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Israel Adesanya vs. Shara Magomedov headlines UFC Saudi Arabia, Garry vs. Amosov co-headlines
Striker’s delight. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced during the UFC Vegas 124 broadcast that former two-time Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya will return against “Shara Bullet” Shara Magomedov in the five-round main event of UFC Saudi Arabia on Sat., Dec. 5, 2026, inside ANB Arena in Riyadh. The…
Islam Makhachev Accepts Colby Covington’s Challenge for $200K Charity Padel or Wrestling Match
Islam Makhachev could have his first wrestling or padel opponent outside the UFC as he accepts Colby Covington's recent charity challenge.
Ian Machado Garry Takes On Division’s Dark Horse at UFC Saudi Arabia
Ian Machado Garry returns to the Octagon. The top contender in the UFC welterweight division returns at UFC Saudi Arabia on December 5 in Riyadh. In the welterweight division, he takes on Yaroslav Amosov in a five-round co-main event fight.The UFC announced the fight moments ago. BestFightPicks reported the fight…
Israel Adesanya vs. Shara Magomedov, Ian Machado Garry vs. Yaroslav Amosov set for UFC Saudi Arabia
Two big five-round fights are set for UFC Saudi Arabia
Ian Machado Garry vs. Yaroslav Amosov set for UFC Saudi Arabia co-headliner
Yaroslav Amosov will get his chance to break through vs. Ian Machado Garry in the UFC Saudi Arabia co-main event.
UFC Fight Night Cortes-Acosta Vs Walker: Why Sean Brady's Withdrawal Changed The Stakes
UFC Fight Night Cortes-Acosta vs Walker arrives with a very different main event from the one originally planned for Las Vegas. Sean Brady’s October 29 injury withdrawal cancelled his welterweight clash with Gabriel Bonfim. The UFC confirmed the replacement headliner on October 30, pairing heavyweight contenders Waldo…
Carlos Prates Puts Deadline on Islam Makhachev’s UFC Return
According to Carlos Prates, he has set a deadline for when UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev needs to return to the Octagon. Makhachev was supposed to fight Prates at UFC 336 in January, but he chose not to fight on that date. Instead, Prates will now face Michael Morales for the interim UFC welterweight…
Islam Makhachev Says His Mother Against Him Fighting in the UFC
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev revealed that his mother is against him fighting in mixed martial arts.Makhachev is currently on the sidelines, waiting for the winner of the UFC 336 co-main event between Carlos Prates and Michael Morales for the interim UFC welterweight championship. He was supposed to fight…
Uros Medic: Carlos Prates beats 'weight bully' Michael Morales at UFC 336
Uros Medic sees Carlos Prates' momentum continuing at UFC 336.
MMA legends Fedor Emelianenko, Islam Makhachev awarded SAMBO Grandmaster titles
Two of the greatest fighters in mixed martial arts (MMA) history simultaneously received the prestigious SAMBO Grandmaster title this week in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Of course, we’re talking about legendary Russian fighters Fedor Emelianenko and Islam Makhachev. Emelianenko, 50, hasn’t competed in combat sports in over…
Contradicting statements add mystery to Islam Makhachev’s UFC future
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev can't seem to get his story straight.
Stephen Thompson confirms UFC 334 is his retirement fight: 'What better place to have it?'
"Wonderboy," a longtime UFC welterweight contender and two-time title challenger, is preparing to call it a career.
Uros Medic knows to be cautious against 'unorthodox' Kevin Holland at UFC 334
Uros Medic won't underestimate Kevin Holland.
UFC champion reveals mother may have final say in retirement call: ‘I will obey her word’
Islam Makhachev to let mother decide his fighting future
Carlos Prates: Makhachev and Khabib booking fights when they want is not the right way
Carlos Prates accuses Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov of being inactive champions.
Kamaru Usman: 'Ciryl Gane is the most dynamic heavyweight we've ever seen'
Kamaru Usman thinks Ciryl Gane is one of the most unique heavyweights in the sport.
Stephen Thompson Confirms Retirement Following UFC 334
Long-time UFC welterweight veteran Stephen Thompson has confirmed that he will retire from MMA following his next fight at UFC 334.The 43-year-old Thompson, affectionately known by his fighter nickname “Wonderboy,” is currently the oldest fighter on the UFC roster.However, that won’t be for much longer, as he is set…
ONE star Christian Lee confident he would ‘dominate’ Islam Makhachev
Christian Lee defends his title Friday against Tye Ruotolo
Carlos Prates’s Manager Says UFC Upset With Islam Makhachev
The manager of UFC welterweight star Carlos Prates claims that the UFC is upset with Islam Makhachev for withdrawing from UFC 336.Makhachev and Prates were set to headline UFC 336 for the undisputed UFC welterweight title, but Makhachev refused to fight on that date, which led to the creation of an interim title fight…
Beneil Dariush surprised 'really freaking good' Usman Nurmagomedov isn't in UFC already
Beneil Dariush believes Usman Nurmagomedov is destined for UFC greatness.
