Joe Rogan News
Joe Rogan previews "f*cking wild" Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker fight: "This is a big one"
Josh Evanoff - April 1, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes that Robert Whittaker is the biggest test of Khamzat Chimaev’s fighting career. Earlier this month, ‘Borz’ was announced as the main event for UFC Saudi Arabia on June 22nd. There, Khamzat Chimaev will meet former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker, in the first five-round bout of his career. For his part, ‘The Reaper’ is coming off a unanimous decision victory over Paulo Costa in February.
VIDEO | Former ESPN reporter confuses Dana White for Joe Rogan in horrific interview gaffe
Josh Evanoff - March 27, 2024
It’s apparently not as easy to discern UFC President Dana White and Joe Rogan as one would assume. Earlier today, the promoter appeared on Sage Steele’s podcast. The former reporter famously left ESPN last August, after a lengthy legal battle with the company. Like many, she quickly created a podcast, and felt that Dana White would be a great guest. Despite his promises not to, the UFC CEO continues to make podcast appearances.
Joe Rogan refutes Conor McGregor’s “crazy” claim that acting his harder than fighting: “Act in Road House or fight Khabib again?”
Susan Cox - March 26, 2024
Joe Rogan is refuting Conor McGregor’s ‘crazy’ claim that acting is harder than fighting. It was just last week, that the movie remake of ‘Road House’ was released on Amazon Prime Video. The movie features Conor McGregor making his acting debut and starring alongside Jake Gyllenhaal.
Dana White threatened to resign in protest when Joe Rogan's job was at stake over 2022 controversy: "I'm very loyal"
Josh Evanoff - March 25, 2024
When UFC commentator Joe Rogan was at risk of losing his job in 2022, Dana White stepped up. Around two years ago now, the longtime color commentator was in very hot water. A compilation of Joe Rogan saying slurs was making the rounds on social media, and Spotify quickly caved to public pressure. Several of the podcaster’s episodes were removed from the service for controversial content, and comments.
Joe Rogan set to return to the commentary booth for UFC 299 in Miami
Susan Cox - March 6, 2024
Joe Rogan is set to return to the commentary booth for UFC 299 in Miami. UFC 299 takes place this coming Saturday, March 9th at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
Joe Rogan doesn't hold back on Sean Strickland's sparring session with Sneako: "I don't know why he wanted to do that"
Josh Evanoff - February 16, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan wasn’t happy to see Sean Strickland’s sparring session with Sneako last week. ‘Tarzan’ has become one of the most controversial fighters in the UFC today, and it didn’t happen by accident. In Sean Strickland’s career thus far, he’s made a name for himself in a variety of ways. One thing that consistently keeps the former champion in the news, is his wild sparring sessions.
Joe Rogan renews contract with Spotify to stream podcast, deal reportedly worth $250 million
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2024
It’s a good time to be UFC commentator Joe Rogan. The longtime color commentator is one of the most famous MMA personalities and has been for years. Thanks to the success of his ‘Joe Rogan Experience’ podcast, his popularity has only grown. Starting in 2009, the comedian and UFC analyst began interviewing everyone from politicians to fighters. Over the following decade, the show exploded in popularity.
UFC commentator Joe Rogan reacts to the “wild” Vince McMahon - WWE lawsuit
Susan Cox - February 1, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan is reacting to the ‘wild’ Vince McMahon – WWE lawsuit. It was just last week that WWE founder Vince McMahon resigned from the company and the board.
Joe Rogan pushes back on UFC antitrust lawsuit: "It seems to be connected politically"
Josh Evanoff - January 30, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has commented on the company’s ongoing antitrust lawsuit. On April 13th, the UFC will hold its milestone 300th pay-per-view event. The card features incredible matchups, including Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway, and Kayla Harrison’s bantamweight debut. Two days later, they will head to court in Nevada.
