Ilia Topuria announces he will change ‘El Matador’ nickname ahead of next UFC challenge
Ilia Topuria will have a new identity in his next outing.
Lightweight Archives: 03/2025
UFC London duo agree to X-rated tattoo side bet ahead of Fight of the Night contender
The UFC duo have raised the stakes for their fight.
Jalin Turner provides emotional retirement update after shocking the world by calling it a career at 29 years old
When MMA fighters retire, it usually means they plan to continue fighting – just not for whichever promotion they’d been competing in – but not…
Ilia Topuria continues to tease Islam Makhachev clash in award speech despite reported rejection
Ilia Topuria is continuing to push for a shot at a second world title, despite Islam Makhachev seemingly turning down the fight. The former featherweight…
Paddy Pimblett is 100 percent sure his chin won’t be cracked by Michael Chandler at UFC 314
Paddy Pimblett continues to insist that Scousers don’t get knocked out as he gears up for his toughest test yet. The Liverpool native takes on…
Paddy Pimblett admits Dustin Poirier may have been right with comments in social media feud
Paddy Pimblett has admitted that he may not qualify for the kind of fight Dustin Poirier wants before retiring this summer. The British superstar is…
‘We don’t need that chaos’… Rafael Fiziev told to rethink featherweight move by top contender
Less than a week after UFC 313, Rafael Fiziev is already pondering his next move – but in which division will this all-action striking specialist…
Paddy Pimblett doubts he’ll get the credit he deserves for beating Michael Chandler at UFC 314
Now that UFC 313: Pereira vs Ankalaev is in the books, the attention of the wider MMA world is turning towards the next PPV –…
Arman Tsarukyan shares brutally honest take on Michael Chandler vs Paddy Pimblett ‘hype fight’
Arman Tsarukyan isn’t a fan of the ‘hype’ fight.
‘I’m sorry’… Jalin Turner issues statement after shocking the world by retiring at 29 years old after UFC 313 loss
‘The Tarantula’ has officially called it quits; with Jalin Turner now sharing an emotional final farewell to his fans on social media after suffering defeat…
Jon Anik plays lightweight matchmaker following Justin Gaethje’s UFC 313 win
Jon Anik believes Gaethje should be next to fight for the title.
Islam Makhachev’s ‘ideal’ next opponent named by coach as Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria vie for title fight
Islam Makhachev’s coach is focusing on a different challenger than Ilia Topuria after a lightweight shake-up this weekend. Makhachev has been struggling for challengers since…
‘That was nuts’… Alexander Volkanovski reacts to ‘Knockout of the Year’ at UFC 313
Alexander Volkanovski was left shocked with the rest of the fanbase.
Dana White reacts to shock UFC 313 retirement… ‘You know how I feel about that’
Dana White agrees with Jalin Turner’s decision to retire.
UFC lightweight contender breaks down as he reveals why he shockingly retired following UFC 313 loss
Jalin Turner has emotionally explained his shock retirement from the UFC.
Dana White comments on Justin Gaethje’s chances of fighting Islam Makhachev following UFC 313 win
Justin Gaethje has been given a title boost by the boss.
Paddy Pimblett names Ilia Topuria on three-man hitlist after UFC 314 showdown with Michael Chandler
Paddy Pimblett has mapped out his path to the title.
Rafael Fiziev thanks Justin Gaethje for ‘birthday gift’ after branding UFC 313 opportunity a ‘miracle’
There is a clear mutual respect between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev.
Justin Gaethje drops retirement hint days out from his comeback at UFC 313
Justin Gaethje has hinted at potentially just two more fights in his career.
Justin Gaethje’s hilarious reaction to being underdog against Rafael Fiziev revealed… ‘I went to sleep last time’
Gaethje provided a hilarious reaction to the UFC 313 fight odds.