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Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli fight card, start time
Canelo Alvarez returns to the ring Saturday in Riyadh for a WBC super‑middleweight title showdown against unbeaten Christian Mbilli (29‑0‑1, 24 KOs). Dubbed “Mexico vs. the World,” the main event is slated for about 4:30 p.m. ET, with a DAZN PPV undercard featuring Jaime Munguia vs. Nikita Zon and other bouts. Mbilli, fresh from a split‑draw with Lester Martinez and now the undisputed champion after Terence Crawford’s retirement, aims to hand Canelo his first loss since September’s unanimous decision defeat by Crawford. The full fight card and start times are listed below.
Amanda Serrano set for retirement fight in January
Puerto Rican boxing legend Amanda Serrano announces her retirement bout on Jan. 9, 2027, at San Juan’s Coliseo de Puerto Rico. She will defend her unified WBO and WBA featherweight titles against challenger Skye Falzon. Serrano, a seven‑weight world champion with a 50‑4 record and the first undisputed female champion of the four‑belt era, highlighted her historic trilogy with Katie Taylor that headlined Madison Square Garden. The fight will stream on DAZN, marking Serrano’s final fight in front of her home fans.
Anything but fighting: Alexander Hernandez answers random questions
UFC lightweight Alexander Hernandez sits down with José Youngs for an “Anything But Fighting” interview, revealing his favorite movies, foods, TV shows and concerts. The conversation comes hot on the heels of Hernandez’s dramatic second‑round TKO of former champion Rafael dos Anjos at UFC 332, a win that restores his momentum after a loss to Rafa García in April 2026. The former 19‑9 contender also reflects on past victories over Jim Miller, Beneil Dariush, Olivier Aubin‑Mercier and Francisco Trinaldo, giving fans a personal glimpse beyond the octagon.
Jose Aldo reveals real reason why he ‘cried a lot’ after Conor McGregor loss
Jose Aldo explains that his tears after the 13‑second knockout loss to Conor McGregor at UFC 194 weren’t from defeat but from the shattered hope of a rematch. Aldo thought a second fight would cement his legacy as the first featherweight champion, but Dana White announced McGregor could no longer make featherweight, moving up to lightweight. The Brazilian’s disappointment over never getting a chance to reclaim a win led to his emotional locker‑room moment. Aldo now reflects on their evolving friendship and urges McGregor’s return to lightweight after recent injury setbacks.
Sean O’Malley: There’s no ‘debate or an argument,’ rematch against Petr Yan is next
Sean O’Malley declares he’s next in line for a bantamweight title fight against new champion Petr Yan, who just defended his belt over Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 333. O’Malley points to his prior knockout of Yan in 2022 and recent wins over Song Yadong and Aimann Zahabi as proof he deserves the shot. He predicts a O’Malley‑Yan showdown would eclipse the Chito Vera‑O’Malley bout as the biggest bantamweight clash ever, and says the rematch “just is” without needing to argue for it. The UFC has yet to confirm Yan’s next opponent.
‘I would like to be a free agent’: Renato Moicano plans to fight out remainder of deal ahead of UFC Vegas 123 headliner
Renato Moicano heads into UFC Vegas 123 against Tom Nolan, aiming to fulfill the three remaining fights on his current contract before testing free‑agency. After snapping a two‑fight skid with a second‑round submission win over Chris Duncan at UFC Vegas 115, the 37‑year‑old says his decision will hinge on pay and his growing off‑cage ventures—YouTube, a gym, managing fighters and an MMA show in Brazil. He declined a third attempt to rematch Brian Ortega, preferring a hungry opponent in Nolan as his wife expects twins in December.
Morning Report | Chael Sonnen: Alexander Volkanovski double retirement fight pitch is ‘one of the dumbest ideas I’ve ever heard’
After defending his featherweight title with a second‑round KO of Movsar Evloev at UFC 333, Alexander Volkanovski floated a bold idea: a retirement‑bait superfight against lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, followed by both dropping their belts. Former UFC star Chael Sonnen slammed the plan as “one of the dumbest ideas ever,” questioning why Volkanovski would test himself at 155 lb without vacating his featherweight crown. Sonnen urged Volkanovski to follow Ilia Topuria’s example—drop the belt and earn a title shot—rather than staging a gimmick retirement bout. UFC President Dana White hinted the promotion might entertain Volkanovski’s requests, but no official move has been made.
