MMA News
Former NSAC Chairman says he made a “mistake” sanctioning Power Slap: “I’m not happy about it”
Harry Kettle - March 9, 2023
Former NSAC chairman Stephen J. Cloobeck believes he made a mistake in helping to sanction the Power Slap league. Ever since it was announced by UFC president Dana White, there have been plenty of questions surrounding Power Slap. In addition to how popular it would be, the general safety of the slappers – or athletes – involved.
Jon Jones reacts to footage of Daniel Cormier’s live reaction to his title win at UFC 285: “My man couldn’t even pretend to smile”
Harry Kettle - March 9, 2023
Jon Jones has laughed off footage of Daniel Cormier’s live reaction to his win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285. At UFC 285, Jon Jones shocked the world. The fact he won the UFC heavyweight championship wasn’t the shocking part – but instead, it was the way he did it.
Henry Cejudo reveals the “only way” Stipe Miocic can defeat Jon Jones at UFC 290: “Good luck with that”
Harry Kettle - March 9, 2023
Henry Cejudo has given his thoughts on Stipe Miocic’s best route to victory when he fights Jon Jones at UFC 290. While it hasn’t been officially announced, the UFC has heavily teased that Jon Jones will defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic during International Fight Week. Jon captured the belt last weekend when he submitted Ciryl Gane in just two minutes at UFC 285.
New details revealed from the altercation between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler on TUF 31
Jeffrey Walter - March 8, 2023
New details have emerged regarding the altercation that occurred between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler on TUF 31. During last weekend’s UFC 285 post-fight press conference, Dana White revealed that an incident recently occurred between McGregor and Chandler, and that the two lightweights were now at odds with one another.
Dan Hooker reveals he's had more USADA visits since accusing Islam Makhachev of cheating: "You think that’s a coincidence?"
Cole Shelton - March 8, 2023
Dan Hooker says USADA has been testing him more frequently since he came out and accused Islam Makhachev of cheating at UFC 284. After Makhachev beat Alexander Volkanovski by decision, Hooker accused Makhachev of using an IV to rehydrate after weigh-ins. However, there has been no proof of anything, and Hooker expects the UFC will try and punish him with some tough matchups going forward. Along with that, Hooker says USADA has been testing him more frequently since his comments.
Tyson Nam expecting "a car accident right from the get-go" against Bruno Silva at UFC Las Vegas: "We will see whose right-hand lands first"
Cole Shelton - March 8, 2023
Tyson Nam is excited about his UFC Las Vegas matchup against Bruno Silva as he knows it is will be a fun one. After Nam knocked out Ode Osbourne in August, the hope was to return in January against David Dvorak but that didn’t come to fruition. Instead, he was booked to face Silva at UFC Las Vegas on March 11 which he’s excited about.
Jonathan Martinez hopeful the judges are not needed for his UFC Las Vegas fight against Said Nurmagomedov: "I'm excited to prove that I should be ranked"
Cole Shelton - March 8, 2023
Jonathan Martinez wasn’t sure who he would be fighting next. Martinez picked up the biggest win of his career last time out as he scored a stoppage victory over Cub Swanson. It was a big win for Martinez who is now set to return at UFC Las Vegas against the 14th-ranked bantamweight in Said Nurmagomedov.
Ariel Helwani explains why the UFC should avoid giving “deserving” Valentina Shevchenko an immediate rematch with Alexa Grasso
Zain Bando - March 8, 2023
Alexa Grasso shook up the UFC flyweight division with a fourth-round submission victory over Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 285 in the night’s co-main event. While the upset arguably changed the trajectory of the division, it begged the question from many fight fans about whether the March 4 title fight should be run back right away. Shevchenko was arguably ahead entering round four before the tables turned, which led to the eventual outcome. The victory earned Grasso the new and distinct title of becoming the first female Mexican-born UFC champion.
Jon Jones explains why Ciryl Gane tapped out so quickly at UFC 285: “I could hear his spine popping”
Josh Evanoff - March 8, 2023
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has explained why Ciryl Gane tapped so quickly last Saturday. ‘Bones’ made his long-awaited return to the octagon at UFC 285 against ‘Bon Gamin’. The bout was Jones’ first in over three years, and it was also his heavyweight debut. While the former champion long teased he’d move to the weight class, he finally made the move up last weekend.
