Heavyweight title contender Cheick Kongo will continue to compete under the Bellator MMA banner for the foreseeable future.
UFC 249 Fighters to Undergo COVID-19 Testing Prior to Saturday’s Event
While the Ultimate Fighting Championship last week outlined new protocol in place — including a battery of medical tests — ahead of UFC 249, whether or not those screenings included coronavirus testing was initially unclear.
Matt Brown to Face Miguel Baeza at UFC Fight Night 172 on May 16
The lineup for UFC Fight Night 172 continues to grow, as Matt Brown will square off against Miguel Baeza in a welterweight duel on May 16.
Emmanuel Sanchez Willing to Fight Twice in One Night to Expedite Bellator Grand Prix
Emmanuel Sanchez was on the verge of facing Daniel Weichel in the quarterfinals of the Bellator featherweight grand prix when the coronavirus pandemic changed everything.
Tyron Woodley to Appear on NBC’s Physical Competition Show ‘The Titan Games’
It looks like Tyron Woodley will have a full slate this month.
Justin Gaethje Says He Wouldn’t Have Taken Short Notice Fight vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Justin Gaethje did something out of character when he accepted a short-notice fight against Tony Ferguson at UFC 249.
Kevin Lee Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery, Vows to Come Back ’10 Times’ Stronger
The surgery to repair a torn ACL in Kevin Lee’s left knee was apparently a success.
Association of Ringside Physicians Changes Stance on Combat Sports Events
The Association of Ringside Physicians has relaxed its stance regarding the staging of combat sports events during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Light Heavyweights Klidson Abreu, Jamahal Hill to Meet at UFC Event on May 23
A light heavyweight showdown between Klidson Abreu and Jamahal Hill has been agreed upon for UFC Fight Night 173 on May 23.
UFC President Dana White Promises ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ Franchise Will Return ‘Soon’
“The Ultimate Fighter” franchise has been on hiatus since November 2018, when the “TUF 28” finale crowned Macy Chiasson and Juan Francisco Espino Dieppa champions at featherweight and heavyweight, respectively.