Diego Lopes says UFC’s reenforced stance against champ-vs.-champ fights led to Ilia Topuria vacating the featherweight title.

With UFC 145-pound champion Ilia Topuria relinquishing his title, Lopes (26-6 MMA, 5-1 UFC) will take on former champ ...

A look at the opening betting odds for the upcoming UFC 314 main event - Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes for the vacant ...

With Ilia Topuria leaving the featherweight division, Lopes now has a prime opportunity to claim the vacant title at UFC 314.

Michael Chandler returns against Paddy Pimblett and Bellator legend Patricio Pitbull makes his UFC debut against Yair ...

Alexander Volkanovski can become UFC featherweight champion again without avenging his loss to Ilia Topuria. UFC CEO Dana ...

Ready to return to the top of the featherweight division, a confident Alexander Volkanovski has sent an early warning to ...

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The UFC is implementing a new policy requiring champions to relinquish titles in one weight class before moving to another.

Diego Lopes reveals surprising instructions from the UFC given to all champions, shedding light on unexpected guidelines.

Diego Lopes will compete for a UFC title within two years of making his promotional debut, a phenomenal achievement.

UFC President Dana White announced major title fights for UFC 314 and UFC 315, including Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego ...