Belgrade, Serbia: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, makes its historic debut in Belgrade as No. 13 ranked welterweight Uros Medicfaces off against No.15 ranked Daniel Rodriguez on Saturday, 1 August, at the Belgrade Arena.

Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. CEST on Friday, May 29, via tickets.rs. Fight Club members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets early at 10 a.m. CEST on Wednesday, May 27, whilst those who registered their interest early in this event will gain access at 10 a.m. CEST on Thursday, May 28.

UFC fans can take their experience to the next level with an exclusive VIP package. Fans can enjoy premium seating, access to a private all-inclusive lounge with food and drinks, opportunities to meet and take photos with UFC athletes, and the unforgettable chance to step inside the iconic UFC Octagon® after the event. For more information, fans can visit tickets.rs to view package details.

Making its long-awaited debut in Serbia, UFC descends on Belgrade for a landmark night inside the Octagon. With world-class talent assembled from across the globe, the event is shaping up to be an unmissable night of action.

Uros Medic (13-3-0, fighting out of Anchorage, Alaska by way of Novi Sad, Serbia)steps into the Octagon armed with striking precision that has made him one of the most dangerous finishers in the welterweight division. The ranked contender has put together a string of impressive performances, including consecutive first-round stoppage wins over of Geoff Neal, Gilbert Urbina, and Muslim Salikhov, and arrives in Belgrade hungry to cement his place among the division’s elite.

Daniel Rodriguez (20-5-0, fighting out Alhambra, California) has emerged as a fixture in the welterweight rankings as a result of his crisp, technical boxing and steely approach inside the Octagon. Rodriguez enters on a three-fight winning streak, having most recently bested Kevin Holland at UFC 318, and now he heads to Belgrade looking to secure the biggest win of his career.

Further bouts confirmed for the card:

• Local middleweight and Dana White Contender Series alum Dusko Todorovic (13-6-0, fighting out of Belgrade, Serbia) takes on Robert Valentin (11-6-0, fighting out of Zurich, Switzerland) in front of the home crowd at Belgrade Arena.
• A fixture in the light heavyweight rankings, Aleksandar Raki? (14-6-0, fighting out of Vienna, Austria, by way of Serbia) makes the move up to heavyweight for the first time, facing off with Polish veteran Marcin Tybura (27-11-0, fighting out of ?ód?, Poland).
• Ante Delija (26-8-0, fighting out of Dubrovnik, Croatia) takes on Johnny Walker (22-10-0, 1 NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada, by way of Rio das Otras, Brazil) in a heavyweight fight.
• Serbian prospect Jovan Leka (13-2-0, fighting out of Novi Slad, Serbia) makes his UFC debut as he goes head-to-head with Max Gimenis (6-2-0, fighting out Gaithersburg, Marlyand) in a heavyweight clash.
• UFC debutant Vlasto Cepo (14-3-0, fighting out of Novi Sad, Serbia) locks horns with  Gilbert Urbina (7-4-0, fighting out of The Rio Grande Valley, Texas) in a middleweight bout.

For local MMA news, fighter updates, and event announcements, visit mmasavezsrbije.rs or follow @mmasavezsrbije on social media, and follow @UFC for all the latest news and updates.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About MMA Federation of Serbia (RSMMAF)

The MMA Federation of Serbia (RSMMAF) is the national governing body for mixed martial arts in the country, uniting thousands of fans and overseeing a network of more than 50 active member clubs. The organization produces high-level national and regional championships annually, developing sports infrastructure and setting the standards for safety and professionalism in the region. Through its diverse activities, the Federation continuously promotes grassroots sport while creating pathways for domestic fighters to reach the global stage — as evidenced by numerous medals at European and World amateur championships. As a full member of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF), the MMA Federation of Serbia implements education and licensing programmes for officials and coaches, ensuring the legitimacy and continued growth of MMA in Serbia. Headquartered in Belgrade, the Federation actively collaborates with leading global organisations to advance the combat sports industry across the Balkans. For more information, visit mmasavezsrbije.rs and follow the official Federation profiles on Facebook.com/mmasavezsrbije.rs/ and @mmasavezsrbije on X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @mma_savez_srbije.

Las Vegas –UFC International Fight Week returns to Las Vegas, headlined by a thrilling rematch that will see former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor collide with former featherweight titleholder Max Holloway in a rematch 13 years in the making. Also, an exciting lightweight contenders’ bout sees No. 5 ranked contender Benoit Saint Denis battle No. 6 Paddy Pimblett.

UFC® 329: MCGREGOR vs. HOLLOWAY 2 takes place Saturday, July 11 at T-Mobile Arena with the main card starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The prelims will begin at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. The early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass.

UFC® 329: MCGREGOR vs. HOLLOWAY 2 tickets will go on sale Friday, May 29 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club ® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, May 27 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, May 28 at 10 a.m. ET. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com. 

UFC VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

McGregor (22-6, fighting out of Dublin, Ireland) returns to action for the first time in five years looking for a vintage performance. A devastating striker, he holds thrilling KO wins against Eddie Alvarez, Jose Aldo and Donald Cerrone. McGregor plans to remind fans why he is one of the greatest fighters ever by securing a second victory over Holloway.

Holloway (27-9, fighting out of Waianae, Hawaii) intends to spoil McGregor’s return with a highlight-reel finish. A former BMF titleholder, he has earned memorable wins against Justin Gaethje, Chan Sung Jung and Brian Ortega. Holloway now looks to even the score by stopping McGregor in emphatic fashion.

Saint Denis (17-3 1NC, fighting out of Paris, France) steps back in the Octagon following an impressive TKO win against Dan Hooker in February.  Currently riding a four-fight win streak, he also holds notable victories over Beneil Dariush, Mauricio Ruffy and Matt Frevola. Saint Denis now plans to finish Pimblett and stake his claim for a title shot.

Pimblett (23-4, fighting out of Liverpool, Merseyside, England) is coming off his Fight of the Year candidate against Justin Gaethje in January. A relentless competitor, he has delivered exciting victories over Michael Chandler, King Green and Tony Ferguson. Pimblett aims to halt Saint Denis’ momentum to crack the lightweight Top 5.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Former UFC bantamweight title challenger and No. 4 ranked contender Cory Sandhagen (18-6, fighting out of Aurora, Colo.) runs it back with No. 8 Mario Bautista (17-3, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.)
• No. 4 ranked flyweight contender Brandon Royval (17-9, fighting out of Denver, Colo.) looks to halt the momentum of rising No. 6 Lone’er Kavanagh (10-1, fighting out of London, England)
• Freestyle wrestling Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson (3-0, fighting out of Minneapolis, Minn.) makes his highly anticipated UFC debut against Elisha Ellison (5-2, fighting out of Enumclaw, Wash.) in a heavyweight tilt
• Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker (27-9, fighting out of Sydney, Australia) moves up to light heavyweight to face No. 13 ranked contender Nikita Krylov (31-11, fighting out of Kislovodsk, Russia)
• Former bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt (15-7, fighting out of Uhrichsville, Ohio) collides with Adrian Yanez (17-6-1, fighting out of Houston, Texas) in a battle at 135-pounds
• No. 8 ranked flyweight contender Tracy Cortez (12-3, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) squares off with No. 12 Wang Cong (9-1, fighting out of Liaoning Province, China)
• Damian Pinas (9-1, fighting out of Aruba) takes on Cesar Almeida (7-2, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) in a middleweight bout
• Undefeated Luke Riley (13-0. Fighting out of Liverpool, England) meets Kai Kamaka III (15-7-1, fighting out of Kapolei, Hawaii) at featherweight
• Ryan Gandra (9-1, fighting out of Betim, Brazil) locks horns with Zachary Reese (10-3 1NC, fighting out of Houston, Texas by way of Shiner, Texas) in a middleweight clash
• Ode Osbourne (13-9 1NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Milwaukee, Wisc.) faces Cody Durden (18-10-1, fighting out of Covington, Ga.) at flyweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About T-Mobile Arena

T-Mobile Arena, the 20,000-seat venue located on the Las Vegas Strip between Park MGM and New York-New York, opened April 6, 2016. The arena hosts more than 100 events annually including major headline entertainment, awards shows, UFC, boxing, basketball and other sporting events, family shows and special events. T-Mobile Arena also is the home of the Vegas Golden Knights, a National Hockey League expansion team and the city’s first professional sports team, as well as UFC’s exclusive Las Vegas arena destination. The venue, named the No. 1 venue on Billboard Magazine’s 2018 Arena Power List as well as the “Best New Major Concert Venue” by Pollstar Magazine in 2016, features 50 luxury suites, more than two dozen private loge boxes, complete broadcast facilities, and other specially designed exclusive hospitality offerings and fan amenities destined to create a guest experience second to none. Toshiba Plaza, an adjacent two-acre outdoor entertainment space, features performance stages, a variety of video screens and other interactive content and display areas. Designed and built to prioritize environmental sustainability, T-Mobile Arena was awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® (LEED) Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council in 2016. T-Mobile Arena is a privately funded joint venture between AEG and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information, visit T-MobileArena.com or follow on Facebook, X and Instagram.

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Meta APEX on June 20 with an entertaining card headlined by a must-see rematch between No. 2 ranked UFC flyweight contender Manel Kapeand No. 5 ranked Kyoji Horiguchi. Also on the card, No. 15 ranked UFC bantamweight contender Farid Basharatmeets rising Ethyn Ewing.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: KAPE vs. HORIGUCHI takes place Saturday, June 20 in Las Vegas. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: KAPE vs. HORIGUCHI will go on sale Friday, May 22 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, May 21 at 10 a.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Kape (22-7, fighting out of Phuket, Thailand by way of Porto, Portugal) aims to deliver another bonus-earning performance. Known for highlight-reel finishes, Kape has entertained fans in victories over Brandon Royval, Asu Almabayev and Bruno Silva. He now intends to even the score with Horiguchi and secure his first UFC title opportunity.

Former UFC title challenger Horiguchi (36-5 1NC, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Gunma, Japan) looks to remain undefeated in his second tenure with the promotion. A well-rounded competitor, he has climbed back into the division Top 5 with definitive wins over Amir Albazi and Tagir Ulanbekov. Horiguchi now plans to secure his biggest victory yet with another finish over Kape.  

Undefeated Basharat (15-0, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Paktia, Afghanistan) steps back into the Octagon for the second time in 2026. A signee from Season 6 of Dana White’s Contender Series, Basharat has proven himself as a rising talent with victories over Jean Matsumoto, Chris Gutierrez and Victor Hugo. He now has his sights set on retaining his perfect record by beating Ewing in dominant fashion.

Ewing (10-2, fighting out of Yorba Linda, Calif.) seeks to keep his momentum going by taking out his third undefeated opponent in a row. A talented striker, Ewing burst onto the UFC scene with notable performances over Malcolm Wellmaker and Rafael Estevam. He now aims to deliver his best showing yet and break into the Top 15 rankings

Additional bouts include:

• No. 10 ranked UFC bantamweight contender Karol Rosa (19-7, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) looks to defend her spot in the rankings against No. 14 Luana Santos (10-2, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil)
• Heavyweight contenders collide as Jhonata Diniz (9-2, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil) faces UFC newcomer Jose Montanha (6-1, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil)
• No. 15 ranked UFC bantamweight contender Bia Mesquita (7-0, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) aims to remain undefeated when she takes on Melissa Mullins (7-2, fighting out of Oxford, England)
• Light heavyweight action sees Ion Cutelaba (20-11-1 1NC, fighting out of Chisinau, Moldova) battle rising prospect Navajo Stirling (9-0, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand)
• Undefeated flyweight Andre Lima (11-0, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) looks to make a statement against Kevin Borjas (10-5, fighting out of Lima, Peru)
• Gaston Bolanos(8-5, fighting out of Dublin, Calif. by way of Lima, Peru) and Michael Aswell (11-4, fighting out of Houston, Texas) go toe-to-toe at featherweight
• An exciting featherweight bout pits Hyder Amil (11-2, fighting out of San Rafael, Calif.) against Christian Rodriguez (12-4, fighting out of Milwaukee, Wisc.)
• Allan Nascimento (22-6, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) and Mitch Raposo (10-3, fighting out of Fall River, Mass.) clash in a flyweight bout
• Melsik Baghdasaryan (8-3, fighting out of Glendale, Calif.) plans to spoil the UFC debut of undefeated Dana White’s Contender Series signee Murtazali Magomedov (10-0, fighting out of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan)

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, together with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), announces its highly anticipated return to the region with UFC® FIGHT NIGHT ABU DHABI on Saturday, 25th July 2026, live from Etihad Arena on Yas Island.

UFC® FIGHT NIGHT ABU DHABI tickets will go on sale soon. Fans are encouraged to register their interest early for the best chance to secure tickets via VisitAbuDhabi.ae, where exclusive hotel and ticket packages for traveling fans will also be available.

Full details on the fight card will be revealed in the coming weeks. With a reputation for delivering standout matchups and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else, Abu Dhabi is once again gearing up for an unmissable night inside the Octagon®.

This latest Fight Night event continues UFC and Abu Dhabi’s longstanding partnership dating back to 2010. In recent years, the emirate hosted the global sporting phenomena that was Fight Island during the COVID-19 pandemic and has since cemented its place as one of UFC’s most electrifying destinations. Last year, UFC® FIGHT NIGHT: WHITTAKER vs. DE RIDDER in July packed out Etihad Arena with a thrilling middleweight clash, while UFC® 321: ASPINALL vs. GANE in October brought a clash of heavyweight contenders during Abu Dhabi Showdown Week.

Through its collaboration with DCT Abu Dhabi, UFC continues to expand its global network of government and private partnerships, bringing marquee live events to communities worldwide, growing its fanbase and delivering economic and cultural impact.

For further information on UFC® FIGHT NIGHT ABU DHABI and the latest updates, please visit VisitAbuDhabi.ae.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi:

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors, fuels economic progress and helps achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries.

DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.

For more information about DCT Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit tcaabudhabi.ae and visitabudhabi.ae. For Abu Dhabi Calendar, please visit inabudhabi.ae.

Baku, Azerbaijan: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, returns to Baku with a thrilling lightweight bout as No. 9 ranked lightweight Rafael Fizievtakes on No. 14 ranked knockout star Manuel Torres on Saturday, 27 June, at the National Gymnastics Arena.

Tickets for UFC® FIGHT NIGHT: FIZIEV vs TORRES go on sale at 10 a.m. AZT/7 a.m. BST on Friday, May 15 via iTicket. Fight Club members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets early at 10 a.m. AZT/7 a.m. BST on Wednesday, May 13, whilst those who registered their interest early in this event will gain access at 10 a.m. AZT/7 a.m. BST on Thursday, May 14.

Following a successful debut event in 2025, UFC returns with all the action to Baku, bringing combat sports fans another high stakes showdown inside the Octagon®. With elite athletes from across the globe, the night is gearing up to be a must-see event for both longtime and new UFC fans in the region.

