Ankalaev Calls Title Loss "Worst Day of My Life"
Magomed Ankalaev recently opened up about the emotional toll of losing his light heavyweight title to Alex Pereira [1]. Ankalaev had initially defeated Pereira in March 2025 in a five-round war to claim the belt [1]. However, in their rematch seven months later, Pereira TKO'd Ankalaev [1]. Ankalaev described the loss as the "worst day of my life" [6].
Conor McGregor Posts Leg Extensions After Knee Tear
Conor McGregor shared footage of himself performing leg extensions just days after sustaining a knee tear at UFC 329 [3]. Fans reacted to McGregor's update on his injured knee [3].
Ian Garry Prepares for "Toughest Challenge" Against Islam Makhachev
Ian Machado Garry is gearing up for a significant challenge at UFC 330, where he will face Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title [7]. Garry believes that beating Makhachev will be the "toughest challenge" in UFC title fight history [7].
Erin Blanchfield Withdraws from UFC 330
UFC 330 has taken a hit with the removal of a pivotal women's flyweight matchup due to Erin Blanchfield's withdrawal [8].
Darren Elkins to Make Final UFC Appearance
The UFC has finalized the card for its August 8 Fight Night at Meta Apex in Las Vegas, which will include Octagon veteran Darren Elkins' final appearance in the promotion [9].
Kamaru Usman Considers Retirement
Kamaru Usman is currently weighing his options regarding his future in the UFC following his defeat to Dricus Du Plessis [14]. Usman also stated that a fight with Carlos Prates does not interest him [5].
Sources
- Magomed Ankalaev: Losing UFC light heavyweight title was ‘worst day of my life’ (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- Conor McGregor Posts Leg Extensions Days After Knee Tear, Fans Cannot Believe It (LowKick MMA)
- Kamaru Usman Makes It Clear Why Carlos Prates Fight Doesn’t Interest Him (LowKick MMA)
- Magomed Ankalaev: Losing UFC light heavyweight title was ‘worst day of my life’ (MMA Mania)
- Ian Garry believes beating Islam Makhachev is the ‘toughest challenge’ in UFC title fight history (Bloody Elbow)
- UFC 330 card takes hit after Erin Blanchfield withdrawal (Sherdog)
- UFC finalizes Aug. 8 Fight Night card with Darren Elkins farewell (Sherdog)
- Kamaru Usman weighs retirement following Dricus Du Plessis defeat (Sherdog)
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