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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.
Islam Makhachev's retirement timeframe possibly revealed by coach, UFC super fight against Ilia Topuria dismissed
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 16, 2024
Islam Makhachev might ride off into the sunset sooner than fans are hoping for. Makhachev is the reigning UFC lightweight champion. He’s scheduled to put his gold at stake against Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC 311 on January 18th. If he’s able to emerge victorious, then it would be the fourth successful title defense for the 155-pound ruler.
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.
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.
UFC star Conor McGregor teases 'good news' breaking soon
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC star Conor McGregor has teased that good news is coming as speculation over his mixed martial arts future continues. Over the course of the last few years, fans have been wondering when we’re going to see Conor McGregor get back in the cage. By the time we get to summer 2025, it would’ve been four years since he last competed. At this point, it’s truly unclear as to whether or not it’ll even happen.
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 shuts down title shot request from Manel Kape despite UFC Tampa performance
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Despite his stellar showing at UFC Tampa, Manel Kape will not be getting the next crack at UFC flyweight gold. Kape was in action this past Saturday night against Bruno Gustavo da Silva. The bout was initially marred by fouls from da Silva, but Kape was able to overcome the low blows and scored a scintillating third-round TKO finish. Kape barked at UFC CEO Dana White, pounding the table for a shot at Alexandre Pantoja for the UFC Flyweight Championship.
Dana White confirms discussions for Dustin Poirier's next fight as 'The Diamond' nears retirement
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Dana White and the UFC brass on working on something for Dustin Poirier as “The Diamond” nears the end of his prizefighting career. Poirier has been hinting at his next fight being his last, as the soon-to-be 36-year-old isn’t interested in climbing back up the 155-pound ladder in hopes of securing a final title opportunity. In all likelihood, Poirier had his last UFC championship bout against Islam Makhachev back in June. “The Diamond” was submitted in the fifth round despite a hard-fought effort.
Joaquin Buckley vows to take over welterweight division in 2025 following dominant UFC Tampa win over Colby Covington
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Joaquin Buckley made a statement at UFC Tampa, and he’s hoping it’s a sneak preview of things ahead next year. In the final UFC event of 2024, Buckley took on former interim UFC welterweight titleholder Colby Covington. The fight headlined UFC Tampa inside Amalie Arena. Buckley allowed his standup to shine thanks to his solid takedown defense. Covington struggled to deal with the striking skills of “New Mansa” despite having a sturdy chin.
Cub Swanson won't rule out another fight, but admits 'storybook ending' might win out following UFC Tampa
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Cub Swanson can walk away from the sport of MMA on a high note, but he hasn’t decided if UFC Tampa was his swan song. Swanson was featured in the co-main event of UFC Tampa this past Saturday night. He shared the Octagon with Billy Quarantillo. This one was a competitive fight all the way until the finish in round three. Swanson scored the knockout victory and earned his eighth “Fight of the Night” bonus.
Pros react after Joaquin Buckley TKO's Colby Covington at UFC Tampa
Chris Taylor - December 14, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Tampa event was headlined by a key welterweight contest featuring Joaquin Buckley taking on Colby Covington. Buckley (24-3 MMA) had entered tonight’s contest sporting a five-fight winning streak, his most previous victory being a knockout of former title challenger Stephen Thompson this past October in Salt Lake City. ‘New Mansa’ had gone 9-1 over his past ten Octagon appearances prior to tonight’s event.
UFC Tampa Results: Joaquin Buckley stops Colby Covington (Video)
Chris Taylor - December 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Tampa results, including the welterweight main event between Joaquin Buckley and Colby Covington. Buckley (23-3 MMA) will enter tonight’s contest sporting a five-fight winning streak, his latest being a knockout victory over former title challenger Stephen Thompson this past October in Salt Lake City. ‘New Mansa’ has gone 9-1 over his past ten Octagon appearances overall.
UFC Tampa Results: Cub Swanson KO's Billy Quarantillo (Video)
Chris Taylor - December 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Tampa results, including the co-main event between Cub Swanson and Billy Quarantillo. Swanson (29-14 MMA) most recently competed at June’s UFC 303 event, where he dropped a split decision to Andre Fili. ‘Killer Cub’ has gone 3-3 over his past six Octagon appearances overall.
UFC Tampa Results: Daniel Marcos defeats Adrian Yanez (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - December 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Tampa results, including the men’s bantamweight bout between Daniel Marcos and Adrian Yanez. Yanez (17-5 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a first-round knockout victory over Vinicius Salvador at May’s UFC Vegas 92 event. That victory snapped a two-fight losing skid for the 31-year-old, as Yanez had previously dropped fights to Jonathan Martinez and Rob Font respectively.
Two huge fights announced for UFC Saudi Arabia
Harry Kettle - December 14, 2024
Two huge fights have been announced for UFC Saudi Arabia – including one involving former champion Israel Adesanya. For the UFC, 2025 is going to be a big year – as is the case for most years with the mixed martial arts leader. There are emerging contenders, interesting veterans and top champions littered throughout every division. In addition to a few blockbuster pay-per-view events to kickstart the year, they’ll also be returning to Saudi Arabia on February 1.
Nate Diaz continues to tease Jake Paul over possible MMA fight
Harry Kettle - December 14, 2024
Former UFC star Nate Diaz continues to tease Jake Paul over the idea of a possible showdown in mixed martial arts. As we know, once upon a time, Nate Diaz and Jake Paul fought one another in a boxing match. On that occasion, it was Paul who managed to get his hand raised. Ever since then, however, there’s been talk of the two running it back in a mixed martial arts setting.