MMA News
Israel Adesanya shares audio clip mocking "good guy" Robert Whittaker
Jeffrey Walter - February 10, 2022
The mind games between Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker continue ahead of Saturday’s UFC 271 main event. Adesanya (21-1 MMA) will be taking on Whittaker (24-5 MMA) for a second time in this weekend’s much anticipated headliner at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
Female fighter goes the distance with 529-pound man in MMA fight in Russia (Video)
Cole Shelton - February 10, 2022
A female fighter in Russia went the distance in a fight with a 529-pound man in a card that featured a lot of whacky fights. Russia’s Epic Fighting put on a number of bewildering contests including a 75-year-old man and his 18-year-old grandson in a two vs. one fight. But, the fight that grabbed the attention of the MMA world was Aleksandra Stepakova, a female bantamweight, facing a 529-pound man by the name of Grigory Chistyakov. This is of course the same big man that fought now Bellator bantamweight, Darina Mazdyuk, which the female won.
Derrick Lewis reveals he didn't watch Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane: "I tried to stream it but they kept getting shut down"
Josh Evanoff - February 10, 2022
Derrick Lewis has revealed that he didn’t want the UFC 270 main event between Francis Ngannou and Ciryl Gane. The news comes as a bit of a surprise, given that ‘The Black Beast’ has a history with both men. Lewis defeated Ngannou via unanimous decision in one of the worst fights ever at UFC 226. Unfortunately, he faltered in his interim championship clash with Gane at UFC 265.
Yoel Romero makes Bellator return in May against Melvin Manhoef
Josh Evanoff - February 10, 2022
Yoel Romero has a name and a date for his return to the Bellator cage. The ‘Soldier of God’ signed to the promotion in December 2020 to much fanfare. Romero was a staple of the UFC’s middleweight promotion for nearly a decade. Along the way, he fought in four titles bouts, most recently against Israel Adesanya at UFC 248.
Jared Vanderaa eyes KO win over Andrei Arlovski at UFC 271, wants Tanner Boser next
Cole Shelton - February 10, 2022
Jared Vanderaa is ecstatic to get the chance to share the Octagon with Andrei Arlovski. Vanderaa was booked to fight Chris Barnett on the first card of 2022 but “Beast Boy” had to withdraw before it was made official. Shortly after, Arlovski agreed to step up on short notice to fight Vanderaa on January 15 but the promotion decided to move it to UFC 271 so they can fight in front of fans.
Daniel Cormier details the “harsh reality” of Derrick Lewis’ standing in the UFC heavyweight division
Susan Cox - February 10, 2022
Daniel Cormier has shared his thoughts on the upcoming Derrick Lewis vs Tai Tuivasa fight this coming weekend. Lewis (26-8 MMA) will meet Tuivasa (14-3 MMA) in the co-main event of UFC 271 on February 12th, 2022 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
Kyler Phillips plans to "expose" a lot of Marcelo Rojo's "flaws and weaknesses" at UFC 271
Cole Shelton - February 10, 2022
Kyler Phillips sees a lot of holes in Marcelo Rojo’s game and he plans to expose that on Saturday night at UFC 271. Phillips is coming off a controversial decision loss to Raulian Paiva last July and will now face Rojo in what appears to be an all-action fight. For Phillips, he expects Rojo to come out swinging but doubts his foe will be able to keep up with him.
Kamaru Usman wants $100 million for Israel Adesanya fight, responds to callout from Khamzat Chimaev
Susan Cox - February 10, 2022
Kamaru Usman is claiming he wants $100 million for a fight with Israel Adesanya. Usman, who is currently recovering from hand surgery and anticipating a return to UFC this summer, is hinting at the possibility of moving up to 185 pounds.
Chael Sonnen believes Robert Whittaker was “petrified” in first fight with Israel Adesanya, shares prediction for Saturday’s rematch
Susan Cox - February 10, 2022
Chael Sonnen has weighed in on the upcoming title fight rematch between Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker at UFC 271 this coming weekend, February 12th, 2022. Sonnen, spoke about their first fight and shared his views on what went wrong for ‘The Reaper’ back in October of 2019 at UFC 243 at the Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia.
