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McCann retires as British MMA icon
Molly McCann says she "knocked on the door and opened it" after retiring from MMA following defeat by Alexia Thainara at UFC London.BBC News - 2d -
The UFC stars Britain needs most after deflating Leon Edwards and Molly McCann scenes
UFC London saw McCann retire and Edwards drift further from a title shot, so which fighters represent the future of British MMA?Yahoo Sports - 7h -
UFC Fight Night 255 video: Molly McCann retires from MMA after Alexia Thainara's quick win
Alexia Thainara shined in her short notice octagon debut Saturday with a one-sided finish over Molly McCann at UFC Fight Night 255. After accepting the strawweight fight on eight days' notice, ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trailblazer Molly McCann retires after UFC London defeat: ‘I came, I saw, I didn’t conquer’
McCann announced she was hanging up her gloves after being submitted in the first round by Alexia Thainara but departs as probably Britain’s greatest-ever female MMA fighterYahoo Sports - 2d -
UFC London: Molly McCann announces retirement after 11-year MMA career as Paddy Pimblett fights back tears
"Meatball" is calling it a career.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Paddy Pimblett emotional over Molly McCann's retirement at UFC London: 'Her legacy will live on forever'
Molly McCann decided to hang up the gloves, and her friend and teammate Paddy Pimblett admits that it was a tough moment to process. McCann announced her retirement Saturday at UFC Fight Night 255 ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Alexia Thainara reacts to submitting Molly McCann in retirement bout at UFC London: 'This is my time'
LONDON – Alexia Thainara thinks her UFC debut signaled a changing of the guard in the women's strawweight division. Thainara (12-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) took a short-notice fight Saturday at UFC Fight ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Molly McCann gets new UFC Fight Night 255 opponent for London
Molly McCann will be going up against a Brazilian strawweight at UFC Fight Night 255, but it won't be Istela Nunes. With Nunes out, in steps Alexia Thainara, a Dana White's Contender Series signee ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
2025 MMA retirement tracker: A list of those who hung up the gloves
(This story was updated to add new information.) MMA is a constantly evolving sport with a revolving door oYahoo Sports - 3d -
Molly McCann plans to show off 'more educated' version of herself at UFC Fight Night 255
LONDON – Molly McCann has shifted her mindset ahead of UFC Fight Night 255. McCann (14-7 MMA, 7-6 UFC) will look to rebound against newcomer Alexia Thainara (11-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC) on Saturday's main ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Molly McCann vs. Alexia Thainara prediction, pick, start time for UFC Fight Night 255
Molly McCann and Alexia Thainara meet Saturday on the main card of UFC Fight Night 255 at The O2 in London. Check out this quick breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom. Last ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Ex-UFC champ Demetrious Johnson sticking to retirement despite getting multiple offers
MMA retirements often times don't last. However, Demetrious Johnson is certain his is definite. The majority of retirements in combat sports, and particularly MMA, after seemingly taken with a ...Yahoo Sports - 22h -
'I'm out here hurting people': How MMA's brutal lifestyle became too much for Jalin Turner
Jalin Turner, 29, stunned the MMA world when he retired following his loss to Ignacio Bahomondes at UFC 313. So how did a promising young fighter suddenly grow to abhor violence?Yahoo Sports - 6d -
McCann's rollercoaster UFC career in pictures
The best pictures from Molly McCann's UFC career, which had as many lows as highs.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
MMA schedule and results 2025
Schedule and results for the biggest MMA fights in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Video – Legendary Inter Milan Treble Winners Enjoy Retirement: “This Duo”
Inter Milan legends Javier Zanetti and Esteban Cambiasso are enjoying life in a well-deserved retirement.Both players were part of the Nerazzurri team that won the iconic treble in 2010 under Jose ...Yahoo Sports - 20h -
McCann in fiery face-off as Edwards promises knockout
Leon Edwards promises to knock out Sean Brady as Molly McCann gets involved in a fiery face-off with Alexia Thainara before UFC London on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
MMA madness: 16 welterweights go head-to-head
Is your hoops bracket already busted? Welcome to MMA madness, where predictions -- and upsets -- abound!ESPN - 3d -
Michael Bisping sympathizes with Tom Aspinall, tells UFC champ Jon Jones to 'hurry up or retire'
Michael Bisping thinks UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones needs to make a decision about his fighting future. After finishing Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 this past November, Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
