MMA News
Chael Sonnen reveals Henry Cejudo is back in the USADA testing pool: "Cejudo fans out there, be happy, you're getting your guy back"
Susan Cox - January 31, 2022
Chael Sonnen says Henry Cejudo is back in the USADA testing pool and training twice a day for a comeback. Cejudo (16-2 MMA), retired from the UFC back in May of 2020 after beating Dominick Cruz at UFC 249. The former two-division title holder has repeatedly told the media and Dana White that he wants a shot at Alexander Volkanovski (23-1 MMA).
Cody Garbrandt’s uncle and former trainer believes another KO loss for ‘No Love’ would be a career-ender
Susan Cox - January 31, 2022
Cody Garbrandt, 30, (12-5 MMA) last fought in December 2021 at UFC 269, where he suffered a first round TKO loss to Kai Kara-France in his flyweight debut. ‘No Love’ has experienced a tough few years. With having a bad case of Covid-19, and multiple injuries he has the daunting record of having 5 losses over the last 4 years.
Michael Bisping shares his thoughts on a potential super fight between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury
Susan Cox - January 31, 2022
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has shared his thoughts on a potential Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury super fight. It appears that both Fury and Ngannou are in agreement that they want to meet in the boxing ring in 2022.
Joe Rogan responds to Spotify controversy
Susan Cox - January 31, 2022
Joe Rogan shared a video on Instagram where he responded to the ongoing controversy surrounding misinformation which he is accused of spreading concerning Covid-19 on his podcast, ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’. Rogan, has a huge following with estimates at 11 million listeners per episode and as of today has accumulated over 1,750 plus podcasts.
Francis Ngannou’s coach explains why he wants to get Jon Jones his first time out at heavyweight
Harry Kettle - January 31, 2022
Xtreme Couture coach Eric Nicksick has explained why he wants Jon Jones’ first heavyweight fight to be against Francis Ngannou. For years now we’ve been hearing talk of Jon Jones building his body up in the right way in anticipation of his move to the heavyweight division. The former light heavyweight king hasn’t been seen in the UFC since controversially beating Dominick Reyes in February 2020, with many wondering whether his issues with the promotion would prevent him from making that leap.
Sean O’Malley reveals the “f*cking gangster” he would like to fight most: “I think it would be a sick fight”
Harry Kettle - January 31, 2022
UFC bantamweight Sean O’Malley has revealed the “gangster” he’d like to fight the most as his career continues to progress. While he may be divisive in the eyes of some, there’s no denying the impact Sean O’Malley has been able to have since entering the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He’s one of the most exciting fighters on the entire roster and as we look ahead to the future, that reputation looks set to stick with him.
Sean O'Malley on Conor McGregor comparisons: "I don't want to get to a point where I'm throwing a dolly at a f*cking bus; but I also kinda do"
Christopher Taylor - January 30, 2022
Sean O’Malley is quickly becoming one of the UFC’s biggest stars with many pundits comparing his rise in popularity to that of Conor McGregor. O’Malley (15-1 MMA) most recently competed at last months UFC 269 event where he defeated Raulian Paiva via first round TKO. That win marked Suga’s third stoppage victory in a row and earned him a spot in the top-15 of the official UFC rankings.
Fernand Lopez Credits Kamaru Usman For Keeping Peace With Francis Ngnanou
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 30, 2022
MMA Factory head coach Fernand Lopez has some praise for UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman. Going into the UFC 270 PPV, the beef wasn’t between Francis Ngannou and Ciryl Gane. Instead, the bad blood between Ngnanou and Lopez came to a head. The two exchanged some harsh words in the build-up to the undisputed heavyweight title bout.
Zabit Magomedsharipov says he will “simply destroy someone” on February 28
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 30, 2022
Zabit Magomedsharipov isn’t done with the sport of MMA. For months, rumors have swirled on the status of Magomedsharipov. He hasn’t competed since Nov. 2019. Despite being on a 14-fight winning streak, some claimed that Zabit would be done competing professionally.
UFC middleweight Sean Strickland gives fans a unique look at his crib (Video)
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 30, 2022
Sean Strickland’s house tour has serious Redman MTV Cribs vibes. Strickland is known for his unique personality. Those who follow the UFC middleweight on social media know to expect the unexpected. This go-around, followers were in for an impromptu edition of Sean Strickland’s crib.
Bobby Lashley believes his skills and knowledge of MMA far exceeds that of Brock Lesnar: “I think that I have a lot more than he does in it”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 30, 2022
Bobby Lashley believes that skill-for-skill he’s got the edge over Brock Lesnar in MMA. Lashley and Lesnar are currently two top stars in WWE. The two had a match in the world of sports entertainment at the Royal Rumble PPV on Jan. 29. Lashley captured the WWE Championship thanks to interference from Roman Reigns.
Kevin Holland makes internet troll eat his words in the gym (Video)
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 30, 2022
Kevin Holland has taken down a troll who was brave enough, or stupid enough, to mix it up with him in the gym. Holland had been getting hounded online by Jayden Draper, someone seemingly begging for attention and a beatdown. Holland shared messages from the keyboard warrior on his Instagram account.
Bellator 273 Results: Ryan Bader defeats Valentin Moldavsky (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - January 29, 2022
Tonight’s Bellator 273 event is headlined by a heavyweight title unification bout between Ryan Bader and Valentin Moldavsky. Bader (28-7 MMA), the promotions reigning heavyweight champion, will be returning to the division for the first time in twenty-eight months. ‘Darth’ has spent his last three contests competing at light heavyweight, where he went 1-2, this while dropping the 205lbs title to Vadim Nemkov.
Bellator 273 Results: Benson Henderson defeats Islam Mamedov (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - January 29, 2022
Tonight’s Bellator 273 event is co-headlined by a lightweight bout featuring former UFC champion Benson Henderson taking on Islam Mamedov. Henderson (28-11 MMA) will be looking to snap the first three-fight losing streak of his career this evening in Phoenix. ‘Bendo‘ last competed back in October, where he suffered a decision loss to Brent Primus.
Paige VanZant sets the internet ablaze with Peek-a-boo Video
Chris Taylor - January 29, 2022
Former UFC standout Paige VanZant (8-5 MMA, 0-2 BKFC) set the internet ablaze this evening with her Peek-a-boo Video. VanZant, who took her talents to Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship in 2020, is set to compete in the final fight of her current deal with the promotion in the near future.
Benson Henderson weighs in on Francis Ngannou's contract dispute with the UFC
Chris Taylor - January 29, 2022
Former lightweight champion Benson Henderson has shared his thoughts on Francis Ngannou’s contract dispute with the UFC. Despite cementing his status as the “baddest man on the planet” at last weekend’s UFC 270 event, Ngannou’s future with the world’s leading mixed martial arts promotion remains up in the air.
Conor McGregor vows to put down the bottle ahead of UFC return
Chris Taylor - January 29, 2022
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor has vowed to put down the bottle ahead of his planned comeback. McGregor (22-6 MMA) has not competed since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier this past July at UFC 264.
Bellator 273 Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - January 29, 2022
Bellator 273 takes place this evening in Phoenix, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Ryan Bader vs. Valentin Moldavsky. Bader (28-7 MMA), the promotions reigning heavyweight champion, will be returning to the division for the first time in twenty-eight months. ‘Darth’ has spent his last three contests competing at light heavyweight, where he went 1-2, this while dropping the 205lbs title to Vadim Nemkov.