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Khamzat Chimaev disputes Dana White’s claims that his hiatus from the UFC is due to personal reasons
Cole Shelton - May 8, 2023
Khamzat Chimaev says he is ready to fight. For months now, many fans have wondered when Chimaev will be fighting again as there has been no word on his next fight. He hasn’t fought since September of 2022, when he submitted Kevin Holland and the plan was for him to return at middleweight.
Paddy Pimblett responds to callout from UFC 288 winner Matt Frevola: “Probably the easiest route into the Top 15”
Susan Cox - May 8, 2023
Paddy Pimblett has responded to the callout he received from UFC 288 winner Matt Frevola. It was this past Saturday, May 6th at UFC 288 that Matt Frevola (11-3 MMA) defeated Drew Dober (26-12 MMA) via TKO at 4:08 of round 1.
UFC 289 main card lineup announced for next month’s pay-per-view event in Vancouver
Susan Cox - May 8, 2023
The UFC 289 main card lineup has been announced for next month’s pay-per-view event in Vancouver, British Columbia. Ultimate Fighting Championship 289 that will take place on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, B.C.
Demetrious Johnson thought Henry Cejudo had done enough to get the nod over Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288
Susan Cox - May 8, 2023
Demetrious Johnson believes Henry Cejudo had done enough to get the nod over Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288. It was this past Saturday, May 6th at UFC 288 which took place in the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey that saw Aljamain Sterling (23-3 MMA) defend his title against Henry Cejudo (16-3 MMA) in the bantamweight main event.
Drew Dober issues statement following TKO loss to Matt Frevola at UFC 288: “I'm not ashamed of taking chances, chasing greatness”
Harry Kettle - May 8, 2023
UFC lightweight Drew Dober has issued a short statement in the wake of his TKO defeat at the hands of Matt Frevola last weekend. On Saturday night, Drew Dober’s three-fight win streak came to an end. He was beaten by Matt Frevola via stoppage after being dropped in the first round. The 34-year-old fought valiantly, as he always does, but it simply wasn’t enough in New Jersey.
Daniel Cormier urges fans to “stop booing” UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling: “I don’t know what this man has to do to garner your respect”
Harry Kettle - May 8, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has urged fans to stop booing Aljamain Sterling following his victory at UFC 288 over the weekend. On Saturday night, Aljamain Sterling once again proved that he belongs. He retained his UFC bantamweight championship with a split decision triumph over Henry Cejudo. However, while it was another big win to add to his resume, ‘Funk Master’ still has a lot of critics out there.
Dana White explains Khamzat Chimaev’s lengthy hiatus from the UFC: “He’s got stuff going on in his personal life”
Harry Kettle - May 8, 2023
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev’s lengthy absence from the Octagon. For the last few years, Khamzat Chimaev has been seen as one of the most interesting fighters in the UFC. In fact, you can extend that to all of combat sports. The Chechen star is undefeated in the promotion and in addition to that, he’s also undefeated in his entire pro career at 12-0.
UFC champion Aljamain Sterling shares bold prediction for upcoming title fight with Sean O'Malley: "I fold that man in half in one round"
Chris Taylor - May 7, 2023
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has shared a bold prediction for his upcoming title fight with Sean O’Malley. Sterling (23-3 MMA) made UFC history last night in Newark, New Jersey, becoming the first men’s 135lbs champion to record three consecutive title defenses with a split decision victory over former title holder Henry Cejudo.
Henry Cejudo responds to callout from UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno
Chris Taylor - May 7, 2023
Former ‘champ champ’ Henry Cejudo has responded after being called out by reigning UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno. Cejudo (16-3 MMA) returned to the Octagon for the first time in over three years in the headliner of last night’s UFC 288 event, colliding with Aljamain Sterling (23-3 MMA) for the promotion‘s undisputed bantamweight championship.
Sean O'Malley & Merab Dvalishvili exchange words following jacket snatching incident at UFC 288
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2023
Sean O’Malley got heated at UFC 288 over the trolling antics of Merab Dvalishvili and it led to an exchange between the two on social media. O’Malley was in attendance at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey for the event. He got a close look at the main event between UFC Bantamweight Champion Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo. After five rounds of highly competitive action, Sterling successfully retained the 135-pound gold via split decision.
