Michael Bisping News
UFC legend scoffs at report claiming Jake Paul vs. Francis Ngannou is being explored
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 3, 2025
A UFC Hall of Famer isn’t buying into the possibility of Jake Paul vs. Francis Ngannou. Paul’s team is reportedly exploring options to replace Gervonta “Tank” Davis for his next opponent. Davis is facing a civil suit alleging domestic battery and kidnapping. Mike Coppinger of Ring Magazine reported that Ngannou is one of the names that has been discussed for a potential showdown with Paul.
Tom Aspinall defended by MMA legend amid UFC 321 eye poke debacle
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 27, 2025
One MMA icon has come to the defense of Tom Aspinall following UFC 321. The heavyweight title fight between Aspinall and Ciryl Gane this past weekend had the makings of an intriguing affair. Gane found success by busting up Aspinall’s nose. The fight ended prematurely, however. Gane landed a accidental double poke and the champion was unable to continue. The bout was ruled a no contest.
Michael Bisping flips last second on his UFC Perth main event prediction
Dylan Bowker - September 25, 2025
Michael Bisping sees the UFC Perth headliner as such an evenly matched fight that he switched his prediction at the last possible moment. Dominick Reyes and Carlos Ulberg will throw down in Australia, with the winner this weekend being well-positioned for potentially the next crack at the 205-pound crown. While many think of ‘The Count’ as a 185-pound fighter, being that he’s a former UFC middleweight champion, Bisping does have several light heavyweight accolades too. Bisping captured and defended the Cage Warriors light heavyweight belt multiple times as well as the fact that he also won season three of The Ultimate Fighter as a 205-pound fighter.
Michael Bisping agrees with Dana White's stance on Jon Jones' return
Harry Kettle - September 18, 2025
UFC commentator Michael Bisping agrees with Dana White regarding Jon Jones potentially not fighting at UFC White House. For a while now, Jon Jones has been talking about returning to competitive mixed martial arts – even though it hasn’t been that long since he actually retired. As you can imagine, this led to a lot of raised eyebrows and eye rolls from those within the sport.
UFC 322 betting odds are 'disrespectful' to Jack Della Maddalena ahead of Islam Makhachev fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 2, 2025
Is Jack Della Maddalena being disrespected ahead of UFC 322? Maddalena is scheduled to put the UFC Welterweight Championship at stake when he meets Islam Makhachev on Nov. 15. Makhachev has a chance to win UFC gold in a second weight class. He relinquished the lightweight title in a bid for 170-pound hardware.
UFC commentator doesn't think Khamzat Chimaev will change his usual approach at UFC 319
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025
UFC commentator Michael Bisping doesn’t expect to see Khamzat Chimaev change his usual approach at UFC 319. At UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship. This title shot has been a long time coming for ‘Borz’ and now that it’s finally arrived, you’d have to think he knows just how important this fight is. If he wins, he heads for superstardom. If he loses, major questions will be asked.
Michael Bisping thinks surging UFC flyweight is one win away from title shot
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 3, 2025
Michael Bisping thinks a rising UFC flyweight needs one more fight before competing for gold. This past Saturday, Tatsuro Taira took on Hyun Sung Park in the main event of UFC Vegas 108. Taira secured a second-round submission finish via neck crank. Taira made it clear after the fight that he feels ready to meet reigning UFC Flyweight Champion Alexandre Pantoja.
Daniel Cormier roasts another UFC legend over Ilia Topuria criticism
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 1, 2025
Daniel Cormier believes there is some hypocrisy when it comes to another UFC Hall of Famer’s critique of Ilia Topuria. “El Matador” is the reigning UFC Lightweight Champion. He has emerged as one of the best fighters on the UFC roster, knocking out the likes of Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway, and Charles Oliveira. Topuria has won UFC gold in two weight classes, and he is undefeated.
Islam Makhachev might be making huge mistake with welterweight move, says UFC icon
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 8, 2025
Did Islam Makhachev bite off more than he can chew? Makhachev relinquished the UFC Lightweight Champion in an effort to compete for gold in a second weight class. Makhachev has long discussed the importance of winning the welterweight title, and he’ll have a chance to do so against Jack Della Maddalena. At this time, a date hasn’t been set for the fight, although UFC CEO Dana White admitted that a November date in Madison Square Garden is appealing.
