Kamaru Usman has designs on leaving UFC 251 with the “BMF” title in tow, but it appears that belt won’t be on the line in Abu Dhabi.
Alexander Volkanovski ‘Needs to Be Compensated’ for Potential Matchup with Henry Cejudo
Henry Cejudo recently claimed that a featherweight title shot against Alexander Volkanovski could bring him out of retirement. It doesn’t sound as though Cejudo will get his wish anytime soon.
Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira in the Works to Headline UFC Card on Sept. 12
A light heavyweight clash between Thiago Santos and Glover Teixeira has nearly been finalized as the main event for an Ultimate Fighting Championship card on Sept. 12.
Mike Brown Unable to Corner Jorge Masvidal After Testing Positive for COVID-19
American Top Team coach Mike Brown won’t be in Jorge Masvidal’s corner at UFC 251 on Saturday after testing positive for COVID-19.
Max Holloway Insists Zoom Training Isn’t a Hoax: ‘I Don’t Need Sparring’
While many fighters have found time to train with select sparring partners and coaches in person, Max Holloway did nothing of the sort in preparation for his rematch with Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 251 .
Jimmie Rivera to Face Cody Stamann at UFC ‘Fight Island’ on July 15
A featherweight clash pitting Jimmie Rivera against Cody Stamann has been added to the UFC “Fight Island” lineup for July 15.
Co-Main Event, Three Other Bouts Announced for Combate Americas Return on Aug. 28
A 120-pound catchweight contest pitting Desiree Yanez against Criszaida Adames will serve as the co-main event for Combate Americas’ return on Aug. 28.
UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich Arrested for DUI in Illinois
UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich was arrested for driving under the influence in Illinois on June 29, according to a report from the Quad City Times.
Pedro Munhoz Tests Positive for COVID-19, Pulled from ‘Fight Island’ Bout vs. Frankie Edgar
Pedro Munhoz has tested positive for COVID-19 and has been removed from a proposed bantamweight clash against Frankie Edgar at UFC “Fight Island” on July 15.
Gilbert Burns Predicts ‘Circus’ in Welterweight Division if Jorge Masvidal Wins at UFC 251
Gilbert Burns believes it’s in his best interest for Kamaru Usman to emerge victorious in the UFC 251 headliner this Saturday.