Kamaru Usman News

Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 3, 2026

Belal Muhammad doesn’t plan to put much attention on Kamaru Usman moving forward. Muhammad and Usman have traded barbs over the past couple of years, but the two have yet to share the Octagon. An unaired episode of the “Pound 4 Pound” podcast back in 2024 went awry when “Remember The Name” and “The Nigerian Nightmare” got physical after some words were exchanged.

Harry Kettle - May 5, 2026

UFC legend Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on the MVP MMA event, and what it could mean for the sport. Later this month, MVP MMA will put on a blockbuster event featuring the likes of Ronda Rousey, Francis Ngannou, Nate Diaz and more. It serves as easily the biggest non-UFC event in the recent history of mixed martial arts, and it has made plenty of fighters sit up and take notice – including Kamaru Usman.

Curtis Calhoun - April 24, 2026

UFC legend Jon Jones took issue with former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman siding with Brock Lesnar in a potential wrestling match. Former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones remains at odds with Dana White and the matchmakers after he was excluded from a spot on the upcoming White House card. Despite announcing his retirement from MMA last summer, Jones quickly reversed course when U.S. President Donald Trump announced the UFC’s upcoming card on the White House lawn.

Curtis Calhoun - April 20, 2026

One of Gilbert Burns’ biggest rivals, former UFC champ Kamaru Usman, issued a classy message after the welterweight star’s retirement. UFC welterweight fan favorite Gilbert Burns hung up the gloves following a loss to Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg on Saturday. After dropping his fifth consecutive fight, Burns opted to announce his retirement in the Octagon at UFC Winnipeg, despite no previous hints at ending his career.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 3, 2026

Kamaru Usman believes Israel Adesanya still has some juice left in the tank. Adesanya suffered his fourth straight loss in the UFC Seattle main event on March 28. Despite a strong start, “The Last Stylebender” was stopped by Joe Pyfer via second-round TKO.

Curtis Calhoun - April 2, 2026

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman came to longtime friend Khabib Nurmagomedov’s defense after a recent controversy. UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov retired at the top of his game in 2020, but remains one of the biggest presences in Mixed Martial Arts six years after hanging up the gloves.

BJ Penn Staff - March 13, 2026

It’s no secret that former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is planning to make a comeback, but it’s still unclear who he’ll fight if he returns to action. The uncertainty may finally be over.

Cole Shelton - March 11, 2026

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman believes Justin Gaethje is getting overlooked ahead of UFC White House. Gaethje is set to headline the White House card on June 14 as he takes on Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title. Heading into the fight, Gaethje is a massive +350 underdog, while the champ is a -520 favorite on FanDuel. The oddsmakers and many fans believe Topuria will walk through Gaethje, but Usman thinks that’s disrespectful, and people can’t overlook the interim champ.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 3, 2026

Colby Covington might be an old rival of Kamaru Usman, but he’s backing “The Nigerian Nightmare’s” desire to fight Islam Makhachev. Usman and Makhachev have shared mutual interest in sharing the Octagon with the UFC Welterweight Championship at stake. This has drawn the ire of some MMA fans who feel younger contenders such as Ian Machado Garry and Michael Morales are more deserving of a title shot. Usman has gone 1-3 in his last four outings.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 1, 2026

Kamaru Usman has responded to Colby Covington’s callout with a retro quote from his intense feud with “Chaos.” There is certainly history between Usman and Covington. The two engaged in a heated war of words before first meeting inside the Octagon in late 2019. It was a memorable bout that ended with Usman breaking Covington’s jaw on his way to a fifth-round TKO finish. The rematch took place in Nov. 2021 and Usman scored a unanimous decision victory.

BJ Penn Staff - February 27, 2026

Colby Covington is looking for revenge against the fiercest rival of UFC career. Covington is one of the best welterweights of the last generation. While he has struggled with results lately, he spent years near the very top of his division, and even briefly reigned as interim champion.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 26, 2026

Kamaru Usman doesn’t know for sure if he’ll be fighting Islam Makhachev next, but perhaps the door is closing. Usman and Makhachev have expressed mutual interest in sharing the Octagon. Makhachev is the reigning UFC Welterweight Champion, while “The Nigerian Nightmare” once ruled the 170-pound weight class.

Harry Kettle - February 6, 2026

UFC legend Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on Shavkat Rakhmonov being removed from the rankings due to injury. As we know, it’s been over a year now since we’ve seen Shavkat Rakhmonov compete in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He’s been dealing with some injury issues behind the scenes and recently, he revealed that he’s suffered another setback on his road to recovery, leading many to question when he’ll return – and whether or not he’ll ever come back the same.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 5, 2026

Former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman has some direct advice for Shavkat Rakhmonov. At the end of 2024, it became clear that Rakhmonov would be set for a title opportunity in the 170-pound division. He was the first choice to face Belal Muhammad, who was the UFC welterweight titleholder at the time. Injuries derailed “Nomad’s” chances of competing for the gold.

Harry Kettle - February 3, 2026

UFC legend Kamaru Usman has argued that there’s a chance Khamzat Chimaev has outgrown the middleweight division. Right now, Khamzat Chimaev is sat at the top of the middleweight division as the champion following his win over Dricus du Plessis. His future, however, isn’t quite as certain, with many fans speculating that he’s going to shift up to light heavyweight – which is something that ‘Borz’ himself has heavily teased.

Curtis Calhoun - January 26, 2026

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev and former titleholder Kamaru Usman appear to be on a collision course. Almost immediately after defeating Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322, UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev called for a matchup with former titleholder Kamaru Usman for his first title defense. Usman, who returned with a win over Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta last summer, is regarded by many as one of the greatest fighters in Mixed Martial Arts history.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 26, 2025

Islam Makhachev is doubling down on his desire to fight Kamaru Usman next. Makhachev captured the UFC Welterweight Championship in a dominant performance against Jack Della Maddalena back in November. Top 170-pound contenders such as Michael Morales and Ian Machado Garry have emerged and both seem to be viable options to fight Makhachev next.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 21, 2025

Jorge Masvidal is coming to the defense of Kamaru Usman amid recent comments from Ian Machado Garry. Garry has been clamoring for a shot at the UFC Welterweight Championship, ripping Usman along the way. Current titleholder Islam Makhachev has admitted he’d rather put his gold at stake against Usman, but Garry believes “The Nigerian Nightmare” is irrelevant going into 2026.