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View all →Exodus Named UFC's First Official Payments Partner
Exodus Movement has secured a long-term deal as UFC's inaugural Official Payments Partner, with Octagon branding at U.S. events and integration at UFC Freedom 250.

Makhachev Confirms August Return Plan
Islam Makhachev has confirmed he will be ready to return to the Octagon in August, with Ian Machado Garry identified as the frontrunner for his first welterweight title defence following a hand injury that delayed the champion's initial plans.

Topuria Fires Back At Gaethje's Father
Ilia Topuria has responded to comments made by Justin Gaethje's father ahead of their lightweight title unification bout at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.

Ben Askren Returns to Competition At RAF 11
Less than a year after undergoing a double lung transplant following a severe bout of pneumonia that left him in a coma for 45 days, Ben Askren has announced he will face former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad at RAF 11 on July 18 in Milwaukee.

Covington Leaves Door Open For UFC Return
Colby Covington has walked back the finality of his UFC retirement, admitting the decision is far from settled and making clear that if he does return to MMA competition, it will only be inside the Octagon.

Eddie Hearn calls on UFC to release Tom Aspinall, offers triple pay
Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn has publicly demanded UFC president Dana White release heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, promising at least triple his current earnings.

UFC Monthly Report May 2026: Haddon, Ardelean, Asakura Win Top Awards
Cody Haddon earned Breakout Performance for his bantamweight win over Aoriqileng at UFC Macau, while Alice Ardelean delivered the first capsule lock submission in UFC history.

Eddie Hearn calls on Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from UFC
Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn says he'll drop Conor Benn legal action if UFC releases heavyweight Tom Aspinall, promising triple his current pay.
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