MMA News
Sean O’Malley explains why the Liver King steroid revelations suck: “His nine tenets... They're all good sh*t”
Susan Cox - December 2, 2022
Sean O’Malley is explaining why the Liver King steroid revelations suck. Sean O’Malley is speaking out concerning reports of the ‘Liver King’ (Brian Johnson) allegedly using steroids.
Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal should reconsider callout from Michael Chandler
Susan Cox - December 2, 2022
Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal should reconsider the callout from Michael Chandler. It is true that Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) has called out Jorge Masvidal (35-16 MMA) for a fight, but ‘Gamebred’ seemingly has no interest in such a matchup.
Alberta becomes the second province to ban UFC betting
Cole Shelton - December 2, 2022
Alberta is following in Ontario’s footsteps by banning UFC betting. On Thursday, it was revealed Ontario – the most populated province in Canada – decided to ban UFC betting due to integrity concerns. The AGCO oversees the regulated gaming industry in Ontario, and requires sports governing bodies to enforce codes of conduct that include prohibitions on betting by insiders and to have sufficient integrity safeguards in place to mitigate the risk of match-fixing.
Paddy Pimblett name drops the one footballer he would like to fight in the Octagon
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2022
Paddy Pimblett has named the footballer he has a particular disdain for as he prepares for his return to the Octagon. Make no mistake about it: Paddy Pimblett is already one of the biggest stars in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Glover Teixeira shuts down rumored Alex Pereira vs Khamzat Chimaev fight: “This fight is all talk”
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2022
Glover Teixeira has shut down the idea of Alex Pereira defending his middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev. There’s often a lot of talk surrounding Khamzat Chimaev, with much of it coming from the man himself. ‘Borz’ regularly goes after his rivals on social media and, more often than not, makes it clear that he wants to fight as much as he possibly can. Lately, he’s been focusing his attention on UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira.
Maycee Barber reveals stalker her who harassed her for years has been jailed
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2022
Maycee Barber has revealed that she had a pretty serious stalker situation that has now been resolved by his arrest. For years now, Maycee Barber has been seen as a rising prospect in the UFC. In addition to saying she wanted to be the promotion’s youngest ever champion, she’s also produced some fun moments since her debut on Dana White’s Contender Series.
Natan Levy expects Genaro Valdez to "gas" at UFC Orlando en route to a stoppage win: "I'm looking forward to being the best fight on the card and getting a bonus"
Cole Shelton - December 1, 2022
Natan Levy is expecting to get a bonus when he faces Genaro Valdez at UFC Orlando. Levy is set to return to the Octagon at UFC Orlando on Saturday. The 31-year-old is coming off a decision win over Mike Breeden back in April but after the fight, he had to have minor surgery on his knee. Yet, the plan was to always return by the end of the year.
Stephen Thompson reveals funny story on how he spent a weekend in jail: "I'm never going back"
Cole Shelton - December 1, 2022
Stephen Thompson is known as one of, if not the nicest fighter in the UFC, but he has had a run-in with the law. Thompson is universally liked but ahead of his UFC Orlando main event fight against Kevin Holland, he revealed he spent a weekend in jail when he grew up. However, what he did was nothing serious as he says he got caught skinny dipping and quickly realized he was not cut out for jail.
Bryce Mitchell slams 'scared' Joe Rogan over not debating him on Flat Earth Theory
Josh Evanoff - December 1, 2022
Featherweight contender Bryce Mitchell is once again going after UFC commentator Joe Rogan. ‘Thug Nasty’ has been out of action since a decision win over Edson Barboza in March. The win was the biggest of the Arkansas native’s career thus far. He’s now slated to face Ilia Topuria at UFC 282 later this month.
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling announces Henry Cejudo clash likely on for March: "This fight is going to happen"
Josh Evanoff - December 1, 2022
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has confirmed Henry Cejudo is next. ‘Funk Master’ is fresh off his recent title defense at UFC 280 in October. Standing opposite the champion was T.J. Dillashaw. The former titleholder had missed over a year due to injury issues, but little did fans know that the injury problems were just getting started.
UFC and Daniel Cormier release emotional tribute video for the late Anthony Johnson
Josh Evanoff - December 1, 2022
The UFC and Daniel Cormier continue to honor the memory of the legend known simply as ‘Rumble’. Anthony Johnson is mostly remembered by fans as being one of the hardest hitters to grace the octagon. While he began his career all the way down at welterweight, the future title challenger would have his most success at 205 pounds.
Jorge Masvidal claims Gilbert Burns callouts were a “gimmick” to gain more followers: “Keep my name out your mouth”
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Jorge Masvidal claims Gilbert Burns callouts were a ‘gimmick’ to gain more followers and tells him to ‘keep my name out of your mouth’. Masvidal (35-16 MMA) has suffered 3 losses in his last 3 fights in the Octagon. Potentially making a return in March or April of 2023 the welterweight was aiming to secure a place on the card headlined by Leon Edwards‘ first title defense.
Ontario bans UFC betting over "integrity issues"
Cole Shelton - December 1, 2022
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has banned all UFC betting, it was announced on Thursday. The AGCO decided to ban the UFC from its sportsbooks due to integrity concerns. The AGCO oversees the regulated gaming industry in Ontario, requires sports governing bodies to enforce codes of conduct that include prohibitions on betting by insiders and to have sufficient integrity safeguards in place to mitigate the risk of match-fixing.
Daniel Cormier shares his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Daniel Cormier has shared his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return. The 43 year old commentator believes McGregor, a former two-division UFC champion will return to action in 2023 and has given his insight into who he feels the Irishman will meet with inside the Octagon next.
Ariel Helwani provides positive update on latest contact negotiations between Francis Ngannou and the UFC
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Ariel Helwani has provided a positive update on the latest contract negotiations between Francis Ngannou and the UFC. The 40 year old MMA reporter believes that Francis Ngannou and the UFC will come to an agreement.
Kayla Harrison admits she is “heartbroken” following her first career loss in MMA: “I fell on my face”
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
PFL sensation Kayla Harrison has opened up on her first loss in mixed martial arts to Larissa Pacheco. Last week, in the PFL finals, Kayla Harrison lost to Larissa Pacheco. It served as the third time she’s faced her rival as she attempted to become a three-time PFL champion.
Rafael dos Anjos explains why he “wouldn’t be sad” if Islam Makhachev fight never comes to fruition
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
Rafael dos Anjos has explained why he wouldn’t be upset if a fight between himself and Islam Makhachev never happens. On multiple occasions across the last few years, Rafael dos Anjos and Islam Makhachev have been scheduled to fight one another. However, for whatever reason, it hasn’t quite come to fruition – whether it be due to injury or outside factors.
Tai Tuivasa explains why he’s not interested in fighting at UFC 284 in Australia
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
UFC heavyweight Tai Tuivasa has explained why he isn’t interested in competing at UFC 284 in Australia. This Saturday night, Tai Tuivasa will attempt to get back in the win column. After going on a fantastic run of form in the last few years, ‘Bam Bam’ fell to a spirited loss against Ciryl Gane at UFC Paris just a few months ago.