Fan favourite Fiziev (13-5, out of Phuket, Thailand) returns to action with his explosive striking and elite Muay Thai knockout power. The lightweight contender boasts memorable finishes over Rafael Dos Anjos and Brad Riddell. After a unanimous decision win over Ignacio Bahamondes in Baku last June, the No. 9-ranked lightweight looks to thrill the crowd in Azerbaijan once more.

Torres (17-3, fighting out of Ciudad Madera, Chihuahua, Mexico) has quickly established himself as a standout contender, having ended 16 of his 17 wins in the first round. Torres earned a Fight Night bonus in all five of his UFC wins, delivering highlight-reel stoppages over Grant Dawson, Drew Dober and Nikolas Motta, he looks to continue his rise in the lightweight ranks.  

In the co-main event, knockout artist Shara Magomedov (16-1, fighting out of Dagestan, Russia) faces Michel Pereira (32-14, 2 NC fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) in a high-energy middleweight clash. Both athletes are known for their unorthodox striking styles, promising to make this one of the most entertaining bouts of the night.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Hometown hero Nazim Sadykhov (11-2-1, fighting out of Las Vegas, by way of Baku, Azerbaijan) locks horns with Matheus Camilo (10-3-0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) in a lightweight bout.
• In the flyweight division, Asu Almabayev (23-3, fighting out of Almaty, Kazakhstan) meets Charles Johnson (19-8, fighting out of Orlando, Florida) in a clash of ranked contenders.
• Middleweight contenders collide as Ikram Aliskerov(17-2, fighting out of Makhachkala, Russia) meets Brunno Ferreira (15-3, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil).
• Abus Magomedov (28-7-1, fighting out of Düsseldorf, Germany) faces Michal Oleksiejczuk(22-9,1 NC  fighting out of Barki, Poland) in a middleweight bout.
• Undefeated light heavyweightAdul Rakhman Yakhyaev(9-0, fighting out of Turkey) looks to keep his perfect record intact againstJulius Walker(7-2, fighting out of Springfield, Missouri).
• UFC debutant Farman Hasanov (5-0, fighting out of Baku, Azerbaijan) takes on Eric Nolan (8-4, fighting out of Edison, New Jersey) in a welterweight bout.
• Ismail Naurdiev (25-8, fighting out of Rabat, Morocco) will take on Marvin Vettori (19-9-1, fighting out of Mezzocorona, Italy) in a middleweight matchup.
• Another middleweight bout sees Nursulton Ruziboev (36-9-2, 2 NC fighting out of Tashkent, Uzbekistan) face Andrey Pulyaev (10-3, fighting out of Novosibirsk, Russia).
• In the welterweight division, Daniil Donchenko (14-2, fighting out of Korosten, Ukraine) takes on Andreas Gustafsson (12-3, fighting out of Gävle, Sweden).
• Bantamweights Bekzat Almakhan(12-3, fighting out of Almaty, Kazakhstan) and Jean Matsumoto (17-2, fighting out of Braganca Paulista, Sao Paulo, Brazil) meet in a high-paced showdown.

With UFC’s history of sellout events, fans are advised to register their interest early at ufc.com/Baku to secure their seats for this highly anticipated event and to follow @UFC on social media for the latest updates.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 1 billion broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

Las Vegas – UFC^® today announced that former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s ‘Modern Wing’ as a member of the Class of 2026. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 9, as part of the 14^th Annual UFC International Fight Week. 

“Chris Weidman is one of the greatest middleweights in UFC history,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “Chris consistently competed against the best athletes in the world during his career, and his victories over Anderson Silva changed the landscape of the middleweight division forever. It will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer.”  

Weidman will enter the UFC Hall of Fame as the 19^th member of the Modern Wing. The Modern Era category includes athletes who turned pro on or after November 17, 2000, when the first UFC event under the unified rules of MMA was held. Other requirements include a minimum age of 35 or those who have been retired for one year or more.

A veteran of 24 fights during his 15-year MMA career, Weidman registered a 16-8 (12-8, UFC), record, securing victories over UFC Hall of Famers Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort and Kelvin Gastelum (Fight Wing), as well as former UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida. 

Weidman made his professional MMA debut on February 20, 2009, winning each of his first four fights in Ring of Combat before signing with UFC.

Weidman made his UFC debut on the main card of UFC LIVE: SANCHEZ vs. KAMPMANN, which took place on March 3, 2011, at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. He would defeat his opponent, Alessio Sakara, via unanimous decision to launch his career inside the Octagon. 

Weidman would win his next four fights to earn a title shot against then-middleweight champion Anderson Silva at UFC 162.

UFC^® 162: SILVA vs. WEIDMAN took place on July 6, 2013, at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.  Both Silva and Weidman entered the match on impressive winning streaks of 17 and 9, respectively. Having won 16 fights with UFC and 10 title defenses, Silva was aiming to secure a new record of most consecutive title defenses with a victory over Weidman.

Weidman took control of the first round early with a takedown 30 seconds into the match with Silva countering from his back. Weidman continued landing shots from top position, but Silva reversed his heel hook position with two minutes remaining. Weidman and Silva would trade punches in the center of the Octagon for the remainder of the round, with Silva taunting Weidman with his hands on his hips to excite the crowd.

Silva continued to taunt Weidman at the beginning of the second round, evading his punches and takedown attempts. With 3:46 remaining Weidman threw a flurry of punches, connecting on a left hook that knocked out Silva and ended the fight. 

Weidman’s KO victory over Silva is widely regarded as one of the biggest upsets in combat sports history as Silva, then the #1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world, was as one of MMA’s biggest stars.

Weidman and Silva would meet five months later for a rematch at UFC^® 168: WEIDMAN vs. SILVA 2, which took place on December 28, 2013, at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Weidman would win the rematch and defend the middleweight title after Silva broke his leg landing a kick to Weidman’s shin. 

Weidman would defend the middleweight title by winning his next two fights over Machida and Belfort, before losing his first fight to former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold in the co-main event of UFC 194 on December 12, 2015.

Over the next eight years, Weidman would compete in 11 more bouts against the top ranked middleweights in the world, before retiring in December 2024 after a loss to Eryk Anders at UFC 310.

Outside the Octagon, Weidman has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career, receiving Breakthrough Fighter of the Year in 2012 by the Fighters Only World MMA Awards and Fighter of the Year in 2013 by Yahoo! Sports, MMA Junkie and the Fighters Only World MMA Awards.

A native of Baldwin, New York, Weidman began wrestling at a young age and became a New York state wrestling champion while attending Baldwin Senior High School. Following high school, Weidman earned NJCAA All-America honors at Nassau Community College in 2004 and 2005, before transferring to Hofstra. At Hofstra, he continued to thrive, becoming a two-time NCAA All-American in 2006 and 2007. Weidman currently serves as an analyst / commentator for UFC events broadcast on Paramount+.

To view Weidman’s UFC FIGHT PASS collection please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/playlist/34821

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

Las Vegas – UFC today announced that longtime UFC writer and editorial director, Thomas Gerbasi, has been named to the UFC Hall of Fame class for 2026 as a Contributor. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 9, as part of the 14^th Annual UFC International Fight Week.

“Tom was a close member of the UFC family and a very talented writer,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White.

If you’ve ever read anything at all on UFC.com, the UFC print magazine, or any number of official books on UFC, you’ve read the writing of Thomas Gerbasi. For almost two decades, Tom served as editorial director, head writer, and company historian for UFC, recording, reporting, and telling the tale of the world’s greatest sports organization as it unfolded in real time.

A proud native New Yorker, Gerbasi graduated from St. John’s University and celebrated his life-long love of boxing in early web publications like HouseOfBoxing.com and MaxBoxing.com, where he quickly became recognized as an authority in the sport. 

In 2024, he was honored with the Nat Fleischer Award for excellence in boxing journalism from the Boxing Writers Association of America. In 2022, he was inducted into the International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame for his work as a journalist covering the sport. His final book Boxing: The 100 Greatest Fighters, was released in September 2025.

His acumen in boxing and combat sports eventually caught the eye of UFC, where he would transfer his massive knowledge and immense credibility to the world of mixed martial arts. He authored several of the definitive works on the company, including UFC: A Visual History; The UFC Encyclopedia; and The Official UFC Fan Guide. He diligently kept meticulous biographies of every fighter and was recognized as the utmost authority both inside and outside of UFC.

But arguably his biggest journalistic contribution was to UFC’s website, a place where week after week, month after month, and year after year, he told the stories of the men and women who stepped into the Octagon. He was guided by the mantra “tell the stories that only we can tell,” and demanded that his team do the same. Giving as much credence to a young new fighter on the early prelims as he did the most decorated of champions, Gerbasi’s words introduced the world to thousands of MMA athletes. He spent his days talking to each and every member of the UFC roster, who implicitly trusted him to tell their diverse and inspiring stories. 

Beyond the printed and digital media domains, Gerbasi’s contributions extended to the entire UFC organization, making his impact in departments as varied as public relations, creative, live production, and broadcast. In short, anytime strong, credible copy about UFC was needed, Tom was the guy.

In addition to his own books and his invaluable contributions to UFC, Gerbasi’s work appeared in myriad publications, including The Ring Magazine, The Village Voice, The Independent, The Boston Herald, King, Uppercut, Women’s Boxing World, Boxing News, ESPN.com, and countless others.

Outside of combat sports, Gerbasi was an avowed family man, caring for his wife, daughter, and two young granddaughters daily. He played goalie in an organized soccer league on Sundays and ran numerous marathons in his spare time. He loved music and celebrated great cuisine.

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

Las Vegas – UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, in partnership with Paycom Center and Visit Oklahoma City, today announced UFC’s return to Oklahoma City on Saturday, July 18. 

UFC® FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY looks to deliver a can’t-miss card filled with thrilling matchups featuring some of UFC’s biggest stars, top contenders and rising prospects. Fans in Oklahoma can expect a night of excitement and entertainment as UFC continues to bring the best in mixed martial arts to cities around the world.

“We are thrilled to return to an incredible destination like Oklahoma City,” said UFC Executive Vice President of Event Development Peter Dropick. “Thank you to Paycom Center and Visit OKC for their continued partnership and we look forward to delivering a great event this July.”

“We are honored to host the first UFC event in Oklahoma in nearly 10 years,” said Paycom Center General Manager, Chris Semrau. “The community has been asking for this kind of event for years, and we’re very excited to finally bring the highest level of MMA back to Oklahoma City. This will surely be one of the major events of the summer for the region.”

“Visit Oklahoma City is beyond excited for the return of the UFC to our market after many years,” said Visit OKC Vice President of Sports Development, Adam Wisniewski. “Our city takes pride in hosting the country’s most premier sporting events, and bringing another UFC Fight Night is something we are very much looking forward to adding to Oklahoma City’s resume. We can hardly wait to welcome thousands of fans to Oklahoma City and to assist in producing an event our city will talk about for years to come!”

UFC® FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY marks the first UFC event in the region since UFC FIGHT NIGHT: CHIESA vs LEEon June 25, 2017 and will be the third overall event in Oklahoma City in UFC history, as it also hosted UFC FIGHT NIGHT: DIAZ vs GUILLARD on September 16, 2009.

UFC’s return to Oklahoma City is part of TKO’s expanding network of partnerships with government and private stakeholders around the world who are eager to host UFC’s marquee live events, generating meaningful economic and cultural impact and delivering memorable experiences for fans.

Ticket information will be announced soon. With UFC’s history of sellout events, fans are advised to register their interest early at ufc.com/OKC to secure their seats for this highly anticipated event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paycom Center

Paycom Center is Oklahoma City’s premier entertainment facility and home to NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. Consistently listed on Pollstar’s Top Arenas Worldwide, the venue hosts numerous concerts, family shows, and sporting events creating memories for thousands of guests each year. Paycom Center is owned by the City of Oklahoma City and managed by Legends Global, the premier venue management and services company. For more information and a full list of events, visit http://www.paycomcenter.com. 

About the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is the region’s vision-setting organization and drives economic growth and vitality by uniting business leaders to foster collaboration, belonging and regional prosperity. For more than 100 years, the Chamber has served as the voice of the Oklahoma City business community, supporting its members and the region through economic development, education, government relations and promotion of Oklahoma City as a premier visitor destination. The Chamber’s family of brands includes Visit Oklahoma City, the Greater Oklahoma City Partnership, OKC Sports, Team OKC, Life Science Oklahoma and OKC Film and Creative Industries.

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Meta APEX on June 6 with a stacked card filled with fun fights and headlined by a can’t-miss main event featuring former UFC welterweight world champion and No. 4 ranked contender Belal Muhammadas he faces off with rising No. 10 ranked Gabriel Bonfim. Also on the card, No. 4 ranked middleweight contender Brendan Allenmeets Edmen Shahbazyan.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MUHAMMAD vs. BONFIM takes place Saturday, June 6 in Las Vegas. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MUHAMMAD vs. BONFIM will go on sale Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, April 23 at 10 a.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Muhammad (24-5 1NC, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.) returns to action looking to build momentum for another shot at UFC gold. A well-rounded competitor, Muhammad rose through the welterweight ranks with wins over Sean Brady and Gilbert Burns before defeating then-champion Leon Edwards. He now looks to take out Bonfim in dominant fashion.

Surging Bonfim (19-1, fighting out of Brasilia, Brazil) aims to deliver another impressive UFC main event showing. A signee from season six of Dana White’s Contender Series, he holds recent wins over Randy Brown, Stephen Thompson and Khaos Williams. Bonfim now intends to break into the Top 5 by defeating the former champion.  

Perennial contender Allen (26-7, fighting out of Milwaukee, Wisc.) steps back into the Octagon chasing another highlight finish. Currently tied for third-most submissions in UFC middleweight history with six, Allen has shown off his skills in performances over Paul Craig, Bruno Silva and Andre Muniz. He now has his sights set on adding Shahbazyan to his resume and turning his attention towards the top of the division.  

Shahbazyan (16-5, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) seeks to extend his current three-fight win streak and secure the biggest win of his career. A high-paced finisher, he has ended 13 of his 16 wins by knockout including those over Andre Muniz, Dylan Budka and AJ Dobson. Shahbazyan now looks to make it four wins in a row with a statement performance.

