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Gillian Robertson details growing tension with Mackenzie Dern ahead of UFC 330

Gillian Robertson slammed Mackenzie Dern ahead of their Ultimate Fighting Championship strawweight title bout.

The two are set to lock horns for Dern’s 115-pound championship at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on Aug. 15. The champ recently claimed that she neither likes nor dislikes Robertson because they don't know each other well. The challenger has now accused Dern of backtracking on past comments.

Bad blood is brewing between Gillian Robertson and Mackenzie Dern Robertson (16-5) opened up about the tension between her and Dern (17-8) during media day ahead of UFC 330. The Canadian claims Dern previously downplayed her jiu-jitsu but isn’t carrying the same energy into fight week.

“She was making comments all through the camp about how she doesn't know me, she doesn't think my jiu-jitsu's good, and all this stuff,” Robertson said. “Now she's like, ‘Oh, no, it's not anything. It's not that I don't like her.’ I'm like, ‘Why are we trying to t…

Islam Makhachev explains why Dagestani teammates will never fight

Islam Makhachev’s team has strong camaraderie.

With Khabib Nurmagomedov at the helm, the Dagestani squad is known for their close bond. Nurmagomedov, Makhachev and their teammates consider each other “brothers.” With Magomed Zaynukov recently making a successful Ultimate Fighting Championship debut and Khabib’s cousin, Usman Nurmagomedov, potentially headed to the UFC, there’s no chance of them fighting one another.

‘We’re all brothers’: Islam Makhachev opens up about bond within Dagestani team Makhachev guarantees that lightweights Zaynukov and Usman, or any of their other teammates, will never fight each other. The former lightweight champ and reigning welterweight king can’t even fathom the idea of fighting his teammates, having essentially grown up together.

Makhachev was still climbing the rankings when Khabib was the UFC lightweight champion. Regardless, Makhachev could never imagine fighting “The Eagle,” who has been guiding him from the day…

Joe Rogan rips UFC show-win pay model in blunt fighter pay criticism

Joe Rogan has once again criticized the Ultimate Fighting Championship's show-win system.

The longtime UFC commentator believes the promotion's standard pay structure leaves too much of a fighter's earnings dependent on the result, even when the outcome can be influenced by factors outside the athlete's control.

Joe Rogan argues UFC fighters should receive larger guaranteed purses instead of having significant pay tied to a win bonus Under the UFC's longtime payment model, fighters receive a guaranteed purse for competing and typically double their pay in victory, although individual contracts can vary significantly based on status and tenure. Rogan has long criticized this system.

“That is the most bullsh*t part of the UFC, you get both your paychecks [only if you win],” Rogan said on his podcast while speaking to former bantamweight champ Aljamain Sterling. “F*ck off. F*ck off with that. I hate it. That drives me nuts.”

Rogan believes athle…

Khabib Nurmagomedov credits Dana White’s ‘cold-blooded’ UFC approach

Khabib Nurmagomedov credits Dana White for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s success.

Nurmagomedov recently praised White’s ability to separate business from personal relationships. “The Eagle” says White operates with cold blood, which allows him to make tough decisions that are often criticized. He believes it is White’s ability to make those decisions regardless of backlash that has made the UFC reach the pinnacle of success.

Why Khabib Nurmagomedov believes Dana White’s tough decisions pushed the UFC forward The former UFC lightweight champ says White is like an Italian mafia boss, for whom family always comes first. According to Nurmagomedov, in White’s case, the UFC comes before anything else. While Nurmagomedov acknowledges the contributions of several others in the UFC’s success, he believes White has always played the most pivotal role.

“[Dana] is very good at separating business and personal relationships,” Nurmagomedov told Lex Fridman. “For him, they wil…

Islam Makhachev addresses UFC future: ‘I don’t have much time’

Islam Makhachev says he doesn’t always get to fight as frequently as he'd like to.

Makhachev (28-1) puts his Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight title on the line for the first time against Ian Garry (17-1) at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The Russian returns nine months after winning the 170-pound belt and he wants to be more active going forward.

Islam Makhachev wants quicker UFC turnaround after Ian Garry title fight Makhachev says he wouldn’t mind fighting again this year if he doesn’t have any injuries. While he has been accused of inactivity previously, the Dagestani champion claims that he wants to fight as often as possible. The 34-year-old wants to make the most of the limited time he has left in his career.

