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Costello van Steenis and Paul Hughes Headline PFL Upcoming Schedule
The PFL upcoming schedule features eight standout fights over five weeks, including champion Costello van Steenis and fan-favorite Paul Hughes.
Luke Riley UFC Homecoming: Unbeaten Scouser Set for Co-Main Event in London
Unbeaten featherweight Luke Riley UFC prospect prepares for a March 21 co-main event after securing a Round 2 knockout victory in his promotional debut.
UFC London Murphy vs Evloev: Unbeaten Featherweights Headline March 21 Card
Lerone Murphy (17-0-1) faces Movsar Evloev (19-0-0) in a featherweight title eliminator at The O2 on March 21.
Nate Diaz Ends 4-Year MMA Hiatus Against Mike Perry on May 16
Former UFC standout Nate Diaz, 40, will face Mike Perry on May 16 during the inaugural Most Valuable Promotions MMA event.
Gillian Robertson Outworks Amanda Lemos in Dominant UFC Vegas 100 Performance
Gillian Robertson utilized relentless grappling and ground control to secure a unanimous decision victory over former title challenger Amanda Lemos.
Dana White Confirms 85,000 Free UFC White House Tickets for June 14 Event
CEO Dana White announced that the UFC will issue 85,000 free tickets to the public for an unprecedented live event at the White House on June 14.
Khamzat Chimaev Defends Middleweight Title Against Sean Strickland at UFC 328
Middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev is scheduled for his first title defense against former titleholder Sean Strickland at UFC 328.
Rousey vs Carano Set for May 16 Five-Round Main Event at Intuit Dome
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will end their long retirements on May 16 in a five-round MMA bout at the new Intuit Dome in Inglewood.
UFC Confirms Freedom Fights 250 Event Details for White House Grounds
The UFC has finalized the Freedom Fights 250 card, marking the first time a professional mixed martial arts event will be staged at the White House.