Plenty of Hollywood stars and athletes got invites to the first-ever UFC fight night at the White House lawn, including Adam Sandler and Mario Lopez. Both sent their regrets— Lopez because he’s busy filming a holiday movie, Sandler without an explanation. But some big names might still show up, like
Alonzo Menifield stands at a career crossroads this weekend. The 15th-ranked light heavyweight in the UFC faces a high-stakes fight in Macau, where a loss could cost him his contract. His recent performance hasn’t been consistent—two wins in 2024 were followed by quick defeats, leaving fans and crit
The White House is set to host a UFC event on June 14, the day President Trump turns 80. The fight will take place on the South Lawn, a first for the U. S. capital. A new arena with 4, 000 seats is being built on the grounds. The event will feature top fighters for lightweight and heavyweight titles
Chad Bronstein, the head of the new wrestling group RAF, says that Colby Covington is more than just a controversial name. The former UFC interim champion has become a favorite in the office because of his hard work and enthusiasm for the sport. Covington, now 38, will return to the ring tomorrow
A new fight card is set for June 14, and a manager is already claiming that his fighter will surprise everyone. He says the match could be historic, just like past champions have made headlines. The manager’s confidence comes from years of watching top athletes reach milestones. The fighter he supp
A big mixed martial arts tournament is heading to Washington, D. C. soon, but not everyone is excited—especially someone who knows the sport inside out. UFC analyst Joe Rogan has called the whole idea “odd” and questioned why fighters would battle outside instead of in a proper indoor space. He poin
Planning a big fight in Washington, D. C. in June isn’t just about booking a venue—it’s about fighting the weather too. Rogan pointed out that last year, the city hit 100 degrees on the same day, and with TV lights cranked up, the cage might as well be a steam room. Then there’s the insect problem.
A giant octagon is getting built on the South Lawn of the White House to host eight MMA fights on the president’s 80th birthday. The UFC calls it “UFC Freedom 250, ” a nod to the nation’s upcoming 250-year anniversary. Big stars like Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller were invited by Dana White, but both
Anderson Silva, once celebrated as one of the UFC’s finest, has struggled in recent years. After a series of defeats that began in 2013, the organization’s leader, Dana White, suggested it might be time for Silva to retire. Silva felt this was an overstep and has since avoided speaking with Wh
Scott Coker is trying to launch a new MMA league by 2027 with $60 million behind it. The league will focus on just one weight class at first, running a big tournament-style event. But Aljamain Sterling, a former UFC champion, isn’t convinced this is the best way to grab fans’ attention. Tournaments
