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Dustin Poirier confirms he's accepted to fight Nate Diaz multiple times in 2022: "Let's get a damn deal done"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier is tired of waiting around to fight. ‘The Diamond’ recently confirmed that he’s signed on to fight Nate Diaz twice this calendar year, but so far nothing has been booked. Poirier has been out of action since December 2021, a loss to Charles Oliveira. Following the defeat, he was quickly linked to a fight with fellow star Nate Diaz. Both men agreed to the fight multiple times on Twitter.
Now in retirement, Paul Daley announces he'd return to fight Jorge Masvidal and Nick Diaz: "Those two fights, that's it"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former Bellator welterweight contender Paul Daley confirms he’s done fighting. Well, that’s unless he’s offered a fight with Jorge Masvidal or Nick Diaz. ‘Semtex’ had his swan song last Friday night at Bellator 281 in London. The 39-year-old knocked out Wendell Giácomo in his final fight, a fitting end to his career. However, it may not be the end after all.
Dustin Poirier reveals he was offered a fight against Colby Covington: "It's not a fight I'm going to take any damage in"
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
Dustin Poirier may very well be fighting Colby Covington next. After Covington beat Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272 he called out Poirier, yet ‘The Diamond’ showed no interest in it. He said he didn’t want to allow Covington to make any money by fighting him. Now, however, it appears he has an interest in the bout as he tweeted at ‘Chaos’ saying he accepts the challenge.
What's next for Jan Blachowicz and Aleksandar Rakic after UFC Vegas 54?
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 54, a light heavyweight bout headlined the card as Jan Blachowicz took on Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz was returning to action for the first time since losing his light heavyweight title to Glover Teixeira. Prior to that, he defeated Israel Adesanya to defend the belt, this after winning the vacant title by knocking out Dominick Reyes.
Gregor Gillespie addresses his future after being removed from the active UFC roster, claims Tony Ferguson turned him down 100 times
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
Gregor Gillespie has claimed Tony Ferguson has turned him down 100 times which has played a role in his inactivity. Gillespie was removed from the UFC’s rankings on Sunday and many wondered if he was released from the promotion. ‘The Fisherman’ took to Instagram to reveal that he is still on the UFC’s roster and loves being a part of the organization. Gillespie added that some of the top-10 lightweights have turned him down which has contributed to his inactivity.
Michael Chandler explains why he saved his promo-cutting skills for the UFC: “Bellator doesn’t have the best fighters in the world”
Susan Cox - May 16, 2022
Michael Chandler has explained why he saved his promo-cutting skills for the UFC. Chandler explained that while he always had the ability to cut incredible promos on the microphone, he opted to wait until he got into the UFC before he unleashed them.
Veteran defense attorneys believes Cain Velasquez “threw his life away” with California shooting incident
Susan Cox - May 16, 2022
Veteran defense attorneys have weighed in on the Cain Velasquez shooting incident with some believing he ‘threw his life away’. Cain Velasquez has spent the last three months behind bars after he allegedly got into a high speed chase and shot at Harry Goularte, a man accused of molesting a four year old relative of the fighter. While the shot missed Goularte, bullets struck his stepfather instead.
Shu-Ki Fita #28: OL.80
Chris Taylor - May 16, 2022
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Jan Blachowicz speaks out following victory over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Vegas 54: "My body was tougher tonight"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Blachowicz has shared his view on what transpired in his win over Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz went one-on-one with Rakic in the main event of UFC Vegas 54. The two were going back and forth with Blachowicz finding success with the calf kicks. Rakic also got in some good shots and had some success with the takedowns.
Joanna Jedrzejczyk open to five-round rematch with Weili Zhang if the money is right
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Joanna Jedrzejczyk thinks going five rounds with Weili Zhang again is doable but she needs to see more green. Jedrzejczyk and Zhang are expected to collide on the UFC 275 PPV. The strawweight rematch is only scheduled for three rounds. This came as a disappointment to many fans as their March 2020 five-round banger is widely considered to be one of the greatest fights in MMA history.
Shu-Ki Fita #27: HA.46
Chris Taylor - May 15, 2022
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UFC removes three more fighters from active roster including Gregor Gillespie
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
The UFC has updated its list of fighters removed from the active roster. One name that may surprise some people is Gregor Gillespie. He hasn’t fought since May 2021. There’s no word so far on whether he’s been cut by the UFC or if he’s been removed simply due to inactivity.
Aleksandar Rakic issues statement following fight-ending injury against Jan Blachowicz at UFC Vegas 54
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Aleksandar Rakic has spoken out following his UFC Vegas 54 defeat against Jan Blachowicz. Things certainly didn’t end the way Rakic or even Blachowicz had anticipated. Both men traded bombs and Rakic had some success with the grappling going into the third round of their pivotal light heavyweight clash.
Pro fighters react after Tony Kelley hurls racist remarks in the corner of Andrea Lee at UFC Vegas 54
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
UFC Bantamweight Tony Kelley has some explaining to do after hurling racist remarks in the corner of Andrea Lee. Last night (May 14), UFC Vegas 54 took place inside the UFC Apex. In the main event, Jan Blachowicz defeated Aleksandar Rakic after Rakic suffered a knee injury.
UFC Vegas 54 Bonus Report: Chookagian vs. Ribas gets FOTN
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
The Octagon returned to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 54 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Jan Blachowicz vs. Aleksandar Rakic. The highly anticipated light heavyweight main event was a fun and entertaining contest for as long as it lasted. The light heavyweight standouts battled it out in a very competitive opening two rounds. Unfortunately, disaster struck in round three when Aleksandar Rakic appeared to blow out his right knee while stepping back and planting his foot. He collapsed to the ground and Jan Blachowicz took mercy by not unleashing any ground and pound before the referee ultimately stepped in.
Pros react after Ryan Spann stops Ion Cutelaba at UFC Vegas 54
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 54 event was co-headlined by a light heavyweight contest between Ryan Spann and Ion Cutelaba. Spann (19-7 MMA) had entered the bout looking to rebound, this after suffering a submission loss to Anthony Smith his last time out. Prior to that loss, ‘Superman’ was coming off a first round TKO victory over Misha Cirkunov.
Pros react after Jan Blachowicz defeats Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Vegas 54
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
UFC Vegas 54 Results: Jan Blachowicz defeats Aleksandar Rakic (Video)
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 54 event is headlined by a key light heavyweight matchup featuring Jan Blachowicz taking on Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz (28-9 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since losing the UFC light heavyweight title to Glover Teixeira in October of 2021. Prior to that setback, the Polish standout was riding a five-fight winning streak.
UFC Vegas 54 Results: Ryan Spann stops Ion Cutelaba in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - May 14, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 54 event is co-headlined by a light heavyweight contest between Ryan Spann and Ion Cutelaba. Spann (19-7 MMA) will enter the bout looking to rebound, this after suffering a submission loss to Anthony Smith his last time out. Prior to that loss, ‘Superman’ had scored a first round TKO victory over Misha Cirkunov.