Quillan Salkilld faces Benoit Saint Denis in main event of UFC Sydney
Quillan Salkilld headlines his first UFC card in Australia, taking on top‑10 lightweight Benoit Saint‑Denis in the main event of UFC Sydney on Feb. 6 at the Afterpay Arena. The 13‑1 Australian, currently ranked No. 7, enters the fight undefeated in six UFC outings, with five stoppage victories and five Performance‑of‑the‑Night bonuses, most recently submitting Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Vegas 120. Saint‑Denis (17‑4, 1 NC) has hovered near title contention, posting a 9‑4 UFC record before a recent submission loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 329. No other bouts have been announced for the card.
PFL Dubai card finalized with 15 fights, heavyweight title bout
The Professional Fighters League reveals its 15-fight Dubai card for Nov. 14 at the Coca Cola Arena. The headline is a heavyweight title clash between champion Vadim Nemkov (20‑2) and Russian knockout artist Sergei Bilostenniy (15‑4), marking Nemkov’s first title defense since winning the belt in Dec. 2025. The co‑main features unbeaten welterweight prospect Patrick Habirora (9‑0) versus PFL MENA champion Omar El Dafrawy (16‑6). The main card also includes Pouya Rahmani vs. Oleg Popov, Sergio Pettis vs. Joji Goto, and Abubakar Nurmagomedov vs. David Martinez. The event streams on the ESPN App at 1 p.m. ET.
Arman Tsarukyan wrestles Anthony Pettis in RAF 15 main event
Arman Tsarukyan will face Anthony Pettis in the main event of Real American Freestyle (RAF) 15 on November 28 at Chicago's NOW Arena. The bout, a crossover middleweight title match, replaces Pettis's planned debut against Donald Cerrone after the latter pulled out. Tsarukyan, who claimed the vacant RAF title with a tech fall over Dillon Danis at RAF 14, is still booked to wrestle Neiman Gracie in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 14. Pettis, a former UFC champion with no freestyle wrestling experience, last fought in 2024, losing a boxing decision to Chris Avila.
TUF 34 winner Tina Black hopes for top-ranked opponent in debut: ‘I want to make history in the UFC’
TUF 34 champion Tina Black (Valesca Machado) aims to make her UFC strawweight debut this year, targeting a top‑10 or top‑15 opponent to "make history" in the promotion. After defeating Natalia Alves, Delphine Benouaich and stopping Melissa Amaya on Sept. 26, she remains injury‑free and is training for a fourth fight in 2026. Black, on a six‑fight winning streak and unbeaten for over three years, hints at a possible bout against fellow Brazilian Mackenzie Dern, the division’s champion, while emphasizing patience and faith in her path.
Aljamain Sterling explains why he’s not ready to call Petr Yan the bantamweight GOAT just yet
Petr Yan defends his UFC bantamweight title with a decisive win over Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 333, sparking GOAT debates. Former champion Aljamain Sterling, who holds two victories over Yan, praises Yan’s technical skill but says a single defense isn’t enough to crown him the bantamweight GOAT. Sterling notes Yan joins legends like Dominick Cruz, T.J. Dillashaw and Merab Dvalishvili in the conversation, but stresses more title defenses are needed to solidify that status.
Nakisa Bidarian teases Darren Till as possible next opponent for Jake Paul
Jake Paul’s comeback is looming as his business partner Nakisa Bidarian confirms active talks with former UFC star Darren Till for a potential bout. After Paul’s jaw‑shattering defeat by Anthony Joshua in December, he’s scouting opponents and Till—who left the UFC in 2023, has gone undefeated in boxing and already secured two BKFC wins, including a KO over Luke Rockhold—remains a top candidate. Bidarian says the fight could happen as soon as this year on December 24, capitalizing on a quiet holiday TV window, but scheduling may push it to early 2027.
