MMA News
Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals hardest-hitter in UFC career: "Hits like a truck"
Josh Evanoff - August 25, 2023
Former UFC lightweight contender Khabib Nurmagomedov has revealed the hardest-hitter he’s faced. ‘The Eagle’ is one of the greatest lightweights in MMA history. Having notched wins over names such as Justin Gaethje, Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, and more, his place in history is secure. Furthermore, he was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame, making him one of just a few select fighters to achieve the feat.
Tyson Fury unbothered by Mike Tyson training Francis Ngannou: "I am inevitable"
Josh Evanoff - August 25, 2023
Lineal heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury isn’t worried about Mike Tyson or Francis Ngannou. ‘Iron Mike’ and ‘The Predator’ have made a lot of headlines over the last few weeks. Slated for his boxing match opposite ‘The Gypsy King’ in October, Francis Ngannou decided to bring the boxing legend to his camp. Since becoming his trainer, Mike Tyson has been vocal about the PFL heavyweight pulling the upset.
Stephen Thompson declares intentions for one final title run after canceled return: "I'm not a gatekeeper"
Josh Evanoff - August 25, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Stephen Thompson has his eye on the title. ‘Wonderboy’ was slated to return opposite Michel Pereira last month at UFC 291. However, the Brazilian badly missed weight, causing the bout to be scrapped. Leading into the bout, Stephen Thompson was coming off a win over Kevin Holland and was ready to build on his momentum.
Korean Zombie expecting UFC Singapore fight against Max Holloway to be a "slugfest"
Cole Shelton - August 25, 2023
The Korean Zombie expects his UFC Singapore fight against Max Holloway to be a slugfest. Zombie is set to fight for the first time since April 2022 when he headlines UFC Singapore against Holloway. Heading into the fight, he’s a sizeable betting underdog and many are writing him off ahead of the matchup. However, ‘TKZ’ has confidence he can pull off the upset as he knows it will be a back-and-forth slugfest.
Francis Ngannou believes boxing match with Tyson Fury only ups the stakes for future Jon Jones fight: “It will just make that fight bigger”
Susan Cox - August 25, 2023
Francis Ngannou believes his boxing match with Tyson Fury will only up the stakes for a future Jon Jones fight. The 36-year-old Ngannou was the reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion from March 2021 until early 2023. Ngannou parted ways with the promotion after being unable to come to terms with a new contract. It was only then that the title was vacated.
Anthony Smith says he wouldn’t still be fighting if he didn’t believe he could become a UFC champion: “The whole reason I’m still here and still in this journey is the title”
Susan Cox - August 25, 2023
Anthony Smith is sharing that he wouldn’t still be fighting if he didn’t still believe he could become a UFC champion. It will be Anthony Smith (36-18 MMA) in a rematch with Ryan Spann (21-8 MMA) this Saturday, August 26th at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, in Singapore.
Israel Adesanya vows to make Sean Strickland his “b*tch” at UFC 293: “Behind the scenes he’s soft”
Susan Cox - August 25, 2023
Israel Adesanya is vowing to make Sean Strickland his ‘b*tch’ at UFC 293. UFC 293 takes place on Saturday, September 9th at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia.
UFC Singapore: ‘Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie’ Weigh-in Results - All Fighters Make Weight
Susan Cox - August 25, 2023
UFC Singapore kicks off with fighter weigh-ins, which took place today, Friday, August 25th at the UFC host hotel in Singapore. UFC Singapore takes place tomorrow, Saturday August 26th at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Chael Sonnen explains what Ian Garry needs to do in order to “get over” with fans after UFC 292
Harry Kettle - August 25, 2023
Chael Sonnen has given his thoughts on what Ian Garry needs to do in order to make a real impact with MMA fans. Last weekend, Ian Garry impressed in a big way. He defeated Neil Magny in convincing fashion to keep his unbeaten run going in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. In addition to that, he also talked a lot of trash, as he slowly but surely continues to emulate the early success experienced by fellow Irishman Conor McGregor.
