UFC 330 in Philadelphia & Title Fights Set — April 2026 UFC News

UFCTuesday, April 14, 2026

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  • UFC 330 is confirmed for August 15, 2026, at Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena, marking the first UFC championship bout in Philadelphia in 15 years. The event, announced by Governor Shapiro and Dana White, represents a major return to a key American city, expected to feature a significant title fight headlining the card.[Google News UFC][Google News UFC]
  • UFC 328's main card has been finalized with two title fights featured in a new co-main event, underscoring a highly competitive fight night with championship stakes. This lineup strengthens the UFC's schedule by stacking multiple title bouts on one card.[Google News UFC]
  • During UFC 327 in Miami on April 11, 2026, Carlos Ulberg claimed the vacant light heavyweight championship, which substantially reshaped UFC rankings including heavyweight and pound-for-pound listings. This victory elevated Ulberg near the MMA pound-for-pound top 10.[Yahoo Sports MMA][Google News UFC]
  • Islam Makhachev has set UFC records with a combined pound-for-pound reign lasting 748 days, surpassing Demetrious Johnson, and holding the second longest single reign at 602 days behind only Jon Jones. This achievement highlights Makhachev’s dominance in UFC history.[Reddit MMA Subreddit]
  • Gilbert Burns is set to fight Mike Malott at UFC Winnipeg in Canada amid a challenging four-fight losing streak. The bout offers a critical opportunity for Burns to regain momentum at the Canada Life Centre, spotlighting an important comeback fight.[Yahoo Sports MMA]
  • Plans have been revealed to build a 4,500-seat arena specifically for a UFC fight at the White House, as announced by former President Donald Trump. Dana White emphasized the event will be apolitical and inclusive, though fight card details and a date have not yet been disclosed.[Google News UFC][Google News UFC]
  • UFC Perth is scheduled for May 2, 2026, at RAC Arena, headlined by Jack Della Maddalena, a former UFC Welterweight champion, against number 5-ranked Carlos Prates. This fight is pivotal for Prates' aspirations to secure a UFC title shot.[Yahoo Sports MMA]

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