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Ilia Topuria admits he was contemplating retirement before Justin Gaethje loss at the White House

Nov 7, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Ilia Topuria has spoken about feeling complacent before suffering his first defeat. Topuria was ranked as the most marketable combat sports athlete of 2026 following...

Read moreIlia Topuria admits he was contemplating retirement before Justin Gaethje loss at the White House

Justin Gaethje sets record straight over Ilia Topuria’s accusation once and for all after UFC Freedom 250 fight

Sep 28, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Justin Gaethje has made his feelings perfectly clear about Ilia Topuria’s remarks after their UFC Freedom 250 encounter back in June. The 37-year-old American MMA...

Read moreJustin Gaethje sets record straight over Ilia Topuria’s accusation once and for all after UFC Freedom 250 fight

UFC Champion Justin Gaethje Provides Latest Health Update

Sep 24, 2026 @ 8:10am
Combat Sports > MMA
Heavy

UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje provided his latest health update as fans eagerly anticipate seeing him fight again.Gaethje’s last fight came in June when he defeated Ilia Topuria via fourth-round TKO due to corner stoppage to become the undisputed UFC lightweight champion of the world.However, he has not fought since then and isn’t even sure […] The post UFC Champion Justin Gaethje Provides Latest Health Update appeared first on HEAVY.

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Islam Makhachev teases retirement as he reveals how many fights he has left in legendary career

Aug 24, 2026 @ 10:30pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Islam Makhachev is beginning to allow himself to consider a life after fighting as he noted he may just have a few fights left. Back...

Read moreIslam Makhachev teases retirement as he reveals how many fights he has left in legendary career

Justin Gaethje explains the only thing that feels different since finally becoming UFC champion

Jul 17, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Justin Gaethje claimed the undisputed lightweight crown in his third attempt. Khabib Nurmagomedov and Charles Oliveira had previously stalled Gaethje’s push to secure the ultimate...

Read moreJustin Gaethje explains the only thing that feels different since finally becoming UFC champion

Ilia Topuria Says Only “Donkeys” Take Arman Tsarukyan Seriously

May 24, 2026 @ 1:36pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ilia Topuria took a shot at Arman Tsarukyan, claiming only “donkeys” take the lightweight contender seriously in the current title picture.

Read moreIlia Topuria Says Only “Donkeys” Take Arman Tsarukyan Seriously

Justin Gaethje Says Every Lesson He’s Learned Will Be Used Against Ilia Topuria

May 23, 2026 @ 11:08am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Justin Gaethje said every lesson from his MMA career will help prepare him for Ilia Topuria, adding intrigue to their potential matchup.

Read moreJustin Gaethje Says Every Lesson He’s Learned Will Be Used Against Ilia Topuria

Justin Gaethje ranks Ilia Topuria as his second toughest opponent behind Khabib Nurmagomedov

May 21, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Justin Gaethje thinks only one name on his UFC record stands above his White House rival. ‘The Highlight’ is fast approaching what is expected to...

Read moreJustin Gaethje ranks Ilia Topuria as his second toughest opponent behind Khabib Nurmagomedov

Ilia Topuria Reveals What Josh Hokit Said During Heated UFC White House Press Conference Clash

May 18, 2026 @ 2:20am
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Total Pro Sports

Ilia Topuria has opened up about his explosive confrontation with Josh Hokit during the UFC White House press conference, claiming the heavyweight crossed the line by making comments about his mother.

Read moreIlia Topuria Reveals What Josh Hokit Said During Heated UFC White House Press Conference Clash

UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria Reveals His “Other Dream” Before MMA Stardom Took Over His Life

May 14, 2026 @ 6:45am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria opened up about another dream he had before MMA, giving fans a glimpse into his life beyond fighting.

Read moreUFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria Reveals His “Other Dream” Before MMA Stardom Took Over His Life

Ilia Topuria Says Justin Gaethje Won’t Make It Out Of Round One

May 5, 2026 @ 1:35pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ilia Topuria boldly claimed Justin Gaethje would not survive the opening round, adding more hype to talks of a UFC Freedom 250 lightweight showdown.

Read moreIlia Topuria Says Justin Gaethje Won’t Make It Out Of Round One

Ilia Topuria reveals his new mindset for UFC White House that may concern Justin Gaethje

May 1, 2026 @ 10:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Bloody Elbow

It sounds like Justin Gaethje should be expecting the most violent Ilia Topuria to date in Washington D.C. this June. The UFC lightweight champion is...

Read moreIlia Topuria reveals his new mindset for UFC White House that may concern Justin Gaethje

Ilia Topuria Sends a Heartfelt Message to Terence Crawford and His Family as Fight Hype Fizzles

Apr 24, 2026 @ 3:05am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ilia Topuria praises Terence Crawford career and sends message to his family while stepping back from fight challenge.

Read moreIlia Topuria Sends a Heartfelt Message to Terence Crawford and His Family as Fight Hype Fizzles

Ilia Topuria Reveals Why Listening to His Mother Became a Turning Point

Apr 10, 2026 @ 1:39am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ilia Topuria admitted he learned the hard way to listen to his mother, opening up about a personal experience that helped shape his mindset and discipline.

Read moreIlia Topuria Reveals Why Listening to His Mother Became a Turning Point

‘Not a risk’: Ilia Topuria on continuing his bold pre-fight ritual ahead of UFC White House clash

Apr 9, 2026 @ 9:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

The Spaniard is continuing the trend.

Read more‘Not a risk’: Ilia Topuria on continuing his bold pre-fight ritual ahead of UFC White House clash

Ilia Topuria’s Comments Hint at Possible Exit Despite White House Card Commitment

Apr 8, 2026 @ 1:42am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ilia Topuria’s recent comments have raised questions about his future, as the UFC star admits he has already fulfilled his ambitions, with only the White House event keeping him locked in—for now.

Read moreIlia Topuria’s Comments Hint at Possible Exit Despite White House Card Commitment

Joe Rogan: Ilia Topuria will have the ‘greatest resume’ in UFC history if he KOs Justin Gaethje

Mar 26, 2026 @ 11:00am
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Bloody Elbow

Ilia Topuria has the chance to further his greatness in the main event of UFC White House. The UFC lightweight champion will be returning from...

Read moreJoe Rogan: Ilia Topuria will have the ‘greatest resume’ in UFC history if he KOs Justin Gaethje

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