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Heavyweight legend shockingly picks Robelis Despaigne to KO Francis Ngannou in potential MVP MMA showdown
Curtis Calhoun - May 20, 2026
A former UFC heavyweight champion believes Robelis Despaigne would become the first fighter to knock out Francis Ngannou in the cage. It was a triumphant return to Mixed Martial Arts for former UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou last Saturday at Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, as Ngannou knocked out Philipe Lins in the first round of their heavyweight matchup. It was Ngannou’s first MMA fight since his lone Professional Fighters League appearance in October 2024.
Conor McGregor has one chance to upset Max Holloway at UFC 329, says Chris Weidman: "If anyone could do it, it's him"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 20, 2026
Conor McGregor is a sizable underdog going into his UFC 329 rematch with Max Holloway, but is there a chance for the “Notorious” one? McGregor has been out of the Octagon since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier back in 2021. He was set for a comeback fight against Michael Chandler in 2024, but a toe injury put a dent in that plan.
Islam Makhachev and Khamzat Chimaev slammed by King Green for boring style: "Some of the most horrible title fights I've ever seen"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 20, 2026
King Green is not a fan of how Islam Makhachev and Khamzat Chimaev handle business inside the Octagon. Green is known for his willingness to enter the fire in his UFC bouts, and it has earned him four “Fight of the Night” bonuses and three “Performance of the Night” bonuses, which becomes four if you include his lone “Submission of the Night.” At times, Green’s style has cost him with KO losses to the likes of Mauricio Ruffy and Jalin Turner, but he’s been able to bounce back from defeat several times.
Dustin Poirier shares what Justin Gaethje must do to defeat Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250: "This fight he has to be perfect"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 20, 2026
Dustin Poirier has an idea of what Justin Gaethje needs to do to ensure victory over Ilia Topuria. Gaethje and Topuria are scheduled to collide in a lightweight title unification bout in the UFC Freedom 250 headliner. “The Highlight” captured the interim 155-pound gold when he earned a unanimous decision win over Paddy Pimblett back in January. At the time, Topuria was on hiatus.
Jim Miller is "holding it down for us old guys" with UFC 328 win, per ex-champ who fought Miller in 2011
Dylan Bowker - May 20, 2026
Jim Miller has a level of longevity that draws the attention of everyone in the MMA community including former UFC champions that Miller has fought. Benson Henderson is the combatant in question who returns to MMA to compete with Patrick Habirora at PFL Brussels in the May 23rd headliner. ‘Bendo’ beat Jim Miller by way of unanimous decision in the confines of the cage at UFC on Versus 5 in August 2011. In the wake of Miller securing a submission victory at UFC 328 over Jared Gordon, when giving his thoughts on Miller adding another W to his MMA ledger, Henderson said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],
Eddie Alvarez believes Conor McGregor could write best comeback story ever at UFC 329
Harry Kettle - May 20, 2026
Conor McGregor’s former rival Eddie Alvarez has given his thoughts on the Irishman’s return to the cage at UFC 329. As we know, Conor McGregor will make his return to the cage at UFC 329 when he squares off against Max Holloway for the second time. It comes over a decade after the two first met, and on that occasion, Conor was able to fight through an injury and pick up the win over a young and inexperienced Holloway.
Carlos Prates reveals big future plans after recent UFC success
Harry Kettle - May 20, 2026
UFC welterweight Carlos Prates has some pretty big plans for his future in the wake of his recent success in the division. Right now, there are few more interesting fighters in the Ultimate Fighting Championship than Carlos Prates. He has a great personality, the fans love him, and his fight style is very easy on the eye. Plus, he’s coming off the back of an absolutely masterful performance and win over Jack Della Maddalena.
Francis Ngannou has a post-UFC run problem, says Ben Askren
Harry Kettle - May 20, 2026
Former UFC star Ben Askren has given his thoughts on Francis Ngannou’s main problem since leaving the promotion. Last weekend, Francis Ngannou made his return to active competition in mixed martial arts with an emphatic win over Philipe Lins. While some enjoyed seeing him pick up another knockout triumph, others were concerned that the level of opposition wasn’t quite where it should be for a man who has conquered the heavyweight division in two different promotions.
Mike Perry blasts 'shameless people' criticizing dominant win over Nate Diaz at Rousey vs. Carano
Curtis Calhoun - May 19, 2026
Bare Knuckle FC superstar Mike Perry sent a fiery message to those who are downplaying his dominant win over Nate Diaz. Mike Perry became the first fighter to finish Nate Diaz in nearly seven years in their Mixed Martial Arts fight last Saturday at Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano. In a fight that was expected to be electric for as long as it lasted, Perry vs. Diaz entertained the masses, although it was a one-sided beatdown.
Aljamain Sterling eviscerates referee Herb Dean over Adriano Moraes vs. Phumi Nkuta controversy
Curtis Calhoun - May 19, 2026
Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling believes referee Herb Dean shouldn’t officiate high-level MMA bouts anymore. Longtime Mixed Martial Arts referee Herb Dean was under the spotlight once again, for the wrong reasons, last Saturday at Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano.
VIDEO | Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul have heated backstage altercation: 'Are you scared?'
Curtis Calhoun - May 19, 2026
Tensions are ramping up between former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul ahead of a potential boxing showdown. Just minutes after former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou’s triumphant return to Mixed Martial Arts, he and polarizing boxing star Jake Paul began to plant the seeds of a future fight.
UFC made the right call passing on Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, says Daniel Cormier: "That's just me being 1,000 percent truthful"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 19, 2026
Daniel Cormier thinks the UFC brass ultimately made the right decision to not give massive payouts to Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano. Rousey and Carano mixed it up for all of 17 seconds in their comeback fight to cap off MVP MMA 1 this past weekend. “Rowdy” quickly scored a takedown and secured the submission finish after applying her signature armbar. It was another fast victory in the Hall of Fame career of Rousey.