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BREAKING | Randy Couture suffers heart attack
Adam Martin - October 24, 2019
UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture suffered a heart attack Wednesday and is currently in an intensive care unit at a Los Angeles Hospital. TMZ first reported the story that Couture suffered a heart attack.
Conor McGregor issues fiery callout of Khabib Nurmagomedov, questions champ's allegiance to Russia
Tom Taylor - October 24, 2019
Earlier today, former two-division UFC champ Conor McGregor appeared at a press conference in Moscow, Russia, where he announced plans for a comeback on January 18. It should come as no surprise that he also called out his chief rival, UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. McGregor has recently been calling for a rematch with Russia’s Nurmagomedov in Moscow, but feels the champion doesn’t want to fight in that setting.
Dana White pumps brakes on Conor McGregor comeback talk
Tom Taylor - October 24, 2019
Early this morning, Conor McGregor appeared at a press conference in Moscow, Russia, where he announced plans for a comeback on January 18. “I have some news for you all, for the world, here today,” McGregor told the media in attendance in the Russian capital (transcript via MMA Fighting).
Ben Askren explains how he got over Jorge Masvidal loss
Tom Taylor - October 24, 2019
Ben Askren experienced the first loss of his professional MMA career earlier this year, and it was a tough one. The loss occurred in a UFC 239 battle with Jorge Masvidal. Five seconds and one flying knee into the fight, and Askren’s undefeated record was no more.
Francis Ngannou welcomes heavyweight showdown with Jon Jones
Adam Martin - October 24, 2019
UFC heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou continues to chase a superfight against UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Speaking to TMZ, Francis Ngannou agreed with Jones’ recent comments that a fight between the two is ‘inevitable.’ Here’s what “The Predator” said.
Jon Jones admits he actually likes Israel Adesanya
Harry Kettle - October 24, 2019
As the back and forth between Jon Jones and Israel Adesanya continues, Jones has thrown a spanner in the works by suggesting that he actually does like the UFC Middleweight Champion. Jones has made it crystal clear on social media over the last few days that he doesn’t mind poking the bear when it comes to any of his potential opponents, whether it be Dominick Reyes, Stipe Miocic or Israel Adesanya.
Conor McGregor announces UFC return on January 18 in Las Vegas
Harry Kettle - October 24, 2019
UFC star Conor McGregor has confirmed that he will be returning to the Octagon on January 18 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. McGregor has been out of action since October 2018 when he was defeated by Khabib Nurmagomedov via fourth round submission in the very same arena. Ever since then, fans and media members alike have been questioning if and when he would compete once more – and it appears as if we have our answer.
Israel Adesanya trolls Jon Jones, Jones isn't impressed
Thomas Taylor - October 23, 2019
The war of words between UFC champs Israel Adesanya and Jon Jones continues. Late on Wednesday evening — Thursday morning in Adesanya’s native New Zealand — the pair began another heated Twitter skirmish.
Conor McGregor gives his prediction for Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal
Adam Martin - October 23, 2019
Conor McGregor was asked to predict who he believes will win the UFC 244 main event between welterweights Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal, and his answer may surprise you. Speaking at a press conference in Ukraine on Wednesday, the host asked “Mystic Mac” who will win the BMF title at UFC 244. Here’s what Conor McGregor said.
Breaking! MMA legends Jose Aldo and Urijah Faber book opponents for UFC 245
Natasha Hooper - October 23, 2019
UFC veterans Jose Aldo and Urijah Faber have confirmed opponents for UFC 245 The former featherweight champion, Jose Aldo has moved down to bantamweight to fight the No 1 ranked contender Marlon Moraes. ‘Magic’ Moraes last fought the bantamweight champion, Henry Cejudo in June at UFC 238. His shot at the title fell flat as ‘Triple C’ finished him via TKO in the third round. Jose Aldo is looking to return to championship glory and take the bantamweight belt from Henry Cejudo. A win against the No 1 ranked contender, Moraes, could lead to that title shot.
Michael Bisping agrees with Dana White on Conor McGregor no longer being the man
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 23, 2019
Michael Bisping sides with Dana White on the belief that Conor McGregor is no longer “the man” in the UFC. White recently told The Boston Globe that McGregor has lost the distinction of being called “the man” to UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. “The Eagle” submitted McGregor back in Oct. 2018.
Johnny Walker sends warning to Jon Jones
Adam Martin - October 23, 2019
UFC light heavyweight contender Johnny Walker has sent a warning to UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones over social media. In response to Jones asking, “Where did all the big names in the light heavyweight division go?” on his Twitter, Walker replied to him, saying he would slide back into his replies after his fight against Corey Anderson at UFC 242.
Conor McGregor open to WWE and Hollywood after UFC career is over
Adam Martin - October 23, 2019
UFC superstar Conor McGregor says he is open to roles in Hollywood movies and also to competing in the WWE once his MMA career is over. Conor McGregor was in Ukraine for an event on Wednesday and was asked by the local media there at a press conference what his plans are after his fighting career is over.
Conor McGregor makes prediction for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Tony Ferguson
Tom Taylor - October 23, 2019
The next crack at UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov is expected to go to Tony Ferguson. Yet the former champion Conor McGregor remains just a short distance from another shot at the belt, which means he’ll likely be watching this expected Nurmagomedov vs. Ferguson fight very closely. Speaking at an event Kyiv, Ukraine, McGregor discussed a fight between Nurmagomedov and Ferguson, and offered a prediction as to the outcome of this massive showdown.
Dominick Reyes responds to Jon Jones snub, 'super fight' talk
Tom Taylor - October 23, 2019
Dominick Reyes feels that he’s earned a crack at the UFC light heavyweight title. Unfortunately for him, the division’s reigning champion Jon Jones seems less than enthused about that possibility, and more interested in taking a “super fight” —potentially at heavyweight. I should just wait for the winner of DC and Stipe? Let these light heavies figure out who’s going to present the best challenge https://t.co/PfTK5LxrJN
Greg Hardy: If 'pillow hands' Derrick Lewis can KO Volkov, so can I
Adam Martin - October 23, 2019
The UFC matchmakers surprised everyone on Tuesday when the promotion announced that controversial heavyweight Greg Hardy has decided to step up on short notice to replace Junior dos Santos and fight Alexander Volkov in the co-main event of UFC Moscow. It’s a massive step up in competition for Greg Hardy, who just fought to a No Contest against Ben Sosoli at UFC Boston. But Hardy says he jumped at the opportunity, and he believes that he can even knock Volkov out.
Antonio Silva issues statement on KO loss at BKFC 8, scolds critics
Adam Martin - October 23, 2019
Former UFC heavyweight Antonio Silva has issued a statement following a KO loss to Gabriel Gonzaga at BKFC 8, criticizing keyboard warriors for their negative comments in the wake of yet another knockout loss. The man they call “Bigfoot” issued a video statement on his Instagram page in Portuguese. BJPenn.com has translated the interview and given an account of what Silva said in English.
Kevin Lee believes Georges St-Pierre will return and beat Khabib Nurmagomedov
Cole Shelton - October 23, 2019
Kevin Lee believes Georges St-Pierre will return to the Octagon, and that the former welterweight and middleweight champ will do so at lightweight. Lee is now training at the famed Tristar gym in Montreal, Canada. The gym is the long-time home of St-Pierre.