Veteran fighter Melvin “The Young Assassin” Guillard, once one of the UFC’s most exciting lightweights, has finally decided to retire after a dramatic win at Ragin FC in Louisiana.
- Guillard, now 42 years old, snapped an 11-year winless streak by delivering a thunderous 27-second knockout of Terry Wiggins.
- For fans, this was a throwback to the explosive Guillard of the early 2000s, known for his blistering hand speed and highlight-reel finishes.
- His career spanned more than 200 combined fights across MMA, bare-knuckle boxing, and other combat sports, making him one of the most experienced fighters in the modern era.
- After his emotional victory, Guillard announced that it was the perfect time to hang up the gloves, leaving on a high after years of setbacks.
This retirement marks the end of a turbulent yet memorable career—one filled with both spectacular knockouts and hard-fought battles.
👊 Ronda Rousey Teases a Possible Return to MMA
Former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey has sparked excitement in the MMA world by posting clips of herself training again.
- Rousey has been largely inactive since her 2016 UFC exit, moving on to WWE and family life.
- In 2025, after giving birth to her second child earlier this year, she began slowly returning to MMA training.
- She recently admitted she is “finding my love for it again,” which has set the MMA community buzzing about a possible comeback.
- While nothing is officially booked, fans and analysts are debating whether she could make one final run—potentially in a high-profile UFC or PFL matchup.
If Rousey does return, it would be one of the biggest comeback stories in MMA history.
🍀 Conor McGregor Plans White House UFC Return in 2026
Love him or hate him, Conor McGregor continues to make headlines.
- McGregor is expected to headline a marquee “UFC White House” event in Washington, D.C., in summer 2026, which is already being hyped as one of the UFC’s biggest shows ever.
- His opponent is slated to be Michael Chandler, in a fight that has been teased for over a year.
- Beyond UFC, McGregor is also considering competing in BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship), where he is a part-owner. He recently hinted that if he wins in UFC, a transition to bare-knuckle “is a no-brainer.”
This sets up a huge year ahead for McGregor, with both the UFC and BKFC potentially shaping his fighting future.
🩺 Fight Change Drama – Charles Oliveira Left Without Opponent
The build-up to UFC Rio (October 11, 2025) took a big hit when Rafael Fiziev withdrew from his scheduled main-event fight against Charles Oliveira due to injury.
- Fiziev’s withdrawal leaves Oliveira—one of the UFC’s most decorated lightweights—without an opponent just weeks before the event.
- The UFC is scrambling to find a replacement. Mateusz Gamrot has publicly volunteered, saying he’s ready to step in on short notice.
- Fans are eager to see who will get the call, as Oliveira remains a major draw in Brazil, and UFC will want to preserve his headline slot.
This uncertainty adds drama but also opportunity for hungry contenders looking for a big stage.
🌍 PFL MENA 3 Set for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) continues to expand globally, with the PFL MENA 3 event scheduled for September 27, 2025, in Riyadh.
- The card will feature semifinals across multiple divisions—welterweight, lightweight, featherweight, and bantamweight.
- The winners will advance to the finals of the inaugural PFL MENA season, which has been well received in the Middle East and North Africa region.
- PFL’s expansion is being seen as a direct challenge to UFC’s dominance, especially in regions with strong MMA fan bases.
Saudi Arabia is becoming a combat sports hub, hosting boxing super fights and now major MMA cards, giving fighters from the region a global stage.
🏁 Summary
- Melvin Guillard retires after ending an 11-year drought with a knockout win.
- Ronda Rousey is training again, sparking speculation of a comeback.
- Conor McGregor is lined up for a 2026 UFC White House return against Michael Chandler.
- Charles Oliveira’s UFC Rio main event is in jeopardy after Fiziev’s withdrawal.
- PFL MENA 3 will bring major MMA action to Saudi Arabia this week.
