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Cub Swanson returns in the main event of UFC Fresno
Tom Taylor - October 2, 2017
After chasing a featherweight title shot, flirting with the idea of a fight with former featherweight champion Jose Aldo, and being called out by former lightweight Michael Johnson, fan favorite featherweight contender Cub Swanson finally has a fight booked. The all-action Jackson’s MMA staple will battle rising contender Brian Ortega in the main event of the UFC’s December 9th debut in Fresno, California. Swanson announced this fight, which an early frontrunner for Fresno’s Fight of the Night honors, on his social media channels.
Michael Chandler dismisses lightweight title fight, calls out two of Bellator's top welterweights
Tom Taylor - October 2, 2017
Shortly after he defeated Benson Henderson at Bellator 183, Patricky “Pitbull” Freire called for a fight with Bellator lightweight champion Brent Primus. Unfortunately for him, Bellator boss Scott Coker then assured that the next lightweight title shot will probably go to former champion Michael Chandler. Apparently, however, a rematch with Primus isn’t at the top of Chandler’s list.
Chael Sonnen claims Chuck Liddell has been offered a fight by Bellator
Tom Taylor - October 2, 2017
Over the last few weeks, there have been rampant rumors surrounding a potential Bellator clash between Chael Sonnen and retired MMA legend Chuck Liddell. While Bellator President Scott Coker recently made an effort to deflate these rumors, Sonnen has recently injected life back into them. Speaking on a recent episode of his You’re Welcome Podcast, the Bellator star claimed that he’s prepared to fight Liddell right now and that Liddell has actually been offered a fight by Bellator.
Cody Garbrandt drops a big announcement ahead of UFC 217 fight with TJ Dillashaw
Chris Taylor - October 1, 2017
UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt dropped a big announcement on Sunday evening. “No Love” took to Instagram just minutes ago where he revealed the following exciting news. Check it out.
Joe Cortez guarantees that McGregor vs. Malignaggi would be better than Conor vs. Floyd
Chris Taylor - October 1, 2017
Joe Cortez firmly believes that a bout between Conor McGregor and Paul Malignaggi would result in a more entertaining contest when compared to August’s Mayweather vs. McGregor bout. In a recent interview with Helen Yee, ESPN’s Cortez discussed the potential McGregor vs. Malignaggi grudge match.
Conor McGregor on fight with Mayweather: "I knew I wasn't going to get a fair shake out there"
Chris Taylor - October 1, 2017
Immediately following his first professional boxing match with Floyd Mayweather, current UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor praised referee Robert Byrd for his professionalism. However, after having some time to review the fight footage, “Mystic Mac” has decided to change his tune on the subject.
Rory MacDonald expresses his "disappointment" with Bellator MMA
Chris Taylor - October 1, 2017
Rory MacDonald has expressed some disappointment following his move from the UFC to Bellator MMA. The former UFC welterweight title challenger, MacDonald, signed with Bellator in August of 2016 and made his promotional debut this past May in London.
UFC Fighters will be allowed to use CBD in 2018
Chris Taylor - October 1, 2017
UFC fighters will be allowed to use CBD in 2018. The news comes after WADA announced their updated list of prohibitive substances, which included the removal of CBD.
Alistair Overeem trashes Glory champ Rico Verhoeven, challenges him to fight in "big boy league"
Tom Taylor - October 1, 2017
Earlier this week, it was announced that former Strikeforce, Dream and K-1 heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem will be taking on surging French contender Francis Ngannou at UFC 218 this December 2nd in Detroit. While this fight is surely dominating Overeem’s focus at present, he recently took to Instagram to respond to some comments from another prospective opponent in GLORY kickboxing heavyweight champion Rico Verhoeven. Hahahah Rico (the comedian) back at it! First saying who’s Alistair and then a second later calling me out for a kickboxing match. We both know that I fight in the ‘King-Tiger league of real combat sports’ so anybody wanting that fame, money – and real GLORY – come to the UFC. I’ll be happy to welcome anybody to the big boy league. If not stay at (little) Glory and keep on fighting in empty venues until Badr Hari is back.
Eddie Alvarez thinks the UFC is using him to build up Justin Gaethje
Tom Taylor - October 1, 2017
This December 2, when the UFC touches down in Detroit, Michigan with UFC 218, former UFC and Bellator lightweight champ Eddie Alvarez will battle former World Series of Fighting champ Justin Gaethje in a clear Fight of the Year contender. While it’s undeniable that the UFC put this fight together based on its entertainment value, Alvarez also feels that this fight is an attempt to boost Gaethje’s name – at his own expense. “When UFC wants something, they get it, you know what I mean?” Alvarez said in a recent episode of the UFC Unfiltered podcast (via MMAMania.com). “If they want you to fight, you’re going to fight [who they] want you to fight. There is not much of a negotiation going on there, especially with me.”