Israel Adesanya on a potential UFC fight with former kickboxing opponent Alex Pereira: “He’s a long way from seeing me”
Susan Cox - February 10, 2022
In speaking with TSN on YouTube, Israel Adesanya discussed his former kickboxing opponent Alex Pereira and the potential of a UFC fight between the two. Pereira, a former two-division GLORY champion, holds a knockout over reigning UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya in kickboxing.
UFC veteran Cub Swanson shares some advice for frustrated lightweight fighter Alexander Hernandez
Harry Kettle - February 10, 2022
UFC veteran Cub Swanson has shared some words of wisdom for Alexander Hernandez following the latter’s recent outburst. Throughout the course of his iconic mixed martial arts career, Cub Swanson has been there and done it all. He’s fought the best of the best from WEC to UFC and beyond, earning the respect of the masses in the process.
Tai Tuivasa weighs in on Carlos Felipe’s failed drug test: “How did he get done for steroids? He’s fat as sh*t!”
Harry Kettle - February 10, 2022
UFC heavyweight Tai Tuivasa can’t fathom how divisional rival Carlos Felipe tested positive for banned substances. Last month, it was announced that Carlos Felipe tested positive for the anabolic agent Boldenone and its metabolites. The news broke after Felipe fell to a unanimous decision defeat at the hands of Andrei Arlovski, with the veteran continuing to enjoy a late-career resurgence.
Bobby Green explains why he will always be loyal to the UFC: “They put the money in for my brother’s funeral”
Harry Kettle - February 10, 2022
UFC lightweight Bobby Green has explained why he will always be loyal to the promotion after almost a decade on the roster. At the age of 35, Bobby Green is still an important – and impressive – member of the UFC’s lightweight division. He may not be the most consistent fighter in the world in terms of results, but he’s always going to go out there and put on a show no matter what.
Logan Paul sues Floyd Mayweather for not paying him for their boxing match
Cole Shelton - February 9, 2022
Logan Paul has reportedly sued Floyd Mayweather. Paul and Mayweather had an exhibition boxing match in June in a highly-anticipated fight. The fight reportedly sold around one million pay-per-views but months later, Paul recently revealed Mayweather had still never paid him, and now, his brother, Jake Paul revealed Logan has sued the former boxing world champion.
Tai Tuivasa says he'll drink a beer out of Derrick Lewis' cup after UFC 271, 'The Black Beast' responds
Cole Shelton - February 9, 2022
Tai Tuivasa is known for drinking beers out of a shoe but now he wants to do it out of Derrick Lewis’ cup. Tuivasa is set for the toughest test of his career as he will face Lewis in the co-main event of UFC 271. It’s a very intriguing matchup between two knockout artists and fan-favorites and should Tuivasa get his hand raised, he says he wants to drink a beer out of Lewis’ cup instead of a shoe. Lewis, of course, infamously threw his cup to a fan after his KO win over Chris Daukaus in December.
Israel Adesanya shuts down the idea of fighting Kamaru Usman following comments from “super greedy" Ali Abdelaziz
Cole Shelton - February 9, 2022
Israel Adesanya says he’s sticking by his word and won’t fight Kamaru Usman. Adesanya and Usman have both said in the past they won’t fight another as they want as many African champions in the UFC as possible. However, just recently, Usman’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz said he wants to see the fight happen.
Alexander Hernandez slams the UFC for disrespectful prelim placement: “That incites such a rage in me”
Josh Evanoff - February 9, 2022
Alexander Hernandez is scheduled to fight on the UFC 271 early prelims. It’s safe to say that ‘The Great’ isn’t thrilled about his placement on the card. The 29-year-old is scheduled to fight former featherweight contender Renato Moicano on the card. UFC 271 takes place in Houston, Texas, the adopted home state of Hernandez. Despite the two fighters being well-known names, they’re slotted for the early preliminary card.
Joe Rogan dubs Spotify controversy a “political hit job”
Josh Evanoff - February 9, 2022
Joe Rogan has been under fire recently for a variety of controversies stemming from his podcast. Now, the UFC commentator has labeled the attacks as a “political hit job”. Rogan has been under massive scrutiny for the past few weeks. While his attacks first stemmed from his controversial comments about COVID-19, the controversy took a turn last week. A video compilation was released showing the UFC commentator repeatedly using racial slurs on his podcast.