‘Go back to Chama’: Israel Adesanya questions Alex Pereira for saying he’ll return to 205 with UFC 335 loss
Israel Adesanya questions Alex Pereira’s plan to drop back to light‑heavyweight (205 lb) if he loses his upcoming heavyweight debut against Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335 on Dec. 12. Adesanya, who slotted Pereira’s fight in the octagon and traded victories with him—Pereira stopped him at UFC 281 (Nov 2022) and Adesanya knocked him out at UFC 287 (Apr 2023)—calls the move “fugazi” and urges him to “go back to Chama,” meaning stick to his successful mindset. The clash, set for T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, reignites their storied rivalry.
Matt Brown defends Islam Makhachev, rips UFC for introducing another ‘f*cking interim title’
Matt Brown defends Islam Makhachev’s decision to skip a UFC 336 bout against Carlos Prates, arguing the champion deserves to choose his next fight. Makhachev, fresh off a unanimous decision win over Ian Machado Garry in August, opted to fight Michael Morales in January instead, prompting UFC CEO Dana White to create an interim lightweight title. Brown questions the interim title’s need, calling it a punitive move by the UFC and noting Makhachev has been inactive only two months. He urges a clear standard for interim titles and supports Makhachev’s right to delay his defense.
Morning Report | Paddy Pimblett: Movsar Evloev ‘quit’ in loss to Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 333
Paddy Pimblett harshly critiques Movsar Evloev’s performance at UFC 333, labeling the featherweight’s second‑round stop by champion Alexander Volkanovski as a “quit.” Evloev, 20‑1 before the fight, couldn’t survive Volkanovski’s striking barrage and was knocked out with six seconds left, marking his first career loss. Pimblett notes Evloev’s reliance on wrestling—he’d gone 10‑0 in the UFC by decision—was ineffective against Volkanovski’s superior stand‑up and feints. The analysis also recaps Evloev’s prior wins over Lerone Murphy, Aljamain Sterling, Arnold Allen and Diego Lopes, and previews potential future featherweight contenders.
On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC 333
UFC 333 delivered dramatic victories for featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and bantamweight champion Petr Yan, prompting a deep dive into their next moves on MMA Fighting’s "On To the Next One" podcast. Hosts Alexander K. Lee and guest Jed Meshew debate Volkanovski’s post‑title defense options, Yan’s potential opponents, and the futures of recent losers Movsar Evloev and Merab Dvalishvili. The episode also teases possible matchups for flyweight Lone’er Kavanagh, heavyweight contender Alexander Volkov, and rising star Aaron Pico, while featuring listener‑submitted wild‑card picks. Audio is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other platforms.
UFC veteran disqualified for ‘serious violation,’ TKO win overturned
Khusein Askhabov’s first‑round TKO over Reinaldo Ekson at Airtox Dominance FC 8 in Copenhagen on Oct. 17 is overturned to a disqualification. The Danish MMA Federation ruled Askhabov attacked Ekson during a timeout—eye‑poking and striking after a doctor’s check—constituting a serious Unified Rules violation, and imposed a 12‑month ban from all DMMAF events. Ekson welcomes the decision, citing illegal blows to the back of his head and an eye scratch that left him dazed. Askhabov, a former UFC fighter with a controversial past, protests the ruling on social media.
Arman Tsarukyan: Justin Gaethje ‘trying to duck me,’ open to Alexander Volkanovski vacant title fight
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan says champion Justin Gaethje is “trying to duck” him and may retire unless the UFC pays a big purse, while also expressing interest in a drop‑to‑feather‑weight bout with Alexander Volkanovski, who just defended his title at UFC 333. Tsarukyan, speaking before his RAF 14 main event, says he’d also welcome a vacant lightweight title fight against Ilia Topuria, Paddy Pimblett or Charles Oliveira/Diego Lopes if Gaethje and Volkanovski step aside.
