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UFC President Dana White weighs in on the ongoing saga between Conor McGregor and USADA: “I don’t get involved in the drug testing situation whatsoever”
Harry Kettle - March 20, 2023
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on the ongoing situation between Conor McGregor and USADA. For the last few weeks, the story between Conor McGregor and USADA has been developing at a rapid pace. Between Conor still not being in the testing pool to both parties throwing shots at one another, nobody is really sure what’s happening.
Dana White on Kamaru Usman's performance at UFC 286: "I thought he was going to be very gun shy"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 19, 2023
Kamaru Usman fell short at UFC 286, but UFC President Dana White thinks “The Nigerian Nightmare” didn’t back down. Usman and Edwards did battle in a trilogy fight, which emanated from The O2 Arena in London, England this past Saturday. The UFC Welterweight Championship bout went the distance and was competitive throughout. Ultimately, it was Edwards who had his hand raised. He did enough in the eyes of the judges at Octagon side, nabbing a majority decision win.
Justin Gaethje discusses Rafael Fiziev drowning in his own blood at UFC 286: “I’m happy about that”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 19, 2023
Justin Gaethje relishes seeing Rafael Fiziev “drown” in his own blood. Gaethje and Fiziev shared the Octagon inside the O2 Arena in London, England in the co-main event of UFC 286. “The Highlight” and Fiziev had a three-round barn burner that resulted in “Fight of the Night” bonuses for both men. Ultimately, it was Gaethje who scored the majority decision victory.
Dana White on Teddy Atlas being told champions improve by 30 percent: "I believe it"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 19, 2023
UFC President Dana White has responded to a tweet sent out by legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas just before the trilogy fight between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman started. Atlas was watching the UFC Welterweight Championship bout, which was ultimately won by Edwards via majority decision. Before the bout started, Atlas hopped on his Twitter account and recalled old trainers telling him that a fighter instantly improves by 30 percent when they become a champion.
Justin Gaethje thinks Michael Bisping's commentary during UFC 286 main event was "very unprofessional"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 19, 2023
Justin Gaethje wasn’t enamored with the color commentary work of UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping during the UFC 286 headliner. The main event of UFC 286 featured a UFC Welterweight Championship bout between titleholder Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman. The trilogy fight went the distance and Edwards emerged victorious via majority decision.
Nate Diaz proclaims he is “still king” following Leon Edwards' majority decision win over Kamaru Usman at UFC 286
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 19, 2023
Leave it to Nate Diaz to have a very on-brand social media post following UFC 286. The headliner for UFC 286 featured a trilogy fight between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman, and Diaz was well aware of what transpired. Edwards, who walked into the bout as the UFC Welterweight Champion, successfully retained the 170-pound gold via majority decision.
Belal Muhammad vents his frustration after Dana White announces Colby Covington will be the next man to challenge Leon Edwards
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 19, 2023
Belal Muhammad is not happy with UFC President Dana White’s decision to lean towards Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington as the next UFC Welterweight Championship match. Covington was in attendance for Edwards’ successful title defense against Kamaru Usman in their trilogy fight at UFC 286. Edwards won the fight via majority decision, and after the bout, White said that Covington is next in line for a shot at the 170-pound gold.
Kamaru Usman issues statement following his majority decision loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 286: "Wasn’t my night"
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
Kamaru Usman has issued a statement following his majority decision loss to Leon Edwards at tonight’s UFC 286 event in London. Usman (20-3 MMA) and Edwards (21-3 MMA) collided for a third time this evening with the promotion’s coveted welterweight title up for grabs.
UFC champion Leon Edwards reacts to news that he will fight Colby Covington next: "I don't know how that makes sense"
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards has reacted to the news that he will be defending his title against Colby Covington next. Edwards (21-3 MMA) successfully defended his welterweight crown for the first time this evening in London, scoring a majority decision win over Kamaru Usman (20-3 MMA) in tonight’s UFC 286 main event.
