UFC News

Curtis Calhoun - February 12, 2026

The Ultimate Fighter Season 30 heavyweight winner, Mohammed Usman’s time in the UFC came to an abrupt end despite a 4-2 record. Mohammed Usman made a strong case to be a potential future heavyweight title contender when he knocked out Zac Pauga to win The Ultimate Fighter 30 in August 2022. Usman’s wins over Jake Collier and Junior Tafa proved himself as a potential star in the making in the heavyweight division.

Curtis Calhoun - February 12, 2026

UFC welterweight star Colby Covington answered recent rumors of a potential Conor McGregor fight at the White House. A rumored Conor McGregor vs. Colby Covington targeted fight booking at the White House raised eyebrows throughout the UFC’s fanbase earlier this month. McGregor, who hasn’t fought since injuring his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264, is targeting a return to the cage in June on the upcoming White House card.

Cole Shelton - February 12, 2026

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria is predicted to finish Justin Gaethje early when they fight, according to his coach. Javi Clement, the coach of Topuria, knows how good his fighter is and expects him to make quick work of Gaethje. Clement believes Gaethje won’t get past the first round, and believes Topuria will KO Gaethje on the first real exchange they have.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 12, 2026

Arman Tsarukyan might be Ilia Topuria’s kryptonite. To many within the MMA community, Tsarukyan is the obvious No. 1 contender for the UFC Lightweight Championship. “Ahalkalakets” has found himself on the outside looking in, however. Justin Gaethje has first dibs on Topuria’s 155-pound gold after capturing the interim title in a unanimous decision win over Paddy Pimblett.

Harry Kettle - February 12, 2026

MMA veteran Urijah Faber has taken the time to look ahead to his RAF 6 main event collision against Henry Cejudo. When you consider the impact he had throughout the course of his mixed martial arts career, it’s easy to understand why Urijah Faber is viewed as such a legend in the sport. He’s achieved some great things, and even now, he’s focusing his attention on the next generation through his coaching.

Dylan Bowker - February 11, 2026

Rafael Fiziev faced a setback against Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 325, but a teammate of the former foresees a comeback as being imminent. Daniil Donchenko is the combatant in question, the TUF champ/ main stage UFC debutant has a great history of having high-level teammates train along with him, and he has previously described Fiziev as his brother. While he had a bit of a rough night at the office against Mauricio Ruffy, Fiziev is still one of the top lightweights on the planet despite the recent victory drought inside of the octagon. When detailing his thoughts on that lightweight contest from UFC 325 between Fiziev and Ruffy, Donchenko said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],

Cole Shelton - February 11, 2026

The UFC plans to part ways with UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight Jailton Almeida. Almeida suffered a decision loss to Rizvan Kuniev on Saturday in a lackluster effort from the Brazilian. Almeida landed just 31 significant strikes in the three-round defeat, after landing just nine in a loss to Alexander Volkov the fight prior.

Curtis Calhoun - February 11, 2026

2026 could be the year of UFC superstar Nate Diaz’s return to the Octagon for the first time since UFC 279. It’s been almost four full years since UFC fans have watched Nate Diaz compete inside the Octagon. After submitting Tony Ferguson in a short-notice bout at UFC 279, Diaz parted ways with the promotion, fighting twice in the boxing ring.

Curtis Calhoun - February 11, 2026

Islam Makhachev is ready to book Ilia Topuria for his first title defense, over a potential matchup with former titleholder Kamaru Usman. UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev teased a potential fight with former titleholder Kamaru Usman for his first title defense. But three months after he won his second UFC title, Makhachev has reversed course in favor of another massive showdown.

Curtis Calhoun - February 11, 2026

UFC welterweight contender Geoff Neal opened up on some of his personal struggles outside of the cage for five years of his career. Many UFC fighters struggle with inner demons both in and out of the cage. Former UFC welterweight star Geoff Neal’s struggles over five years nearly brought his promising career to an abrupt end.

Cole Shelton - February 11, 2026

Paulo Costa is set to move up to the light heavyweight division. Costa is set to take on the undefeated Azamat Murzakanov next at UFC 327 in Miami on April 11. It’s an intriguing matchup, as the Brazilian is getting thrown into the deep end in his return to light heavyweight, although his first fight at 205lbs was due to a weight miss.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 11, 2026

Michael Page wouldn’t be surprised if he’s being punished with his questionable UFC London booking. Page is set to meet Sam Patterson inside the O2 Arena in London on March 21. “Venom” had been clamoring for a fight ever since his Aug. 2025 win over Jared Cannonier. While some expected Page to face a higher-ranked opponent, he gets the unranked Patterson instead.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 11, 2026

We have seen the last of Shavkat Rakhmonov inside the Octagon if Joaquin Buckley’s prediction comes true. Rakhmonov was a surefire No. 1 contender for the UFC Welterweight Championship by the end of 2024. He never ended up getting that title opportunity as he missed all of 2025 due to injuries. Rakhmonov shared that he recently suffered yet another setback and has undergone surgery, keeping him on the shelf for even longer.

Harry Kettle - February 11, 2026

UFC lightweight Mateusz Gamrot is interested in a possible showdown with Paddy Pimblett after his UFC 324 defeat. Ever since losing to Justin Gaethje at UFC 324, Paddy Pimblett has been subjected to a lot of criticism – some fair, and some potentially unfair. The Liverpudlian certainly showed a great deal of grit throughout this contest, but he just wasn’t able to hang in there with a big power puncher like ‘The Highlight’.

Harry Kettle - February 11, 2026

UFC star Charles Oliveira has spoken about his growth ever since his loss to Max Holloway all the way back in August 2015. When you talk about beloved fighters in the UFC, Charles Oliveira is one of the big names that really stands out. The Brazilian sensation is a former UFC lightweight champion, he’s been around for well over a decade, and he has produced some of the most memorable fights in recent memory.

Harry Kettle - February 11, 2026

UFC boss Dana White has made a big prediction for the promotion’s blockbuster event at the White House this summer. In June, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will put on one of its biggest shows ever at the White House. Dana White has been working hard alongside US president Donald Trump to make this happen, and it’s certainly shaping up to be a pretty interesting night of action.

Cole Shelton - February 10, 2026

Aljamain Sterling is eager to see Movsar Evloev take on Lerone Murphy at UFC London in a pivotal fight at featherweight. Evloev vs. Murphy is likely a No. 1 contender fight as both have never lost in their careers. Yet, Sterling does see some holes in Evloev’s game, especially after fighting him.

Curtis Calhoun - February 10, 2026

UFC welterweight veteran Alex Morono didn’t get the answer from the matchmakers he was looking for after another loss at UFC Vegas 113. UFC fan favorite Alex Morono suffered another big setback in the cage last Saturday at UFC Vegas 113. In a three-round fight, Morono dropped a unanimous decision loss to former The Ultimate Fighter winner Daniil Donchenko in a main card bout.