Jan Blachowicz News
Jan Blachowicz doubts Jon Jones will ever fight again: "He's afraid to lose"
Cole Shelton - November 7, 2022
Jan Blachowicz doesn’t think Jon Jones will actually fight again. Jones last fought back at UFC 247 in February 2020. There, he defeated Dominick Reyes by decision to defend his light heavyweight title. After the win, he vacated his belt to focus on a move to heavyweight, but that hasn’t come to fruition yet.
Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev booked for UFC 282
Cole Shelton - October 11, 2022
A pivotal light heavyweight bout between Jan Blachowicz and Magomed Ankalaev has been booked for UFC 282. According to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, Blachowicz and Ankalaev are set to fight in a likely title eliminator bout between Blachowicz and Ankalaev will go down on December 10 in Las Vegas. The event does not have the main event as of right now but it is rumored that Jiri Prochazka and Glover Teixeira will have their rematch.
Jiri Prochazka vs. Glover Teixeira 2 set for UFC 282 in December
Josh Evanoff - August 11, 2022
It seems that UFC light-heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka will get his wish, and rematch Glover Teixeira. The two first squared off in the main event of UFC 275 in June. The bout was the Brazilian’s first title defense after capturing the light-heavyweight scrap in October 2021, with a win over Jan Blachowicz. Teixeira also teased his fight with Prochazka could be his last.
Jan Blachowicz pleas with Dana White for Jiri Prochazka fight: "Unlike him I always keep my word"
Josh Evanoff - August 9, 2022
Jan Blachowicz believes he should be the one to face UFC light-heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka next. The Poland-native is fresh off a stoppage victory over Aleksandar Rakic in May. In the third round, the latter suffered a brutal leg injury. Thus, ending the contest, and giving Blachowicz his first win since losing his light-heavyweight crown in October 2021.
Jan Blachowicz teases Israel Adesanya rematch at middleweight: "I can sacrifice myself a little bit"
Josh Evanoff - July 14, 2022
Jan Blachowicz has teased that he could meet UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya again. In March 2021, fans were treated to a super fight between two champions. In the main event of UFC 259, the then-light-heavyweight champion faced off with middleweight titleholder Israel Adesanya. Despite being an underdog, the Poland-native pulled off the upset.
Jan Blachowicz open to Kamaru Usman showdown: "Why not?"
Josh Evanoff - July 13, 2022
Jan Blachowicz is open to a fight with UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman. The Poland-native is fresh off a TKO victory over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Vegas 54 in May. Blachowicz hopes that the win was enough to secure a title shot next time out. However, if he doesn’t end up fighting Jiri Prochazka, he’d be fine with another fight.
Jan Blachowicz reacts to Jiri Prochazka wanting Glover Teixeira rematch: "Samurai code was not upheld"
Josh Evanoff - July 11, 2022
UFC light heavyweight contender Jan Blachowicz is disappointed with Jiri Prochazka. ‘Denisa’ is fresh off a victory over Glover Teixeira at UFC 275 last month in Singapore. The exciting back and forth fight is seen as a fight of the year contender. The win saw Prochazka claim the UFC’s light heavyweight championship in the progress.
Jiri Prochazka says Jan Blachowicz got “a little bit aggressive” during cageside confrontation at UFC 275
Susan Cox - June 15, 2022
Jiri Prochazka is claiming that Jan Blachowicz got ‘a little bit aggressive’ during their cageside confrontation at UFC 275. It was Jiri Prochazka (29-3 MMA) vs Glover Teixeira (33-8 MMA) in the light heavyweight main event this past weekend at UFC 275. The result was a win for Prochazka, and his equally impressive 13th win in a row in the Octagon.
Jan Blachowicz calls out newly crowned UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka: “Jiri, let's do this! The Battle for Europe”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 12, 2022
Jan Blachowicz wants to be the first man to challenge Jiri Prochazka for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Prochazka challenged Glover Teixeira for the gold in the main event of UFC 275 in Singapore. The title fight was an instant classic with both men exchanging heavy shots and reversals on the ground.
Jiri Prochazka says Jan Blachowicz will get the next light heavyweight title shot after UFC 275
Cole Shelton - June 8, 2022
Jiri Prochazka expects to face Jan Blachowicz in his first title defense if he defeats Glover Teixeira at UFC 275. Prochazka served as the backup fighter for Blachowicz vs. Teixeira at UFC 267 and it was clear he would face the winner. Teixeira ended up winning the fight by submission, which set up his first title defense against Prochazka at UFC 275 in Singapore.
Jan Blachowicz seeks Jiří Procházka fight at stadium show in Poland: "60,000 people could be there"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 29, 2022
Jan Blachowicz thinks he and Jiří Procházka could fill up a stadium in Poland. Procházka is set to challenge Glover Teixeira for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship on June 11. The title fight will be taking place at UFC 275 in Singapore.
Jan Blachowicz reveals he was blind in his left eye during Aleksandar Rakic win: "I just tried to hide this"
Josh Evanoff - May 18, 2022
UFC light-heavyweight contender Jan Blachowicz was at a bit of a disadvantage during his fight with Aleksandar Rakic. Last Saturday night, the two 205-pound contenders collided in the main event of UFC Vegas 54. As expected, the bout lived up to the hype. Well, that’s until it got called off in the third round due to an injury to Rakic.
Jan Blachowicz to undergo eye surgery following UFC Vegas 54 main event with Aleksandar Rakic
Harry Kettle - May 17, 2022
Jan Blachowicz has confirmed he will undergo small surgery to repair damage done to his eye on Saturday night. At UFC Vegas 54, Jan Blachowicz managed to defeat Aleksandar Rakic after the Austrian star went down with a nasty knee injury in the early stages of the third round. While Rakic certainly had his moments, many believe the man behind ‘Polish Power’ performed admirably and has earned his right to receive a rematch for the UFC light heavyweight title.
What's next for Jan Blachowicz and Aleksandar Rakic after UFC Vegas 54?
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 54, a light heavyweight bout headlined the card as Jan Blachowicz took on Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz was returning to action for the first time since losing his light heavyweight title to Glover Teixeira. Prior to that, he defeated Israel Adesanya to defend the belt, this after winning the vacant title by knocking out Dominick Reyes.
Jan Blachowicz speaks out following victory over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Vegas 54: "My body was tougher tonight"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Blachowicz has shared his view on what transpired in his win over Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz went one-on-one with Rakic in the main event of UFC Vegas 54. The two were going back and forth with Blachowicz finding success with the calf kicks. Rakic also got in some good shots and had some success with the takedowns.
Pros react after Jan Blachowicz defeats Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Vegas 54
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 54 event was headlined by a key light heavyweight bout featuring Jan Blachowicz taking on Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz (29-9 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since losing the UFC light heavyweight title to Glover Teixeira in October of 2021. Prior to that setback, the Polish standout had put together a five-fight winning streak.
UFC Vegas 54: 'Blachowicz vs. Rakic' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 54 event, an eleven-bout fight card headliner by Jan Blachowicz vs. Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz (28-9 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since losing the UFC light heavyweight title to Glover Teixeira in October of 2021. Prior to that setback, the Polish standout was riding a five-fight winning streak.
Jan Blachowicz aiming for a title shot with a decisive victory over Aleksandar Rakic: "It'll be a very tough, short fight"
Josh Evanoff - May 13, 2022
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz expects to be fighting for gold again soon. The Polish fighter has been out of the octagon since UFC 267 in October 2021. Blachowicz was submitted by Glover Teixeira at the event, losing his UFC gold in the process. The defeat was his first since 2018, a knockout loss to Thiago Santos.