Makhachev says that bookings are often delayed due to factors beyond his control.

“It’s not a problem for me if I don’t have any injuries, not cut much weight,” Makhachev told UFC Hall of Fam…

Hasim Rahman’s undefeated son Sharif signs multi-fight BKB deal

Bare Knuckle Boxing has added another second-generation boxer to its growing roster.

The promotion recently announced that Sharif Rahman has signed a multi-fight agreement, bringing the undefeated prospect into the bare-knuckle ranks while still in his prime.

Sharif Rahman joins BKB after building an undefeated 9-0 boxing record Rahman, 30, is the son of former two-time heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman and the brother of professional boxer Hasim Rahman Jr. His father famously stopped Lennox Lewis in 2001 to capture the heavyweight championship.

Known as “C3,” Rahman has compiled an unblemished 9-0 professional boxing record with four knockouts. The Baltimore native, who now resides in Las Vegas, will attempt to carry that unbeaten record into bare-knuckle competition.

“I've carried this family name my whole career and I've never lost,” Rahman said via press release. “Bare-knuckle is a new test, no gloves, no excuses, just pure skill and heart…

Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry have contrasting views on women’s authority

Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry have vastly different views on how much authority women should have.

Garry recently faced significant backlash for speaking about his feminine side in an interview. “The Future” admitted to crying while watching Disney movies and feeling more masculine by staying in touch with his feminine side. Garry also said that the world would be a better place with women running it and men simply listening to them.

Islam Makhachev has hilarious reaction to UFC legend needing wife’s approval to go to Dagestan Makhachev, although in jest, expressed opposite views on women having authority. The Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight champion invited Demetrious Johnson to Dagestan during a recent interview. When “Mighty Mouse” expressed safety concerns, Makhachev assured him that Dagestan is one of the safest places in the world.

Johnson then said that he would have to consult his wife on the matter. Makhachev laughed in disbeli…

Contender Series winner gets surprise UFC shot after UFC 330 shakeup

The upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship event has undergone a late change, with Eduardo Henrique stepping in to replace Jose Ochoa at UFC 330.

Ochoa was reportedly forced out due to an injury, leaving Charles Johnson without an opponent days before their bout at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. However, the promotion quickly found a replacement in Henrique, who will now make his UFC debut against Johnson.

Eduardo Henrique gets UFC debut against Charles Johnson after Jose Ochoa injury Henrique (15-2) will return to action after nearly nine months away. The former Legacy Fighting Alliance flyweight champion last competed in September 2025, earning a decision over An Tuan Ho on Dana White’s Contender Series. However, the victory wasn’t enough for a UFC contract.

The fighter also appeared on Season 33 of “The Ultimate Fighter” last year. Now, Henrique has the chance to make his UFC debut as a late replacement in UFC 330.

Johnson (19-9)…

PFL finalizes Tampa fight card for Cris Cyborg’s expected MMA farewell

The Professional Fighters League has finalized the lineup for its Aug. 22 event in Tampa, Florida.

PFL Tampa takes place at Benchmark International Arena, with mixed martial arts legend Cris Cyborg defending the women's featherweight championship against fellow Brazilian Ketlen Vieira in what is expected to be her final fight.

Cris Cyborg vs. Ketlen Vieira tops finalized PFL Tampa lineup Apart from Cyborg’s featherweight title defense, the PFL Tampa lineup also features former PFL lightweight champion Gadzhi Rabadanov (27-5-1) facing promotion newcomer Tracy Reeder (12-5).

Also on the main card, Gustavo Oliveira (13-2) will take on 2025 PFL world tournament champion Marcirley Alves (15-5) at bantamweight, while England's Luke Trainer (10-1), who has a five-fight winning streak, will face undefeated PFL newcomer Roland Dunlap (7-0) at light heavyweight.

Cris Cyborg’s final MMA bout headlines PFL Tampa: Tune in on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 10 p.m. …

Mackenzie Dern pushes back on Ian Garry’s comments about women

While Mackenzie Dern is a strong, independent woman, she prefers her man running the show.

Dern puts her Ultimate Fighting Championship strawweight title on the line against Gillian Robertson in the co-main event of UFC 330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Ahead of the event, Dern addressed headliner Ian Garry’s recent comments about women running the world.

