Conor McGregor praises Vladimir Putin after attending World Cup final

Conor McGregor was invited to the Moscow showpiece by Vladimir Putin as France defeated Croatia 4-2 on Sunday.

UFC Boise: Niko Price earns spectacular knockout of Randy Brown from bottom position

Wut.

UFC Boise: Alexander 'The Great Volkanovski earns unanimous decision win over Darren Elkins, calls out Chad Mendes

The Anac Takeover continues.

For the first time in a long time, the UFC doesn't need Conor McGregor

The prospect of Daniel Cormier facing Brock Lesnar in a future event rings nothing but dollar signs for the UFC.

UFC Boise: Alex Volkanovski promises to continue the Anzac takeover with stoppage win over Darren Elkins

He's 4-0 and is on the verge of breaking into the rankings.

UFC Boise: Alex Volkanovski promises to continue the Anzac takeover with stoppage win over Darren Elkins

The Sydney-sider is 4-0 and on the verge of breaking into the rankings.

UFC Boise: Junior dos Santos reacts to Brock Lesnar's apparent UFC return

Makes sense really.

Tyson Pedro reveals Thai jail drama days ahead of UFC Singapore fight

They took my ass to jail.

Georges St-Pierre showers praise on UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker

"He could be the poster boy for the UFC."

UFC 226: Dana White on Brock Lesnar, Daniel Cormier and what went wrong with Francis Ngannou

"It's a fight that people want to see and it’s definitely a fight that Cormier wants and I guarantee if Stipe would have won he’d want that fight too."

UFC 226 Miocic v Cormier: Results, bonuses and what happens with Brock Lesnar

UFC 226 is the most top heavy card of 2018: a headline fight with history-making implications on the line.

UFC 226: Bloody Paul Felder fights with broken arm against Mike Perry

Insane.

UFC 226: Daniel Cormier knocks out Stipe Miocic to claim UFC heavyweight title, calls out Brock Lesnar

The GOAT?

UFC 226: Joe Rogan savages 'most boring heavyweight fight of all time' between Francis Ngannou and Derrick Lewis

Wake us up when it's over.

UFC 226: Paulo Costa lands repeated low-blows during win over Uriah Hall

Ouch.

UFC 226: Emily Whitmire explodes at teammate Vinny Magalhaes after corner betrayal

"I was pretty excited to tell him to f**k off."

UFC 226: Kiwi Dan 'Hangman' Hooker earns impressive first-round win over Gilbert Burns

BEAST.

Robert Whittaker and Kelvin Gastelum announced as Ultimate Fighter 28 coaches

Australian middleweight champion Robert Whittaker's UFC rise is set to continue with the 28-year-old named as a coach on the final ever season of The Ultimate Fighter.

Rousey lauds fans after induction

Ronda Rousey paid tribute to the UFC fans after making history as the first woman inducted into the organisation's Hall of Fame.

UFC 226: Max Holloway's co-main event withdrawal a smart move for his health

The representatives for featherweight champion Max Holloway were smart to pull him from his scheduled title defense.

McGregor UFC return talks 'ongoing'

UFC star Conor McGregor is ready to get back in the octagon, according to his coach John Kavanagh.

UFC 226: Daniel Cormier remembers his MMA fights in Sydney - 'He gave me a coffee and I went and fought'

"I was asleep out back and this dude just gave me a coffee and said 'go out and fight.'"

UFC 226: Daniel Cormier says a win over Stipe Miocic should propel him into GOAT conversation

Fair call?

UFC 226: The Anzac takeover continues with Dan Hooker and Israel Adesanya

It's real. It's happening right now.

Israel Adesanya promises to steal the show from the Miocic-Cormier super-fight at UFC 226

Glory 55: Junior Tafa vows to knock out Anthony 'The Joker' McDonald at Madison Square Garden

"I promise you it won't be going to a decision."

Antonina Shevchenko joins Valentina as the first sisters in the UFC after win at Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series

History.

Bellator, DAZN sign nine-figure, multiyear distribution deal

Huge news for perform.

UFC Singapore: Shane Young speaks Te Reo after UFC Singapore win over Rolando Dy

I just had to say some Te Reo, the language of my people, so that was a whaikorero – a speech

UFC Singapore: 'I wanted to let it snap,' says Tyson Pedro

Win or learn.

