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Sean O'Malley explains how the UFC reacted when he pulled out a joint on live TV
Tom Taylor - April 17, 2018
The crowd at last weekend’s UFC Glendale show was full of MMA stars, as most UFC shows are. One of the famous faces in the crowd was that of red-hot UFC bantamweight prospect Sean O’Malley. O’Malley, who has made no secret of his love of the devil’s lettuce, did not let his screen time go to waste, channeling Nate Diaz, and pulling out a big joint as the camera panned over him.
Carlos Condit issues poignant statement on UFC Glendale loss, future in MMA
Tom Taylor - April 17, 2018
Last weekend, in the co-main event of the UFC’s exciting stop in Glendale, former interim welterweight champion Carlos Condit returned to the Octagon opposite short-notice replacement Alex “Cowboy” Oliveira. Though Condit was not without his moments in the fight, he ultimately came up short, succumbing to a second-round submission loss. With this tough setback, the ever-entertaining Condit is now a tough 3-7 in his last 10 fights. Unsurprisingly, this disappointing stretch has influenced many fans and pundits to call for his retirement.
Professional Fighters League Launches With Innovative MMA Format, World Class Fighters, And Season Long 2018 Schedule
bjpenndotcom - April 16, 2018
Season starts June 7th on NBCSN and Facebook, live from The Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden, and concludes with an unprecedented $10M Post-Season prize pool on New Year’s Eve. WASHINGTON, DC (April 16, 2018) — The Professional Fighters League (PFL) announced today its true sport format, which will feature individual fighters competing in regular-season match-ups, win-and-advance playoffs, and season ending championship fights. The PFL also unveiled its formidable roster of 72 fighters from 13 countries and the league’s official 11 event, 126 fight schedule. The first PFL regular season event will be held on June 7 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
VIDEO | Brad Tavares had a backstage run-in with Michael Bisping after calling him out
Tom Taylor - April 16, 2018
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Professional Fighters League (PFL) reveals its official roster
Tom Taylor - April 16, 2018
The Professional Fighters League (PFL), which rose from the ashes of the defunct World Series of Fighting, launches it’s inaugural season on June 7 at The Hulu Theater in Madison Square Garden. Ahead of this debut, the rebranded promotion has revealed the pertinent details. The members of each division will compete in a tournament over the coming months, and the winners of these initial bouts will advance to divisional playoffs. The winner of these playoffs will allegedly pocket $1,000,000, while the semi-finalists and runners up will also receive hefty purses.
Eddie Alvarez makes prediction for possible Conor McGregor vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov fight
Tom Taylor - April 16, 2018
One of the biggest fights that could possibly be made in MMA today is a showdown between undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, and former champion Conor McGregor. This potential matchup has fans divided right down the middle, as some firmly believe that Nurmagomedov would pound McGregor into applesauce on the mat, while others feel McGregor’s crackling firepower would be more than enough to put Nurmagomedov down.
Dustin Poirier sends his thanks to "warrior" Justin Gaethje
Tom Taylor - April 16, 2018
On Saturday night, in the main event of the UFC’s anticipated stop in Glendale, Arizona, long-time UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier and former World Series of Fighting lightweight champ Justin Gaethje stepped into the cage for one of the most anticipated matchups in recent memory. In the end, this matchup delivered in the way we all hoped, as Poirier and Gaethje bludgeoned each other into unrecognizable piles of black-and-blue flesh, until Poirier put an end to things with a volley of fourth-round punches. Not long after this unforgettable war, which saw both men pocket $50,000 Fight of the Night checks, Poirier took to Twitter to thank his vanquished foe for the scrap. See Poirier’s short but sweet thank you message to Gaethje below.
Firas Zahabi explains why Georges St-Pierre is the greatest of all time
Tom Taylor - April 16, 2018
In the eyes of Firas Zahabi, Georges St-Pierre is the greatest fighter of all time. Now, it’s worth noting that St-Pierre is Zahabi’s star pupil, so he’s understandably biased, but he actually makes some strong arguments for St-Pierre’s case. Speaking to Fight Hub TV, Zahabi explained why he considers St-Pierre the greatest fighter in MMA history. For him, a big part of the argument is that the other GOAT contenders have all lost, or done things to damage their credibility.
PHOTOS | Dustin Poirier's right leg is jacked up following UFC on FOX 29 war with Justin Gaethje
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
PHOTOS | Dustin Poirier’s right leg is jacked up following UFC on FOX 29 war with Justin Gaethje Surging UFC lightweight contender Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier scored a thrilling fourth-round TKO victory over Justin Gaethje at last night’s UFC on FOX 29 event in Glendale.
VIDEO | Sean O'Malley pays tribute to Nate Diaz at UFC Glendale
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
VIDEO | Sean O’Malley pays tribute to Nate Diaz at UFC Glendale Undefeated UFC bantamweight fighter Sean O’Malley (10-0 MMA) paid homage to Nate Diaz on National Television at last night’s UFC on FOX 29 event in Glendale.
Vitor Belfort on Floyd Mayweather's chances in MMA: "I think he doesn’t have a chance even against the young kids"
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
Vitor Belfort on Floyd Mayweather’s chances in MMA: “I think he doesn’t have a chance even against the young kids” Former UFC champion Vitor Belfort will return to the octagon on May 12 in his home country when he takes on fellow Brazilian Lyoto Machida on the main card of UFC 224.
UFC on FOX 29 Athlete Outfitting Payouts: Justin Gaethje takes home just $3,500
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
UFC on FOX 29 Athlete Outfitting Payouts: Justin Gaethje takes home just $3,500 UFC on FOX 29 went down last night live from Gila River Arean in Glendale, Arizona.
PHOTOS | Tony Ferguson shows off gnarly scar from knee surgery
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
PHOTOS | Tony Ferguson shows off gnarly scar from knee surgery Former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson was expected to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov earlier this month for the promotions undisputed 155-pound title.
Daniel Cormier still believes he could defeat Jon Jones, "Bones" responds with a challenge
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
Daniel Cormier still believes he could defeat Jon Jones, “Bones” responds with a challenge It is arguably the most heated rivalry in mixed martial arts history. UFC light heavyweight fighters Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones simply do not like each other.
Dustin Poirier explains why he's not interested in rematches with Conor McGregor or Eddie Alvarez
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
Dustin Poirier explains why he’s not interested in rematches with Conor McGregor or Eddie Alvarez Surging UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier picked up another thrilling stoppage victory in the headliner of last night’s UFC on FOX 29 event in Glendale.
Justin Gaethje on loss to Dustin Poirier: "I will be known and remembered as one of the most entertaining fighters that ever did it!"
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2018
Justin Gaethje on loss to Dustin Poirier: “I will be known and remembered as one of the most entertaining fighters that ever did it!” UFC lightweight contender Justin Gaethje suffered his second straight stoppage loss in the headliner of last night’s UFC on FOX 29 event in Glendale to Dustin Poirier.
UFC Glendale Results: Dustin Poirier stops Justin Gaethje (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - April 14, 2018
UFC Glendale Results: Dustin Poirier stops Justin Gaethje A key lightweight fight between perennial division contenders Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethke served as the headliner of tonight’s UFC on FOX 29 event in Glendale, Arizona.
UFC Glendale Results: Alex Oliveira submits Carlos Condit (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - April 14, 2018
UFC Glendale Results: Alex Oliveira submits Carlos Condit A welterweight bout between surgingin division contender Alex Oliveira and former interim weltweight champion Carlos Condit served as the co-main event of tonight’s UFC on FOX 29 fight card in Glendale.