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Cris Cyborg congratulates Francis Ngannou on making Dana White’s “doesn’t want to fight” list
Harry Kettle - January 17, 2023
Former UFC fighter Cris Cyborg has congratulated Francis Ngannou for making Dana White’s “doesn’t want to fight” list. Last weekend, it was announced that Francis Ngannou had been released by the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The decision came after he and the UFC failed to come to terms on a new contract.
Ciryl Gane does hilarious Nate Diaz impression ahead of UFC 285
Zain Bando - January 16, 2023
Ciryl Gane is on the verge of making history, as a win against Jon Jones March 4 will make him the first vacant heavyweight champion since the division’s inception in 1997. With the fight almost two months away, Gane is embracing his second crack at championship gold, as he fell short against ex-heavyweight champion and UFC superstar, Francis Ngannou, in Jan. 2022.
What's next for Sean Strickland and Nassourdine Imavov after UFC Vegas 67?
Cole Shelton - January 16, 2023
In the UFC’s first event of 2023, a light heavyweight bout headlined the card as Sean Strickland stepped up on short notice to take on Nassourdine Imavov. Strickland lost a split decision to Jared Cannonier in the final event of 2022 and decided to step up on a few days’ notice to try and get back in the win column. Prior to his loss to the ‘Killa Gorilla’, Sean had been knocked out by Alex Pereira in a potential title eliminator. Imavov, meanwhile, entered the fight on a three-fight winning streak to earn his first UFC main event.
Aljamain Sterling hopeful Henry Cejduo waits for him, but isn't mad if he takes "the easier fight" against Sean O'Malley
Cole Shelton - January 16, 2023
Aljamain Sterling wants to fight Henry Cejudo next but understands if ‘Triple C’ decides to face Sean O’Malley instead. Sterling and Cejudo have been taking shots at each other for quite some time and both said they agreed to fight one another on March 4 at UFC 285. However, Sterling then revealed he had a torn bicep and wanted to get that fixed before taking a fight.
Jon Jones doesn't plan on talking trash to Ciryl Gane in the build to UFC 285 clash: "I'm past the point of talking sh*t"
Josh Evanoff - January 16, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones feels he’s beyond the trash talk at this point. ‘Bones’ has been out of action since a controversial decision victory over Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 in February 2020. Following the win, Jones relinquished his light-heavyweight championship. The goal was for the former titleholder to move to heavyweight, likely for a date with Francis Ngannou.
Jon Jones' manager says 'Bones' will be "the highest-paid heavyweight" in UFC history when he returns at UFC 285
Cole Shelton - January 16, 2023
Jon Jones will be the highest-paid heavyweight in UFC history when he makes his return at UFC 285. On Saturday, it was announced that Jones would be making his heavyweight debut for the vacant title at UFC 285 against Ciryl Gane. It’s a massive fight for the promotion and ‘Bones’ is getting paid for it as Jones’ manager says he is now the highest-paid heavyweight in history.
Paddy Pimblett expected to be out of action for foreseeable future due to ankle surgery in March
Josh Evanoff - January 16, 2023
Don’t expect UFC lightweight prospect Paddy Pimblett to fight anytime soon. ‘The Baddy’ has been out of action since his clash with Jared Gordon at UFC 282 in December. Despite being a heavy favorite against ‘Flash’, Pimblett faced a lot of adversity. Throughout the majority of the contest, Gordon was seemingly in control.
Ciryl Gane responds to critics who believe he will be out-wrestled by Jon Jones at UFC 285: “I’m a little bit more well-rounded (than Ngannou)”
Susan Cox - January 16, 2023
Ciryl Gane is responding to critics who believe he will be out-wrestled by Jon Jones at UFC 285. It will indeed be Ciryl Gane (11-1 MMA) vs Jon Jones (26-1 MMA) for the heavyweight title on Saturday, March 5th, 2023 at UFC 285 which takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Former UFC fighter Mike Perry shares his thoughts on Dana White slapping his wife
Susan Cox - January 16, 2023
Former UFC fighter Mike Perry has shared his thoughts on Dana White slapping his wife. It was on New Year’s Eve that UFC President, Dana White, and his wife Anna got into an altercation at a nightclub in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. TMZ released a video of the incident which went viral.
