MMA News
Conor McGregor reigns supreme in top-25 athlete earnings per minute for 2021
Harry Kettle - January 11, 2022
Conor McGregor has topped the 2021 list for athletes’ earnings per minute with an insane $8,695,652 per minute of competition, according to a recent report. The list, conducted by Online Betting Guide, works out how much an athlete received per every minute they were active. However, for McGregor, it only covers his January rematch with Dustin Poirier and not the July trilogy – and their claim that he was only in there for “two and a half minutes” seems to indicate that they’ve only accounted for the second round and not the first.
Cheyanne Vlismas claims she's been in hiding since UFC win, husband JP Buys responds
Christopher Taylor - January 10, 2022
JP Buys has responded after his wife Cheyanne Vlismas claimed she’s been “in hiding” ever since her UFC win last month. Vlismas (7-2 MMA) competed on three occasions in 2021, producing a record of 2-1.
Khamzat Chimaev involved in altercation with security at MMA event (Video)
Christopher Taylor - January 10, 2022
UFC standout Khamzat Chimaev was involved in an altercation with security at a recent MMA event in Sweden. Chimaev (10-0 MMA), who recently agreed to an April 9th showdown with former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns (see more on that here), was in attendance at a local MMA event in his native Sweden this past weekend.
Khamzat Chimaev puts Kamaru Usman 'to sleep' when they fight, says Alexander Gustafsson
Cole Shelton - January 10, 2022
Alexander Gustafsson believes his training partner Khamzat Chimaev is the real deal. Chimaev burst onto the scene in 2020 as he fought twice in 10 days and then scored a one-punch KO over Gerald Meerschaert. He was later booked to headline a card against Leon Edwards, but due to COVID the fight never came to fruition.
UFC books three new fights including Miesha Tate dropping to flyweight to fight Lauren Murphy
Cole Shelton - January 10, 2022
Miesha Tate is off to flyweight. Tate, the former bantamweight champion, hinted at possibly dropping to 125lbs after her friend Julianna Pena won the promotions 135lbs belt. Now, according to MMAFighting, Tate will indeed drop down in weight as she will fight Lauren Murphy at UFC 273 on April 9.
Tito Ortiz paid $199 on Cameo for his COVID advice (Video)
Susan Cox - January 10, 2022
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz was paid $199 on Cameo to share his COVID advice. The content of said advice can be found below, courtesy of Borrachinha Depot on Twitter:
Charles Oliveira is open to super fights with fellow UFC champions Alex Volkanovski and Kamaru Usman
Susan Cox - January 10, 2022
Charles Oliveira says he would be open to super fights with fellow UFC champions Alex Volkanovski and Kamaru Usman. Oliveira (32-8 MMA) captured the UFC’s vacant lightweight title in May of 2021, scoring a TKO win over former Bellator champion Michael Chandler.
Joe Rogan mourns the loss of “very funny” comic Bob Saget
Susan Cox - January 10, 2022
Joe Rogan is mourning the loss of “very funny” comic Bob Saget, taking to Twitter to comment: “Bob Saget was a good man and a very funny person. I’m going to miss him very much. RIP”. – Joe Rogan wrote on Instagram.
Holly Holm explains why she would prefer to have her next fight at bantamweight
Harry Kettle - January 10, 2022
UFC fighter Holly Holm has explained why she’d prefer to fight at bantamweight next instead of featherweight. While she may be seen by many as a veteran in the sport, Holly Holm clearly still feels like she has a lot to prove. She’s won three of her last four fights, has competed for two titles and won one, and was pulled from a featherweight bout as recently as last October due to a knee injury.
Sean O’Malley admits Francis Ngannou is “big and terrifying” but doesn’t fancy his chances against Tyson Fury
Harry Kettle - January 10, 2022
UFC bantamweight Sean O’Malley believes Tyson Fury would have enough to beat Francis Ngannou in a boxing match. While many fans are excited about Francis Ngannou vs Ciryl Gane at UFC 270, others are concerned about what the future holds for “The Predator” after this bout. It’s no secret that Ngannou and the UFC have had some disagreements over his contract and many believe that’s going to continue, regardless of whether or not the champion is able to retain his belt.
