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Charles Oliveira reveals key factor in UFC Rio win over Mateusz Gamrot
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 12, 2025
Charles Oliveira has detailed what he felt was a deciding factor in his UFC Rio victory. Oliveira went one-on-one with Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Rio this past Saturday. Prior to Gamrot stepping up on short notice, the status of the headliner was a bit dicey, as Oliveira’s initial opponent, Rafael Fiziev, suffered an injury. The short notice factor didn’t bother “Predator,” as he secured a second-round submission finish.
Dillon Danis offers wild predictions for UFC fights against Jon Jones and Islam Makhachev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 12, 2025
Dillon Danis is at it again, this time taking aim at the likes of Jon Jones and Islam Makhachev. Danis has been known for his outspoken personality. The Brazilian jiu-jitsu ace has made some bold claims over the years despite not being offered a UFC contract. He’s also only had three pro MMA fights with one of them being held on a Misfits Boxing card.
UFC fighter reduced to tears after opponent crushes Rio dreams by pulling out of bout
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 12, 2025
One UFC fighter who was set to compete in his home country broke down after his opponent fell out. UFC Rio is in the history books, and it ended with Charles Oliveira submitting Mateusz Gamrot. The co-headliner saw former UFC Flyweight Champion Deiveson Figueiredo snag a split decision win over Montel Jackson.
UFC Rio winner open to being Ronda Rousey's comeback fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 12, 2025
One UFC women’s bantamweight fighter wouldn’t mind sharing the Octagon with Ronda Rousey. “Rowdy” recently made some waves when she posted a video of her recent MMA training session. The UFC Hall of Famer noted that her love for the sport was being repaired. This led some to speculate that Rousey might be swayed into a comeback fight on the UFC White House card.
UFC Rio Bonus Report: Charles Oliveira one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - October 11, 2025
The Octagon returned to Brazil for tonight’s UFC Rio event, and 4 fighters wound up taking home performance bonuses. The fight card was headlined by a key lightweight matchup featuring former champion Charles Oliveira taking on perennial contender Mateusz Gamrot. The contest resulted in another memorable performance from the former lightweight kingpin in Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ was able to get the better of ‘Gamer’ both on the feet and on the ground before ultimately securing a fight ending choke midway through the second round. It was a sensational performance from Oliveira, and after the win he called out current BMF title holder Max Holloway!
Pros react after Charles Oliveira submits Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Rio
Chris Taylor - October 11, 2025
Tonight’s UFC Rio event was headlined by a highly anticipated lightweight contest between Charles Oliveira and Mateusz Gamrot. Oliveira (36-11 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since suffering a brutal knockout loss to Ilia Topuria back at June’s UFC 317 event. Prior to that setback, ‘Do Bronx’ had earned a dominant decision victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 309 in November of 2024.
UFC Rio Results: Charles Oliveira stops Mateusz Gamrot (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 11, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Rio results, including the lightweight main event between Charles Oliveira and Mateusz Gamrot. Oliveira (35-11 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since suffering a brutal knockout loss to Ilia Topuria back at June’s UFC 317 event. Prior to that setback, ‘Do Bronx’ was coming off a dominant decision victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 309 in November of last year.
UFC Rio Results: Deiveson Figueiredo defeats Montel Jackson (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 11, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Rio results, including the men’s bantamweight co-main event between Deiveson Figueiredo and Montel Jackson. Figueiredo (25-5-1 MMA) will enter the bout with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. ‘Daico’ most previously competed at May’s UFC Iowa event, where he suffered a TKO injury loss to recent title challenger Cory Sandhagen. That defeat was preceded by a decision loss to former bantamweight champion Petr Yan.
UFC Rio: 'Oliveira vs. Gamrot' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - October 11, 2025
The Octagon returns to Brazil for tonight’s UFC Rio event, a 12-bout fight card headlined by Charles Oliveira vs. Mateusz Gamrot. Oliveira (35-11 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since suffering a brutal knockout loss to Ilia Topuria back at June’s UFC 317 event. Prior to that setback, ‘Do Bronx’ was coming off a dominant decision victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 309 in November of last year.
Mike Perry "would go back to MMA" for UFC White House card
Dylan Bowker - October 10, 2025
Mike Perry has recently reasserted his King of Violence status in his BKFC return, but a particular UFC card for 2026 would pique his interest in an MMA return. Perry defeated Jeremy Stephens in the headliner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship’s inaugural foray into New Jersey at BKFC 82. ‘Platinum’ dropped Stephens multiple times in the bout en route to halting him in the fifth round, with Perry maintaining his spotless ledger in bare-knuckle fighting in the process. The biggest star in bare-knuckle boxing does seem intrigued about donning the small gloves again for an opportunity on a massively hyped card for June 2026. Interestingly enough, his recent BKFC opponent, Jeremy Stephens, did a one-off bout with the UFC prior to his BKFC fight with Perry. This gives some precedent to the idea that some sort of deal could possibly be facilitated for Perry’s services between BKFC and UFC.