Additional bouts include:

• An intriguing bantamweight bout pits Bryce Mitchell (18-4, fighting out of Searcy, Ark.) against Victor Henry (25-7 1NC, fighting out of Southgate, Calif.)
• No. 15 ranked UFC lightweight contender Fares Ziam (18-4, fighting out of Lyon, France) battles Tom Nolan (10-1, fighting out of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) in a high-stakes contest
• Undefeated light heavyweight prospect Iwo Baraniewski (8-0, fighting out of Warsaw, Poland) looks for another highlight-reel finish as he faces Billy Elekana (10-2, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.)
• Flyweight standout Imanol Rodriguez (7-0, fighting out of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico) makes his second Octagon appearance of 2026 when he squares off with veteran Matt Schnell (17-10 1NC, fighting out of Shreveport, Lou.)
• Marcus McGhee(10-2, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) faces Jakub Wiklacz (18-3-2, fighting out of Poznan, Poland) in a bantamweight contest
• An exciting flyweight bout sees No. 15 ranked contender Bruno Silva (15-8-2 1NC, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) defend his spot in the rankings against Edgar Chairez (13-6 1NC, fighting out of Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico)
• Always-entertaining Jordan Leavitt (13-3, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) meets Joanderson Brito (18-5-1, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) in a can’t-miss featherweight tilt
• Ketlen Souza (16-6, fighting out of Manaus, Brazil) and Ariane Carnelossi (15-4, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) compete at strawweight
• A women’s bantamweight bout features Priscila Cachoeira (13-8, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) and Chelsea Chandler (6-4, fighting out of Stockton, Calif.)
• Dana White’s Contender Series signee Jeisla Chaves (6-0, fighting out of Bahia, Brazil) makes her UFC debut against Yuneisy Duben (6-1 1NC, fighting out of Provincia de Lima, Peru) at flyweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® announced today it will return to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, August 15 for UFC® 330 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. UFC President and CEO Dana White and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joined Pat McAfee, a native of Pennsylvania, on his show to make the announcement. The soon-to-be-announced fight card will be exclusively available on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Latin America. Ticket information for UFC® 330 will be announced in the coming weeks.

For the first time in fifteen years, UFC® returns to Xfinity Mobile Arena with a championship bout. The organization last brought a numbered card to the venue on August 6, 2011, when UFC® 133, at the then named Wells Fargo Center, was headlined by Rashad Evans and Tito Ortiz. The city last hosted a UFC Fight Night event on March 30, 2019, where Justin Gaethje knocked out Edson Barboza for Fight of the Night honors.

UFC® 330 adds to the list of major events that the state of Pennsylvania will host this year, which includes the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, the PGA Championship in Newtown Square and FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia.

“Philadelphia is hosting some of the biggest sporting events this year as part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “It’s been fifteen years since the UFC brought a numbered event to the city, so now is the perfect time to go back. Philadelphia has always been a great fight town, and I can’t wait to return.”

“Pennsylvania is thrilled to host UFC 330 in Philadelphia, the first time a championship bout is coming back to the Commonwealth in fifteen years,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “This is a huge year for Pennsylvania – all eyes are on the Commonwealth as we celebrate America 250 and host some of the biggest sporting events in the world in the place where it all started. From UFC and March Madness to the FIFA World Cup and the NFL Draft, we’re excited to host world class sporting events that will bring with them incredible opportunities for our businesses, our communities, and our fans. The Commonwealth is all in and we look forward to welcoming UFC back to Pennsylvania.”

“In a year when the eyes of the world will be on Philadelphia, we are proud to welcome the UFC back to Xfinity Mobile Arena,” said Daniel J. Hilferty, Chairman and CEO of Comcast Spectacor, “This is a city defined by its underdog mentality, its fighting spirit, and its championship pedigree. There is perhaps no more fitting stage for UFC 330 in 2026, and we are honored to be part of bringing this historic event to Philadelphia.”

UFC’s return to Philadelphia is part of a growing number of partnerships between TKO and government and private partners in communities around the world that are eager to host UFC’s marquee live events. Through these partnerships, UFC is reaching more fans in more markets, delivering memorable experiences while generating meaningful economic and cultural impact for host communities. Today’s announcement is one of a number of these partnerships expected in 2026.

Fans looking to be the first to know how to secure tickets can register now at UFC.com/Philly.

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event as a media member.

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About UFC® 

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353  million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. 

About Xfinity Mobile Arena

Xfinity Mobile Arena, owned and operated by Comcast Spectacor, is Philadelphia’s home for sports and entertainment. In addition to hosting the top touring musical acts, family shows and other entertainment, the arena’s main tenants include the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, and Villanova Men’s Basketball. After the completion of its multi-year $400 million+ transformation, every inch of the venue has been completely reimagined. The project produced full upgrades and overhauls to the fan experience, technology, food and beverage, seating options, sightlines, performer amenities and sustainability.  

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

LAS VEGAS (April 9, 2026) – The Ultimate Fighter^®returns with a thrilling new season featuring a pair of UFC Hall of Famers competing head-to-head as coaches, when former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier goes up against former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping. The series will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., Latin America and Australia on Sunday, June 14, the same day as UFC Freedom 250, with new episodes premiering every Tuesday for the remainder of the 12-episode season.

The Ultimate Fighter®: Team Cormier vs. Team Bispingwill feature 16 men’s bantamweight (135 lbs.) and women’s strawweight (115 lbs.) prospects competing to pursue their UFC dreams.

Produced by Lionsgate Alternative Television, the iconic reality series has introduced a wide array of fans to UFC and served as a springboard for the career of numerous fighters who went on to be UFC champions and stars, including: Kamaru Usman, Tony Ferguson, T.J. Dillashaw, Rose Namajunas, Nate Diaz, Michael Chiesa, Kelvin Gastelum, Forrest Griffin, Rashad Evans, Uriah Hall and Conor McGregor, who was a coach in TUF 22 and TUF 31.

One of four athletes to ever hold two UFC titles simultaneously, Cormier intends to make a statement in his third time coaching on The Ultimate Fighter following his debut on Season 27. He will look to impart the skills and experience that earned him notable victories over Stipe Miocic, Anderson Silva and Alexander Gustaffson. Cormier now has his sights set on shutting out Bisping as a coach in dominant fashion.

The Ultimate Fighter season 3 winner, Bisping returns for a third time to coach on the show that helped forge him into a UFC champion and Hall of Famer. Making his coaching debut on Season 14, Bisping now looks to once again impart the trademark grit and high fight IQ that earned him memorable victories over Anderson Silva, Luke Rockhold, and Dan Henderson. He now aims to out coach Cormier and lead his team to victory.

Past seasons of The Ultimate Fighter®will be available on Paramount+ beginning in late May. 

Watch UFC on Paramount+.  For more information, including how to watch, visit Sneak Peak on Paramountplus.com.

Visit UFC.com for additional information and content to support your UFC coverage.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 266 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 900 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC^® today announced that the 14^th Annual UFC International Fight Week^™ will take place in Las Vegas from Thursday, July 9, through Sunday, July 12, headlined by UFC^® 329 with events taking place throughout the city at venues including Resorts World Las Vegas, T-Mobile Arena, and select MGM Resorts International properties.

UFC International Fight Week, the organization’s week-long celebration of combat sports, will be highlighted by the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and anchored by UFC^® 329, which takes place on Saturday, July 11, at T-Mobile Arena.

The prestigious 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, held annually as part of International Fight Week, honors the contributors and athletes who helped shape UFC while leaving an indelible mark on the sport of mixed martial arts. The UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 9, at T-Mobile Arena. 

Fans from around the world who attend International Fight Week will also be able to enjoy the activities of a traditional Fight Week, including ceremonial weigh-ins and press conferences, leading to the schedule’s culminating event, UFC^® 329, on Saturday, July 11, at T-Mobile Arena.

Rounding out the action?packed weekend are two incredible event nights, beginning with Power Slap —the world’s leading slap fighting promotion — on Friday, July 10, followed by the newly-launched Zuffa Boxing on Sunday, July 12, delivering non-stop must-see events for three consecutive nights. 

UFC fans can also enter for their chance to win an unforgettable UFC Dream Week travel package for International Fight Week. One lucky winner and a guest will win a one-of-a-kind VIP experience that includes premium tickets to UFC^® 329, the UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Power Slap, and Zuffa Boxing, as well as airfare and hotel accommodations. To learn more and enter, please visit www.ufc.com/dreamweek.  

Details regarding the fight card for UFC^® 329, as well as event locations and additional activities for UFC International Fight Week will be announced at a later date. For more information, please visit www.ufc.com/ifw. 

Las Vegas – UFC^® today announced that former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s Modern Wing as a member of the Class of 2026. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place this summer.

“Demetrious Johnson is the greatest flyweight of all-time,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “Demetrious was a great champion who had one of the most incredible careers in MMA, and his streak of 11 consecutive title defenses is one of the most remarkable records we’ve ever seen in professional sports. It will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer.”

Johnson will enter the UFC Hall of Fame as the 18^th member of the Modern Wing. The Modern Era category includes athletes who turned pro on or after November 17, 2000, when the first UFC event under the unified rules of MMA was held. Other requirements include a minimum age of 35 or those who have been retired for one year or more.
A veteran of 30 fights during his 14-year MMA career, Johnson compiled a record of 25-4,1 Draw (17-3,1 Draw – UFC / WEC), securing victories over former WEC bantamweight champion Miguel Torres, former RIZIN flyweight champion Kyoji Horiguchi, former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo, and former Pancrase flyweight tournament winner Yuya Wakamatsu.

After winning his first nine (9) amateur MMA fights with various promotions, Johnson made his professional debut on August 15, 2009, securing his first win via submission at King of the Cage: Thunderstruck. He would then join Alaska Fighting Championship and win his next two fights before joining WEC^®. 

Johnson made his WEC debut on the prelims of WEC^® 48: ALDO vs. FABER, which took place on April 24, 2010, at ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. He would lose his debut to Brad Pickett via decision but bounce back to win his next four fights across WEC / UFC to earn his first title shot against then-champion Dominick Cruz.

Johnson faced Cruz in the main event of UFC LIVE: CRUZ vs. JOHNSON, which took place on October 1, 2011, at Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. Cruz would retain his title by defeating Johnson via unanimous decision. 

After competing to a draw against Ian McCall in his next fight, Johnson would rebound in his rematch with McCall by defeating him via unanimous decision. With the win, Johnson advanced to face Joseph Benavidez in the UFC flyweight tournament finale at UFC 152. 

UFC^® 152: JONES vs. BELFORT took place on September 22, 2012, at Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario. Johnson faced Benavidez in the co-main event, capturing the split decision victory and becoming the inaugural UFC flyweight champion.

As UFC flyweight champion, Johnson would embark on a record-breaking winning streak, securing 11 consecutive victories and title defenses over the next four years, securing his place on the list of greatest MMA athletes in history.

On August 4, 2018, Johnson would lose his first fight in five years via split decision to Henry Cejudo in the co-main event of UFC^®227: DILLASHAW vs. GARBRANDT 2.

Following his loss, he would leave UFC and sign with ONE Championship, an MMA promotion based in Singapore. He would win five of his next six fights with ONE, capturing the flyweight world grand prix title and becoming the organization’s flyweight champion with one successful defense. He retired on May 5, 2023, and vacating the title after a successful defense.  

Johnson enters the UFC Hall of Fame with an impressive resume that includes:

UFC:

• Longest title reign in UFC flyweight history – 2,142 days (Second-longest in UFC history) 
• Longest consecutive fight winning streak in UFC flyweight history – 13
• Most title fight wins in UFC flyweight history – 12 (Third-most in UFC history)
• Most top position time in UFC flyweight history – 1:05:52
• Recorded 1 of 3 performances in UFC history with 100% takedown accuracy (min. 10 attempts)
• Highest significant strike accuracy percentage in UFC flyweight history – 57.2%
• Highest significant strike defense percentage in UFC flyweight history – 68.4% 
• Tied for second-most wins in UFC flyweight history – 13 
• Tied for second-most finished in UFC flyweight history – 7
• Third-most significant strikes landed in UFC flyweight history – 1,059 

Johnson has been won with numerous awards during his career, such as Fighter of the Year in 2013 by FOX Sports and again in 2017 by ESPN and Sports Illustrated. He also captured Submission of the Year honors in 2017 from the Fighters Only World MMA Awards, ESPN, and MMA Fighting.

A native of Parkland, Washington, Johnson excelled in wrestling at Washington High School, placing second and third in the state during his junior and senior seasons. After high school, Johnson trained MMA as a hobby before competing as an amateur on the Washington regional circuit. Johnson is an avid gamer and jiu-jitsu practitioner, competing in the IBJJF Master World and Pan Championships. He currently lives in Washington, with his wife and children.

To view Johnson’s UFC FIGHT PASS collection please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/playlist/34822

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

Las Vegas – UFC^® returns to Las Vegas, Nevada with a thrilling contest that sees former UFC bantamweight champion and current No. 5 ranked featherweight contender Aljamain Sterling take on No. 7 Youssef Zalal. Also on the card, top ranked bantamweights No. 3 Norma Dumont takes on No. 11 ranked contender Joselyne Edwards.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: STERLING vs ZALAL takes place Saturday, April 25^th in Las Vegas, Nevada. The prelims will air at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, followed by the main card airing at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET. All bouts will stream live onParamount+.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: STERLING vs ZALAL tickets will go on sale Friday, March 27 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT and are available for purchase at AXS.com.Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club^® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, March 25 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 26 starting at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Sterling (25-5, fighting out of Uniondale, N.Y.) makes his first appearance of the 2026 season looking to make a statement. A former UFC bantamweight champion, Sterling has etched his name in the history books by dominating and defeating impressive names such as Henry Cejudo, T.J. Dillashaw, and Brian Ortega. He now looks to halt Zalal’s momentum and further his goal of capturing a second division title.

Zalal (18-5-1, fighting out of Casablanca, Morocco by way of Englewood, Colo.) looks to deliver a shutout performance. Since stepping inside the Octagon, Zalal has earned his spot in the rankings by delivering strong wins against Josh Emmett, Calvin Kattar, and Jack Shore. Zalal now sets his sights on Sterling as he plans to secure the biggest win of his career and take out a former champion.

Dumont (13-2, fighting out of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil) returns to action aiming to steal the show. The Brazilian has made a name for herself across two divisions by taking out noteworthy opponents including former champion Germaine de Randamie, Irene Aldana, and Ketlen Vieira. She now looks to further solidify her spot in the top of the 135-pounds rankings by defeating rising contender Edwards.

Edwards (17-6, fighting out of Panama City, Panama) sets out to secure a fifth straight victory. Joining the UFC when she was 26 years old, Edwards has grown into a full-fledged veteran and fierce competitor, delivering finishes against Nora Cornolle, Priscila Cachoeira, and Chelsea Chandler. Edwards now turns her attention to Dumont as she looks to deliver another highlight finish and break into the division’s Top 5.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Talita Alencar(7-1-1, fighting out of Deerfield Beach, Fla. by way of Carutapera, Maranhão, Brazil) and Julia Polastri(14-5, fighting out of Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) face off in an all-Brazilian clash between Dana White’s Contender Series graduates in the strawweight division
• Middleweights Rodolfo Vieira(11-4, fighting out of Orlando, Fla.) and Eric McConico(10-4-1, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) compete in a preliminary card matchup
• Dana White’s Contender Series contract winners Jafel Filho(17-4, fighting out of Sento Sé, Bahia, Brazil) and Lucas Rocha(18-2, fighting out of Coari, Amazonas, Brazil) lock horns at flyweight
• All-action bantamweights No. 14 Montel Jackson(15-3, fighting out of Milwaukee, Wisc.) and Raoni Barcelos(21-5, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) face off
• A pivotal bantamweight bout sees former title challengerand No. 12 ranked Mayra Bueno Silva(10-6-1, fighting out of Uberlandia, Minas Gerias, Brazil) and Michelle Montague(7-0, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Matamata, New Zealand) collide
• Fireworks are expected when heavyweight Allen Frye Jr.(6-1, fighting out of Wilmington, N.C.) battles Max Gimenis(6-2, fighting out of Gaithersburg, Maryland)
• Exciting bantamweights Davey Grant (17-8, fighting out of Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England) and Dana White’s Contender Series contract winner Adrian Luna Martinetti (17-1, fighting out of Guayaquil, Ecuador) go toe-to-toe
• A middleweight tilt sees Jackson McVey(6-2, fighting out of St. Charles, Mo.) face off against Dana White’s Contender Series signee Sedriques Dumas(10-4 1 NC, fighting out of Pensacola, Fla.)

