UFC news
On The Up: Kiwi duo get shot at UFC contracts
Road To UFC is a bracket-style tournament in which athletes compete for a contract.
Kiwi Kara-France confirmed for UFC title shot
Kara-France has spent most of 2025 preparing for his shot. In late June, he'll get it.
‘It’ll be a banger’: Kiwi Stirling set for step up as next UFC bout booked
'I'm just looking forward to finally fighting someone really, really decent.'
‘Not expecting to be champ again’: Adesanya’s UFC shift and what comes next
'If what I’ve done in this game doesn’t make me happy already, then what will?'
Hooker withdraws from UFC 313 fight
Dan Hooker has been forced to withdraw from the highly anticipated UFC 313 bout.
Israel Adesanya earns spot in UFC Hall of Fame
An iconic moment in Adesanya's career has earned him his spot in the Hall of Fame.
Sports news
‘Something quite unique’: Why UFC newcomer brought camp to NZ ahead of debut
'They know how to make a champion. That comes from the culture to begin with.'
Stirling makes successful UFC debut
New Zealand's newest UFC athlete looked comfortable in his debut win.
Adesanya’s UFC return confirmed for February in Saudi Arabia
It will be the first time in almost six years Adesanya has fought in a non-title bout.
More UFC news
‘Think about things’: Adesanya addresses future after knockout loss
'I was going to do that anyway but now I’m forced to – shout-out to Nassourdine for that.'
‘He got caught’: Adesanya knocked out in UFC return
Adesanya started strong before falling to his third loss in a row.
Editorial: UFC fighter’s support for Hitler deserves more than condemnation
OPINION: UFC boss should have taken meaningful action against pro-Hitler fighter.
‘Beyond disgusted’: Dana White slams UFC fighter over pro-Hitler comments
White didn't hold back, but the fighter is not expected to be punished by the promotion.
Why Adesanya went back to ‘time that existed before’ in UFC return
It's just the fourth time in 18 UFC bouts that Adesanya hasn't been on a pay-per-view.
What Dan Hooker wants to prove in highlight reel UFC match-up
'That’s the question people ask ... does he have that championship calibre skill level?'
Dan Hooker on his co-main UFC 313 bout
Dan Hooker speaks to the Herald ahead of his bout against Justin Gaethje on March 9. Video / Michael Craig
‘I’m attaining my peace': Adesanya reveals renewed UFC outlook
'I’m going to have fun – more than I have in a long time.'
Israel Adesanya on headlining UFC Fight Night Saudi Arabia
Israel Adesanya speaks to the Herald ahead of his bout against Nassourdine Imavov in Riyadh on February 2. Video / Michael Craig
'Keeps things fun': Why Whittaker is training with long-time rival Adesanya
'There is no way I thought we'd be here breaking bread, but here we are.'
Adesanya’s UFC return confirmed for February in Saudi Arabia
It will be the first time in almost six years Adesanya has fought in a non-title bout.
London calling: Why UFC's return Downunder didn't fit Ulberg's timeline
'He’s a legend in the game, so in his territory is the one to go for.'
The conversation that laid plans for NZ's newest UFC athlete
After thoughts of taking his career abroad were scrapped, Navajo Stirling took a new path.
