Sean O’Malley News

Curtis Calhoun - June 25, 2026

Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn continues to be a thorn in the UFC’s side after Sean O’Malley revealed his UFC Freedom 250 pay. Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley not only didn’t earn a post-fight bonus for his KO at UFC Freedom 250, but he reportedly made less money than some of his previous checks.

Harry Kettle - June 24, 2026

UFC bantamweight Sean O’Malley has given his thoughts on who he considers to be the greatest of all time in the division. Throughout the course of the illustrious history of mixed martial arts, there have been some genuinely incredible bantamweight fighters to compete in the sport – and in recent years, Sean O’Malley has emerged as one of the biggest fan favorites we have ever seen at 135 pounds.

Harry Kettle - June 22, 2026

UFC legend Georges St-Pierre believes that Aiemann Zahabi’s fight against Sean O’Malley was stopped too early. While Aiemann Zahabi seemingly had a good chance of defeating Sean O’Malley heading into UFC Freedom 250, hope was soon extinguished by Sean after a great combination led him down the path of a victory that will likely set him up for another crack at the UFC bantamweight championship.

Harry Kettle - June 17, 2026

UFC star Sean O’Malley has voiced his frustration after not being awarded a bonus for his big win at UFC Freedom 250 last weekend. On Sunday night, Sean O’Malley made his case for another UFC bantamweight title opportunity when he knocked out Aiemann Zahabi. It was a beautiful exchange that led to the finish, with Sean even hitting a salute as he walked off in victory in front of a jubilant crowd.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026

Sean O’Malley is laughing off the idea that he has the option to cherry-pick his UFC fights. O’Malley is scheduled to be back in action on Sunday. He is set to meet Aiemann Zahabi on the UFC Freedom 250 card. It’s a fight that most fans weren’t anticipating for the “Suga” show, but it’s what the UFC brass wanted. That’s why O’Malley finds it humorous when fans think he gets to choose his opposition.

Cole Shelton - June 10, 2026

Sean O’Malley doesn’t think Aiemann Zahabi will pose much of a problem to him on Sunday. O’Malley is set to take on Zahabi at the White House in a key fight at bantamweight. Many fans were surprised by the matchup, but O’Malley still believes that with a win, he will get a title shot. And, he’s oozing with confidence that he will be able to win with ease as he expects to finsih Zahabi on the feet.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 10, 2026

Aiemann Zahabi hopes to give Sean O’Malley a slew of unexpected problems on the feet during their scrap on Sunday. Zahabi and O’Malley are scheduled to meet on the White House lawn during the UFC Freedom 250 card. It’s a pivotal bantamweight tilt that will see the winner move one step closer to a 135-pound title fight. O’Malley is no stranger to UFC gold, but Zahabi has a major opportunity to possibly ascend to UFC title contention for the first time in his career.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 4, 2026

Sean O’Malley thinks a finish at UFC Freedom 250 gives him the best chance at another title fight, but he doesn’t feel it’s a lock. O’Malley is scheduled to collide with Zahabi in a pivotal bantamweight tilt on June 14. The “Suga” show is looking to build off his January win over Song Yadong during UFC’s debut on Paramount+. As for Zahabi, he’s in search of the biggest win of his pro MMA career, which would extend his winning streak to eight.

Harry Kettle - June 2, 2026

UFC star Sean O’Malley believes that he is a level above Aiemann Zahabi as they prepare to square off at UFC Freedom 250. Later this month at the White House, Sean O’Malley will make his return to the cage when he faces off against Aiemann Zahabi. If he can pick up the win, there is every chance that he will go on to receive another shot at the UFC bantamweight championship.

Harry Kettle - June 1, 2026

UFC star Sean O’Malley believes he should have backed up Josh Hokit during the recent press conference drama they featured in. As we know, Sean O’Malley will be making his grand return to the cage later this month when he battles Aiemann Zahabi as part of the blockbuster UFC Freedom 250 card. Many feel like he is the favorite, and if he is able to get the job done, he will likely set himself up for another crack at the world title in the bantamweight division.

Harry Kettle - May 29, 2026

UFC star Sean O’Malley has given his thoughts on the possible weather concerns surrounding the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 event. In his next outing, Sean O’Malley will go head to head with Aiemann Zahabi in a fascinating bantamweight encounter. If he’s able to pick up the win, there’s an excellent chance that he will set himself up for a world title opportunity at some point later this year.

Curtis Calhoun - May 13, 2026

Aiemann Zahabi responded to former titleholder Sean O’Malley’s recent ultimatum ahead of the White House card. The UFC’s historic event on the White House lawn is just weeks away, as the first major sporting event to take place at the U.S. Presidential residence. The card is headlined by a UFC lightweight title unification bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with an interim heavyweight title co-headliner between two-time champ Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane.

Harry Kettle - May 5, 2026

UFC superstar Sean O’Malley has looked ahead to his upcoming collision with Aiemann Zahabi at the UFC Freedom 250 event. Next month, Sean O’Malley will square off with Aiemann Zahabi as part of the UFC’s first ever event at the White House. While there are many differing opinions out there regarding the political nature of the event and whether or not it’s even a good idea, there are definitely some fun fights taking place as part of the card.

BJ Penn Staff - April 22, 2026

Aiemann Zahabi still hasn’t signed a contract for his fight at UFC Freedom 250. Zahabi, from Canada, is one of the top contenders in the UFC bantamweight division at the moment. At UFC Freedom 250, which goes down on June 14 on the White House lawn, he is set to take a big step up against former champ Sean O’Malley.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 19, 2026

Dana White has heard claims of a title eliminator being attached to one UFC Freedom 250 fight, but he isn’t committing to it. A marquee fight scheduled for the June 14 White House card will be contested in the bantamweight division. Former 135-pound titleholder Sean O’Malley is set to collide with Aiemann Zahabi. During a fan Q&A session hyping up this past Saturday’s UFC Winnipeg card, Zahabi claimed he received word that his fight against O’Malley will be a No. 1 contender bout.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 13, 2026

Sean O’Malley shared a similar reaction that most people had when witnessing Carlos Ulberg ice Jiri Prochazka in the midst of an injury. Ulberg and Prochazka took center stage in the main event of UFC 327 this past Saturday in Miami. It looked like Prochazka would be gifted an easy finish after “Black Jag” injured his knee in the early going. Prochazka appeared hesitant, and he paid the ultimate price. Ulberg finished his opponent with a hook and some ground punches to capture the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.

Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2026

Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley played a brutal prank on his fans ahead of his upcoming fight at the White House. One of UFC Freedom 250’s biggest fights pits former bantamweight titleholder Sean O’Malley against rising contender Aiemann Zahabi in a title eliminator matchup on the six-fight card. O’Malley will return to the Octagon after an impressive win over Song Yadong at UFC 324 in January, after back-to-back losses to Merab Dvalishvili.

BJ Penn Staff - March 31, 2026

Former UFC bantamweight champ Sean O’Malley is no stranger to big fights. Some would say his next fight will be his biggest to date — but that’s not the way he sees it. O’Malley is set to return to action as part of the much-discussed UFC White House card, which goes down on June 14 — Donald Trump’s birthday. His opponent will be rising contender Aiemann Zahabi. It will be the third fight from the top of the bill, before the two title fights that are set to headline.