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Islam Makhachev's coach a fan of 'beast' Carlos Prates' Ricardo Mayorga-type persona

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Mon, October 19, 2026 at 11:40 PM UTC·

Ian Machado Garry Scheduled for UFC Return

UFC welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry is scheduled to make his return to the Octagon before the end of 2026. Machado Garry was last seen at UFC 330 in August, when he lost a unanimous decision to UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev in a fight that UFC president Dana White criticized the Irishman for a […] The post Ian Machado Garry Scheduled for UFC Return appeared first on HEAVY.

UFC 336 Could Bring the Welterweight Division’s Biggest Names to Toronto for a Stacked Card

With UFC 336 officially set for Toronto on January 30, the card could feature the likes of Islam Makhachev, Carlos Prates, Michael Morales & more.

Ciryl Gane's coach compares 'huge challenge' Josh Hokit to UFC legend

Don't expect coach Fernand Lopez to underestimate Josh Hokit heading into UFC 334.

Alexander Volkanovski predicts 'wild' finish of 20-0 Movsar Evloev

Alexander Volkanovski’s confidence is sky-high going into his upcoming title defense.

10 UFC wins, zero finishes: Movsar Evloev defends his fighting style

Alexander Volkanovski predicts UFC 333 win vs. Movsar Evloev 'in pretty wild fashion'

Alexander Volkanovski says everyone will be asking, "Is that the best Volk we've ever seen?" after UFC 333.

UFC claims Petr Yan is the promotion’s ‘Greatest Boxer’ in UFC 333 video tribute

Petr Yan is getting some shine from UFC. The reigning bantamweight titleholder is considered to be “UFC’s Greatest Boxer” in a new video tribute posted on the promotion’s YouTube Channel, featuring highlight-reel performances against Teruto Ishihara, Jose Aldo, and Urijah Faber, among others. “No Mercy” is just a couple of days away from defending his […]

UFC champ Alexander Volkanovski sees two contenders standing out the most

Alexander Volkanovski knows there are eager challengers waiting for him after UFC 333.

Dricus Du Plessis reveals why Sean Strickland is hard to beat

Dricus Du Plessis has explained why Sean Strickland is hard to beat.

Movsar Evloev thinks UFC 333 fight with Alexander Volkanovski could be 1st UFC finish: ‘Why not?’

Movsar Evloev could finally find a finish at UFC 333

UFC 333 Embedded, Episode 1: 'I just take their zeros'

The first episode of UFC 333 Embedded was released on Monday.

Controversial UFC champion declares: ‘Take the belt, it’s not for me’

Oliveira will defend the ‘Baddest Motherf*****’ strap against Diego Lopes in December, after his controversial title win in March

UFC 333 'Embedded,' No. 1: Volkanovski shows his Hollywood side

On the first fight week episode of UFC 333 "Embedded," we catch up with the featherweight champ on the red carpet in Sydney, and much more.

‘Really Happy’ – Johan Ghazali Reflects On Sweet Revenge Against Diego Paez At The Inner Circle 35

The 19-year-old Malaysian-American phenom discusses his victory in Bangkok and targets another big flyweight rematch.

Movsar Evloev Doesn’t Think Finishing UFC Fights is Everything

UFC featherweight contender Movsar Evloev doesn’t think that finishing UFC fights is the most important thing to do.Evloev fights UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 333 next Saturday at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Ran Emirates.For Evloev, he is ideally looking for his first finish inside the Octagon after […] The post Movsar Evloev Doesn’t Think Finishing UFC Fights is Everything appeared first on HEAVY.

Charles Oliveira: If the BMF belt is about rock ’em sock ’em robots, ‘take it somewhere else’

BMF champ Charles Oliveira headlines UFC 335 against Diego Lopes

Alexander Volkanovski plans to finish Movsar Evloev ‘in pretty wild fashion’ at UFC 333

Alexander Volkanovski is very confident coming into his featherweight title fight against Movsar Evloev at UFC 333. Volkanovski has been stumping for this matchup against the extremely tough but not very dynamic Evloev who has 10 wins in the UFC, all by decision. Evloev never hesitates to spam takedowns and go for a control-based win, […]

Dricus Du Plessis aims to get UFC belt back then conquer second division

Former UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis is looking for big fights.

Video: UFC 333 'Countdown' for Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev

Check out the UFC 333 "Countdown" main event video preview for Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev.

Joe Pyfer: Nassourdine Imavov's antics 'bit ridiculous,' but Sean Strickland unafraid

Joe Pyfer stands with Sean Strickland amid his pay dispute with the UFC.

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