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Holly Holm hits back at Ronda Rousey's 'clean her clock' comments about potential MMA rematch
Curtis Calhoun - June 3, 2026
Former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm responded to her former rival, Ronda Rousey’s recent comments about a rematch. UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey’s highly anticipated return to Mixed Martial Arts lasted just 17 seconds last month, as she submitted Gina Carano with her patented armbar. Rousey hadn’t fought since back-to-back losses to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes to end her UFC tenure.
Belal Muhammad vows to show the world he's still the 'best guy' against Gabriel Bonfim at UFC Vegas 118
Cole Shelton - June 3, 2026
Belal Muhammad plans to remind everyone he’s still one of the best welterweights in the world. Muhammad is set to headline UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday against Gabriel Bonfim in a pivotal fight at welterweight. Despite losing his last two fights, Muhammad enters the bout as a -130 favorite while the Brazilian is a +102 underdog on FanDuel.
VIDEO | Former MMA fighter Josh Longood restrains unruly Frontier Airlines passenger
Curtis Calhoun - June 3, 2026
MMA veteran Josh Longood potentially saved lives after a Frontier Airlines passenger attempted to open an emergency door mid-flight. A Frontier Airlines flight from Puerto Rico to Chicago turned chaotic after an unruly passenger attempted to open the emergency door mid-flight and assaulted an off-duty airline employee.
Sergei Pavlovich calls to 'settle business' with Josh Hokit after UFC White House
Curtis Calhoun - June 3, 2026
Former UFC interim title challenger Sergei Pavlovich has his eyes set on Josh Hokit after Hokit’s upcoming fight at the White House. UFC heavyweight contender Sergei Pavlovich earned an impressive first-round knockout win over Tallison Teixeira last Saturday at UFC Macau. After recent lopsided defeats to Tom Aspinall and Alexander Volkov, Pavlovich is back in the heavyweight title discussion after earning his third consecutive victory.
Jon Anik leaves Colby Covington off his UFC Hall of Fame list: "He falls a little bit short of inclusion"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 3, 2026
UFC play-by-play ace Jon Anik doesn’t exactly view Colby Covington as Hall of Fame worthy. Covington recently wrapped up his pro MMA career in a move that surprised some. While “Chaos” will turn 39 in 2027, he had showed signs that he was ready for his next fight. Covington had been pounding the table to be a part of the UFC Freedom 250 card, but he didn’t get his wish and he ultimately retired.
Belal Muhammad no longer interested in Kamaru Usman grudge match: "The guy’s been avoiding me forever"
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.
Ilia Topuria calls for welterweight title fight if he beats Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250: "If you don't take risks, there is no champagne"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 3, 2026
Ilia Topuria would be quite pleased if he can secure a welterweight title fight after UFC Freedom 250. Topuria will first need to take care of business on June 14. The lightweight titleholder is scheduled to face interim champion Justin Gaethje on the White House lawn. “El Matador” captured the 155-pound gold with a first-round knockout win over Charles Oliveira back in June 2025, but he went on a brief hiatus, which opened the door for Gaethje’s interim title win over Paddy Pimblett.
Georges St-Pierre discusses his list of greatest MMA fighters of all time
Harry Kettle - June 3, 2026
UFC legend Georges St-Pierre has discussed who he considers to be some of the greatest to ever compete in the sport of MMA. When you talk about the best fighters to ever compete in mixed martial arts, Georges St-Pierre is a name that many will mention. He is a two-weight UFC world champion, and he was able to avenge both of the defeats he suffered as a professional fighter.
Usman Nurmagomedov opens up regarding his MMA future
Harry Kettle - June 3, 2026
Usman Nurmagomedov has opened up on his mixed martial arts future ahead of his next outing for PFL. In his next fight, Usman Nurmagomedov will defend his PFL lightweight championship against Archie Colgan on July 31st. Over the course of the last few years, Usman has established himself as one of the best lightweights in the world – but many are eager to see what he could accomplish in the UFC.
Gable Steveson Can "Dominate" at UFC 329 and thereafter with Jon Jones as mentor, per UFC Hall of Famer
Dylan Bowker - June 2, 2026
Gable Steveson and UFC Ceiling are already being perceived in a particular way ahead of his promotional debut with a UFC Hall of Famer weighing in on all of that. Gable Steveson is unbeaten in MMA, and the Jon Jones protege is making his UFC debut at UFC 329 against Elisha Ellison. The UFC Hall of Fame inductee in question is Clay Guida, who discussed this ahead of a Real American Freestyle contest with Steveson also competing for RAF. There’s a certain sentiment from many who in the wrestling space, but also within MMA, who tout Gable Stevenson’s ability to become a UFC champion in pretty short order. When asked if he sees what other people are seemingly seeing, Guida said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],
Ilia Topuria's ex blames Joe Rogan for death threats, harassment stemming from fake AI photo
Curtis Calhoun - June 2, 2026
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria’s ex-wife blames Joe Rogan for a series of alleged death threats against her and her family. Ilia Topuria will headline the upcoming UFC White House card against interim titleholder Justin Gaethje in a highly anticipated matchup later this month. After almost a full year away from fighting, Topuria will finally return to the Octagon to defend his undisputed lightweight title against the UFC fan favorite Gaethje.
