Lightweight

In the last 6 hours
With Brian Ortega Out, Renato Moicano Gets Tom Nolan in UFC Vegas 123 Headliner Cageside Press02:00
Earlier today
Injured Brian Ortega pulled from UFC 331, ‘Money’ paid with Halloween main event (at Apex) MMA Mania (Weblog)01:36
Renato Moicano vs. Brian Ortega scrapped from UFC 331; Moicano gets moved to new card MMAFighting00:59
UFC 331 Loses Main Card Fight, Fighter Books Headliner Heavy.com00:52
Brian Ortega out of UFC 331 fight, Renato Moicano to headline UFC Vegas 123 against surging… BJPENN.COM00:52
Updates To Crypto.com UFC 331: Van vs Pantoja 2 UFC.com00:36
Yesterday
Mauricio Ruffy’s toughest rival predicts win over Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 331 BJPENN.COM22:59 14-Sept-26
Arman admits he might be screwed with UFC 331 loss — ‘I’m never going to see a title fight’ MMAmania.com16:19 14-Sept-26
Get hyped! Watch ‘Countdown to UFC 331’ full video for Van vs. Pantoja 2 MMAmania.com15:39 14-Sept-26
Khamzat Chimaev sees massive gap in Arman Tsarukyan-Mauricio Ruffy fight Sherdog05:27 14-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett Reveals Massive Weight Cut for UFC 329 Heavy.com03:40 14-Sept-26
In the last 7 days
Arman Tsarukyan admits he may never get title shot if he loses UFC 331 bout against Mauricio… BJPENN.COM23:12 13-Sept-26
Arman Tsarukyan in do-or-die situation at UFC 331: ‘If I lose this fight, I’m never going to… MMAFighting20:09 13-Sept-26
Arman Tsarukyan Fears UFC 331 Mauricio Ruffy Loss Could End His Dreams: “I’m Never Gonna See A… LowKick MMA21:53 12-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria should face Paddy Pimblett next, says former UFC champion BJPENN.COM14:23 12-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria’s Manager Confirms The Team Has Only One Fight In Mind LowKick MMA01:19 12-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje Predicts Arman Tsarukyan vs. Mauricio Ruffy Heavy.com00:44 12-Sept-26
White: There’s a lot of ‘money left on the table’ for ‘incredible’ Gaethje to make MMAmania.com15:08 11-Sept-26
UFC champion Justin Gaethje provides update on possible MMA retirement BJPENN.COM14:46 11-Sept-26
Eddie Alvarez: Ilia Topuria ‘not gonna be the same’ after Gaethje loss Sherdog04:46 11-Sept-26
Sean Strickland rips Justin Gaethje's continued Trump support Sherdog04:46 11-Sept-26
UFC champ Justin Gaethje stumps for Trump at GOP midterm convention Sherdog04:15 11-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje surprisingly supports Arman Tsarukyan’s long wait for UFC title shot BJPENN.COM21:57 10-Sept-26
White provides update on Topuria UFC return and Pimblett mega-fight talkSPORT20:02 10-Sept-26
Former UFC Champ Says Ilia Topuria Shouldn’t Get Immediate Title Rematch LowKick MMA19:58 10-Sept-26
Gaethje: Topuria was ‘very easy to predict’ in White House fight The Independent18:31 10-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett Looking to ‘Inflict Genuine Pain’ on Ilia Topuria Heavy.com18:00 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje claims Arman Tsarukyan blew his title shot because ‘he wasn’t going to make… MMAFighting16:06 10-Sept-26
UFC champion Justin Gaethje stumps for Trump in Texas MMAmania.com15:04 10-Sept-26
Dana White claims Ilia Topuria is ‘ready’ to fight after UFC Freedom 250 defeat BJPENN.COM14:59 10-Sept-26
UFC Veteran Worried for Ilia Topuria in Octagon Return Heavy.com12:45 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje breaks down Ilia Topuria’s fatal flaws during White House fight: ‘He made… MMAmania.com12:01 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje Reveals His Secret To Beating Ilia Topuria MMA Insight (Weblog)10:59 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje explains the flaw he exploited in Ilia Topuria's game Sherdog07:32 10-Sept-26
Islam Makhachev says there’s a ‘90%’ chance Usman Nurmagomedov joins UFC Sherdog07:12 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje questions Arman Tsarukyan’s UFC 311 injury claim Sherdog05:10 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje Shares Theory on Botched UFC 311 Main Event Heavy.com04:36 10-Sept-26
Dana White Reveals Top 2 Potential Opponents for Ilia Topuria Heavy.com04:25 10-Sept-26
Dana White reveals Ilia Topuria is ‘ready to fight,’ open to Justin Gaethje rematch (or Paddy… MMAmania.com01:32 10-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje exposes Ilia Topuria’s major flaw he ‘predicted’ at UFC Freedom 250 BJPENN.COM23:30 9-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje Explains Why Ilia Topuria Lost at UFC Freedom 250 Heavy.com22:09 9-Sept-26
