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When a major fight promotion cancels events, it doesn’t just affect the venue and ticket holders—it leaves fighters in limbo, training camps unfinished, and careers momentarily paused.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Holly Holm Returns to the Cage—What We Know About Her Opponent

It's been nearly a year since we last saw Holly Holm, one of the most recognizable names in women's MMA, make the walk to the cage. Her most recent appearance ended in defeat, but in true fighter fashion, she's far from done.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 27

UFC’s newest rival debuts with Holly Holm and three former champions

Watch out, UFC. The latest promotion in the MMA world, GFL, isn't playing around with their inaugural event. GFL has been criticized for signing fighters in the twilight of their careers, but their debut event on May 24 has still piqued fan interest.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 27

Ronda Rousey had explicit one-word reaction after Dana White offered her millions to fight Holly Holm

Ronda Rousey wasn’t enthralled after accepting a multi-million-dollar offer to fight Holly Holm. In August 2015, ‘Rowdy’ stretched her perfect MMA record to 12-0 to defend the UFC bantamweight title.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 17

UFC legend Holly Holm offered world title boxing comeback by multiple-weight champion

Multiple-weight world champion Mikaela Mayer has offered to put her world title on the line for Holly Holm to make a return to the ring. Holm is already a Hall of Fame boxing champion, but retired years ago to pursue a career in the UFC.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 5

Miesha Tate rallied to choke Holly Holm unconscious and win the bantamweight title

UFC 196 featured one of the biggest fights in MMA history but the classic co-main event is often overlooked for this reason. On this day (March 5) in 2016, Nate Diaz shocked the world by submitting Conor McGregor in one of the single most significant wins to have ever taken place inside the Octagon.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 16

Holly Holm explains why she left the UFC: 'I'm not done'

Former UFC women's bantamweight champion Holly Holm requested to be released by the fight promotion to pursue other opportunities, and the organization granted Holm her request. Holm explained her decision to leave the UFC during an appearance on the Ariel Helwani Show.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 14

BKFC Expresses Interest in Ex-UFC Champ Holly Holm: ‘She Is Still Very Capable'

BKFC President David Feldman is interested in MMA's newest free agent, former UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion Holly Holm. Holm's had a Hall of Fame-worthy career in both the boxing ring and the UFC Octagon, where she spent the last 10 years fighting.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / January 14

Former UFC champ Holly Holm granted her release and is now a free agent

Former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm (15-7, 1 NC) is now a free agent. Ariel Helwani broke the news last night that “The Preacher’s Daughter” asked for her release from the promotion and was granted that release.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 14

Ex-Champ & Ronda Rousey Slayer Holly Holm Exits UFC, Open to Boxing Return

Holly Holm, a striking legend in women's combat sports has fought her final fight in the UFC. The former UFC and boxing champion's future was foggy following her fight against Kayla Harrison at UFC 300 last April, the ultimate opportunity to return to the title picture at 42.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 14

Holly Holm leaves UFC after requesting release

Former UFC woman's bantamweight champion Holly Holm is no longer with the fight promotion. Holm requested a release from the organization and was granted her request.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 2

UFC 307 Betting Preview: Alex Pereira Will Dispense Another Beatdown

It’s no offense to Khalil Rountree Jr., who seems like a nice man, but he shouldn’t be fighting for the light heavyweight crown this weekend at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 6

UFC Fight Night preview: Rematch between top 10 heavyweights will highlight Apex card

There is a simple formula for standing out in the UFC’s heavyweight division right now. Don’t be boring. If you can finish fights, there are real opportunities to climb the ladder quickly.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 17, 2024

Is It Time for Holly Holm to Retire?

Sometimes, things don’t go as intended. Such is the case for Holly Holm, whose loss against Kayla Harrison proved a harsh reality true. The “Preacher’s Daughter” submitted in the second round, leaving fans to wonder if she’s done as a fighter.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 15, 2024

Holly Holm Excuse For UFC 300 Loss Shows She Needs To Call It A Career

The career of former UFC champion Holly Holm could be coming to an end. Holm suffered a one-sided submission loss to Kayla Harrison this past weekend at UFC 300.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / April 14, 2024

Kayla Harrison makes emphatic debut with submission of Holly Holm

The two-time Olympic gold medalist emerged on the scene with title aspirations

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 13, 2024

UFC 300 Recap: Kayla Harrison demolishes Holly Holm and submits her in the second

On the prelims of UFC 300, we saw the highly anticipated octagon debut of a former Olympic Gold Medalist and PFL champion. Kayla Harrison (16-1) made her octagon debut tonight and facing her was former bantamweight champion Holly Holm (15-6, 1 NC).

MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 11, 2024

Holly Holm: Ronda Rousey Can’t Admit ‘I Was The Just The Better Fighter’ At UFC 193

It has been almost 10 years since Holly Holm laid out Ronda Rousey and stunned the MMA world at UFC 193. Now, as she prepares to welcome Kayla Harrison to the Octagon Saturday at UFC 300, the former champion is answering questions about that night.