Michael Bisping issues warning regarding Charles Oliveira's style vs Ilia Topuria
Harry Kettle - June 14, 2025
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has issued a warning regarding Charles Oliveira’s style when he faces Ilia Topuria. As we know, Charles Oliveira will battle Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC 317. It’s one of the most highly anticipated fights of the year, with the winner being declared the new UFC lightweight champion. The stakes don’t get much higher than that.
Patchy Mix gets brutal assessment of UFC 316 loss from MMA legend
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 10, 2025
One UFC Hall of Famer shared his take on Patchy Mix’s failed UFC debut. Mix entered UFC 316 with some buzz. The former Bellator Bantamweight Champion was regarded by many as the best 135-pounder who wasn’t a part of the UFC roster. When the time arrived for Mix to share the Octagon with Mario Bautista, the former Bellator star didn’t look like a world-beater by any means. He ultimately dropped a unanimous decision, which is his first loss since 2020.
Michael Bisping reacts to ‘massive cheater’ Vitor Belfort’s UFC Hall of Fame induction
Harry Kettle - May 27, 2025
UFC legend Michael Bisping has reacted to bitter rival Vitor Belfort’s upcoming induction into the UFC Hall of Fame. As we know, Michael Bisping is an icon within the world of mixed martial arts. In the Ultimate Fighting Championship, especially, he achieved some truly remarkable things. That includes capturing the UFC middleweight championship despite going through some unbelievably tough setbacks.
UFC Hall of Famer defends Bo Nickal following first career loss in Des Moines
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2025
A one-time UFC champion has come to the defense of Bo Nickal. Fans witnessed the first pro MMA loss in the young career of Nickal this past Saturday. Nickal took on the experienced de Ridder in the UFC Des Moines co-headliner. Things certainly didn’t go the way Nickal planned. The once unbeaten prospect couldn’t handle the pressure of the former two-division ONE Championship titleholder, and he crumpled after receiving a knee to the body in the second stanza.
UFC legend believes Kamaru Usman should consider retirement if he loses at UFC Atlanta
Harry Kettle - May 1, 2025
UFC legend Michael Bisping believes Kamaru Usman needs to consider retirement if he loses to Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta. For the longest time, Kamaru Usman was the best welterweight on the planet – and, at times, the #1 fighter in all of mixed martial arts. With that being said, the last few years haven’t exactly been great for ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’. In addition to consecutive losses at the hands of Leon Edwards, he also tasted defeat in a short notice bout with Khamzat Chimaev – although it was certainly competitive.
Michael Bisping reacts to Anthony Smith's loss in retirement fight at UFC Kansas City
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 28, 2025
Michael Bisping has given his reaction to Anthony Smith’s swan song. Smith entered the Octagon for the final time in the co-main event of UFC Kansas City. Zhang Mingyang was his dance partner, and the fight didn’t make it out of the opening frame. Mingyang delivered some sharp elbows that split the top of Smith’s head. He then rained down strikes on the ground before referee Jason Herzog stopped the fight.
Popular UFC fighter responds to rumors of beef with Michael Bisping
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 21, 2025
A one-time UFC title challenger has cleared the air on rumors surrounding his situation with Michael Bisping. Bisping is a respected UFC Hall of Famer and color commentator. The former UFC Middleweight Champion also has his own successful YouTube channel and podcast. Anthony Smith became a regular co-host on the “Believe You Me” podcast, but he eventually left the show to align with Home of Fight for his own podcast.
UFC commentator explains why Michael Chandler has more pressure to win than Paddy Pimblett
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 6, 2025
One well-known name in the commentary booth thinks Michael Chandler has more pressure going into UFC 314 than Paddy Pimblett. Chandler and Pimblett are set to collide on the main card of UFC 314 on April 12. This will be the biggest name Pimblett has fought up to this point. It’s “The Baddy’s” chance to break through in the lightweight division.
UFC 314: MMA legend wonders if Patricio 'Pitbull' has 'too many miles on the clock'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 6, 2025
One UFC Hall of Famer wonders if Patricio “Pitbull” Freire has had too many wars going into UFC 314. Freire will be making his long-awaited UFC debut on April 12 in Miami. The former two-division Bellator champion will be going one-on-one with Yair Rodriguez. The featherweight collision will be featured on the main card of UFC 314.