MMA News
Chael Sonnen claims Dan Hooker’s name is on the short list of possible opponents for Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2022
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen believes there’s a chance Dan Hooker could serve as Conor McGregor’s return opponent. The return of Conor McGregor has been a hot topic within the mixed martial arts world ever since his leg injury last summer. A variety of names have been thrown out there regarding who he can take on upon returning but as of yet, we don’t have a definitive answer as to who is going to get the call.
Nate Diaz scoffs at Justin Gaethje’s claim that he’s jealous: “Jealous of what?”
Harry Kettle - May 3, 2022
UFC star Nate Diaz has laughed off the claim of Justin Gaethje that he’s jealous of the lightweight title challenger. Ever since the two-fight series with Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz has easily been one of the most popular figures in mixed martial arts. While he may not always land in the win column, he knows how to have a fun scrap and certainly has the personality needed to make waves in the mainstream media.
Khamzat Chimaev responds to criticism from Jorge Masvidal: "How can you say that after getting KO'd stiff?"
Jeffrey Walter - May 2, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev did not mince words while responding to the recent comments made by fellow UFC star Jorge Masvidal. Chimaev (11-0 MMA) extended his perfect professional record to 11-0 at last month’s UFC 273 event, earning a hard-fought decision win over former welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns.
Blagoy Ivanov plans to be better than ever when he competes for the first time in two years at UFC 274: “There won’t be any ring rust”
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Blagoy Ivanov will finally be making the walk to the Octagon again. Ivanov is set to face Marcos Rogerio de Lima on Saturday at UFC 274 which will be the first time he’s fought since May 30, 2020. Since then, Ivanov has been dealing with some injuries but he says after intense rehab, he is finally healthy again and feels better than ever.
Dan Hooker announces he will be returning to lightweight: "Put a fork in it, I'm out of the conversation at featherweight"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
UFC featherweight Dan Hooker has announced that he’s going to be returning to 155 pounds. ‘The Hangman’ was last seen in action at UFC London against Arnold Allen. Hooker’s first bout at featherweight since 2016 ended in a dramatic fashion. Allen demolished the New Zealander, finishing him via TKO in the first round. Some, including Israel Adesanya, thought the finish might’ve been premature.
What's next for Marlon Vera and Rob Font after UFC Vegas 53?
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 53, a bantamweight bout headlined the card as Marlon Vera was looking to break into the top-five against Rob Font. Vera entered the fight coming off a KO win over Frankie Edgar back at UFC 268, this after defeating Davey Grant by decision to get back into the win column after losing to Jose Aldo. He also holds a notable win over Sean O’Malley, which is the only time ‘Suga‘ has lost.
Justin Gaethje says Charles Oliveira fight will come down to cardio: "Someone's going to quit"
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Justin Gaethje believes his UFC 274 title fight against Charles Oliveira will come down to cardio. Gaethje is getting another chance to become the UFC’s undisputed lightweight champion on Saturday night, this after he came up short against Khabib Nurmagomedov back at UFC 254. ‘The Highlight’ is coming off a decision win over Michael Chandler back in November which, a victory earned him his shot against Charles Oliveira. Ahead of Saturday’s main event contest, Gaethje spoke about how he is ready for anything, including having to outpace the champ.
Marlon Vera calls out Dominick Cruz after former champion passed on the fight previously: "I'm ranked above you right now motherf*cker"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
UFC bantamweight contender Marlon Vera has an idea of who he wants to fight next. ‘Chito’ is aiming for a fight with former champion Dominick Cruz. Vera was last seen in action last Saturday night against Rob Font in the main event of UFC Vegas 53. The 29-year-old scored the biggest victory in his career, defeating the Boston-native via unanimous decision.
Charles Oliveira believes Justin Gaethje's only skill is his KO power: "That's all he's got, a hand"
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Charles Oliveira doesn’t think highly of Justin Gaethje’s skillset. Oliveira is looking to defend his lightweight title for the second time in the main event of UFC 274 when he faces Gaethje. It’s an intriguing matchup as Gaethje has nasty KO power, while Oliveira has the skills to submit the American.
Henry Cejudo offers to train Jake Paul for MMA at Fight Ready: I will take care of him”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Henry Cejudo is offering up his services to train Jake Paul for MMA. ‘Triple C’, 35, is a former professional mixed martial artist and freestyle wrestler. Cejudo is the former Ultimate Fighting Championship Flyweight Champion and Bantamweight Champion.
Photos of Colby Covington’s chipped tooth released after alledged Jorge Masvidal attack
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Photos have been released of Colby Covington following the alleged attack by Jorge Masvidal. After Covington defeated Masvidal at UFC 272, ‘Chaos’ was out in Miami at a restaurant when Masvidal allegedly jumped him and sucker-punched him. The punches allegedly broke Covington’s tooth and left an abrasion on his wrist, along with damaging his $90,000 Rolex, and forced ‘Chaos’ to press charges.
Justin Gaethje reveals the critical error he made in title fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov: “I'll never do that again”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Justin Gaethje has revealed the critical error he made in his title fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov. It was Gaethje (23-3 MMA) vs Nurmagomed (29-0 MMA) in the lightweight main event back in October of 2020 at UFC 254. The outcome was another check mark in the win column for Khabib.
Joe Rogan lauds Marlon Vera for his performance at UFC Vegas 53: “It’s so inspiring watching his hard work pay off!”
Susan Cox - May 2, 2022
Joe Rogan is lauding Marlon Vera for his UFC Vegas 53 performance. UFC Vegas 53 took place on Saturday April 30th, 2022 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Shu-Ki Fita #14: YS.14
Chris Taylor - May 2, 2022
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Gilbert Burns explains why he “exploded crying” after loss to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273
Harry Kettle - May 2, 2022
Gilbert Burns has explained why he was so emotional following his defeat to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273. While he may not have had his hand raised at UFC 273, Gilbert Burns did manage to win even more fans than he already had as a result of his courageous performance against Khamzat Chimaev. ‘Durinho’ went in there and gave everything he had in the name of victory and while he ultimately came up short, his stock in the promotion rose even higher.
Yoel Romero receives new opponent for Bellator 280 after Melvin Manhoef suffers injury while apprehending three burglars
Harry Kettle - May 2, 2022
Yoel Romero has received a new opponent for Bellator 280 following the recent withdrawal of Melvin Manhoef. While he may now be entering his mid-40s, Yoel Romero is still one of the most feared fighters out there – largely due to the reputation he’s been building throughout the course of his time in mixed martial arts.
Nate Diaz gives hilarious reaction to Jake Paul's claim that he would beat Canelo (Video)
Christopher Taylor - May 1, 2022
Nate Diaz offered up a hilarious reaction when asked for his thoughts on Jake Paul’s claim that he would beat Canelo Alvarez. Prior to Saturday’s historic ‘Taylor vs. Serrano‘ fight at Madison Square Garden, event promoters Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn exchanged some verbal jabs.
Justin Gaethje fires back at "jealous" Nate Diaz: "I ain't your bruh"
Christopher Taylor - May 1, 2022
Justin Gaethje has clapped back at Nate Diaz after the ‘Stockton Slugger’ joked about him being put to sleep by a triangle choke from mount. Gaethje (23-3 MMA) is set to challenge reigning UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira (32-8 MMA) in the headliner of next weekend’s pay-per-view event in Phoenix.