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EXCLUSIVE | Born to be a fighter, Justin Willis ready to shine against Curtis Blaydes
Mike Pendleton - January 30, 2019
For Justin Willis, fighting isn’t a sport, it’s not just a paycheck, it’s life and it’s something he was made for. Fighting is in his blood, it’s what he grew up on, and it’s made him exactly who he is today; a rising contender in the UFC’s heavyweight division. Holding a professional record of 8-1 in his career, Willis is coming off a big unanimous decision victory over Mark Hunt in his most recent fight back in December 2018.
VIDEO | Darren Till and Jorge Masvidal have first staredown ahead of UFC London
Tom Taylor - January 30, 2019
Darren Till vs. Jorge Masvidal #UFCLondon press conference face off. pic.twitter.com/zwfOoUIgjl — Chamatkar Sandhu (@SandhuMMA) January 30, 2019
Kevin Lee switching up coaching staff ahead of next fight
James Lynch - January 30, 2019
The next time Kevin Lee steps into the octagon he will likely have a new coaching staff around him. “The Motown Phenom” suffered his second loss in his last three fights this past December when he was defeated by Al Iaquinta by unanimous decision at UFC on FOX 31. As a result, Lee is planning on making changes to his training camp and that includes his coaching staff.
Dana White reacts to NSAC verdicts on Khabib Nurmagomedov, Conor McGregor and Jon Jones
Tom Taylor - January 30, 2019
On Tuesday, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) convened to make crucial decisions on the futures of Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones. The NSAC began by disciplining Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov for their UFC 229 post-fight brawl. McGregor received a $50,000 fine and a six month suspension, while Nurmagomedov received a much steeper $500,000 fine and a nine-month suspension that can be reduced to six months if he completes an anti-bullying PSA.
Chael Sonnen shares interesting take on Jon Jones drug testing situation
Tom Taylor - January 30, 2019
Three-time UFC title challenger and current Bellator star Chael Sonnen has some interesting views on Jon Jones’ recent drug testing drama. Throughout this recent drama, Jones has maintained that he never knowingly ingested banned substances. Sonnen believes that’s only half true. In his eyes, Jon Jones has probably not intentionally ingested recently — but he certainly has previously.
EXCLUSIVE | Anthony Hernandez is ready for his debut at UFC Fortaleza
Cole Shelton - January 30, 2019
Anthony Hernandez has been waiting for this. Hernandez will be making his UFC debut at UFC Fortaleza in just a few days. The undefeated middleweight knew this day would come and now it is rapidly approaching. However, Hernandez should have already made his debut. He was scheduled to fight Markus Perez at UFC 233, but the card ended up getting canceled. Even though the fight was delayed two weeks, it actually helps Hernandez out.
Ben Askren rips Artem Lobov after UFC release, Lobov cracks back
Tom Taylor - January 30, 2019
Yesterday afternoon, news surfaced that Conor McGregor training partner Artem Lobov had been released from his UFC contract. Amid this news, Lobov took to Twitter to attempt to get himself a fight in another organization, such as Bellator, KSW, Rizin, or ONE.
VIDEO | Jon Jones makes gracious closing statement at NSAC hearing
Tom Taylor - January 30, 2019
Jon Jones (@JonnyBones) gave a quick statement after the hearing. pic.twitter.com/CgQcp9G0X2 — Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) January 29, 2019
MMA community reacts to punishments of Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov
Tom Taylor - January 30, 2019
On Tuesday afternoon, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) convened to determine the punishments of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor. McGregor and Nurmagomedov were being disciplined for the brawl that occurred after their UFC 229 fight, which also involved McGregor’s teammate Dillon Danis, and Nurmagomedov’s teammates Zubaira Tukhugov and Abubakar Nurmagomedov.
Mark Sangiao confident that Joshua Pacio will become a world champion again
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 30, 2019
In a shocking turn of events, Team Lakay lost two World Titles in a span of two weeks to start 2019. However head coach Mark Sangiao believes his wards will soon become World Champions once again. Joshua Pacio in particular, the former ONE Strawweight World Champion, Sangiao believes is still improving. “It’s difficult and heartbreaking for me to see my athlete who worked really hard lose. But like what we always say, we either win or we learn,” said Sangiao.
Luke Rockhold says Jon Jones should have been punished, 'What's the point of setting the rules?'
Drake Riggs - January 30, 2019
Yesterday, UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was officially re-licensed in the state of Nevada despite his recent red flags surrounding his picogram-metabolite revealing positive testings. With the re-licensing, it means that Jones is able to once again compete in Nevada which is where his next bout will be held when he is to take on top contender, Anthony ‘Lionheart’ Smith.
Dustin Poirier is calling the shots now, says UFC 'is #1 bullsh*t'
Drake Riggs - January 29, 2019
If one man has been left out of all the title talk atop the 155-pound division, it has been ‘The Diamond’ Dustin Poirier. However, the top ranked Louisiana native is no longer looking to be kept in the shadows of the division’s elite as he is calling the shots for what will be next for him.
EXCLUSIVE | Jessica Andrade: Gold hunter on a warpath
Drake Riggs - January 29, 2019
‘Excitement’. Three syllables and a noun. Everybody loves something that causes them the feeling of excitement. It’s a great emotion, really. The possibilities are endless when it comes to what can trigger it. For many people around the world, a sport can be one of those things.
Jon Jones officially re-licensed in the state of Nevada
Drake Riggs - January 29, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has gotten over his final hurdle for his return. On Tuesday, the Nevada Athletic Commission (NAC) held a hearing for the likes of Jones as well as UFC lightweights Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Artem Lobov released from the UFC
Drake Riggs - January 29, 2019
UFC featherweight and The Ultimate Fighter season 22 alum Artem Lobov’s time in the UFC has come to an end. ‘The Russian Hammer’ went 2-5 inside the Octagon. TheMacLife’s Oscar Willis revealed the news on Tuesday that the Straight Blast Gym (SBG) staple had asked for his release from the promotion and he got it.
Khabib Nurmagomedov reacts to NAC fine and suspension
Tom Taylor - January 29, 2019
On Tuesday, the Nevada Athletic Commission met to determine the fates of Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov. The pair were being punished for the brawl that occurred after their UFC 229 fight, which also involved McGregor’s teammate Dillon Danis, and Nurmagomedov’s teammates Zubaira Tukhugov and Abubakar Nurmagomedov.
Conor McGregor receives punishment at NAC hearing
Tom Taylor - January 29, 2019
On Tuesday morning, the Nevada Athletic Commission met to determine the fates of Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones. McGregor and Nurmagomedov were being disciplined for the brawl that broke out after their UFC 229 fight, which also involved McGregor’s teammate Dillon Danis, and Nurmagomedov’s teammates Zubaira Tukhugov and Abubakar Nurmagomedov. The brawl sparked when Nurmagomedov leapt over the cage and attacked Danis, and continued when McGregor swapped punches with Tukhugov and Nurmagomedov inside the cage.
Khabib Nurmagomedov receives fine, suspension at NAC hearing
Tom Taylor - January 29, 2019
On Tuesday, the Nevada Athletic Commission met to determine the fates of Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones. McGregor and Nurmagomedov were being disciplined for the brawl that occurred after their UFC 229 fight, which also involved McGregor’s teammate Dillon Danis, and Nurmagomedov’s teammates Zubaira Tukhugov and Abubakar Nurmagomedov.