped UFC White House fight: 'I wouldn't be able to fight again'
Ilia Topuria speaks in-depth about his UFC Freedom 250 loss for the first time.
UFC books Vinicius Oliveira vs. Pat Sabatini
The second UFC Fight Night of 2027 will feature a 24-4 vs. 22-5 showdown.
Billy Elekana wants to be UFC's next Charles Oliveira, targets twister
Billy Elekana wants to become the Charles Oliveira of the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s light heavyweight division by building a reputation for submission finishes.
Beneil Dariush surprised 'really freaking good' Usman Nurmagomedov isn't in UFC already
Beneil Dariush believes Usman Nurmagomedov is destined for UFC greatness.
Dana White Hints at Ilia Topuria’s UFC Comeback Date
UFC president Dana White revealed when former UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon.Topuria was last seen at UFC Freedom 250 in June, when he was finished by TKO against Justin Gaethje in one of the biggest upsets in UFC history.It was a rough night for Topuria, who…
Dana White Reacts to Controversial Renato Moicano UFC Standup
UFC president Dana White shared his reaction to the controversial standup in the UFC Vegas 123 headliner between Renato Moicano and Tom Nolan.Veteran MMA referee Dan Miragliotta stood up Moicano and Nolan near the end of the second round despite Moicano having back control, which is considered one of the most dominant…
Dana White reveals Ilia Topuria UFC return timeline
Ilia Topuria has not fought since his UFC Freedom 250 loss in June.
Dan Hooker on rushing into UFC Qatar fight after third straight loss: 'Surely I can beat Brian Ortega'
More than two months after his first-round knockout loss at UFC Paris, Dan Hooker is ready for his next assignment.
Dana White reacts to Renato Moicano’s controversial stand-up at UFC Halloween — ‘Are you trying to win the fight?’
Dana White isn’t rushing to condemn Dan Miragliotta. The veteran referee created a firestorm at UFC Halloween last weekend (Sat., Oct. 31, 2026) when he stood Renato Moicano and Tom Nolan up from the ground during their Lightweight main event inside Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Moicano had Nolan’s back with a body…
Dan Hooker explains how UFC 'f*cked up' the BMF title
Dan Hooker doesn't think the likes of Charles Oliveira should be involved in a BMF title fight.
UFC analyst ponders what fight Justin Gaethje finds most appealing
One UFC analyst believes the competitor in Justin Gaethje is what will guide his decision on who to defend his lightweight title against.
Common opponent predicts Quillan Salkilld vs. Benoit Saint Denis at UFC Sydney
Beneil Dariush has fought both UFC Sydney headliners, and he sees one of them as "championship material."
Beneil Dariush done fighting unless UFC offers 'something special'
Is Beneil Dariush the next great MMA coach? That's his priority over stepping back into the UFC cage himself.
Dan Hooker Says Charles Oliveira Ruined UFC BMF Belt
UFC lightweight Dan Hooker says that Charles Oliveira ruined the UFC BMF belt based on how he fought Max Holloway at UFC 326.The BMF title fights in the past have mostly been stand-up-based fights that saw both fighters standing and banging for the fans’ excitement. But in the Oliveira vs. Holloway fight, Oliveira…
Tye Ruotolo predicts early submission of Christian Lee in One title fight
Tye Ruotolo believes his upcoming challenge for Christian Lee’s One Championship lightweight title could end within two rounds.
Ilia Topuria Teases Long-Awaited UFC Comeback
Former UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria has teased his long-awaited comeback to the Octagon after nearly six months away.Topuria has not fought since UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, when he lost his UFC lightweight title in a TKO loss to Justin Gaethje on the White House lawn.Now, nearly six months after losing his…
Benoit Saint Denis vs. Quillan Salkilld odds: ‘God of War’ sizable betting underdog for Sydney showdown
It’s not Madison Square Garden, but Quillan Salkilld will still get the chance to defend his ranking against lightweight “God of War” Benoit Saint Denis atop the UFC Sydney fight card on Feb. 6 in Australia. The once-beaten Salkilld (13-1) is riding a 13-fight win streak, which includes his submission victory over…
Renato Moicano 'shocked' by Dan Miragliotta's controversial UFC Vegas 123 stand-up: 'What the f*** is going on?'
Moicano was just as baffled as you were by Miragliotta's bizarre — and fight-changing — decision at UFC Vegas 123.
UFC Reportedly Targeting Another January 2027 Event With Major First Fight News
Featherweights Vinicius Oliveira and Pat Sabatini will reportedly meet at a UFC Fightt Night on January 23.