Mackenzie Dern discusses traditional relationships before her UFC 330 title defense Garry recently drew a variety of reactions from fans and fellow fighters for saying that the world would be a better place if women ran everything. However, the UFC women’s strawweight champion disagrees with Garry. Dern says that while women in her family are strong, she comes from a traditional background. Dern likes being protected and cared for by her man, though she wouldn’t hesitate to go to war alongside him if needed.

“I come from a little bit more traditional upbringing,” Dern said at…

Ian Garry accuses Islam Makhachev of wearing heels at face-off

Ian Garry believes Islam Makhachev is significantly shorter than he is, despite the minimal height difference at their first face-off.

Garry (17-1) is set to challenge Makhachev (28-1) for the Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight title at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. At 6-foot-3 tall, Garry officially has a 5-inch height advantage over Makhachev. However, they were nearly eye-to-eye when they faced off for the first time in front of the iconic Rocky statue in Philly.

Ian Garry addresses lack of height difference in first face-off with Islam Makhachev Garry claims Makhachev was wearing high heels to nullify the height difference. The Irishman is sure that he’ll be significantly taller during the ceremonial weigh-in face-offs, where they both have to wear the same type of shoes.

“He was wearing high heels,” Garry said in an interview with Paramount+. “He was wearing stilettos. Wait till you see Friday night when …

Ian Garry sensed ‘nervous energy’ from Islam Makhachev at first face-off

Ian Garry felt like Islam Makhachev didn’t want to be at their first face-off.

Makhachev (28-1) defends his Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight title against Garry (17-1) at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Makhachev and Garry recently faced off for the first time in front of the iconic Rocky statue in Philly, where the challenger perceived nerves on the champ’s part.

Ian Garry on face-off with Islam Makhachev: ‘He didn’t want to be there’ Garry claims to have felt some “nervous energy” from the Dagestani champion. However, he also admitted that it was an unofficial face-off and the one that actually matters is the official one at the ceremonial weigh-ins, after they’ve made weight.

“I just kind of felt like yesterday he didn’t want to be there,” Garry said at UFC 330 media day. “He didn’t want to be at the face-off. I sensed a little bit of nervous energy from him. But they are face-offs; they are fake, they are …

Carlos Prates hints at untold story behind Mauricio Ruffy’s loss

Carlos Prates believes Mauricio Ruffy's loss to Benoit St. Denis doesn’t accurately reflect his teammate's ability.

Ruffy is set to face Arman Tsarukyan next and is currently a sizeable underdog. However, Prates is confident in his countryman and recently addressed his lone defeat in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Carlos Prates praises former teammate Mauricio Ruffy, claims BSD loss was an outlier Speaking on AgFight's “Direto de Vegas” podcast, Prates recalled being present during fight week for Ruffy's bout with St. Denis. He claims he witnessed circumstances surrounding the loss that he won't publicly discuss.

“I was there the week of the fight with BSD and I saw what happened, but since Ruffy hasn’t talked about it, I’m not going to talk about it either,” Prates said. “I can only guarantee that wasn’t Ruffy in that Octagon.”

Prates says Ruffy’s takedown defense is the best at the Fighting Nerds gym, insisting that if his former team…

Dana White says Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby could be UFC world champion

Dana White believes many NFL players could find success in the Ultimate Fighting Championship if they transitioned to mixed martial arts.

Yet another former NFL player recently earned a UFC contract. Former New York Jets linebacker Anthony Wint headlined Week 1 of Dana White’s Contender Series 2026 against Matthew Adams. Wint made quick work of Adams, finishing him with ground-and-pound in just 34 seconds to earn a UFC contract. As Wint refuses to leave Las Vegas until his first UFC fight is booked, White is looking to put him on the UFC Sacramento card on Aug. 22.

Dana White weighs in on NFL players in the UFC after Anthony Wint wins contract on DWCS White believes a lot of NFL players could have achieved the pinnacle of success in the UFC if they had trained MMA since childhood. The UFC CEO particularly mentioned Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, who he’s friends with. White is confident that Crosby could have been a UFC champion if he…

Four earn UFC contracts at DWCS 2026 Week 1

Only one victor didn’t impress Dana White and the Ultimate Fighting Championship matchmakers on Week 1 of Dana White’s Contender Series 2026.Joseph Kropschot, Tom Pagliarulo, Bilal Hasan and Anthony Wint earn UFC contracts at DWCS 2026 Week 1Joseph Kropschot (9-3) opened the action in a middleweight outing against Jonathan Kunneman (10-1). Kropschot dislocated Kunneman’s elbow with an armbar in the final seconds of the fight. He earned a unanimous decision win after his opponent refused to tap. Kropschot’s intent to finish was enough for White to give him a UFC contract.