Henry Cejudo explains why he doesn’t rank Anderson Silva in the top fighters in MMA history
Susan Cox - January 16, 2023
Henry Cejudo is explaining why he doesn’t rank Anderson Silva in the top fighters in MMA history. Cejudo and Jon Jones, who have been training together for over a year now, discussed who are the greatest mixed martial artists of all time.
Former lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez slams the UFC for using false “narrative” with the release of Francis Ngannou
Susan Cox - January 16, 2023
Former lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez is slamming the UFC for using a false ‘narrative’ concerning the release of Francis Ngannou. It was UFC President, Dana White, who announced at the UFC Vegas 67 post-fight news conference that Francis Ngannou (17-3 MMA) has been freed from his contract and consequently stripped of his heavyweight title.
Dillon Danis reacts after KSI knocks out short notice replacement FaZe Temperrr
Harry Kettle - January 16, 2023
Dillon Danis has given his thoughts following KSI’s short notice boxing knockout win over FaZe Temperrr. Last Saturday night, KSI knocked out FaZe Temperrr after the latter took on the bout on short notice. The win ensured that KSI remains undefeated in the boxing ring as he aims to set up another lucrative opportunity later on this year.
Jon Jones signs new eight-fight contract ahead of his return at UFC 285
Harry Kettle - January 16, 2023
As per UFC president Dana White, Jon Jones has signed a new eight-fight deal with the company ahead of his return. During Saturday’s post-fight press conference, Dana White made the announcement everyone had been waiting for. After three years away, Jon Jones will return to compete for the UFC heavyweight championship at UFC 285.
Daniel Cormier reacts after the UFC books Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight title
Harry Kettle - January 16, 2023
Former UFC star Daniel Cormier has given his thoughts on the UFC booking Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane at UFC 285. After much speculation, the return of Jon Jones has finally been announced. After three years away, the light heavyweight GOAT will make his heavyweight debut at UFC 285 in March.
Nassourdine Imavov reacts following decision loss to Sean Strickland at UFC Vegas 67
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 15, 2023
Nassourdine Imavov fell short in his UFC Vegas 67 main event clash with Sean Strickland, and he’s spoken out following the loss. Imavov and Strickland collided inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 14. This one went the distance and in the end, Strickland had his hand raised via unanimous decision.
Tony Bellew warns former UFC Heavyweight Champion not to crossover into boxing: “He will not survive”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 15, 2023
Former boxing world champion Tony Bellew doesn’t believe Francis Ngannou has much of a shot if he shares the ring with Tyson Fury. Ngannou, who was the reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion, is now a free agent. Negotiations with the UFC didn’t pan out, and now the UFC Heavyweight Championship is vacant. Ciryl Gane and Jon Jones will clash to determine the new heavyweight kingpin at UFC 285 on March 4.
Curtis Blaydes offers response to Ciryl Gane vs. Jon Jones news: "I get why Gane got the shot and it wasn't based off meritocracy"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 15, 2023
Top five-ranked UFC heavyweight Curtis Blaydes has reacted to the Ciryl Gane vs. Jon Jones news. Francis Ngannou, who was the reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion, has been released after failed negotiations. Gane and Jones will be sharing the Octagon at UFC 285 on March 4. The winner will be crowned the new UFC Heavyweight Champion.
Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic reacts to Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane booking
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 15, 2023
If you thought Stipe Miocic would bow out of the UFC Heavyweight Title picture, think again. The UFC heavyweight division was set on its ear when Francis Ngannou, who had been the reigning champion, was released. UFC President Dana White told reporters during a UFC Vegas 67 post-fight scrum that Ngannou turned down the biggest contract offer for a UFC heavyweight.