UFC Singapore: Jessica-Rose Clark drops decision to Jessica Eye

UFC Singapore: Referee raises wrong fighter's hand

Awkward.

Australian Jake Matthews beats Japan's Shinsho Anzai with a slick rear-naked choke at UFC Singapore

Like a hot knife through butter.

Tyson Pedro's dad: I never wanted him to be a fighter

“He’ll always be my baby, no matter how big he gets, he’ll always be my baby.”

UFC Fight Night 132 Singapore: Cowboy Cerrone vs Leon Edwards - when, where and how to watch

UFC Fight Night 132 will be held and the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Singapore.

Tyson Pedro: He turned and said ‘you might die tomorrow’

Tyson Pedro's childhood was no joke, but it made him into who he is today.

Greg Hardy’s UFC deal angers Jessica-Rose Clarke, survivor of domestic violence

Jessica-Rose Clark, a women’s flyweight fighter survivor of domestic violence, is not impressed with the UFC after it handed former NFL player Greg Hardy a deal earlier this week.

McGregor in plea negotations

Conor McGregor is due back in court on July 26 after appearing briefly in a Brooklyn courtroom two months after he was arrested and released for his alleged involvement in a UFC 223 bus attack.

Robert Whittaker's team outline fights with Chris Weidman or Kelvin Gastelum after Yoel Romero win

Would watch.

Controversial former NFL player Greg Hardy earns first round knockout on Dana White's Tuesday Night Contender Series

Former NFL player Greg Hardy made quick work of his opponent on his professional MMA debut.

McGregor in court: What we know

Conor McGregor is due in Brooklyn Criminal Court on Thursday June 14, after an alleged bus attack in April.

Wince-inducing X-rays confirm Rob Whittaker is a mad man

What a battler!

UFC 225: Robert Whittaker reveals he busted his hand in the first round of his fight with Yoel Romero

Beastmode.

UFC 225: Robert Whittaker beats Yoel Romero in fight of the year contender

What. A. Fight.

UFC 225: Tai Tuivasa walks to the Octagon to the Titanic music

Nailed it.

UFC 225: Tai Tuivasa defeats Andrei Arlovski in Chicago

Australian heavyweight Tai Tuivasa overcame the biggest test of his young career to defeat Andrei Arlovski by unanimous decision at UFC 225 in Chicago.

UFC 225: Curtis Blaydes brutalises Alistair Overeem in third round TKO

Stop the fight!

UFC 225: UFC heavyweight Rashad Coulter receives hilarious advice during fight with Chris De La Rocha

'That's the funniest thing I've ever heard from a corner.'

UFC 225: Former light-heavyweight champion Rashad Evans knocked out by Anthony Smith

UFC 225 Robert Whittaker vs Yoel Romero middleweight title fight: When, where and how to watch live

One of the best cards of the year.

UFC 225: Yoel Romero misses weight for title fight with Robert Whittaker

Not again, Yoel!

UFC 225: Inside fight week with Robert Whittaker's coach

It's not all chilling out until fight night.

UFC 225: Tyson Pedro on Tai Tuivasa - I'm so proud of where he is now

'I’m honestly surprised he wasn’t in jail.'

UFC 225: The secret behind Rob Whittaker's middleweight title success

Not exactly what you'd associate with cage fighting.

Jarred Brooks knocks himself out, giving Jose Torres a win at UFC Utica

Eh what?

Tyson Pedro: I thought this was it, I thought I was done - what it was like training with Cowboy Cerrone

"I knew I was in trouble when I saw them wearing body armour."

Tai Tuivasa: What I mean when I say I'm representing The Area

"I'm trying to show these kids from the area that you can be something."

Former UFC champ Michael Bisping announces retirement

The Count bows out.

Conor McGregor to meet with White to discuss Khabib Nurmagomedov fight

Conor McGregor may be nearing a return to the octagon, with the Irishman set to hold talks with UFC president Dana White.

Nick Diaz arrested on domestic violence charges after allegedly choking woman

He last fought in the UFC against Anderson Silva in 2015.

