MMA News
John Allan announces UFC release following loss to Dustin Jacoby at UFC 268
Adam D Martin - November 19, 2021
Former UFC light heavyweight fighter John Allan announced himself that the UFC released him following his loss to Dustin Jacoby at UFC 268. Allan lost a unanimous decision to Jacoby on the UFC 268 undercard. Although he was able to win the third round of the fight on two of the judges’ scorecards, it was too little, too late as he lost the first two rounds and therefore dropped the decision. The loss to Jacoby dropped Allen’s overall UFC record to 0-2, 1 NC. He previously had lost a decision to Roman Dolidze and had a decision win over Mike Rodriguez overturned to a No Contest. As well, Allan lost via submission to Vinicius Moreira when he appeared on Contender Series Brazil.
Miesha Tate believes Julianna Pena has the ability to dethrone Amanda Nunes at UFC 269
Adam D Martin - November 19, 2021
Miesha Tate believes that Julianna Pena has the ability to dethrone UFC women’s bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes when they meet at UFC 269. Tate coached Pena during her winning season on The Ultimate Fighter, and in the years since then, Pena has become one of the top women’s bantamweights in the UFC. Next month at UFC 269, Pena takes on Nunes for the 135lbs title. Speaking to the media ahead of her own fight this weekend against Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 43, Tate was asked to size up Pena’s chances of defeating Nunes next month, and she thinks there is a good chance.
Francis Ngannou brings in GLORY heavyweight champion Rico Verhoeven in preparation for UFC 270
Harry Kettle - November 19, 2021
Francis Ngannou has brought in kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven to help him prepare for Ciryl Gane at UFC 270. At UFC 270, Francis Ngannou will face arguably the most technical test of his career when he goes toe to toe with Ciryl Gane. The former teammates will battle it out for the UFC heavyweight title in a contest that many believe Ngannou could really struggle with.
Chael Sonnen on a potential Khamzat Chimaev vs Gilbert Burns fight: “If you hear that anywhere, do not support it”
Harry Kettle - November 19, 2021
Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe Khamzat Chimaev vs Gilbert Burns should be the direction UFC goes in. As of this writing, the UFC appears to be favouring the idea of putting Khamzat Chimaev up against Gilbert Burns in what would serve as a huge welterweight showdown. If that transpires, it may well put Chimaev on the doorstep of a UFC welterweight title shot if he’s able to get the win.
Kayla Harrison makes motivations clear amid free agency, 'I don't fight to be rich or famous'
Drake Riggs - November 18, 2021
Kayla Harrison is in search of a fighting home. Whether old or new, she has her priorities set and isn’t willing to settle for anything less. The two-time Olympic gold medalist in Harrison most recently capped off another dominant run through the PFL’s 155-pound lightweight season to extend her record to 12-0 and claim another million-dollar title. Ultimately, it could end up being the last time we see her in the PFL cage as she currently tests free agency.
Al Iaquinta says he 'gave up' against Bobby Green, hints at retirement: 'I'm thinking that's it'
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2021
Al Iaquinta says his career is likely over. At UFC 268 in Madison Square Garden, Iaquinta made his return after a three-year layoff to face Bobby Green. It appeared to be a winnable fight, but the contest did not go his way as he lost by first-round TKO.
Henry Cejudo announces birth of daughter America Maria Cejudo
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2021
Henry Cejudo is officially a father. Cejudo announced on Instagram on Thursday night his partner, Karolina gave birth to their daughter, America. The couple announced they were having a baby earlier in the summer and the former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion announced it was a healthy baby that was born on November 18.
Miesha Tate says trilogy with Ronda Rousey is her 'dream', knows she has what it takes to beat her
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2021
Miesha Tate is hoping she can one day have a trilogy fight with Ronda Rousey. Tate and Rousey first met in March of 2012 in Strikeforce as Tate was the champ but it was Rousey winning by first-round submission. They then had a rematch after coaching a season of TUF but at UFC 168 in 2013, the result was the same as Rousey submitted Tate in the third round to defend her UFC title.
Vicente Luque interested in title eliminator fight against Leon Edwards: "It would remove any doubts"
Adam D Martin - November 18, 2021
UFC welterweight contender Vicente Luque is interested in a title eliminator fight against Leon Edwards, saying “it would remove any doubts.” Edwards is the No. 3 ranked contender in the UFC welterweight division, and Luque is the No. 4 ranked fighter. Edwards was supposed to fight Jorge Masvidal at UFC 269 next month, but that fight fell apart after Masvidal pulled out with an injury. With Masvidal out, Edwards was taken off the card. There is a chance that he could be re-booked for another fight in early 2022, but he has said that he plans on waiting for the next title shot against UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, who recently beat Colby Covington again.