This new MMA gym in Ames is kicking down records
Myriad Mixed Martial Arts Academy, led by a former ISU wrestler, is teaching residents that in MMA, "the whole is greater than the sum of its parts."Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
UFC Fight Night 255: How to watch Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady, start time, London fight card, odds, more
The UFC is back in one of the world's most iconic cities Saturday with UFC Fight Night 255 in London. Here's how to watch UFC Fight Night 255 with a British former champion in the headlining spot, ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Watch: Tropical storm erodes iconic Australian beach
Queensland's iconic Surfers Paradise beach looks strikingly different after the storm eroded the sand.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
Brandon Graham retires: Here's what sealed his decision to walk away after 15 seasons with Eagles
Graham was fully sold on retirementCBS Sports - Mar. 18 -
Eddie Jordan - pictures in the life of a Formula 1 icon
BBC Sport looks at some of the most iconic photos of flamboyant Formula 1 team owner Eddie Jordan, who passed away on Thursday aged 76 after battling cancer.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
New Packers CB Nate Hobbs will wear iconic uniform number
New Packers CB Nate Hobbs has his new uniform number, and it's an iconic one. He'll be No. 21.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13 -
Unraveling JuJu Watkins' iconic bun: Is it indestructible? A superpower? Mom knows all
JuJu Watkins' bun holds a certain mystique. it's become iconic in women's basketball. With that comes superstitions and questions. We have answers.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Former Tottenham defender Vertonghen to retire
Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen announces he will retire from professional football at the end of the season.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Pappas considering Senate run after Shaheen announces retirement
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen announced her retirement on Wednesday.Politico - Mar. 12 -
Prince William to visit British troops in Estonia
He will learn more about how British troops are bolstering Nato's eastern flank, the palace said.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Wardley vacates British title as WBA shot beckons
Unbeaten Fabio Wardley gives up his British heavyweight belt as he looks to step up into world title contention.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Man Utd plan to build 'iconic' £2bn 100,000-capacity stadium
Manchester United announce plans to build the biggest stadium in the UK - an "iconic" new £2bn 100,000-seater ground close to Old Trafford.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
NBA may bring back iconic highlight show 'NBA Inside Stuff'
The NBA is quietly preparing to bring back its iconic show “NBA Inside Stuff.” NBC is considering bringing back a “refreshed version” of the program.NBC News - 6d -
Fortis MMA's Sayif Saud shares key to reaching 100 UFC coaching wins
Coaches are among the most unheralded people in MMA, but at UFC Fight Night 254 this past Saturday, Fortis MMA leader Sayif Saud got his flowers. After being a frequent presence in the corner of ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Mercury to retire Taurasi's No. 3 jersey in 2026
Diana Taurasi, who will have her No. 3 jersey retired by the Mercury in 2026, admits feeling "sad" over her decision to retire after 20 seasons in the WNBA.ESPN - Mar. 13 -
MMA Junkie Radio #3548: Guest Marc Montoya, UFC preview, PFL bracket analysis, more
Thursday's episode of MMA Junkie Radio with "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" is here. On Episode 3,548, the boys bring on guYahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
How Americans are spending their retirements at sea
The U.S. is seeing a surge of retirements as more than 4 million people will turn 65 this year. Some are choosing a life at sea for their golden years. CBS News' Nancy Chen has more.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Scammers Stole Their Retirement Savings. Then the Tax Bill Arrived.
The victims pulled money out of their retirement accounts. The withdrawals had inflated their taxable income, even though the funds quickly disappeared.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Former England back-row Millar-Mills retires
Former England forward Harriet Millar-Mills announces her retirement from rugby.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
Callaghan retires from Northern Ireland duty
Former Northern Ireland captain Marissa Callaghan has announces her retirement from international football.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Eagles' Graham officially retires after 15 seasons
Eagles star and fan favorite Brandon Graham officially announced his retirement Tuesday after 15 seasons in the NFL.ESPN - Mar. 18