UPDATED: Mark Hunt set to headline first ever UFC event in Russia

The card will be the UFC’s first ever fight in Russia.

Liverpool fan Daniel Kelly talks about Champions League final ahead of UFC bout with Tom Breese

"It's a shame I won't be able to watch it down at the pub."

UFC agrees to five-year, $2 billion AUD rights deal with ESPN

The UFC is moving to a new network.

Tyson Pedro's tattoos reveal a sad history and brutal trainings ahead of his UFC Singapore fight with Ovince Saint Preux

"The language just dropped off over the generations. I'm trying to learn it again."

UFC 225: Rob Whittaker using his profile to promote education

Good guy Rob Whittaker.

Greg Hardy to face Austen Lane

Matching up against Lane, who was listed at 6-6, 265 pounds in the NFL, will give Hardy a chance to fight someone his own size.

Israel Adesanya: I can feel his energy when I'm in there

He's more than slick highlight reel finishes and hilarious post-fight interviews.

Mayweather eyeing UFC

Floyd Mayweather has one stipulation for ending his retirement.

Holloway out of UFC 223

Up until last weekend, Khabib Nurmagomedov had been training to face Tony Ferguson in the main event at UFC 223.

McGregor charged by NYPD

Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor has been charged with three counts of assault and one count of criminal mischief after an incident in Brooklyn.

Floyd Mayweather will make the 'best decision' on potential UFC move

Floyd Mayweather's potential move to the UFC is entirely up to him, says the boxer's long-time promoter.

Mayweather to apply for MMA license

A rematch with Conor McGregor, this time in UFC, could be on the cards for Floyd Mayweather Jr, who plans to apply for an MMA license.

UFC 222: 5 takeaways from Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya on Saturday night

The UFC on Saturday night was in Las Vegas with a deep lineup from top to bottom at UFC 222. Here’s a look at five of the biggest takeaways.

UFC 222: Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya fight date, card, start time, preview

The best female fighter in MMA history returns on Saturday when Cris Cyborg defends her featherweight title against Yana Kunitskaya in the main event of UFC 222.

UFC 222: What’s at stake on pay-per-view this weekend?

On a card of intriguing fights, here's what could be on the line in each bout at UFC 222.

UFC 222 predictions: Expert fight picks for Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya, undercard

Will Cris Cyborg continue her reign of dominance, or does Yana Kunitskaya have enough to pull off the upset of a lifetime?

McGregor to lose UFC belt

Conor McGregor will lose his UFC lightweight belt to the victor of Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov's fight at UFC 223 on April 7.

UFC 222: Yana Kunitskaya's message to doubters: 'I don't care what people think'

The up-and-coming UFC women's fighter doesn't want to hear anything from detractors heading into her UFC 222 bout vs. Cris Cyborg.

UFC 222: Brian Ortega admits even he's surprised by his meteoric rise

The UFC featherweight contender is beyond satisfied with the way things have broken his way over the last eight months, taking a career low and turning it the biggest fight of his life.

UFC 222: Where does Frankie Edgar land in the list of all-time UFC greats?

It's time to have that talk: the 36-year-old former champion has left it all in the Octagon and definitely deserves credit as an all-time great fighter.

UFC 222: Patience is key with top prospect Mackenzie Dern

As seen with prior stars in Dern's position, all she needs is the time to develop, and it will pay off in the end.

UFC on FOX: Five takeaways from Saturday’s fights in Orlando

Was a star born on Saturday night in Orlando?

UFC on FOX: What’s at stake in Orlando?

Previewing the fights and repercussions of Saturday's UFC Fight Night card.

UFC on FOX: Jeremy Stephens' evolution to credit for current hot streak

Heading into his bout with Josh Emmett on Saturday, Jeremy Stephens has never looked better.

Derrick Lewis believes he's no hero following Hurricane Harvey efforts

Lewis is co-main eventing this Sunday's UFC Fight Night vs. Marcin Tybura and reflected on Hurricane Harvey ravaging his hometown of Houston.

UFC Austin: What's at stake on the main card?

Not every fight is going to have divisional or career ramifications, but is something to keep an eye on on most fights.

UFC Austin: Could Sunday be Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone’s last ride?

