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Movsar Evloev fires back at Aljamain Sterling over PED claims: "He will answer about his words"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 9, 2024
Movsar Evloev has hit back at Aljamain Sterling amid banned substance accusations. Sterling has expressed his belief that Evloev isn’t fighting fair. More recently, Sterling was interviewed by “Home of Fight” and said he’s heard from others who claim the Russian grappler isn’t a clean athlete.
Coach explains what Merab Dvalishvili must do to defeat Sean O'Malley at UFC 306
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 9, 2024
The coach of Merab Dvalishvili, Ray Longo, has detailed what his fighter must do in order to take the UFC Bantamweight Championship from Sean O’Malley. Merab will challenge O’Malley for the 135-pound gold in the main event of the historic UFC 306 event. The card will be taking place inside the Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event has been heavily hyped by UFC CEO Dana White as being one of a kind. There’s no doubt that the two headliners want to walk out of the big show with gold.
Dana White still isn't eager to host UFC events in stadiums
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White still isn’t convinced by holding events in stadiums, even in Las Vegas. As we know, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will head to the Sphere in Las Vegas for the first time this weekend. They will be putting on what promises to be a blockbuster show, with many being fascinated to find out exactly what it’s going to look like.
Brandon Moreno says recent MMA hiatus has him “very motivated” to fight at UFC Edmonton: “I find myself in a really good moment”
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
Brandon Moreno believes his recent MMA hiatus has left him feeling motivated ahead of his return at UFC Edmonton. For the longest time, Brandon Moreno was one of the top dogs at flyweight alongside Deiveson Figueiredo. Now, however, following two losses on the bounce, the Mexican sensation is in need of a big win to get back in the title picture. At UFC Edmonton later this year, he’ll try to get that win when he battles Amir Albazi.
Sean O’Malley vows to KO “sloppy” Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306: “This fight is going to end brutal”
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
Sean O’Malley has vowed to knock Merab Dvalishvili out this weekend in their UFC 306 main event at the Sphere. This weekend, the Ultimate Fighting Championship heads to the Sphere in Las Vegas for the first time. As part of the event, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili in what promises to be a blockbuster showdown.
Dana White isn’t sure that The Sphere will work well for UFC 306 fights: “We won’t know until it’s over”
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has admitted that he doesn’t know how well the fights will work at the Sphere. It’s safe to say that the Ultimate Fighting Championship has put a lot of time and energy into their debut event at the Sphere. They’ve put so much into it, in fact, that there’s a chance it’ll be the only time they ever put on a show there.
Natalia Silva sets sight on gold following UFC Vegas 97 win over Jessica Andrade: "I will be ready"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Natalia Silva is itching to get a chance to fight for gold following her UFC Vegas 97 win over Jessica Andrade. The win over Andrade this past Saturday in “Sin City” extended Silva’s winning streak to 12. She has not suffered a loss since December 2017, which was a unanimous decision defeat to Marina Rodriguez.
Robert Whittaker spars with boxing champion Jai Opetaia: "He’s one of the best in the world"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is in awe after sparring with IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia. Whittaker and Opetaia have pivotal matchups coming up in their respective combat sports. “The Reaper” will be taking on Khamzat Chimaev on October 26th. Just two weeks earlier, Opetaia will be putting his boxing gold at stake against Jack Massey on October 12.
Sean O’Malley shares theory on friendship between Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley isn’t so sure that Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili are the friends they say they are. O’Malley is set to put his gold at stake against Dvalishvili in the main event of UFC 306. O’Malley has already beaten Merab’s teammate, Sterling, to capture the 135-pound gold. Now, it’s Dvalishvili’s turn for a title bout.
Dana White reacts to Demetrious Johnson's retirement: "Incredible career he had"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his take on legendary MMA fighter Demetrious Johnson announcing his retirement. During the ONE Championship 168 event, Johnson announced that he is walking away from pro MMA competition. “Mighty Mouse” leaves the sport having held UFC and ONE gold. He also snagged the record for the most successful consecutive UFC title defenses.
Gilbert Burns undecided on future following UFC Vegas 97 loss to Sean Brady
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Gilbert Burns has reflected on his recent loss to Sean Brady. Burns and Brady shared the Octagon inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas this past Saturday night. After five rounds of action, Brady was awarded the unanimous decision victory. The defeat hurts “Durinho’s” chances of returning to title contention. The 38 year-old has now dropped three straight bouts.
Jorge Masvidal wants to fight former champion Leon Edwards in his UFC return: “He’s 0-1 against me. Let’s go!”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Jorge Masvidal is planning to make his comeback in MMA, and he’s setting his sights on former UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. Masvidal hasn’t been inside the Octagon since 2023 when he was defeated by Gilbert Burns via unanimous decision. “Gamebred” decided to hang up his gloves, but he did end up having a boxing match against his former foe Nate Diaz, falling short via majority decision.
Rongzhu suffered multiple facial fractures in TKO loss to Chris Padilla at UFC Vegas 97
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2024
UFC fighter Rongzhu suffered a handful of facial fractures in his brutal TKO defeat at the hands of Chris Padilla. After being released by the Ultimate Fighting Championship a few year back, Rongzhu worked hard to get back to the big dance. Through the Road to UFC showcase, he went 3-0 and earned a contract with the company once again. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a winning return last night against Chris Padilla.
Video | Lorenz Larkin stops Levan Chokheli in the first round at Bellator San Diego
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2024
Lorenz Larkin picked up a huge win over Levan Chokheli last night in their battle at Bellator San Diego. Over the course of the last 15 years, Lorenz Larkin has served as an interesting case study in mixed martial arts. For the longest time, he was viewed as someone who has the potential to be a real superstar. In equal measure, some of his appearances inside the cage didn’t quite live up to the hype.
UFC Vegas 97 Bonus Report: Steve Garcia one of four fighters to take home an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady. The highly anticipated welterweight main event proved to be a hard fought back and forth affair. Sean Brady was able to find a consistent home for his 1-2 and low kick throughout the fight, making it difficult for Gilbert Burns to find a way inside. Although ‘Durinho’ had some moments in the twenty-five-minute contest, it was clear that after five rounds of action Brady had done more than enough to get the victory.
Pros react after Sean Brady defeats Gilbert Burns at UFC Vegas 97
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 event was headlined by a key welterweight showdown between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady. Burns (22-8 MMA) entered the contest with hopes of snapping his two-fight losing skid. ‘Durinho’ was of course coming off losses to Jack Della Maddalena and Belal Muhammad in his two most previous efforts. Prior to those setbacks, Burns had put together back-t0-back victories over Jorge Masvidal and Neil Magny respectively.
UFC Vegas 97 Results: Sean Brady defeats Gilbert Burns (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Pros react after Natalia Silva defeats Jessica Andrade at UFC Vegas 97
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 fight card was co-headlined by a key women’s flyweight bout featuring Jessica Andrade taking on Natalia Silva. Andrade (26-13 MMA) had entered the contest sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring victories over Mackenzie Dern and Marina Rodriguez in her two previous efforts. Prior to those wins, the former strawweight queen was coming off three straight defeats against opponents Erin Blanchfield, Yan Xiaonan and Tatiana Suarez.
UFC Vegas 97 Results: Natalia Silva defeats Jessica Andrade (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 results, including the co-main event between Jessica Andrade and Natalia Silva. Andrade (26-12 MMA) will enter the contest on a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring victories over Mackenzie Dern and Marina Rodriguez respectively. Prior to those wins, the former strawweight queen had suffered three straight defeats against opponents Erin Blanchfield, Yan Xiaonan and Tatiana Suarez.