Demetrious Johnson News
Demetrious Johnson reveals he's targeting professional boxing debut, wants to face 'a legend of the sport'
Curtis Calhoun - April 30, 2024
Former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson is the latest MMA legend to express profound interest in moving to boxing. Johnson has gone viral in recent months for his performances in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions. He submitted a 250-pound competitor at a recent tournament, shocking the likes of Joe Rogan and others.
Joe Rogan shocked watching Demetrious Johnson submit 250-pound competitor at BJJ tournament: "He's the best ever"
Josh Evanoff - April 2, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes that Demetrious Johnson might be the greatest of all time. Since his UFC exit in late 2018, ‘Mighty Mouse’ has just been having a lot of fun. Demetrious Johnson has largely dominated over in ONE Championship, save for a loss to Adriano Moraes that he later avenged. The flyweight champion is running a very popular and successful YouTube channel and is now getting into grappling tournaments.
Demetrious Johnson admits seeing CM Punk’s UFC earnings left a bad taste in his mouth: “A big spit in the face of all the champions”
Harry Kettle - March 29, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has admitted that he didn’t like seeing how much CM Punk got paid during his UFC career. As many fans know, professional wrestling star CM Punk gave mixed martial arts a try many years ago. He competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, losing in both of his outings.
Demetrious Johnson opens up on the tough contract negotiations he had with Dana White the UFC: “We do not give pay-per-view points to flyweight guys”
Susan Cox - March 22, 2024
Demetrious Johnson is opening up about the tough contract negotiations he had with UFC CEO Dana White. The former UFC flyweight champion, who is the current ONE Championship flyweight champion, is sharing his futile quest to secure pay-per-view points during his tenure with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Demetrious Johnson unimpressed with Jake Paul’s latest knockout win in boxing: “He's facing amateur-level competition”
Harry Kettle - March 4, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has explained why he isn’t overly impressed by Jake Paul following his latest boxing win. Last weekend, Jake Paul returned to the ring and secured a nice KO win over Ryan Bourland. While many didn’t believe his opponent was up to scratch, a lot of fans are intrigued to see how far ‘The Problem Child’ can take this current run of his.
Demetrious Johnson doesn’t like Alexander Volkanovski’s chances in a rematch with Ilia Topuria: “All Ilia has to do is touch him”
Harry Kettle - February 21, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has explained why he doesn’t like Alexander Volkanovski’s chances in a rematch against Ilia Topuria. Last weekend at UFC 298, Ilia Topuria shocked the world by knocking Alexander Volkanovski out cold. In doing so, he vaulted himself into a level of superstardom that we haven’t seen in quite some time.
Demetrious Johnson shares high praise for Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 298: “The last person who I felt that way about, to be honest, was Conor McGregor”
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has given his thoughts on the rise of Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 298 this evening. Tonight, Ilia Topuria has the chance to change his life forever. He will walk into UFC 298 as the challenger, but he aims to walk out as the champion. He will be battling Alexander Volkanovski for the UFC featherweight title with many believing he has a good chance at coming out on top.
Chatri Sityodtong provides update on Demetrious Johnson's fighting future: "He says he doesn't have the burning desire"
Cole Shelton - January 23, 2024
ONE Championship founder Chatri Sityodtong has provided an update on flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson. Johnson is coming off a decision win over Adriano Moraes to defend his flyweight title last May and after the fight, he hinted that may be it for him. ‘Mighty Mouse’ has accomplished a ton in his career as he’s won titles in both UFC and ONE Championship, and at age 37 there isn’t much left for him to do in his career.
Demetrious Johnson explains why 'King of Violence' Mike Perry was the best fighter of 2023
Josh Evanoff - January 4, 2024
ONE Championship titleholder Demetrious Johnson believes that BKFC’s Mike Perry was the greatest fighter of 2023. Given that the year recently came to a close, there’s naturally been a lot of reflecting. Naturally, names such as Sean Strickland, Islam Makhachev, and more, were in the ‘Fighter of the Year’ discussion. The World MMA Awards handed out the award to one Leon Edwards last month. ‘Rocky’ notched two wins this year, over Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington.
