MMA News
Dominick Cruz makes Rampage Jackson / Marlon Vera comparison ahead of UFC San Diego
Andrew Whitelaw - August 8, 2022
Dominick Cruz says he has respect for his upcoming opponent Marlon Vera despite the Ecuadorian seemingly not liking him. The pair will lock horns in the main event at UFC San Diego this weekend in what will be an important match-up for the top of the bantamweight division.
Anthony Smith discusses his loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 277: “He wasn’t as good as I expected him to be”
Zain Bando - August 8, 2022
Anthony Smith suffered a critical loss at the hands of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 277 on July 30. The former light heavyweight title challenger also endured a brutal injury in the form of a broken ankle. Smith, who burst on to the scene in 2018, has fought some of the best fighters in the sport. Names like Glover Texiera, Jon Jones, and Rashad Evans quickly come to mind as three of the best fighters that the division has ever seen.
The UFC parts ways with three more fighters
Christopher Taylor - August 8, 2022
The UFC has parted ways with another three fighters according to recent reports from @UFCRosterWatch on ‘Twitter’. It should also be noted that it has not been confirmed if all of these moves were outright releases or simply contracts which were not renewed.
Ilima-Lei Macfarlane eyes retirement fight against friend and mentor Liz Carmouche for the belt: "I have four fights left on this contract and that will be it for me"
Cole Shelton - August 8, 2022
Ilima-Lei Macfarlane will be looking to return to the win column in a big way at Bellator 284. Macfarlane ended her nearly year-and-a-half layoff back in April in Hawaii and suffered a decision loss to Justine Kish. After the loss, Macfarlane told Bellator she wanted to return as soon as possible and got her wish as she will face Bruna Ellen on Friday night.
Marlon Vera sends a strong message to UFC fighters complaining about pay: “Dana wasn’t born rich”
Josh Evanoff - August 8, 2022
UFC bantamweight contender Marlon Vera has given his take on the fighter pay debate. Over the last few years, the debate around UFC athlete pay has skyrocketed. Thanks to figures such as Jake Paul, many have attacked the promotion for their lackluster pay. While many sporting leagues such as the NFL and NBA split profits between players and executives, the UFC is different.
KSI and Jake Paul verbally agree to Wembley Stadium showdown in 2023: "Let's run it b*tch"
Josh Evanoff - August 8, 2022
YouTuber-turned-boxers KSI and Jake Paul are set to face off next year on a huge stage. ‘The Problem Child’ was set to face Hasim Rahman Jr. this month on Showtime pay-per-view. However, one week before the event, the fight was canceled. Both men have since blamed the other for the fight’s cancelation.
Coach wants to see Nick Diaz return against Conor McGregor but uncertain if the Stockton native would take it: "He looks at that as Nate's fight"
Cole Shelton - August 8, 2022
Cesar Gracie is hoping Nick Diaz will fight Conor McGregor in his return. Diaz made his long-awaited and highly-anticipated return to the UFC back last September and suffered a TKO loss to Robbie Lawler. However, Gracie has since said Diaz is looking to return in the early parts of 2023 and now he hopes Diaz faces McGregor.
Marlon Vera reveals Petr Yan turned down main event spot against him: "That fat c*nt declined the fight"
Josh Evanoff - August 8, 2022
UFC bantamweight contender Marlon Vera reveals Petr Yan turned down a fight against him. ‘Chito’ has been out of the cage since his decision victory over Rob Font in April. The win was Vera’s third in a row and has moved him to the front of the bantamweight rankings. Prior to the victory over Font, he had defeated Frankie Edgar and Davey Grant.
Tony Ferguson joins JacksonWink amid losing streak (Photo)
Cole Shelton - August 8, 2022
Tony Ferguson has joined JacksonWink. After Ferguson’s KO loss to Michael Chandler at UFC 274 he said he would be searching for a new home. Ferguson thought he needed to work with a team and have the right coach and after months of looking, it appears he has found that gym.
Aljamain Sterling questions the “patronizing” smirk that referee Dan Miragliotta carries in the Octagon
Susan Cox - August 8, 2022
Aljamain Sterling is questioning the ‘patronizing’ smirk that referee Dan Miragliotta carries in the Octagon. Dan Miragliotta, 58, is perhaps one of the most known referees in MMA history. Miragliotta began his career as a referee in 2007 and has a reputation of being one of the most reputable officials in the sport.