Tyron Woodley explains why he respects Mike Perry more than any other welterweight contender
Tom Taylor - October 1, 2017
When UFC welterweight king Tyron Woodley looks over the jam-packed list of welterweight contenders, there’s one fighter on the list who has truly won his respect. That fighter is rising knockout artist “Platinum” Mike Perry. “The only guy that I respect who talks stuff about me is Mike Perry,” Woodley said on the Fight Strength Podcast this week (via MMAUno.com). “Mike Perry pulled up on me, to my face and not only did he pull up on me, he came to a seminar that I was teaching and he took the seminar. He took the seminar, learned some stuff and he said, ‘Hey man, I’m coming for your belt man.’
Kevin Lee reacts to news that Adalaide Byrd won't be judging his UFC 216 fight
Tom Taylor - October 1, 2017
On September 16, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin finally met in the boxing ring. Though the majority of fight fans seem to believe Golovkin did enough to win this bout, controversial judge Adalaide Byrd scored it a baffling 118-110 for Canelo. In the wake of this controversy, Byrd has been given a bit of a break by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, which means she won’t be judging Kevin Lee’s upcoming UFC 216 interim lightweight title fight with Tony Ferguson. Kevin Lee couldn’t be happier about that. “I’ll tell you what, I’m glad Adelaide Byrd is off my damn card,” Lee said during a recent interview with Bloody Elbow. “I’m fighting a Mexican, too. Look, she had me shook. I’m glad they made the right decision and threw her off the card. I don’t necessarily think there was any conspiracy, or nothing crazy like that. I just think she’s a Canelo fan.”
Max Holloway has a prediction for a possible rematch with Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - October 1, 2017
On Friday night, UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor touched down in Glasgow, Scotland for an illuminating Q&A session. One of the most interesting revelations from this event arose when McGregor began discussing reigning featherweight champion Max Holloway, who he defeated back in 2013. While McGregor shared his belief that he should still be considered the UFC featherweight champion, he also showered the new champ Holloway with praise, applauding him for his tremendous win-streak.
Gokhan Saki is eyeing a quick turnaround and a camp change
Tom Taylor - October 1, 2017
Late last month, on the main card of the UFC’s anticipated return to Japan, kickboxing legend Gokhan Saki made his UFC debut, and delivered with flying colours. Though he seemed to have a bit of an issue with his gas tank, he authored one of the best knockouts in recent memory, putting his opponent Henrique Da Silva down with a blistering left hook in the first round. And now, he’s hoping to hop right back into the cage. Speaking on Monday’s edition of The MMA Hour, Saki shared his plans to move to the United States, and hopefully, fight once more before the year is out.
Conor McGregor explains why he would defeat Floyd Mayweather in a rematch
Chris Taylor - September 30, 2017
Current UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor believes he would defeat Floyd Mayweather in a rematch. “Mystic Mac” was stopped by the undefeated boxing legend via tenth-round TKO this past August in Sin City.
UFC 219 Fight Card and Rumors
Chris Taylor - September 30, 2017
The UFC 219 fight card will serve as the final Ultimate Fighting Championship event of 2017. The pay-per-view event is set to take place on December 30 live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
UFC 218 Fight Card and Rumors
Chris Taylor - September 30, 2017
The octagon will return to Detroit on December 2 for UFC 218 and the fight card is already beginning to take shape! The pay-per-view event is headlined by a featherweight title fight between current champion Max Holloway and perennial division contender Frankie Edgar.
Mickey Gall Wants a 'No-Rules' Gym Fight With Kevin Lee
Justin Golightly - September 30, 2017
Mickey Gall is just around the corner from his third fight in the UFC, but it’s not Randy Brown he’s talking about in his latest appearance on Ariel Helwani’s The MMA Hour. The welterweight prospect got wind of what Kevin Lee had to say about him on the show earlier this year and didn’t take too kindly of it. A division separates them from fighting right now in the UFC, but Gall says he’s willing to get together with Lee and ‘spar’, if you catch his drift. Wink, wink. Nudge, nudge. Tap, tap. .@mickeygall is up next on #TheMMAHour. Tune in: https://t.co/HbjZRlHFNs pic.twitter.com/OeMTTwKR7J