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Aug 11, 2026
Payton Talbott and Deiveson Figueiredo are reportedly set to clash at UFC 332 on October 3, 2026, in Salt Lake City. Talbott, a rising bantamweight prospect, looks to continue his climb after defeating Henry Cejudo, while Figueiredo, a former flyweight champion, seeks to rebound from a two-fight skid in his bantamweight campaign.
Aug 11, 2026
Daniel Cormier has criticized Ali Abdelaziz, manager of PFL champion Usman Nurmagomedov, for claiming Nurmagomedov would easily defeat top UFC lightweights like Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira. Cormier acknowledges Nurmagomedov's talent and potential as a top contender if he joins the UFC but believes the competition will be much tougher than Abdelaziz suggests.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White hinted at another ambitious event following the success of UFC Freedom 250 at the White House. White praised head of production Craig Borsari for the event's execution, revealing that Borsari is already working on a new idea. Despite the $60 million production cost and a $30 million net loss, White remains enthusiastic about future possibilities.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC Edmonton's card on October 17 has expanded with six new fights, including the return of former flyweight title challenger Katlyn Cerminara. Headlined by Joaquin Buckley vs. Mike Malott, the event also features Erin Blanchfield against Jasmine Jasudavicius in the co-main event. Canadian fighters Tanner Boser and Melissa Croden will compete on home soil at Rogers Place.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC strawweight champion Mackenzie Dern is set to defend her title against Gillian Robertson at UFC 330, despite Robertson's claims of personal animosity. Dern, who has never met Robertson, attributes the tension to competitive banter over grappling skills. The fight marks Dern's first title defense after her recent championship win.
Aug 11, 2026
Payton Talbott is reportedly set to face former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City on October 3rd. Talbott, a rising bantamweight prospect, aims to continue his winning streak against Figueiredo, who is looking to rebound after recent losses in the bantamweight division.
Aug 11, 2026
Dana White's Contender Series 87 features live action from the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, streaming on Paramount+. Ten fighters, including heavyweights Matt Adams and Anthony Wint, compete for a chance at a UFC contract, with UFC president Dana White present to make the final decision.
Aug 11, 2026
The tenth season of Dana White's Contender Series began in Las Vegas with a lineup featuring heavyweight Anthony Wint against Matt Adams, and undefeated Abe Alsaghir facing Fabrizio Escarrega. The event also showcased top prospects like Bilal Hasan and Jon Kunneman, promising an exciting start to the 10-week series on Paramount+.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White has hinted at another major event in the works following the success of UFC Freedom 250 at the White House. White praised Craig Borsari, the head of production, for his role in the event and mentioned that Borsari is already planning another big idea. Details remain under wraps as groundwork is still being done.
Aug 11, 2026
The MMA Draw podcast delves into the history of MMA, focusing on Ken Shamrock's pivotal role in the evolution of Japanese professional wrestling and its influence on modern MMA. The discussion highlights the parallel development of UFC in America and Pancrase in Japan, with Shamrock being a key figure in both.
Aug 11, 2026
Myktybek Orolbai, riding a three-fight winning streak, is set to face Jeremiah Wells at UFC 330 in Philadelphia. Despite fighting in Wells' home region, Orolbai is confident and dreams of bringing the UFC to Kyrgyzstan. The 28-year-old welterweight has overcome past weight-cutting issues and is focused on his future championship aspirations.
Aug 11, 2026
Uros Medic overcame a torn meniscus suffered during fight week to secure a knockout victory over Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Belgrade. Despite limping throughout the week, Medic delivered a decisive win in front of his home crowd in Serbia, ending the fight in just 30 seconds. He plans a minor surgery for the injury and aims to return to the octagon by year's end.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC fighter Diego Lopes is set to compete in the 2026 IBJJF World Master Championships, entering the Black Belt Master 1 division at 168 lbs. Unlike other MMA fighters opting for no-gi events, Lopes will face high-level black belts in a gi, marking a challenging side venture in his grappling career.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC featherweight Diego Lopes is set to compete in the 2026 IBJJF World Master Championships in the Black Belt Master 1 division. Unlike many MMA fighters who opt for no-gi competitions, Lopes will face high-level black belts in the gi. This move follows his recent KO victory over Steve Garcia at the UFC White House event.
Aug 11, 2026
Myktybek Orolbai, on a three-fight winning streak, is set to face Jeremiah Wells at UFC 330 in Philadelphia. Despite fighting in Wells' home region, Orolbai remains unfazed and dreams of bringing a UFC event to Kyrgyzstan. The 28-year-old welterweight is confident in his abilities and envisions himself as a future champion.
Aug 11, 2026
Dana White's Contender Series has produced numerous UFC stars across its ten seasons. Notable fighters include Sean O'Malley from Season One, who captured the Bantamweight title, and Jamahal Hill from Season Three, the first to hold UFC gold. Season Ten's standout is Josh Hokit, who recently defeated Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White has expressed excitement about his longtime assistant Sal Everett's upcoming fight on Dana White's Contender Series. Everett, who has a 4-0 record with all wins by first-round stoppage, will face Ozzy Martin. White emphasized that Everett will be treated like any other prospect despite their personal connection.
Aug 11, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White hinted at a new mega-event in the works, following the success of UFC 306 and Freedom 250. White praised his head of production, Craig Borsari, for the White House event and mentioned that Borsari's new idea could be announced on the Pat McAfee show if it materializes.
Aug 11, 2026
Daniel Cormier argues that Khabib Nurmagomedov's undefeated career makes him the greatest of all time in MMA. Despite retiring with a perfect 29-0 record and three title defenses, Cormier believes Nurmagomedov's flawless record sets him apart, especially compared to fighters like Jon Jones and Anderson Silva, who have faced drug-testing issues.
Aug 11, 2026
Referee Herb Dean faced criticism after a controversial call during The Ultimate Fighter 34 fight between Ilimbek Akylbek Uulu and Xavier Franklin. Dean initially stopped the fight, believing Franklin had won by TKO, but reversed the decision after a video review suggested an eye poke. The fight resumed, and Akylbek Uulu secured a decision victory, advancing to the bantamweight final.