Dana White reacts to 'Edwards vs. Usman 3', confirms Colby Covington will receive next title shot
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
UFC President Dana White has shared his reaction to ‘Edwards vs. Usman 3’, this while confirming Colby Covington will get the next title shot. Leon Edwards (21-3 MMA) and Kamaru Usman (20-3 MMA) collided for a third time this evening in London, with the promotion’s coveted welterweight title up for grabs.
UFC 286 Bonus Report: Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev earn 'FOTN' honors
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
The Octagon returned to London for tonight’s UFC 286 event, a fifteen-bout fight card headlined by Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman 3. Tonight’s highly anticipated welterweight title fight proved to be a thrilling five-round affair. Leon Edwards able to land a plethora of kicks throughout the twenty-five-minute contest, battering the lead leg of the former champion. Kamaru Usman was able to earn four takedowns in the bout, but never really was able to do much with the positions. Although ‘Rocky’ had a point deducted, he still did enough to emerge victorious on the judges’ scorecards.
Pros react after Leon Edwards defeats Kamaru Usman at UFC 286
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 286 event in London was headlined by a welterweight title fight between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman. Edwards (21-3 MMA) had entered the contest sporting a ten-fight winning streak, his most recent being his stunning knockout victory over Usman at UFC 278. Coincidentally, Leon’s most previous defeat had come back in December of 2015, when he was outpointed by ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ at UFC on Fox 17.
Pros react after Justin Gaethje defeats Rafael Fiziev at UFC 286
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 286 event was co-headlined by a key lightweight matchup featuring Justin Gaethje taking on Rafael Fiziev. Gaethje (24-4 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since being defeated by Charles Oliveira at UFC 274. Prior to that setback, ‘The Highlight’ had earned a unanimous decision victory over Michael Chandler in a bout that given ‘Fight of the Year’ honors for 2021.
UFC 286 Results: Justin Gaethje defeats Rafael Fiziev (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 286 event is co-headlined by a key lightweight matchup featuring Justin Gaethje taking on Rafael Fiziev. Gaethje (23-4 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since being defeated by Charles Oliveira at UFC 274. Prior to that setback, ‘The Highlight’ was coming off a unanimous decision victory over Michael Chandler in a bout that given ‘Fight of the Year’ honors for 2021.
UFC 286 Results: Gunnar Nelson stops Bryan Barberena in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 286 main card lineup features a welterweight matchup between Gunnar Nelson and Bryan Barberena. Nelson (18-5-1 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since defeating Takashi Sato twelve months ago at UFC London. That victory snapped a two-fight losing skid for ‘Gunni’, as he had previously suffered setbacks to Gilbert Burns and Leon Edwards respectively.
Pros react after Marvin Vettori defeats Roman Dolidze at UFC 286
Chris Taylor - March 18, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 286 main card lineup featured a middleweight matchup between Marvin Vettori and Roman Dolidze. Vettori (19-6-1 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a decision setback to Robert Whittaker in his most previous effort at UFC Paris. Prior to that loss, ‘The Italian Dream’ was coming off a decision win over Paulo Costa in October of 2021.
UFC 286: 'Edwards vs. Usman 3' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - March 17, 2023
The Octagon returns to London for tonight’s UFC 286 event, a fifteen-bout fight card headlined by Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman 3. Edwards (20-3 MMA) will enter the contest on a ten-fight winning streak, his most recent of course being his stunning knockout victory over Usman at UFC 278. Coincidentally, Leon’s most recent defeat came back in December of 2015 when he was outpointed by ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ at UFC on Fox 17.
Mario Bautista wants "firefight" with Cody Garbrandt after submission win over Guido Cannetti: "I think I could bring his wild style out"
Cole Shelton - March 17, 2023
Mario Bautista knew he would be able to finish Guido Cannetti early at UFC Las Vegas. After Bautista submitted Benito Lopez in the first round, he wasn’t sure what would be next for him but was surprised when he was offered Cannetti. Although it wasn’t the fight he was hoping for, Bautista knew he had to make a statement and finish Cannetti early.




