MMA News
Kevin Lee and Islam Makhachev agree to fight
Adam Martin - November 3, 2019
Fresh off a massive head kick KO over Gregor Gillespie at UFC 244, lightweight contender Kevin Lee and his rival Islam Makhachev have agreed to a fight. Immediately after Lee knocked out Gillespie, Makhachev took to his Twitter and congratulated Lee on the win and challenged him to a fight. Here’s what the Russian said.
Dana White responds to 'crybaby' Corey Anderson
Natasha Hooper - November 3, 2019
Corey Anderson proved his worth in the light heavyweight division during his UFC 244 fight. ‘Overtime’ finished Johnny Walker by TKO just over two minutes into the first round, putting an end to his opponent’s 9-fight win streak. The explosive win served as a pinnacle moment for Anderson as he called for a title shot from the UFC or to be released from his contract. He has previously expressed frustration with the promotions company, feeling that he hasn’t received the opportunities he deserves. He said during an interview with MMA Fighting.
Anthony Smith tells Corey Anderson to 'be humble or shut your mouth'
Adam Martin - November 3, 2019
UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Smith was not a fan of the way Corey Anderson conducted himself after knocking out Johnny Walker at UFC 244, and now Smith wants to fight Anderson. Smith took to his Twitter account after Anderson knocked Walker out in the first round and called him out. Take a look at what Smith wrote below.
Nate Diaz says Mike Tyson should have handed out BMF title, not The Rock
Natasha Hooper - November 3, 2019
To honor the new and unprecedented ‘BMF’ fight at UFC 244, megastar Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson was there to fill in for Dana White and hand over the belt. However, the main event contender, Nate Diaz, was less than impressed with the decision and threatened to ‘whoop the a**’ of the Hollywood and WWE celebrity. The ‘BMF’ bout between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz ended anti-climatically as the doctor stopped the contest in the third round due to cuts above the right eye of Nate Diaz. By this point Masvidal had maintained a dominant position and ultimately claimed the TKO win.
Conor McGregor reacts to Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244
Chris Taylor - November 3, 2019
Former two division champ Conor McGregor was watching last night’s UFC 244 main event between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal with keen interest. After all, the winner of yesterday’s highly anticipated headliner would be awarded the promotions new BMF Title (Baddest Mother F*cker).
Photo | The Rock poses with Jorge Masvidal and BMF Title
Adam D Martin - November 3, 2019
After defeating Nate Diaz in the main event of UFC 244, Jorge Masvidal got to pose with The Rock along with the newly-minted UFC BMF title. Check out a picture below of The Rock, Masvidal, and the BMF belt, courtesy of the UFC.
Corey Anderson demands title shot against Jon Jones or wants UFC to release him
Adam D Martin - November 3, 2019
UFC light heavyweight Corey Anderson is demanding a title shot against UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones or to be released from the promotion. Anderson picked up a massive first-round knockout win over Johnny Walker in the final preliminary fight of the night at UFC 244. Often criticized as a ‘boring’ fighter who only wins decisions, Anderson needed to make a statement at UFC 244 and he did just that. His KO over Walker won him a $50,000 bonus for “Performance of the Night.”
Video | Joe Rogan and Jon Anik react to Kevin Lee’s KO at UFC 244
Adam D Martin - November 3, 2019
UFC lightweight Kevin Lee’s insane head kick KO of Gregor Gillespie to kick off UFC 244 generated a very animated response from UFC commentators Joe Rogan and Jon Anik. Check out the reaction of the UFC on ESPN commentary booth below.
Nate Diaz won't get immediate rematch with Jorge Masvidal, says Dana White
Adam D Martin - November 3, 2019
UFC president Dana White said that Nate Diaz won’t get an immediate rematch against Jorge Masvidal after their fight at UFC 244 ended in controversial fashion. Speaking to reporters following UFC 244, White said an immediate rematch will not be in order between Diaz and Masvidal.
Photo | Jorge Masvidal was up big on the judges scorecards after 3 rounds
Adam D Martin - November 3, 2019
New UFC BMF champion Jorge Masvidal was up big on the judges’ scorecards after three rounds in his main event fight against Nate Diaz at UFC 244. The cageside doctor stopped the bout after the third round due to cuts sustained by Diaz, with many fans, media, and fellow fighters arguing it robbed Diaz of a chance to make a comeback. However, it’s clear he would have needed a stoppage now after seeing how far ahead the judges had Masvidal up on the scorecards.
Jorge Masvidal has a message for Conor McGregor following win over Nate Diaz
Christopher Taylor - November 3, 2019
UFC welterweight standout Jorge Masvidal captured the promotions new BFM Title at tonight’s UFC 244 event by defeating Nate Diaz via TKO. While it was a spectacular performance from ‘Gamebred’, who dropped Diaz on multiple occasions throughout the fight, Masvidal’s performance was seemingly overshadowed by the bouts controversial finish.
Darren Till details "craziest week of his life" following UFC 244 win
Chris Taylor - November 3, 2019
Former UFC welterweight title challenger Darren Till made his middleweight debut opposite Kelvin Gastelum at this evenings UFC 244 event in New York. The Liverpool native entered tonight’s contest looking to rebound, this after suffering the first two losses of his professional career in his most recent Octagon appearances.
Dana White reacts to tonight's UFC 244 main event stoppage
Christopher Taylor - November 2, 2019
UFC President Dana White has shared his thoughts on the stoppage in tonight’s UFC 244 main event fight between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal. The UFC welterweight standouts, Diaz and Masvidal, squared off for the promotions new BMF Title in tonight’s event headliner at Madison Square Garden.
Johnny Walker issues statement following TKO loss to Corey Anderson
Christopher Taylor - November 2, 2019
Perennial UFC light heavyweight contender Johnny Walker suffered the first loss of his Octagon career at tonight’s UFC 244 at the hands of Corey Anderson. Walker (17-4 MMA) entered tonight’s contest having won all three of his fights under the UFC banner by way of first round knockout. In his most previous effort at UFC 235, the Brazilian needed just 36-seconds to put away Canadian Misha Cirkunov.
Live stream for UFC 244 post-fight press conference: Masvidal vs Diaz
Natasha Hooper - November 2, 2019
Tonight, East meets West in the ‘BMF’ main event of UFC 244. Jorge Masvidal will face-off against Nate Diaz for the one and only ‘baddest motherf****er’ belt in tonight’s pay-per-view event headliner.
Nate Diaz reacts following BMF title loss to Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244
Christopher Taylor - November 2, 2019
UFC welterweight standouts Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal squared off for the promotions new BMF Title in the headliner of tonight’s UFC 244 event. Diaz (20-12 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since August’s UFC 241 event, where he defeated former lightweight champion Anthony Pettis by unanimous decision.
UFC 244 Results: Jorge Masvidal defeats Nate Diaz (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 2, 2019
A welterweight bout between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal headlines tonight’s UFC 244 event, with the winner being awarded the promotions new BMF Title. Nate Diaz (20-11 MMA) was most recently seen in action at August’s UFC 241 event, where he scored a unanimous decision victory over former lightweight champion Anthony Pettis.
Pros react to Darren Till defeating Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 244
Chris Taylor - November 2, 2019
Former UFC welterweight title challenger Darren Till moved up a division to take on Kelvin Gastelum in the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC 244 event. Darren Till (17-2-1 MMA) was returning to the Octagon for the first time since suffering a brutal knockout loss to Jorge Masvidal at March’s UFC event in London.