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Conor McGregor poses rule changes following “gollier of spit” and “snot rockets” at UFC San Antonio
Susan Cox - March 27, 2023
Conor McGregor is posing an MMA rule change following a ‘gollier of spit’ and ‘snot rockets’ at UFC San Antonio. It was this past Saturday, March 25th, during UFC San Antonio which took place at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas, that former two-division champion McGregor made the suggestion of a rule change in MMA.
Dana White pumps the brakes on holding a UFC event in Mexico in 2023: “I don’t know if it’s in the plans right now”
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2023
UFC president Dana White has questioned whether or not the promotion will return to Mexico later this year. The current state of mixed martial arts in Mexico is incredibly positive. In addition to their many rising stars, the UFC is currently home to three Mexican world champions.
Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone reacts following UFC Hall of Fame announcement: “It’s cool, it’s an honor, man”
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2023
Donald Cerrone has given his thoughts on the announcement that he’ll be entering the UFC Hall of Fame later this year. Last Saturday night at UFC San Antonio, UFC announced that Donald Cerrone will be inducted into the Hall of Fame this summer. He’ll be doing so as one of the biggest fan favourites in the history of the promotion, and perhaps the sport.
Paddy Pimblett calls for rematch with Jared Gordon following successful surgery: “He only done well because me ankle was f**ked”
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2023
UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett has called out Jared Gordon for a rematch following their controversial first fight. Back at UFC 282, Paddy Pimblett defeated Jared Gordon in a controversial unanimous decision win. Despite his success, many fans and pundits felt as if he lost the bout quite clearly.
Alex Perez explains why his UFC San Antonio bout with Manel Kape was canceled at last minute: "This has nothing to do with weight cut"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 26, 2023
Alex Perez was expected to meet Manel Kape at UFC San Antonio this past Saturday night (March 25), but that plan went awry. It was announced during the UFC San Antonio broadcast that the fight was called off due to a medical issue with Perez. Perez has had a string of bad luck when it comes to fight cancellations, and he was quick to address this one.
Following dominant UFC San Antonio win, Holly Holm not committed to retiring: "I'm not ready to do it"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 26, 2023
Holly Holm knows father time is ticking, but “The Preacher’s Daughter” still believes she can compete at a high level. Holm shared the Octagon with Yana Santos in the co-main event of UFC San Antonio on March 25. The bantamweight clash went the distance and it was never close. Santos was outmatched in the grappling department and struggled with her opponent’s elbows on the ground. Holm secured the unanimous decision victory over Santos. This is her first win since October 2020.
UFC San Antonio winner Maycee Barber hopes to eventually earn rematch with Alexa Grasso: "I want that fight back"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 26, 2023
Maycee Barber has extended her winning streak to four and she has expressed her desire to have a rematch with Alexa Grasso. Barber was featured on the main card of UFC San Antonio. She went toe-to-toe with Andrea Lee inside AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. This one went the distance and Barber was awarded the split decision victory.
Fighters react after Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone receives UFC Hall of Fame induction
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 26, 2023
Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone is set to be an inductee in the UFC Hall of Fame and many names within the MMA industry have sent congratulatory messages. During the UFC San Antonio broadcast, it was announced that Cerrone will be making his way to the “Modern Wing” of the UFC Hall of Fame. Cerrone was in attendance when the announcement was being made, and his family embraced him in the crowd.
Dana White responds to Daniel Cormier suggesting Belal Muhammad is “the most warranted” for a UFC welterweight title shot: “That’s nice of him”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 26, 2023
UFC President Dana White has responded to Daniel Cormier’s take on Belal Muhammad’s status in the UFC Welterweight Championship picture. White is adamant about giving Colby Covington the next crack at Leon Edwards’ 170-pound gold. It’s a direction that some have been opposed to, but the UFC boss continues to stand his ground. Recently, UFC Hall of Famer and color commentator Daniel Cormier chimed in, taking to ESPN’s “DC & RC” show to express his belief that Muhammad deserves a title shot, but he isn’t getting it because there are more appealing fights for the mainstream audience.