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

Visit the How to Watch UFC Fight Nightpageon Paramount+.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla. with one of the most stacked events of the year, capped off by a pair of all-action title fights. In the main event, a thrilling contest sees former UFC light heavyweight title holder and current No. 2 ranked contender Ji?í Procházka square off with No. 3 ranked Carlos Ulberg for the vacant, undisputed UFC light heavyweight championship. In the co-main event, UFC flyweight champion Joshua Van makes his first title defense against No. 3 ranked contender Tatsuro Taira.

UFC 327®: PROCHÁZKA vs ULBERG takes place Saturday, April 11th in Miami, Florida at Kaseya Center. The prelims will air at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, followed by the main card airing at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+. Additionally, beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, the final two prelims and first two bouts of the main card will air on CBS.

UFC 327®: PROCHÁZKA vs ULBERG tickets are on sale and are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person.

Procházka (32-5-1, fighting out of Brno, Czech Republic) returns to the Octagon with his sights set on reclaiming the light heavyweight crown. A fan favorite for his all-action fighting style, Procházka holds notable wins over some of the division’s best, including as Jamahal Hill, Dominick Reyes, and Khalil Rountree Jr. He now looks to add Ulberg to his impressive resume and raise UFC gold once again.

Ulberg (14-1, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand) looks to secure the biggest win of his career and capture the UFC light heavyweight title. Since breaking into the UFC, the New Zealand native has earned his spot in the Top 5 on the strength of a nine-fight winning streak that includes impressive wins over Dominick Reyes, Alonzo Menifield, and former champion Jan B?achowicz. Ulberg now aims to etch his name into the history books with a dominant win over Procházka.

Van (16-2, fighting out of Houston, Texas) sets forth for his first title defense. Claiming the UFC flyweight title just two years into his Octagon career, Van rocketed through the 125-pound division by delivering statement victories over Brandon Royval, Bruno Silva and Cody Durden. He now looks to solidify his reign by defeating Taira in dominant fashion.

Taira (18-1, fighting out of Okinawa, Japan) heads down to the 305 seeking his first world title. At 26-years-old, the young prospect has amassed a near-perfect resume that includes finishes over former UFC champion Brandon Moreno, Hyun Sung Park and Alex Perez. Taira now sets his sights on Van as he looks to make history and become the first ever Japanese-born UFC champion of the modern era.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 4 ranked UFC heavyweight contender Curtis Blaydes (19–5 1NC, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.) defends his Top 5 status against Dana White Contender Series alumni Josh Hokit (8–0, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.)
• Former title challenger and current No. 10 ranked UFC light heavyweight contender Dominick Reyes (15–5, fighting out of Victorville, Calif.) faces off with the unpredictable No. 12 Johnny Walker (22–9, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Rio das Ostras, Brazil)
• No. 6 ranked UFC light heavyweight contender Azamat Murzakanov (16–0, fighting out of Fairfield, N.J. by way of Nalchik, Russia) puts his perfect record on the line as welcomes former title challenger Paulo Costa (15–4, fighting out of Contagem, MG, Brazil) to the 205-pound division
• No. 13 ranked featherweight contender Patricio Freire (37-8, fighting out of Mossoro, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil) collides with Aaron Pico (13-5, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.)
• A thrilling featherweight matchup sees UFC Hall of Famer Cub Swanson (30–14, fighting out of Palm Springs, Calif.) return to the Octagon to take on Nate Landwehr (18–7, fighting out of Clarksville, Tenn.)
• No. 8 ranked lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot (25-4 1NC, fighting out of Poznan, Poland) meets Esteban Ribovics (15-2, fighting out of Cordoba, Argentina) in a bout sure to deliver non-stop action
• All-action welterweights Kevin Holland (28–15, 1NC fighting out of Fort Worth, Texas) and Randy Brown (20–7, fighting out of Queens, N.Y. by way of Spanish Town, Jamaica) lock horns
• High-stakes strawweight contest pits No. 2 ranked Tatiana Suarez (12–1, fighting out of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.) against No. 6 Loopy Godinez (14–5, fighting out of Vancouver, B.C., Canada by way of Aguascalientes, Mexico)
• UFC Hall of Famer Kelvin Gastelum(21-10 1NC, fighting out of Yuma, Ariz.) welcomes veteran Vicente Luque (23–12–1, fighting out of Brasília, Brasil) to the middleweight division

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

Visit the How to Watch UFC Fight Nightpageon Paramount+.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Kaseya Center

Located in the center of booming downtown Miami and the Entertainment District, Kaseya Center—home of the NBA Champion Miami HEAT—hosts 80+ non-basketball events each year including A-list concerts, family shows, sporting events, national conferences and more. Named as Billboard’s 2026 Top East Coast Arena, Kaseya Center is built with state-of-the-art sound and lighting and HD and electronic media signage inside and out. The impressive 19,600-seat venue is currently ranked the #1 arena in Florida for the 11th consecutive year—and the 14th time during the past 15 years—according to Billboard’s 2025 year-end rankings. Kaseya Center is also among the leading facilities in the country for hosting Latin entertainment. The Center has led the renaissance of downtown Miami over the past two decades, helping to transform the area into a thriving arts and entertainment district. The facility has hosted more than 1,200 events including diverse musical superstars such as Adele, Andrea Bocelli, Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, Carrie Underwood, Celine Dion, Depeche Mode, Drake, Dua Lipa, Eagles, Ed Sheeran, Imagine Dragons, Jennifer Lopez, Jonas Brothers, Justin Timberlake, Kane Brown, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Paul McCartney, Phish, RadioHead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rolling Stones, SZA, Taylor Swift, The Cure, The Killers, Tool, U2 and Usher just to name a few.  Kaseya Center has also become one of the country’s leading venues for showcasing Latin entertainment, including the likes of Ana Gabriel, Bad Bunny, Chayanne, Daddy Yankee, Enrique Iglesias, Karol G, Luis Miguel, Maluma, Maná, Marc Anthony, Ricardo Arjona, Ricky Martin, Shakira, and many others, as well as internationally televised award shows Premio Lo Nuestro and the Latin Grammy Awards. In 2009, Kaseya Center became among the first existing buildings in the country to have achieved LEED certification by the United States Green Building Council for its commitment to sustainability practices. More recently, in 2021, the Arena achieved its second LEED gold recertification. For more information about Kaseya Center, visit KaseyaCenter.com.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 19, 2026) — UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, today announced that the Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC), the unified regulatory body that oversees and supports the safety, integrity, and standardization of professional boxing and MMA events in the United States, will serve as an independent third party to advise on the regulatory operations for the unprecedented UFC event scheduled for Sunday, Jun. 14 on the grounds of the iconic White House, one of the most significant and renowned locations in the world.

In a statement published today, Association of Boxing Commissions President Timothy Shipman, wrote:

“As the event is being held on federal property, there is no requirement for the UFC to select a state athletic commission to oversee the event.

“The UFC expresses its commitment to ensuring that this event is among the most thoroughly regulated in the history of the sport and has requested that the ABC serve as an independent third party to assist in assembling the most qualified group of judges, referees, and inspectors in the world.

“The UFC has further confirmed that it will abide by all applicable regulatory requirements in support of this event, including all required medical examinations, pre-bout and post-bout physicals, and athlete safety protocols. All bouts on this card are officially licensed and sanctioned contests.”

Hunter Campell, UFC Chief Business Officer, and Marc Ratner, Senior Vice President, UFC Government & Regulatory Affairs, will collaborate with ABC on the details of the regulatory oversight of the event.

“UFC is the gold standard for athlete health and safety in combat sports – bar none, and we will absolutely bring those same industry leading standards to this incredible, unique event at the White House,” said Marc Ratner. “We thank the Association of Boxing Commissions for lending their expertise to ensure the highest standards of competitive integrity and professional governance to a truly unprecedented stage for MMA.”

The groundbreaking event will take place on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., marking the first professional sports event held at the world-famous location.

The event will feature a six-bout card headlined by a championship doubleheader. In the main event, UFC lightweight champion and No. 2 ranked pound-for-pound fighter Ilia Topuria will take on interim UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, while the co-main event pits former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira attempting to win a UFC title in an unprecedented third weight class against Ciryl Gane, a former interim UFC heavyweight champion. 

The  event will stream live on Paramount+ in the United States at no additional cost to subscribers.

Additional details about the event, including the schedule of official fight week activities, will be announced at a later date.

For information about upcoming UFC events, please visit UFC.com

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About UFC® 

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. 

Las Vegas –UFC’s returns to Newark, N.J. with an exciting middleweight championship grudge match that will see Khamzat Chimaev defend against former titleholder and current No. 3 ranked contender Sean Strickland. Also, heavyweight contenders collide when No. 2 ranked Alexander Volkov battles No. 4 Waldo Cortes Acosta.

UFC^® 328: CHIMAEV vs. STRICKLAND takes place Saturday, May 9 at Prudential Center with the main card starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The late prelims will begin at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass.

UFC^® 328: CHIMAEV vs. STRICKLAND will mark the twelfth UFC event at the famed arena dating back to 2007. UFC^® 302 headlined by Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier in 2024 still holds the venue’s live event gate record. 

UFC^® 328: CHIMAEV vs. STRICKLAND tickets will go on sale Friday, March 20 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET and are available atTicketmaster.com.  Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club ^® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, March 18 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 19 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.  

UFC VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Chimaev (15-0, fighting out of The United Arab Emirates by way of Chechnya, Russia) plans to kick off his 2026 campaign with a vintage performance. An undefeated competitor, he holds impressive wins against former UFC champions Dricus du Plessis, Robert Whittaker and Kamaru Usman. Chimaev looks to stop Strickland to begin a dominant title reign.

Strickland (30-7, fighting out of Corona, Calif.) has his sight set on regaining the UFC middleweight championship. Known for his relentless pressure, he has delivered memorable victories over Anthony Hernandez, Israel Adesanya and Nassourdine Imavov. Strickland intends to become a two-time titleholder by handing Chimaev his first career loss.

Volkov (39-11, fighting out of Moscow, Russia) hopes to continue his momentum following his October win against Jailton Almeida. A 16-year MMA veteran, the Russian striker has also earned victories over Sergei Pavlovich, Tai Tuivasa and Alexander Romanov. Volkov looks to defend his spot in the rankings by halting Cortes Acosta’s momentum.

Cortes Acosta (17-2, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz. by way of Fundacion, Barahona, Dominican Republic) intends to secure his fourth consecutive KO victory. A heavy-handed boxer, he has earned notable finishes over Derrick Lewis, Shamil Gaziev and Ante Delija. Cortes Acosta now hopes to stake his claim for a title shot with a show-stealing performance against Volkov.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 6 ranked welterweight contender Sean Brady (18-2, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn.) locks horns with No. 9 Joaquin Buckley (21-7, fighting out of St. Louis, Mo.)
• Former UFC light heavyweight champion and current No. 5 ranked contender Jan Blachowicz (29-11-2, fighting out of Warsaw, Poland) rematches No. 8 Bogdan Guskov (18-3-1, fighting out of Dukent, Uzbekistan)
• King Green (34-17-1 1NC, fighting out of Fontana, Calif.) squares off with Jeremy Stephens (28-20 1NC, fighting out of San Diego, Calif. by way of Des Moines, Iowa) in a clash of lightweight veterans
• Ateba Gautier (10-1, fighting out of Yaounde, Cameroon) takes on Ozzy Diaz (10-3, fighting out of Downtown Los Angeles, Calif.) at middleweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Prudential Center

Prudential Center is a world-class sports and entertainment venue located in downtown Newark, New Jersey. Opened in October 2007, the state-of-the-art arena is the home of the National Hockey League’s (NHL) three-time Stanley Cup Champion New Jersey Devils, Seton Hall University’s NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball program, Professional Women’s Hockey League’s (PWHL) New York Sirens and more than 210 concerts, family shows and special events each year. Ranked in the Top 10 worldwide by Pollstar, Billboard and various other industry publications, Prudential Center is recognized as one of the premier venues in the United States, and hosts over 2 million guests annually. For more information about Prudential Center, visit prucenter.com and follow the arena on Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok @PruCenter. Prudential Center is a HBSE property.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Meta APEX with an all-action lightweight main event, as former UFC lightweight title challenger and No. 10 ranked contender Renato Moicanofaces off with rising prospect Chris Duncan. Also on the card, No. 3 ranked UFC strawweight contender Virna Jandiroba meets No. 7 ranked Tabatha Ricci in a high-stakes matchup.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MOICANO vs. DUNCAN takes place Saturday, April 4 in Las Vegas. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MOICANO vs. DUNCAN will go on sale Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 12 at 10 p.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Fan favorite Moicano (20-7-1, fighting out of Brasilia, Brazil) returns to action looking to once again put on a show. A prolific submission artist, he has shown off his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt skills in wins over Benoit Saint Denis, Brad Riddell and Alexander Hernandez. Moicano now looks to kick off his 2026 season with another statement performance.  

Duncan (15-2, fighting out of Glasgow, Scotland) plans to make the most of his first UFC main event opportunity. A well-rounded finisher, Duncan is on a four-fight winning streak which includes stoppages over Terrance McKinney, Jordan Vucenic and Bolaji Oki. He now intends to secure another highlight and break into the Top 15.

High-level grappler Jandiroba (22-4, fighting out of Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil) makes her first appearance after challenging for the UFC strawweight championship. Jandiroba is currently tied for the most submission attempts in her division’s history with 16, a number she amassed throughout victories over Yan Xiaonan, Amanda Lemos and Loopy Godinez. She now looks to defend her spot in the Top 5 and make another run towards the title.

Ricci (12-3, fighting out of Ventura, Calif. by way of Birigui, São Paulo, Brazil) seeks to continue her momentum with another standout showing. Holding a black belt in both Brazilian jiu-jitsu and judo, she has demonstrated her well-rounded talents in wins over Amanda Ribas, Angela Hill and Tecia Pennington. Ricci now has her sights set on becoming the first person to finish Jandiroba and to break into title contention.

