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UFC star Dan Hooker turns down Rafael Fiziev's challenge
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
UFC sensation Dan Hooker isn’t interested in facing off against Rafael Fiziev in his next fight. Over the course of his last few fights, Dan Hooker has been able to inject new life into his career. While he’s still got work to do before being dubbed a title contender, his victory over Mateusz Gamrot was a real statement of intent. Moving forward, he’ll likely be looking forward as opposed to behind him in the rankings.
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley believes Ilia Topuria "needs" him
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley believes that featherweight champ Ilia Topuria “needs” him. Tonight, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili. It’s set to be an incredibly competitive, entertaining encounter, with many fans and pundits being split down the middle regarding who will get the job done.
Conor McGregor tells other promotions to "keep up" after BKFC announcement
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
Conor McGregor has told other promotions to “keep up” following the recent announcement of the BKFC and DAZN partnership. Bare-knuckle boxing has been on the rise for a good few years now. One of the premier reasons for that has been the success of BKFC, a promotion that blends together big name veterans and rising stars who want a chance to shine. Now, as we know, Conor McGregor is also part of the BKFC family.
Michael Chandler breaks silence after reports of UFC 309 return vs Charles Oliveira
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
Michael Chandler has broken his silence following reports that he will return against Charles Oliveira at UFC 309. As we know, Michael Chandler has been waiting a long time for his shot at Conor McGregor. Alas, it seems as if the American is tired of waiting. As per recent reports, Chandler and McGregor will not be squaring off next. Instead, the former Bellator sensation is rumored to be squaring off against Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 in an enticing rematch.
Conor McGregor rages at Michael Chandler after fight falls through: "Little Fat P****"
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
UFC superstar Conor McGregor broke his silence after Dana White’s recent admission that the promotion is moving away from the Michael Chandler fight. White, in a recent sit-down interview with Spinnin Backfist, said the UFC is working on a different fight for Chandler. It’s uncertain as of this writing if McGregor will still face Chandler upon his return to the cage.
Dana White says Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler is off, both set for different opponents
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White shared an update on the previously planned Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler matchup ahead of one of the biggest UFC events of the year. White, in a recent sitdown with Spinnin Backfist, said that McGregor will not face Chandler for his targeted UFC return. He said that both fighters will get new opponents for their next bouts and that Chandler “Doesn’t want to wait” any longer.
Henry Cejudo's coach confirms he's serious about a flyweight return "To save the division!"
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
Former UFC two-division titleholder Henry Cejudo is serious about a return to the flyweight division, per one of his longtime coaches. Cejudo hasn’t fought since a unanimous decision loss to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 298 in February. Dvalishvili will fight for the UFC bantamweight title this weekend against Sean O’Malley at UFC 306.
Aljamain Sterling responds to Sean O'Malley's "cute" theory about friendship with Merab Dvalishvili
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling responded to Sean O’Malley’s comments questioning the validity of his friendship with teammate Merab Dvalishvili. Sterling will likely be in Dvalishvili’s corner for UFC 306 this weekend in Las Vegas. Dvalishvili faces O’Malley for the UFC bantamweight title and a shot at winning a world championship.
Benson Henderson explains why he ended his retirement to sign with Misfits Boxing: "It's time for me to go have fun"
Josh Evanoff - September 13, 2024
Former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson is enjoying his time in retirement ahead of his boxing debut. ‘Smooth’ has been out of the cage since facing Usman Nurmagomedov last March at Bellator 292. With the lightweight title on the line, Benson Henderson was brutally finished in the first round. Following the defeat, the longtime fan favorite laid his gloves down on the mat and retired from MMA.
Dustin Poirier responds to Justin Gaethje's comments about UFC return, "Down" for trilogy
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
UFC lightweight superstars Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje could potentially be on one more collision course before both fighters eventually hang up the gloves. Poirier lost to UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 in June. Immediately after the submission loss, Poirier hinted that he was likely done competing, to the sound of pleading fans hoping for at least one more fight.
Dana White downplays potential brain trauma in Power Slap competitors: "We're all gonna die!"
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White was pressed about Power Slap in a recent interview ahead of one of the biggest cards in UFC history. White is hours away from his most ambitious project during his UFC tenure. UFC 306 at the Las Vegas Sphere is an unprecedented event at the one-of-a-kind venue, headlined by Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili.
Former Bellator champion Yaroslav Amosov hints at UFC run after promotional exit
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 13, 2024
Yaroslav Amosov, a former Bellator welterweight champion, has announced his departure from Bellator MMA and is teasing a UFC run. Amosov had been with Bellator since the summer of 2018. He went on a tear under the promotion, going 8-1. Along the way, the Ukrainian bruiser became Bellator’s 170-pound champion with one successful title defense and a unification win. He suffered the first loss of his pro MMA career after being stopped by Jason Jackson in late 2023.
UFC 306: 'O'Malley vs. Dvalishvili' weigh-in results: Both title fights official
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 13, 2024
The two title fights scheduled for the UFC 306 card this weekend have now been made official following the early weigh-ins. Before fight night, all 20 fighters stepped on the scale as Noche UFC comes at us this Saturday. There was even a weigh-in for Manon Fiorot. She is the backup option for the flyweight title fight between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko.
Israel Adesanya shares which country he believes will be “dominating” the UFC in years to come: “You’ll see like a wave”
Harry Kettle - September 13, 2024
Israel Adesanya has given his thoughts on what country he believes will be dominating the UFC in the years ahead. Throughout the course of his mixed martial arts career, Israel Adesanya has had his finger on the pulse. While he may not be champion right now, he’s still such a towering figure in the sport. From his past success to questions surrounding his future, his fanbase are always eager to know what he thinks.
Belal Muhammad explains why he switched his prediction for Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306: “If you’d have asked me maybe a month ago..”
Harry Kettle - September 13, 2024
Belal Muhammad has explained why he’s switched his prediction for this weekend’s main event between Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili. Tomorrow night, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili. In the eyes of many, this contest is just too close to call.
Video | Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili trade words during intense staredown for UFC 306
Harry Kettle - September 13, 2024
UFC title rivals Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili traded words ahead of their showdown at Noche UFC this weekend. On Saturday night, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili. It’s a fight that has been a long time coming, with Merab beating a parade of other top contenders in order to secure his shot at the gold. O’Malley, meanwhile, has beaten everyone he’s faced in mixed martial arts, and hopes to keep that streak going.
Sean O’Malley sounds off on “little f**king weasel” Henry Cejudo ahead of UFC 306: “I’m a nightmare for him”
Harry Kettle - September 13, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley has gone off on Henry Cejudo ahead of the former’s return to the cage tomorrow night. This weekend, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili. The expectation is that it’ll be a night to remember at the Sphere in Las Vegas, with these two fighters – who have drastically different styles – trading blows.
Matt Serra reflects on the downfall of The Ultimate Fighter pupil Jon ‘War Machine’ Koppenhaver: “He could’ve been helped!”
Curtis Calhoun - September 12, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Matt Serra believes Jon ‘War Machine’ Koppenhaver was a product of the company he decided to keep during his life and career. Serra coached Koppenhaver and other up-and-coming fighters on The Ultimate Fighter Season 6. Matt Hughes and Serra coached opposite each other ahead of their scheduled fight at UFC 79 in 2007.