The heavyweight prospect has inked a multi-match deal with Real American Freestyle, according to Yahoo! Sports. The organization announced that Steveson’s debut will come at RAF 9 in Dallas on May 30.

Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

Two massive former UFC stars are making their Netflix MMA debuts during the historic Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano fight in May. Netflix is diving into the MMA world after putting together several high-profile boxing events in recent years.

Gable Steveson is returning to the mats. The 2020 Olympic gold medalist, who also captured a pair of NCAA titles for the University of Minnesota, recently signed a deal to compete for Real American Freestyle (RAF).

Former UFC heavyweight champion Junior Dos Santos will return to MMA for the first time since 2022 when he fights on the inaugural MVP card.

Much like the bus that couldn't slow down, the Professional Fighters League is up to full speed with its 2026 event schedule. Taking to the Steel City for its first stateside event this year, PFL Pittsburgh will likely decide the next challenger for its middleweight throne.

Legendary MMA coach Jeffrey “Duke” Roufus died from heart disease, the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner has ruled. The former kickboxer — who trained multiple world champions, including Anthony Pettis and Ben Askren — passed away in Milwaukee on Oct.

While that headliner didn't produce movement, the middleweight main event at PFL Madrid between Costello van Steenis and Fabian Edwards was the source of a change. Van Steenis knocked out Edwards in the third round to defend the middleweight title,