Donald Cerrone is coming off three straight losses, but could a fourth straight be the end of "Cowboy" in the UFC?

UFC Austin: Out of the spotlight, Sage Northcutt finally getting a chance to develop

The UFC does a poor job of recognizing and promoting its young talent, so they're doing right by Northcutt to give him a chance to develop out of the spotlight.

Mayweather warns McGregor

This is his biggest hint yet of a UFC showdown.

UFC 221 takeaways: Romero ices Rockhold, youngsters shine in Perth

The ageless Yoel Romero stopped Luke Rockhold, Curtis Blaydes is a force to be reckoned with and other things we learned from a big night in Australia.

UFC 221 results: Yoel Romero knocks out Luke Rockhold — doesn't win title

With Yoel Romero failing to make weight, can Luke Rockhold emerge from UFC 221 the interim middleweight champion?

UFC 221 predictions: Expert fight picks for Rockhold vs. Romero, undercard

Who leaves Perth as the interim UFC middleweight champion? The Sporting News MMA team gives its pick.

UFC 221: Romero vs. Rockhold fight date, card, start time, preview

Can Luke Rockhold once again become the UFC middleweight champion as the UFC makes its debut in Perth, Australia?

The pain behind Israel Adesanya's rise to the UFC

"I feel like he's with me constantly."

Cris Cyborg saves the day, will headline UFC 222 vs. Yana Kunitskaya

UFC 222 was on the verge of failing apart, until Cris Cyborg stepped in to fight.

Luke Rockhold: UFC 221 is an event of the highest magnitude

Rockhold says he knows exactly how he can beat former Olympic wrestler Romero.

Eryk Anders' impressive rookie season in UFC continues with main event assignment

If things continue working through this weekend, Anders could establish himself as a new name to watch in the unsettled and always shifting middleweight division.

UFC Belem: Valentina Shevchenko's flyweight debut a low-risk, high-reward opportunity

On Saturday, Valentina Shevchenko has an opportunity to prove she has star potential, though if she loses, it could throw many things awry.

UFC on FOX: Mirsad Bektic talks changing camps, overcoming first professional loss

Mirsad Bektic's loss to Danny Elkins sent him on a course that helped reinvigorate, reinvent him as a fighter.

Snoop Dogg provides commentary in 'EA Sports UFC 3'

The action from KO Mode in "EA Sports UFC 3" is narrated by rapper Snoop Dogg.

Stipe Miocic vs. Brock Lesnar is the fight that the UFC needs to happen

With a question of who's next for Stipe Miocic after UFC 220,

Demetrious Johnson is highest-rated fighter on 'EA Sports UFC 3' roster

The full roster of more than 250 fighters for the upcoming "EA Sports UFC 3" video game and their respective ratings have been revealed.

UFC 220 results: Stipe Miocic schools Francis Ngannou, sets title defense record

The first UFC PPV of 2018 takes place tonight from the TD Garden in Boston. The card is headlined by two title fights highlighted by Stipe Miocic defending the heavyweight championship against the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou.

UFC 220 Miocic vs. Ngannou: Five takeaways from 2018's first pay-per-view

Daniel Cormier cements his status as an all-time great. Stipe Miocic does his job. Featherweights, lighter weight classes, lead the way in 2018.

UFC 220 predictions: Who emerges from Miocic vs. Ngannou, Cormier vs. Oezdemir?

Can Francis Ngannou and Volkan Oezdemir dethrone Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier respectively become UFC champions?

UFC 220: Miocic vs. Ngannou fight date, PPV price, how to watch and live stream

The first UFC pay-per-view of 2018 is headlined by two title fights.

McGregor title status up in the air

Dana White failed to confirm whether Conor McGregor remains the UFC featherweight champion in a news conference on Friday.

UFC 220: Daniel Cormier fighting for himself, not the fans, in Oezdemir fight

In an interview with Sporting News, "DC" talks his upcoming bout vs. Volkan Oezdemir, knowing the end of his career could be coming and why he's not worried about the fans.

UFC 220: Volkan Oezdemir aims to cap rookie year with light heavyweight title victory

Light heavyweight contender Volkan Oezdemir heads into his fight with Daniel Cormier as something of an unknown quantity — but don't sleep on him.

