Dana White blasts Islam Makhachev's inactivity after UFC title delay

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Dana White blasts Islam Makhachev's inactivity after UFC title delay

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Dana White Explains Why Islam Makhachev Is Off UFC 336

UFC president Dana White explained why UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev is no longer fighting at UFC 336. Makhachev was being targeted to fight top contender Carlos Prates in the headliner of UFC 336, but when the card was announced on Saturday during the UFC 333 broadcast, it was instead Prates against Michael Morales for […] The post Dana White Explains Why Islam Makhachev Is Off UFC 336 appeared first on HEAVY.

Islam Makhachev Reportedly Out of UFC 336 as Dana White Offers a Cryptic Response

Islam Makhachev is no longer set for UFC 336 in Toronto as the promotion reportedly plans for a new main event for the card.

Islam Makhachev makes huge UFC decision as unexpected title fight is confirmed

The welterweight champion was expected to defend his belt early next year

Islam Makhachev withdraws from UFC 336 title fight against Carlos Prates

Well, this sucks. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight champion, Islam Makhachev, has withdrawn from his UFC 336 title fight against No. 1-ranked contender, Carlos Prates, previously scheduled for Sat., Jan. 30, 2027 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Ag Fight broke the news on Friday. No word yet on why Makhachev was forced to […]

Carlos Prates Breaks Silence on Islam Makhachev as Major UFC 336 News Emerges

Carlos Prates did not hold back after major UFC 336 news emerged about Islam Makhachev's changing status for the event. The post Carlos Prates Breaks Silence on Islam Makhachev as Major UFC 336 News Emerges appeared first on HEAVY.

UFC 336 Gets Massive Co-Main Event as Carlos Prates Faces Michael Morales for Interim Gold

With Islam Makhachev not ready for the January 30 date, Carlos Prates is set to face Michael Morales for the interim 170lbs title at UFC 336.

Carlos Prates unloads on Islam Makhachev over passing on UFC 336; champ responds

Carlos Prates Threatens to Retire Islam Makhachev After UFC 336 Snub, Welterweight Champ Fires Back

After Islam Makhachev refused to fight at UFC 336, Carlos Prates and the 170lbs champion have engaged in a verbal war on social media.

Islam Makhachev unavailable as UFC sets Prates-Morales interim title for UFC 336

Carlos Prates and Michael Morales will square off for the Ultimate Fighting Championship interim welterweight title at UFC 336.

Carlos Prates blasts ‘coward’ Islam Makhachev for UFC 336 withdrawal, vows to retire him

Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales co-heedlines UFC 336

Islam Makhachev Sends Stern Warning to Carlos Prates

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev sent a stern warning to Carlos Prates following the recent news about the UFC 336 main event.Makhachev was supposed to fight Prates at UFC 336 in Toronto, but for undisclosed reasons, he is out of the fight. Now, Prates will fight Michael Morales for an interim title instead.Hearing that news, […] The post Islam Makhachev Sends Stern Warning to Carlos Prates appeared first on HEAVY.

Dana White Reacts to News That UFC 336 Main Event Is Off

UFC president Dana White reacted to the news that the planned UFC 336 main event between Islam Makhachev and Carlos Prates is off.UFC 336 takes place on January 30 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The promotion was hoping to book Makhachev vs. Prates as the headliner, but on Friday, it was reported that […] The post Dana White Reacts to News That UFC 336 Main Event Is Off appeared first on HEAVY.

UFC 336: Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales set for interim belt with Islam Makhachev out

With Islam Makhachev unavailable for UFC 336, Carlos Prates and Michael Morales will fight for interim gold in Toronto.

Islam Makhachev vs. Carlos Prates No Longer Targeted for UFC 336

Islam Makhachev vs. Carlos Prates is no longer targeted for UFC 336 in Toronto, leaving the UFC searching for a new main event.

Islam Makhachev Off UFC 336 Card

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will no longer compete at UFC 336 as was originally intended by the promotion.The UFC was hoping to book Makhachev vs. Carlos Prates as the main event of UFC 336, which takes place on January 30 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.However, Makhachev is now off the card, leaving […] The post Islam Makhachev Off UFC 336 Card appeared first on HEAVY.

UFC 336: Carlos Prates vs. Michael Morales interim title fight set; Joshua Van vs. Manel Kape to headline

UFC is kicking off 2027 with an unexpected interim title fight.

Interim Title Fight Co-Headlines UFC 336 in Toronto

On January 30, the UFC returns to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, for UFC 336. In the co-main event, two of the biggest South American stars square off for the interim welterweight title. Carlos Prates takes on Michael Morales in the Scotiabank Arena. The UFC announced the fight moments ago. Champion Islam Makhachev is unavailable to defend […] The post Interim Title Fight Co-Headlines UFC 336 in Toronto appeared first on HEAVY.

Will UFC go to Russia? Dana White sounds open to talks about event

Dana White, during a press conference Oct. 24, said the UFC has not held talks about holding an event in Russia but "probably should."

Dana White Has Latest Update on Usman Nurmagomedov to UFC

UFC president Dana White shared the latest update on former PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov potentially signing with the UFC.Nurmagomedov recently became a free agent following his final fight in PFL, a knockout win over Archie Colgan at PFL New York in July. However, that free agency came with a three-month matching period for the […] The post Dana White Has Latest Update on Usman Nurmagomedov to UFC appeared first on HEAVY.

Dana White Opens the Door for Alexander Volkanovski’s Third Shot at UFC Lightweight Gold

With Alexander Volkanovski pitching a retirement bout against Justin Gaethje for the 155lbs gold, it seems that Dana White is happy with the idea.