Joe Rogan News

Curtis Calhoun - May 29, 2026

Longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes one of Alex Pereira’s greatest strengths could be hindered in his move to heavyweight. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira will look to make history when he faces Ciryl Gane for the interim UFC heavyweight title at UFC Freedom 250 next month. This will mark Pereira’s first heavyweight appearance in his combat sports career, and if he’s victorious, he’d become the first fighter in UFC history to win belts in three divisions.

Curtis Calhoun - May 28, 2026

Longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes officials got it wrong in the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven super fight. Former GLORY Kickboxing heavyweight champ Rico Verhoeven was minutes away from shocking the world and handing WBC heavyweight boxing titleholder Oleksandr Usyk a stunning loss in the ring last weekend. Verhoeven looked poised and crisp through the first 10 rounds of the fight, with many believing he won most of the early action.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2026

Joe Rogan has shared one element of Sean Strickland’s game that he feels makes him one of the toughest opponents to overcome. Strickland became a two-time UFC Middleweight Champion when he defeated Khamzat Chimaev in Newark on May 9. The UFC 328 headliner went the distance, and Strickland was awarded the split decision victory. He has now handed Chimaev the first loss of his pro MMA career.

Curtis Calhoun - May 14, 2026

Longtime UFC analyst Joe Rogan believes Khamzat Chimaev might be making a mistake in competing at RAF 10 so soon after UFC 328. Khamzat Chimaev suffered the first defeat of his otherwise stellar MMA career last Saturday at UFC 328.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 5, 2026

Joe Rogan cautions those who believe Khamzat Chimaev will pitch a shutout against Sean Strickland on Saturday. Chimaev is scheduled to put the UFC Middleweight Championship at stake in the main event of UFC 328 in Newark. It’ll be the first title defense for “Borz.” Strickland is looking to become a two-time 185-pound titleholder under the UFC banner. While Strickland is known for his forward pressure and his cardio, Chimaev has been as automatic as it gets in the grappling department.

BJ Penn Staff - April 25, 2026

Joe Rogan has shared some interesting thoughts about the Greatest of All Time debate in the UFC heavyweight division. Rogan, who has spent years as a color commentator for the UFC, got into the topic during a conversation with rapper Action Bronson on his podcast.

Curtis Calhoun - April 23, 2026

Longtime UFC analyst Joe Rogan believes former middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa could take the light heavyweight throne. Earlier this month, UFC 327 featured plenty of highlight-reel finishes and wild fights. One of which was former UFC middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa’s shocking knockout of the previously unbeaten Azamat Murzakanov in the co-main event, after Costa made the full-time move to the light heavyweight division.

Harry Kettle - March 24, 2026

UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes Alexander Volkanovski vs Movsar Evloev should take place at the White House. Last weekend in the main event of UFC London, Movsar Evloev defeated Lerone Murphy in a pretty close featherweight contest at the O2 Arena. Alas, Movsar had done enough in the eyes of the judges to get his hand raised, and as we look ahead to the future, it certainly seems to make sense for him to get the call to compete for the UFC featherweight championship in his next outing.

Harry Kettle - March 23, 2026

UFC commentator Joe Rogan has revealed whether or not he will be present to commentate at the White House event this summer. As we know, Joe Rogan has been a big feature of the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s commentary team for decades now. He has been there for most of the biggest events in the history of the promotion, and that will likely continue to be the case for a good while to come.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 22, 2026

Joe Rogan has questions regarding the booking of Michael Page vs. Sam Patterson at UFC London. The welterweight clash, which took place this past Saturday inside The O2 Arena, was widely panned. Page won the uneventful affair via unanimous decision. Despite the victory, fans weren’t satisfied with what transpired and even UFC CEO Dana White admitted the fight was “bad.”

BJ Penn Staff - March 20, 2026

Joe Rogan told us Asadula Imangazaliev was a special fighter. After the 22-year-old Russian Muay Thai talent’s latest ONE Championship win, it’s clear the UFC commentator was right. Despite working for the UFC, Rogan pays close attention to many combat sports promotions around the world. That includes ONE, a Singapore-based organization that promotes Muay Thai, in addition to kickboxing, MMA and submission grappling bouts.

Curtis Calhoun - March 17, 2026

Longtime UFC analyst Joe Rogan believes Ronda Rousey’s critical remarks about the promotion’s pay structure could lead to major reform. UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey is at the center of one of the biggest nights in combat sports this year when she returns to the cage against Gina Carano in May. Rousey and Carano headline a stacked card promoted by Most Valuable Promotions, featuring Francis Ngannou’s comeback and Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry.

Curtis Calhoun - March 17, 2026

Former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones’ pursuit of a comeback fight might be back on track after recent help from Joe Rogan. Jon Jones announced his retirement from MMA last summer after long contract talks with the promotion to fight then-interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. After Jones quickly reversed his retirement following the UFC’s announced White House card set for this coming summer, Jones’ wishes to be featured at the event weren’t granted by UFC CEO Dana White.

BJ Penn Staff - March 14, 2026

Joe Rogan has commentated live UFC fights all over the world, from Madison Square Garden in New York City to the Tokyo Dome in Japan. Yet his favorite venue for watching live fights might surprise people. During a conversation with actor Luke Grimes on his popular Joe Rogan Experience podcast, the longtime UFC commentator got to talking about some of his favorite settings to call live fights. He talked at length about the energy of the crowd at MMA events in Japan, and also named Madison Square Garden as a great place to watch fights. However, he said his favorite is the UFC Apex.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 12, 2026

Joe Rogan is a bit on edge going into UFC Freedom 250. There was plenty of buzz when plans for a White House event were in motion. The full card was revealed during the UFC 326 broadcast and much has been made about the matchups. Rogan believes there are far more pressing matters at hand. UFC Freedom 250 is scheduled for June 14, and tension in the Middle East doesn’t appear to be slowing down anytime soon.

Curtis Calhoun - February 26, 2026

Joe Rogan weighed in on the hilarious mishap by the promotion in misidentifying Terence Crawford as Grammy winner Kendrick Lamar. Boxing legend Terence Crawford recently hung up the gloves after his win over Canelo Alvarez last year. Crawford is regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, and he transformed himself into a global superstar with his victory over Alvarez.

BJ Penn Staff - February 25, 2026

It’s no secret that Joe Rogan is a big combat sports fan — and is obsession is not limited to the UFC. The long-time UFC commentator also pays close attention to other MMA promotions, and even other combat sports. That includes the Muay Thai fights that ONE Championship promotes in Asia.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 15, 2026

Longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan has recalled why he decided to stop competing in combat sports. Before Rogan became a well-known entertainer and UFC broadcaster, he competed in taekwondo. Rogan rose to prominence quickly in the sport, as he won the U.S. Open Taekwondo Championship at the age of 19. He was also a four-time Massachusetts state champion.