#heavyweight-division tag

2 weeks ago

Curtis Blaydes suffered multiple significant facial injuries at UFC 327

Curtis Blaydes suffered significant injuries in a tough fight against Josh Hokit at UFC 327, resulting in a fractured orbital and nose.

Jon Jones believes he beats most fighters despite arthritis

Arthritis hurts, it doesn't make you cripple. I'm still smashing 99.47% of you out there.

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Martin Buday to Face Lazar Todev at Oktagon 89

After exiting the UFC on a three-fight win streak that included victories over ex-champ Andre Arlovski and jiu-jitsu champion Buchecha, Buday made his Oktagon debut in a title fight against double-champ (light heavyweight and heavyweight) Will Fleury. That turned into a disastrous night for the 34-year old Slovakian, as he was finished on the feet in under two minutes.

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Alex Pereira on New Eight-Fight Deal: UFC "Took Really Good Care of Me"

Alex Pereira signed an eight-fight UFC contract he considers exceptionally favorable, allowing him to move to heavyweight and face Ciryl Gane for an interim title at Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026.

Alex Pereira reveals new 8-fight UFC contract: 'They took really good care of me'

Alex Pereira signed an eight-fight UFC contract and vacated the light heavyweight title to move up to heavyweight for a title fight against Ciryl Gane.

Heavyweight matchup added to PFL Chicago

Rodrigo Nascimento faces Slim Trabelsi in a heavyweight matchup at PFL Chicago, with both fighters ranked in the division's Top 10.

Vitor Petrino Bloodies Steven Asplund in Heavyweight War at UFC Vegas 114

Vitor Petrino defeated Steven Asplund in a competitive heavyweight bout at UFC Vegas 114, combining effective grappling with striking exchanges across two rounds.

UFC Vegas 114: Vitor Petrino Reflects on "Wise Decision" to Move to Heavyweight

Vitor Petrino commits to heavyweight division after successful transition from light heavyweight, citing improved physical condition and mental satisfaction with the weight class.

Vitor Petrino Bloodies Steven Asplund in Heavyweight War at UFC Vegas 114

Vitor Petrino defeated Steven Asplund in a competitive heavyweight bout at UFC Vegas 114, combining effective grappling with striking exchanges across two rounds.

UFC Vegas 114: Vitor Petrino Reflects on "Wise Decision" to Move to Heavyweight

Vitor Petrino commits to heavyweight division after successful transition from light heavyweight, citing improved physical condition and mental satisfaction with the weight class.

Eddie Hearn: UFC needs Tom Aspinall more than he needs them

Eddie Hearn believes Tom Aspinall has become more valuable to the UFC than the UFC is to him, citing low fighter purses and the organization's need for heavyweight stars.

fromESPN.com

6 months ago

UFC 321 takeaways: Heavyweight division still in ruins after Aspinall-Gane disaster

Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 ended in a no contest from an incidental eye poke, likely requiring immediate rescheduling and a rematch.

6 months ago

UFC 321: Alexander Volkov Halts Jailton Almeida's Progress In Stalling Match

Jailton Almeida finished Alexander Volkov at UFC 321 with a late takedown after a grind-heavy fight defined by repeated guard stalling and close scoring

8 months ago

Josh Hokit Wins UFC Contract, Criticizes "Overweight Fat Guys" And Fighters Who Don't Speak English

gave that Russian guy six days notice. Is a Russian better than an American? That's how I look at it. So I'm ready to go five days notice. I'm ready to fight next week.

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