3+ hour, 19+ min ago (325+ words) Topuria weighs in on January 24 interim title bout, urges Pimblett to win, and jabs at snubbed contender Arman Tsarukyan. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria has finally shared his thoughts on the upcoming interim lightweight title fight scheduled for January 24, 2026, at UFC 324 in Las Vegas. The event, the first under the Paramount banner, will feature two title fights, including the interim lightweight bout between Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje. Topuria announced a temporary hiatus from competition, which led the UFC to create the interim belt. Despite being absent, Topuria is closely watching the developments and has already expressed who he wants to see win. Topuria, known as "El Matador," has maintained a longstanding rivalry with Liverpudlian contender Paddy Pimblett, who is now set to headline UFC 324. Topuria made his position clear on social media: "Paddy, win your next fight. Hands up,…...

3+ hour, 56+ min ago (227+ words) Alex Pereira, the UFC's two-division champion, made headlines after a training session in Florida went viral. The session gained attention when Pereira was challenged by a sparring partner and responded with a dominant display of striking. Footage shared by Baba Buwaba on Instagram's "Standupstriking' shows Pereira facing an opponent reportedly named Neil. Early in the sparring, Pereira delivered repeated body shots that visibly affected his partner. As the session continued, Neil was urged to keep going, but Pereira's precision and power ultimately led to a knockout from a headshot just as the buzzer sounded. The video underscores Pereira's timing, accuracy, and ability to control the pace even outside of a formal fight. Fans online quickly reacted to the clip, highlighting his striking dominance and readiness. Pereira, known for ending Israel Adesanya's long middleweight title reign in 2022, later moved to light-heavyweight…...

4+ hour, 54+ min ago (574+ words) Chandler shines in the RAF 3 main event while several UFC names struggle in their return to competitive wrestling. Michael Chandler stepped back onto the wrestling stage in the RAF 3 main attraction and delivered a controlled and measured win over former UFC opponent Chad Mendes. The two met in a three period match that leaned heavily in Chandler's favor despite Mendes' deep collegiate background. The match shifted early. Chad Mendes tried to rotate into a roll while holding Chandler in a tie, but he lost position. Chandler reacted instantly with a roll of his own that put him ahead by two. When passivity was later called against Mendes, Chandler left the opening frame leading 3 to 0. Both athletes kept fighting for grips and angles as the bout continued, and the action was briefly stopped more than once because of an accidental eye…...

16+ hour, 49+ min ago (259+ words) Max Holloway, the reigning BMF champion and lightweight contender, is optimistic about defending his title and potentially competing at the UFC White House event next year." Earlier this year, UFC president Dana White and former President Donald Trump announced a special fight card at the White House lawn for the United States" 250th anniversary. Several stars, including Jon Jones and Conor McGregor, have expressed interest in participating. Holloway believes his BMF title gives him a strong chance to feature on the card. "We"ll see what happens with the Conor thing, with Jon Jones coming back," Holloway told Korean Zombie"s YouTube channel. "I think the card idea is cool, but there"s no American champion. The only American champion there is the "BMF" title, so you"re looking at the man. So am I going to be at the card?...

17+ hour, 39+ min ago (502+ words) Tsarukyan reacts to being passed over for the UFC interim lightweight title, calls for a BMF fight with Max Holloway, and insists a future bout with champion Ilia Topuria is inevitable. Arman Tsarukyan is speaking out after the UFC confirmed an interim lightweight championship contest that does not include him. The top ranked lightweight says the decision was difficult to accept, and he is now leaning toward a clash for the BMF distinction if he cannot compete for the interim belt. Tsarukyan, who holds a record of twenty three wins and three defeats, sits at the top of the lightweight contender list. Even so, the organization selected Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett for the interim title bout scheduled for January twenty four in Las Vegas. The temporary belt was created following Ilia Topuria's announcement that he needed personal time away…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago (162+ words) During the main event at IBC: Fight for Glory in Lahore, Pakistan, Ye Joon Kim faced Yuttapong Tongdee for the WBA Asia Gold Super Bantamweight title. The fight was intense, with both fighters exchanging heavy blows. Kim, coming off a previous loss to top pound-for-pound fighter Naoya Inoue, used his experience to control the match. In the fourth round, he delivered a sharp left hook directly to Tongdee's midsection. The impact was immediate, and Tongdee collapsed to the canvas, clearly in pain. " Boxing King Media (@boxingkingmedia) November 28, 2025 As the referee began the count, Tongdee struggled to stay upright. By the time the fight was officially stopped, Tongdee had crawled to the ropes, where he vomited due to the force of the body shot. Medical staff quickly attended him, ensuring he regained stability after the shocking knockout. The bout ended with…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago (498+ words) A frightening moment in Vologda brings Greg Hardy's long run in professional sports to an abrupt close. Greg Hardy's night at the Vologda Sports Palace in Russia came to an abrupt and frightening conclusion when he lost control of his breathing during a boxing contest with Evgeny Goncharov. The bout was part of the Region Governor Cup under the REN TV Fight Club banner, and Hardy was competing steadily until the situation shifted late in the third round. As the round approached its close, Hardy appeared exhausted but still engaged. Within moments, the scene changed entirely. Hardy bent forward, coughing sharply, his hands pressed to his knees while he struggled to catch his breath. His corner quickly stepped toward the ring, calling for help as he tried to stay balanced. Once Hardy reached his stool, the reality became clear. He…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago (403+ words) Over Thanksgiving, the rivalry flared up online. Cormier commented on a clip showing Jones during a recent visit to Russia, asking, "Why is Jon Jones not with his family on Thanksgiving holiday?" " Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) November 26, 2025 Jones quickly responded with a video message that combined humor and a subtle jab at his former rival. Petting a dog, he said: "I wanted to take the time out to say Happy Thanksgiving to the people who are not with their friends and family today. Happy Thanksgiving, and if no one tells you that they love you today, I love you and Dutch [the dog] loves you" Have a blessed day, we love you." He then delivered a sharper remark directed at Cormier, recalling their fights. "Imagine a man getting his a" kicked," Jones wrote. "And years later he's still pondering how I…...

2+ day, 3+ hour ago (357+ words) Conor McGregor is taking a major step in preparing for his return to the octagon by opening a new home-based training center and pledging to train there full time. The Irish star, who last competed at UFC 264 in 2021, is focusing on regaining top form following injuries that delayed his comeback. The facility, located just outside Dublin, is now part of the Straight Blast Gym network and has been branded SBG McGregor's. It features the gym's iconic gorilla logo, which McGregor also has tattooed on his chest. The gym will serve as McGregor's primary training base under longtime coach John Kavanagh, who has guided him throughout most of his MMA career. " Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) November 28, 2025 McGregor's previous fights were marred by injuries, including a broken leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 and a broken toe that forced him out of a…...

2+ day, 4+ hour ago (421+ words) White reiterates Ilia Topuria's plan for an early 2026 comeback while the division prepares for an interim title clash. Ilia Topuria is away from the octagon for personal reasons, but the lightweight title picture continues to move forward. UFC president Dana White addressed the champion's situation during a recent live broadcast and made it clear that the belt will be contested again shortly after Topuria completes his time away. Topuria announced that he would not be available until the early months of 2026. White supported that timeframe and explained how the division will proceed during the champion's absence. White stated, "Obviously you just saw Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett for the interim title. Earlier, Topuria posted, "I'm dealing with some personal problems so I'm not going to fight the first quarter.' The winner of Gaethje vs. Paddy will be the interim titleholder and…...