Additional bouts include:

• Ethyn Ewing (8-2, fighting out of Fountain Valley, Calif.) aims to keep the momentum going from his statement UFC debut when he faces the undefeated Rafael Estevam (14-0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) at bantamweight
• Lando Vannata (12-7-2, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.) returns to the Octagon to battle Darrius Flowers(12-8-1, fighting out of Mason City, Iowa) in a lightweight bout
• Charles Radtke(11-5, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.) looks to spoil the UFC debut of Jose Henrique (8-1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) at welterweight
• Undefeated light heavyweight Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev (8-0, fighting out of Grozny, Chechnya) meets veteran Brendson Ribeiro (17-9 1NC, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil)
• Featherweight actions pits Dana White’s Contender Series standout Tommy McMillen (9-0, fighting out of Scottsdale, Ariz.) against Manolo Zecchini (11-4, fighting out of Venice, Italy)
• Azamat Bekoev (20-4, fighting out of Vladikavkaz, Russia) aims for another highlight-reel finish as he takes on Tresean Gore (6-4, fighting out of Lawrenceville, Ga.) at middleweight
• Dana White’s Contender Series 2025 signee Jose Delano(16-3, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) looks to impress in his UFC debut against Robert Ruchala (11-2, fighting out of Nowy S?cz, Poland) in a featherweight tilt
• Guilherme Pat (6-0, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) meetsThomas Petersen (10-4, fighting out of Lakeville, Minn.) for a light heavyweight collision
• Flyweights Alessandro Costa(14-5, fighting out of Puebla, Mexico) and Stewart Nicoll (8-2, fighting out of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) aim to steal the show
• Alice Pereira (6-1, fighting out of Feira de Santana, Brazil) and Hailey Cowan (7-4, fighting out of Robinson, Texas) vie for their first UFC wins in a bantamweight contest
• Dione Barbosa (8-4, fighting out of Huntington Beach, Calif. by way of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil) and Melissa Gatto (9-2, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) lock horns at flyweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas ­– UFC^® today announced that the classic 2020 fight between strawweights Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczyk will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s ‘Fight Wing’ as a part of the class of 2026. This fight will enter the Hall of Fame as the first women’s bout inducted in UFC history. The UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place this summer.

“The fight between Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Zhang Weili at UFC 248 is one of the greatest fights I’ve ever seen,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “This fight was incredible. You had two talented savages that wanted the strawweight title more than anything and neither one of them backed down during this fight. I knew this was going to be a badass fight and it absolutely delivered. Congrats to Joanna and Weili on a fight that will always be remembered!”

As the co-main event of UFC^® 248: ADESANYA vs. ROMERO, which took place on March 7, 2020, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, both athletes entered the Octagon on winning streaks with the strawweight title on the line. 

Zhang entered the Octagon as the strawweight champion on a 20-fight winning streak and an impressive 20-1 record (4-0, UFC), recently defeating former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade and becoming the first Chinese athlete to capture a UFC title. 

Jedrzejczyk entered the bout with a 16-3 record (10-3, UFC) and previous wins over former UFC strawweight champions Carla Esparza and Jessica Andrade. 

A thrilling and competitive fight from the outset where the three judges were unanimous in how they saw just one of the five rounds, Zhang (165) and Jedrzejczyk (186) combined to land 351 significant strikes during their 25-minute instant classic, the most in a women’s UFC contest and the third-most in UFC title fight history. This fight marked the fourth time Jedrzejczyk landed more than 180 significant strikes against her opponent, the second-most in UFC history behind Max Holloway, who has accomplished the feat six times. It also marked the eighth time the Polish standout landed more than 100 significant strikes in a fight, making her one of six fighters in UFC history to accomplish the feat.

After the exhilarating 25-minute battle that culminated in a standing ovation for the combatants and immediate recognition as one of the greatest fights to ever take place inside the Octagon, Zhang emerged victorious, retaining her strawweight title by split decision. 

The two would meet in a rematch during UFC^® 275: TEIXEIRA vs. PROCHAZKA, which took place on June 12, 2022, at Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore, with Zhang securing the victory via KO by spinning backfist in the second round.

The fight won several awards, including Fight of the Year honors from Yahoo! Sports, MMA Junkie, MMA Fighting, The Athletic, BT Sport, CBS Sports, and the Fighters Only World MMA Awards.

To view this fight on UFC FIGHT PASS, please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/video/130443

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

Tom Aspinall believes Eddie Hearn is the perfect man to take his career to the next level after being officially unveiled as the first signing for Matchroom Talent Agency.

The UFC Heavyweight Champion joined the Matchroom Sport Chairman at a packed, launch Press Conference at London’s Battersea Power Station on Friday.

News of their exciting link-up dominated sports media coverage following its announcement on Thursday – and Aspinall has no doubt that even bigger things will follow now he has signed terms with Hearn to lead him. 

“I needed a more powerful voice in my corner to grow commercially inside and outside the Octagon,” Aspinall said, speaking to media today.

“I am delighted to be working with Matchroom Talent Agency. I hope other MMA fighters look at this and see the money I’m going to make, to be a trailblazer for them.”

Matchroom Talent Agency is Matchroom Sport’s new brand of talent management, created by Chairman Eddie Hearn, to manage and service leading Sport & Entertainment talent with care and loyalty, nurturing athletes’ careers by managing their brand and building their reputations.

The new subsidiary sits alongside Matchroom Sport’s leading global entities in Matchroom Boxing, Professional Darts Corporation, World Snooker and Matchroom MultiSport.

With an unrivalled dominance over the past 40 years, Matchroom has been at the heart of some of the most poignant and iconic sporting moments in history, pioneered by an array of legendary heroes from generations past and present.

Hearn is happy to have yet another superstar athlete alongside him in Aspinall and is determined to help steer and accelerate the combat fighter’s future to even greater heights.

“Tom Aspinall needs to be recognised for the revenue he drives,” said Hearn.

“Tom is the elite of the elite. The baddest man on the planet in MMA. The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion – and we are thrilled to be in his corner as the first of many marquee signings for our new Matchroom Talent Agency.

“Since the news broke yesterday of the formation of Matchroom Talent Agency, we have been inundated with enquiries from many high-profile athletes in Sport & Entertainment, so watch this space on who we sign up next.” 

BRENTWOOD, ESSEX – THURSDAY, MARCH 5: Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Sport is thrilled to announce today the launch of Matchroom Talent Agency – with its first signing, UFC Heavyweight Champion, Tom Aspinall.

Matchroom Talent Agency is Matchroom Sport’s new brand of talent management, created by Chairman Eddie Hearn to manage and service leading Sport & Entertainment talent with care and loyalty, nurturing athletes’ careers by managing their brand and building their reputations.

The new subsidiary sits alongside Matchroom Sport’s leading global entities in Matchroom Boxing, Professional Darts Corporation, World Snooker and Matchroom MultiSport.

With an unrivalled dominance over the past 40 years, Matchroom has been at the heart of some of the most poignant and iconic sporting moments in history, pioneered by an array of legendary superstars from generations past and present.

And a new journey begins today across Sport & Entertainment, as Matchroom Talent Agency embarks on a bright future ahead by joining forces with one of the biggest stars in the world as mega star – and reigning UFC Heavyweight king – Tom Aspinall is confirmed as the first member to join its world class talent roster.

Ranked in the top 10 as one of the best pound-for-pound MMA fighters on the planet, Aspinall, 32, became the first ever Briton to be crowned the UFC Heavyweight Champion back in 2025. 

Aspinall will continue working closely with his existing Media and Management team as Matchroom Talent Agency supports him with further key services ranging from Commercial, through to Publishing, Digital, Broadcast and Legal – and Eddie Hearn is excited to officially kickstart this new Matchroom Sport venture alongside the Salford-born combat fighter.

“I started my professional career in Athlete management and over the past 30 years, I have built a wealth of experience in building global superstars,”said Matchroom Sport Chairman, Eddie Hearn.

“We believe in partnership and transparency with our clients but, most importantly, always delivering exceptional and innovative work. Grounded in honesty and fierce commitment, Matchroom Talent Agency is about transforming careers through relentless ambition and telling it straight. 

“We believe in creating opportunities where others see obstacles in turning potential into greatness. So, the message is loud and clear to all: Join us on this journey. We are officially open for business.”

Tom Aspinall said: “I’m really excited to welcome Eddie [Hearn] and the Matchroom Sport group in a commercial and advisory role, and to become the first athlete to join the new Matchroom Talent Agency. 

“I’m really looking forward to working together and exploring some exciting opportunities as I continue my journey back into the cage.”

Winnipeg – The Octagon® returns to Winnipeg with an exciting welterweight contenders’ bout that will see former title challenger and No. 12 ranked contender Gilbert Burns battle Canadian standout Mike Malott. Also, flyweight contenders collide when No. 6 ranked contender Jasmine Jasudavicius faces No. 9 Karine Silva.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: BURNS vs. MALOTT takes place Saturday, April 18 at Canada Life Centre. The main card will air live at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, preceded by the prelims at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT, on Sportsnet and TVA Sports. The early prelims will stream on UFC FIGHT PASS at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: BURNS vs. MALOTT tickets will go on sale Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m. CT and are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.ca. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, March 4 at 10 a.m. CT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 5 starting at 10 a.m. CT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Fans can register their interest at UFC.com/Winnipeg.

Burns (22-9, fighting out of Boca Raton, Fla. USA by way of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) hopes to start his 2026 campaign with a highlight-reel finish. A former welterweight title challenger, the Brazilian has netted spectacular wins against Jorge Masvidal, Stephen Thompson and Tyron Woodley. Burns looks to remind fans he’s among the best in the world by halting Malott’s momentum.

Malott (13-2-1, fighting out of Fonthill, Ont.) intends to crack the welterweight Top 15 with a statement performance. A dangerous finisher, he has secured exciting victories over Kevin Holland, Charles Radke and Adam Fugitt. Malott plans to make the most of his first UFC main event opportunity by stopping Burns in emphatic fashion.

Jasudavicius (14-4, fighting out of Niagara, Ont.) strives to turn heads with a dominant performance on home soil. A relentless competitor, she has delivered memorable finishes against Jessica Andrade, Ariane da Silva and Priscila Cachoeira. Jasudavicius looks to defend her spot in the rankings to earn an opportunity at the flyweight Top 5.

Silva (19-6, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil) has her sight set on stealing the show behind enemy lines. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, she has earned notable submission victories over Maryna Moroz, Ketlen Souza and Poliana Botelho. Silva hopes to continue her ascent up the 125-pound ladder by taking out Jasudavicius.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• UFC newcomer Julien Leblanc (10-2, fighting out of Gatineau, Que.) debuts against Robert Valentin (11-6 1NC, fighting out of Zurich, Switzerland) in a middleweight bout
• Tanner Boser (22-10-1, fighting out of Edmonton, Alta.) returns to the Octagon against Gokhan Saricam (11-2, fighting out of Istanbul, Turkey) at heavyweight
• Melissa Croden (7-3, fighting out of Calgary, Alta.) meets Daria Zhelezniakova (10-2, fighting out of Saint Petersburg, Russia) in a bantamweight bout
• Donghun Choi (9-0, fighting out of Pohang, South Korea) squares off with Andre Lima (11-0, fighting out of Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil) in a battle of undefeated flyweights
• Mitch Raposo (10-3, fighting out of Fall River, Mass., USA) faces Allan Nascimento (22-6, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) at flyweight
• John Castaneda (21-8, fighting out of Minneapolis, Minn., USA) takes on Mark Vologdin (12-4-1, fighting out of Stockholm Sweden way of Russia) at bantamweight

For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit UFC.com. All bouts are live and subject to change. Please click here to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

Winnipeg – The Octagon® returns to Winnipeg with an exciting welterweight bout that will see former title challenger and No. 12 ranked contender Gilbert Burns battle Canadian standout Mike Malott. Stay tuned for future bout announcements.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: BURNS vs. MALOTT takes place Saturday, April 18 at Canada Life Centre. The main card will air live at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, preceded by the prelims at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT, on Sportsnet and TVA Sports. The early prelims will stream on UFC FIGHT PASS at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: BURNS vs. MALOTT tickets will go on sale Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m. CT and are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.ca. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, March 4 at 10 a.m. CT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, March 5 starting at 10 a.m. CT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Fans can register their interest at UFC.com/Winnipeg.

Burns (22-9, fighting out of Boca Raton, Fla. USA by way of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) hopes to start his 2026 campaign with a highlight-reel finish. A former welterweight title challenger, the Brazilian has netted spectacular wins against Jorge Masvidal, Stephen Thompson and Tyron Woodley. Burns looks to remind fans he’s among the best in the world by halting Malott’s momentum.

Malott (13-2-1, fighting out of Fonthill, Ont.) intends to crack the welterweight Top 15 with statement performance. A dangerous finisher, he has secured exciting victories over Kevin Holland, Charles Radke and Adam Fugitt. Malott plans to make the most of his first UFC main event opportunity by stopping Burns in emphatic fashion.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: BURNS vs. MALOTT will mark the third UFC event in Winnipeg. Since debuting in the Great White North with UFC 83 in 2008, UFC has held a total of 36 premiere sporting events in Canada that span across 11 cities.

For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit UFC.com. All bouts are live and subject to change. Please click here to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Seattle, Wash. for a second straight year with a thrilling middleweight contest that sees former division champion and current No. 6 ranked contender Israel Adesanyasquare off with No. 14 Joe Pyfer. Also on the card, a showdown between top ranked flyweights as No. 4 Alexa Grassocollides with No. 5 Maycee Barber.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: ADESANYA vs. PYFER takes place Saturday, March 28 in Seattle, Washington at Climate Pledge Arena. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: ADESANYA vs. PYFER tickets will go on sale Fri., February 6 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT and are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com and ClimatePledgeArena.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wed., February 4 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thurs., February 5 starting at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Adesanya (24-5, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand) makes his long-waited return to the Octagon. A former two-time middleweight champion, the UFC Hall of Famer has become an icon of the sport through legendary performances against notable names such as Anderson Silva, Alex Pereira, and Robert Whittaker. Adesanya looks to resume his winning ways and add Pyfer to his collection of names.

Pyfer (15-3, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn.) plans to secure the biggest win of his career. Since breaking into the UFC on Dana White’s Contender Series, the Philadelphia native has earned his spot in the rankings by racking up impressive wins against Kelvin Gastelum, Abus Magomedov, and Marc-André Barriault. Pyfer now aims make a statement against Adesanya and continue his journey to UFC gold.

Mexico’s Grasso (16-5-1, fighting out of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico) looks to kick off the 2026 season with a bang. The first Mexican woman to win UFC gold, Grasso has become a fan-favorite through her display of heart and grit in victories over Valentina Shevchenko and Viviane Araújo, as well as a previous victory over Baber. She looks to earn another championship opportunity by once again defeating Barber in dominant fashion.