“When he got that armbar, I said, ‘I’m gonna give him a shot.’ 31 years old, he went for the finish. I’m always looking for guys to finish,” White said. “That fight should have been finished… Joseph, you went for it and you swayed me and changed my mind. Congratulations.”

Tom Pagliarulo (11-2) was the second fighter to earn a contract on Week 1. The featherweight prospect finished Anan…

Alexandre Pantoja coach touts ‘Pantoja 2.0’ ahead of UFC 331

One of Alexandre Pantoja’s coaches is excited about the former champ’s Octagon return.

Nearly eight months after losing his Ultimate Fighting Championship flyweight title to Joshua Van due to an arm injury in the opening minute of their UFC 323 matchup, Pantoja will have an opportunity to reclaim the belt when the two meet again in the UFC 331 main event on Sept. 19 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

According to American Top Team strength and conditioning coach Everton Oliveira, the injury hasn’t impeded Pantoja's development.Everton Oliveira details Alexandre Pantoja's recovery ahead of returnPantoja was a dominant champion going into his title defense against Van last year. However, after the challenger caught his kick, “The Cannibal” used his forearm as a frame while falling to the canvas. An awkward landing saw Pantoja immediately indicate that his arm was injured, prompting the referee to step in.

“It was an extremely positive surprise th…

Grappling icon lays out blueprint for Ian Garry to give Islam Makhachev fits at UFC 330

Craig Jones has laid out how Ian Machado Garry can avoid getting smothered by Islam Makhachev.

Makhachev (28-1) and Garry (17-1) square off on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, where the Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight title will be on the line in the UFC 330 main event. The Russian champion is a massive betting favorite owing to his grappling prowess and Jones recently broke down how the Irish challenger should deal with the wrestling offense coming his way.

Craig Jones points out the key to handling Islam Makhachev’s takedowns In a recent video posted to the B-Team YouTube channel, Jones dissected how defensive positioning is the key to stuffing Makhachev’s takedowns. In a technical breakdown of the matchup, the Australian focused on the champion's single-leg entries and the importance of what happens when he gets hold of an opponent's leg.

Jones claims that rather than simply wrapping up a single leg and driving forwar…

Jamahal Hill targeting undefeated Josh Hokit in heavyweight move

Jamahal Hill isn't interested in easing his way into the Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight division.

The former light heavyweight champion plans to move up to heavyweight later this year, targeting the most polarizing fighter in the division, Josh Hokit. “Sweet Dreams” wants to break into the top tier of the division rather than work his way up the rankings as he did at 205 pounds.

Jamahal Hill wants a Top 5 test as he begins his UFC heavyweight run Hill (12-4) revealed earlier this year that he’s committing to the heavyweight division after a bittersweet run a division below. While he went on to win the 205-pound belt by defeating Glover Teixeira, injuries and a three-fight losing streak soon followed. He now wants to earn a spot in the heavyweight division that puts him close to a title shot.

“Top 5 – I'd love to fight the Top 5,” Hill said told media outlets (via MMA Junkie). “I feel as though even if I continued fighting at light heavy…

Dana White backs Bella Mir’s UFC, Olympics and boxing ambitions

Dana White has been closely involved in Bella Mir's development for years.

The daughter of former Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight titleholder Frank Mir is set to compete on Week 3 of Dana White’s Contender Series 2026. White recently addressed her career progression and aspirations.

Dana White hypes up ‘special’ Bella Mir ahead of her DWCS bout Bella (4-0) will fight for a UFC contract on DWCS on Aug. 25, against Alex Apodaca (3-1), with the two bantamweights set to headline the card. White was recently asked about the former and had nothing but praise, revealing that he’s been closely monitoring her career for four years.

“Yeah, I'm very excited about Bella,” White said at the DWCS 2026 Week 1 post-fight press conference. “I've been very involved in her life the last four years.”

Bella has previously revealed that she hopes to become the first UFC fighter to compete in the Olympics while also pursuing championships across multi…

Ian Garry reveals what drives him ahead of UFC 330 title fight against Islam Makhachev

Ian Garry has a “burning desire” to prove himself against the best fighters in the world.

