MMA News
Gordon Ryan mocks Dillon Danis over boxing match with KSI: "I have tons of cars you can clean for me"
Josh Evanoff - December 16, 2022
Gordon Ryan has given his take on the upcoming boxing debut of Dillon Danis. ‘El Jefe’ has been a controversial figure in the combat sports community for a while now. While he was first introduced to MMA fans through his training with Conor McGregor, Danis has been competing at the top level of jiu-jitsu for a long time.
Anthony Smith believes Darren Till needs to take a big step down in competition: “He’s gonna have to back way up”
Susan Cox - December 16, 2022
Anthony Smith believes Darren Till needs to take a big step down in competition. It was last Saturday night, December 10th at UFC 282, where Darren Till (18-5 MMA) was defeated by Dricus Du Plessis (18-2 MMA) in a middleweight battle.
VIDEO | Jake Shields confronts Mike Jackson for calling him a "Nazi," altercation ensues
Cole Shelton - December 16, 2022
Jake Shields and Mike Jackson had an altercation today that turned physical. According to Shields, Jackson has called him a Nazi on social media which the former UFC title challenger was not happy with. The two have gone back and forth on social media and on Friday, they finally saw each other. Once they did, Shields took Jackson to the ground and was holding him there, and tried to land some ground and pound. Jackson – who has also fought in the UFC – is heard asking people to get Shields off of him, before Jake was eventually removed.
Logan Paul reacts to Paddy Pimblett’s Body Fuel Video: “Its a pretty f**king embarrassing video”
Susan Cox - December 16, 2022
Logan Paul has reacted to Paddy Pimblett’s ‘Body Fuel’ Video. Logan Paul, along with fellow YouTuber KSI, founded the drink ‘Prime Hydration’ earlier this year.
Controversial footage released of Jake Paul flooring Youtuber in sparring
Lewis Simpson - December 16, 2022
Controversial footage has been released of Jake Paul dropping Faze Clan’s Deestroying as the YouTube-turned-boxer prepares to announce his next opponent. Paul cemented himself as one of the biggest content creators on YouTube, earning millions of dollars in the process. Not feeling satisfied enough, Paul transitioned into boxing and has dedicated the last five years to improving his skillset between the ropes. His most recent and significant victory came over UFC legend Anderson Silva. Donald De La Haye, who goes by the name ‘Deestroying, is a successful Youtuber. However, had no experience boxing before joining Paul during his training camp.
Former UFC champion TJ Dillashaw not ruling out an eventual return to fighting: “We’ll see how successful things turn out for me outside the cage”
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2022
TJ Dillashaw has given his thoughts on a possible return to mixed martial arts following his retirement earlier this month. Back in October at UFC 280, TJ Dillashaw fought for the UFC bantamweight title. His aim was to win the gold for the third time, but ultimately, he fell short as a result of a nasty shoulder injury. As a result, Aljamain Sterling is still the king at 135 pounds.
Robert Whittaker believes “notorious” Paulo Costa is trolling with recent claims of not fighting at UFC 284: “I don't think anybody should pay too much attention to the dude”
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2022
Robert Whittaker has given his thoughts on Paulo Costa‘s recent suggestion that there’s no bout agreement signed for UFC 284. For the longest time, it’s seemed as if Robert Whittaker would be facing off against Paulo Costa at UFC 284 in Australia. However, as of late, Costa has been throwing a spanner into the works.
Jamahal Hill confident Glover Teixeira has never seen anyone with his “finishing ability” ahead of UFC 283: “You can't compare me to nobody else bro”
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2022
Jamahal Hill has expressed his confidence in being able to finish Glover Teixeira when they meet next month at UFC 283. In a strange twist of fate, Jamahal Hill will fight Glover Teixeira for the UFC light heavyweight title next month in Brazil. It comes after the title bout at UFC 282, between Jan Blachowicz and Magomed Ankalaev, ended in a split draw.
Journey Newson expects a "high-pace" fight against Sergey Morozov but believes he will KO him: "I can easily KO this guy, honestly"
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2022
Journey Newson wanted to get one more fight this year and he has gotten his wish. Newson ended his layoff in May at UFC 274 as he beat Fernie Garcia by decision. After the win, the plan was to fight at the end of the year and he will return at UFC Vegas 66 against Sergey Morozov.