UFC 220: Francis Ngannou ready to uppercut, shatter window of opportunity

In an interview with Sporting News, the UFC's rising heavyweight star says he's ready to make a lifelong dream come true in his showdown with Stipe Miocic at UFC 220.

UFC 220: Stipe Miocic vs. Francis Ngannou will be the pinnacle of the UFC's 2018

With the futures of Conor McGregor, Jon Jones and Ronda Rousey in question, there will be no bigger fight in 2018 — at this point — than Stipe vs. Ngannou

Robert Whittaker pulls out of UFC 221; Yoel Romero replaces him

UFC 221 loses its headliner to injury.

Max Holloway, UFC featherweight division could usher in golden era in 2018

Right off the bat in 2018, MMA fans will see why the UFC featherweight division is gearing up for a massive year.

UFC 219 Cyborg vs. Holm results: Cris Cyborg pummels Holly Holm to retain title

Cris Cyborg left no doubt as the best female fighter in the UFC today after her win over Holly Holm.

UFC 219 Cyborg vs. Holm: Five things we learned from 2017's final show

Could UFC's first-ever female superfight take place in 2018? Who is stopping Khabib Nurmagomedov?

UFC 219 Cyborg vs. Holm: Fight date, PPV price, how to watch, live stream

The final UFC pay-per-view of 2017 commences on Dec. 30 with perhaps the biggest fight in the history of women's MMA.

UFC 219 predictions: Is Holly Holm the one to stop Cris Cyborg's reign of terror?

Who wins the main event of Saturday's UFC 219 between women's featherweight champion Cris Cyborg and former women's bantamweight champion Holly Holm?

UFC on Fox: 5 takeaways from Lawler vs. dos Anjos

Rafael dos Anjos deserves a title shot; Substance over style.

Pacquiao could fight McGregor

Conor McGregor faced Floyd Mayweather Jr earlier this year, and could be in line to take on Manny Pacquiao in 2018.

What Georges St-Pierre's abdication means for UFC and Whittaker

Now that GSP has stepped aside and relinquished the UFC middleweight title, the division — which had been stalled — can start moving again.

Georges St-Pierre situation allows middleweight division to get moving again

Now that GSP has stepped aside and relinquished the UFC middleweight title, the division — which had been stalled — can start moving again.

UFC 218: Francis Ngannou could be MMA's Mike Tyson — and the superstar UFC needs

With the thunderous knockout of Alistair Overeem last night, Ngannou has entered the picture as the next potential great that the UFC needs.

What we learned from UFC 218: Holloway cements status; Ngannou is the real deal

Max Holloway is at the forefront of the next wave of UFC talent; Tecia Torres is no longer under the radar; Medeiros, Oliveira deliver instant classic.

What we learned from UFC 218: Holloway cements status; Ngannou is the real deal

Max Holloway is at the forefront of the next wave of UFC talent; Tecia Torres is no longer under the radar; Medeiros, Oliveira deliver instant classic.

UFC 218: Holloway vs. Aldo betting odds, prop bets

The latest betting odds for Saturday night's UFC 218 event.

UFC 218 predictions: Max Holloway could have a repeat performance vs. Jose Aldo

Sporting News MMA contributors Steven Muehlhausen and E. Spencer Kyte discuss who emerges victorious from the UFC 218 main event between featherweight champion Max Holloway and Jose Aldo.

UFC 218: Holloway vs. Aldo 2 fight date, card, PPV price, how to watch and live stream

Can featherweight champion Max Holloway once again fend off former champion Jose Aldo in the main event of UFC 218?

Play 'EA Sports UFC 3' early with free beta on Xbox One, PlayStation 4

Fight fans can get a taste of the upcoming "EA Sports UFC 3" with a free beta available through Dec. 5.

UFC 218: Holloway vs. Aldo 2 makes sense, but do we really need it?

Is the UFC 218 featherweight title between champion Max Holloway and Jose Aldo a fight you are looking forward too?

UFC 218: Why isn't Max Holloway getting the 'future superstar' treatment?

Max Holloway has done everything to earn respect in the Octagon, but for some reason he hasn't gotten his due credit. That could change at UFC 218.

