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Jorge Masvidal sends support to Drake after rapper loses $275k betting on him: "Dinner on me"
Josh Evanoff - March 7, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has sent support to Drake after the rapper lost money betting on him. Last Saturday, ‘Gamebred’ and Colby Covington clashed in the main event of UFC 272. The fight itself had lots of bad blood heading into it, thanks to their previous friendship. However, the headliner got an added wrinkle to the story on fight night.
What's next for Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal after UFC 272?
Cole Shelton - March 7, 2022
In the main event of UFC 272, a welterweight grudge match headlined the card as Colby Covington took on Jorge Masvidal in a highly-anticipated fight. Covington entered the fight coming off a decision loss to Kamaru Usman back in November for the welterweight belt. Masvidal, meanwhile, was coming off back-to-back losses to Usman, the most recent being a nasty KO.
Chael Sonnen praises "gentleman" Rafael dos Anjos for his sportsmanship in UFC fight with Renato Moicano
Susan Cox - March 7, 2022
Chael Sonnen believes the sportsmanship of Rafael dos Anjos caused his fight with Renato Moicano to go the distance. It was just this past weekend on Saturday March 5th at UFC 272 that Rafael dos Anjos (31-13 MMA) met Renato Moicano (16-5 MMA) in the cage in the co-main catchweight event. The two Brazilians fought it out for the full five rounds, with RDA coming out the victor.
Cain Velasquez denied bail by Judge Shelyna Brown: “The risk is too great”
Susan Cox - March 7, 2022
Cain Velasquez appeared in court today, Monday, March 7th where he was denied bail by Judge Shelyna Brown of the Santa Clara County Superior Court. Cain is a former two-time UFC heavyweight champion and regarded as one of the best heavyweight fighters of all time. Retiring from MMA in 2019 he had a brief stint in WWE before being released in 2020. Velasquez, 39, has been coaching at his longtime American Kickboxing Academy gym in San Jose.
Rafael Dos Anjos believes the time is right for UFC to rebook him against Conor McGregor
Susan Cox - March 7, 2022
Rafael dos Anjos is making it known that he would like the UFC to book a fight between him and Conor McGregor. A Dos Anjos (31-13 MMA) vs McGregor (22-6 MMA) fight was scheduled way back in March of 2016 at UFC 196. The bout never happened as ‘RDA’ had to withdraw because of a foot injury. It would be Nate Diaz (21-13 MMA) who took his place and won by submission in the second round over McGregor.
Colby Covington reacts after discovering Drake lost $275k betting on Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272
Susan Cox - March 7, 2022
Colby Covington has weighed in on rapper Drake betting on Jorge Masvidal to win at UFC 272 this past weekend. Everyone now knows that Covington (17-3 MMA) beat Masvidal (35-16 MMA) Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada. Covington succeeded via unanimous decision — 50-44, 50-45 and 49-46 and is now 2-2 in his last four fights.
Former heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar shuts down the idea of a UFC return: “That door is closed”
Harry Kettle - March 7, 2022
Former UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar has shut the door on a potential return to the Octagon in the future. Upon first entering mixed martial arts, Brock Lesnar didn’t waste any time in rising up through the ranks before eventually becoming a champion in the UFC. Dana White and company knew what a special talent he was and while illness prevented us from seeing him at the very top of his game on a consistent basis, he’s still recognised as one of the biggest stars in the history of the sport.
Colby Covington explains why Jorge Masvidal should be thanking him for UFC 272 main event slot: “He was supposed to fight Edward Scissorhands 3 fights down”
Harry Kettle - March 7, 2022
Colby Covington believes Jorge Masvidal should be thanking him following their main event slot at UFC 272. Last Saturday night, Colby Covington finally put an end to his rivalry with Jorge Masvidal once and for all. The man known as “Chaos” tore through his former friend with a dominant decision win, and while he did have to overcome some adversity in the fourth round, he still managed to come out looking like a star in the welterweight division.
Jorge Masvidal critical of referee Herb Dean following UFC 272: "He’s not my cup of tea when it comes to refereeing"
Chris Taylor - March 6, 2022
Jorge Masvidal was not happy with the work done by referee Herb Dean in last night’s UFC 272 main event. Masvidal (35-16 MMA) squared off with his former friend turned bitter rival Colby Covington (17-3 MMA) in the headliner of last night’s pay-per-view event in Las Vegas.