Darren Elkins reveals he suffered serious injuries in loss to Jonathan Pearce at UFC Orlando
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2022
Darren Elkins suffered some serious injuries in his decision loss to Jonathan Pearce earlier this month at UFC Orlando. Elkins was looking to earn his second win in a row he took on Pearce, as ‘The Damage’ had returned to the win column with a decision win over Tristan Connelly earlier this year. Yet, in this fight, Pearce beat Elkins from start to finish and said he wasn’t shocked by how tough Elkins was after the bout was over.
TJ Dillashaw shares the biggest regret he has from his MMA career
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2022
TJ Dillashaw has a major regret from his career. Dillashaw recently announced his retirement from MMA following his TKO loss to Aljamain Sterling for the bantamweight title. In the fight, he disclosed his shoulder multiple times and after the fight, he was set to undergo surgery.
Alex Caceres admits he's thinking about a move to Power Slap: "I think I could be pretty decent at slapping somebody"
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2022
Alex Caceres is pondering a move to Power Slap. Caceres has been in the UFC since 2011 and has a record of 14-11 and one No Contest inside of the Octagon. ‘Bruce Leeroy’ has been a fan favorite and has fought at both bantamweight and featherweight, and although he is still having success, he is thinking about joining Power Slap.
Coach Ray Longo blasts judge Douglas Crosby over controversial Danny Sabatello and Paddy Pimblett scorecards: "You let him piss all over people"
Josh Evanoff - December 15, 2022
MMA coach Ray Longo is the latest to shine a light on controversial judge Douglas Crosby. The name is likely familiar to MMA fans, but for the wrong reason. Crosby has judged fights for over two decades and has become a controversial figure for it. He’s been on the wrong side of some of the worst decisions in the history of the sport and has continued to receive high-profile assignments.
Israel Adesanya's coach Eugene Bareman confident ahead of rematch with Alex Pereira: "We were winning that fight relatively comfortably"
Josh Evanoff - December 15, 2022
Israel Adesanya’s coach Eugene Bareman is quietly confident ahead of a rematch with Alex Pereira. The two middleweight contenders met last month at UFC 281 in Madison Square Garden. While it was their first meeting in the cage, the two had met previously twice as kickboxers. The Brazilian defeated Adesanya twice, even scoring a knockout win.
Deron Winn announces that he's out of UFC Vegas 66 due to falling down the stairs at UFC Performance Institute
Josh Evanoff - December 15, 2022
UFC middleweight Deron Winn is officially out of his return at UFC Vegas 66 this Saturday. The American Kickboxing Academy product has been out of action since a knockout loss to Phil Hawes in June. The loss was a devastating one for Winn, as it set him back 1-3 in his last four outings. He had previously lost to names such as Gerald Meerschaert and Darren Stewart.
Brendan Schaub believes Paddy Pimblett will be a future UFC champion: "Do your homework on him"
Josh Evanoff - December 15, 2022
Brendan Schaub still believes that Paddy Pimblett is a future UFC champion. ‘The Baddy’ made his return at UFC 282 last Saturday night on pay-per-view. Despite being just three fights into his journey in the promotion, he’s already a superstar. Brand deals with Barstool Sports, as well as a popular podcast, have helped in spades.
KSI blasts "disrespectful" Dillon Danis for no-showing press conference, 'El Jefe' fires back
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2022
KSI has taken a shot at Dillon Danis for not showing up to their press conference to promote their upcoming boxing match. KSI and Danis are set to headline Misfits 004 on January 14 in London, England. It’s an intriguing bout and a month out from the fight, a press conference was scheduled on Wednesday in England. Yet, it was revealed that Danis was unable to make his plane, preferring to concentrate on training after suffering a bout of influenza.
Ali Abdelaziz implores every commission not to take on Douglas Crosby as a judge following UFC 282
Susan Cox - December 15, 2022
Ali Abdelaziz has implored every commission not to take on Douglas Crosby as a judge following UFC 282. Abdelaziz is the founder and president of Dominance MMA Management. The MMA manager, 45, has several former UFC champions under his wing, some of which include Khabib Nurmagomedov, Kamaru Usman, Justin Gaethje and Henry Cejudo.