UFC Shanghai results: Kelvin Gastelum runs through Michael Bisping with vicious KO

Can former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping rebound from his title loss to Georges St-Pierre and defeat Kelvin Gastelum in a short-notice fight?

UFC Shanghai: Why it isn't smart for Michael Bisping to fight Kevin Gastelum

When Dana White makes the statement, "Fighting is in our DNA," sometimes you laugh out loud and think he's saying it just to help sell a fighter or a particular event. That sentiment couldn't ring more true when it comes to Michael Bisping as he faces Kelvin Gastelum in the main event of Saturday's UFC Fight Night.

Combate Americas hopes to recapture UFC magic with 'Copa Combate' tournament

On the near-24th anniversary of the first-ever UFC PPV event, Combate Americas CEO Campbell McLaren talks "Copa Combate" and more.

UFC Fight Night 120: Poirier vs. Pettis predictions, preview

Conor McGregor jumps cage, pushes referee at Bellator event

It seems as though Conor McGregor may have crossed the line in his latest stunt.

Conor McGregor jumps cage, pushes referee at Bellator event

It seems as though Conor McGregor may have crossed the line in his latest stunt.

UFC 217 leaves no doubt as the best UFC event of all time

Very few UFC events are able to capture movie-esque drama, and UFC 217 did it better than any of its predecessors.

UFC 217 results: St-Pierre claims second title; Dillashaw, Namajunas earn gold in NYC

Will Georges St-Pierre be victorious in his return to the Octagon, or will Michael Bisping upend him?

UFC 217: St-Pierre vs. Bisping odds, fight predictions, expert picks

Have extra money to spare this weekend? Here are the odds for the UFC 217 main event featuring Georges St-Pierre looking to capture the middleweight title against Michael Bisping.

Conor McGregor is more than just the face of the next UFC video game

"EA Sports UFC 3" will feature Conor McGregor on the cover and its career mode will focus heavily on fight promotion and rivalries.

UFC 217 predictions: Can Georges St-Pierre make a successful return?

UFC 217: Michael Bisping's title reign came too late for him to get proper credit

Michael Bisping, who will take on Georges St-Pierre at UFC 217, became a champion long after his reputation as a fighter who could never win the big one had crystallized in fans' minds.

UFC 217: Joanna Jedrzejczyk next to become huge MMA star — if UFC can capitalize

Jedrzejczyk's dominance inside the Octagon is akin to that of Demetrious Johnson — but her lack of exposure by the UFC is similar to his, as well.

UFC Fight Night 119 results: Derek Brunson, Colby Covington shine in hostile territory

Colby Covington went full-blown heel and Derek Brunson put Lyoto Machida to sleep early in the latest installment of UFC Fight Night.

UFC stalwarts explain what makes Jim Miller a fighter's fighter

Jim Miller has been a consummate pro in the Octagon throughout his career, and his UFC cohorts understand what he's meant to the industry.

UFC Fight Night 119: Colby Covington's time to put up or shut up is now

The good, bad and ugly: McGregor controversies; Till a star

It was an action-packed week in the world of mixed martial arts. A new star emerged, the biggest star in the sport in hot water, a gift decision and the old guard starting to fade.

UFC Fight Night 118 results: Darren Till proves he's legit; all eyes on Aspen Ladd

Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone stood no shot vs. Darren Till, Karolina Kowalkiewicz guts out a win over Jodie Esquibel.

UFC Fight Night 118: Cerrone vs. Till fight a perfect bit of matchmaking

It isn't often when the UFC hits the nail on the head with a fight, but Donald Cerrone vs. Darren Till couldn't be any more perfect.

Should Demetrious Johnson really face the UFC bantamweight champion next?

Is the next best move for "Mighty Mouse" to move up in weight, or is UFC facing a no-win scenario?

In the battle between Mark Hunt and the UFC, who's right?

Mark Hunt's battle with the UFC is going to get ugly and fast. But who's right in the situation?

UFC 216: Tony Ferguson will get Conor McGregor in the Octagon, but not yet

The UFC is in the business of making the biggest fights for the biggest money, which means there's still a bit of a way to go before a Ferguson vs. McGregor showdown.

