UFC 2025 Year in Review: Fighter of the Year Debate, Alex Pereira’s Redemption, and 2026’s Troubling Start
The UFC 2025 year in review proved one thing: this sport has never been deeper. Alex Pereira lost to Ankalaev, looked finished at 38, then knocked him out cold in 80 seconds to reclaim the light heavyweight throne. Islam Makhachev went to welterweight and dominated Jack Della Maddalena for his second belt. Joshua Van went 4-0 and captured flyweight gold at just 24. Valentina Shevchenko continues crushing opponents at 37. Dave Simon, AJ D’Alesio, and Fred Garcia break down who truly deserves Fighter of the Year honors—and why the early 2026 schedule filled with BMF title fights and interim belts already has fans concerned.
UFC 323: Merab’s Historic Fourth Title Defense Against Undefeated Umar
UFC 323 goes down tomorrow night with Merab Dvalishvili attempting something no UFC champion has ever done – defending his title four times in a single calendar year. The Georgian champion faces former champion Petr Yan in a highly anticipated rematch at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, marking the UFC’s last pay-per-view event before the new Paramount+ deal takes effect in 2026.
The co-main event features Alexandre Pantoja defending his flyweight championship against 24-year-old rising star Joshua Van. Plus Brandon Moreno vs Tatsuro Taira, Henry Cejudo’s potential retirement fight, and Jan Błachowicz vs Bogdan “The Goose” Guskov.
Ringside Report MMA hosts Dave Simon and AJ D’Alesio provide expert predictions including Dave’s three-fight parlay: Merab, Payton Talbott, and “The Goose” Guskov.
Islam Makhachev: Best Fighter EVER? UFC 322 Analysis | 50-45 Domination | Dana White Bans Dillon Danis Forever
Islam Makhachev silenced doubters with a masterclass 50-45 shutout over Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322, becoming the new welterweight champion and tying Anderson Silva’s 16-fight UFC winning streak. The Ringside Report MMA crew’s bold JDM upset prediction went down in flames as the Dagestani superstar dominated every round. The night also featured Dillon Danis’ lifetime UFC ban after a cageside brawl, Carlos Prates’ shocking knockout of Leon Edwards, and Michael Morales’ stunning first-round finish of Sean Brady.
UFC 322 Predictions: Why Jack Della Maddalena UPSETS Islam Makhachev at MSG
Dave Simon makes a bold call: Jack Della Maddalena upsets Islam Makhachev at UFC 322. The Ringside Report crew breaks down why the Dagestani aura is fading, picks Zhang Weili over Valentina Shevchenko, and delivers betting analysis for every main card fight at Madison Square Garden. Join us live Saturday at 10 PM ET.
Is MERAB the Fighter of 2025?! UFC Vancouver Predictions + Pereira’s Next Fight Revealed | Betting Picks
Dave Simon, AJ D’Alesio, and Fred Garcia broke down this weekend’s UFC Vancouver Fight Night, but not before addressing some major MMA news from the past few weeks—including Alex Pereira’s stunning knockout of Magomed Ankalaev and the continued dominance of bantamweight king Merab Dvalishvili. The Ringside Report MMA trio delivered their predictions and betting picks […]
UFC 318 Analysis: Holloway-Poirier 3 Picks, McGregor’s White House Dream & “Conor Schlongs” Controversy!
Dave Simon and AJ D’Alesio preview UFC 318’s emotional main event between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier while discussing Conor McGregor’s wild week and sharing their best betting picks for the Louisiana card.
UFC Atlanta Picks: Hosts Split on Usman vs. Buckley
Get the full breakdown of the UFC Atlanta main event as former champ Kamaru Usman faces the explosive Joaquin Buckley. The Ringside Report MMA hosts are split on their predictions! Plus, they dissect the latest drama between Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall, and Dana White. Is the heavyweight division permanently stalled? The hosts debate fighter legacies, when to retire, and deliver their must-have parlay picks for this weekend’s fights. It’s a can’t-miss episode for any true combat sports fan.
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!
UFC Books O’Malley vs Merab 2 Rematch, But Can They Build Stars Like Wrestling Does?
Ringside Report MMA reacts to O’Malley vs Merab 2 being booked for UFC 316. Hosts discuss the PFL season opener featuring Fred Dupras, analyze the UFC’s lack of big fights, potential Netflix deal, and preview UFC Vegas: Emmett vs Murphy with predictions. Is Conor McGregor done for good?
Boring UFC Under TKO: More Brand, Less Bang?
The Ringside Report MMA crew discusses Sean Brady’s UFC London win, the concerning lack of stars and fighter activity under the TKO umbrella, Joe Rogan’s comments on Canada, and Ilia Topuria’s puzzling situation. Plus, predictions for UFC Fight Night Mexico: Moreno vs Erceg. Is the UFC losing its edge?