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Rose Namajunas explains how previous Ronda Rousey comparisons affected her first fight with Carla Esparza: “You don’t really think anybody’s on your level”
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2022
UFC strawweight champion Rose Namajunas has explained how being compared to Ronda Rousey impacted her against Carla Esparza. This Saturday night at UFC 274, Rose Namajunas will attempt to cement her status as the best strawweight on the planet when she goes head to head with Carla Esparza. The two women have met before when they battled for the inaugural strawweight belt in December 2014 and on that night, Esparza submitted ‘Thug Rose’ and captured the title.
UFC Rankings Update: Marlon Vera enters bantamweight top five following win over Rob Font
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2022
Marlon Vera has officially entered the top five of the UFC’s bantamweight division after his win over Rob Font. Heading into Saturday night’s main event in Las Vegas, many wondered whether or not Marlon Vera had improved his game enough to earn the biggest win of his career to date. In the end, he surprised a lot of people by overcoming Rob Font’s impressive boxing with some incredible power and precision of his own.
Chael Sonnen claims Dan Hooker’s name is on the short list of possible opponents for Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2022
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen believes there’s a chance Dan Hooker could serve as Conor McGregor’s return opponent. The return of Conor McGregor has been a hot topic within the mixed martial arts world ever since his leg injury last summer. A variety of names have been thrown out there regarding who he can take on upon returning but as of yet, we don’t have a definitive answer as to who is going to get the call.
Nate Diaz scoffs at Justin Gaethje’s claim that he’s jealous: “Jealous of what?”
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2022
UFC star Nate Diaz has laughed off the claim of Justin Gaethje that he’s jealous of the lightweight title challenger. Ever since the two-fight series with Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz has easily been one of the most popular figures in mixed martial arts. While he may not always land in the win column, he knows how to have a fun scrap and certainly has the personality needed to make waves in the mainstream media.
Blagoy Ivanov plans to be better than ever when he competes for the first time in two years at UFC 274: “There won’t be any ring rust”
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Blagoy Ivanov will finally be making the walk to the Octagon again. Ivanov is set to face Marcos Rogerio de Lima on Saturday at UFC 274 which will be the first time he’s fought since May 30, 2020. Since then, Ivanov has been dealing with some injuries but he says after intense rehab, he is finally healthy again and feels better than ever.
Kamaru Usman responds to Jake Paul mocking his Canelo Alvarez callout: "You and me locked in a room, who makes it out alive?"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman wasn’t a fan of Jake Paul poking fun at his Canelo Alvarez callout. Over the last few months, ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ has been searching for a boxing match with the Mexican superstar. At first, Alvarez completely downplayed a matchup with the UFC champion. However, he’s since noted that he’d be open to fighting him, just not now.
Dan Hooker announces he will be returning to lightweight: "Put a fork in it, I'm out of the conversation at featherweight"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
UFC featherweight Dan Hooker has announced that he’s going to be returning to 155 pounds. ‘The Hangman’ was last seen in action at UFC London against Arnold Allen. Hooker’s first bout at featherweight since 2016 ended in a dramatic fashion. Allen demolished the New Zealander, finishing him via TKO in the first round. Some, including Israel Adesanya, thought the finish might’ve been premature.
What's next for Marlon Vera and Rob Font after UFC Vegas 53?
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 53, a bantamweight bout headlined the card as Marlon Vera was looking to break into the top-five against Rob Font. Vera entered the fight coming off a KO win over Frankie Edgar back at UFC 268, this after defeating Davey Grant by decision to get back into the win column after losing to Jose Aldo. He also holds a notable win over Sean O’Malley, which is the only time ‘Suga‘ has lost.
Marlon Vera calls out Dominick Cruz after former champion passed on the fight previously: "I'm ranked above you right now motherf*cker"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
UFC bantamweight contender Marlon Vera has an idea of who he wants to fight next. ‘Chito’ is aiming for a fight with former champion Dominick Cruz. Vera was last seen in action last Saturday night against Rob Font in the main event of UFC Vegas 53. The 29-year-old scored the biggest victory in his career, defeating the Boston-native via unanimous decision.
Holly Holm reveals interest in moving back to boxing for Katie Taylor matchup: "It does get me excited"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
Former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm has her eyes set on a return to the ring. The former boxer is interested in fighting lightweight champion Katie Taylor next. ‘KT’ and Amanda Serrano are fresh off the biggest fight in women’s boxing history. The two champions headlined Madison Square Garden, a first for a female fight. The bout ended up living up to the hype, at times, a rarity in boxing.
Charles Oliveira believes Justin Gaethje's only skill is his KO power: "That's all he's got, a hand"
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Charles Oliveira doesn’t think highly of Justin Gaethje’s skillset. Oliveira is looking to defend his lightweight title for the second time in the main event of UFC 274 when he faces Gaethje. It’s an intriguing matchup as Gaethje has nasty KO power, while Oliveira has the skills to submit the American.
Henry Cejudo offers to train Jake Paul for MMA at Fight Ready: I will take care of him”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Henry Cejudo is offering up his services to train Jake Paul for MMA. ‘Triple C’, 35, is a former professional mixed martial artist and freestyle wrestler. Cejudo is the former Ultimate Fighting Championship Flyweight Champion and Bantamweight Champion.
Justin Gaethje reveals the critical error he made in title fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov: “I'll never do that again”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Justin Gaethje has revealed the critical error he made in his title fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov. It was Gaethje (23-3 MMA) vs Nurmagomed (29-0 MMA) in the lightweight main event back in October of 2020 at UFC 254. The outcome was another check mark in the win column for Khabib.
Michael Bisping shares his prediction for Rose Namajunas vs. Carla Esparza 2: “I think it’s going to be a stoppage”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Michael Bisping is sharing his prediction for the upcoming Rose Namajunas vs Carla Exparza 2. It will be this coming Saturday, May 7th at UFC 274 that the long-awaited rematch between Carla Esparza (19-6 MMA) and UFC strawweight champion Rose Namajunas (12-4 MMA) will take place in the co-main event.
Joe Rogan lauds Marlon Vera for his performance at UFC Vegas 53: “It’s so inspiring watching his hard work pay off!”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Joe Rogan is lauding Marlon Vera for his UFC Vegas 53 performance. UFC Vegas 53 took place on Saturday April 30th, 2022 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Shu-Ki Fita #14: YS.14
Chris Taylor - May 2, 2022
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Yoel Romero receives new opponent for Bellator 280 after Melvin Manhoef suffers injury while apprehending three burglars
Harry Kettle - May 2, 2022
Yoel Romero has received a new opponent for Bellator 280 following the recent withdrawal of Melvin Manhoef. While he may now be entering his mid-40s, Yoel Romero is still one of the most feared fighters out there – largely due to the reputation he’s been building throughout the course of his time in mixed martial arts.
Urijah Faber explains why TJ Dillashaw vs. Aljamain Sterling is the fight to make
Harry Kettle - May 2, 2022
Urijah Faber has explained why TJ Dillashaw vs Aljamain Sterling is the fight that needs to be made at bantamweight. Following on from Aljamain Sterling’s win over Petr Yan at UFC 273, fans have been wondering who the champion will defend the belt against next. The division is as stacked as it’s ever been but in terms of top contenders, the two in the running right now are TJ Dillashaw and Jose Aldo.