In Midnight Mania on December 4, 2025, Israel Adesanya expressed disinterest in transitioning to boxing, stating his career will end in the UFC. Conor McGregor released a promo video ahead of his anticipated return on June 14, while a staredown between Arman Tsarukyan and Shara Magomedov generated buzz for their upcoming grappling match. Khabib Nurmagomedov highlighted the plight of talented Russian fighters overlooked by U.S. promotions for lacking trash-talking skills. Additionally, UFC Bantamweight Cody Gibson announced plans for opening his own gym, and various knockout highlights showcased impressive performances in recent fights.
