MMA News
Raufeon Stots calls out “little boy” Danny Sabatello: "Who have you beaten that's worth any note?"
Zain Bando - November 15, 2023
Raufeon Stots and Danny Sabatello picked up right where they left off ahead of their Bellator 301 bantamweight rematch in Chicago. Amid their trash talk amongst each other, emotions ran high. The fued began ahead of Bellator 289 in December last year, where Raufeon Stots was able to secure a decision victory before ultimately losing to Patchy Mix in his next fight.
Leon Edwards denies knocking out Ian Machado Garry in training, gives his side of gym conflict
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2023
Leon Edwards says he never knocked out Ian Machado Garry in training as Paddy Pimblett claims. Garry recently came out and revealed he had been kicked out of Edwards’ gym and thought it was weak-minded. The gym then released a statement saying they didn’t like how Garry would just bounce around different gyms.
Conor McGregor opens up on UFC legend's record that he needs to break before retirement: "A nice aim for me"
Josh Evanoff - November 15, 2023
Former UFC dual-weight champion Conor McGregor needs three more knockout wins to catch Anderson Silva. ‘The Notorious’ is currently expected to return to the octagon at some point in 2024. Having been out of action since his July 2021 trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier, Conor McGregor recently coached The Ultimate Fighter opposite Michael Chandler. As of now, that fight with ‘Iron Mike’ is being expected for April.
Jake Paul believes Nate Diaz rematch will still happen: "He's going to need or want the money"
Josh Evanoff - November 15, 2023
Jake Paul is confident that he will meet Nate Diaz again, either in the PFL or in the boxing ring. ‘The Problem Child ‘recently booked his return to the ring for next month in Orlando. There, Jake Paul will face professional boxer Andre August, who enters the matchup holding a 10-1-1 record. Famously, the YouTuber was last seen in August, scoring a unanimous decision win over Nate Diaz.
Dwayne Johnson opens up on previous interest in fighting in PRIDE: "I'm going to get f*cked up"
Josh Evanoff - November 15, 2023
Dwayne Johnson now works closely with the UFC, but nearly joined their main competitor two decades ago. ‘The Rock’ is famously one of the biggest stars in professional wrestling history. However, many MMA fans likely aren’t aware that his success wasn’t automatic. In 1997, Dwayne Johnson was famously on the outs with the company, as fans badly hated him. As a result, he began to look to a different sport.
Conor McGregor claims he's "in" to make his return at UFC 300: "I am confident we get the set date"
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2023
Conor McGregor says he will be making his return at UFC 300. McGregor hasn’t fought since July of 2021 when he broke his leg in the trilogy match against Dustin Poirier. Since then, he left the USADA testing pool but has since re-entered as he’s getting close to returning to the Octagon.
Francis Ngannou officially added to the WBC heavyweight rankings
Susan Cox - November 15, 2023
Francis Ngannou has been officially added to the WBC heavyweight rankings. The former UFC heavyweight champion is now sitting at No. 10 in the WBC heavyweight rankings following his split decision loss to Tyson Fury in his professional boxing debut last month.
Jamahal Hill vows to stand-and-trade with Alex Pereira: "I do not plan on taking him down"
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2023
Jamahal Hill says he wants to stand-and-trade with Alex Pereira. Pereira became the light heavyweight champion with a second-round knockout win over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 295. He won the title after Hill vacated the belt due to tearing his Achilles, and wanted the division to move on.
Francis Ngannou says fans should blame the UFC for Jon Jones fight not coming to fruition: “We both were asking for it”
Susan Cox - November 15, 2023
Francis Ngannou is saying that fans should blame the UFC for Jon Jones fight not coming to fruition. While Ngannou (17-3 MMA) was still with the UFC he did want to battle Jon Jones (27-1 MMA) in the Octagon.
Former MMA champion pleads with Mackenzie Dern to make changes to her training: “Get your ass into a judo gym or into a wrestling”
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2023
Former Strikeforce champion Josh Thomson has given his thoughts on what Mackenzie Dern can do to improve her game. Last weekend, Mackenzie Dern fell to 3-3 in her last six fights as she was decisively beaten by UFC veteran Jessica Andrade. The two battled it out on the main card of UFC 295, and from the word go, Dern just didn’t seem to be comfortable. She left her chin high, she looked off balance, and she didn’t seem at all prepared for the power coming her way from Andrade.
Coach John Kavanagh admits he was worried about Conor McGregor’s mental health after lengthy UFC hiatus: “I'm not going to lie”
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2023
John Kavanagh has admitted that he was concerned about Conor McGregor’s mental health following his long spell away from MMA. When it comes to star value in mixed martial arts, nobody is bigger than Conor McGregor. Even after more than two years away from the Octagon, the Irishman is still seen as a megastar in the sport.
Dustin Poirier “definitely open” to the idea of a trilogy fight with Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2023
Dustin Poirier has confirmed his interest in a potential trilogy fight against Justin Gaethje, perhaps at UFC 300 next year. Earlier this year at UFC 291, Dustin Poirier battled it out with Justin Gaethje over the BMF championship. After a competitive first round, ‘The Highlight’ was able to knock Poirier out cold with a nasty head kick.
Patchy Mix admits he was unsure Bellator 301 title fight would happen, vows to "break" Sergio Pettis
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Patchy Mix wasn’t sure if he was going to get the chance to fight Sergio Pettis. After Mix knocked out Raufeon Stots back in April to become the interim champ and the grand prix winner, it secured him a title shot. He was booked to face the bantamweight champ, Sergio Pettis at Bellator 301. But, with all the rumors that the promotion would be sold, Mix wasn’t sure if this fight was going to happen.
Chase Hooper says UFC Vegas 82 fight against Jordan Leavitt is a battle of the "two of the least intimidating guys in UFC history"
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Chase Hooper believes he’s finally coming into his own as a fighter. Hooper is set for his second lightweight fight in the UFC as he takes on Jordan Leavitt this Saturday night at UFC Vegas 82. It will be just his second fight this year, as he previously beat Nick Fiore by decision in May.
Dana White pushes back over Donald Trump support: “Go f*** yourself.”
Zain Bando - November 14, 2023
By now, it’s well-known that UFC CEO Dana White has no filter, even regarding business relationships. Dana White, company president since 2001, appeared on Theo Von’s “This Past Weekend” podcast to discuss various topics. Still, most of the episode focused on building a successful business, allowing White to go on another classic rant.
Dillon Danis announces retirement from fighting
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Dillon Danis appears to be walking away from the fight game. Danis returned to combat sports back in October when he fought and lost to Logan Paul in his boxing debut. It was his first fight since June of 2019 when he fought at Bellator 222.
Cory Sandhagen doesn't think Umar Nurmagomedov deserves rebooking after pulling out of their fight in August
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Cory Sandhagen doesn’t think it makes sense for him to be rebooked against Umar Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen was supposed to headline UFC Nashville back in August against Nurmagomedov. But, just over two weeks before the fight, Nurmagomedov withdrew due to an injury and was replaced by Rob Font.
Francis Ngannou confirms that Tyson Fury bout paid more than entire MMA career: "The Royal Treatment"
Josh Evanoff - November 14, 2023
PFL heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou is still buzzing after his boxing match with Tyson Fury. ‘The Predator’ made his boxing debut last month in Saudi Arabia. The event marked a lot of firsts for Francis Ngannou, as the bout with Tyson Fury was his first since leaving the UFC. Famously, his exit was marred with controversy and a feud with Dana White over not being paid what he felt he was worth.