Nassourdine Imavov

UFC will stage its next event in Paris at Accor Arena on 5 September, underlining France’s rapid rise as a core European market for mixed martial arts. The fight card is still to be confirmed, but French stars are expected to feature prominently.

Khamzat Chimaev has shed light on his surprising post-fight reconciliation with Sean Strickland, following his first career MMA loss at UFC 328, attributing the gesture to Strickland's apology.