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Check out the official trailer for UFC 274: Oliveira vs. Gaethje (Video)
Harry Kettle - April 12, 2022
The official trailer for UFC 274 has been released with the main event between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje being heavily featured. The blockbuster pay-per-view will go down on May 7 at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. While there are plenty of mouth-watering clashes to get excited about from the top of the card to the bottom, there are three fights that are particularly fascinating for MMA fans around the world.
Alex Volkanovski shares his thoughts on Korean Zombie stoppage at UFC 273: “Sometimes people being so tough, it’s worse for their own good”
Harry Kettle - April 12, 2022
UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski has suggested The Korean Zombie was “too tough” for his own good at UFC 273. In the main event on Saturday night, Alex Volkanovski put on an absolute clinic to defeat Chan Sung Jung, aka The Korean Zombie, and retain his belt. “The Great” lived up to his nickname with an utterly dominant performance that reminded the masses of a key fact – he’s easily one of the best fighters in the world right now.
Chael Sonnen says Aljamain Sterling purposefully "gave away" rounds at UFC 273 against Petr Yan: "He could have won all five"
Josh Evanoff - April 11, 2022
Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen has given his take on Aljamain Sterling’s victory over Petr Yan at UFC 273. Last weekend, ‘Funk Master’ and ‘No Mercy’ collided for the first time since their controversial March 2021 disqualification. With the victory, Sterling became the first-ever fighter to win a title via DQ at UFC 259.
T.J. Dillashaw reflects upon flyweight move and drug-test failure: "I f*cked up man"
Josh Evanoff - April 11, 2022
UFC bantamweight T.J. Dillashaw has reflected upon his failed move to flyweight. ‘Killashaw’ is now seemingly set to face Aljamian Sterling later this year for the UFC’s 135-pound crown. However, it’s been a rough three years for the former UFC bantamweight champion. The rough patch began when he attempted a move down to flyweight in 2019.
Alexander Volkanovski doesn't take Henry Cejudo entering USADA pool seriously: "He needs to prove himself"
Josh Evanoff - April 11, 2022
It’s safe to say that UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski doesn’t take Henry Cejudo too seriously. ‘Triple C’ entered the USADA pool over the weekend. The move was seemingly confirmed that the former champion was set upon returning. Cejudo has teased a return to the octagon since he retired in May 2020, mainly that he would fight at 145-pounds soon.
Nick Diaz will "fight by the end of the year," reveals his coach
Cole Shelton - April 11, 2022
Nick Diaz will fight again in 2022, his coach has revealed. Cesar Gracie, the head coach of Cesar Gracie BJJ and the coach of the elder Diaz brother, took to social media to reveal that Nick will fight again this year. The news came as a surprise to many, as there had been no talk about Nick Diaz competing again since his loss to Robbie Lawler last year.
The UFC parts ways with three more fighters including Alex Oliveira
Susan Cox - April 11, 2022
On the heels of UFC 273 which occurred this past weekend, the UFC has parted ways with three more fighters, including Alex Oliveira. On Twitter, in a series of tweets it was announced by @UFCRosterWatch that the UFC has parted ways with three fighters as listed below:
What's next for the stars of UFC 273?
Cole Shelton - April 11, 2022
The UFC returned to Jacksonville, Florida for a stacked UFC 273 card where Alexander Volkanovski defended his belt against Korean Zombie in the main event. The event saw two titles on the line and also featured Khamzat Chimaev taking on his toughest test to date in the form of Gilbert Burns. The co-main showcased a highly-anticipated rematch between Aljamain Sterling and Petr Yan.
Chael Sonnen says some fans don’t understand the Chimaev hype: “Make no mistake, Khamzat Chimaev is as good as advertised”
Susan Cox - April 11, 2022
Chael Sonnen, while acknowledging some fans don’t understand the Khamzat Chimaev hype – he thinks the Swede is the real deal. It was at UFC 273 this past Saturday, April 9th that Khamzat Chimaev (11-0 MMA) defeated Gilbert Burns (20-5 MMA) in the welterweight bout. Burns, fought Chimaev for three thrilling rounds, but came out on the losing end of a unanimous decision.