Barber (15-2, fighting out of Denver, Colo.) has not lost since her first meeting with Grasso and heads to Seattle seeking redemption. A Dana White’s Contender series standout, Barber is riding a seven-fight winning streak that includes victories over Karine Silva, Amanda Ribas, and former title challenger Katlyn Cerminara. She now plans to even the score and make a statement against Grasso.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 10 ranked Marcin Tybura(27-10, fighting out of Uniejow, Poland) collides with No. 14 Valter Walker(15-1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) in a clash of heavyweight contenders
• Washington’s own Chase Hooper (16-4-1, fighting out of Enumclaw, Wash.) aims for another signature submission when he meets Lance Gibson Jr. (9-2, fighting out of Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada) in a featherweight contest
• Light heavyweights battle as undefeated Navajo Stirling (8-0, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand) faces off with Bruno Lopes (14-2, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil)
• Veteran Michael Chiesa (19-7, fighting out of Spokane Valley, Wash.) plans to impress his home state fans when he challenges Carlston Harris(19-7, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) at welterweight
• Dana White’s Contender Series signee Mansur Abdul-Malik(9-0-1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) squares off with Yousri Belgaroui(9-3, fighting out of Amsterdam, the Netherlands)
• No. 11 ranked flyweight contender Casey O’Neill(27-10, fighting out of Gold Coast, Australia) battles No. 15 Gabriella Fernandes(11-3, fighting out of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil)
• An exciting featherweight bout pits Julian Erosa (31-13, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) against Lerryan Douglas (13-5, fighting out of Huntington Beach, Calif.)
• Road to UFC featherweight signee Zhu Kangjie (21-4 1NC, fighting out of Jiangsu, China) looks to make the most of his UFC debut when he meets fellow debutant Marcio Barbosa(17-2, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
• Dana White’s Contender Series contract winner Carol Foro(9-1, fighting out of Abaetetuba, Pará, Brazil)faces Stephanie Luciano(7-2-1, fighting out of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil) at strawweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Climate Pledge Arena

Climate Pledge Arena, located at Seattle Center, is the complete redevelopment of an historic landmark, originally built for the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair. The arena is home to the NHL’s Seattle Kraken, WNBA’s Seattle Storm, Seattle Torrent and the world’s biggest performers of live music and events. The arena is named after The Climate Pledge, an initiative founded by Amazon and Global Optimism asking global corporations to become net zero carbon by 2040. Climate Pledge Arena has one of the most progressive sustainability programs of any building its size, including being the world’s first Zero Carbon Certified arena. Climate Pledge Arena opened October 19, 2021. Visit climatepledgearena.com

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

London, UK – UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, has announced its highly anticipated return to London on Saturday March 21. The O2 plays host once again, as No. 1 ranked featherweight Movsar Evloev takes on No. 4 featherweight Manchester’s Lerone Murphy.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT: EVLOEV vs MURPHY tickets will be available to purchase for the general public at 10 a.m. GMT on Friday, February 6 via AXS. Fight Club members can enjoy early access to tickets at 9 a.m. GMT on Wednesday, February 4, while those who registered their interest early via ufc.com/London will receive priority access at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 5.

VIP Experience packages are currently available via On Location, the UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that can feature

premium seating, VIP access to weigh-ins, exclusive pre-fight hospitality, UFC Fighter meet-and-greets and more. For more information, visit UFCVIP.com to view package details.

Movsar Evloev (19-0-0, fighting out of Sunzha, Ingushetia, Russia) has earned nine straight victories inside the Octagon®. Known for his dominant, grappling-heavy style, the undefeated standout holds wins over former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling, Arnold Allen and Diego Lopes.

Lerone Murphy, (17-0-1, fighting out of Manchester, England) tops the marquee in London for the first time. Unbeaten across 11 UFC appearances, “The Miracle” is coming off a Knockout of the Year performance against Aaron Pico at UFC® 319 in August that extended his winning streak to 10 and established him as a legitimate threat in the featherweight division.

Meanwhile, Luke Riley (12-0-0, fighting out of Liverpool, England) is back in action after an impressive UFC debut in Qatar, where he produced an emphatic KO finish against Bogdan Grad. Riley is known for his confidence, composure and finishing instinct, he’s entering this next fight with momentum and the intent to announce himself as a serious presence in the featherweight division.

Michael Aswell Jr. (11-3-0, fighting out of Houston, Texas), returns to the Octagon following his round one win against Lucas Almeida. Aswell Jr. brings a relentless pace and a well-rounded skill set that makes him a dangerous matchup for Liverpool’s Riley.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• London’s own Michael “Venom” Page (24-3-0, fighting out of London, England) takes on Sam Patterson (14-2-1, fighting out of Watford, England) whose riding a four fight win streak in the welterweight division
• Iwo Baraniewski (7-0-0, fighting out of Warsaw, Poland) looks to build on his
• memorable debut win as he welcomes Austen Lane (13-7-0 fighting out of Jacksonville, Florida) to the light heavyweight division
• Top 15 mainstay Roman Dolidze (15-4-0, fighting out of Batumi, Georgia) and streaking British standout Christian Leroy Duncan (13-2-0, fighting out of Gloucester, England) face off in an intriguing middleweight matchup
• Liverpool native Kurtis Campbell (8-0-0, fighting out of Liverpool, England) makes his promotional debut against American Danny Silva (10-2-0, fighting out of Santa Ana, California, USA) in a featherweight bout between Dana White’s Contender Series grads
• Welshman Mason Jones (17-2-0, 1 NC, fighting out of Blaenavon, Wales) meets Axel Sosa (11-0-1, fighting out of Nice, France) in a high octane lightweight contest
• Local featherweight Nathaniel Wood (22-6-0, fighting out of London, England) faces off against Losene Keita (16-1-0, fighting out of Kortrijk, Belgium), who is known for his dangerous knockout power
• Scotland’s Louie Sutherland (10-4-0, fighting out of London, England) takes on “The Balkan Bear” Brando Peri?ic (5-1-0, fighting out of Auckland, New Zealand) in a battle of UFC heavyweight sophomores
• In middleweight action, Lithuania’s Mantas Kondratavicius (8-1-0, fighting out of Kaunas, Lithuania) makes his UFC debut against veteran Antonio Trocoli (12-6-0, 1 NC, fighting out of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil)
• Mick Parkin (10-1-0, fighting out of Sunderland, England) and Mario Pinto (11-0-0) fighting out of London, England) collide in a bumper heavyweight bout between emerging talents
• Melissa Mullins (7-2-0, fighting out of Coventry, England) returns to the Octagon as she takes on Dana White Contender Series alumni Luana Carolina (11-5-0, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) in a women’s bantamweight bout.
• The tenacious Shem Rock (12-2-1, fighting out of Dublin, Ireland) will take on the “Pride of Palestine” Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady(15-4-0, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) in the lightweight division
• Shanelle Dyer (6-1-0, fighting out of London, England) will make her UFC debut at home in a clash with Brazilian Ravena Oliveira (7-3-1, fighting out of Miguel Calmon, Bahia, Brazil)

Visit the UFC.com for information and content to support your UFC coverage. All bouts are live and subject to change.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 330 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

Los Angeles, Calif. — January 26, 2026 — Paramount+ today announced a standout debut for UFC 324 held Saturday, January 24, delivering nearly five million streaming views and over seven million households, the platform’s largest exclusive live event to date.  UFC 324  also reached more homes than any other live UFC event in nearly a decade across linear, broadcast and streaming (source: Adobe Analytics and Nielsen Media).  With distribution in the U.S. and Latin America, viewers enjoyed  seamless access to UFC 324, now made available as part of their Paramount+ subscription without an additional ‘pay-per-view’ cost.

At a stage set at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Saturday’s event delivered nonstop action, capped by a thrilling main event. UFC veteran Justin Gaethje earned a unanimous decision over rising U.K. star Paddy Pimblett in a back-and-forth battle already being hailed as a contender for Fight of the Year. The victory earned Gaethje the Interim Lightweight title and set the stage for a potential showdown with reigning, undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria.  

Viewership Highlights*:

*Source: Adobe Analytics and Channel Partner Data

• Live Average Minute Audience/Streaming Views (Main Card): 4.96M 
• Global HHs: 7.18M [Does not account for co-viewing]
• Peak Concurrent Streams: 5.93M [Does not account for co-viewing]

   

  Social Highlights*: 

  *Source: Social Content Ratings, 1/24/26, Live, Linear Window; Talkwalker 1/24-1/25/26 #UFC324 vs 12/6-12/7/25 #UFC232; Source: https://trends24.in/, 1/24/26, Worldwide

• #1 Most Social event of the night across all Broadcast, Cable, and Streaming totaling 5.5M social interactions for the main event alone.

  1. Most Social P+ Exclusive Telecast Ever

• Trended on X: #1 for 6 consecutive hours worldwide
• Mentions: 186K, up +127% vs UFC 323

   

  In promoting UFC 324, Paramount deployed the full breadth and power of the Paramount Skydance portfolio – dubbed “Paramount One” – to reach audiences in a variety of ways including cross promotion with hit series Landman, CBS integrations, and more. 

  The UFC offering on Paramount+ in U.S. and Latin America, provides subscribers with access to all marquee Numbered Events without the pay-per-view charge as well as 30 UFC Fight Night events per year, exclusive programs including Dana White’s Contender Series and The Ultimate Fighter, and behind-the-scenes content designed to enrich the fight-night experience for subscribers 

  Up Next: This Saturday, Jan. 31, from Sydney, Australia, UFC 325: VOLKANOVSKI vs. LOPES II streams live with the main card beginning at 9p ET / 6p PT.  Fans can follow @ParamountPlus and @ParamountUFC for updates on future events and highlights.

  Source: Paramount+ Metrics via Adobe Analytics Data and Distribution Channel Partner Data.

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  About Paramount+

  Paramount+ is a premium streaming subscription service delivering live sports, breaking news, and a Mountain of Entertainment™, and is a cornerstone of the Direct-to-Consumer division at Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), a leading, next?generation global media and entertainment company. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS – America’s most?watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, SHOWTIME^®, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com.

Las Vegas – UFC^® today announced that former UFC and WEC^® bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s Modern Wing as a member of the Class of 2026. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place this summer. 

“Dominick Cruz is one of the greatest bantamweights in combat sports history,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “Dominick was an amazing athlete who set the standard for bantamweights, and it will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer.”

Cruz will enter the UFC Hall of Fame as the 17^th member of the Modern Wing. The Modern Era category includes athletes who turned pro on or after November 17, 2000, when the first UFC event under the unified rules of MMA was held. Other requirements include a minimum age of 35 or those who have been retired for one year or more.

A veteran of 28 fights during his 17-year professional MMA career, Cruz compiled a record of 24-4 (14-2 UFC / WEC), earning notable victories over UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber, former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson, former UFC bantamweight champion T.J. Dillashaw, and former WEC bantamweight champion Brian Bowles.

Cruz made his professional MMA debut on January 29, 2005, defeating his opponent via split decision. He would win his first nine fights across various MMA promotions, before facing future UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber for the WEC featherweight title in the co-main event of WEC^® 26: CONDIT vs. ALESSIO, which took place on March 24, 2007. 

Cruz would lose his WEC debut to via first round submission but bounce back one year later with a first-round victory in another promotion. Following his victory, Cruz would rejoin WEC and win his next four fights in the bantamweight division to earn his second title fight with the promotion against the undefeated champion, Brian Bowles, in the main event of WEC 47.

WEC^® 47: BOWLES vs. CRUZ took place on March 6, 2010, at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, and served as Cruz’s first professional main event. Cruz set the pace from the opening bell, using his speed and elevated movement to connect on several punches and low kicks to win the first round. 

Cruz continued his dominance of the fight in the second round, striking Bowles with a series of punch and low kick combinations to counter the champions attacks. After the winning the second round, Cruz was declared the winner and new WEC bantamweight champion, as Bowles was unable to continue due to a broken right hand.

Cruz would win his next seven fights over six years, defending the WEC bantamweight title two times and becoming the inaugural UFC bantamweight champion by defeating Scott Jorgensen in the co-main event of WEC^® 53: HENDERSON vs. PETTIS. 

WEC 53 was the final event of the promotion before merging with UFC and the only time a UFC title fight occurred during a non-UFC event.

After losing the UFC bantamweight title to Cody Garbrandt in the co-main event of UFC^® 207: NUNES vs. ROUSEY, Cruz would win two of his final four fights. Cruz retired in February 2025, two and a half years after his last fight, where he lost to former UFC bantamweight title challenger Marlon “Chito” Vera in the main event of UFC^® on ESPN: VERA vs. CRUZ.

Cruz enters the UFC Hall of Fame with an impressive resume that includes:

UFC:

• Longest title reign in UFC bantamweight history – 1,117 days
• Most title fight wins in UFC / WEC bantamweight history – 7 
• Tied for most wins in UFC / WEC bantamweight history – 14
• Second-longest fight winning streak in UFC / WEC bantamweight history – 12 
• Second-most takedowns landed in UFC / WEC bantamweight history – 55
• Fourth-most strikes landed in UFC / WEC bantamweight history – 1,590

Outside the Octagon, Cruz has been honored with several awards throughout his career, receiving Fighter of the Year by USA Today in 2010 and Comeback Fighter of the Year in 2014 by the Fighters Only World MMA Awards. A seasoned analyst, Cruz has also captured honors for his commentary work being named Analyst of the Year in 2015, 2016 and 2017 by the Fighters Only World MMA Awards. 

A native of San Diego, Calif., Cruz began wrestling in the seventh grade at Flowing Wells High School in Tucson, Arizona. He currently serves as a combat sports analyst and resides in San Diego.

To view Cruz’s UFC FIGHT PASS collection please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/playlist/34506.

To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com. 

Justin Gaethje won a unanimous decision over Paddy Pimblett in a back and forth brawl to win the UFC Interim Lightweight title in the headline bout at UFC 324 at The T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

In what was an early Fight of the Year Candidate, the two waged war with Gaethje rocking Pimblettt several times. Pimblett showed his mettle by coming to buckle Gaethje

Gaethje, 155 lbs of Denver won by scores of 49-46 and 48047 twice and is now 27-5. Pimblett, 154 lbs of Liverpool, ENG is 23-34.

Sean O’Malley Decisions Yadong

Former world champion Sean O’Malley won a unanimous decision over Song Yadong in a bantamweight fight.

In round three, Yadong was bleeding badly from his mouth.

O’Malley, 135.5 lbs of Peoria, AZ win by scores of 29-28 on all cards and is now 19-3. Yadong, 136 lbs of China is 22-9-1.

Waldo Cortes Acosta Stops Derrick Lewis in 2

Waldo Cortes Acosta stopped former world title challenger Derrick Lewis in the second round of their heavyweight fight.

In round two, Acosta landed a right hand that had Lewis slipping to the canvas. Acosta landed 15 hammer shots on the ground and the fight was stopped at 3:14.

Acosta, 262 lbs of Phoenix is now 17-2 with nine knockouts. Lewis, 263.5 lbs pf Houston is 29-13-1.

Natalia Silva Decisions Rose Namajunas

Natalia Silva won a unanimous decision over former world champion Rose Namajunas in a flyweight bout.

