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Marcin Tybura issues statement following TKO loss to Tom Aspinall at UFC London
Susan Cox - July 24, 2023
Marcin Tybura has issued a statement following his TKO loss to Tom Aspinall at UFC London. It was just this past Saturday, July 22nd at the UFC Fight Night 224 heavyweight main event where Tom Aspinall (13-3 MMA) defeated Marcin Tybura (24-8 MMA) via way of knockout at 1:13 of round 1 in the O2 Arena in London, England.
UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich set for comeback fight in a grudge match against Mike Jackson
Cole Shelton - July 24, 2023
UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich will be returning to the cage at age 55. Miletich last fought in MMA back in 2008 when he scored a KO win over Thomas Denny. Since then, Miletich has been working as a commentator starting with Strikeforce in 2009 and then with LFA. However, Miletich was fired from his commentary position at LFA for being present in Washington D.C. at the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol.
Daniel Cormier believes a win over Paulo Costa at UFC 294 will earn Khamzat Chimaev a middleweight title shot
Susan Cox - July 24, 2023
Daniel Cormier believes a win over Paulo Costa at UFC 294 will earn Khamzat Chimaev a middleweight title shot. UFC 294 takes place on Saturday, October 21st at the Etihad Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Revised main card lineup released for Saturday’s UFC 291 event
Susan Cox - July 24, 2023
The revised main card lineup has been released for Saturday’s UFC 291 event. UFC 291 takes place this coming Saturday, July 29th, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Mike Tyson open to training Francis Ngannou for Tyson Fury fight: “That’d be cool”
Harry Kettle - July 24, 2023
Boxing legend Mike Tyson has confirmed that he’s open to the idea of training with Francis Ngannou ahead of his debut. Later this year, Francis Ngannou will make his long-awaited pro boxing debut. The former UFC heavyweight champion will do so against Tyson Fury in a contest that has split combat sports fans down the middle.
Jared Cannonier weighs in on proposed Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland title fight: “Sean doesn’t even believe he can win that fight”
Harry Kettle - July 24, 2023
Jared Cannonier has given his thoughts on a potential title match-up between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland. At UFC 293 in September, Israel Adesanya was originally expected to take on Dricus du Plessis. However, with the South African not expected to be ready in time for the event, Adesanya has instead called out Sean Strickland.
Darren Till offers to let Dillon Danis knock him out on the undercard of Paul vs. Diaz following online feud
Harry Kettle - July 24, 2023
Darren Till has called out Dillon Danis for a boxing match on the undercard of the Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight. Ever since leaving the UFC, Darren Till has kept fans guessing when it comes to his next move. Some think he’ll venture into boxing, some believe he’ll sign for another MMA promotion, and others don’t know what to think. Either way, the Liverpudlian needs to do something to get out of the rut he’s found himself in lately.
UFC exec explains why the promotion doesn't run many stadium shows: "They're tough"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 23, 2023
A UFC executive has detailed why the company limits its stadium events. The UFC has held stadium shows in the past. Perhaps the most memorable one was UFC 193 back in 2015. The event closed with the head kick heard around the world. Holly Holm knocked Ronda Rousey out in the second round of their UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship fight. On that night, over 56,000 people packed Etihad Stadium, now known as Marvel Stadium.
UFC executive Dave Shaw on Michael Page's UFC London appearance: "It would be pretty exciting to add him to the mix"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 23, 2023
Could Michael Page be making his way to the UFC? Page has been a mainstay under the Bellator banner since 2014. Page’s most recent contract with the promotion is up and he plans on testing the free agent market. Page turned 36 back in April, so he’ll likely want to make the most money possible at this point in his career.
Andre Fili issues statement following UFC London loss against Nathaniel Wood
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 23, 2023
Andre Fili didn’t get his hand raised against Nathaniel Wood, and he has something to say about it. Fili and Wood shared the Octagon this past Saturday (July 22) on the main card of UFC London. The featherweight contest went the distance, and Wood was awarded the unanimous decision win. Wood received 29-28 scores from all three judges sitting Octagon-side.
