MMA News
Conor McGregor's lawsuit over alleged assault dropped by Dublin Woman
Lewis Simpson - February 22, 2023
Samantha Murphy, the woman who accused Conor McGregor of assaulting her on his yacht, terminated the lawsuit this Monday, a month after she had launched the case. It was claimed that McGregor assaulted Samantha on July 17, 2022, following birthday celebrations held at Ocean Beach Club in Ibiza and then at the Irishman’s yacht.
Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes set to headline UFC Fight Night event on April 22
Susan Cox - February 22, 2023
Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes is set to headline the UFC Fight Night event on April 22nd. This, according to ESPN‘s Brett Okamoto, who took to ‘Twitter’ with a picture of the two fighters and the commentary:
Aljamain Sterling says Michael Chandler has to “put together his Fight IQ” ahead of Conor McGregor fight: “You don't want people telling stories about you around the firepit”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023
UFC champion Aljamain Sterling has given Michael Chandler some advice ahead of his fight against Conor McGregor. A few weeks back, it was confirmed that Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor will coach the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. In addition to that, they will also fight one another when the season is over.
Chael Sonnen sounds off on proposed Francis Ngannou vs. Deontay Wilder MMA fight: “Why don’t we just go throw daggers?”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has questioned the proposed MMA fight between Francis Ngannou and Deontay Wilder. Ever since Francis Ngannou left the UFC, fans have been wondering what’s next for him. ‘The Predator’ made it crystal clear, above all else, that he wants to test the waters in boxing.
Tyron Woodley interested in facing Jake Paul in PFL, blasts people for saying he took a dive: "If you stand still and let someone punch you as hard as they can, you can die!"
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
Tyron Woodley believes he and Jake Paul could fight again, but this time in MMA. Woodley made his boxing debut against Paul in August of 2021, with Jake winning a split decision in a fight the former UFC champion thought he won. The two then rematched a few months later in December but this time around, it was Paul winning by KO.
UFC adds two fights to May 13 fight card including Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
The UFC has started to fill out its May 13 event with two fights being added including the return of Mackenzie Dern. According to MMAJunkie, Dern is set to face Angela Hill at strawweight on May 13 at a location TBD. Later, it was reported by Mani Mayer that Karolina Kowalkiewicz will face Vanessa Demopoulos on that same May 13 event. The location of the card has not been announced, but the main event will see Anthony Smith take on Johnny walker.
The UFC parts ways with four more fighters
Jeffrey Walter - February 21, 2023
The UFC has parted ways with another four fighters according to recent reports from @UFCRosterWatch on ‘Twitter’. It should also be noted that it has not been confirmed if all of these moves were outright releases or simply contracts which were not renewed.
Former Bellator lightweight champion Brent Primus added to Grand Prix after Sidney Outlaw tests positive for three banned substances
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Former Bellator champion Brent Primus is heading to the lightweight Grand Prix. The 37-year-old has been out of action since a unanimous decision defeat to Alexander Shabliy last June. That defeat was a brutal one for Primus, as it sent any title shot plans down the drain for the former titleholder. It also helped keep him out of the upcoming lightweight Grand Prix.
Paulo Costa proposes clash with Sean Strickland at former U.S. President Donald Trump's house: "Let’s fight at Mar A Lago dude"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
UFC middleweight contender Paulo Costa has an interesting idea in mind for his return. ‘The Eraser’ has been out of action since his clash with Luke Rockhold last August. In that outing, the Brazilian put on a classic, going back and forth with the former champion for 15 minutes. At the end of the three rounds, Costa got the badly-needed win by unanimous decision.
Jon Jones hoping for "reparations" from USADA regarding positive tests and calls for Daniel Cormier no-contest to be reverted to win
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones is hopeful he’ll soon have two wins over Daniel Cormier. ‘Bones’ and ‘DC’ had one of the more high-profile rivalries in MMA history. The two shared the octagon on two occasions, and also had a fight outside the cage as well. Their first meeting came at UFC 182 in January 2015, with Jones coming out on top by a unanimous decision.
Matt Brown praises UFC's Joe Rogan as the best commentator of all-time: "It's a hard job"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Some might not be a fan of UFC commentary, but Matt Brown understands it’s a tough job. The sport has come a long way in the last few decades. The UFC tried out many pairings before settling on a combination of Mike Goldberg and Joe Rogan in 2002. They stuck with the duo until 2016, and have used a rotating trio in the booth since then.
Jon Jones believes he and Daniel Cormier would "actually make great friends" if they have a chance to "chat it out"
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
Jon Jones has put his rivalry with Daniel Cormier to bed and now thinks the two could be friends. Jones and Cormier fought twice in the UFC, which resulted in one of the greatest rivalries in the promotion’s history. Despite years of bad blood, the longtime rivals have been civil in their most recent interactions online.
Michael Bisping reveals his pound-for-pound No.1 which doesn't include Islam Makhachev or Alexander Volkanovski
Lewis Simpson - February 21, 2023
Michael Bisping recently weighed in on the controversy surrounding the UFC’s pound-for-pound rankings following Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski. The former middleweight champion went further, detailing one fighter standing tall at the top of his pound-for-pound rankings, which isn’t either fighter who took part in the UFC 284 main event in Perth, Australia.
Khamzat Chimaev ends fight camp preparations for Ramadan
Susan Cox - February 21, 2023
Khamzat Chimaev has ended his fight camp preparations for Ramadan. Chimaev (12-0 MMA) last fought in September of 2022 at UFC 279 where he defeated Kevin Holland (23-9 MMA) via submission. The Swedish born 28-year-old has yet to lose a fight in the Octagon.
Paul Daley the latest addition to Jorge Masvidal’s stacked ‘Gamebred Boxing 4’ event in Milwaukee
Susan Cox - February 21, 2023
Paul Daley is the latest addition to Jorge Masvidal’s stacked ‘Gamebred Boxing 4’ event in Milwaukee. ‘Gamebred Boxing 4’ takes place on Saturday, April 1st at the Fiserv Forum Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Jessica Andrade reveals she 'lost focus' because her 'breast completely slipped out' during fight with Erin Blanchfield
Lewis Simpson - February 21, 2023
This past Saturday, in the UFC Vegas 69 main event, Jessica Andrade suffered a second-round submission loss to the rising Erin Blanchfield. Andrade revealed she was embarrassed following the defeat, but not with her performance as such, but due to a wardrobe malfunction during the bout. As of late, Andrade was starting to show why she was a former champion. Prior to Saturday past, she was riding a three-fight win streak, with dominant showings over Cynthia Calvillo, Amanda Lemos, and more recently, Lauren Murphy at UFC 283 in Brazil.
Conor McGregor threatens to 'kill' Tom Aspinall after the heavyweight revealed he wasn't interested in his comeback fight
Lewis Simpson - February 21, 2023
Conor McGregor sent an extreme threat towards UFC heavyweight Tom Aspinall after the Brit stated he was not interested in McGregor’s comeback fight against Michael Chandler. The Irish superstar is in Las Vegas, preparing to undergo weeks of filming the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter with Chandler. After the show concludes, the pair will get to settle their differences that occur during the show inside the octagon.
Fighters react after new footage shows that Diego Sanchez has a legitimate gripe with cheating accusations made against Austin Trout
Susan Cox - February 21, 2023
Fighters are reacting after new footage shows that Diego Sanchez has a legitimate gripe with cheating accusations made against Austin Trout. The recent ‘BKFC KnuckleMania 3’ which took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico last Friday, February 17th, saw Austin Trout defeat Diego Sanchez by a fourth round TKO.