Silva, 126 lbs of Pinto D’Agua BRA won by scores of 29-28 on all cards and is now 20-5-1. Namajunas, 125.5 lbs of Denver is 15-8.

Jean Silva Decisions Arnold Allen

In the opening bout of the main card, Jean Silva won a unanimous decision over Arnold Allen lightweight bout.

ilva, 146 lbs of Brazil won by scores 30-27 and 29-28 twice of and is now 17-3. Allen, 145.5 lbs of Ipswich, ENG is 20-4.

Umar Nurmagamedov won a unanimous decision over former world champion Deivson Figuerdo in a bantamweight fight.

Nurmgamedov, 136 lbs of Russia won by scores of 30-27 on all cards and is now 20-1. Figueredo, 138.5 of Soure, BRA is 25-6-1.

Ateba Gautier won a unanimous decision over Andrey Pulaev in a middleweight bout.

Pulyaev got decked early in the first round when Gautier landed a powerful right to the head. Pulyaev was bleeding for the nose in the opening round. in round two Gautier dropped hurt Pulyaev a few times with right hands.

Gautier, 186 lbs of Cameroon won by scores of 30-27 and 29-28 twice and is now 10-1. Pulyaev, 186 lbs of Russia is 10-4.

Nikita Krylov stopped Modestes Bukausas just before the bell sounded at end of the third and final round of their light heavyweight bout.

Late in round three, Krylov labded a perfect right on the chin the put Bukausas down. Krylov landed severl shots n the ground the fight was stopped at 4:57.

Krylov, 205.5 lbs of Russia is 31-11 with 13 knockouts. Bukausas is 19-7.

Alex Perez stopped Charles Johnson in the opening round of theor featherweight bout.

Perez decked Johnson in the opening round with a left to the head. Perez hurt Johnson several more times and the finished him off by landing another left that wiobbled Johnson to the ground and the fight was stopped at 3:16.

Perez, 128.5 lbs of Lemoore, CA is 26-10 with seven knockouts. Johnson, 126 lbs of Orlando is 18-8

Josh Hokit stopped Denzel Freeman in the opening round of his heavyweight bout.

Hokitt dominated the bout as he battered Freeman all over the Octagon. Hokitt then landed a knee to the body that forced Freeman down in a squatting position along the cage and the fight was stopped at 4:59.

Hokitt, 234.5 lbs of Albuquerque, NM is 8-0 with five knockouts. Freeman, 252.5 lbs of Denver is 7-2.

Ty Miller stopped Adam Fugitt just before the end of the opening round of their welterweight bout.

In round one, Miller was bleeding from the nose. At the end of the round, Miller put Fugitt down with a straight right. Fugitt then ate a huge right then a knee to the head the fight was over at 4:59.

Miller, 170 lbs of Albuquerque is now 7-0 with three stoppages. Fugitt, 171 lbs of Eugene, OR is 10-6.

Las Vegas – UFC^® hosts its first set of events at the new and improved Meta APEX with a pair of all-action main events. First, on February 7, top bantamweights lock horns as No. 9 ranked contender Mario Bautista faces off with No. 13 Vinicius Oliveira. March 14 will feature a collision of featherweight knockout artists as No. 11 ranked Josh Emmett takes on No. 13 Kevin Vallejos.  

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: BAUTISTA vs. OLIVEIRA takes place Saturday, February 7 in Las Vegas at Meta APEX. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: EMMETT vs. VALLEJOS takes place Saturday, March 14 in Las Vegas at Meta APEX. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

Tickets for both events will go on sale Friday, January 23 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club^® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on Thursday, January 22 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, January 22 at 12 p.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Meta APEX VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Bautista (16-3, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) intends to kick off his 2026 campaign with a statement performance. A well-rounded competitor, Bautista owns the third-longest win streak in UFC bantamweight history with eight, which included victories over Patchy Mix, Jose Aldo and Ricky Simon. He now looks to make the most of his first UFC main event by delivering a highlight-reel finish. 

Dangerous striker Oliveira (23-3, fighting out of Lomba do Pinheiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil) plans to keep his momentum from 2025 going and remain undefeated in the UFC. A Dana White’s Contender Series alum, he rose through the ranks with impressive outings against Kyler Phillips, Said Nurmagomedov and Ricky Simon. Oliveira seeks to break into the Top 10 bantamweight rankings for the first time with another signature knockout. 

Emmett (19-6, fighting out of Sacramento, Calif.) steps back into the Octagon aiming to land another signature knockout. The owner of the most knockdowns in UFC featherweight history with 12, the Sacramento-based veteran has showed off his power in victories over Bryce Mitchell, Mirsad Bektic and Michael Johnson. He now has his sights set on handing Vallejos the first loss of his UFC career.  

Argentina’s Vallejos (17-1, fighting out of Buenos Aires, Argentina) looks to secure the biggest win of his career following an outstanding first year competing in the Octagon. Among the top prospects in the featherweight division, he has proved himself with wins over Giga Chikadze, Danny Silva and SeungWoo Choi. Vallejos now plans to put himself into the top contender conversation with a standout showing.  

Additional bouts for UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: BAUTISTA vs. OLIVEIRA include:

• A high stakes flyweight bout sees No. 6 ranked contender Amir Albazi (17-2, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz. by way of Baghdad, Iraq) return to the Octagon to take on No. 8 ranked Kyoji Horiguchi (35-5 1NC, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Tokyo, Japan) 
• Jean Matsumoto (17-1, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) and Farid Basharat (14-0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Paktia, Afghanistan) meet in a clash of rising bantamweight hopefuls. 
• Middleweight action sees Michal Oleksiejczuk (21-9 1NC, fighting out of Leczna, Poland) take on Marc-Andre Barriault(17-10 1NC, fighting out of Boca Raton, Fla. by way of Gatineau, Quebec, Canada)
• Said Nurmagomedov (18-5, fighting out of Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia) battles Javid Basharat (14-2 1NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Paktia, Afghanistan) in a bantamweight contest
• No. 12 ranked women’s flyweight contender Wang Cong (8-1, fighting out of Liaoning, China) plans to earn another exciting finish when she faces No. 13 Eduarda Moura (12-1, fighting out of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil)
• A thrilling welterweight bout pits veteran Alex Morono (24-12 1NC, fighting out of Houston, Texas) against The Ultimate Fighter season 33 welterweight winner Daniil Donchenko (13-2, fighting out of Korosten, Ukraine) 
• Muin Gafurov (20-6, fighting out of Dushanbe, Tajikistan) and Jakub Wiklacz (17-3-2, fighting out of Poznan, Poland) meet in a bantamweight tilt
• Women’s strawweight competitors Bruna Brasil (11-5-1, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) and Ketlen Souza (15-6, fighting out of Manaus, Brazil) go toe-to-toe
• Klaudia Sygula (7-2, fighting out of Poznan, Poland) takes on Priscila Cachoeira (13-7, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) in a women’s bantamweight bout
• Uran Satybaldiev (9-1, fighting out of Sacramento, Calif. by way of Osh, Kyrgyzstan) meets Julius Walker (7-1, fighting out of Springfield, Mo.) at light heavyweight

Additional bouts for UFC FIGHT NIGHT^®: EMMETT vs. VALLEJOS include:

• Top ranked strawweights go toe-to-toe as former title challenger and No. 5 ranked Amanda Lemos (15-5-1, fighting out of Para, Brazil) faces No. 10 Gillian Robertson (16-8, fighting out of Port St. Lucie, Fla. by way of Niagara Falls, Canada)
• Light heavyweight actions sees Ion Cutelaba(19-11-1 1NC, fighting out of Chisinau, Moldova) battle Oumar Sy (12-1, fighting out of Paris, France)
• An intriguing bantamweight bout pits 10-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion Bia Mesquita (6-0, fighting out of Coconut Creek, Fla. by way of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) against Montse Rendon (7-1, fighting out of Cancun, Mexico)
• No. 14 ranked UFC bantamweight contender Bruno Silva (15-7-2-1, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) looks to make a statement against rising No. 15 ranked Lone’er Kavanaugh (9-1, fighting out of London, England)
• Vitor Petrino (13-2, fighting out of Curitiba, Brazil) and Kennedy Nzechukwu (14-6-1, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) collide in a heavyweight bout
• Chris Curtis (32-12 1NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) faces Myktybek Orolbai (15-2-1, fighting out of Sacramento, Calif. by way of Osh, Kyrgyzstan) in a welterweight bout sure to deliver action
• Middleweight veterans lock horns as Brad Tavares (21-12, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) takes on Eryk Anders (17-9 1NC, fighting out of Birmingham, Ala.)
• Elijah Smith (9-1, fighting out of Colorado Springs, Colo.) and SuYoung You (16-3 2NC, fighting out of Gunpo, South Korea) go head-to-head in a meeting of bantamweight prospects
• Rinya Nakamura(10-1, fighting out of Tokyo, Japan) returns to action against Luan Lacerda (13-3, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) in a bantamweight tilt
• Dana White’s Contender Series signee Marwan Rahiki (7-0, fighting out of Connells Point, New South Wales, Australia) plans to impress in his UFC debut against Harry Hardwick (13-4-1, fighting out of Middlesbrough, England) 
• Piera Rodriguez (11-2, fighting out of Maracaibo, Venezuela) and Sam Hughes (11-6, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) matchup in a strawweight bout

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas –UFC’s returns to T-Mobile Arena with a blockbuster BMF championship bout between perennial fan favorites as Max Holloway defends against Charles Oliveira at lightweight. The co-main event will see No. 7 ranked middleweight contender Caio Borralho battles No. 8 Reinier De Ridder. 

UFC^® 326: HOLLOWAY vs. OLIVEIRA 2 takes place Saturday, March 7 from Las Vegas with the main card starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Paramount+. The prelims will begin at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. The early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass.

UFC^® 326: HOLLOWAY vs. OLIVEIRA 2 tickets will go on sale Friday, January 16 at 10 a.m. PT and are available at AXS.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club ^® will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, January 14 at 10 a.m. PT via the website UFCFightClub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, January 15 at 10 a.m. PT. To access the pre-sale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.  

UFC VIP Experience packages are available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, in-seat beverage service, meet-and-greets with UFC Octagon Girls and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

Holloway (27-8, fighting out of Waianae, Hawaii) looks to secure his second consecutive BMF title defense in dominant fashion. A former UFC featherweight champion, the 34-year-old standout has earned impressive victories over Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje and Jose Aldo, and is focused on securing a second career win over Oliveira.

Former UFC lightweight champion Oliveira (36-11 1NC, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) plans to even the score with Holloway. The recordholder for most submissions and finishes in UFC history, he has earned spectacular wins over Michael Chandler, Dustin Poirier and Beneil Dariush. Oliveira now aims to dethrone Holloway and become the first Brazilian BMF titleholder.

Borralho (17-2 1NC, fighting out of São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil) hopes to kick off his 2026 campaign with a vintage performance. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, “The Natural” has netted notable wins over Jared Cannonier, Paul Craig and Micha? Oleksiejczuk. Borralho has his sight set on taking out De Ridder in order to move one step closer to breaking into the middleweight Top 5.

De Ridder (21-3, fighting out of Breda, Netherlands) intends to steal the show by delivering a statement performance against Borralho. A talented grappler, the Dutch contender holds memorable victories against Robert Whittaker, Bo Nickal and Kevin Holland. De Ridder now plans to turn heads by finishing Borralho in impressive fashion.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 10 ranked lightweight contender Renato Moicano (20-7-1, fighting out of Brasília, Brazil) looks to spoil the 155-pound debut of former featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega (16-5 1NC, fighting out of Los Angeles, Calif.)
• No. 14 ranked middleweight contender Gregory Rodrigues (18-6, fighting out of Deerfield Beach, Fla. by way of Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil) locks horns with surging Brunno Ferreira (15-2, fighting out of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil)
• An intriguing bantamweight bout pits No. 12 ranked contender Rob Font (22-9, fighting out of Woburn, Mass.) against Raul Rosas Jr. (11-1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.)
• UndefeatedDonte Johnson (7-0, fighting out of Fond du Lac, Wisc.) collides with Dusko Todorovic (13-6, fighting out of Belgrade, Serbia) at middleweight
• Former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt (14-7, fighting out of Sacramento, Calif.) takes on Xiao Long (27-10, fighting out of Hunan, China)
• Light heavyweights Rafael Tobias (14-1, fighting out of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil) and Diyar Nurgozhay (10-2, fighting out of Astana, Kazakhstan) meet in a clash of Dana White’s Contender Series signees
• Cody Durden (17-9-1, fighting out of Covington, Ga.) faces Nyamjargal Tumendemberel (9-1, fighting out of Bayanbulag, Bayankhongor Province, Mongolia) in a flyweight bout
• Sumudaerji (18-7, fighting out of Sichuan, China) squares off with Jesus Aguilar (12-3, fighting out of Tijuana, Mexico) at flyweight
• JooSang Yoo (9-1, fighting out of Seoul, South Korea) battles Gaston Bolanos (8-5, fighting out of Dublin, Calif. by way of Lima, Peru) at featherweight
• Dana White’s Contender Series signee Luke Fernandez (6-0, fighting out of Lacey Township, N.J.) makes his UFC debut against Rodolfo Bellato (12-3-1 1NC, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) in a light heavyweight bout

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Houston, Texas for the first time in four years with a high-stakes middleweight bout that sees former champion and current No. 3 ranked contender Sean Strickland lock horns with No. 4 Anthony Hernandez.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: STRICKLAND vs. HERNANDEZ takes place Saturday, February 21 in Houston, Texas at Toyota Center. The prelims will air at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, followed by the main card airing at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: STRICKLAND vs. HERNANDEZ will go on sale Fri., January 9 at 8 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. CT and are available for purchase at AXS.com and ToyotaCenter.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wed., January 7 at 8 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. CT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thurs., January 8 starting at8 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. CT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Strickland (29-7, fighting out of Corona, Calif.) returns to action looking to regain his momentum. A former champion of the 185-pound division, the American rose to the top of his weight class by taking out Israel Adesanya, Paulo Costa, and Nassourdine Imavov. Strickland now sets forth to deliver a statement performance against Hernandez and put himself back on the path to UFC gold.

Hernandez (15-2 1NC, fighting out of Dunnigan, Calif.) aims for an emphatic win to kick off the year. Currently on an impressive eight-fight win streak, Hernandez has been dominant of late, collecting impressive wins over Brendan Allen, Roman Dolidze, and Michel Pereira. He aims to dispose of Strickland and solidify his spot as the next title contender. 