Demetrious Johnson officially beyond criticism after UFC 216 performance

Demetrious Johnson is the best fighter in the UFC. It’s no longer up for debate.

UFC 216 results: Tony Ferguson becomes interim champ; Demetrious Johnson makes history

Will Kevin Lee emerge victorious or will Tony Ferguson shut down the talk? Will Demetrious Johnson set a UFC record?

UFC 216: Ray Borg, healthy and focused, ready to prove himself against Demetrious Johnson

Ray Borg says he was frustrated that he couldn't fight Demetrious Johnson at UFC 215. Weeks after his withdrawal, he's eager to show the world he wasn't ducking the superstar champion.

Cormier torn over receiving UFC title after Jones tests positive

After the light heavyweight title was returned to him, Daniel Cormier does not know how to feel about it.

McGregor: I'll be a god of boxing

Conor McGregor says he will rule with an "iron fist" and become a "god of boxing" by defying the odds to beat Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Mayweather in slur towards McGregor

Amid accusations Conor McGregor made racist comments, Floyd Mayweather Jr. controversially took aim at the Irishman.

Trump at Mayweather-McGregor?

The current United States president and his predecessor may be ringside in Las Vegas next month, according to Floyd Mayweather Jr.

McGregor receives money shower

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather Jr. faced off again as their promotional tour continued.

Mayweather, McGregor face off again

The Floyd Mayweather Jr.-Conor McGregor tour continued in Toronto.

McIlroy marvels at mental strength of 'hilarious' McGregor

Conor McGregor baited Floyd Mayweather Jr in their Los Angeles media conference, leaving Rory McIlroy amused and impressed in equal measure.

Nunes won’t get another main event slot after UFC 213 withdrawal, White promises

The bantamweight champion vowed to get back in the ring when her health returns to 100 percent.

Mayweather vs. McGregor odds

Las Vegas sports books have seen a flood of small bets on Conor McGregor for his Aug. 26 boxing match against Floyd Mayweather.

Former UFC heavyweight Tim Hague dead after boxing match

Hague fought on five UFC cards between 2009 and 2011.

UFC's Matt Hughes hospitalised

Matt Hughes was hospitalised after his truck was reportedly hit by a train.

UFC Singapore Terms and Conditions Air Asia

Mayweather-McGregor bad for boxing?

"We can shut the circus down." Oscar De La Hoya has no interest in a fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor.

Mayweather talks up McGregor bout

Quizzed on a possible comeback, Floyd Mayweather Jr said: "The only fight that makes sense to me is the [Conor] McGregor fight."

White and McGregor say their half of Mayweather super-fight is done

The ball is in Floyd Mayweather's court.

Jon Jones boasts he beat Daniel Cormier at UFC 182 'after weekend of cocaine'

Bitter rivals Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier had to be separated after arguing at a media event announcing their upcoming rematch in UFC 214.

McGregor, girlfriend welcome son

The UFC lightweight champion and his longtime girlfriend, Dee Devlin, welcomed their first child Friday night in Dublin.

UFC 209: Nurmagomedov hospitalised

The co-main event at UFC 209 was cancelled after Khabib Nurmagomedov was hospitalised due to "weight management medical issues".

'I'm just waiting'- Mayweather on McGregor fight

Floyd Mayweather Jr. insists it is up to the UFC to decide if his potential super fight with Conor McGregor happens.

Aldo: Who I think will win in Mayweather v McGregor

Jose Aldo does not rate Conor McGregor's chances of upsetting Floyd Mayweather Jr if the two meet in the ring.

Conor McGregor: 'I've got my eyes on one thing - Floyd Mayweather'

Conor McGregor says he's "got his eyes on one thing — and that's Floyd Mayweather," with the UFC star confident the $1 billion fight will take place at the end of the year or at the start of 2018.

Floyd Mayweather: 'I'm the face of MMA'

Floyd Mayweather Jr., not Conor McGregor, is "the face of mixed martial arts" according to the boxer.

UFC 207 beatdown makes it clear: Time for Ronda Rousey to retire

Rousey became predictable, and watching UFC 207 made it evident she has no reason to still be fighting.

Amanda Nunes trolls Ronda Rousey with meme after UFC 207 win

Amanda Nunes dominated Ronday Rousey in 48 seconds, and then decided to really rub it in.

