In 2025, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) produced 42 events, creating a blitz of memorable finishes and overshadowed spectacles. Alongside this high-octane schedule, other promotions like PFL, Dirty Boxing, and BKFC kept combat sports fans on their toes, culminating in a year marked by remarkable matches and potential retirements.

Jake Paul’s upcoming clash with Anthony Joshua has sparked intense debate in the boxing and MMA communities. Yet UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall supports the fight, calling it a benefit for everyone involved in combat sports.

Nate Diaz, the celebrated UFC veteran, has made it clear he wants no part of bare-knuckle fighting. After concluding a long-running UFC career, Diaz explored new fighting avenues yet refused to sign with BKFC — for reasons the organization’s boss describes as “refreshingly honest.”