Dan Hooker explains why he called out Tony Ferguson for a fight at UFC 281: “A win for either one of us puts the other one right back in the mix”
Susan Cox - August 8, 2022
Dan Hooker is explaining why he called out Tony Ferguson for a fight at UFC 281. Dan Hooker (21-12 MMA) has only one win in his last five fights. The latest loss coming this past March against Arnold Allen (18-1 MMA) in their featherweight bout.
Cesar Gracie reveals Nick Diaz competed with two ruptured discs in his neck against Robbie Lawler at UFC 266: “He just didn’t have any strength”
Susan Cox - August 8, 2022
Cesar Gracie has revealed that Nick Diaz competed with two ruptured discs in his neck against Robbie Lawler at UFC 266. It was Nick Diaz (26-10 MMA) vs Robbie Lawler (29-16 MMA) back in September of 2021 in the middleweight match-up. Lawler was the victor via TKO at 44 seconds of the third round.
Jamahal Hill wants a title shot after finishing Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC Vegas 59: “I was able to do what Jon Jones wasn’t able to do”
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
UFC light heavyweight Jamahal Hill has explained why he believes his win over Thiago Santos last weekend was so impressive. In his latest outing at the UFC Apex, Jamahal Hill faced his biggest test yet as he went head to head with Thiago Santos. The former title challenger gave Hill everything he could handle and then some but in the end, it was ‘Sweet Dreams’ who secured his third straight KO/TKO finish as he took Santos out in the fourth round of their fascinating main event showdown.
Michael Chandler questions if Dustin Poirier still considers himself one of the best in world: “We all know what going after a fight against Nate Diaz means”
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
Michael Chandler has questioned whether or not Dustin Poirier still believes he’s one of the best fighters in the world. The introduction of Michael Chandler to the UFC family has certainly been entertaining. In addition to being in four incredibly fun fights with a 2-2 record, he’s also a real ‘company man’ who doesn’t shy away from any challenge that comes his way.
Jorge Masvidal responds to Gilbert Burns, reveals the fight “that makes the most sense” for his comeback
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has given his thoughts on a potential welterweight showdown with fellow contender Gilbert Burns. While he may have enjoyed an incredible year back in 2019, things haven’t quite gone to plan for Jorge Masvidal ever since then. ‘Gamebred’ has lost three straight fights, two to Kamaru Usman for the UFC welterweight title and one to rival Colby Covington. Many have wondered whether or not he’s got what it takes to get back to the top of the 170-pound division, and most importantly, have wondered how motivated he is to do so.
Nate Diaz and Khamzat Chimaev react to the “Bad Meets Evil” video promo for their fight at UFC 279
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
Nate Diaz and Khamzat Chimaev have reacted to the release of a new promo video for their UFC 279 main event. On September 10 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nate Diaz will compete in the final fight on his UFC contract when he battles Khamzat Chimaev in what should be a mammoth showdown in Sin City. The contest is considered to be a mismatch by many with Chimaev being viewed as the clear favourite, but we all know counting someone like Diaz out before the fight has even begun is a mistake.
Vicente Luque reacts following knockout loss to Geoff Neal at UFC Vegas 59: "So you want to be a fighter?"
Christopher Taylor - August 7, 2022
Perennial welterweight contender Vicente Luque shared a photo from his hospital bed following last night’s loss to Geoff Neal at UFC Vegas 59. Luque (21-9-1 MMA) had entered Saturday’s co-main event looking to rebound, this after having his four-fight win streak snapped by Belal Muhammad in his most previous effort back in April. Prior to that setback, ‘The Silent Assassin’ was coming off four straight stoppage wins, which included finishes of Michael Chiesa and Tyron Woodley.
Julianna Pena calls for trilogy fight with Amanda Nunes: "She doesn't touch me next time"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2022
Julianna Pena wants to share the Octagon with Amanda Nunes again. Back in Dec. 2021, Pena stunned the MMA world when she submitted Nunes to become the new UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion. Their rematch played out far differently with “The Lioness” dominating a tough but clearly outmatched Pena. Nunes won the fight via unanimous decision to get the 135-pound gold back.