Merab Dvalishvili responds to callout from UFC San Antonio main event winner Cory Sandhagen
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 26, 2023
Merab Dvalishvili appears to be more than willing to accept Cory Sandhagen’s challenge. Sandhagen was in action this past Saturday night (March 25). He went one-on-one with Marlon “Chito” Vera in the main event of UFC San Antonio. Sandhagen scored what appeared to be a decisive victory over Vera after five rounds of action, but judge Joel Ojeda turned in what many consider to be an egregious 48-47 score total in favor of “Chito.” Ojeda’s scores were overruled by the other two Octagon-side judges, and Sandhagen nabbed a split decision victory.
Marlon Vera issues statement following loss to Cory Sandhagen at UFC San Antonio
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Marlon Vera was looking to earn his fifth win in a row when he squared off with Cory Sandhagen in tonight’s UFC San Antonio main event. Vera (20-8 MMA) entered the contest sporting a four-fight winning streak, his most previous being a KO victory over Dominick Cruz (24-4 MMA) in August of last year.
Dana White responds after Leon Edwards claims he won't accept a fight with Colby Covington: "It’s going to be Colby next"
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
UFC President Dana White has responded after Leon Edwards claimed he would not accept a fight with Colby Covington next. After Edwards defeated Kamaru Usman in their trilogy fight at UFC 286, Dana White confirmed to reporters that Colby Covington would be next up for a shot at ‘Rocky’s’ coveted welterweight world title.
Pros react after Cory Sandhagen defeats Marlon Vera at UFC San Antonio: "The judge that gave that to Vera should be fired by morning"
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Tonight’s UFC San Antonio event was headlined by a key bantamweight matchup featuring Marlon Vera taking on Cory Sandhagen. Vera (20-8 MMA) had entered the contest sporting a four-fight winning streak, his most previous victory coming against Dominick Cruz (24-4 MMA) via KO in August of last year.
UFC San Antonio Results: Cory Sandhagen defeats Marlon Vera (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Tonight’s UFC San Antonio event is headlined by a key bantamweight matchup featuring Marlon Vera taking on Cory Sandhagen. Vera (20-7 MMA) will enter the contest sporting a four-fight winning streak, his latest coming against Dominick Cruz (24-4 MMA) via KO in August of last year.
Pros react after Holly Holm defeats Yana Santos at UFC San Antonio
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Tonight’s UFC San Antonio event is co-headlined by a women’s bantamweight fight featuring Holly Holm taking on Yana Santos. Holm (17-4 MMA) will be hoping to get back in the win column, this after being defeated by Ketlen Vieira (13-3 MMA) by split decision in May of last year. ‘The Preacher’s Daughter‘ has gone 3-2 over her past five fights overall.
UFC San Antonio Results: Holly Holm defeats Yana Santos (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Tonight’s UFC San Antonio event is co-headlined by a women’s bantamweight fight featuring Holly Holm taking on Yana Santos. Holm (16-4 MMA) will be hoping to get back in the win column, this after being defeated by Ketlen Vieira (13-3 MMA) by split decision in May of last year. ‘The Preacher’s Daughter‘ has gone 3-2 over her past five fights overall.
UFC San Antonio Results: Maycee Barber defeats Andrea Lee (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Tonight’s UFC San Antonio main card features a key women’s flyweight fight between Maycee Barber and Andrea Lee. Barber (11-2 MMA) will enter the contest sporting a three-fight winning streak, her most recent victory coming over Jessica Eye in July of last year. Prior to that, ‘The Future’ had outpointed Miranda Maverick and Montana De La Rosa.
UFC San Antonio Results: Albert Duraev defeats Chidi Njokuani (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
Tonight’s UFC San Antonio main card includes a middleweight contest featuring Albert Duraev taking on Chidi Njokuani. Duraev (16-4 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a stoppage victory over Joaquin Buckley in June of last year. The 34-year-old Russian is listed as the betting underdog at +135.