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Matt Brown sounds off on proposed Elon Musk vs. Mark Zuckerberg UFC fight: “I’m asking the MMA community to be more intelligent than this”
Harry Kettle - June 28, 2023
UFC fighter Matt Brown has voiced his outrage at the proposed UFC fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. If you’re a UFC fan, it’s hard not to root for Matt Brown. He’s a veteran in mixed martial arts and over the years, he’s provided us with some truly incredible moments. Most of them, as you can imagine, have been vicious knockouts.
Conor McGregor responds to Matt Brown with accusations of heroin addiction
Harry Kettle - May 31, 2023
Conor McGregor has hit back at Matt Brown by dubbing him a heroin addict, highlighting his past substance abuse issues. Over the course of the last few weeks, one of the strangest rivalries in combat sports has been Conor McGregor vs Matt Brown. It all began when the two were discussing the knockout record in the UFC, which Matt Brown currently holds alongside Derrick Lewis. After McGregor said he wanted to claim it for himself, the two went back and forth with one another on social media.
UFC veteran Matt Brown sounds off on “coked up bum” Conor McGregor: “All that money don’t make you not a bum”
Harry Kettle - May 30, 2023
UFC veteran Matt Brown has hit back at Conor McGregor as the two continue to engage in a war of words on social media. Courtesy of his knockout win over Court McGee, Matt Brown now holds the record for most KOs in UFC history alongside Derrick Lewis. It’s a record that, in many ways, isn’t surprising given the style he’s presented to us all over the years.
Matt Brown discusses PFL’s “gamble” with former UFC champion Francis Ngannou: “I think the over/under looks pretty bad for them”
Harry Kettle - May 24, 2023
MMA veteran Matt Brown has discussed PFL’s gamble by making such a lucrative offer to former UFC champion Francis Ngannou. The MMA world now knows what Francis Ngannou’s next move is: to fight for PFL next year. Of course, that’s just in the cage because he also looks set to make his boxing debut later in 2023. ‘The Predator’ was able to secure a blockbuster deal with the promotion that may well be the most lucrative in the history of mixed martial arts.
UFC Charlotte fighter salaries: Matt Brown takes home top payout
Harry Kettle - May 17, 2023
UFC veteran Matt Brown earned the highest payout from UFC Charlotte over the weekend as the fighter salaries are officially released. On Saturday night, we were treated to a night full of great action from the Ultimate Fighting Championship. From a heavyweight submission in the main event to seven total finishes, the city of Charlotte certainly got what it came for.
Conor McGregor vows to surpass Matt Brown’s KO record, ‘The Immortal’ responds
Harry Kettle - May 15, 2023
Conor McGregor has vowed to break Matt Brown’s UFC knockout record – and the 42-year-old veteran has responded. Later this year, Conor McGregor is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. After two years away, he’ll go head to head with Michael Chandler. Prior to that, though, we’ll be seeing the Irishman on our screens every week in The Ultimate Fighter.
Pros react after Matt Brown KO's Court McGee at UFC on ABC 4
Chris Taylor - May 13, 2023
A welterweight bout between veterans Matt Brown and Court McGee served as today’s UFC on ABC 4 featured prelim. Brown (24-19 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a split decision setback to Bryan Barberena in his most previous effort in March of 2022. Prior to that loss, ‘The Immortal‘ was coming off a brutal knockout win over Dhiego Lima in June of 2021.
UFC on ABC 4 Results: Matt Brown KO's Court McGee (Video)
Chris Taylor - May 13, 2023
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC on ABC 4 results, including the featured prelim between Matt Brown and Court McGee. Brown (23-19 MMA) enters the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a split decision setback to Bryan Barberena in his most previous effort in March of 2022. Prior to that loss, ‘The Immortal‘ had scored a brutal knockout win over Dhiego Lima in June of 2021.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 122 with Jairzinho Rozenstruik, Matt Brown, Alex Morono, Cody Stamann, Gabe Green, and Bryan Battle
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2023
The 122nd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Charlotte on Saturday. We’re first joined by ninth-ranked UFC heavyweight and one-half of the main event Jairzinho Rozenstruik (2:45). UFC welterweight Matt Brown (15:14) then comes on. UFC welterweight Alex Morono (29:16) then comes on. Next, UFC bantamweight Cody Stamann (46:46) joins the show. Closing out the program is UFC welterweights Gabe Green (1:04:13) and Bryan Battle (1:18:49).
