This summer, the highly anticipated matchup between former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling and featherweight contender Brian Ortega is set to take center stage in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night on August 23 in Shanghai. Announced by UFC officials on Wednesday, this bout comes at a crucial juncture for both fighters, who find themselves
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The recent announcement of Jon Jones’ retirement from mixed martial arts (MMA) has sent shockwaves throughout the UFC community, but not for the reasons anyone might expect. As Dana White delivered the news during a post-fight press conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, his tone was strikingly flat—just another chapter in a saga that has consistently been
In a stunning turn of events, Jon Jones, a name synonymous with excellence in mixed martial arts, has officially retired from the UFC. Dana White, the UFC CEO, announced the retirement on Saturday, revealing that Jones personally informed the organization the previous day. This announcement has sent shockwaves through the MMA community, particularly as the
This Saturday promises to deliver an electrifying spectacle as two of the most ferocious knockout artists in the UFC’s light heavyweight division, Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr., prepare to face off in the main event at UFC Fight Night in Baku, Azerbaijan. Scheduled for 3 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN+, the fight is
The world of mixed martial arts (MMA) is poised for a thrilling weekend as the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and Professional Fighters League (PFL) gear up for two major events. On Saturday, the UFC lands in Baku, Azerbaijan, where fans are set to witness an electrifying card featuring prominent names within the light heavyweight division.
Aaron Pico is venturing into new territory, stepping into the octagon for his highly anticipated UFC debut on July 26. This pivotal encounter against Russian powerhouse Movsar Evloev is set to co-headline UFC Fight Night at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. A bout of this magnitude not only marks a significant milestone in Pico’s
In a heartbreaking turn of events, former MMA champion Ben Askren is currently fighting for his life amidst severe health complications. At just 40 years old, Askren has been hospitalized in Wisconsin due to pneumonia that has escalated to life-threatening proportions. His wife, Amy Askren, recently revealed that he is on a ventilator and ECMO
As the UFC gears up for an electrifying bout between Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley at the much-anticipated Fight Night in Atlanta, the atmosphere is charged with a blend of curiosity and skepticism. Usman, a former champion whose once-dominant reign at the top seems to have dulled, faces a pivotal moment not only in his
In a world where the octagon serves as a battleground for fierce competitors, Kayla Harrison has firmly established herself as a force to be reckoned with. Her recent victory against Julianna Peña at UFC 316 exemplifies not only her technical prowess but also her resilience and undying spirit. Harrison, who claimed the UFC Women’s Bantamweight
In an earth-shattering announcement that has reverberated throughout the mixed martial arts world, Amanda Nunes, the unparalleled titan of women’s MMA, has revealed her intentions to climb back into the octagon. The former two-weight champion, who enjoyed a formidable career with a record of 23 wins and 5 losses, initially hung up her gloves in
This Saturday night marks an electrifying moment in the UFC world as Sean O’Malley gears up to challenge Merab Dvalishvili for the UFC men’s bantamweight championship at UFC 316. The stakes couldn’t be higher for O’Malley, who is hungry to reclaim the title he lost in a unanimous decision last September. Their first encounter left
On a day that should have seen Maycee Barber stepping into the UFC Octagon and showcasing her skills in front of a roaring crowd, fate had other plans. Just 30 minutes before her anticipated fight against Erin Blanchfield at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, Barber faced a medical emergency that led to her withdrawal