Mark Smith ACL Tear: UFC Referee Finishes Fight, Gets Carried Out
Mark Smith tore his ACL during UFC 324 while refereeing Gautier vs Pulyaev. The 52-year-old veteran finished all 15 minutes on a blown knee, then was carried out of T-Mobile Arena. Dana White compared it to Bruce Buffer’s 2011 injury—the only other non-fighter ACL tear he’s witnessed in UFC history.
UFC 324 Preview: Why Paddy Pimblett Will End Justin Gaethje’s Career This Saturday
When Trevor Whitman says this is Justin Gaethje’s “last ride,” you know the stakes are real. At 37 years old, the former BMF champion faces the hungry 31-year-old Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324—and all three Ringside Report analysts are picking against him. Dave Simon sees a TKO finish reminiscent of the Chandler destruction. Fred Garcia likes a decision grind. AJ D’Alesio predicts another submission loss for Gaethje, adding to his Khabib and Oliveira defeats. Meanwhile, Sean O’Malley’s concerning embedded performance has Dave staying away from Sugar entirely. We break down every main card fight, deliver three different parlays, and discuss why Canadians are getting screwed with $100 pay-per-views while Americans pay $9 a month for Paramount+
UFC 2026 Predictions: O’Malley, Usman, and Unwanted Matchups
Dave Simon delivered his most controversial UFC 2026 predictions on Ringside Report MMA: the Paramount era will bring fights nobody wants. Sean O’Malley gets another undeserved title shot after one win over Song Yadong. Islam Makachev’s welterweight debut will be against Kamaru Usman instead of legitimate contenders like Shavkat Rakhmonov. Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje fight for an interim lightweight title that means nothing. Dave, AJ D’Alesio, and Fred Garcia explained why the UFC’s subscription model will prioritize star power over merit, making 2026 “the year the UFC gives us a bunch of fights no one asked for.” Plus Merab Dvalishvili’s fighter-of-the-year debate after his UFC 323 loss, Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape predictions, and the six-week UFC drought before the Paramount deal begins.
UFC 324 Interim Title: Gaethje vs Pimblett Headlines Paramount Debut
The UFC 324 interim lightweight title fight just got announced, and it’s a fascinating matchup that raises serious questions about the state of the 155-pound division. Justin Gaethje takes on Paddy Pimblett for interim gold on January 24 in Vegas – the first pay-per-view under the new Paramount deal. Ilia Topuria dropped a statement saying he’s stepping away from fighting to deal with personal family matters, including a divorce and custody issues. Max Holloway reached out with support. Meanwhile, Arman Tsarukyan just dominated Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar, but isn’t in the title picture. The card features six current and former champions, including Kayla Harrison vs Amanda Nunes in what Dana White calls ‘the biggest women’s fight ever.’ Full analysis of the lightweight chaos, the stacked UFC 324 card, and why we’re begging the UFC not to give Kamaru Usman a title shot.
Will Netflix Become UFC’s New Home? UFC Kansas City Card Preview
UFC Kansas City headlines with Ian Machado Garry vs. Carlos Prates as Ringside Report MMA breaks down fight predictions, UFC’s broadcast future, and the search for MMA’s next star.
The Baddy Arrives! Pimblett TKOs Chandler, Volk Regains Title at UFC 314
Relive UFC 314! Alexander Volkanovski reclaims the featherweight title in a tough battle with Diego Lopes. Paddy Pimblett dominates Michael Chandler for a huge TKO win. Get the full fight breakdowns and reactions from Ringside Report Network and Bleacher Report commentary!
UFC 314 Full Card Breakdown & Predictions – Lopes vs Volkanovski, Chandler vs Pimblett & More!
Ringside Report MMA breaks down UFC 314! Get predictions for Volkanovski vs. Lopes title fight, Chandler vs. Pimblett, Rodriguez vs. Pitbull debut, and more. Hear hosts Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, & AJ D’Alesio’s analysis and parlays for the stacked Miami card this Saturday!
Bilal Muhammad dominates Leon Edwards in Entertaining UFC 304
UFC 304 delivered an unforgettable night of action in Manchester, with Belal Muhammad’s stunning victory over Leon Edwards and Tom Aspinall’s lightning-fast TKO of Curtis Blaydes. Our hosts, Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D’Alesio, were there to break down every thrilling moment. Catch all the insights, reactions, and in-depth analysis from the Ringside Report crew. Don’t miss the full replay of our live watch-along for all the excitement and expert commentary!
UFC 304 Predictions
Get ready for UFC 304 with expert predictions from Ringside Report MMA’s Dave Simon. Discover his picks for Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad, Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes, and more. Join the live watch-along on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, or Kick this Saturday at 10 PM Eastern for real-time analysis and fan interaction. Don’t miss out!
UFC 296 Commentary and Results of Another Parlay Win From Ringside Report MMA
Expert Insights and Fan Perspectives: Dissecting UFC 296’s Thrilling Showdowns Introduction: The spectacle of UFC 296 was brought to life through the dynamic commentary of Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D’Alesio. Combined with interactive fan feedback, their analysis painted a vivid picture of the night’s key matchups, particularly the co-main event featuring Alexandre Pantoja […]