Usman Nurmagomedov’s PFL future shut down by Islam Makhachev as he teases likely UFC signing BJPENN.COM22:09 9-Sept-26
Jon Anik drops major update on UFC lightweight championship The Big Lead21:31 9-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje Explains Footwork Read That Made Ilia Topuria Easy To Predict MiddleEasy.com21:02 9-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje doubts Arman Tsarukyan injured his back prior to nixed 2025 title shot: “He… BJPENN.COM20:06 9-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje reveals why Ilia Topuria was ‘very easy to predict’ in monumental title win at… MMAFighting19:34 9-Sept-26
‘That is crazy’: Rogan’s big warning to UFC weapon... as ripples of Volk mistake return Fox Sports (Australia)08:12 9-Sept-26
Dana White Reacts to Salahdine Parnasse’s UFC Paris Win Heavy.com03:09 9-Sept-26
Joe Rogan cautions Ilia Topuria against ‘mistake’ former rival made in UFC comeback BJPENN.COM00:13 9-Sept-26
Daniel Cormier Questions Dan Hooker’s Mindset After Third Straight Loss Fighters Only Magazine23:00 8-Sept-26
Ian Machado Garry calls Michael Morales ‘only fight that makes sense right now’ MMAFighting19:09 8-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse crashes lightweight top ten, Dan Hooker drops to unlucky 13 in latest UFC… MMAmania.com16:08 8-Sept-26
Joe Rogan worried Ilia Topuria will ‘make the mistake of coming back too soon’ MMA Mania (Weblog)15:07 8-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett Wants to Smash Ilia Topuria’s Head In Heavy.com14:54 8-Sept-26
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 230 with Dan Ige and Drakkar Klose BJPENN.COM13:31 8-Sept-26
What’s Next: UFC Paris Losers Cageside Press00:43 8-Sept-26
In the last month
Paddy Pimblett Says UFC Has Not Called About Ilia Topuria Fight MiddleEasy.com21:02 7-Sept-26
What’s next for Salahdine Parnasse and Dan Hooker after UFC Paris? BJPENN.COM20:53 7-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett open to any top lightweight, still likes Ilia Topuria grudge match: ‘I’d love to … MMAFighting20:17 7-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett names five opponents he could face next as potential fight date revealed Give Me Sport14:55 7-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett handed blow in pursuit of Ilia Topuria grudge match The Mirror12:53 7-Sept-26
UFC commentator speculates on Topuria vs Gaethje rematch The Independent11:10 7-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett casts doubt on rumoured Ilia Topuria UFC clash talkSPORT10:58 7-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse calls out Max Holloway following showstopping UFC debut Sherdog05:57 7-Sept-26
Paddy Pimblett responds to rumored December Ilia Topuria fight Sherdog05:36 7-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse vs rising star, more fights to make after UFC Paris The Big Lead23:47 6-Sept-26
Jon Anik Says UFC Is Weighing Justin Gaethje-Ilia Topuria Rematch MiddleEasy.com23:38 6-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse Reacts to Dan Hooker Ko at UFC Paris Heavy.com22:43 6-Sept-26
Jon Anik thinks UFC is considering Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria rematch: ‘That’s what I… MMAFighting22:06 6-Sept-26
Daniel Cormier Calls Salahdine Parnasse A New UFC Lightweight Contender After Paris Knockout MiddleEasy.com20:05 6-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse eyes ‘dream fight’ with Max Holloway after pummeling Dan Hooker at UFC Paris BJPENN.COM19:32 6-Sept-26
Video: Security holds Dan Hooker back as French fans mock ‘The Hangman’ MMA Mania (Weblog)18:02 6-Sept-26
UFC Paris main event winner Salahdine Parnasse calls Max Holloway ‘my dream fight’ MMAFighting15:09 6-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse Calls Out MMA Legend After UFC Paris Win Heavy.com02:12 6-Sept-26
UFC Paris: Salahdine Parnasse sends message to Max Holloway following main event win in debut Deadspin01:18 6-Sept-26
UFC Paris: Dan Hooker vs. Salahdine Parnasse – Bonus Winners Revealed LowKick MMA00:33 6-Sept-26
“Damn Did Him Bad” : MMA Pros React To Salahdine Parnasse Annihilating Dan Hooker At UFC Paris… LowKick MMA00:23 6-Sept-26
‘I’m the best’: UFC newcomer’s bold statement as Holloway called out; Hooker brutally Ko’d – Wrap Fox Sports (Australia)00:06 6-Sept-26
Pros react after Salahdine Parnasse stops Dan Hooker at UFC Paris BJPENN.COM23:29 5-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse folds Dan Hooker in UFC Paris headliner Sherdog23:15 5-Sept-26
