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Aug 12, 2026
Quillan Salkilld made a significant impact at UFC Fight Night 284, defeating Mateusz Gamrot in the main event to improve his record to 13-1 MMA, 6-0 UFC. All five of his UFC victories have been first-round finishes, leading to a notable rise in the rankings. Alexia Thainara also climbed the rankings with a win over Amanda Lemos.
Aug 12, 2026
UFC President Dana White believes that Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby could have been a UFC world champion if he had trained in mixed martial arts from a young age. White's comments come amid a trend of NFL players transitioning to MMA, with former New York Jets linebacker Anthony Wint recently earning a UFC contract.
Aug 12, 2026
UFC 330 in Philadelphia features two title fights, with Islam Makhachev defending his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry. The event also includes a strawweight title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson. Despite the lack of local contenders, the card promises exciting matchups, including Jose Ochoa vs. Charles Johnson and Esteban Ribovics vs. Edson Barboza.
Aug 11, 2026
Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson plans to conclude his UFC career with a retirement fight at Madison Square Garden on November 14, 2026. Thompson, known for his striking prowess, aims to deliver an exciting final performance. The welterweight veteran has expressed interest in facing Daniel Rodriguez for this farewell bout.
Aug 11, 2026
Anthony Wint, a former New York Jets linebacker, secured a UFC contract with a swift victory over Matthew Adams on Dana White's Contender Series. Following his win, Wint issued an ultimatum to Dana White, stating he would stay at White's house until his first UFC fight is booked. Wint, who has finished six of his seven wins, is eyeing a spot on the UFC Sacramento card in August.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC 330 features a championship doubleheader in Philadelphia, headlined by Islam Makhachev defending his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry. Makhachev, on a 16-fight winning streak, faces Garry, known for his distance management and 80% takedown defense. The event streams on Paramount+ on August 15, 2026.
Aug 11, 2026
Dana White expressed enthusiasm for Anthony Wint, a former NFL player who secured a UFC contract with a swift TKO victory at Dana White's Contender Series 87. Wint, now 7-0, impressed White by requesting an immediate fight, potentially at UFC Sacramento. White appreciates Wint's eagerness to stay active, comparing it to past successful fighters.
Aug 11, 2026
During the first week of Dana White's Contender Series 2026, four fighters earned UFC contracts. Joseph Kropschot, Tom Pagliarulo, Bilal Hasan, and Anthony Wint impressed with decisive victories, while Abe Alsaghir's split decision win did not earn him a contract. Dana White praised the winners for their finishing abilities and potential.
Aug 11, 2026
Mansur Abdul-Malik faces Dustin Stoltzfus at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15, 2026. Abdul-Malik returns to the cage five months after a loss to Yousri Belgaroui, while Stoltzfus seeks to end a two-fight losing streak. Both fighters are looking to secure a crucial victory in their middleweight bout.
Aug 11, 2026
Bilal Hasan, a former Cage Fury Fighting Championships flyweight titleholder, justified his historic -5000 odds by knocking out Mridul Saikia in just 45 seconds during Week 1 of Dana White’s Contender Series 2026. This victory earned Hasan a UFC contract and praise from Dana White. Hasan, now 9-0, expressed gratitude to his parents for their support and aims for greatness in the UFC.
Aug 11, 2026
Tom Pagliarulo earned a UFC contract after defeating Ananias Mulumba with a last-second ground-and-pound finish during Week 1 of Dana White's Contender Series 2026. Despite his nerves, Pagliarulo, supported by his coaches and UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen, showcased resilience and determination to achieve his long-awaited dream of joining the UFC.
Aug 11, 2026
Dana White expressed excitement over Anthony Wint's performance on Dana White Contender Series 87, where Wint secured a UFC contract with a 34-second TKO victory. Wint, a former NFL player, impressed White with his eagerness to fight again soon, potentially at UFC Sacramento. White appreciates fighters who capitalize on their momentum.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White is hesitant to declare Islam Makhachev the greatest of all time, despite Makhachev's impressive record. With a chance to break Anderson Silva's consecutive wins record at UFC 330, White suggests waiting until after Makhachev's upcoming title defense against Ian Machado Garry to evaluate his place among the all-time greats.
Aug 11, 2026
Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson plans to conclude his UFC contract with a high-energy fight at Madison Square Garden in November, targeting UFC 334. The 43-year-old, known for his striking style, is on a three-fight losing streak and is scouting the welterweight roster for a suitable opponent to deliver a memorable bout.
Aug 11, 2026
Anthony Wint, a former NFL player, earned a UFC contract after a swift 34-second victory over Matt Adams at Dana White's Contender Series 87 in Las Vegas. Wint's performance featured effective leg kicks followed by a ground assault that quickly ended the heavyweight bout.
Aug 11, 2026
Bilal Hasan, a 25-year-old flyweight prospect, defeated Mridul Saikia in just 45 seconds at the Dana White Contender Series in Las Vegas. Hasan's decisive victory, featuring a powerful right hand followed by ground-and-pound, positions him as a strong contender for a UFC contract. Post-fight, Hasan celebrated with a moonwalk, highlighting his admiration for Michael Jackson.
Aug 11, 2026
Former NFL player Anthony Wint made a stunning impression in the Dana White's Contender Series by knocking out LFA veteran Matt Adams in just 34 seconds. The victory not only maintained Wint's undefeated record but also earned him a UFC contract. The fight took place on August 11, 2026, at Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Aug 11, 2026
The opening week of Dana White's Contender Series Season 10 featured two spectacular knockouts and concluded with four fighters earning UFC contracts. Bilal Hasan and Anthony Wint delivered quick finishes, showcasing their potential. Joseph Kropschot and Thomas Pagliarulo also impressed, securing their spots on the UFC roster after strong performances.
Aug 11, 2026
Joseph Kropschot earned a UFC contract after a unanimous decision victory over Jonathan Kunneman on Dana White's Contender Series. Despite Kropschot's deep armbar attempt, Kunneman refused to tap, resulting in a dislocated arm. Kropschot, who was on a four-fight finishing streak, expressed disbelief at Kunneman's resilience.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC 330 returns to Philadelphia with two title fights headlining the event. Welterweight champion Islam Makhachev defends his title against Ian Machado Garry, aiming to break Anderson Silva's record of 16 consecutive wins. In the co-main event, strawweight champion Makenzie Dern faces Gillian Robertson, with both fights presenting intriguing stylistic matchups.