Joe Rogan CALLS OUT UFC! Jorge Masvidal TEASES Conor McGregor FIGHT at White House! Ilia Topuria

Ilia Tapuria's Next Fight Date Revealed

Ilia Tapuria's Return to the Octagon

• Ilia Tapuria has not fought since June, where he secured a victory against Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title.

• Speculation arises about his return, with some suggesting it may not happen until late 2026 due to personal issues, including his divorce.

• Recently, Tapuria hinted at a potential fight timeline of "April to June" and expressed interest in facing the winner of Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett.

Responses from Other Fighters

• When asked about a possible matchup with Islam Makhachev, Tapuria confidently stated that Makhachev wouldn't submit him "not even in his dreams."

Rumors of McGregor vs. Masvidal

Potential Matchup at UFC White House

• Following Dana White's dismissal of McGregor vs. Chandler talks, rumors suggest a fight between Jorge Masvidal and Conor McGregor could occur at the UFC White House.

• Masvidal teased significant news regarding an upcoming opportunity during an interview but remained vague about details.

Future Developments

• He mentioned that more information might be available within ten days, raising anticipation among fans regarding this potential matchup.

Morab Dvalishvili Accepting Grappling Match

Morab Dvalishvili's Challenge

• Morab Dvalishvili was approached to face Armen Sarukian in a grappling match after Sarukian’s original opponent withdrew.

• Dvalishvili expressed confidence in his ability to win against Sarukian but ultimately declined due to an injury sustained during training.

Max Holloway Aiming for Submission Against Oliveira

Holloway's Ambitious Goals

• Max Holloway is set to defend the BMF belt against Charles Oliveira and hinted at the possibility of submitting him despite Oliveira being known as a submission artist.

• In a recent video, Holloway discussed how submitting Oliveira would be a bold move and potentially memorable given his last submission win was in 2015.

Recovery and Readiness for Battle

• Holloway shared updates on his recovery from injuries sustained during previous fights and expressed gratitude towards his medical team for their support leading up to this bout.

UFC 326: Holloway's Future and Upcoming Fights

Holloway's Potential Rematch with Tap toya

• Max Holloway discusses the possibility of a rematch against Ilia Tap toya if he wins at UFC 326, expressing hope for a decisive victory that would set up a significant moment in his career.

• He reflects on past opportunities, noting that while he wanted to fight for the title at 145, circumstances prevented it. He emphasizes that if they can arrange the fight, it would be monumental.

Upcoming UFC Events and Fight Announcements

• The UFC is actively announcing fights for its first quarter schedule, including Kevin Vos headlining against Josh EMTT on March 14th. Vos had an impressive rookie year in 2025.

• Both fighters are currently ranked closely (Vos at #13 and EMTT at #12), making this matchup crucial for their careers.

Notable Fight Updates

• Welterweights Ramse Brahimage and Punahle Sorriano are set to face off on February 21st in Houston. Brahimage aims to extend his winning streak after submitting Austin Vanderford.

• Middleweights Azamat Beakov and Trey Shawn Gore will compete on April 4th; both fighters are looking to recover from recent losses.

Additional Matchups Scheduled

• Lightweights Marwan Rahiki and Harry Hardwick will meet on March 14th; Rahiki is making his UFC debut after an undefeated run in previous competitions.

• Bantamweights Reinia Nakamura and Luan Lassera are also scheduled for the March event, with Nakamura coming off a stoppage victory.

Health Concerns Regarding Hamza Chimay

• Following rumors about Hamza Chimay being involved in a serious car accident, MMA Junkie's Mike Bond reports that multiple sources confirm he is safe at home.

Interim Title Discussion: Nunez vs. Dumont

• With Kayla Harrison out of her fight against Amanda Nunez due to injury, Norma Dumont's coach advocates for an interim title bout between Dumont and Nunez.

• Dumont is currently riding a six-fight win streak and ranks third in bantamweight; her coach argues it's essential not to freeze the division due to injuries affecting other fighters.

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UFC Fighter Pay and Proposed Changes

Nunez's Future Plans

• Discussion on whether Amanda Nunez will wait for Kayla Harrison to return before fighting again, considering her recent comments about wanting a full camp to prepare.

• Speculation on the implications of Nunez's potential decisions regarding her fight schedule in relation to competition.

Joe Rogan's Critique of UFC Business Model

• Joe Rogan expresses his belief that if he were in charge of the UFC, he would significantly alter the business model by increasing fighter pay.

• Rogan suggests eliminating the cage from fights, proposing that fighters should compete on a basketball court with mats instead. He argues this would create a more realistic fighting environment.

Fight Structure Proposal

• Rogan advocates for starting each round in the same position as the previous round, arguing it reflects a single continuous fight rather than multiple separate bouts.

• He emphasizes that using a cage allows fighters to leverage it for getting back up, which he believes detracts from the authenticity of grappling exchanges.

Concerns About Fight Dynamics

• The potential downside of Rogan’s proposed changes is discussed; starting fights on the ground could lead to prolonged control time for dominant grapplers, making matches less exciting.

• The conversation concludes with an invitation for viewers to share their thoughts on how these changes might impact UFC dynamics and fighter engagement.