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Loma Lookboonmee "doesn't like [Jaqueline Amorim] that much", stoked to fight in Asia after nearly a decade away at UFC Macau
Dylan Bowker - May 29, 2026
Loma Lookboonmee takes to the cage at UFC Macau on a card that caps off of a three-day run of events, with this UFC Fight Night effort transpiring on May 30th. Lookboonmee clashes with Jaqueline Amorim, and when offering up her thoughts on receiving a bout offer for this intriguing card at Galaxy Arena in Macau, China, on Saturday (through the assistance of an interpretor), Lookboonmee said [via Bowks Talking Bouts], “I was really excited when I got the call for this fight. It’s been seven years since I last fought in Asia. So I’m really excited to be competing near home again.”
WATCH | Cameron Smotherman trolls UFC staff with fake faint after scary UFC 324 weigh-in
Curtis Calhoun - May 29, 2026
UFC bantamweight Cameron Smotherman gave staff members a brief scare just months after his viral faint ahead of his last fight. UFC Macau is hours away as top bantamweights Song Yadong and former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo battle in the main event. The winner could potentially move into a No. 1 contender victory with a win this weekend as the UFC returns to China.
Joe Rogan points out big 'issue' Alex Pereira will face in UFC heavyweight debut
Curtis Calhoun - May 29, 2026
Longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes one of Alex Pereira’s greatest strengths could be hindered in his move to heavyweight. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira will look to make history when he faces Ciryl Gane for the interim UFC heavyweight title at UFC Freedom 250 next month. This will mark Pereira’s first heavyweight appearance in his combat sports career, and if he’s victorious, he’d become the first fighter in UFC history to win belts in three divisions.
Eddie Hearn dares Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from UFC deal: "It's disgusting what they're paying him"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 29, 2026
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn has a proposal for Dana White to get Tom Aspinall out of his UFC contract. Aspinall is the reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion, but there has been some friction with the promotion he’s called home since 2020. Aspinall was none too pleased with how White responded to his eye injury that put an early halt to his UFC 321 bout against Ciryl Gane.
Cain Velasquez gives an honest opinion on potentially fighting again
Harry Kettle - May 29, 2026
UFC heavyweight legend Cain Velasquez has given his thoughts on potentially fighting again at some point in the future. As we know, Cain Velasquez is regarded as one of the greatest heavyweights to ever compete in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He is a multiple-time world champion, and he has picked up some huge wins throughout the course of his illustrious career.
Ilia Topuria believes he will embarrass Arman Tsarukyan in potential fight
Harry Kettle - May 29, 2026
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria believes he would embarrass Arman Tsarukyan if the two ever fought one another. Ilia Topuria has his sights set on greatness in the world of mixed martial arts and in his next outing, he will attempt to successfully defend his UFC lightweight championship when he puts it on the line against veteran Justin Gaethje.
Sean O'Malley addresses possible weather concerns for UFC White House event
Harry Kettle - May 29, 2026
UFC star Sean O’Malley has given his thoughts on the possible weather concerns surrounding the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 event. In his next outing, Sean O’Malley will go head to head with Aiemann Zahabi in a fascinating bantamweight encounter. If he’s able to pick up the win, there’s an excellent chance that he will set himself up for a world title opportunity at some point later this year.
Nassourdine Imavov reacts to Sean Strickland vs. Khamzat Chimaev rematch talks after Dana White's admission
Curtis Calhoun - May 28, 2026
Top UFC middleweight contender Nassourdine Imavov’s long-awaited middleweight title shot might hit another speed bump. UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland shocked the world once again when he handed Khamzat Chimaev his first loss in the cage earlier this month at UFC 328. After months of bad blood between Strickland and Chimaev, the two middleweights went back-and-forth in one of the best fights of the year, with Strickland earning the split decision nod.
Joe Rogan reacts to 'robbery' narrative of Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven controversy
Curtis Calhoun - May 28, 2026
Longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes officials got it wrong in the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven super fight. Former GLORY Kickboxing heavyweight champ Rico Verhoeven was minutes away from shocking the world and handing WBC heavyweight boxing titleholder Oleksandr Usyk a stunning loss in the ring last weekend. Verhoeven looked poised and crisp through the first 10 rounds of the fight, with many believing he won most of the early action.
Song Yadong explains why he's so confident ahead of UFC Macau main event against Deiveson Figueiredo
Cole Shelton - May 28, 2026
Song Yadong is oozing with confidence ahead of his UFC Macau main event fight against Deiveson Figueiredo. Yadong is set to headline the card on Saturday against the former flyweight champ in a pivotal bantamweight scrap. Heading into the fight, Yadong is a -600 favorite, and he believes that’s because he’s better everywhere and will be able to finish the Brazilian to send a statement to the entire division.
Dustin Poirier won't rule out comeback fight with Conor McGregor: "I would probably get back in the drug-testing protocol"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 28, 2026
Dustin Poirier continues to leave the door open to fight again despite retiring from pro MMA competition. Poirier had his retirement fight at UFC 318 on July 19, 2025. He was defeated by Max Holloway via unanimous decision, but he got to compete in front of his Louisiana fans before riding off into the sunset. While many believe it was the right time for “The Diamond” to walk away, he hasn’t been shy in admitting the itch to fight is still there.
Dana White won't commit to Sean Strickland vs. Khamzat Chimaev rematch yet: "We don't know what we're going to do"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 28, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White isn’t sure whether or not a rematch between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev will be the next middleweight title fight. Strickland pulled off another big upset at the conclusion of UFC 328 in Newark on May 9. Chimaev was the sizable betting favorite, but he was forced to stand with Strickland after the opening frame. Strickland made it a dog fight and he earned the split decision victory to become a two-time UFC Middleweight Champion.