UFC’s Dan Hooker on why he’ll make ‘super-freak’ athlete Arman Tsarukyan look ‘like an idiot’ Hooker and Tsarukyan will square off in a crucial lightweight clash on 22 November The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2025
Arman Tsarukyan and Ian Machado Garry fights confirmed for UFC Qatar double-header Tsarukyan and Machado Garry are looking to secure title shots at lightweight and welterweight, respectively The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2025
Paddy Pimblett interview: I would finish Ilia Topuria, make him unrecognisable Exclusive interview: ‘The Baddy’ expects much-anticipated fight to be his next Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2025
Justin Gaethje’s manager provides Ilia Topuria fight update amid UFC 322 reports Topuria’s first title defence as lightweight champion has been the subject of intense speculation The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025
Paddy Pimblett provides update on Ilia Topuria fight amid UFC lightweight disarray ‘Paddy The Baddy’ has been linked to a shot at the lightweight title, but also a possible bout with Justin Gaethje The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025
Charles Oliveira’s next opponent revealed as Rafael Fiziev in unexpected pairing at UFC Rio The former lightweight champion will fight in his home country for the first time in over five years The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025
Dan Hooker claims ‘UFC doesn’t respect me’ after ticket controversy Hooker claimed the promotion cancelled his tickets to UFC 317, where his teammate Kai Kara-France challenged for a world title The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025
Rumoured Paddy Pimblett opponent Justin Gaethje provides major update on UFC title picture Pimblett has been linked with Gaethje for a potential No 1 contender’s fight The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025
UFC icon Dustin Poirier retires after defeat by Max Holloway in thrilling trilogy bout Holloway retained the ‘Baddest Motherf*****’ title and finally beat his old rival, who retired in his home state The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2025
UFC 318 prediction: Holloway vs Poirer best bets and odds Follow our UFC betting tips ahead of UFC 318 in New Orleans The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2025
Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett have left the UFC with one choice Comment: A years-long grudge could be settled in one of the most high-profile fights in recent memory. With the UFC’s allure dropping this year, it should pounce – regardless of whether Pimblett has earned this title shot The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2025
Dustin Poirier chose alternative opponent to Max Holloway for UFC retirement fight Poirier will retire in July, once he has completed his trilogy with Holloway at UFC 318 The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025
Best UFC Knockouts Of All Time Ranked: Our Top Five Picks We're taking a look at the best UFC knockouts of all time, and ranking the top five most unforgettable stoppages in the promotion's history. The Sports Daily · Jun 3, 2025
Justin Gaethje Left Angry At UFC Lightweight Title Shot SNUB Justin Gaethje was left seething after being snubbed of a shot at the vacant UFC Lightweight Title. Who will Gaethje fight next instead? Sports Lens · May 21, 2025
The Independent UK · May 21, 2025 Ilia Topuria splits from coaches in shock move ahead of UFC 317 title fight Topuria will face Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight belt on 28 June
The Independent UK · May 21, 2025 UFC commentator Jon Anik says Justin Gaethje was irate at Topuria vs Oliveira match-up Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira will clash over the vacant lightweight title in June
The Independent UK · May 16, 2025 Is it time to accept the truth? Islam Makhachev is greater than Khabib Nurmagomedov Comment: As Makhachev’s lightweight run comes to an end, we can finally judge how it compares to that of Khabib – his childhood friend and now coach
The Independent UK · May 15, 2025 Ilia Topuria makes tongue-in-cheek Charles Oliveira vow ‘because I like him a lot’ Topuria will face the former UFC lightweight champion for the division’s vacant title in June
The Independent UK · May 15, 2025 Strange UFC curse hangs over Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira’s title decider After the pair clash over the vacant 155lb belt, a new reign will begin – but how will it ultimately end?
The Independent UK · May 13, 2025 Ilia Topuria vs Charles Oliveira booked to crown new UFC lightweight champion as Islam Makhachev vacates Topuria vacated the featherweight belt to challenge for lightweight gold, and he will do so against former 155lb champion Oliveira this summer
Sports Lens · Apr 27, 2025 Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier 3 Confirmed For UFC 318 The Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier trilogy has been announced for UFC 318, with the BMF Title on the line in Poirier's retirement fight.
Evening Standard · Apr 13, 2025 Paddy Pimblett next fight: The Baddy reveals who he wants to face after brutal Michael Chandler win Liverpool star has vaulted into the top echelons of the lightweight ranks after career night at UFC 314
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 12, 2025 Michael Chandler campaigns for Justin Gaethje UFC lightweight title shot Michael Chandler wants to see Justin Gaethje get the next UFC title shot.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2025 Justin Gaethje hopes ‘old guard holds up’ and Michael Chandler beats Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 Justin Gaethje is rooting for Michael Chandler at UFC 314.
The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2025 The Paddy Pimblett factor that highlights ‘impossible’ UFC change Liverpool’s ‘Paddy The Baddy’ faces his sternest test yet, against Michael Chandler at UFC 314