Colby Covington vows to ask Jon Jones the “tough questions” if he co-headlines UFC 295 at MSG
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 23, 2023
The beef between Colby Covington and Jon Jones is alive and well. Over the years, Covington hasn’t been shy about slamming Jones in the media. “Chaos” has made things personal with his former college roommate. Covington has slammed Jones over his past legal issues and the picogram fiasco. He’s even urged the UFC Heavyweight Champion to, “Go do some more coke. Go cheat on your wife some more,” before calling Jones a “dirtbag” back in 2017.
Tom Aspinall says UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones now knowing he exists is a “win itself”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 23, 2023
Tom Aspinall is thrilled to have gotten the attention of UFC heavyweight titleholder Jon Jones. Aspinall headlined UFC London this past Saturday (July 22). He was matched up against Marcin Tybura inside The O2 Arena. This one didn’t last long, as Aspinall floored Tybura in the opening frame and followed that up with ground-and-pound to finish the fight just one minute and 13 seconds in. This earned Aspinall his fifth “Performance of the Night” bonus.
Ciryl Gane issues warning to Tom Aspinall following UFC London: "Careful what you wish for"
Chris Taylor - July 22, 2023
Ciryl Gane has issued a warning to Tom Aspinall following the Brit’s impressive first-round victory at UFC London. Aspinall (13-3 MMA) squared off with Marcin Tybura (24-8 MMA) in the headliner of today’s UFC event at the O2 Arena in London, England.
UFC London Bonus Report: Paul Craig one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - July 22, 2023
The Octagon returned to England for today’s UFC London event, a fifteen-biout fight card headlined by Tom Aspinall vs. Marcin Tybura. The highly anticipated heavyweight main event proved to be a short-lived affair. Tom Aspinall was able to score an early knockdown thanks to a perfectly timed right hand. From there, the Manchester native proceeded to deliver some heavy ground and pound which forced the referee to step in and call a stop to the action. It was a perfect fight for Aspinall, and one that puts him right back in the heavyweight title picture.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones responds to callout from Tom Aspinall
Chris Taylor - July 22, 2023
Heavyweight champion Jon Jones has responded after being called out by Tom Aspinall this afternoon at UFC London. Aspinall (13-3 MMA) was returning to action for the first time in twelve months this afternoon at the O2 Arena, squaring off with fellow heavyweight contender Marcin Tybura. The Manchester native had of course suffered a knee injury which required surgery in his most previous effort against Curtis Blaydes last July. That disappointing setback had snapped Aspinall’s eight-fight winning streak, which included five straight wins inside of the Octagon.
Pros react after Tom Aspinall stops Marcin Tybura in 73 seconds at UFC London
Chris Taylor - July 22, 2023
Today’s UFC London event was headlined by a heavyweight matchup featuring Tom Aspinall taking on Marcin Tybura. Aspinall (13-3 MMA) was returning to action for the first time in twelve months, this after suffering a knee injury which required surgery in his most previous effort against Curtis Blaydes. That disappointing setback had snapped the Manchester native’s eight-fight winning streak, which included five straight wins inside of the Octagon.
UFC London Results: Julija Stoliarenko stops Molly McCann in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 22, 2023
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC London results, including the co-main event between Molly McCann and Julija Stoliarenko. McCann (13-6 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a first-round submission loss to Erin Blanchfield at UFC 281. Prior to that setback, ‘Meatball’ had put together a three-fight winning streak, which included knockout victories over Luana Carolina and Hannah Goldy.
UFC London Results: Paul Craig TKO's Andre Muniz (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 22, 2023
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC London results, including the middleweight bout between Paul Craig and Andre Muniz. Craig (16-6-1 MMA) will be making his middleweight debut this afternoon in London, England. ‘Bearjew’ will be looking to rebound after suffering back-to-back losses to Volkan Oezdemir and Johnny Walker in the promotion‘s light heavyweight division.