MMA News

Cole Shelton - January 2, 2023

Dana White and his wife Anne got into an altercation on New Year’s Eve. White and his wife were in a crowded Cabo San Lucas nightclub with their friends and plenty of bystanders when White and his wife got into an altercation. According to the UFC boss, he says the fight was fueled by alcohol. The video was captured by TMZ.

Cole Shelton - January 2, 2023

Body cam footage of the police talking to Colby Covington after the alleged Jorge Masvidal altercation has been released. In March of 2022 – after Covington beat Masvidal at UFC 272 – Masvidal allegedly jumped and assaulted Covington outside of a Miami steakhouse. The punch allegedly broke Covington’s tooth among other minor injuries.

Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2023

Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz still has some fight in him after all. ‘The Huntington Beach Bad Boy’ has had an interesting last few years. Ortiz famously retired from MMA following a win over Chael Sonnen in 2017, but it was short-lived. The following year, the former titleholder signed with Golden Boy MMA to face Chuck Liddell in a trilogy bout.

Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2023

UFC bantamweight contender Sean O’Malley has his eyes set on a rematch with Marlon Vera. At UFC 252 in August 2020, the two 135-pound prospects faced off for the first time. Despite being a heavy favorite, ‘Sugar’ suffered an early leg injury, and wound up being TKO’d in the first round. The result was the first defeat of O’Malley’s career thus far.

Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2023

Sometimes life is stranger than fiction, as evidenced by Jose Aldo’s new housemate. ‘Junior’ recently wrapped up his MMA career in August at UFC 278 against Merab Dvalishvili. The Brazilian was hoping to get a title shot with a win, as he admitted he was disinterested in fighting for anything but championships. Aldo wound up coming up short by unanimous decision.

Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2023

Jake Paul is reportedly done facing older UFC legends, according to himself, anyway. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of the ring since October when he faced Anderson Silva. The bout was the biggest test of the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s career thus far, and he lived up to expectations. While the fight was close, an eighth-round knockdown sealed the win for Paul by decision.

Susan Cox - January 2, 2023

The Kamaru Usman vs Leon Edwards trilogy fight is in doubt for UFC 286 as the former champ continues to nurse a hand injury. UFC 286 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 18th at the O2 Arena in London, England.

Susan Cox - January 2, 2023

Scott Coker is reacting after his Bellator fighters went a perfect 5-0 against Rizin on New Years Eve. Coker, 60, the current president of Bellator can’t hide the pride he has in his promotion closing out 2022 with a clean sweep this past Saturday, December 31st.

Lewis Simpson - January 2, 2023

The UFC has added Englishmen and undefeated Cage Warriors champion Christian Leroy Duncan to their roster. The announcement came after Duncan was expected to headline Cage Warriors 148 on New Year’s Eve against 49-fight veteran Jesse Taylor. Taylor, who has competed on The Ultimate Fighter twice before, was the victim of a hit-and-run incident that forced him to go to the hospital and withdraw from the bout.

Lewis Simpson - January 2, 2023

UFC lightweight contender Damir Ismagulov closes the curtain on his career and announces his retirement from MMA. On Sunday, Ismagulov revealed on Instagram that ongoing health issues had forced him to hang up the gloves. The 31-year-old didn’t give much away but thanked his followers for the support throughout his mixed martial arts career.

Harry Kettle - January 2, 2023

MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has explained why he wants to see Frank Shamrock take his place in the UFC Hall of Fame. When it comes to analysts in the world of mixed martial arts, few are quite as outspoken as Chael Sonnen. The former UFC title challenger is one of the most intriguing personalities in the history of the sport, and most certainly of his generation.

Harry Kettle - January 2, 2023

MMA analyst Michael Bisping has revealed the four UFC fights he wants to see as we enter the new year. Following on from a huge year for the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2022, plans are in place for an even bigger 2023. It’ll mark the 30th anniversary of the company’s first event which, in itself, is cause for celebration.

Josh Evanoff - December 30, 2022

UFC women’s flyweight contender Tatiana Suarez is ready to return to the octagon. The undefeated wrestler has been out of action since a clash with Nina Nunes in June 2019. The bout was the biggest test of Suarez’s career thus far, and she passed with flying colors. She wound up earning a unanimous decision victory after three-hard fought rounds.

Josh Evanoff - December 30, 2022

UFC lightweight prospect Paddy Pimblett is the latest to spar with an internet troll. ‘The Baddy’ is fresh off his return against Jared Gordon earlier this month at UFC 282. The bout was just the fourth of the Scouser’s promotional run thus far. Despite that, he’s already become a massive star, likely thanks to deals with companies such as Barstool Sports.

Josh Evanoff - December 30, 2022

Shavkat Rakhmonov wants to know where he fits into the welterweight division. ‘Nomad’ has been out of action since his clash with Neil Magny in June. The bout was the biggest test of the undefeated fighter’s career thus far, but he was seemingly unfazed. Rakhmonov dominated the veteran en route to a second-round submission win.

Lewis Simpson - December 30, 2022

Greta Thunberg, Andrew Tate’s newly-found internet nemesis, didn’t shy away in roasting the controversial star after he was arrested yesterday alongside his brother Tristan Tate. Tate’s home was raided for the second time this year, with both brothers being arrested on site. It was believed to be in connection with a human trafficking probe.

Harry Kettle - December 30, 2022

UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has encouraged Paulo Costa to take on Khamzat Chimaev in the last fight of his contract. We all know Paulo Costa to be an eccentric figure. In addition to his actions in the cage, he’s also got a bizarre personality on social media. So much so, of course, that his tweets tend to gain more traction than his fights – when he does fight.

Harry Kettle - December 30, 2022

UFC star Max Holloway has laughed off the latest jab from Conor McGregor as the Irishman continues to tease a return. It’s safe to say that Max Holloway is one of the most likeable figures in mixed martial arts. In addition to his infectious personality, he also has a really fun fight style, too.