Former UFC women's bantamweight champion Miesha Tate slated for June return
Josh Evanoff - March 8, 2023
Former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Miesha Tate will be returning to 135 pounds. ‘Cupcake’ has been out of action since her flyweight debut last July. For her debut at 125 pounds, the former champion faced Lauren Murphy. While Tate was hoping to potentially earn a title shot against Valentina Shevchenko, those plans quickly went up in smoke.
UFC star Paddy Pimblett goes viral for landing “Sparta Kick” on little person (Video)
Lewis Simpson - March 8, 2023
UFC star Paddy Pimblett has faced some negative backlash after landing a ‘Sparta Kick’ on a little person. The rising lightweight recently collaborated with Youtube figure Danny Duncan, who has a massive seven-million subscribers.
Deiveson Figueiredo calls to face Dominick Cruz in bantamweight debut: "Would be a great first fight"
Josh Evanoff - March 8, 2023
Former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo has an opponent in mind for his return. ‘Deus Da Guerra’ has been out of action since his fourth meeting with Brandon Moreno in January. The bout was a historic one, as it was the first time in promotional history two fighters had competed against each other four times. Sadly, it didn’t end well for the Brazilian.
UFC champion Jamahal Hill has no plans of lobbying for better fighter pay like Francis Ngannou: “I’m just building bridges”
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2023
Jamahal Hill has said that fighters will have to “come together” if they want to improve the pay structure in the UFC. For the longest time now, there’s been a lot of talk regarding fighter pay in the UFC. Some have defended it, but the majority of fans and pundits believe that those on the UFC roster deserve more than what they’re getting.
Henry Cejudo advises Bo Nickal to take “six more fights” before fighting anyone in the top ten
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2023
Henry Cejudo has advised Bo Nickal to take his time before taking on the truly elite middleweights in the UFC. While he may be just 4-0 in mixed martial arts, Bo Nickal is already quite the phenomenon. The former wrestling sensation has made a seamless transition over to MMA and in his UFC debut last weekend, he finished Jamie Pickett in the first round.
Jon Jones opens up as significant favorite for UFC 290 showdown with Stipe Miocic
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2023
Jon Jones has opened as a sizeable favourite ahead of his proposed fight against Stipe Miocic at UFC 290. Ever since his win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285, Jon Jones has been focused on one man – Stipe Miocic. In his post-fight interview, he made it crystal clear that he wants to take on the man who is widely regarded as the greatest UFC heavyweight of all time.
Nick Diaz reveals he’s asked to fight “as soon as possible”, hints at two potential opponents for UFC return
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2023
UFC veteran Nick Diaz has revealed that he wants to make his return to the promotion at some point later this year. For many years now, Nick Diaz has been viewed as a real fan favourite in mixed martial arts. He may not always end up in the win column, in fact, he hasn’t won since October 2011. Still, he has the kind of personality that will always leave him looking good in the eyes of his supporters.
Michael 'Venom' Page blasts UFC over treatment of Francis Ngannou: "Heavyweight champion of the world and you're complaining about finances"
Josh Evanoff - March 7, 2023
Bellator welterweight Michael ‘Venom’ Page believes Francis Ngannou‘s UFC exit is concerning for MMA fighters. ‘The Predator’ famously walked out of the UFC in January after fighting out his contract. He vacated his heavyweight title, and the promotion quickly announced Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the gold. ‘Bones’ defeated ‘Bon Gamin’ by first-round submission at UFC 285 last weekend to win the vacant championship.
Merab Dvalishvili discusses previous run-in with Petr Yan in Abu Dhabi: "He should be more humble"
Josh Evanoff - March 7, 2023
UFC bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili seemingly has bad blood with Petr Yan. ‘The Machine’ has been out of the octagon since his clash with Jose Aldo last August at UFC 278. Heading into the contest, the Brazilian was hoping to earn one final title shot, but those plans were blown up. Dvalishvili wound up winning by unanimous decision, the biggest victory of his career to date.