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Anthony Smith says Dominick Reyes wasn't "that good" at UFC 310: "I overpredicted how good he was going to be"
Cole Shelton - December 12, 2024
Anthony Smith doesn’t think Dominick Reyes is that good despite losing to him via TKO at UFC 310. Smith took on Reyes last Saturday in a prelim fight between two ranked light heavyweights. Smith was looking to get back into the win column, but he struggled right from the get-go. Reyes was to land some big power shots and eventually got a stoppage win in the second round.
Michael Bisping explains why he wants to see Anthony Smith fight again after UFC 310
Harry Kettle - December 12, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has explained why he wants to see Anthony Smith fight again after his UFC 310 loss. Last weekend at UFC 310, Anthony Smith took on Dominick Reyes. It came just weeks after his close friend and coach Scott Morton suddenly passed away, leaving many to wonder whether or not he’d even make the walk. Alas, he did, and he wound up losing fairly convincingly.
Dominick Reyes reflects on UFC 310 win against 'true warrior' Anthony Smith: 'God bless Anthony'
Fernando Quiles - December 9, 2024
Dominick Reyes has reflected on his UFC 310 clash with a “true warrior” in Anthony Smith. Reyes and Smith collided on preliminary portion of the card. It was a tough ask of Smith to compete against a fellow ex-title challenger after losing his close friend and coach Scott Morton. “Lionheart” went through with the fight and he was ultimately stopped via second-round TKO.
Dana White names three fighters who should retire following their losses at UFC 310
Fernando Quiles - December 8, 2024
Dana White would prefer if three veterans hang up their gloves following UFC 310. The UFC’s year-end pay-per-view event took place this past Saturday night. On the preliminary portion of the card, fight fans saw some familiar faces. Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman took on Eryk Anders, while Clay Guida went one-on-one with Chase Hooper. Anthony Smith was also in action, going one-on-one with Dominick Reyes.
Anthony Smith looking for some fun against "dangerous" Dominick Reyes at UFC 310
Fernando Quiles - October 17, 2024
Anthony Smith is looking forward to having some fun against a “dangerous” Dominick Reyes. Smith and Reyes are set to collide in a light heavyweight tilt on December 7th. The bout will be a part of the UFC 310 card. “Lionheart” is hoping to rebound after dropping a unanimous decision to Roman Dolidze back in June.
Anthony Smith explains why he took pride in watching Khalil Rountree Jr. find early success against Alex Pereira at UFC 307: “At least it ain’t just me”
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2024
UFC fighter Anthony Smith says he took pride in seeing Khalil Rountree Jr enjoy success against Alex Pereira in their UFC 307 main event. Last weekend, Khalil Rountree Jr performed brilliantly against Alex Pereira. He put up an incredible fight against the Brazilian and while he ultimately lost via stoppage, his stock went up dramatically.
WATCH | Alex Pereira and Anthony Smith squash beef ahead of UFC 307: "I am thankful to you"
Cole Shelton - September 30, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and contender Anthony Smith have officially squashed their beef. Pereira and Smith have had an ongoing feud over the past year, with ‘Lionheart’ campaigning for a fight against the Brazilian. However, as Alex Pereira headlines UFC 307 against Khalil Rountree, Smith interviewed the champ for ESPN and the two seemingly squashed their beef.
Anthony Smith thinks Stipe Miocic would fight Tom Aspinall at UFC 309 if needed: 'He doesn’t really give a sh*t' about Jon Jones
Fernando Quiles - September 29, 2024
UFC light heavyweight Anthony Smith believes Stipe Miocic would fight Tom Aspinall if the interim champion is needed for UFC 309. Miocic is scheduled to challenge Jon Jones for the UFC Heavyweight Championship. The bout will take place inside Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 16th. The bout was initially booked for late 2023, but Jones suffered an injury.
REPORT | Anthony Smith vs. Dominick Reyes booked for UFC 310
Curtis Calhoun - August 9, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight title challengers Anthony Smith and Dominick Reyes will reportedly collide at the year’s end pay-per-view event. MMA journalist Alex Behunin was the first to report the news of the Smith vs. Reyes booking, reportedly set for UFC 310 in December. The date, venue, and location for the event have yet to be announced, but the UFC usually holds its year-end final PPV cards in Las Vegas.
TJ Dillashaw roasts Anthony Smith over “Lionheart” nickname: “Did he give himself that name or what?”