Ramzan Kadyrov sucker punched an ex-boxing champ and Lucas Browne was told he'd be shot if he retaliated
Dylan Bowker - October 10, 2025
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov is a controversial global figure with a certain presence in combat sports, and Lucas Browne had quite the curious meeting with Kadyrov years back. The backstory to that comes from a fight in Browne’s boxing career in Grozny when he faced Ruslan Chagaev. There was a picture around that time from an open workout in Grozny, and Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov was seen with Browne himself.
UFC Vancouver's Kyle Nelson says Matt Frevola’s “been put down before", and fans are "going to see that again"
Dylan Bowker - October 10, 2025
Kyle Nelson foresees an electric fight and an emphatic ending to his UFC Vancouver fight with Matt Frevola. This was expressed in a recent interview for MMA Canada. Nelson had an online post a few months ago about how the Canadians went undefeated last time the UFC came to Vancouver, and that he has the desire to keep that trend going on October 18th. There are quite a few Canadian combatants on this card, with names like Jasmine Jasudavicius, Aiemann Zahabi, Charles Jourdain, and Mike Malott featured. When touching on the spread of Canadian combatants who bolster this looming British Columbia-based UFC Fight Night offering, Nelson said,
Dillon Danis accuses Islam Makhachev of hitting him with cheap shot during infamous Khabib/McGregor brawl
Curtis Calhoun - October 10, 2025
Controversial combat sports star Dillon Danis revealed new details surrounding his infamous post-fight brawl with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Co. following UFC 229. Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov shared arguably the biggest rivalry in UFC history, culminating in a heated grudge match at UFC 229. Nurmagomedov submitted McGregor in Round 4 to retain the UFC lightweight title and hand his longtime adversary a devastating defeat.
Tom Aspinall gets brutally honest on how fight vs. prime Daniel Cormier would play out
Curtis Calhoun - October 10, 2025
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall revealed how he believes a matchup with prime Daniel Cormier would’ve played out inside the Octagon. Tom Aspinall is weeks away from making his first undisputed UFC heavyweight title defense at UFC 321. Aspinall and former interim titleholder Ciryl Gane headline an intriguing card in Abu Dhabi, featuring the long-awaited return of Aspinall.
UFC Rio weigh-in results: Near perfect day marred by horrendous miss on scale
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 10, 2025
The UFC Rio weigh-ins are over, and only one fighter on the card missed weight, and it was by a significant margin. Fight fans can breathe easy knowing that all of the main card fighters successfully made weight. Both headliners Charles Oliveira and Mateusz Gamrot tipped the scales at 156 pounds. Co-headliners Deiveson Figueiredo and Montel Jackson also made weight for their bantamweight clash.
Merab Dvalishvili called out by former UFC champion on two-fight skid
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 10, 2025
A former UFC titleholder hopes to challenge Merab Dvalishvili despite suffering some setbacks. Dvalishvili has had a memorable run as the UFC Bantamweight Champion. After defeating Sean O’Malley back in Sept. 2024 to capture the gold, “The Machine” thwarted Umar Nurmagomedov for his first successful title defense. He then submitted O’Malley in their rematch, and recently defeated Cory Sandhagen via unanimous decision.
MMA analyst wants to see Alex Pereira fight Carlos Ulberg before heavyweight move
Harry Kettle - October 10, 2025
MMA analyst Laura Sanko has given her thoughts on Alex Pereira fighting Carlos Ulberg before a heavyweight switch. Right now, the sky is the limit for Alex Pereira. He defeated Magomed Ankalaev to recapture the UFC light heavyweight championship at UFC 320 and ever since then, many have been questioning what’s next for him – whether it be Carlos Ulberg, Jiri Prochazka or perhaps a move to heavyweight.
Merab Dvalishvili sparred five rounds on the day of UFC 320, says Khalil Rountree Jr
Harry Kettle - October 10, 2025
UFC champion Merab Dvalishvili sparred for five full rounds on the day of UFC 320, according to Khalil Rountree Jr. Last weekend, Merab Dvalishvili defeated Cory Sandhagen and successfully defended the UFC bantamweight championship for the third time. Once again, he proved that his insane cardio is on a different level, and he even managed to show off some of his new striking abilities by dropping Sandhagen in the second round.