Tom Nolan boots Renato Moicano from Top 10 in latest UFC rankings update, Jacobe Smith cracks Top 15
Tom Nolan went from up-and-coming prospect to bona fide title contender by smashing Renato Carneiro atop the UFC Halloween fight card last weekend in Las Vegas. “Big Train” jumped from No. 12 to No. 7 in the official lightweight rankings update, while “Moicano” fell six spots from No. 8 to No. 14. In the welterweight…
Dustin Poirier makes prediction for 'brute' Benoit Saint Denis vs. Quillan Salkilld
Dustin Poirier still has questions about former opponent Benoit Saint Denis' skillset before the UFC Sydney main event vs. Quillan Salkilld.
Daniel Cormier: Dan Miragliotta deserves 'a penalty' for UFC Vegas 123 blunder
Daniel Cormier didn't sugarcoat his thoughts on Dan Miragliotta's referee controversy in the Tom Nolan-Renato Moicano fight.
‘Big’ John McCarthy reveals truth about UFC referee pay
Bad mixed martial arts (MMA) refereeing is back in the spotlight once again after a bad call from Dan Miragliotta may have cost Renato Moicano his main event fight at last weekend’s UFC Halloween show. Moicano was using his superior grappling skills to dominate Tom Nolan on the ground, taking Nolan’s back in the…
Moicano Reveals UFC Career Coming To An End After Halloween Loss
Renato Moicano doesn’t seem completely bothered by the egregious referee work that cost him his main event clash against Tom Nolan at UFC Halloween, but that’s probably because “Money” is almost done with mixed martial arts (MMA) as a whole. In case you were too busy trick-or-treating, Moicano headlined UFC’s…
Joe Rogan Reacts to Sketchy Standup by Referee Dan Miragliotta
UFC commentator Joe Rogan shared his reaction to the sketchy standup by referee Dan Miragliotta at UFC Vegas 123.Miragliotta stood up Renato Moicano despite having a body triangle and back control against Tom Nolan in the UFC Vegas 123 main event this past Saturday. Despite dominating the fight on the ground, Moicano…
John McCarthy: Dan Miragliotta got Renato Moicano call wrong at UFC Vegas 123 — 'It's not fair'
"Big" John McCarthy doesn't agree with Dan Miragliotta's controversial and fight-changing stand-up from UFC Vegas 123 on Saturday.
John McCarthy: Controversial Standup ‘Unfair’ to Renato Moicano
Legendary MMA referee “Big” John McCarthy said the controversial standup in the UFC Vegas 123 main event was “unfair” to Renato Moicano.In the UFC Vegas 123 headliner, Moicano had back control with a body triangle on Tom Nolan in the second round, yet referee Dan Miragliotta stood the fighters up, which led to Moicano…
UFC releases official poster for UFC 335, Charles Oliveira vs. Diego Lopes BMF title fight
UFC just released its official fight poster for UFC 335
Tye Ruotolo gets MMA title shot in third fight against Christian Lee
One Championship has finalized the five-fight lineup for “The Inner Circle 37,” headlined by a lightweight mixed martial arts title bout between Christian Lee and Tye Ruotolo on Nov. 6 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.
John McCarthy: Dan Miragliotta gave Tom Nolan unfair advantage vs. Renato Moicano
"(Dan Miragliotta) gave a great advantage to Tom Nolan ... People can look at it and say you were unfair, and they're right."
Arman Tsarukyan Sends Harsh Warning to Alexander Volkanovski
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan sent a harsh warning to Alexander Volkanovski ahead of a potential fight between the two. After knocking out Movsar Evloev at UFC 333 to defend the UFC featherweight title, Volkanovski has made it clear that he wants to move up to the lightweight division and chase a second…
Renato Moicano has a blunt message for referee Dan Miragliotta
Renato “Money” Moicano takes responsibility for his recent loss but has some choice words for referee Dan Miragliotta.
Renato Moicano Has Strong Words for Referee Dan Miragliotta
UFC lightweight veteran Dan Miragliotta had strong words for referee Dan Miragliotta following his TKO loss to Tom Nolan at UFC Vegas 123.Although Moicano was dominating the fight on the ground and had back control, Miragliotta stood the fighters up, and Nolan came back to knock Moicano out.Many in the MMA community…
Tom Nolan Calls Out Mateusz Gamrot After UFC Vegas 123 Win
UFC lightweight contender Tom Nolan called out Mateusz Gamrot following his knockout win over Renato Moicano at UFC Vegas 123.Nolan knocked Moicano out for his sixth straight win inside the Octagon, one that will move him into the elite of the UFC lightweight division.Now, for his next fight, he already has a callout…
Lightweight rankings
UFC.com →- CJustin Gaethje
- 1Ilia Topuria
- 2Arman Tsarukyan
- 3Charles Oliveira
- 4Max Holloway
- 5Paddy Pimblett
- 6Benoît Saint Denis
- 7Quillan Salkilld
- 8Mauricio Ruffy
- 9Salahdine Parnasse
- 10Mateusz Gamrot
- 11Rafael Fiziev
- 12Renato Moicano
- 13Tom Nolan
- 14Dan Hooker
- 15Beneil Dariush