MMA News
Jessica Eye vs. Cynthia Calvillo set to headline UFC Fight Night card
Adam D Martin - May 24, 2020
A women’s flyweight bout between Jessica Eye and Cynthia Calvillo is set to headline a UFC Fight Night card on June 13 in Las Vegas, Nevada. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto was the first to report the Eye vs. Calvillo matchup for the UFC’s June 13 show in Vegas. Of note, it was reported that this fight will be the headliner of the card, which surprised many of the fans who reacted to it on social media.
Jon Jones thanks Khabib Nurmagomedov for backing him up in GOAT feud with Conor McGregor
Adam D Martin - May 24, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones thanked UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov for backing him up in his GOAT feud with Conor McGregor. On Saturday, McGregor posted a list of the greatest fighters in MMA history. He listed Anderson Silva at No. 1 followed by himself at No. 2, which surprised a lot of people because he listed himself ahead of greats such as Georges St-Pierre and Jones. Nurmagomedov was not in McGregor’s top-five list and he responded to his rival, saying he doesn’t belong on a list with these other greats.
Ali Abdelaziz offers Conor McGregor a title shot against Kamaru Usman with unique stipulations
Adam D Martin - May 24, 2020
MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz is offering Conor McGregor a title shot against UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, but with some unique stipulations. Abdelaziz represents several UFC champions including Usman, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje, plus the recently-retired Henry Cejudo. He has a lot of influence on the matchmaking in the sport and who gets title shots, so as much as some fans don’t take Abdelaziz seriously, he does wield quite a bit of power in the sport.
Frank Lester and Diego Sanchez believe Mike Perry will be better following split from Danielle Nickerson
Chris Taylor - May 24, 2020
As most MMA fans already know, UFC welterweight standout Mike Perry recently parted ways with his wife Danielle Nickerson. The couple had been married for approximately seven months before ‘Platinum’ allegedly “dumped her ass” according to former striking coach Frank Lester.
Jon Jones shares "Most wins in UFC title bouts" statistics to refute Conor McGregor's GOAT claim
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
Earlier this afternoon Conor McGregor shared his current MMA GOAT rankings, where he listed himself ahead of fellow legends Jon Jones and Georges St-Pierre. According to McGregor, former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva still ranks as the current GOAT of MMA due to his plethora of finishes within two different divisions.
Mike Perry is done with coaches right now, will only have his girlfriend in corner next time out
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
UFC welterweight standout Mike Perry (13-6 MMA) is making some major changes in preparation of his next Octagon appearance. Perry began his run in the Ultimate Fighting Championship in August of 2016 where he quickly compiled a 4-1 record which included four knockout victories.
Khabib Nurmagomedov absolutely unloads on Conor McGregor over MMA GOAT rankings
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
The trend of fellow fighters unloading on Conor McGregor for his recent MMA GOAT rankings continued this evening with Khabib Nurmagomedov. The promotions undefeated lightweight world champion, Nurmagomedov (28-0 MMA), had defeated McGregor by way of fourth round submission during their highly anticipated showdown at UFC 229 in October of 2018. However, ‘The Eagle’ was not named as a part of the Irishman’s current MMA GOAT list, yet somehow Conor’s name managed to take the #2 spot behind Anderson Silva.
Jorge Masvidal responds after Nate Diaz claims to be the P4P baddest motherf*cker in MMA
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
Conor McGregor revealed his current MMA GOAT rankings earlier today, which spawned heated reactions from Nate Diaz, Jon Jones, among others. Both Jones and Diaz reacted negatively to McGregor’s assessment of the current MMA GOAT landscape. ‘Bones’ took the opportunity to remind the Irishman that he is no longer a UFC champion and thus had no right to be ranked above him in the standings.
Nate Diaz roasts Conor McGregor over his MMA GOAT list
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
Former UFC title challenger Nate Diaz absolutely roasted Conor McGregor after the Irishman unveiled his current MMA GOAT rankings list. Earlier today McGregor had taken to Twitter where he proclaimed Anderson Silva to be the current GOAT of MMA, this while adding that he would soon dethrone ‘The Spider’ for top spot.