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Carlos Prates manager: UFC ‘a little upset’ with Islam Makhachev after UFC 336 withdrawal
Islam Makhachev walked back on fighting Carlos Prates at UFC 336
UFC CEO Dana White Stays Consistent After Latest Islam Makhachev Update
Dana White didn't sugarcoat the latest with Islam Makhachev's UFC title.
‘It Backs Up The Division’
Islam Makhachev was expected to defend his UFC welterweight title against Carlos Prates at UFC 336 in January, but ultimately pulled out after verbally agreeing to the main event matchup. This is according to UFC CEO, Dana White, who is disappointed the division will now be held up in light of Makhachev’s absence.…
Dana White: Islam Makhachev Verbally Agreed With Carlos Prates
UFC president Dana White said that UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev had verbally agreed to fight Carlos Prates at UFC 336.Makhachev was supposed to fight Prates in the UFC 336 headliner, but he did not want to fight in January. With Makhachev out of the fight, the UFC called upon Michael Morales to fight…
“I Think It’s Money” – Dana White Weighs In on Islam Makhachev’s UFC 336 Withdrawal
Dana White says he would appreciate if UFC champions would fight atleast twice a year while discussing Islam Makhachev's recent activity.
Dana White deciphers Islam Makhachev's pass on UFC 336
Dana White reacts to Islam Makhachev deciding not to fight at UFC 336.
Dana White on Islam Makhachev: ‘Being the champ, I don’t really expect you to fight 3 times a year, but twice would be nice’
Dana White comments on Islam Makhachev turning down January title defense
Jack Della Maddalena Praises UFC 336 Co-Main Event Matchup
Former UFC welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena praised the matchmaking for the upcoming UFC 336 co-main event.In the UFC 336 co-headliner, Carlos Prates meets Michael Morales for the UFC interim welterweight championship in what should be an amazing fight.While UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev was…
Jack Della Maddalena approves of Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales at UFC 336
Jack Della Maddalena won't chastise UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev for wanting a clear-cut contender to emerge.
“He Chickened Out” – Carlos Prates Mocks Islam Makhachev’s Active Champion Promise After UFC 336 Snub
Islam Makhachev's decision to pull out of negotiations for UFC 336 has sparked plenty of controversy. The Dagestani was slated to defend his welterweight title against Carlos Prates on the January 30 card in Toronto. However, Makhachev backed out, arguing that there were too many contenders in the division and that…
Jack Della Maddalena Turns Down UFC Sydney Offer, Targets April or May 2027 Return
After suffering brutal one-sided losses to Islam Makhachev & Carlos Prates, Jack Della Maddalena does not wish to rush his UFC return.
Uros Medic Has a Surprising Suggestion for Islam Makhachev After Years of UFC Dominance
Uros Medic believes Islam Makhachev has achieved everything in the UFC and needs to call it a day after years of dominance.
‘I Want To Impose My Pace’ – Undefeated Magomed Magomedov Eyes Grand Arrival Against Lucas Gabriel At ONE Fight Night 49
"Muhammad" is ready to steal his opponent's momentum at ONE Fight Night 49.
Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani lays out surprising title timeline after 3-0 UFC start
Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani doesn't see himself becoming a UFC welterweight title contender until the decade rolls over.
Highlights! Watch Raul Rojas Jr. tap trash-talking Colby Covington in 40 seconds (and on super short notice) | Hype Italy
Three days to prepare. Forty-three seconds to finish. Surging Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) star Raul Rosas Jr. made the most of an unexpected opportunity earlier today (Tues., Nov. 3, 2026), submitting former interim UFC Welterweight champion Colby Covington in the main event of Hype Fighting Italy from…
Carlos Prates ‘pretty pissed off’ at Islam Makhachev over change of plans: ‘He chickened out’
Carlos Prates battles Michael Morales for the interim title at UFC 336
Rising UFC welterweight admits he's 'tired of watching Islam Makhachev win'
Why wait? One ranked UFC welterweight wouldn't mind if Islam Makhachev just retired already.
Carlos Prates Says Islam Makhachev ‘Chickened Out’ of UFC Fight
Carlos Prates says that UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev “chickened out” of fighting him at UFC 336.The UFC tried to book Prates against Makhachev in the main event of UFC 336 for the undisputed welterweight title, but Makhachev declined the fight. Instead, the promotion booked Prates against Michael Morales…
Welterweight rankings
UFC.com →- CIslam Makhachev
- 1Ian Machado Garry
- 2Carlos Prates
- 3Michael Morales
- 4Jack Della Maddalena
- 5Gabriel Bonfim
- 6Sean Brady
- 7Belal Muhammad
- 8Leon Edwards
- 9Mike Malott
- 10Kamaru Usman
- 11Yaroslav Amosov
- 12Uroš Medić
- 13Joaquin Buckley
- 14Daniel Rodriguez
- 15Kevin Holland