Giga Chikadze slams Ariel Helwani for feuding with MMA fighter Dillon Danis: “Real men don’t do this and also don’t cry on life television”
Harry Kettle - January 10, 2022
UFC featherweight Giga Chikadze has lashed out at reporter Ariel Helwani for feuding with MMA fighter Dillon Danis. This weekend, Giga Chikadze will help kickstart the UFC’s 2022 schedule when he meets Calvin Kattar in a fascinating Fight Night main event. If he wins, there’s a good chance he’ll be one of the next men in line for a shot at the UFC featherweight championship.
Francis Ngannou shares his thoughts on Nate Diaz: “I think he’s just a psychopath”
Harry Kettle - January 10, 2022
UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has given his amusing thoughts on fellow UFC star Nate Diaz. While he may never have won a title in the promotion, Nate Diaz is still regarded as one of the biggest names to ever walk through the doors of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. From his persona outside the cage to what he does in it, the Stockton king has left an impression on mixed martial arts that’ll be felt for many years to come.
Paddy Pimblett unloads on Diego Sanchez for calling him a clown: "You're the laughing stock of this whole sport"
Christopher Taylor - January 9, 2022
Paddy Pimblett has issued a fiery response to Diego Sanchez, this after ‘The Nightmare’ dubbed him a clown on social media. The heated exchange occurred on Instagram after Sanchez commented on Paddy’s post with a clown emoji. Check out the photo below courtesy of @theufcbaddy on Twitter:
Miesha Tate rules out "desperate" OnlyFans career, UFC's Julia Avila responds
Christopher Taylor - January 9, 2022
Miesha Tate appears to have ruffled some feathers after rejecting the idea of pursuing a “desperate” OnlyFans career. The UFC’s former bantamweight champion, Tate (19-8 MMA), recently responded to a fan on YouTube that suggested she start an OnlyFans account with the following:
Sean O'Malley reacts after the UFC raises PPV prices: "What the hell are we doing here Dana?"
Christopher Taylor - January 9, 2022
Bantamweight standout Sean O’Malley believes Dana White and company are making a mistake by raising PPV prices. O’Malley (15-1 MMA), who recently scored a first-round TKO victory over Raulian Paiva at UFC 269 (see that here), reacted to the news the promotions PPV price hike during episode 48 of The BroMalley Show.
Henry Cejudo messages Dana White for Alex Volkanovski fight: “I would never cancel. I’m Mexican and we don’t believe in pulling out of anything”
Chris Taylor - January 8, 2022
Henry Cejudo has sent a message to UFC President Dana White in hopes of securing a fight with Alex Volkanovski. Henry Cejudo (16-2 MMA) last competed in at UFC 249 in May of 2020, where he successfully defended his bantamweight strap with a TKO victory over Dominick Cruz. Immediately following the conclusion of that contest, ‘Triple C’ would announce his retirement from the sport of mixed martial arts.
Chael Sonnen scolds Tyson Fury for "silly" challenge to Francis Ngannou: "Where is the pride within your sport?"
Chris Taylor - January 8, 2022
Chael Sonnen was not impressed with the “silliness” displayed by combat sports heavyweights Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. Fury, the reigning WBC and The Ring magazine heavyweight champion, took to social media on Thursday where he posed the following question: “Who would like to see me fight this beast (Francis Ngannou) boxing rules @ufc gloves?”
Dillon Danis responds following ruthless troll job from Ariel Helwani: "Your arms look like car antennas"
Chris Taylor - January 8, 2022
Bellator fighter Dillon Danis has responded after being ruthlessly trolled by MMA Journalist Ariel Helwani. Last week, the longtime MMA reporter seemingly commended Jake Paul for his ‘real challenge’ to UFC President Dana White.