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Jack Della Maddalena Faces Carlos Prates at UFC Fight Night Perth on May 2
Former welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena returns to the RAC Arena on May 2 to headline UFC Fight Night Perth against No. 5 ranked Carlos Prates.
Paul Hughes vs Jay Jay Wilson Headlines PFL Belfast on April 16
Irish lightweight Paul Hughes returns to the SSE Arena to face New Zealander Jay Jay Wilson in a high-stakes PFL main event on April 16.
Conor McGregor Demands UFC Contract to End Three-Year Inactivity
Holding a 22-6 professional record, Conor McGregor utilized a Saturday social media post to request a UFC contract against any available opponent.
Sean Strickland Ends Stoppage Drought with Third-Round TKO of Anthony Hernandez
Sean Strickland secured his first finish since 2022 by stopping Anthony Hernandez in the third round, immediately targeting Khamzat Chimaev for a title shot.
Sean Brady and Joaquin Buckley Set for Five-Round UFC Main Event on April 25
A high-stakes welterweight clash between Sean Brady and Joaquin Buckley will serve as the five-round headliner for the UFC Fight Night event on April 25.
Brock Lesnar and Anderson Silva Linked to May 16 Rousey vs. Carano Card
The May 16 MMA event headlined by a potential Rousey vs. Carano card could feature the returns of Brock Lesnar and Anderson Silva.
Gable Steveson Reaches 3-0 With First-Round TKO Victory
Gable Steveson secured a dominant first-round TKO on Thursday night to maintain his perfect 3-0 professional MMA record.
Ranking All 11 UFC Champions by Pressure to Prove Status in 2026
A data-driven breakdown of the 11 UFC champions 2026, ranking each titleholder by the specific competitive demands and scrutiny they face this season.
Sergio Pettis Meets Mitch McKee to Headline PFL Chicago on April 11
Former Bellator MMA champion Sergio Pettis is scheduled to fight Mitch McKee at the Wintrust Arena during the PFL Chicago event on April 11.