MMA News: UFC 328, UFC 330 and Fighter Updates
Updated October 22, 2026: This May roundup includes later results where the original predictions and title references have since changed. Claims about an individual fighter’s health remain attributed claims unless confirmed by that fighter or medical records.
The original Full Mount MMA video discussed UFC 328, Dana White’s comments about CTE, and several fighter storylines.
Dillashaw’s Claims About Chimaev’s UFC 328 Weight Cut
Former UFC bantamweight champion TJ Dillashaw said Khamzat Chimaev had a severe weight cut before UFC 328 and described it as potentially life-threatening. Dillashaw attributed the difficulty to Chimaev’s nutrition team and referred to a thyroid condition. These are Dillashaw’s claims; the severity, cause and specific symptoms have not been independently confirmed in the cited reporting.
UFC’s official weigh-in results list Chimaev at 185 pounds for the title bout, and he fought Sean Strickland at UFC 328. The general safety concerns around extreme weight cuts do not verify Dillashaw’s specific account.
Dana White’s Comments on CTE and Fighter Risk
UFC CEO Dana White discussed Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and fighter risk. White argued that fighters enter the sport as adults who understand its risks. That is White’s position, not a medical finding or evidence that consent removes the health risks of repeated head trauma.
His remarks were part of a wider debate about long-term brain health in contact sports. CTE is diagnosed after death, and an individual’s acceptance of risk does not establish whether they have the disease.
Wonderboy Predicts Chimaev Over Strickland in a Rematch — And Sees Ian Garry as a Threat to Islam Makhachev
Striking specialist Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson weighed in on two major hypothetical matchups:
- He predicted Khamzat Chimaev would beat Sean Strickland in a rematch. The rematch did not happen: at UFC 328 on May 9, Strickland defeated Chimaev by split decision and regained the middleweight title.
- He also suggested that Ian Machado Garry could challenge Islam Makhachev. They later fought for the welterweight title at UFC 330 on August 15; Makhachev won by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 48-47).
Both predictions can now be compared with results: Strickland beat Chimaev at UFC 328, and Makhachev defeated Garry at UFC 330.
Former Champion Sean O’Malley Discusses Motivation Beyond Money
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley addressed critics who questioned his motivation after financial success. O’Malley said his ambition remained focused on building a legacy. He is no longer the division’s champion.
Brendan Allen Admits He Started His Beef With Edmen Shahbazyan
Middleweight contender Brendan Allen openly admitted that he initiated his social media feud with Edmen Shahbazyan. Allen framed the move as a strategic play—part gamesmanship, part entertainment, and part genuine competitive fire.
GSP Breaks Down the Superman Punch for Demetrious Johnson
MMA legend Georges St-Pierre offered a technical masterclass to Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, breaking down the mechanics of the iconic superman punch. St-Pierre’s explanation highlighted the importance of timing, disguise, and weight transfer—elements that helped make the strike one of his trademarks.
Hrishikesh Koloth, MMA Trainee, Killed in Saskatchewan Bear Attack
Hrishikesh Koloth, 27, was killed in a black bear attack on May 8, 2026, while working at a remote uranium exploration site in Saskatchewan. His brother identified him to CBC as an aspiring MMA fighter who had trained for years and hoped to compete professionally. He was not a UFC fighter.
Ilia Topuria Unleashes on Arman Tsarukyan
At the time of these comments, Ilia Topuria was UFC lightweight champion, not featherweight champion. He criticized possible matchup discussions involving Arman Tsarukyan and said he would embarrass him. Topuria later lost the lightweight title to Justin Gaethje by fourth-round corner stoppage at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.
Citation Sources
- Full Mount MMA — YouTube Channel
- UFC.com — Fighter Profiles
- Public fighter interviews and media appearances
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MMA, UFC, Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland, Dana White, CTE, Wonderboy Thompson, Ian Garry, Islam Makhachev, Sean O’Malley, Brendan Allen, Edmen Shahbazyan, Georges St-Pierre, Demetrious Johnson, Ilia Topuria, Arman Tsarukyan, Hrishikesh Koloth, Combat Sports News
