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Who is Marwan Rahiki? Australia's next great UFC featherweight
Australian sharpshooter Marwan Rahiki featured in the final episode of Dana White's Contender Series season nine, and earned a contract with a stunning comeback stoppage.

Tai Tuivasa eyes explosive UFC return after extended hiatus
'Bam Bam' is back. After 14-months on the sidelines, Tai Tuivasa has confirmed that his return to the cage is on the cards for the near future.

Top-ranked middleweight teases potential UFC return to Australian shores
While the promotion's 2026 schedule is yet to be officially revealed, top-ranked middleweight contender Caio Borralho has indicated that a trip back to Australia may be in the works for the very near future.

Australian UFC star scores controversial upset win in Rio de Janeiro
Australian featherweight Kaan Ofli (14-4-1) delivered what appeared to be a statement win over Ricardo Ramos (17-8) at UFC Fight Night Rio, but the victory has been marred in controversy because of the contentious officiating during the bout.

Justin Tafa sounds off on UFC release
Australian heavyweight Justin Tafa has been released from the UFC roster and will be stepping away from mixed martial arts competition indefinitely.

How New Zealand's best hope for UFC gold may have lost his fast track to the title
Immediately after recording his ninth consecutive win by knocking out Dominick Reyes in front of a parochial Perth crowd, Carlos Ulberg flew to Las Vegas to line up a fight with whoever left UFC 320's main event with the light heavyweight belt.

Conor McGregor cops 18-month ban for violating UFC’s anti-doping policy
Irish superstar Conor McGregor has been handed an 18-month suspension for violating the UFC’s anti-doping policy.

Israel Adesanya reacts to Alex Pereira's UFC 320 victory
Alex Pereira once again proved his championship pedigree at UFC 320 and among those watching closely was long-time rival Israel Adesanya.

Results, highlights from Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 at UFC 320
The Sporting News provided results, analysis, and highlights from UFC 320.

UFC 320 full card results
Did we see new champions crowned at UFC 320? The Sporting News provided results from the entire UFC 320 fight card.

Dan Hooker fires brutal shots at Tsarukyan ahead of UFC Qatar
Dan Hooker lit up Submission Radio with a fiery interview, setting the stage for his UFC Qatar showdown against Arman Tsarukyan.

SN Exclusive: Paul Hughes ready for crowning moment at PFL Dubai
Confident in his abilities, Paul Hughes is ready to prove he should be the face of the PFL. The Sporting News spoke with Hughes about his upcoming rematch with Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL Dubai.

Conor McGregor outlines 'six-month operation' to prepare for UFC return
Conor McGregor has once again taken centre stage in the ongoing conversation about the UFC's proposed 2026 White House card, this time by outlining a "six-month operation to get ready" for the event.
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