Dominick Reyes continues to slam Daniel Cormier for ‘F-plus’ grade UFC 333 commentary
Dominick Reyes launches a scathing critique of former champion Daniel Cormier’s commentary at UFC 333, dubbing it an “F‑plus” performance. After Reyes knocked out Azamat Murzakanov in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 26, he accused Cormier of factual errors—mislabeling Murzakanov’s natural southpaw stance—and of bias, claiming the commentator downplayed Reyes’s recent win streak. Reyes also slammed Jon Anik for rehashing his 2022 blood‑clot issue and condemned Cormier’s remarks about referee Mike Beltran’s stoppage. The feud sparked Reyes’s new YouTube series, “The Commentary Scorecard,” where he grades Anik (B‑), Felder (A) and Cormier (F+).
Alex Pereira hints at light heavyweight return if he loses to Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335
Alex Pereira says his heavyweight future hinges on his Dec. 12 co‑main event at UFC 335 against Sergei Pavlovich in Las Vegas. After a second‑round knockout loss to Ciryl Gane in June, Pereira tells Connect Cast he’ll drop back to light heavyweight if he loses to Pavlovich, citing size disadvantage at 265 lb. He believes a win would keep him at heavyweight, while a loss would prompt an immediate title‑shot run back at 205 lb. Pavlovich enters the fight on a three‑fight streak, most recently a 39‑second KO of Tallison Teixeira.
Video: King Green streams car accident, totals custom Range Rover: ‘Sh*t happens’
UFC lightweight veteran King Green streams his own car crash on Sunday night after his custom Range Rover is totaled when a silver Jeep Compass runs a red light and hits his vehicle. Green, 40, describes the incident live, calls the other driver at fault, and ends with a resigned “Shit happens.” The accident follows his recent knockout loss to Esteban Ribovics at UFC 332, which ended a four‑fight winning streak (three stoppages). The video of the crash is linked in the post.
UFC 333 Report: What’s next for the legendary career of Alexander Volkanovski?
At UFC 333, 38‑year‑old Alexander Volkanovski cements his featherweight legacy with a TKO over unbeaten Movsar Evloev, sparking debate over his next move. Experts weigh a rematch with Ilia Topuria, a superfight against lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, or a possible jump to 155 lb, while some suggest a bout with Aljamain Sterling as a swan‑song. In the co‑main event, Petr Yan defeats Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision, bolstering claims he could be the bantamweight GOAT. The MMA Fighting panel dissects both fighters' futures and the lingering GOAT discussions, offering multiple matchup scenarios for fans to ponder.
BJJ wiz Kade Ruotolo draws former MMA champion in ONE return
Grappling star Kade Ruotolo returns to ONE Championship on Dec. 18 in Bangkok to clash with former ONE bantamweight champion Ok Rae Yoon. The 23‑year‑old, who holds the ONE submission grappling title, has shifted focus to MMA, posting four consecutive Asian wins—all finishes, including a second‑round KO of Hiroyuki Tetsuka. Yoon, a 17‑win veteran who beat Eddie Alvarez and Christian Lee en route to the ONE belt in 2021, seeks redemption after recent decision losses to Alibeg Rasulov and Lucas Gabriel. ONE Fight Night 50 will air in U.S. primetime, making the bout a marquee test for the BJJ prodigy.
Morning Report | Sean O’Malley questions if Petr Yan wants rematch after UFC 333: ‘I don’t think he’d pick me’
Sean O’Malley says he’s ready to fight Petr Yan next, even though Yan’s recent win over Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 333 suggests the champion may have other options. O’Malley, who split‑decision‑won the 2022 bout with Yan and has since defeated top‑10 bantamweights Aiemann Zahabi and Song Yadong, doubts Yan is eager for a rematch, calling him “flat‑footed” and preferring smaller opponents. While UFC commentator Daniel Cormier floated a Yan‑Song fight, O’Malley insists a Yan showdown is inevitable, targeting early Q1‑Q2 2027 in the United States as the biggest bantamweight clash ever.
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