The Latest Breaking News from UFC 279

Khamzat Chimaev says four opponents turned him down: ‘Nobody wants to fight’

Khamzat Chimaev says he's ready for his next UFC matchup, but he can't seem to get a fight booked.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 26, 2022

15 best fight bookings of 2022 that got away due to injuries, weight issues, and more

Check out these highly anticipated matchups in 2022 that fell through due to various issues outside of the cage.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 23, 2022

Nate Diaz officially a free agent, but door open for Conor McGregor trilogy in UFC

Nate Diaz's exclusive negotiating period is over, meaning his time with the UFC is officially up – at least for now.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 29, 2022

Khamzat Chimaev tipped to face "very interesting" opponent in UFC weight switch

Chimaev intends to move up to middleweight for his next fight after his UFC 279 weight miss and Robert Whittaker has been suggested as an opponent for him

Daily Mirror · Sep 27, 2022

Daniel Rodriguez’s quick turnaround vs. Neil Magny in the works for UFC Fight Night 212

After a wild week at UFC 279, Daniel Rodriguez will make a quick turnaround.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 23, 2022

Nate Diaz calls Jake Paul boxing match ‘for sure one of the options’ now that he’s left UFC

Former UFC fighter Nate Diaz admits a Jake Paul boxing match could be his next move now that he's a free agent.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 19, 2022

Tony Ferguson hits back at UFC legend Daniel Cormier with "cheat" accusation

Cormier insisted Ferguson should retire from fighting after his fifth consecutive loss and Ferguson has fired back by labelling the UFC legend a 'cheater'

Daily Mirror · Sep 19, 2022

Video: Did Irene Aldana upkick her way to a title shot at UFC 279?

Two straight wins doesn't normally put someone into title contention, but there are exceptions to the rule.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 17, 2022

Jake Paul discovers ally in ongoing row with UFC president Dana White

White mocked former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub over his UFC 279 conspiracy theory and Paul has come to the defence of the former fighter in the ongoing row

Daily Mirror · Sep 15, 2022

Video: What should the UFC do with Khamzat Chimaev after his big weight miss?

Khamzat Chimaev certainly had an eventful fight week for UFC 279. But what should the UFC do with him now?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 14, 2022