Highlights! Salahdine Parnasse takes Octagon by storm, debuts with wicked liver kick TKO over… MMAmania.com23:14 5-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasses destroys Dan Hooker in debut, calls for Max Holloway next after UFC Paris… MMAFighting23:13 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris Results: Salahdine Parnasse KO’s Dan Hooker (Video) BJPENN.COM23:09 5-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse Obliterates Dan Hooker in the First Round Heavy.com23:08 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris: Salahdine Parnasse smashes Dan Hooker’s liver in electric debut knockout MMAmania.com22:54 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris live results, highlights, streaming play-by-play updates | Parnasse vs. Hooker MMA Mania (Weblog)16:25 5-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria's 7-word reaction to seeing his face for first time after Justin Gaethje fight Give Me Sport15:15 5-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria Tells Son Defeat Made Him Stronger After Justin Gaethje Loss MiddleEasy.com14:53 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris: Everything to Watch as Salahdine Parnasse Debuts Against Dan Hooker Deadspin14:26 5-Sept-26
Predictions, picks for UFC Fight Night in Paris CBSSports.com13:00 5-Sept-26
Where to watch UFC Fight Night: Hooker vs. Parnasse, start time CBSSports.com13:00 5-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria Breaks Silence With Heartfelt Message To His Son MMA Insight (Weblog)10:31 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris start time, full fight card details | Hooker vs. Parnasse MMA Mania (Weblog)09:28 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris Results: Hooker vs. Parnasse MMAFighting08:07 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris live results: Dan Hooker faces Salahdine Parnasse Fightmag05:04 5-Sept-26
Watch: Dan Hooker Sings LECADE’s ‘Sober Me Up’ To Get Through Weight Cut, Finishes It Off With… LowKick MMA01:05 5-Sept-26
Ferran Torres Reacts to Ilia Topuria’s Emotional Comeback Post and Message to Son Hugo LowKick MMA00:14 5-Sept-26
UFC Paris Preview Show: Can Dan Hooker spoil Salahdine Parnasse’s UFC debut? MMAFighting22:07 4-Sept-26
Dana White Casts Doubt on Arman Tsarukyan vs. Mauricio Ruffy Winner Fighting Champion Justin… LowKick MMA22:01 4-Sept-26
Dana White won’t commit to Arman title shot — even with a Mauricio Ruffy win at UFC 331 MMA Mania (Weblog)20:55 4-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria Breaks Silence With Emotional Message After Justin Gaethje Loss Heavy.com20:41 4-Sept-26
Dana White won’t commit to title shot for Arman Tsarukyan if he defeats Mauricio Ruffy at UFC… BJPENN.COM20:27 4-Sept-26
Justin Gaethje reflects on his historic UFC 300 KO loss to Max Holloway LowKick MMA19:59 4-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria sends heartfelt message to son following brutal TKO loss to Justin Gaethje: “You… BJPENN.COM19:57 4-Sept-26
Egomaniacal Ilia Topuria creates UFC short film turning Justin Gaethje beating into heroic… MMAmania.com18:15 4-Sept-26
Ilia Topuria breaks silence in 1st post since aftermath of UFC White House loss MMAFighting17:42 4-Sept-26
UFC Paris preview: ‘Hooker vs. Parnasse’ predictions MMA Mania (Weblog)14:40 4-Sept-26
Henry Cejudo Says PFL Is Finished If Usman Nurmagomedov Leaves MiddleEasy.com14:14 4-Sept-26
UFC Paris weigh-in results: Salahdine Parnasse official for debut duel with Dan Hooker MMAFighting13:48 4-Sept-26
Morning Report | Henry Cejudo: ‘The Pfl is finished’ if they don’t re-sign Usman Nurmagomedov MMAFighting13:07 4-Sept-26
Topuria breaks silence after 'going through that hell' with Gaethje CBSSports.com13:00 4-Sept-26
Opinion: Are cracks beginning to show in the Nurmagomedov dynasty? Sherdog08:43 4-Sept-26
Salahdine Parnasse Promises Dan Hooker Master Class, Names Max Holloway Dream Fight MiddleEasy.com05:14 4-Sept-26
Henry Cejudo Names The Toughest Matchup For Justin Gaethje And It’s Not Arman Tsarukyan LowKick MMA01:07 4-Sept-26
UFC Details Salahdine Parnasse’s 23-2 Career History Before Paris Debut MiddleEasy.com23:29 3-Sept-26

      
            
      
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The current UFC Lightweight champion is Islam Makhachev, who defeated Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284 to defend his title for the first time.
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