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Raul Rosas Jr. vows to become the UFC’s first ever three division champion: “I ain’t celebrating nothing until I have them three belts around my waist”
Harry Kettle - January 30, 2023
UFC newcomer Raul Rosas Jr has vowed to become the first ever three-division world champion in UFC history. For many months now, fans have been hearing a whole lot about Raul Rosas Jr. The 18-year-old won a contract on Dana White’s Contender Series and then, just last month, submitted Jay Perrin in his official UFC debut.
Brandon Moreno relieved feud with Deiveson Figueiredo is over: "It feels awesome"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 29, 2023
Reigning UFC Flyweight Champion Brandon Moreno is quite happy that his rivalry with Deiveson Figueiredo is over. Moreno and Figueiredo fought for the fourth time in the co-main event of UFC 283. Moreno scored the third-round TKO finish to become a two-time UFC Flyweight Champion.
Daniel Cormier thinks Jorge Masvidal "must" defeat Gilbert Burns at UFC 287
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 29, 2023
UFC Hall of Famer and color commentator Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal has his back against the wall and needs to win his next fight. Masvidal will meet Gilbert Burns on the UFC 287 card scheduled for April 8. Headlining that card will be a UFC Middleweight Championship bout between titleholder Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya.
Leon Edwards discusses the recent struggles of fellow countryman Darren Till: “I feel like he's a little bit loose with what he's doing”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 29, 2023
UFC Welterweight Champion Leon Edwards has opined on Darren Till struggling to get back in the win column. Till has found himself on a three-fight losing streak. He hasn’t earned a victory inside the Octagon since November 2019. Till’s most recent bout took place at UFC 282 back in December 2022. “The Gorilla” was submitted by Dricus du Plessis in the third round. The bout earned “Fight of the Night” honors.
Power Slap competitor Jewel Scott admits Dana White’s new venture is high risk: “I may die here”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 29, 2023
Power Slap League competitor, Jewel Scott, provided honesty when speaking about the dangers of slap fighting. UFC President Dana White’s new venture has come under fire. Many, including former WWE superstar and neuroscientist Christopher Nowinski, criticize slap fighting since the competitors have no way to intelligently defend themselves from taking a strike to the face.
Francis Ngannou reveals he could be fighting Tyson Fury in mid-2023
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 29, 2023
Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou isn’t jumping the gun on a Tyson Fury fight in 2023, but he’d like to get a deal in writing before “The Gypsy King” battles Oleksandr Usyk. Ngannou and Fury have expressed interest in throwing down at some point. Fury has laid out the rules for the bout, which calls for a boxing match, but with 4-ounce gloves. He suggested International Boxing Hall of Famer Mike Tyson serve as the special referee.
Jake Paul confirms Mike Perry is the backup fighter if Tommy Fury pulls out of upcoming boxing match
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 29, 2023
Mike Perry’s wish might just come true if things once again go awry before Jake Paul and Tommy Fury are scheduled to collide. Back in January, Paul took to social media to claim that Fury didn’t want to fight him and that it may be Perry’s lucky year. Ultimately, Paul vs. Fury has been booked for February 26 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With that said, it never hurts to have a plan B.
Cody Stamann eyes Daniel Marcos after UFC 283 win over Luan Lacerda: "I love derailing people's hype and shutting down a hype train"
Cole Shelton - January 28, 2023
Cody Stamann knew fighting a Brazilian in Rio de Janeiro would be tough. Stamann was taking on UFC newcomer, Luan Lacerda at UFC 283, and going into the fight, the American made it clear he would give it back to the Brazilian fans if need be. Yet, throughout fight week, the fans surprised him by being nice and talking to him, but once he got into the arena, he says the fans were brutal.
Dana White announces two huge matchups for UFC 287, including Alex Pereira vs Israel Adesanya 2
Josh Evanoff - January 27, 2023
Earlier today, Dana White announced some massive fights for UFC 287 on April 8th. The UFC president stated that he had some massive announcements slated for this afternoon. White then took to Instagram to confirm several other matchups that had already been announced. Such as Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 in March.
Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury announced for February 26th in Saudi Arabia
Josh Evanoff - January 27, 2023
Jake Paul and Tommy Fury are hoping that the third time is the charm. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of action since his clash with Anderson Silva last October. To his credit, ‘The Spider’ gave the YouTuber-turned-boxer the toughest fight of his career thus far. However, an eighth-round knockdown sealed the deal, as Paul won by unanimous decision.
Alex Volkanovski coach says 'The Great' is showing 'scary stuff' ahead of Islam Makhachev fight
Andrew Whitelaw - January 27, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski vs Islam Makhachev is about as high-level a fight as you’re ever going to get in mixed martial arts. There’s a reason the pair are ranked in the top 2 sports on the men’s pound-for-pound ranking list. Volkanovski has racked up an incredible winning streak of 22. Makhachev was won 11 in a row. These two absolute monsters will go toe-to-toe in the main event at UFC 284 in Perth. The Australian fighter has all but cleared out the featherweight division, and now he’ll have a chance to make history as the first man from Down Under to hold two UFC titles concurrently.
Bella Mir earns UFC’s first NIL deal
Susan Cox - January 27, 2023
Bella Mir has earned UFC’s first NIL deal. And in doing so, the UFC is getting into the name, image and likeness (NIL) business.
Derrick Lewis plans to make a statement in his return at UFC Vegas 68: "People aren't taking me serious"
Lewis Simpson - January 27, 2023
Heavyweight slugger Derrick Lewis feels slightly disrespected ahead of his return to the octagon. Ahead of his UFC Vegas 68 return on Feb. 4, Lewis is looking in the best shape of his career and is hopeful the hard work he’s put in away from the cage shows on fight night.
Conor McGregor escapes death after being struck by vehicle while riding his road bike: "It wasn't our time"
Lewis Simpson - January 27, 2023
Conor McGregor encountered a lucky escape this Friday after being struck by a vehicle while riding his road bike. McGregor, who handled the situation extremely well, took to Instagram to showcase the aftermath of the incident that had just occurred.
Coach Joe Lopez details UFC featherweight kingpin Alex Volkanovski submitting a heavyweight in sparring
Harry Kettle - January 27, 2023
Joe Lopez has taken a trip down memory lane to tell the story of Alex Volkanovski submitting a heavyweight in sparring. It’s been well-documented for a while now that Alex Volkanovski is the pound-for-pound best fighter in the world. The featherweight king has ruled over his division for a good few years now and at UFC 284, he’ll attempt to move up and conquer lightweight.
John McCarthy and Josh Thomson critical of Dana White's Power Slap league and athlete pay
Harry Kettle - January 27, 2023
John McCarthy and Josh Thomson have questioned the legitimacy and future of Dana White’s Power Slap league. Ever since day one, we’ve seen many questions hanging over the head of Dana White’s new Power Slap league. Some are intrigued, whereas others have some serious concerns.
Tony Ferguson claims he’s been asked to coach TUF opposite Conor McGregor: “I Choose You McKnacker”
Cole Shelton - January 26, 2023
Tony Ferguson says he will be coaching the next season of The Ultimate Fighter against Conor McGregor. McGregor recently took to social media to announce he has been offered the opportunity to coach TUF, but the opponent was not revealed.
Kenny Florian believes PFL's best heavyweights "can hang" with Francis Ngannou if the promotion signs him
Cole Shelton - January 26, 2023
Kenny Florian, a commentator for the Professional Fighters League, believes the promotion’s best heavyweights can hang with Francis Ngannou should the free agent sign with the PFL. Once it was revealed Ngannou was free from his UFC contract many pointed to the PFL as a potential option. Ngannou had previously posted a picture with a family member wearing a PFL shirt and he also has a relationship with Ray Sefo who runs the promotion. With that, Florian is hoping Ngannou ends up signing with the PFL if he returns to MMA.