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Angela Hill
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Winningest strawweight in UFC history returns at UFC 322

Dylan Bowker - September 11, 2025

The all-time leader for strawweight wins in the UFC will return to the octagon at Madison Square Garden. UFC 322 will see Angela Hill step back into the cage to take on an up-and-coming prospect in Fatima Kline, as first reported by MMA Junkie. On November 15th at the World’s Most Famous Arena, the former Invicta FC titleholder will look to further add to her records for overall appearances in UFC contracted bouts at 115 pounds, in addition to Hill’s all-time strawweight wins distinction. ‘Overkill’ has garnered 12 wins across 27 appearances, which represent both of the aforementioned all-time records at 115 pounds throughout the annals of the promotion’s existence.

Alex Pereira Magomed Ankalaev UFC 313 weigh-ins
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Alex Pereira: "The story will be over" with Magomed Ankalaev post-UFC 320

Dylan Bowker - September 11, 2025

Alex Pereira does not necessarily see a rubber match down the line with Magomed Ankalaev once the dust settles on their rematch at UFC 320. ‘Poatan’ first fought Ankalaev earlier this year at UFC 313, with the Russian combatant wresting the light heavyweight title from Pereira by way of a unanimous decision in March. It’s a classic scenario in combat sports to have a tiebreaking trilogy bout, if Pereira were to regain the gold in their October 4th sequel clash, but in an interview with MMA Junkie, where a translator from Stake who translated the imparted message from Portuguese to English, Pereira said [via MMA Junkie],

Terence Crawford press conference
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Terence Crawford shuts down injury rumors ahead of Canelo Alvarez megafight

Cole Shelton - September 11, 2025

Terence Crawford says he’s healthy and isn’t battling any injuries despite some online rumors. Crawford is set to box Canelo Alvarez on Saturday in Las Vegas, Nevada, in a highly anticipated bout. Heading into the fight, Crawford is a +140 underdog while the Mexican is a -180 favorite on FanDuel.

Kelvin Gastelum
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Kelvin Gastelum believes he's fighting for his job at Noche UFC

Cole Shelton - September 11, 2025

Kelvin Gastelum believes he could be on the chopping block ahead of Noche UFC. Gastelum is set to take on Dustin Stoltzfus on Saturday in a fight he believes has high stakes. Gastelum is coming off a decision loss to Joe Pyfer and is 3-7 in his last 10, so he believes he’s fighting for his job on Saturday night.

Ilia Topuria answers a question during the UFC 317 press conference, opposite Terence Crawford during a media day interview
Ilia Topuria

Ilia Topuria responds to Terence Crawford's 'drunk' comments by sending a message to top boxing stars

Curtis Calhoun - September 11, 2025

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria responded to Terence Crawford’s latest remarks about a potential future crossover fight. Tensions are ramping up between UFC lightweight champ Ilia Topuria and boxing superstar Terence Crawford.

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UFC 'sociopath' Sean Strickland was 'excited' to learn Charlie Kirk was killed

BJ Penn Staff - September 11, 2025

You had to know Sean Strickland would be one of the first UFC fighters to chime in on the murder of Charlie Kirk. Kirk, a controversial conservative pundit, was shot and killed in Utah on Wednesday, and graphic video of the incident quickly began to surface. The hunt for the killer is still underway as of Thursday afternoon, yet FBI have identified a person of interest.

Maycee Barber gets her hands wrapped backstage ahead of her scheduled fight vs. Erin Blanchfield
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Maycee Barber set for UFC 323 return in first fight since stunning last-minute withdrawal

Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2025

UFC women’s flyweight contender Maycee Barber will return to the Octagon just months after a significant health scare canceled her fight with Erin Blanchfield. Maycee Barber will return to the Octagon just months after her scheduled main event bout against Erin Blanchfield was canceled just minutes before she was supposed to walk to the cage.

Dominick Cruz commentates cageside at UFC 318, opposite Henry Cejudo punching Cruz at UFC 249
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Dominick Cruz goes on X-rated rant against referee Keith Peterson five years after controversial stoppage

Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2025

Former UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz still holds a major grudge against referee Keith Peterson. Dominick Cruz announced his retirement from MMA earlier this year after his planned final fight at UFC Seattle was scratched due to an injury suffered in camp. Despite the abrupt end to his fighting career, Cruz is a likely future UFC Hall of Famer and arguably the greatest bantamweight in the promotion’s history.

Rob Font
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Rob Font "is levels above [David Martinez] in terms of skill", says ranked UFC bantamweight

Dylan Bowker - September 10, 2025

Rob Font will look to extend his winning streak to three straight this weekend at Noche UFC and a training partner of his has weighed in on the contest. A picture of Aiemann Zahabi with Rob Font honing their skills inside the gym came up on social media a couple months ago with the two ranked bantamweights getting in key work ahead of big fights that each are lined up for. While Font had his Raul Rosas Jr. fight fall out, David Martinez has since stepped in there for this Noche UFC card to battle the talented 135 pounder.

Khabib Nurmagomedov holds a PFL belt, opposite Nurmagomedov being removed from a Frontier Airlines flight
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Khabib Nurmagomedov's longtime coach shares 'stupid' detail from viral airplane incident

Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2025

UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov was removed from a Frontier Airlines flight earlier this year in a clip that went viral on social media. Khabib Nurmagomedov unintentionally made headlines earlier this year when the UFC Hall of Famer was famously removed from the exit row of a Frontier Airlines flight. Reactions from the likes of UFC CEO Dana White, former rival Dustin Poirier, and others scolded the company for its controversial actions.

Khabib Nurmagomedov during UFC press conference
Khabib Nurmagomedov

Khabib Nurmagomedov has an 'asterisk' on legendary UFC career, says Joe Rogan

Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 10, 2025

Joe Rogan believes that Khabib Nurmagomedov should’ve had one loss on his pro MMA record. There is no doubting the accomplishments Nurmagomedov made throughout his prizefighting career. He dominated the likes of Conor McGregor, Justin Gaethje, and Dustin Poirier. He also captured UFC gold along the way, and retired with an undefeated record of 29-0.

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Noche UFC headliner Jean Silva names middleweight contender who he can't stand

Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 10, 2025

Jean Silva isn’t fond of one popular UFC middleweight. While Silva is focused on his upcoming featherweight tilt against Diego Lopes for Noche UFC, he hasn’t been shy in expressing his disdain for a 185-pounder. The name in question is Paulo Costa.