Colby Covington reveals he created knee injury rumor to see if he had a rat in his camp: "I did that intentionally"
Jeffrey Walter - March 6, 2022
Rumors were swirling that Colby Covington was fighting with an injured knee against Jorge Masvidal at last night’s UFC 272 event. However, according to ‘Chaos’ that was untrue and he actually intentionally put the rumor out there to see if he had a rat amongst his friends.
Colby Covington Reacts To Dustin Poirier's Tweets Following UFC 272
Fernando Quiles - March 6, 2022
Colby Covington has caught wind of Dustin Poirier’s post-UFC 272 tweets. Covington was in action on March 5 as he took the headlining spot for UFC 272 against Jorge Masvidal. There was a ton of animosity going into this one and ultimately, Covington had his hand raised. After the fight, Covington took aim at Poirier (via MMAMania.com).
Donald Cerrone responds to callout from UFC 272 winner Kevin Holland
Fernando Quiles - March 6, 2022
Donald Cerrone was in attendance for UFC 272 and he has given his response to Kevin Holland’s callout. Holland was in action this past Saturday night (March 5). He shared the Octagon with Alex Oliveira on the main card of UFC 272. After a frenetic pace in the opening frame, Holland closed the show with a TKO finish in the second round.
Dustin Poirier responds to callout from Colby Covington at UFC 272
Fernando Quiles - March 6, 2022
Dustin Poirier had some fun on Twitter following Colby Covington’s callout. UFC 272 wrapped up with a welterweight grudge match between Covington and Jorge Masvidal. The former friends and training partners battled for five rounds and while Masvidal had some moments, the night belonged to “Chaos.” All three judges scored the fight for Covington.
Colby Covington continues to troll Jorge Masvidal following win at UFC 272
Fernando Quiles - March 6, 2022
Colby Covington is adding insult to injury following his mostly one-sided victory over Jorge Masvidal. Covington and Masvidal took center stage in the UFC 272 headliner. The action emanated from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the oddsmakers expected, Covington used his pressure and grappling to keep Masvidal grounded for the most part. “Chaos” got the nod from all three judges.
Jorge Masvidal says his feud with Colby Covington isn't over: “He's still somebody if I see him out in the streets I'm gonna give him everything I got”
Fernando Quiles - March 6, 2022
There is no love lost between Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington even after their grudge match. The main event of UFC 272 saw Masvidal and Covington share the Octagon inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. “Gamebred” had his moments in the fight but the pressure and wrestling of Colby gave Masvidal fits. Ultimately, it was “Chaos” who got his hand raised at UFC 272 via unanimous decision.
Dana White reacts to Colby Covington’s callout of Dustin Poirier, believes ‘Chaos’ can eventually earn another welterweight title shot
Fernando Quiles - March 6, 2022
UFC President Dana White has responded to Colby Covington’s desire to fight Dustin Poirier. Last night (March 5), Covington went one-on-one with his former teammate and friend Jorge Masvidal. The grudge match headlined UFC 272 inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The fight had some exciting moments but it ultimately played out how the oddsmakers thought it would.
Khamzat Chimaev was not impressed by tonight's UFC 272 main event
Christopher Taylor - March 5, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev was not impressed by the performances of Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal in tonight’s UFC 272 main event. The former friends turned bitter enemies, Covington and Masvidal, squared off in the headliner of tonight’s pay-per-view event in Las Vegas.
UFC 272 Bonus Report: Maryna Moroz earns 'POTN' for submitting Mariya Agapova
Chris Taylor - March 5, 2022
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC 272 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal. The highly anticipated welterweight main event resulted in a twenty-five minute battle. Covington was able to utilize his strong wrestling to control a large portion of the rounds on the ground. However, in round four Jorge Masvidal connected with a right hand that momentarily dropped ‘Chaos’. Unfortunately for fans of ‘Gamebred’ that success was short lived as Covington recovered and proceeded to go on to dominate round five. After five hard-fought rounds Colby got the win.