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Tatiana Suarez is feeling confident heading into UFC 312 title fight
Harry Kettle - December 31, 2024
UFC star Tatiana Suarez is feeling confident heading into her UFC 312 strawweight title fight against Zhang Weili. At UFC 312, Tatiana Suarez will battle Zhang Weili for the UFC strawweight championship. It’s a moment that many have seen coming for quite some time, largely because of just how dominant Suarez has been whenever she’s been in the cage.
Khabib Nurmagomedov rates Islam Makhachev 4/5 after training session ahead of UFC 311
Harry Kettle - December 31, 2024
UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov rated Islam Makhachev at a 4/5 after a recent training session ahead of UFC 311. The great Khabib Nurmagomedov has done some wonderful things in mixed martial arts. In addition to retiring with an unbeaten 29-0 record, he’s also helped train the next generation of superstars. Some are his own family members, and others are his close friends, such as Islam Makhachev.
Ian Machado Garry dismisses UFC welterweight rankings
Harry Kettle - December 31, 2024
UFC welterweight star Ian Machado Garry has dismissed his current position in the UFC welterweight rankings. As we know, Ian Machado Garry is one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC. He’s young, he’s exciting, and he has great fight IQ. However, in his last fight against Shavkat Rakhmonov, he suffered his first loss in professional mixed martial arts.
Jon Jones reflects on his accomplishments in 2024 ahead of the new year
Harry Kettle - December 31, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has taken the time to reflect on his 2024 accomplishments ahead of the new year. It’s been another big, interesting year for Jon Jones. While he only competed once, that fight took place against Stipe Miocic in the main event at Madison Square Garden. On that night last month, ‘Bones’ was able to pick up a huge win to retain his UFC heavyweight title.
Taisei Sakuraba opens up on decision to face 41-fight veteran in RIZIN debut: "It's going to be definitely a challenge"
Josh Evanoff - December 30, 2024
Taisei Sakuraba hopes to follow in his father’s footsteps at RIZIN: Decade later this week. The young ‘Saku Jr.’ will make his MMA debut on RIZIN’s end-of-the-year show later this week. The bout will be Taisei Sakuraba’s first in the ring, but he’s no stranger to combat sports. His father is the legendary PRIDE fighter and UFC Hall of Famer, Kazushi Sakuraba. ‘The Gracie Hunter’ fought anyone and everyone, often accepting fights against opponents larger, and more experienced than himself.
REPORT | Conor McGregor and Logan Paul could net $250 million each for massive fight in India
Josh Evanoff - December 30, 2024
It appears the boxing match between Conor McGregor and Logan Paul is deep into negotiations. ‘The Notorious’ hasn’t been seen in the octagon in nearly four years now. Conor McGregor last faced Dustin Poirier in the summer of 2021, suffering a broken leg in the first round of their trilogy bout. While the Irishman promised a return to the UFC by the end of 2022, those plans never came to fruition.
Merab Dvalishvili reveals wild plans for next year: "I want to be busy in 2025!"
Josh Evanoff - December 30, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili wants to be very, very, very active next year. ‘The Machine’ last appeared in the octagon in September, in the main event of Noche UFC. There, Merab Dvalishvili finally got his crack at bantamweight gold, against the hard-hitting Sean O’Malley. Ultimately, the wrestler largely controlled ‘Sugar’, winning the bout by unanimous decision after five rounds of action.
Jiri Prochazka campaigns for third fight against Alex Pereira despite being 0-2: "Fight for my life"
Cole Shelton - December 30, 2024
Jiri Prochazka is hoping to secure a third fight with Alex Pereira. Prochazka is 0-2 against Pereira, losing both fights by knockout. The former champ is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 311 against Jamahal Hill in an intriguing matchup. The winner of the fight would likely be in line for a title shot.
Surging UFC contender once again calls out Leon Edwards following scintillating submission win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 30, 2024
One rising UFC welterweight continues to knock on Leon Edwards’ door. Edwards is hoping to start his road back to 170-pound gold on the right foot. He lost the welterweight title to Belal Muhammad back in July, which was a bitter pill for “Rocky” to swallow given he had the Manchester crowd behind him. The UFC will be returning to England on March 22, 2025.
Luke Rockhold makes prediction for UFC 311 clash between Jiri Prochazka and Jamahal Hill: 'He goes for the kill'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 30, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold believes he knows who could have the edge in the upcoming light heavyweight battle between Jiri Prochazka and Jamahal Hill. Both Prochazka and Hill have held UFC gold, but they’re coming off knockout losses to the current champion Alex Pereira. The two will share the Octagon on the UFC 311 card in hopes of holding on in the 205-pound title picture. For Hill, the path back to a title fight could be easier than for Prochazka, who has been defeated twice by “Poatan.”
Colby Covington reacts to corner wanting to throw in the towel at UFC Tampa
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2024
UFC fighter Colby Covington has reacted to his corner wanting to throw in the towel during his UFC Tampa main event. As we know, Colby Covington took on Joaquin Buckley in the main event of UFC Tampa. Unfortunately for Colby, it didn’t quite pan out the way he had planned. Instead of bouncing back from defeat, he suffered a doctor stoppage loss as a result of a nasty cut on his eye.
Darren Till's new Misfits Boxing opponent announced after Tommy Fury controversy
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2024
Former UFC star Darren Till’s new opponent for his upcoming appearance at Misfits Boxing has now been revealed. As we know, Darren Till was once a big name within the context of mixed martial arts. He was a top contender in the UFC’s welterweight division, and even had a crack at the world title. Alas, following defeat to Tyron Woodley, his career went into something of a decline.
Merab Dvalishvili compares himself to Mike Tyson and Jon Jones ahead of UFC 311
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili has made some big comparisons ahead of his next fight at UFC 311 Following his win over Sean O’Malley, Merab Dvalishvili is now the UFC bantamweight champion. His dominant triumph impressed the masses and, of course, welcomed a lot of intrigue from the rest of the bantamweight division.
Tom Aspinall predicts every male UFC champion by the end of 2025
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has taken the time to predict who will be the male UFC champions by the end of 2025. Everybody knows that Tom Aspinall is next in line for a shot at the undisputed heavyweight championship. Of course, until negotiations are finalized with Jon Jones, he isn’t able to actually prove that he’s the best heavyweight on the planet.
Kyoji Horiguchi intends to prove that he's the best flyweight on the planet in RIZIN Decade return: "That's my goal"
Josh Evanoff - December 27, 2024
RIZIN flyweight champion Kyoji Horiguchi wants to prove that he’s the best in the world. ‘The Typhoon’ hasn’t been seen in the ring since a bantamweight clash with Sergio Pettis in June. In a rematch of their Bellator 272 classic which saw ‘The Phenom’ score a knockout win, Kyoji Horiguchi dominated. After 15 minutes of action, he moved his unbeaten streak to five by unanimous decision.
Drake names Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor as his all-time favorite UFC fighters: "I love him with all my heart"
Josh Evanoff - December 27, 2024
Canadian rapper Drake has named Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor his favorite UFC fighters of all time. It’s no secret that the 38-year-old artist is a massive fan of combat sports. Over the last few years, many fans have seen Drake place massive, million-dollar wagers on MMA and boxing events. Some of his biggest bets include a $1.6 million bet on Israel Adesanya to defeat Alex Pereira in 2022, $1 million on Alexander Volkanovski to beat Yair Rodriguez, and $450,000 on Jon Jones to knock out Stipe Miocic.
Donald Cerrone officially re-enters testing pool as comeback looms
Cole Shelton - December 27, 2024
Donald Cerrone has taken a big step towards his looming return to the UFC. Cerrone recently revealed he will returning to fighting and on December 27, it was revealed he is back in the drug testing pool. Cerrone has submitted his first test since re-joining the pool, which will allow him to compete again. When exactly he re-entered the pool or when he’s eligible to fight is uncertain.
Former two-division UFC champion believes Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria is bigger fight than Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 27, 2024
A former UFC “champ-champ” believes Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria could be even bigger than Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall. Many fans have been clamoring for Jones vs. Aspinall given that it would settle who is the best heavyweight in the UFC. “Bones” holds the main title, while Aspinall has his hands on interim gold. While UFC CEO Dana White is looking to make that title unification bout a reality in 2025, is it possible that another mega fight tops that one?