All articles tagged with #rematch
Umar Nurmagomedov criticized Merab Dvalishvili for slapping his friend in Georgia, calling such behavior unacceptable and saying wrongdoings should be called out regardless of who commits them, as their rivalry and potential rematch between the bantamweights remain in play.
Conor McGregor floated a third fight with Max Holloway as a potential 2027 'Last Dance' rematch to cap his UFC deal, hinting at a bout during International Fight Week; Holloway defeated McGregor by a 69-second TKO in their July meeting, and McGregor is sidelined for ACL rehabilitation after a rough run that has seen him lose four of his last five, with UFC president Dana White saying he’ll be out about a year. The two previously met in 2013, a bout McGregor won by decision.
Conor McGregor floated a 2027 rematch with Max Holloway, framing it as the finale of his UFC contract and hinting at a trilogy after Holloway stopped him in their July 2026 bout; the fighters previously met in 2013 (McGregor win) and would be set for UFC International Fight Week 2027, with McGregor sidelined by ACL surgery and out for about a year.
UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje said he isn’t interested in a quick rematch with Paddy Pimblett after beating him for the interim title, even as Pimblett remains in title contention following a recent win. Gaethje indicated he won’t fight again until 2027, and while he respects Pimblett, a rematch isn’t on the near-term horizon.
Conor McGregor and Max Holloway clashed in a tense face-off before their UFC 329 rematch, with both veterans separated amid the confrontation. McGregor, coming off a long layoff and recent losses, may still threaten with power, but Holloway is expected to have the edge if the bout goes beyond two rounds. Holloway has even hinted at a potential rubber match and a December showdown at Allegiant Stadium if he wins.
Max Holloway says he plans to beat Conor McGregor at UFC 329 to avenge their 2013 bout and set up a possible rematch at the end of the year. He views McGregor’s return from a severe injury as dangerous but believes the bout is a major payday and a chance to rewrite the narrative, with Holloway currently favored and intent on concluding what he sees as an ongoing rivalry.
Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250, forcing Topuria’s corner to stop the fight in the fifth round and becoming the undisputed lightweight champion. He ruled out an immediate rematch, accusing Topuria of quitting twice and signaling he’ll pursue top contenders like Arman Tsarukyan, while also joking about compensation and even UFC equity as part of his post‑fight plans.
Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria shouldn’t earn a rematch after his corner-stoppage TKO loss in the UFC White House main event, noting he “stopped him twice” and that Topuria appeared finished as the fight ended. Gaethje teased staying active but has no definite next opponent yet, explicitly stating Topuria won’t get a rematch and suggesting he should fight someone like Paddy Pimblett instead.
Alex Pereira confirms he will stay at heavyweight after his loss to Ciryl Gane, calling the decisive punch a 'lucky punch' and signaling he wants an immediate rematch. He criticized referee Herb Dean for allowing illegal back-of-the-head strikes, stated he’s injury-free and weighed 251 pounds for the bout, and said he’s focused on chasing the heavyweight belt, with Gane holding the interim title and planning a unification with Tom Aspinall in September.
Ilia Topuria suffered his first career defeat, relinquishing the lightweight title to Justin Gaethje in a fourth-round TKO at UFC White House; he praised Gaethje, revealed eye injuries from the bout, and said there are no excuses while signaling a rematch and vowing to return stronger.
Ilia Topuria lost a brutal main-event TKO to Justin Gaethje at Freedom 250 in the White House, reportedly losing vision in both eyes and being hospitalized. Dana White said there are no immediate plans to book another fight, but Topuria vowed to recover and push for a rematch once he’s healthy.
Justin Gaethje weathered Ilia Topuria’s early onslaught after Topuria predicted a first-round KO, then took control to stop him by the fourth round. Topuria’s corner halted the fight as Gaethje claimed the undisputed UFC title, and he said there won’t be an immediate rematch, while considering Topuria’s next steps.
Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria in the UFC White House main event, delivering a relentless onslaught that left Topuria bleeding and the fight stopped after the fourth round when his corner chose not to risk further damage; Topuria praised Gaethje, offered no excuses, and said he will heal and return stronger for a rematch.
Khamzat Chimaev states he will pursue a rematch with Sean Strickland at 185 pounds after UFC 328, denying any move to light heavyweight, and awaits UFC booking while prepping for his wrestling debut against Dillon Danis in RAF 10, promising a different outcome and revenge next time.
Holly Holm failed to reclaim the world title in a rematch with Stephanie Han, losing by a majority decision (two judges 96-94 and one draw) in El Paso, a result that prompted widespread social-media backlash; Holm maintained she won and hinted at pursuing a Katie Taylor fight.