Demetrious Johnson praises 'Dark Horse' Alexandre Pantoja after UFC 296 win: "Full complete skill set"
Josh Evanoff - December 22, 2023
Demetrious Johnson believes Alexandre Pantoja could be the man to bring stability to the UFC’s flyweight division. ‘The Cannibal’ returned to the octagon over the weekend at UFC 296. Facing off against Brandon Royval in the co-main event, Alexandre Pantoja dominated. Just two years after submitting ‘Raw Dawg’ in their first encounter, the Brazilian scored a unanimous decision victory. In the process, securing the first title defense of his flyweight reign.
Demetrious Johnson ranks himself at No. 2 amongst MMA’s greatest fighters of all-time: “Nobody has been able to do what I’ve been able to”
Susan Cox - November 28, 2023
Demetrious Johnson is ranking himself No. 2 amongst MMA’s greatest fighters of all-time. ‘Mighty Mouse’ (25-4 MMA) currently fights in the lightweight division of ONE Championship and has 5 wins and 1 loss under that banner. Johnson most recently fought and defeated Adriano Moraes (20-5 MMA) this past May.
Jarred Brooks eyeing showdown with MMA GOAT Demetrious Johnson: “DJ is the main fight, period”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 15, 2023
Jarred Brooks harbors a specific ambition in ONE Championship to face none other than the legendary Demetrious Johnson. “The Monkey God” has already carved a path of success as the ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion.
Demetrious Johnson sees Stamp Fairtex prevailing over Ham Seo Hee at ONE Fight Night 14
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 29, 2023
The highlight of ONE Fight Night 14 on Prime Video revolves around the showdown between Stamp Fairtex and Ham Seo Hee, and Demetrious Johnson is among those eagerly anticipating the matchup. Both women will go head-to-head for the ONE Interim Atomweight MMA World Championship. This bout airs live in U.S. primetime from the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Friday, September 29.
Demetrious Johnson shocked by Superlek's controversial win over Rodtang: "I am speechless"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 27, 2023
The main event of ONE Friday Fights 34 on September 22 played host to one of the most electrifying Muay Thai bouts in history, and it caught the attention of Demetrious Johnson. Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Superlek Kiatmoo9 squared off in a 140-pound catchweight contest. There, they captivated audiences worldwide while leaving many fans divided over the outcome.
ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Demetrious Johnson stuns with gold-medal performance at IBJJF Masters
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 1, 2023
Demetrious Johnson has just proven his exceptional versatility and dedication to martial arts. This time, the reigning ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion ventured into the gi-clad discipline of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Josh Thomson refutes Demetrious Johnson’s claim that MMA is the easiest sport to become a world champion: “There’s not a lot of them at 125”
Harry Kettle - September 1, 2023
Bellator commentator and former fighter Josh Thomson has questioned Demetrious Johnson’s claim that it’s easier to become a world champion in MMA than in boxing. Mixed martial arts fans all know and love Demetrious Johnson. He’s one of the greatest champions in the history of the sport, and he’s one of the finest fighters to ever compete in the UFC. While he may be in ONE Championship now, he’s still a top competitor and likely will be for a while to come if he decides to postpone retirement.
UFC’s Aljamain Sterling takes aim at ONE flyweight kingpin Demetrious Johnson and instantly regrets it
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 17, 2023
Demetrious Johnson responded to the somewhat ludicrous comment made by UFC bantamweight king Aljamain Sterling that Father Time has caught up to the ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion. Appearing on The MMA Hour this past Wednesday, Johnson expressed his desire to “spar” with Sterling and provided some critical insights into the UFC Bantamweight World Champion.
Demetrious Johnson shares the one glaring weakness of UFC champion Aljamain Sterling: “I would eat his ass up for breakfast”
Harry Kettle - August 17, 2023
Demetrious Johnson has given his thoughts on the weakness he sees in UFC champion Aljamain Sterling’s game. This Saturday night, Aljamain Sterling will attempt to cement his status as the best UFC bantamweight of all time. He’ll be doing so by putting his championship on the line against rising contender Sean O’Malley.