MMA News
Donald Cerrone reveals he didn’t want to be in the Octagon at UFC 246: “When Conor gave me the door, I took it”
Harry Kettle - May 6, 2022
UFC veteran Donald Cerrone has revealed he didn’t want to be in the Octagon with Conor McGregor when they fought at UFC 246. This Saturday night at UFC 274, Donald Cerrone will make the walk to the cage for what could be the final time as he prepares to meet Joe Lauzon in Phoenix. The bout will pit two legends of the sport against one another and if this is to be the final ride of ‘Cowboy’, he’ll want to try and go out on top.
Fernie Garcia says he "couldn't ask for a better opponent" for his debut in Journey Newson, wants to get on the Texas card in June
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2022
Fernie Garcia thought he would get to the UFC much sooner than this. Garcia, a Fortis MMA fighter, started out his career 5-0 and got a big win on the Chuck Liddell vs. Tito Ortiz 3 card. He dropped a split decision in his next fight but then went on a five-fight wining streak including getting a TKO victory on the Contender Series to earn his contract.
Loopy Godinez wants to be as active as possible, eyes stoppage win over Ariane Carnelossi to earn a ranked opponent
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2022
Loopy Godinez didn’t think she would be on the sidelines for this long. Godinez made her UFC debut on short notice and came up short dropping a split decision to Jessica Penne. She then returned in October and had three fights in just over a month. However, since November she has been on the sidelines which was not her plan.
Tony Ferguson rips Dustin Poirier for saying he wants to fight him: "He's full of s**t"
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2022
Tony Ferguson doesn’t think Dustin Poirier actually wants to fight him. With Ferguson fighting Michael Chandler at UFC 274, Poirier said on social media it’s likely he will face the winner. If that is the case, it would be a phenomenal fight and a highly-anticipated bout between two all-action fighters, yet, ‘El Cucuy’ says Poirier is full of s**t and wouldn’t fight him.
Donald Cerrone says he's fighting for "legacy" now: "I don’t have to worry about impressing anyone"
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2022
Donald Cerrone says he’s fighting for himself and his legacy now and doesn’t care what anyone thinks about him. Cerrone is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 274 against Joe Lauzon in a crucial fight for both of their careers as Dana White says this will be it for the loser. ‘Cowboy’ enters the fight on a six-fight winless streak but he says his mindset has changed for this one and he’s eager to prove it.
Rose Namajunas says praise from Mike Tyson is the “coolest thing” that’s happened on her MMA journey: “It was really surreal”
Susan Cox - May 5, 2022
Rose Namajunas is saying that the praise she received from Mike Tyson is the ‘coolest thing’ that’s happened to her on her MMA journey. It will be Rose Namajunas (12-4 MMA), the UFC women’s strawweight champion, going up against Carla Esparza (19-6 MMA) this coming Saturday, May 7th at UFC 274.
Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway 3 set for UFC 276
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2022
Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway will finally be having their trilogy match. According to MMAJunkie, which was first mentioned by Ariel Helwani, Volkanovski vs. Holloway 3 has been agreed to for UFC 276 on July 2 in Las Vegas. The fight is expected to serve as the co-main event as Israel Adesanya vs. Jared Cannonier is slated as the event headliner.
UFC 274 | Pro fighters make their picks for Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2022
On the main card of UFC 274, an intriguing lightweight bout takes place as Michael Chandler takes on Tony Ferguson. Heading into the fight, Chandler is a massive -385 favorite on FanDuel while ‘El Cucuy’ is a +290 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. As the odds suggest, the pros believe Chandler gets the job done as many think Ferguson is no longer the same fighter.
Paddy Pimblett scoffs at the idea of fighting four times a year in the UFC: “I’m earning more outside the cage than I am in it”
Susan Cox - May 5, 2022
Paddy Pimblett has scoffed at the idea of fighting four times a year in the UFC. Pimblett, (18-3 MMA), the up and coming British sensation from Liverpool is coming off victories against Rodrigo Vargas (12-5 MMA) in March of this year, and Luigi Vendramini (9-3 MMA) in September of 2021.