Matt Brown praises UFC's Joe Rogan as the best commentator of all-time: "It's a hard job"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Some might not be a fan of UFC commentary, but Matt Brown understands it’s a tough job. The sport has come a long way in the last few decades. The UFC tried out many pairings before settling on a combination of Mike Goldberg and Joe Rogan in 2002. They stuck with the duo until 2016, and have used a rotating trio in the booth since then.
Matt Brown announces he will be fighting fellow UFC veteran Court McGee in May: “I’m ready to go in there and smash his f**king face”
Harry Kettle - February 15, 2023
UFC fighter Matt Brown has announced that he will return to the Octagon on May 13 to battle fellow veteran Court McGee. Many legendary fighters have come and gone in the UFC, but few have been as durable as Matt Brown and Court McGee. Brown made his debut all the way back in June 2008, whereas McGee’s first appearance was in June 2010.
UFC veteran Matt Brown sends a warning to Jake Paul ahead of his planned crossover to MMA: “It’s a different beast”
Harry Kettle - February 2, 2023
MMA veteran Matt Brown has issued a warning to Jake Paul as he plans to make the move into mixed martial arts with PFL. Last month, Jake Paul announced that he had signed a deal to compete under the Professional Fighters League umbrella. Some were surprised, whereas others saw it as a natural progression from his time in the boxing ring.
UFC veteran labels Belal Muhammad as the “biggest threat” at welterweight: “I think Belal beats Khamzat”
Harry Kettle - January 4, 2023
UFC veteran Matt Brown has called Belal Muhammad the biggest threat at welterweight as we head into the new year. Right now, the welterweight division is on fire. There are may top guys battling it out at the top of the division and currently, Leon Edwards is the champion. He earned that title after viciously knocking out Kamaru Usman last summer.
Matt Brown explains why he sides with Jake Shields over Mike Jackson following recent altercation: “If you’re a UFC fighter, you’re opening yourself to those consequences”
Susan Cox - December 21, 2022
Matt Brown is explaining why he sides with Jakes Shields over Mike Jackson following their recent altercation. Brown (23-19 MMA) has taken a side after the physical altercation occurred between Shields and Jackson at the UFC PI in Las Vegas.
Matt Brown discusses the recent betting scandal surrounding James Krause and the UFC: “I’ve never seen anything like this”
Susan Cox - December 6, 2022
Matt Brown is discussing the recent betting scandal surrounding James Krause and the UFC. James Krause, retired fighter and veteran coach at Glory MMA and Fitness Gym in Missouri is currently under suspension by the Nevada Athletic Commission as an ongoing investigation into betting irregularities is underway.
Matt Brown comes to the defense of Jake Paul's controversial resume: "He’s fought tougher guys than 99 percent of pro boxers in their first fights"
Josh Evanoff - November 3, 2022
Jake Paul has found an unlikely ally in UFC welterweight veteran Matt Brown. ‘The Problem Child’ continued his bizarre ascent in the boxing world last Saturday. On Showtime pay-per-view secured the biggest win of his career, defeating Anderson Silva. The contest was back and forth, but Paul sealed the win on the scorecards with an eighth-round knockdown.
Matt Brown reacts following split decision loss to Bryan Barberena at UFC Columbus
Fernando Quiles - March 27, 2022
Matt Brown fell short in his recent outing and he’s spoken out about it. This past Saturday night (March 26), Brown shared the Octagon with Bryan Barberena. The two did battle on the main card of UFC Columbus. The bout went the distance and in the end, it was Barberena who ended up getting his hand raised via split decision.
Pros react after Matt Brown and Bryan Barberena go to war at UFC Columbus
Chris Taylor - March 26, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Columbus main card featured a welterweight bout pitting hometown favorite Matt Brown against fellow brawler Bryan Barberena. Brown (23-19 MMA) had most previously competed in June of 2021, where scored a sensational second round knockout over Dhiego Lima. That win had snapped a two-fight losing skid for the Ohio native, as ‘Immortal’ had previously suffered setbacks to Carlos Condit and Miguel Baeza.