UFC News
UFC parts ways with four more fighters, including Trevin Giles
Harry Kettle - July 10, 2025
The UFC has reportedly parted ways with four more fighters from its roster in the latest round of cuts. As we know, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is constantly churning out elite fighters who are all capable of mixing it up in the top 15 of their respective divisions. In equal measure, though, there are also many out there who fall short of the mark – in the eyes of the higher-ups, at least.
Max Griffin eager to punch Chris Curtis at UFC Nashville: "He just rubs me the wrong way"
Cole Shelton - July 9, 2025
Max Griffin says he doesn’t like Chris Curtis and is eager to fight him at UFC Nashville. Griffin is coming off a disappointing loss to Michael Chiesa. After the loss in December, Griffin made it clear that he wanted to return ASAP, but he didn’t get booked until now.
WATCH | Emotional Ben Askren gives health update from hospital bed: "I only died four times"
Cole Shelton - July 9, 2025
Ben Askren has given an update from his hospital bed after he had a double lung transplant. Askren has been in the hospital for months and is starting to get better after getting the transplant. On Wednesday, he posted a video on his Instagram giving fans a big update on his health and what he was going through.
Charles Oliveira explains what he should've done differently against Ilia Topuria
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 9, 2025
Charles Oliveira admits he made some mistakes in his title fight against Ilia Topuria. Oliveira and Topuria did battle in the main event of UFC 317. The fight hit the ground, but only momentarily. Once the action returned to the feet, it didn’t take “El Matador” long to put “do Bronx” to sleep with a right hand followed by a left.
Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy admits to lying about military award: 'I am deeply sorry'
BJ Penn Staff - July 9, 2025
Former UFC middleweight Tim Kennedy is coming clean. Kennedy, once a top middleweight in both Strikeforce and the UFC, has an extensive military background, and several awards for his service. However, he has previously claimed to have received a Bronze Star with Valor. That claim was eventually called out by several members of the military. Then, it was proven to be outright false.
Derrick Lewis explains why he doesn't believe he'd get booked on a UFC White House card
Harry Kettle - July 9, 2025
UFC veteran Derrick Lewis isn’t convinced that he’ll get the call to compete on a UFC White House card. On Saturday night, Derrick Lewis will go head to head with Tallison Teixeira. After winning two of his last three fights, some wonder whether or not ‘The Black Beast’ could have one more big run in the promotion. Given how light it seems to be at the top of the heavyweight division, it certainly feels like a possibility.
Alexander Volkanovski reveals his family wanted him to retire after UFC 314 win
Harry Kettle - July 9, 2025
Alexander Volkanovski has revealed that his family wanted to see him retire in the wake of his victory at UFC 314. In the main event of UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes to regain the UFC featherweight championship. It was a fantastic comeback moment for a fighter who, in his prime, was widely considered to be one of the best fighters in all of mixed martial arts.
Alexander Volkov reveals plans for his UFC future after recent break
Harry Kettle - July 9, 2025
UFC veteran Alexander Volkov has revealed his future plans following his controversial loss to Ciryl Gane last year. For the longest time, Alexander Volkov has been seen as one of the leading contenders in the heavyweight division. While he’s never been world champion, he’s been constantly improving and getting better, learning from all of his past mistakes along the way.
Steve Garcia confident he will be first person to KO Calvin Kattar at UFC Nashville: "We are going to swing and watch someone fall"
Cole Shelton - July 8, 2025
Steve Garcia is ready to make a statement and prove he is a top-ranked featherweight at UFC Nashville. Garcia was supposed to face Edson Barboza at UFC Seattle in February, but the Brazilian had to pull out. After he withdrew, it was disappointing for Garcia, as it was going to be a big-name opponent he could build his name off of.
Derrick Lewis says he "needs" to fight Tom Aspinall before his career is over: "I'm just looking to knock guys out"
Cole Shelton - July 8, 2025
Derrick Lewis wants to fight Tom Aspinall before his career is over. Lewis is set to headline UFC Nashville on Saturday against Taillon Teixeira in a fight he’s a +210 underdog in on FanDuel. If Lewis can pull off the upset, he’d be right back in the title picture at heavyweight, and he is hopeful he can face to Aspinall for the belt before his career is up.
Fight fans lash out after Dana White shares full line-up for 'bad ass' UFC card
BJ Penn Staff - July 8, 2025
Dana White is very excited about the line-up for UFC 318. It’s safe to say UFC fans are not quite as jazzed. UFC 318 is set for July 19 in New Orleans, Louisiana. In the main event, Louisianan hero Dustin Poirier will compete in his final fight, taking on a fellow UFC legend in Max Holloway. You won’t find many fight fans complaining about the card’s main event, but beyond the headliner, the line-up has been the subject of some controversy.
UFC legend Georges St-Pierre shares his 'conclusion' on UFO encounters
BJ Penn Staff - July 8, 2025
Georges St-Pierre is considered one of the greatest fighters in UFC history. These days, the Canadian MMA star is more concerned with a different acronym: UFO. St-Pierre, the former welterweight and middleweight UFC champion, is well-known for his belief in alien life and UFOs (unidentified flying objects).