Colby Covington responds to Drew McIntyre's request for unsanctioned fight outside of WWE
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington has teased an eventual move to pro wrestling and WWE champion Drew McIntyre has taken notice. Back in April, ‘Chaos‘ expressed his desire to make the move to pro wrestling in 2021, vowing to “make wrestling real again”. Those comments caught the attention of reigning World Wrestling Entertainment champion Drew McIntyre, who responded by challenging Covington to an unsanctioned fight outside of the WWE.
Conor McGregor explains what Jon Jones must do if he hopes to improve MMA GOAT ranking
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
Earlier today Conor McGregor took to social media where he revealed his current MMA GOAT rankings which included Jon Jones, Anderson Silva and GSP. Sitting atop McGregor’s list was ‘The Spider’ in former UFC middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva. According to the Irishman, Silva’s array of finishes across 2 divisions, with champion status in 1, earned him the top spot.
Jon Jones reacts to Conor McGregor's MMA GOAT rankings list
Chris Taylor - May 23, 2020
Jon Jones has responded after former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor ranked him at number four on the current MMA GOAT list. McGregor had taken to Twitter earlier this afternoon where he proclaimed that Anderson Silva still holds the title of MMA GOAT, while adding that he would soon dethrone ‘The Spider’ for that title.
Failed Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou negotiations serve as a stark reminder of disappointing fighter pay
Chris Taylor - May 22, 2020
Reigning light heavyweight champion Jon Jones wanted to shakeup the UFC by moving up a weight class to take on dangerous knockout artist Francis Ngannou. ‘Bones’ announced his intentions on social media and instantly had fight fans salivating over the potential matchup. Even Jones’ longtime rival and former opponent in Daniel Cormier labelled the callout as being “a gangster move”.
Chael Sonnen goes off on "Dum-Dum" Jon Jones: "Just promise not to DRIVE AWAY, ok?"
Chris Taylor - May 22, 2020
Chael Sonnen has once again taken aim at former opponent and reigning UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. The self proclaimed ‘American Gangster’ went off on ‘Bones’ earlier this week, this after Jones insinuated that Sonnen was nothing but a has-been.
Dana White doubles down on Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou not happening
Cole Shelton - May 22, 2020
Dana White is doubling down on Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou not happening anytime soon. Ever since Ngannou knocked out Jairzinho Rozenstruik in 20 seconds at UFC 249, Jones has been active saying he wanted that fight.
Demian Maia delaying retirement, interested in Anderson Silva rematch
Cole Shelton - May 22, 2020
Demian Maia is delaying his retirement and says he has a few good fights left in him. Following Maia’s first-round TKO loss to Gilbert Burns at UFC Brasilia he said he had one fight left and it would be against either Diego Sanchez or Donald Cerrone. Yet, he has now had a change of heart and says he will keep on fighting and is also interested in rematching Anderson Silva.
Jan Blachowicz mocks Jon Jones for avoiding matchup
Natasha Hooper - May 22, 2020
Jan Blachowicz called out Jon Jones for avoiding a possible matchup and for targeting a fight with Francis Ngannou instead. Jon Jones’ reign in the light heavyweight division has been put into question since his closely contested bout against Dominick Reyes at UFC 247. Jones won the bout by decision, but some spectators felt “The Dominator” gave the stronger performance.
Full card announced for UFC Fight Night: Tyron Woodley vs. Gilbert Burns
Adam Martin - May 22, 2020
The full card has been announced for the UFC Fight Night card on May 30 that will be headlined by welterweights Tyron Woodley and Gilbert Burns. With the card just eight days away, the UFC has released the full 11-fight card for the event, which is tentatively scheduled to take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas next Saturday. UFC president Dana White has said he will take his promotion to Arizona to hold his shows there in the event that the state of Nevada doesn’t allow the card to take place.