Demetrious Johnson News
Daniel Cormier explains the "truest" part of Demetrious Johnson's MMA legacy
Curtis Calhoun - September 9, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier shared an under-discussed aspect of Demetrious Johnson’s greatness after the legend retired from MMA. Johnson announced his retirement from MMA at ONE 168 last weekend in Denver. He hadn’t fought since a trilogy win against Adriano Moraes at ONE Fight Night 10 and wants to transition full-time to grappling competitions.
Brandon Moreno praises fellow flyweight Demetrious Johnson after retirement announcement: "Legend of the sport"
Josh Evanoff - September 9, 2024
Brandon Moreno has nothing but respect for UFC legend Demetrious Johnson. ‘Mighty Mouse’ made his return to the cage at ONE 168 over the weekend. Prior to the event, the promotion teased that Demetrious Johnson had a big announcement to make. While the 38-year-old had teased one final fight, that won’t be happening. Instead, Johnson announced his retirement in an emotional speech that had fans, and even the legend himself, in tears.
Demetrious Johnson inducted into ONE Hall of Fame
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2024
Demetrious Johnson officially brought the curtains down on his illustrious MMA run at ONE 168: Denver. “Mighty Mouse” emotionally bid farewell in front of a passionate crowd at Ball Arena last Friday, September 6.
Dana White reacts to Demetrious Johnson's retirement: "Incredible career he had"
Fernando Quiles - September 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his take on legendary MMA fighter Demetrious Johnson announcing his retirement. During the ONE Championship 168 event, Johnson announced that he is walking away from pro MMA competition. “Mighty Mouse” leaves the sport having held UFC and ONE gold. He also snagged the record for the most successful consecutive UFC title defenses.
VIDEO | Demetrious Johnson announces his retirement at ONE 168
Curtis Calhoun - September 6, 2024
MMA legend Demetrious Johnson announced his retirement from the sport at ONE 168 on Friday in Denver. Johnson has been contemplating retirement since his trilogy win over Adriano Moraes in May 2023. He’s remained active in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at various tournaments but hasn’t fought in MMA since the Moraes victory.
Belal Muhammad challenges Demetrious Johnson to a 'Pick off' ahead of UFC 306
Curtis Calhoun - September 4, 2024
UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad is doubling down on his harsh critiques of Demetrious Johnson’s MMA analysis and opinions. Muhammad captured the UFC welterweight title at UFC 304 over Leon Edwards by unanimous decision. Since his title victory, he’s remained vocal on social media and hasn’t let his detractors get off easy.
Demetrious Johnson explains why Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic doesn’t even need to be for a belt: “That’s a legend fight”
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2024
UFC legend Demetrious Johnson has explained why Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic doesn’t even need to be for a championship. As we know, ‘Bones’ will defend his UFC heavyweight title later this year. He will likely go up against Stipe Miocic, even though the majority of fans and pundits believe it should be Tom Aspinall that he battles. Alas, it doesn’t seem like the promotion is going to budge on that.
Demetrious Johnson responds to Belal Muhammad's harsh criticism of his MMA analysis: "I haven't seen you fight that much!"
Curtis Calhoun - August 27, 2024
Former UFC champion Demetrious Johnson has issued a detailed response to some of Belal Muhammad’s harsh rhetoric towards his fighting analysis. Muhammad earned the UFC welterweight title by defeating Leon Edwards at UFC 304. He’s set to reel in a new era in the welterweight division and is expected to make his first title defense soon.
Demetrious Johnson, Adriano Moraes may renew rivalry in BJJ
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 15, 2024
Demetrious Johnson and Adriano Moraes — two of the biggest names in ONE Championship’s flyweight MMA division — are set to compete in the World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2024. Taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from August 29 to 31, the event will see the pair suit up in gi for the Master 2 featherweight category.
UFC champion Belal Muhammad takes aim at “so-called experts” Demetrious Johnson and Kamaru Usman: “They don’t know what they’re talking about”
Susan Cox - August 2, 2024
UFC champion Belal Muhammad is taking aim at ‘so-called experts’ Demetrious Johnson and Kamaru Usman. ‘Remember the Name’ (24-3 MMA) is riding high after defeating Leon Edwards (22-4 MMA) to win welterweight gold last weekend at UFC 304 which took place at the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester, England.
Demetrious Johnson to make BJJ black belt debut in August
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 5, 2024
Demetrious Johnson wants to add another chapter to his illustrious combat sports career. “Mighty Mouse” will make his black belt debut in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, competing in the Master 2 featherweight category at the IBJJF Master World Championship 2024. The event takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from August 29 to 31.
UFC legend Demetrious Johnson explains why Boxing has been "more exciting" than MMA in 2024
Josh Evanoff - May 28, 2024
Current ONE Championship titleholder and UFC legend Demetrious Johnson has a hot take about the state of MMA. The year 2024 has been one of the greatest for combat sports in a long, long time. Over in the boxing world, fights such as Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk, Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia, and Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou have been huge. Meanwhile, MMA has had its big moments in the form of the massive UFC 300 card and other bouts such as Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria.
Demetrious Johnson still unsure if he'll fight again: "What else is there left to do?"
Josh Evanoff - May 15, 2024
ONE Championship flyweight titleholder Demetrious Johnson still isn’t sure if he’ll fight again. The legend known as ‘Mighty Mouse’ has been out of the cage for over a year. Demetrious Johnson last competed at ONE Fight Night 10 last May, in a trilogy bout with Adriano Moraes. There, the flyweight champion secured his second-straight victory over the Brazilian. This time, defeating ‘Mikinho’ by unanimous decision.
Alexandre Pantoja reiterates desire for superfight against Demetrious Johnson
Harry Kettle - May 8, 2024
UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja has made it clear that he’s interested in a future showdown with Demetrious Johnson. At UFC 301, Alexandre Pantoja just about managed to successfully defend his UFC flyweight championship. He saw off the challenge of Steve Erceg in what proved to be a really competitive encounter.
Demetrious Johnson criticizes UFC's decision to make Alexandre Pantoja/Steve Erceg the UFC 301 headliner: 'It's very frustrating!'
Curtis Calhoun - May 6, 2024
Former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson feels the promotion shouldn’t continue to book flyweight pay-per-view main events after UFC 301. UFC flyweight titleholder Alexandre Pantoja outpointed Steve Erceg in an instant classic at UFC 301. Pantoja capped off his first-career UFC pay-per-view headliner with a gritty performance to retain the flyweight belt.
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.
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.