Internet reacts to Ronda Rousey's UFC 207 loss to Amanda Nunes

Amanda Nunes stunned Ronda Rousey and the internet, by defeating the UFC star in 48 seconds.

UFC 207: Watch Amanda Nunes KO Ronda Rousey in less than 50 seconds

Rousey wanted her women's bantamweight title back, but she got KO'd instead.

UFC 207 results: Amanda Nunes pummels Ronda Rousey, retains title

UFC 207 ends with Amanda Nunes taking out Ronda Rousey in 48 seconds. The rest of the card was full of more competitive bouts.

UFC 207: Five reasons to watch event led by Rousey-Nunes, Cruz-Garbrandt

Rousey's return to the Octagon is the biggest attraction, but Dominick Cruz vs. Cody Garbrandt in the co-main event is compelling, too.

UFC 207: What can we really expect from Ronda Rousey?

Expecting Ronda Rousey to return and dominate at UFC 207 might be a bit of a pipe dream. No one knows that for sure, though. That uncertainty makes Friday's main event more appealing.

Ronda Rousey vs. Amanda Nunes, UFC 207: Time, TV, online streaming

Ronda Rousey makes her long-awaited return this Friday night in Las Vegas.

Ridiculously ripped Ronda Rousey shows up for UFC 207

As Rousey remains reclusive, her fans were gifted with episode two of the UFC Embedded fight week video blog, which shows the 29-year-old looking incredibly ripped days ahead of Friday's match against Amanda Nunes.

UFC's Dana White says McGregor would destroy Mayweather

Floyd Mayweather should stay far away from Conor McGregor, according to UFC president Dana White.

Ronda Rousey blocks Amanda Nunes on Instagram

Ronda Rousey just handed her UFC 207 opponent Amanda Nunes the ultimate social media diss.

UFC on Fox 22 results: Michelle Waterson chokes out Paige VanZant

The second-to-last UFC event of 2016 took place from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif. Paige VanZant was choked out by Michelle Waterson in women's strawweight action.

UFC's Paige VanZant says she's not 'just an MMA fighter'; setting up post-UFC success

VanZant is striving to be the best fighter now, but is simultaneously keeping an eye on her future after she finishes dominating in the octagon.

Paige VanZant vs. Michelle Waterson, UFC on Fox 22: Time, TV, online streaming

UFC on Fox 22 is on Fox, as you might expect. Here's all the info you need, though.

Bernard Hopkins vs. Joe Smith: Time, TV, online streaming

Bernard Hopkins' last fight could be memorable.

Brock Lesnar, Jon Jones suspended for a year after failed drug tests

Brock Lesnar and Jon Jones, who both failed USADA drug tests connected to UFC 200, will be suspended one year under settlements approved Thursday by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.

UFC 206 results: Max Holloway busts up Anthony Pettis, becomes interim featherweight champ

Max Holloway stops Anthony Pettis for the belt, then causes a stir by calling out Jose Aldo.

Anthony Joshua vs. Eric Molina: Time, TV, online streaming

Joshua (17-0, 17 KOs), 27, is a 2012 Olympic super heavyweight silver medalist with dynamite in both hands. With a win, Joshua will face Klitschko in a title unification bout on April 29.

UFC 206: Max Holloway vs. Anthony Pettis time, TV, online streaming

Here is all you need to know about UFC 206: Holloway vs. Pettis.

Conor McGregor will appear in 'Game of Thrones,' Dana White confirms

A cameo in HBO's fantasy drama is in the offing for the lightweight champion, says UFC president Dana White.

Conor McGregor will appear in Game of Thrones - White

A cameo in HBO's fantasy drama Game of Thrones is in the offing for UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor, says Dana White.

Ronda Rousey turns off Stephen A. Smith in rousing promo for UFC 207

Ronda Rousey literally turns off critics like Stephen A. Smith in a bad-ass new promo for her comeback against Amanda Nunes at UFC 207.

Conor McGregor to appear in 'Game of Thrones' episode, per reports

The UFC star is rumored to be in talks to make a cameo in one of the two remaining seasons of HBO’s hit show “Game of Thrones".