MMA Daily Digest – September 19, 2026

The latest MMA headlines, fight news, UFC updates, rankings talk and reaction from across the fight world.

Alexander Volkanovski to Defend Featherweight Title Against Movsar Evloev at UFC 333

UFC has officially scheduled a featherweight title defense for champion Alexander Volkanovski against the undefeated Movsar Evloev at UFC 333 on October 24, 2026, in Abu Dhabi.

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Dana White Confirms Ciryl Gane Is Not Undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion

UFC CEO Dana White clarified that Ciryl Gane has not been promoted to undisputed champion following Tom Aspinall vacating the title, meaning Gane must still fight for the vacant belt.

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Khamzat Chimaev Defeats Gilbert Burns via Finish in RAF 13 Rematch

Khamzat Chimaev secured another victory on his post-UFC winning streak, finishing Gilbert Burns in their highly anticipated freestyle wrestling rematch at RAF 13 in Miami.

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Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja Set for Flyweight Title Rematch at UFC 331

Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja are scheduled to run back their flyweight championship bout at UFC 331, following a freak injury that cut their first encounter short.

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Robert Whittaker Targets Early Next Year Return in Sydney, Eyes Jan Blachowicz

Former UFC champion Robert Whittaker revealed he is training for a potential return in Sydney early next year, expressing strong interest in a matchup against Jan Blachowicz.

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Arman Tsarukyan Admits He Was Wrong About Champion Justin Gaethje

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan has publicly acknowledged that his previous assessment of division champion Justin Gaethje was incorrect.

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Tyron Woodley Unimpressed by Khamzat Chimaev’s Strength on the Mats

Former UFC champion Tyron Woodley stated that Khamzat Chimaev did not feel particularly strong during their grappling interactions, despite Chimaev’s quick victories under the RAF banner.

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Max Holloway Predicts Top UFC 331 Fights Will Go to Decision

Max Holloway has countered Arman Tsarukyan’s predictions, stating he believes the top two matchups at UFC 331 will go the distance due to the heavy influence of grappling.

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Teammate Claims Walkout Led to UFC’s Decision Not to Re-Sign Michael Page

Teammate Alfie Davis suggested that the UFC chose not to re-sign Michael "Venom" Page due to issues surrounding his walkout, rather than his recent performances inside the octagon.

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Michael Chandler Rejects Retirement Talk Despite Recent Losing Streak

Despite suffering a first-round stoppage loss to Mauricio Ruffy and going 0-4 in his recent UFC outings, veteran Michael Chandler confirmed he has no plans to retire from MMA.

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Yu Yau Pui to Face Marie McManamon at ONE Fight Night 48 in Bangkok

Atomweight Muay Thai contenders Yu Yau Pui and Marie McManamon are scheduled to clash at ONE Fight Night 48 on October 2, with both fighters looking to rebound from recent losses.

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Ozzy Diaz Reflects on Realizing Dream of Fighting at Crypto.com Arena

Los Angeles native Ozzy Diaz shared his personal connection to the Crypto.com Arena, expressing that he always knew he would eventually compete inside the famous venue.

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Gable Steveson Refuses Eye Contact with Sean Sharaf in UFC 331 Face-Off

Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson avoided eye contact with opponent Sean Sharaf during an intense and awkward final face-off ahead of their heavyweight clash at UFC 331.

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Max Holloway Responds to Justin Gaethje’s Comments on Opponent Damage

Former champion Max Holloway has weighed in on the ongoing dispute between lightweight rivals Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria regarding the physical toll of their recent fights.

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Arman Tsarukyan Issues Warning to Streamer N3on Ahead of UFC 331

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan has set strict boundaries for viral internet streamer N3on, warning him about his behavior while attending the UFC 331 event.

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