In a fiercely contested showdown at UFC Fight Night 240, Brendan Allen emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Chris Curtis at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Despite facing formidable opposition, Allen clinched the win via split decision (47-48, 48-47, 49-46) in a momentum-shifting affair that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The bout unfolded as a closely contested exchange, with both fighters showcasing their skills in the kickboxing range. While Allen managed to find success with his grappling and submission attempts, he struggled to land significant strikes against his resilient opponent.

Curtis, known for his relentless resilience, consistently bounced back from exchanges, delivering powerful shots that kept Allen on his toes. Despite enduring several precarious moments, Allen demonstrated remarkable resilience, weathering Curtis's onslaught and displaying unwavering determination throughout the fight.

As the bout entered its final moments, both fighters showed signs of exhaustion, with Curtis appearing to suffer a right leg injury in the closing seconds. Following the official decision, Curtis was stretchered away from the cage, adding a dramatic twist to an already intense encounter.

UFC Vegas 90 experienced a significant shakeup ahead of Saturday's anticipated event at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. What was slated to be a stacked fight card featuring 13 thrilling matchups was abruptly reduced to 12 bouts following a tumultuous official weigh-in on Friday.

The unfortunate turn of events unfolded when women's strawweight contender Cynthia Calvillo failed to make weight for her scheduled bout against Piera Rodríguez. Calvillo tipped the scales three pounds over the limit, registering at 119 pounds, ultimately leading to the cancellation of the highly anticipated matchup.

This isn't the first instance of Calvillo encountering weight-related issues in her UFC career. With two prior instances of missing weight, Calvillo's struggle to meet the required limit raises concerns about her future in the division. Adding to the controversy, Calvillo's past indiscretions include a positive test for marijuana metabolites following her UFC 219 defeat to former champion Carla Esparza.

While Rodríguez successfully made weight at 116 pounds, Calvillo's failure to meet the stipulated requirements cast a shadow over the event. However, Calvillo wasn't the only fighter to face weight-related challenges on Saturday.

Emerging middleweights Brendan Allen and Paul Craig are set to clash in the main event at the UFC Apex Facility in Las Vegas. Allen, riding a five-fight winning streak, steps into his first headlining appearance after an impressive debut on Dana White's Contender Series in 2019. However, facing Paul Craig, known for being a tricky opponent with notable wins at light heavyweight, won't be an easy task. Despite Craig not currently being on a winning streak, his victories over fighters like Jamahal Hill and Nikita Krylov showcase his skill set. With Craig now competing in the middleweight division, this promises to be an exciting matchup at 185, potentially leading to significant opportunities for the winner. Check out the full card and odds for the featured bouts.

Chael Sonnen swiftly fires back at Jorge Masvidal's recent insults. After Masvidal sided with Ariel Helwani in the recent feud with Sonnen, referring to Sonnen as "a b****" and more, Sonnen didn't let the remarks go unnoticed. Responding on social media, Sonnen didn't hold back, taking jabs at Masvidal's recent UFC losses and his resolved assault case with Colby Covington. Sonnen even claimed that Masvidal sought career advice from him in the past, adding a touch of sarcasm by suggesting they focus on more plausible matters. Chael responded with "Does he think he's talking to someone else?"

In a highly anticipated prelude to UFC 299, the newly-crowned UFC bantamweight champion, Sean O'Malley, and the tenacious contender, Marlon Vera, engaged in their inaugural staredown in the vibrant backdrop of New York City.

Khamzat Chimaev's Open Challenge for Big Paydays

Following Paulo Costa's late-notice withdrawal, former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman steps up to face Khamzat Chimaev in a middleweight clash at UFC 294, creating an exciting matchup under unforeseen circumstances. Chimaev believes the roster sees him as a lucrative opponent and understands why Usman would take the risk.

During the UFC 294 media day, Chimaev addressed the possibility of facing Usman in the future. He explained that he would move down to welterweight if Usman held the belt. Still, as Usman lost his chance to reclaim the title from Leon Edwards, Chimaev didn't want to cut weight unnecessarily. He emphasized that Usman is here for the money, but he's also eager to win, as fighters always are.

Craig Jones says Alexander Volkanovski will end a martial art vs. Islam Makhachev: 'Sambo is a myth. It doesn't exist'

Craig Jones thinks Alexander Volkanovski puts an end to Sambo at UFC 294.

Volkanovski (26-2 MMA, 13-1 UFC) will step in on less than two weeks’ notice to rematch lightweight champion Islam Makhachev (24-1 MMA, 13-1 UFC) next Saturday, Oct. 21 in Abu Dhabi.

Jones, a multiple-time IBJJF world championship medalist and 2019 ADCC runner up, isn’t sold on Sambo as a martial art, and hopes Volkanovski proves how ineffective it is by beating Makhachev.

After suffering a unanimous decision loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 293 and pleading guilty to drunk driving in the aftermath of the defeat, Israel Adesanya has decided to take an extended break from fighting. Adesanya acknowledged Strickland's superiority on the night of the fight and credited his opponent's performance. He expressed a need to focus on self-care and well-being.

Adesanya made it clear that he's not retiring, as he believes there's more to achieve in his career. However, he emphasized that he won't be returning to the octagon anytime soon. Despite recent setbacks, he's confident in his abilities and is determined to make necessary lifestyle changes to prepare for his next fight.

Having faced a challenging schedule with four fights in the last 18 months, Adesanya wants to prioritize his health and recovery. When he eventually returns to the octagon, he sends a fiery warning to the division, promising to be a force to reckon with.