Additional bouts on the card include:

• No. 14 ranked UFC featherweight Dan Ige(19-10, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Halewiwa, Hawaii) collides with Melquizael Costa(25-7, fighting out of Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil)
• Heavyweight fireworks are set to go off as No. 7 ranked Serghei Spivac(17-6, fighting out of Chisinau, Republic of Moldova) faces off with Ante Delija(26-7, fighting out of Dubrovnik, Croatia)
• Middleweight action sees Dana White’s Contender Series signee Zachary Reese(10-2, fighting out of Houston, Texas by way of Shiner, Texas) collide with fan-favorite Michel Pereira(31-14, 2 NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.)
• Dana White’s Contender Series contract winners Jordan Leavitt(12-3, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) and Yadier del Valle(10-0, fighting out of Houston, Texas) go toe-to-toe at featherweight
• Welterweight action sees Austin Vanderford(13-3, fighting out of Portland, Ore.)take on Dana White’s Contender Series alumni Jean Paul Lebosnoyani(9-2, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) 
• Alden Coria(11-3, fighting out of Houston, Texas) faces Luis Gurule(10-2, fighting out of Sheridan, Colo.) at flyweight
• No. 12 ranked bantamweight contender Nora Cornolle(9-3, fighting out of Epinay sur Seine, France)squares off with No. 14 Joselyne EdwardsNo. 14 (16-6, fighting out of Panama City, Panama
• Dana White’s Contender Series welterweight contract winners Jacobe Smith(10-0, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) and Seokhyeon Ko(13-2, fighting out of Seoul, South Korea) look to steal the show
• Flyweight veteran Ode’ Osbourne(13-9 1NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev. by way of Milwaukee, Wisc.) battles Alibi Idiris(11-1, fighting out of Aktobe, Kazakhstan)
• Bantamweight contest sees The Ultimate Fighter season 30 tournament winner Juliana Miller(5-3, fighting out of San Diego, Calif.) takes on Carli Judice(5-2, fighting out of Lafayette, La.)
• Dana White’s Contender Series Chidi Njokuani(25-11, fighting out of Garland, Texas) clashes with Carlos Leal(22-7, fighting out Curitiba, Parana, Brazil) at welterweight

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® returns to Arena CDMX in Mexico City with an all-action flyweight matchup sure to deliver fireworks as former champion and No. 5 ranked contender Brandon Morenotakes on No. 7 Asu Almabayev in the main event. In addition, Top 10 women’s bantamweights collide as No. 7 ranked contender Macy Chiasson faces No. 8 Ailin Perez.  

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MORENO vs. ALMABAYEV takes place Saturday, February 28 in Mexico City. The prelims will air at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT, followed by the main card airing at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. All bouts will stream live on Paramount+.

UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MORENO vs. ALMABAYEV will go on sale Fri., January 9 at 10 a.m. CT and are available for purchase at superboletos.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wed., January 7 at 10 a.m. CT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thurs., January 8 starting at 10 a.m. CT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Mexico’s Moreno (29-3-2, fighting out of Tijuana, Mexico) intends to deliver another statement performance in his home country. A fan favorite for his consistently exciting contests, Moreno has entertained the masses in victories over Deiveson Figueiredo (twice), Kai Kara-France (twice), and Brandon Royval. He now looks to defend his home soil by delivering another highlight-reel finish as he faces Almabayev.

Rising contender Almabayev (23-3, fighting out of Almaty, Kazakhstan) plans to silence the crowd by taking out Moreno in dominant fashion. A submission ace, he owns notable wins over Alex Perez, Jose Ochoa and Matheus Nicolau. Almabayev now has his sights set on securing the most important victory of his career and breaking into the flyweight title conversation.  

Chiasson (11-5, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) aims to kick off her 2026 campaign with her arm raised. The featherweight winner of The Ultimate Fighter season 28, Chiasson has proven herself at 135-pounds with stoppages over Mayra Bueno Silva, Pannie Kianzad and Sarah Moras. She now seeks to defend her spot in the rankings by snapping Perez’s win streak in impressive fashion.

Rising contender Perez (12-2, fighting out of Buenos Aires, Argentina) has her sights set on securing her biggest victory yet and cracking the Top 5. Currently on a five-fight win streak, tied for the third longest in women’s bantamweight history, Perez holds wins over Karol Rosa, Darya Zheleznyakova and Joselyne Edwards. Perez now looks to keep her streak going and add Chiasson to her growing resume.

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Dana White’s Contender Series signees look to impress in their UFC debuts as Damian Pinas (8-1, fighting out of Oranjestad, Aruba) battles Wes Schultz (8-2, fighting out of Milwaukee, Wisc.) at middleweight
• Ryan Gandra (8-1, fighting out of Minas Gerais, Brazil) meets Jose Daniel Medina (11-6, fighting out of Santa Cruz, Bolivia) in a middleweight contest
• Flyweight actions sees Edgar Chairez (12-6 1NC, fighting out of Baja California, Mexico) take on Felipe Bunes (14-8, fighting out of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil)
• The Ultimate Fighter and Dana White’s Contender Series alum Imanol Rodriguez (6-0, fighting out of Baja California, Mexico) aims to keep his undefeated record intact against Kevin Borjas (10-4, fighting out of Lima, Peru) at flyweight
• Undefeated Santiago Luna (7-0, fighting out of Tijuana, Mexico) goes for another highlight-reel finish when he meets Angel Pacheco (7-3, fighting out of St. Cloud, Minn.)
• Bantamweights Cristian Quinonez (18-5, fighting out of Tijuana, Mexico) and Kris Moutinho (14-7, fighting out of Milford, Mass.) face off
• Sofia Montenegro (6-2, fighting out of Cordoba, Argentina) plans to impress in her UFC debut as she faces Ernesta Kareckaite (6-1-1, fighting out of Kaunas, Lithuania) in a flyweight contest

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

Paramount+ gave subscribers a first look at UFC archive content last Friday with the launch of its UFC fight library, marking a new era for UFC on Paramount+. The collection of archive content features “best of” compilations and select main cards from 2000 – 2025 with additional content being added regularly. The collection currently totals more than 1,400 assets including Spanish and Portuguese language fight programs.

The fan-favorite archive is organized into curated collections that allow viewers to easily explore iconic moments, legendary careers, current stars and unforgettable fights from UFC history. 

UFC archive content is organized by collection, including:

• Series – Select UFC Numbered Events from the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020 through 2025
• Legends – Career-defining bouts from UFC icons Georges St-Pierre, Chuck Liddell, Anderson Silva, Ronda Rousey, Brock Lesnar, and more
• Current Champions – Fight collections featuring all reigning UFC champions
• KO City – Highlight-reel stoppages and knockout finishes

The launch of the UFC archive library gives fans the opportunity to revisit iconic fights and legendary athletes ahead of UFC’s live debut on Paramount+ later this month with UFC® 324: GAETHJE vs. PIMBLETTon Saturday, January 24, from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Also highlighted in the UFC archive on Paramount+ are fights featuring former interim UFC Lightweight Champion and former BMF titleholder Justin Gaethje, fan favorite Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett, UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Kayla Harrison, and UFC Hall of Famer Amanda Nunes. All four fighters are preparing to headline the first live UFC event of the new Paramount+ era. This historic event marks the end of Pay-Per-View for UFC in the U.S. and Latin America, making the sport more accessible and affordable than ever before.

All UFC content on Paramount+, both live and archived, is available to all subscribers (essential and premium plans).  There are now 100’s of hours of UFC fights and events streaming on Paramount+ with more to come in the weeks and months ahead.  Explore the library by collection or visit ParamountPlus.com for more information.

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About Paramount+

Paramount+ is a premium streaming subscription service delivering live sports, breaking news, and a Mountain of Entertainment™, and is a cornerstone of the Direct-to-Consumer division at Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), a leading, next?generation global media and entertainment company. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS – America’s most?watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, SHOWTIME®, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com.

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LOS ANGELES and LAS VEGAS – December 6, 2025 – Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) and UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, today announced new seasons of the popular talent-discovery show DANA WHITE’S CONTENDER SERIES and the groundbreaking reality series THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER. Beginning in 2026, Paramount+ in the U.S., Latin America, and Australia will become the exclusive home for all episodes of both series. The announcement was made today at CCXP in São Paolo, Brazil during the Paramount+ Thunder Stage presentation in a video segment from UFC President and CEO Dana White. 

The UFC showcase at CCXP was hosted by UFC broadcaster André Azevedo and featured Brazilian hero, current and two-time UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, and members of the popular Brazilian MMA team The Fighting Nerds: Bruna Basil, Caio Borralho, Carlos Prates and Jean Silva.

The addition of the two UFC fight series expands upon the original historic seven-year media rights partnership between UFC and Paramount announced in August in which Paramount+ becomes the exclusive home of UFC events in the U.S., and October’s announcement expanding rights to Latin America and Australia starting in 2026.  

DANA WHITE’S CONTENDER SERIES features a new crop of UFC hopefuls looking to impress Dana White and the UFC matchmakers for the chance to secure a contract with the UFC. The brainchild of UFC CEO Dana White, the hit series first aired in 2017 and has served as a springboard for the careers of numerous fighters who went on to be UFC champions, contenders and stars, including: Sean O’Malley, Jamahal Hill, Jack Della Maddalena, Carlos Prates, Michael Morales, Bo Nickal, Maycee Barber, Jailton Almeida, Brendan Allen, Caio Borralho, Johnny Walker and more. 

THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER is the iconic reality television series that has introduced millions of new and die-hard fans to future UFC champions and top contenders. The show features professional MMA fighters living together, and follows them as they train and compete against each other for a prized contract with the UFC. Those whose careers have been shaped by their participation in The Ultimate Fighter include: Julianna Peña, Kamaru Usman, Forrest Griffin, Rashad Evans, Rose Namajunas, Michael Bisping, Robert Whittaker, Nate Diaz, Tony Ferguson, T.J. Dillashaw, Matt Serra, Michael Chiesa, Al Iaquinta, Kelvin Gastelum, Uriah Hall and many others.

The UFC and Paramount partnership begins on Saturday, January 24 when UFC 324airs live on Paramount+, the first of 13 marquee numbered events scheduled in 2026, all included with a Paramount+ subscription, at no additional cost, live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. 

*In Australia, Paramount+ subscribers will enjoy the preliminary fights for all marquee numbered events and all 30 UFC Fight Night events, included with their subscription, at no additional cost.

This expanded partnership, now including the two popular series focused on discovering the UFC stars of tomorrow, underscores Paramount’s commitment to delivering world-class sports experiences to global audiences. The company’s streaming service, Paramount+, is broadening its diverse offering of high-quality TV series, blockbuster movies, most-watched reality, and favorite kids’ content with one of the world’s most dynamic and influential sports franchises.

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About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation 
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

About UFC®
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 318 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE:TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

LOS ANGELES and LAS VEGAS (November 27, 2025) – Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, (“Paramount”) (NASDAQ: PSKY) and UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization,today announced their first live event together, kicking off a historic partnership as Paramount+ becomes the exclusive home of UFC events in the U.S. and Latin America. On Saturday, January 24, fans can watch UFC 324, the first of 13 marquee numbered events scheduled in 2026–all included with a Paramount+ subscription, at no additional cost, live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. 

UFC 324 will be headlined by two marquee championship fights. In the main event, lightweight superstars collide as former interim UFC lightweight champion and former BMF titleholder Justin Gaethje takes on fan favorite Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett in an interim UFC lightweight title fight. In the co-main event, UFC women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison looks to defend her title and lay claim to G.O.A.T status as she takes on UFC Hall of Famer Amanda Nunes, who returns to the Octagon for the first time since 2023. The announcement was made today, Thanksgiving Day, by Dana White during a special segment on CBS and Paramount+.

The main card of UFC® 324: GAETHJE vs. PIMBLETT will take place at an all-new start time of 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. The prelims will start at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT and the early prelims will kick off at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT. All bouts will be available on Paramount+. 

This event marks a historic milestone for UFC fans in the U.S. and Latin America. For the first time in history, fans will enjoy unprecedented access to every marquee numbered event and all UFC Fight Night events exclusively on Paramount+, with no pay-per-view charge. *In Australia, Paramount+ subscribers will enjoy the preliminary fights for all marquee numbered events and all 30 UFC Fight Night events, included with their subscription, at no additional cost.

In support of this seminal partnership, Paramount has launched a 360° marketing campaign and unlocked remarkable integration across the entire Paramount ecosystem—Paramount+, CBS, TV Media including all cable networks, outdoor, in theaters, digital and social. The new brand spot, leveraging Hollywood’s highest profile franchises and cinematic giants, debuted today across all divisions demonstrating a unified commitment to elevating  UFC, its athletes  and its thrilling  live events. 

Throughout the weekend, the spot will continue in rotation across Paramount+, CBS, and TV media platforms as well as externally, airing during marquee sports programming on Black Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

“Paramount+ and UFC are transforming the mixed martial arts fan experience,” said Cindy Holland, Chair of Direct-To-Consumer, Paramount. “Every division of Paramount is working in concert to ensure maximum visibility and unparalleled accessibility to current and future fans–making Paramount+ the definitive home of UFC.”

“Saturday, January 24th in Las Vegas kicks off this incredible partnership with Paramount,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “I am so excited for UFC fans that our first card has six current and former champions, including the long-awaited return of the greatest female fighter of all time – which is definitely the biggest women’s fight ever. Also, in the main event we have Justin Gaethje versus Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title to see who will face Ilia Topuria later this year on Paramount+. This card is absolutely stacked – every fight is a must-see. This deal is such a huge win for fans with no more pay-per-view. I look forward to 2026 being our best year ever.”

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Former UFC bantamweight champion and No. 2 ranked contender “Suga” Sean O’Malley (18-3, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz.) looks to get back into title contention against No. 5 ranked Song “Kung Fu Kid” Yadong (22-8-1, fighting out of Heilongjiang, China)
• Expect fireworks as No. 5 ranked heavyweight contender Waldo Cortes Acosta (16-2, fighting out of Phoenix, Ariz. by way of Fundacion, Barahona, Dominican Republic) takes on UFC knockout king  and No. 8 ranked Derrick Lewis (29-12, fighting out of Houston, Texas)
• Featherweights lock horns as No. 6 ranked contender Arnold Allen (20-3, fighting out of Trimley St. Martin, Suffolk, England) takes on No. 11 Jean Silva (16-3, fighting out of São Paulo, Brazil)
• Former champions clash as No. 3 ranked women’s flyweight contender Alexa Grasso (16-5-1, fighting out of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico) takes on No. 6 ranked “Thug” Rose Namajunas (15-7, fighting out of Denver, Colo.) in the featured prelim
• Don’t blink as rising star Ateba Gautier (9-1, fighting out of Doula Cameroon) takes on Andrey Pulyaev (10-3, fighting out of Novosibirsk, Russia) in a middleweight bout

UFC® 324: GAETHJE vs. PIMBLETT tickets will go on sale Fri., December 12 at 10 a.m. PT and are available for purchase at AXS.com. For the latest information on ticket information and additional bouts for this event, please visit UFC.com. All bouts are live and subject to change.

UFC VIP Experience packages are also available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider. Enjoy exclusive access with an official ticket package that includes premium seating, all-inclusive hospitality, meet-and-greets and more. Visit UFCVIP.com for more information.

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About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com. 

About UFC®
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 330 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE:TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.