Conor McGregor blasts Tony Ferguson for his comments about Dana White and the UFC
Susan Cox - May 5, 2022
Conor McGregor is blasting Tony Ferguson for his comments about Dana White and the UFC. Tony Ferguson, (26-6 MMA) is scheduled to battle it out in the Octagon with Michael Chandler (22-7 MMA) in a lightweight division bout this coming Saturday, May 7th at UFC 274.
Terrance McKinney offers to provide Dave Chappelle with security following recent attack
Harry Kettle - May 5, 2022
UFC star Terrance McKinney has offered his support to Dave Chappelle after the comedian was attacked recently. Earlier this week, popular comedian Dave Chappelle was attacked on stage by a man who possessed a replica gun and knife. There’s been an outpouring of support for Dave in the days following what went down at the LA comedy festival, with many questioning how the individual was even able to get that close to him in the first place.
Luke Rockhold vs. Paulo Costa and Thiago Santos vs. Jamahal Hill slated for August UFC events
Harry Kettle - May 5, 2022
The UFC is planning two blockbuster light heavyweight showdowns for August – Luke Rockhold vs Paulo Costa and Thiago Santos vs Jamahal Hill. The 205-pound division hasn’t been viewed as one of the promotion’s best for quite some time, even though it’s produced some of the greatest fighters the sport has ever seen.
UFC champion Aljamain Sterling praises Sean O’Malley for his “genius” approach to the fight game
Harry Kettle - May 5, 2022
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has praised Sean O’Malley for his approach to the fight game. While neither man is overly popular within the general MMA fanbase, Aljamain Sterling and Sean O’Malley are still two of the most intriguing characters in the bantamweight division. They’ve both enjoyed a lot of success throughout their respective careers and in the future, there’s a decent chance they could collide inside the Octagon.
Justin Gaethje responds to recent criticism from Nate Diaz: "I heard he turned down Khabib about 20 times"
Christopher Taylor - May 4, 2022
Justin Gaethje has responded to the recent criticism he received from Nate Diaz regarding his loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov. Gaethje (23-3 MMA) is set to challenge reigning UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira (32-8 MMA) in the headliner of Saturday’s pay-per-view event in Phoenix.
Justin Gaethje doesn't think Charles Oliveira poses the same threat as Khabib Nurmagomedov: "Once a coward, always a coward"
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2022
Justin Gaethje still thinks Charles Oliveira has the “quit” inside him and he plans to prove that at UFC 274. Gaethje is set to face Oliveira in the main event of UFC 274 for the lightweight title and in the lead-up to the fight, many have compared Oliveira to Khabib Nurmagomedov. Yet, for ‘The Highlight’ he doesn’t think that is true at all as he doesn’t think the current champ is nearly as dangerous as Nurmagomedov is.
Michael Chandler claims he's "Dana's favorite fighter" ahead of UFC 274
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2022
Michael Chandler says Dana White privilege is real and that is because he is Dana’s favorite fighter. Chandler was a top free agent signing back in 2020 and was the backup fighter for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje before even fighting once in the UFC. After knocking out Dan Hooker in his promotional debut, he then fought Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title in a losing effort. Now, just days ahead of his bout against Tony Ferguson at UFC 274, ‘Iron’ claims he’s Dana White’s favorite fighter.
Cody Garbrandt set to return to bantamweight, meets Rani Yahya in July
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2022
Cody Garbrandt will be returning to bantamweight. After dropping down to flyweight at UFC 269, where Garbrandt suffered a first-round TKO loss to Kai Kara-France, the former champ will return to his old stomping grounds. According to MMAFighting, Garbrandt is set to return on July 9 against Rani Yahya. The location of the fight and the main event of the card has not yet been announced.
Jorge Masvidal verbally agrees to fight Gilbert Burns
Josh Evanoff - May 4, 2022
UFC welterweight star Jorge Masvidal has verbally agreed to fight Gilbert Burns next. The Brazilian is fresh off a ‘Fight of the Night’ loss with Khamzat Chimaev last month. The bout saw Burns earn tons of praise, as the pushed the Chechen to the limit in the biggest test of his career.