Derrick Lewis News
Derrick Lewis reveals how he found out UFC: Manila was cancelled
Scott Hernandez - October 10, 2016
Derrick Lewis remembers the exact moment when he discovered that not only was his fight with Marcin Tybura was off, but the entire UFC: Manila card had been cancelled as well. ‘The Black Beast’ discussed flying out to the Philippines and cutting weight before hearing the event was cancelled:
Derrick Lewis says he is returning to the cage at UFC Manila
Chris Taylor - August 14, 2016
Derrick Lewis (16-4 MMA) was hoping to get a fight against former champ Fabricio Werdum at next month’s UFC 203 event, this after Ben Rothwell was forced to withdraw from the cards scheduled co-main event with an injury. Unfortunately for “The Black Beast”, UFC officials opted to give Travis Browne the opportunity to rematch Werdum in the co-headliner of UFC 203 in Cleveland.
UFC FN 90 results: Derrick Lewis defeats Roy Nelson via split decision
Scott Hernandez - July 7, 2016
In the co-main event of UFC FN 90, Roy Nelson and Derrick Lewis squared off in a pivotal heavyweight matchup. Both men come out aggressive and exchange punches before clinching up. Nelson gets the body lock and presses Lewis against the cage. Big John separates them and Lewis lands a head kick and a right hand that land clean. Nelson responds with a trip and secures the takedown, landing in Lewis’ half-guard. Lewis makes it to his feet and lands a major knee to the body followed by a knee to the head. Nelson looks for another takedown and eats another big shot. Nelson looking a bit wobbled as he pushes Lewis against the cage. Big John separates them as Lewis lands bombs on Nelson. Nelson eats them in true ‘Big Country’ fashion and secures a takedown.
PHOTO | Derrick Lewis takes 'touch butt' to a new level
Russell Ess - July 6, 2016
UFC heavyweight Derrick “The Black Beast” Lewis is known for his devastating knockout power and also for his wonderful sense of humor. Lewis is constantly putting up comical posts up through his social media channels and usually has something funny to say or do in his interviews.
VIDEO | Derrick Lewis sends pad holder flying during training session
Scott Hernandez - May 4, 2016
https://youtu.be/RF9kSSlrYmE Derrick ‘The Black Beast’ Lewis has earned the reputation as one of the most powerful heavyweights on the UFC roster. With all 6 of his UFC wins coming by way of KO/TKO, including all of the wins in his recent 3 fight win streak.
UFC announces Roy Nelson vs. Derrick Lewis
Scott Hernandez - April 30, 2016
Friday evening the UFC announced a fight that guarantees fireworks. On July 7th on UFC Fight Pass, Roy ‘Big Country’ Nelson will fight Derrick ‘The Black Beast’ Lewis. The event will be headlined by Rafael dos Anjos vs. Eddie Alvarez, and will be an important one for both men as Lewis looks to climb from #13 on the UFC’s heavyweight rankings, and Nelson looks to climb from #10 on the heavyweight rankings.
Photo | Derrick Lewis brings "Red Panty Night" to the MMA Hour
Chris Taylor - April 18, 2016
UFC heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis (15-4-1 MMA) was a guest on today’s edition of The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. “The Black Beast” decided to get dressed up for the occasion as you can see in the photo below:
VIDEO | Derrick Lewis filming himself racing police
Scott Hernandez - March 18, 2016
When a cop tried to race me.before anyone say something THIS IS NOT REAL it’s for a movie I got comin out on pornhub pic.twitter.com/iu7OL6A1BQ — Derrick Lewis (@Thebeast_ufc) March 17, 2016