Joe Rogan reacts to fans chanting "F**k Trudeau" at UFC 297 in Toronto: "Canada get your sh*t together"
Chris Taylor - January 27, 2024
Joe Rogan has called for Canada to “get their sh*t together” after fans were chanting “F**k Trudeau” at UFC 297 in Toronto. The Ultimate Fighting Championship made its highly anticipated return to Canada earlier this month for the UFC 297 pay-per-view event. Headlining the card was a middleweight title fight between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis.
Justin Gaethje explains why he turned down Benoit Saint-Denis fight, responds to comments from Joe Rogan
Josh Evanoff - January 26, 2024
The decision for Justin Gaethje to not fight rising UFC lightweight contender Benoit Saint-Denis was a simple one. ‘The Highlight’ recently booked his return to the cage for April, at the milestone UFC 300 event. There, Justin Gaethje will face former featherweight champion Max Holloway in a defense of his ceremonial ‘BMF’ title. The lightweight famously captured the gold with a second-round knockout win over Dustin Poirier last July.
Joe Rogan issues warning to Dustin Poirier ahead of Benoit Saint-Denis fight at UFC 299: "Guy is a f*****g killer"
Cole Shelton - January 23, 2024
Joe Rogan believes Dustin Poirier will have his hands full at UFC 299 against Benoit Saint-Denis. Poirier is set to return to the Octagon for the first time since he was knocked out by Justin Gaethje last July, as he will take on the streaking Benoit Saint-Denis in an intriguing lightweight fight on March 9th. Saint-Denis is coming off a KO win over Matt Frevola and has been a proven finisher in his UFC career.
Joe Rogan dismisses idea Israel Adesanya underestimated Sean Strickland in title loss: "He's just that good"
Josh Evanoff - January 19, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes that Sean Strickland is just that good ahead of his first middleweight title defense. ‘Tarzan’ is currently slated to make his first UFC title defense tomorrow night, in Toronto, Canada. In the pay-per-view main event, Sean Strickland will face the rising South African, Dricus du Plessis. ‘Stillknocks’ earned the title opportunity with a knockout win over Robert Whittaker last July.
Joe Rogan will not be a part of the UFC 297 commentary team
Susan Cox - January 16, 2024
It has been announced that Joe Rogan will not be a part of the UFC 297 commentary team. UFC 297 takes place this coming Saturday, January 20th at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Joe Rogan believes Colby Covington’s brash trash talk “backfired” at UFC 296
Susan Cox - January 15, 2024
Joe Rogan believes Colby Covington’s brash trash talk ‘backfired’ at UFC 296. UFC 296 saw Leon Edwards (22-3 MMA) in a welterweight title fight against Colby Covington (17-4 MMA) this past December. The result was a unanimous decision victory for ‘Rocky’.
Joe Rogan reveals current UFC middleweight broke Francis Ngannou’s punching power record: “They didn’t want to register it”
Harry Kettle - January 12, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has revealed that a current UFC middleweight has allegedly broken Francis Ngannou’s punching power record. As much as the Ultimate Fighting Championship may not want to acknowledge it, Francis Ngannou is a history-maker. He is easily one of the most exciting MMA fighters who has ever lived, and he’s a former UFC heavyweight champion. Now, though, he’s no longer part of the company, and he’s instead opted to sign for PFL. Alongside that, he’s also coming off the back of a blockbuster boxing match against Tyson Fury.
UFC commentator Joe Rogan responds to callout from comedian Katt Williams
Chris Taylor - January 6, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has offered a response after being called out by comedian Katt Williams. The longtime funnyman, Williams, was a recent guest on ‘Club Shay Shay’ with NFL legend Shannon Sharpe where he called out Rogan for never having him on his podcast.
Corey Anderson slams Joe Rogan's 'wasting career' comments: "Fame doesn't pay bills, money does"
Josh Evanoff - December 27, 2023
Bellator light-heavyweight Corey Anderson has some issues with UFC commentator Joe Rogan’s recent comments. ‘Overtime’ has been out of action since a fight with Phil Davis in June at Bellator 297. There, Corey Anderson scored a split-decision win, another high-profile win for him. Since leaving the UFC in 2020, the light-heavyweight has earned a 4-1 (1 NC) record. With that in mind, it’s safe to say that he’s benefitted from the move.