Harry Kettle - July 12, 2024
Former UFC champion TJ Dillashaw has questioned current UFC fighter Anthony Smith over his ‘Lionheart’ nickname. As we know, Anthony Smith is a true veteran in mixed martial arts. Throughout the course of his career, he’s fought 58 times, accumulating a record of 38-20. He even managed to get into position for a crack at the UFC light heavyweight championship, falling short in his clash with Jon Jones.
Anthony Smith claims he and Alex Pereira squashed their apparent beef during UFC 303 fight week: "Very cool relationship"
Curtis Calhoun - July 9, 2024
UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Smith’s tense banter with Alex Pereira has turned over a new leaf. Pereira and Smith both took on short-notice endeavors at UFC 303 last month. In the main event, Pereira defended his UFC light heavyweight title against Jiří Procházka after stepping up following Conor McGregor’s sudden withdrawal from the card due to injury.
Anthony Smith gets candid about UFC 303 loss: "What the f*** am I doing here?"
Curtis Calhoun - July 9, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Anthony Smith is in a peculiar spot after his short-notice defeat to Roman Dolidze. Smith and Dolidze fought in a days’ notice matchup at UFC 303 last month. After he was originally supposed to face Carlos Ulberg, Ulberg withdrew, leading to Dolidze stepping up from middleweight to take the fight.
Daniel Cormier on why Roman Dolidze is a “tougher matchup” for Anthony Smith at UFC 303
Curtis Calhoun - June 24, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier thinks Anthony Smith has a taller mountain to climb after a last-second opponent switch ahead of UFC 303. Smith was scheduled to fill in for the injured Jamahal Hill against Carlos Ulberg at UFC 303. But, Ulberg withdrew due to an undisclosed injury, after Ulberg filled for a previously injured Khalil Rountree.
Anthony Smith gets new UFC 303 opponent after Carlos Ulberg pulls out due to injury
Josh Evanoff - June 21, 2024
Light-heavyweight contender Anthony Smith will now face Roman Dolidze at UFC 303 instead of Carlos Ulberg. The pay-per-view event now just a week away has had a massive shake-up over the last week. The card was originally set to be headlined by a welterweight bout between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler. However, due to a broken toe by the Irishman, the card will now feature Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka 2 in the main event.
Anthony Smith believes Alex Pereira fight is possible with UFC 303 victory: "It lines up!"
Josh Evanoff - June 19, 2024
Anthony Smith believes that he’s just a good win and callout away from facing UFC light-heavyweight champion Alex Pereira. ‘Lionheart’ and ‘Poatan’ were recently added to UFC 303 on June 29th. Due to the collapse of Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler, Alex Pereira will headline the card in a rematch against Jiri Prochazka. The event’s co-main event has been changed as well. Due to an injury to Jamahal Hill, Carlos Ulberg has been slotted down the card in a new bout against Anthony Smith.
Anthony Smith breaks down short-notice fight vs. Carlos Ulberg, says Ulberg "can't compete" against top contenders
Curtis Calhoun - June 14, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Anthony Smith feels Carlos Ulberg doesn’t have the skill set to give him any stress inside the Octagon. Smith will fill in for the injured former UFC titleholder Jamahal Hill against Ulberg in a short-notice UFC 303 booking. Ulberg filled for the suspended Khalil Rountree against Hill, and now both fighters will compete on relatively short notice.
Anthony Smith responds to Alex Pereira's video of him falling asleep during his UFC 301 intro
Curtis Calhoun - May 8, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Anthony Smith has weighed in on Alex Pereira’s latest social media jab. Smith earned a statement win over previously undefeated Vitor Petrino at UFC 301 on Saturday in Rio de Janeiro. He got back in the win column after a knockout loss to Khalil Rountree in December.
Anthony Smith reacts to Bruce Buffer's UFC 301 flub: "I just hope he's not beating himself up too bad"
Fernando Quiles - May 5, 2024
Anthony Smith has given his reaction to a viral mistake made by longtime UFC announcer Bruce Buffer. Smith was in action on the UFC 301 main card. He took on Victor Petrino in a light heavyweight battle. “Lionheart” showed the MMA world that he still has some juice left in the tank, scoring a first-round submission finish via guillotine choke. It was a nice bounce back win for Smith, who suffered a third-round TKO loss to Khalil Rountree back in late 2023.