Henry Cejudo on Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O'Malley: "If Aljo can't take him down, he's in trouble"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2023
Henry Cejudo has weighed in on a clash between Aljamain Sterling and Sean O’Malley. Cejudo challenged Aljamain Sterling for UFC Bantamweight Championship this past Saturday night (May 6). “Triple C” was hoping to reclaim the 135-pound title, as he was never defeated for the gold during his first run. This one was a back-and-forth affair that lasted the full 25 minutes. The 48-47 score total by Michael Bell, which favored Cejudo, was overruled by the 48-47 scores from judges Derek Clearly and Eric Colon in favor of Sterling.
Gilbert Burns reacts following loss to Belal Muhammad at UFC 288: “Stop the hate and start to appreciate“
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2023
Gilbert Burns is gracious in defeat and injury. Burns was in action this past Saturday night (May 6) for a welterweight showdown against Belal Muhammad. The action emanated from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. It was quite clear that Burns was bothered by a left shoulder injury, which allowed Muhammad to pick him apart on the feet en route to a unanimous decision victory.
Dana White reacts to Burns vs. Muhammad, confirms Belal is next for the winner of Colby Covington vs. Leon Edwards
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2023
UFC President Dana White has given his reaction to the Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns fight. Muhammad and Burns shared the Octagon inside the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on May 6. This welterweight tilt served as the co-main event and had title implications. Going into the fight, Burns told reporters that both he and Muhammad were guaranteed that the winner of this fight would receive a UFC Welterweight Championship opportunity after Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington.
UFC fighter Tony Ferguson arrested for DUI after vehicle crashes into two cars
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2023
Former interim UFC Lightweight Champion Tony Ferguson has been busted for DUI following a multi-vehicle crash. “El Cucuy’s” pickup truck crashed into two parked cars outside of a nightclub in Hollywood. The truck rolled over, and there were two people inside the vehicle who had to be pulled out by the fire department.
Henry Cejudo responds to criticism from Conor McGregor following loss at UFC 288
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2023
Henry Cejudo has fired back at Conor McGregor’s recent diss following UFC 288. Cejudo challenged Aljamain Sterling for the UFC Bantamweight Championship inside the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on May 6. “Triple C” and the “Funk Master” had a high-level scrap that went the distance. In the end, it was Sterling who had his hand raised via split decision.
UFC 288 Bonus Report: Matt Frevola one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - May 6, 2023
The Octagon returned to Newark, New Jersey, for tonight’s UFC 288 event, a -bout fight card headlined by Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo. The highly anticipated bantamweight title fight went the full twenty-five minutes. Aljamain Sterling appears to get the better of Henry Cejudo in the opening round, but ‘Triple C’ came back and made things competitive in round two. However, ‘Funkmaster’ appeared to pull away in rounds three and four, leaving many fans believing Cejudo needed a finish in the fifth and final round. Although the former champ got the better of Sterling in the final five minutes, it was not enough to sway the judges in his favor.
UFC 288 Results: Aljamain Sterling defeats Henry Cejudo (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - May 6, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 288 results, including the main event bantamweight title fight between Henry Cejudo and Aljamain Sterling. Sterling (22-3 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a TKO victory over TJ Dillashaw in October of last year. That win marked ‘FunkMaster’s’ second defense of his bantamweight belt, as he had previously defeated Petr Yan by split decision after claiming the belt from the Russian via DQ.
Pros react after Belal Muhammad defeats Gilbert Burns at UFC 288: "That was a very poor bout"
Chris Taylor - May 6, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 288 was co-headlined by a highly anticipated welterweight fight featuring Gilbert Burns taking on Belal Muhammad. Burns (22-6 MMA) was making a quick turnaround this evening in Newark, having recently scoring a decision win over Jorge Masvidal at last month’s UFC 287 event. Prior to that defeating ‘Gamebred’, ‘Durinho’ was coming off a slick submission win over Neil Magny.