Giga Chikadze doubts Alex Caceres will attempt to strike with him at UFC Singapore: “I’m a different breed, and he knows it”
Harry Kettle - August 25, 2023
Giga Chikadze doesn’t believe that Alex Caceres will try to strike with him when they collide at UFC Singapore. After more than 18 months away, Giga Chikadze will return to the Octagon this weekend. He’ll do so when he collides with veteran Alex Caceres, as he attempts to get back into the win column following a long lay-off. That time away largely came as a result of his battle with Calvin Kattar, in which he was emphatically beaten by unanimous decision in January 2022.
Police threatened to arrest and jail Ian Garry the night before UFC 292: “I promise you, I will push the boundaries”
Harry Kettle - August 25, 2023
According to Ian Garry, police in Boston threatened to put him in jail the night before his fight at UFC 292. Last weekend at UFC 292, Ian Garry put on a real show in his victory over Neil Magny. The win extended his unbeaten run, and it helped him climb further up the welterweight rankings as he closes in on the top five.
Mario Bautista unsure if he's willing "to take the risk" of accepting a fight against Cody Garbrandt again after UFC 292
Cole Shelton - August 24, 2023
Mario Bautista had called out Cody Garbrandt for quite some time and finally got his wish. Bautista was booked to fight Garbrandt at UFC 292 in Boston, but a week out, it was revealed the former bantamweight champion was forced to withdraw from the bout due to an injury. Although he knew he would remain on the card, Mario was happy to learn that a fellow UFC fighter in Da’Mon Blackshear took the scrap.
Sean O'Malley responds to Alexandre Pantoja's callout, claims he KO'd him in sparring: “Does he want me to post it?"
Cole Shelton - August 24, 2023
Sean O’Malley has responded to UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja’s callout. At UFC 292 in Boston last weekend, O’Malley became the UFC’s new bantamweight champion with a second-round TKO win over Aljamain Sterling. It was a great performance from ‘Suga’ and after the win, he called for his first title defense to be against Marlon Vera.
Deontay Wilder brutally honest about Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou: "Heavyweight division is f*cking dead"
Josh Evanoff - August 24, 2023
Former boxing champion Deontay Wilder won’t watch Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou. ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ are slated to clash in October in Saudi Arabia. For Francis Ngannou, the boxing match will be the first of his career. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury declined a title unification with Oleksandr Usyk to make the bout happen, much to the chagrin of much of the combat sports world.
Dana White shuts down Ronda Rousey UFC return rumors: "No shot"
Josh Evanoff - August 24, 2023
Dana White has squashed rumors that Ronda Rousey would soon return to the UFC. ‘Rowdy’ is still one of the biggest stars to ever compete in MMA. Having been the promotion’s first female champion, she quickly notched wins over names such as Miesha Tate, Liz Carmouche, Cat Zingano, and more. However, back-to-back losses to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes saw her quietly retire.
Max Holloway emotional leading into UFC return: "With Hawaii on my back, it feels a little bit heavier now"
Josh Evanoff - August 24, 2023
Max Holloway is motivated heading into his UFC Singapore return against Korean Zombie. ‘Blessed’ has been out of the cage since a win over Arnold Allen in April at UFC Kansas City. That was an important win for the former champion, coming off his loss to Alexander Volkanovski in their trilogy bout last year. Following the win this Spring, Max Holloway called to face the Korean Zombie.
Korean Zombie unsure of retirement ahead of Max Holloway fight: "It's very difficult"
Josh Evanoff - August 24, 2023
UFC featherweight contender Korean Zombie is unsure of retirement leading into his return against Max Holloway. The former title challenger has been out of action since his failed bid for gold last April. Headlining UFC 273 against Alexander Volkanovski, Chan Sung Jung, also known as Korean Zombie, was dominated. He suffered a fourth-round stoppage defeat at the hands of ‘The Great’ that night.
Max Holloway not underestimating "dangerous" Korean Zombie ahead of UFC Singapore, views this as a "legacy fight"
Cole Shelton - August 24, 2023
Max Holloway knows Korean Zombie is still an elite and dangerous fighter despite what the odds say. Holloway is set to headline UFC Singapore on Saturday against Korean Zombie, and the Hawaiian is a massive betting favorite. Many expect Holloway to run through Chan Sung Jung, especially after Zombie being off for nearly a year-and-a-half and last time out, was dominated by Alexander Volkanovski and suffered a TKO loss.