Justin Gaethje compares Ilia Topuria to Conor McGregor as he predicts sharp UFC downfall
Curtis Calhoun - June 2, 2026
Interim UFC lightweight champ Justin Gaethje believes Ilia Topuria is about to hit a massive wall due to his Conor McGregor-esque ego. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria is one of the biggest stars in combat sports after knocking out Max Holloway, Alexander Volkanovski, and Charles Oliveira over his last three fights. During his unbeaten UFC tenure, he’s one of a handful of UFC legends to win titles in multiple divisions, and could potentially fight for a third belt if he moves up to fight Islam Makhachev.
Cub Swanson praised for "doing things his way", by Benson Henderson following former's UFC 327 swan song
Dylan Bowker - June 2, 2026
Cub Swanson rode off into the sunset in an idyllic fashion, with one of his long-time peers giving the UFC Hall of Famer props. Benson Henderson is the combatant in question who spoke on Swanson hanging up the gloves as the former prepared for his MMA return against Patrick Habirora at PFL Brussels last week. Swanson finished Nate Landwehr with a knockout in the final minute of the opening round at UFC 327 and capped off a legendary career in cinematic fashion. That early 2010s and late 2000s WEC era takes up a special place in the hearts of millennial mixed martial arts enthusiasts. A lot was made of Cub Swanson hanging up the gloves and being among the final WEC alumni who were among the last guys of his era. As a former WEC champion before he hoisted UFC gold, Benson Henderson is well woven within that tradition. When describing his thoughts on Cub’s swan song fight in April and if he caught it live considering he is watching MMA a fair bit less these days, Henderson said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],
Georges St-Pierre claims UFC shut down Anderson Silva super fight over drug test request
Curtis Calhoun - June 2, 2026
Georges St-Pierre claims Dana White and the brass didn’t book an Anderson Silva super fight for several head-scratching reasons. UFC Hall of Famers Georges St-Pierre and Anderson Silva seemed destined for a potential super fight during their respective title reigns while in the promotion. But for whatever reason, a St-Pierre vs. Silva fight never came to fruition, despite months of rumors inside Mixed Martial Arts.
Belal Muhammad calls Ben Askren wrestling match a 'lose-lose situation' for him
Cole Shelton - June 2, 2026
Belal Muhammad knows he’s in a no-win situation for his upcoming wrestling match. Muhammad is set to take on former Bellator and ONE Championship champion Ben Askren at RAF 11 on July 18. It’s Askren’s first time competing since his near-death encounter, which resulted in him having a double lung transplant.
Josh Hokit reacts to Sean O'Malley's admission he should've sided with 'Team Hokit' at UFC White House presser
Curtis Calhoun - June 2, 2026
UFC heavyweight contender Josh Hokit has a potential ally in Sean O’Malley if he gets into another altercation ahead of UFC White House. Josh Hokit will look to back up his ongoing trash talk with another win inside the Octagon when he faces UFC fan favorite Derrick Lewis at the White House later this month. Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje headlines a stacked card at UFC Freedom 250, featuring the biggest spotlight of Hokit’s young UFC career.
Kongchai chasing knockout at The Inner Circle main event on June 5
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 2, 2026
Kongchai Chanaidonmueang faces Moldovan striker Valerii Strungari in the strawweight Muay Thai main event of The Inner Circle, streaming live for members at live.onefc.com from Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on Friday, June 5. The 23-year-old Tor Sangtiennoi product carries a 78-16 professional record, a three-fight promotional winning streak, and a performance bonus in mind that goes beyond career momentum. A finish over Strungari would put the contract conversation to rest and put a significant bonus into the hands of the family that needs it most. Of Kongchai’s 11 promotional wins, only two came inside the distance. He has identified that as the gap he must close on Friday.
Arman Tsarukyan insists Khamzat Chimaev can stay at middleweight despite rough UFC 328 weight cut: "He just needs to adjust"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 2, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan is confident that Khamzat Chimaev can stick around at 185 pounds. Chimaev suffered the first loss of his pro MMA career in a highly competitive title fight against Sean Strickland at UFC 328. Chimaev put the UFC Middleweight Championship on the line against Strickland and realized that his grappling attempts would be no cake walk from the second round and beyond. Strickland made things a dog fight until the final horn and he was awarded with the split nod.