Khamzat Chimaev on a potential fight with Colby Covington: “He’s a bit of a tough guy but not my level. I will go and knock him out”
Susan Cox - April 11, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev has spoken out about the potential of a fight with Colby Covington. It was Chimaev (11-0 MMA) who defeated Gilbert Burns (20-5 MMA) this past Saturday at UFC 273 to increase his winning streak. It was a unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) win for the up and coming Russian-born Swedish wrestler.
Khamzat Chimaev scoffs at anyone questioning his toughness following UFC 273: “You think I’m not tough?”
Harry Kettle - April 11, 2022
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has laughed off anyone questioning his toughness after his win at UFC 273 over the weekend. Heading into the pay-per-view in Jacksonville, a lot of fans were excited to see what Khamzat Chimaev could do against someone of Gilbert Burns’ quality. In the end, despite having to walk through fire, “Borz” managed to get his hand raised with a hard-fought unanimous decision win.
Aspen Ladd issues statement following loss to Raquel Pennington at UFC 273
Harry Kettle - April 11, 2022
UFC fighter Aspen Ladd has sent out a statement to her fans after falling to defeat against Raquel Pennington at UFC 273. Last Saturday night at UFC 273, Aspen Ladd fell short in her return to bantamweight as she suffered a unanimous decision defeat at the hands of Raquel Pennington. The loss dropped her pro MMA record to 9-3 and marked her third defeat in a four-fight span, leaving many to wonder where her future lies.
Henry Cejudo set to re-enter USADA testing pool following UFC 273
Harry Kettle - April 10, 2022
Henry Cejudo is set to re-enter the USADA testing pool in the wake of this weekend’s UFC 273 event. Over the course of the last few years, Henry Cejudo has been sitting back and enjoying retirement. While his coaching work and growing media presence have kept him busy, many still want to see him climb back into the Octagon.
Khamzat Chimaev admits it was a "little bit hard" to fight Gilbert Burns following chance encounter with his kids
Christopher Taylor - April 10, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev admits it was a “little bit hard” to fight Gilbert Burns following a chance encounter with his children. Chimaev (11-0 MMA) and Burns (20-5 MMA) collided in a highly anticipated welterweight bout on the main card of last night’s UFC 273 event.
The Korean Zombie issues statement following UFC 273 loss to Alex Volkanovski
Christopher Taylor - April 10, 2022
The Korean Zombie has issued a statement following his TKO loss to Alex Volkanovski at last night’s UFC 273 event. Chan Sung Jung (17-7 MMA) challenged Volkanovski (24-1 MMA) in the headliner of last night’s pay-per-view event in Jacksonville.
Alex Volkanovski lays out potential plans following UFC 273 win: "Maybe we move up"
Fernando Quiles - April 10, 2022
Alex Volkanovski says he has a few directions he can go in and a move to lightweight is an option. Volkanovski is the reigning UFC Featherweight Champion. He headlined the UFC 273 event this past Saturday night (April 9). Volkanovski defended the 145-pound gold against the “Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung. “The Great” turned in a dominant performance, scoring a fourth-round TKO finish.
Aljamain Sterling opens up on his UFC 273 victory over Petr Yan: “I don’t know what the judge who scored it for Yan was thinking”
Fernando Quiles - April 10, 2022
Aljamain Sterling is riding high after scoring his second victory over Petr Yan. Sterling was the UFC Bantamweight Champion going into UFC 273, while Yan was the interim titleholder. The two collided inside the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida.
Petr Yan already moving past UFC 273 defeat against Aljamain Sterling: "Life goes on"
Fernando Quiles - April 10, 2022
Petr Yan wants to move forward after his second loss to Aljamain Sterling. Yan and Sterling collided a second time at UFC 273. The bout was contested to determine the undisputed UFC Bantamweight Champion. Sterling had success with the grappling early but Yan was able to thwart his attempts as the fight progressed.