MMA news: Dustin Poirier talks retirement fight against Max Holloway at UFC 318
Two fan favourites are set to collide to complete their trilogy when Dustin Poirier takes on Max Holloway at UFC 318 for Holloway’s ‘BMF’ title.
The fight will be the last of Poirier’s legendary career, as ‘The Diamond’ will get the chance to retire in his home state of Louisiana.
Dustin Poirier welcomed a 19-year-old Max Holloway into the UFC for his debut fight back in 2012, writes Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher.
The pair then went on to have one of the best fights in UFC history in 2019 for the interim lightweight title, with Poirier beating Holloway on both occasions.
Now Holloway is the one to give Poirier the last fight of his career and attempt to gain revenge.
MMA news: Dricus du Plessis dismisses injury rumours ahead of potential Khamzat Chimaev bout
Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down the latest surrounding Dricus Du Plessis, who has firmly denied injury rumours ahead of a potential clash with Khamzat Chimaev.
As speculation swirls about a possible showdown at International Fight Week, Du Plessis has made it clear he's still in control of the middleweight title picture.
MMA news: ‘I’m going to get him back’ - Israel Adesanya targets rematch against Sean Strickland
MMA expert Niall Togher of Sports News Blitz brings the latest on Israel Adesanya, who has set his sights on a rematch with Sean Strickland.
After a period of reflection and setbacks, Adesanya says he’s ready to return and settle the score.
MMA betting tips: Ian Machado Garry to hand Carlos Prates his first UFC loss
After a phenomenal pay-per-view event in Miami last weekend, the UFC will keep the ball rolling with a showdown between welterweight contenders Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates in Kansas City on April 26.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews the bout and offers a prediction.
MMA news: Ian Machado Garry ‘seething’ after title bout denial, excited for Carlos Prates match-up
After stepping up at short notice to take on Shavkat Rakhmonov in a title eliminator bout in December and losing a tight affair, Ian Machado Garry returns to action on April 26, when he faces rising star Carlos Prates in Kansas City.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on the story.
MMA news: Diego Lopes to beat Alexander Volkanovski for featherweight title at UFC 314
UFC 314 is set to take place in Miami on Saturday and promises to be the biggest card of 2025 so far, with three incredible match-ups sure to excite.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews all the action and predicts the winners.
MMA news: ‘I don’t see where he can beat me’ Paddy Pimblett talks UFC 314 fight against Michael Chandler
Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down Paddy Pimblett’s bold claims ahead of the toughest test of his UFC career.
With a co-main event slot coming up, Pimblett looks to shake off the "prospect" label and cement himself as a top-tier lightweight by taking out former title challenger Michael Chandler.
MMA news: Lerone Murphy to overcome Josh Emmett and stay unbeaten at UFC Vegas 105
After Fight Night events in the UK and Mexico, UFC action returns to Las Vegas with a clash between two top-10 featherweights as undefeated Brit Lerone Murphy (15-0-1) takes on renowned power puncher Josh Emmett (19-4).
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews the bout and offers a prediction.
MMA news: Conor McGregor’s potential UFC return met with ridicule
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor teased his return to the UFC during a post-fight press conference at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship last week.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on the story.
MMA news: Brandon Moreno to mark homecoming with a win over Steve Erceg
The fight between two-time UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno and former title challenger Steve Erceg headlines this weekend’s UFC Fight Night in Mexico as current champion Alexandre Pantoja awaits a contender.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews the bout and predicts a winner.
MMA news: ‘I just knew I was going to break him!’ Sean Brady recaps his dominant win over Leon Edwards
Sean Brady has shaken up the welterweight division with his victory over Leon Edwards at UFC London.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher breaks down the dominant performance that has put Brady on the fast track to UFC stardom.
MMA news: Leon Edwards to get back on track with a win over Sean Brady
The UFC returns to London this Saturday as former welterweight champion Leon Edwards looks to bounce back with a victory against Sean Brady.
A win for either fighter would put them on the cusp of a title shot, with Edwards currently ranked No. 1 in the division and Brady sitting at No. 5.
MMA news: Leon Edwards talks loss to Belal Muhammad and previews UFC London matchup
Leon Edwards returns to action this Saturday for the first time since losing his UFC Welterweight title against Belal Muhammad at UFC 304.
The former champion will take on the number 5 ranked contender, Sean Brady, as the Brit hopes to get another shot at the title with a win.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher previews the fight.
MMA news: Marvin Vettori to mark his return with another win over Roman Dolidze
Marvin Vettori is set to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon at UFC Fight Night 254, where he faces a familiar foe in Roman Dolidze.
Here, Sports News Blitz MMA writer Niall Togher breaks down how Vettori can replicate his 2023 victory and prove he’s still a top contender in the middleweight division.
MMA news: Rafael Fiziev teases weight-class change following UFC 313 defeat
As Sports News Blitz continues to bring you the latest in the MMA, Niall Togher reports on Rafael Fiziev’s future after a tough night at UFC 313.
Following his third straight loss, the Azerbaijani lightweight is now weighing his options - including a potential shift to a new division.
MMA news: Alex Pereira challenges Magomed Ankalaev to a $200k bet ahead of UFC 313 clash
The stakes couldn’t be higher as Alex Pereira prepares to defend his UFC light heavyweight title against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313.
With the Brazilian star facing what many believe to be his toughest test yet, the outcome could have major implications for the division - and beyond.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher breaks down the key storylines ahead of this highly anticipated clash.
UFC news: Tom Aspinall provides update on potential fight with Jon Jones
The biggest fight in MMA today is yet to be finalised, leaving fans to sweat on a potential bout between Interim UFC Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and Undisputed UFC Heavyweight champion Jon Jones.
Sports News Blitz MMA writer Niall Togher reports on the story.
MMA news: Sean Brady talks short-notice main event against Leon Edwards
Sean Brady is stepping up on short notice to headline UFC London against former welterweight champion Leon Edwards after Jack Della Maddalena was pulled from the card.
Here, Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down the unexpected matchup and what it means for the division.
MMA analysis: Has Henry Cejudo’s return tarnished his legacy?
Since returning from retirement and going 0-3 in his last three fights, former two-weight world champion Henry Cejudo may have compromised his lasting legacy, particularly at bantamweight.
Sports News Blitz’s MMA writer Niall Togher debates the issue…
MMA news: Dana White shuts down Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo rematch talk
The main event of UFC Fight Night 252 between Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo was clouded by controversy following Yadong’s technical decision victory after only three of the five scheduled rounds were completed.
The action was cut short by an accidental eye poke that rendered the former two-weight world champion Cejudo with limited vision in his left eye, writes Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher.