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UFC legend thinks Colby Covington's trash talk has carried him for years, but time may have run out following UFC Tampa
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 17, 2024
One former UFC bruiser believes Colby Covington’s gift of gab has carried him long enough. Covington was back inside the Octagon for the final UFC event of 2024. He went one-on-one with surging welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley in the UFC Tampa headliner. It was a chance for Covington to establish that he’s still a major player at 170 pounds. Simply put, “Chaos” struggled with the standup of Buckley and a cut over his eyelid marked the end of the fight in round three.
Islam Makhachev predicts finish over Arman Tsarukyan in UFC 311 rematch: 'I know everything what he can do'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 17, 2024
Islam Makhachev believes he will score a finish over Arman Tsarukyan in their scheduled rematch. Makhachev is set to put his lightweight gold at stake against Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC 311 inside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The title clash will be held on January 18th.
Aljamain Sterling believes UFC 310 loss to Movsar Evloev should be treated as win or draw: 'That's honestly just how I feel'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 17, 2024
Aljamain Sterling doesn’t believe his spot on the UFC featherweight rankings should take a hit despite losing to Movsar Evloev. Sterling and Evloev shared the Octagon on the preliminary portion of the UFC 310 card earlier this month. It was a competitive fight that went the distance, and Evloev was awarded the unanimous decision victory. Sterling said he’s heard from fans who gave him the nod over Evloev.
Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz in MMA could reportedly happen in 2025
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2024
A recent report indicates that Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz in a mixed martial arts cage could actually happen in 2025. As we know, Jake Paul and Nate Diaz aren’t big fans of one another. They competed against each other in the boxing ring, with Paul being the one who came out on top in that instance. However, ever since then, there’s been further discussions surrounding the possibility of them running it back in mixed martial arts.
Jon Jones gives “big shoutout” to Colby Covington following UFC Tampa: “We all appreciate the sacrifice”
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has taken a shot at Colby Covington following his loss at UFC Tampa last weekend. As we know, Colby Covington is one of the most controversial figures we’ve seen in mixed martial arts. He constantly tries to create controversy or get a rise out of people, and for the most part, he finds a lot of success in that. However, in his last few fights, the wheels seem to have fallen off quite a bit.
Colby Covington shuts down retirement talk after UFC Tampa loss: "This is just the beginning for me"
Cole Shelton - December 16, 2024
Colby Covington believes he still has plenty left in his career after his loss at UFC Tampa. Covington suffered a third-round doctor stoppage loss to Joaquin Buckley due to a nasty cut above his eye. It was Covington’s second straight loss and given he’s turning 37 in February, many wondered what the future would hold for him.
Ryan Garcia suffers wrist injury, postpones boxing return against RIZIN kickboxer Rukiya Anpo
Josh Evanoff - December 16, 2024
Ryan Garcia’s return to the boxing ring at RIZIN 49 will have to wait. ‘KingRy’ hasn’t been seen in action since his clash with fellow star Devin Haney in April. While the bout was the first time the two met in a professional boxing match, they had faced off six times in the amateurs. The two split the series 3-3, but Ryan Garcia entered their pro fight a massive underdog. However, he wound up dominating ‘The Dream’ in New York.
WATCH | Chael Sonnen consoles Colby Covington following brutal loss at UFC Tampa
Josh Evanoff - December 16, 2024
Colby Covington has released footage of his conversation with Chael Sonnen following his loss at UFC Tampa. ‘Chaos’ returned over the weekend in the Sunshine State. Back for the first time since a unanimous decision loss to Leon Edwards last December, Colby Covington faced the fastly rising Joaquin Buckley. The former interim welterweight champion took the fight on short notice, stepping in after Ian Machado Garry was pulled to face Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310.
Patricio Pitbull aiming for UFC signing after requesting release from PFL: "For me it's about legacy"
Josh Evanoff - December 16, 2024
Bellator featherweight champion Patricio Pitbull is ready to head to the UFC. The Brazilian hasn’t been seen in the cage since a clash with Jeremy Kennedy in March at Bellator Champions Series 1. The bout was the first title defense, of his third stint with featherweight gold and he made it look easy. In round three, Patricio Pitbull put ‘The Bandit’ away with a devastating combination to earn a knockout win.
Chael Sonnen reveals he was about to throw in the towel for Colby Covington before doctor stoppage
Cole Shelton - December 16, 2024
Chael Sonnen was going to end the UFC Tampa main event had the doctor not. Just seconds before the end of the third round, the doctor got called in to look at a nasty cut above Covington’s eye. The doctor ended up stopping the fight which Dana White didn’t think would have happened had the fight been in Las Vegas. However, Covington’s new coach, Sonnen said he saw how bad the cut was and was about to throw in the towel.
Jan Blachowicz explains why he isn't sold on Magomed Ankalaev dethroning UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 16, 2024
Jan Blachowicz doesn’t believe Magomed Ankalaev has shown anything that leads him to believe he can dethrone Alex Pereira. Pereira is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion. It’s become clear that Ankalaev has done enough to be his next title challenger, as he’s gone 11-0-1. 1 NC in his last 13 fights. The title fight has not been made official at this time.
Colby Covington claims he would've turned the tide against Joaquin Buckley if UFC Tampa fight wasn't stopped
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 16, 2024
Colby Covington has spoken out following his TKO loss to Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa. Covington and Buckley shared the Octagon inside the Amalie Arena this past Saturday night. This was the final UFC fight of 2024. Buckley’s standup proved to be a major issue for Covington. “New Mansa” opened up a cut on Covington’s eyelid that got worse as the fight went on.
Dustin Poirier torches Michael Chandler after recent shot on social media
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC legend Dustin Poirier has torched Michael Chandler on social media following a recent back and forth between them. One thing we know to be true about Dustin Poirier is that he keeps it real. Regardless of whether he wins or loses inside the cage, he is just so likable in the eyes of the mixed martial arts community because he goes out there and leaves it all in the Octagon.
Michael Johnson calls for huge rematch against Justin Gaethje
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC veteran Michael Johnson has called for a rematch against Justin Gaethje following his knockout win over Ottman Azaitar. Ever since his appearance on The Ultimate Fighter all those years ago, Michael Johnson has been an ever-present fighter in the UFC. He has fought some of the best of the best, and to the shock of many, he’s actually got some major wins under his belt.
Belal Muhammad takes a shot at Colby Covington following his loss at UFC Tampa
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad has taken a shot at Colby Covington following his loss at UFC Tampa. Last weekend, Colby Covington fell short in his attempt to get back in the win column at welterweight. He went up against Joaquin Buckley in the main event of the show in Florida, and in the end, it was a doctor stoppage that led to his downfall after he suffered a nasty cut on his eye.
Khabib Nurmagomedov makes it clear that he doesn't coach Belal Muhammad
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov has made it crystal clear that he doesn’t actually coach Belal Muhammad. Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the greatest fighters in UFC history and we all know that to be true. He retired from mixed martial arts as an unbeaten fighter, and he did so with one of the most impressive runs in the history of the sport – and that’s us putting it lightly.
Dana White believes Colby Covington is at peace with UFC Tampa stoppage: 'The cut was bothering him big time'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
In the aftermath of UFC Tampa, Dana White doesn’t believe Colby Covington was too upset with the doctor’s stoppage. Covington shared the Octagon with Joaquin Buckley inside Amalie Arena this past Saturday night. “Chaos” was outmatched on the feet despite his toughness. While Covington was able to get Buckley down on the mat, his control didn’t last long. “New Mansa” also had effective takedown defense and opened up a cut on Covington’s eyelid.
Dana White heaps praise on UFC production team, demands awards following show at the Sphere
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has high praise for his production team. Back in September, the UFC made its debut in the Sphere in Las Vegas. It was a special occasion for the UFC, as the promotion pumped millions of dollars into the show to present a unique experience for those in attendance, as well as fans watching at home.