UFC News
Eddie Hearn responds to Dana White's boxing challenge: "Of course I'd do it"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2026
Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn has responded to UFC CEO Dana White’s suggestion of a boxing match. Hearn and White were once chummy, but now the two are at odds. The issues began when White dipped his toes in the sweet science with Zuffa Boxing. After some tense verbal exchanges, Zuffa Boxing signed Conor Benn to a one-fight deal worth $15 million. Benn had worked with Hearn for a decade.
UFC 326 headliner Charles Oliveira puts his resume above Khabib Nurmagomedov
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2026
As Charles Oliveira gears up for another pivotal fight in his Hall of Fame-worthy career, he’s putting his resume over elite names, such as Khabib Nurmagomedov. Oliveira is set to meet Max Holloway on Saturday with the BMF Championship on the line. The bout will headline UFC 326 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. For Oliveira, it’s a chance to jump back into title contention and possibly become a two-time UFC Lightweight Champion by the end of 2026.
UFC 326 weigh-in results: Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira hit targets, one fight scrapped
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2026
The UFC 326 weigh-ins are in and while one fight has been cancelled, the main event between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira is intact. Holloway and Oliveira will collide on Saturday with the BMF Championship at stake. This will be their second encounter, as they competed in a 2015 clash that ended prematurely when Oliveira suffered a micro-tear in his esophagus. Holloway’s weight was 155.5 pounds, while Oliveira clocked in at 156 pounds.
Cory Sandhagen goes after Sean O'Malley regarding possible bantamweight fight
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2026
Cory Sandhagen has slammed Sean O’Malley as he continues to push for a fight against the former UFC bantamweight champion. As we know, Cory Sandhagen is easily one of the most exciting bantamweights out there in the world of mixed martial arts. He has achieved some big things in his career, but of course, he has yet to hold gold in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, with his latest attempt coming against the great Merab Dvalishvili.
Dana White admits he and Tom Aspinall 'need to talk' after tense UFC 321 fallout, weighs in on champ's uncertain future
Curtis Calhoun - March 5, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White admitted his current relationship with heavyweight titleholder Tom Aspinall is currently strained after UFC 321. Tom Aspinall and UFC CEO Dana White haven’t spoken to each other since Aspinall’s first title defense at UFC 321 came to an abrupt halt.
Tom Aspinall details fighting future in first remarks since signing with Eddie Hearn
Curtis Calhoun - March 5, 2026
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall plans to ‘maximize’ his potential after a shocking signing with Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn. Tom Aspinall’s first UFC heavyweight title defense ended in chaos as his fight against Ciryl Gane ended in a no-contest at UFC 321 last year. Aspinall continues to recover from multiple eye injuries suffered in a short-lived bout and recently underwent another surgery on both of his eyes impacted by accidental pokes.
Dana White blames Eddie Hearn for starting boxing promoter feud: 'Let's fight'
Curtis Calhoun - March 5, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White didn’t expect Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn would become one of his biggest enemies in his new business venture. Dana White is riding high as Zuffa Boxing takes shape in its inaugural year as a promotion. White recently signed Conor Benn, one of the best boxers in the world, to a lucrative $15 million deal for an upcoming fight.
Khamzat Chimaev's middleweight future doubtful after huge leak from UFC legend
Curtis Calhoun - March 5, 2026
A former UFC middleweight champion says Khamzat Chimaev’s days as the division’s champion could be numbered due to a staggering gain. UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev’s first title defense still hasn’t been finalized more than half a year after his championship victory. Chimaev dethroned Dricus du Plessis by unanimous decision at UFC 319 last year, utilizing his elite wrestling to pitch a shutout inside the Octagon.
UFC champion Tom Aspinall signs with Eddie Hearn's talent agency as Dana White feud gets spicier
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2026
The current rivalry between Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn and Zuffa’s Dana White has gotten even more intriguing. Zuffa Boxing made a big splash by signing Conor Benn to one-fight deal worth $15 million. Benn had been a fighter under Hearn for a decade before Zuffa Boxing made the move. Hearn has made it clear in interviews that he’s disappointed that Benn would sign on with someone he’s in a war of words with.
Caio Borralho makes clear prediction for Fighting Nerds ahead of UFC 326: "Nobody is going to stop that"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2026
Caio Borralho thinks 2026 and beyond will be smooth sailing for The Fighting Nerds. Borralho will have a chance to help prove it when he meets Reinier de Ridder at UFC 326 on Saturday. It’s a chance for Borralho to rebound after a unanimous decision loss to Nassourdine Imavov back in Sept. 2025. Borralho remains near the top of the middleweight rankings, and a win over de Ridder could put him closer to a top five spot.
Sean Strickland gets unexpected support from rival amid Khamzat Chimaev feud
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2026
Sean Strickland is getting some support from a former foe, who believes he’s got a shot at dethroning Khamzat Chimaev. While Nassourdine Imavov made a case to receive a UFC Middleweight Championship opportunity by extending his winning streak to five after defeating Caio Borralho, Strickland has regained momentum. In the main event of UFC Houston, Strickland crumbled Hernandez with a knee to the body and some follow-up punches to seal the second-round TKO finish.
Cody Garbrandt explains how fighting helped him find peace ahead of UFC 326
Harry Kettle - March 5, 2026
UFC veteran Cody Garbrandt has spoken openly about how fighting has helped him to find peace in his life. We all know the story of Cody Garbrandt by this point. Almost ten years ago, he captured the UFC bantamweight championship and proceeded to have a pretty dramatic fall down the rankings in the bantamweight division. He also tested the waters at flyweight, but that didn’t exactly work out for him either.