Miesha Tate explains why finishing Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 43 is so important to her
Adam D Martin - November 18, 2021
UFC women’s bantamweight contender Miesha Tate explained why finishing rival Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 43 is so important to her. Tate returns to the Octagon on Saturday at UFC Vegas 43 when she takes on Vieira in a five-round headliner. For Tate, this is her second fight back since returning to the sport following a five-year layoff after starting a family. She defeated Marion Reneau in her last outing back in July via third-round TKO, and now she is looking to do the same to Vieira.
Cody Durden confident he'll 'dominate' and finish Aoriqileng, plans to send a message to the 'boring' flyweight divison
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2021
Cody Durden is finally making the walk to the Octagon again as he will face Aoriqileng at UFC Vegas 43 on Saturday. Durden tore his ACL in his last fight against Jimmy Flick which is a fight he lost by submission. Although it happened last December, he said he was able to fight a month or so ago and that is due to the work he put in, in his rehab.
Miesha Tate hopes for 135lbs title shot with impressive win over Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 43
Adam D Martin - November 18, 2021
UFC women’s bantamweight contender Miesha Tate hopes for a 135lbs title shot with an impressive win over Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 43. Tate returned from a five-year layoff this summer and defeated Marion Reneau via TKO in an incredible comeback performance. Following that win, the UFC has booked Tate against top contender Vieira in a matchup between two top-10 ranked fighters at 135lbs. It’s an important fight in a division that is controlled by UFC women’s bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes, who has fought and defeated most of the women in the top-10 already, including Tate. But despite losing to Nunes five years ago in a one-sided fashion, Tate is still holding out hope for a rematch one day and believes that rematch could be coming soon.
Joanna Jedrzejczyk believes Weili Zhang rematch could be her comeback fight
Adam D Martin - November 18, 2021
Former UFC women’s strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk believes that the Weili Zhang rematch could be her comeback fight. Joanna Jedrzejczyk has not fought since March 2020 when she fought 25 minutes to a narrow split decision defeat against Zhang at UFC 248. It was one of the best fights of last year, and many fans and observers believe it was the single greatest women’s MMA fight of all time. Ever since that fight, there have been calls for a potential rematch between the two. However, Jedrzejczyk has taken the past 18+ months off for a number of reasons. Zhang, meanwhile, has continued to stay active, losing twice to rival Rose Namajunas.
Henry Cejudo reveals sister Gloria is battling cancer: "I just ask to keep us in your prayers"
Adam D Martin - November 18, 2021
Former UFC double champion Henry Cejudo revealed that his sister Gloria is battling cancer, saying “I just ask to keep us in your prayers.” Cejudo, the former UFC bantamweight and flyweight champion, took to his social media this week to reveal that his sister Gloria is currently battling Stage IV cancer. “The Messenger,” who recently announced that he and his partner are expecting their first child, took to his social media to reveal the news about his sister and ask fans to pray for them.
Kevin Lee agrees to six-month suspension with the Nevada State Athletic Commission
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2021
UFC fighter Kevin Lee has agreed to a six-month suspension with the Nevada State Athletic Commission. In the wake of his loss to Daniel Rodriguez earlier this year, news began to surface that Kevin Lee had tested positive for adderall. In the wake of this discovery, Lee came clean and admitted that while he used it to help with his ADHD, he didn’t apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption from the NSAC.
Conor McGregor explains why he frequently deletes tweets from his Twitter page
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2021
Conor McGregor has explained – ironically, in a since-deleted tweet – why he deletes things from his Twitter account. During his time on the shelf through injury, Conor McGregor has certainly been busy. The Irishman has made it clear that he wants to come back to the Octagon and, in doing so, wants to put a definitive end to his rivalry with Dustin Poirier.
Miesha Tate confident she will dethrone Amanda Nunes in a rematch: 'I will be the sniper to take her out'
Cole Shelton - November 17, 2021
Miesha Tate knows she will reclaim the bantamweight title and is confident she has all the tools to beat Amanda Nunes. After Tate lost her title to Nunes and then dropped a decision to Raquel Pennington she announced her retirement from the sport in 2016. However, she returned back in July and scored a TKO win over Marion Reneau.
Jorge Masvidal wants Leon Edwards in March but if not targets fight with 'f*****g coward' Colby Covington
Cole Shelton - November 17, 2021
Jorge Masvidal still has his sights set on Leon Edwards but is also open to fighting Colby Covington next. Masvidal was forced out of his UFC 269 fight with Edwards due to an undisclosed injury. On Wednesday, in his first interview, since he withdrew, he didn’t reveal the injury but says he still wants to fight the Brit.