The Irish welterweight contender, who challenges Islam Makhachev for the Ultimate Fighting Championship 170-pound title in the UFC 330 main event, recently opened up about what drives him.

Ian Garry channels fighting Irish spirit before first UFC title shot Ahead of his title clash on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Garry discussed his motivation in a pre-fight promotional video shared by Paramount+.

“I just have a burning desire inside my soul to prove to myself and the world that I am the best ever,” Garry said. “This is a vicious, violent game. And it’s beautiful. You’ve got to be insane mentally to be able to go out and do this.”

He added that his country’s fighting spirit is embedded deep within him.

“I’m a fighter at heart,” Garry added. “I’m born and bred in Dublin, Ireland. We’re called the fighting Irish for a reason. It's…

Islam Makhachev reels in shark ahead of UFC 330 title fight

Islam Makhachev showed off his fishing skills ahead of his maiden title defense at welterweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Before facing Ian Garry (17-1) at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Makhachev (28-1) has been enjoying his off-time while based in New Jersey. While he frequently fishes back in his home country and while doing training camps in the United States, the Russian’s resolve was recently tested by a shark.

Islam Makhachev reels in shark before UFC 330 clash with Ian Machado Garry Makhachev has now done two training camps on the East Coast, with New Jersey serving as the Dagestani’s team’s base. Notably, the former lightweight champ did his training camp in Jersey last year ahead of the welterweight title-winning effort against Jack Della Maddalena in New York. Fishing has emerged as one of his favorite pastimes when he isn’t training.

The latest episode of the UFC's “Embedded” video series on You…

Dana White, Craig Borsari working on next unique UFC venue

Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White has teased the promotion's next big unique event.

Speaking on “The Pat McAfee Show,” White revealed that the UFC’s head of production, Craig Borsari, has pitched another unconventional venue concept. White stopped short of providing details, but said he remains excited about the idea and could unveil it on McAfee's program if the necessary groundwork comes together.

Dana White teases next unconventional UFC venue after Sphere and White House events After staging UFC 306 at Las Vegas’ Sphere and UFC Freedom 250 at the White House in Washington, D.C., White has revealed that another unconventional event is in the works, although it’s still in its early stages.

“There will never be anything like the White House ever again,” White said. “That night, we already had high expectations for it. I was blown away; it’s the greatest thing I’ve ever been a part of. Being there live was amazing. But now, my head of…

Ian Garry shares his side of the altercation with Khamzat Chimaev

Ian Garry says he had no intent of starting a feud with Khamzat Chimaev.

Garry defeated Belal Muhammad last November, with Arman Tsarukyan finishing Dan Hooker in the main event of the same card in Doha, Qatar. Chimaev, who was in Tsarukyan’s corner, then had an altercation with Garry backstage, which “The Future” recently revisited.

Ian Garry recalls Khamzat Chimaev altercation Garry shook hands with the entire team and also patted Chimaev on the back. The latter then seemingly felt provoked and pushed Garry before security stepped in.

Garry recently shared his side of the story, claiming he had no malicious intent when he was greeting Chimaev and his entire team. The Irishman also notes that Chimaev didn’t immediately react when he patted him. Garry claims Chimaev was fired up only after people stepped in between them. He believes Chimaev would have gotten physical when they were in proximity if he really wanted to.

“Me and Khamzat aren’t bo…

Anthony Wint sends Dana White wild ultimatum after earning UFC contract

Anthony Wint has put the Ultimate Fighting Championship boss on notice after his win on Dana White’s Contender Series.

Wint (7-0) took on Matthew Adams in the main event of DWCS 2026: Week 1. He took hardly over half a minute to reverse a takedown and land vicious ground-and-pound to secure a finish. “Bow Down” subsequently earned a UFC contract, which he wants to capitalize on immediately.

Dana White targets UFC Sacramento for Anthony Wint after Contender Series win Wint later revealed that he has warned Dana White that he’s going to stay in the UFC CEO’s house until he has his first fight booked in the promotion. The former New York Jets linebacker says MMA fights are easy work for him after analyzing plays in 40 seconds in his football career.

“They don’t pay me by the hour,” Wint said in his post-fight interview. “I told Dana he got two options: I’m not going home – Either he finds me a fight, or I stay at Dana’s house… I played football my w…

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