MMA News
Conor McGregor attempts to revive rivalry with Brazil by taking aim at Charles Oliveira and Neymar Jr.
Susan Cox - January 5, 2022
Conor McGregor is attempting to revive his rivalry with Brazil by taking aim at two of the country’s biggest stars in Charles Oliveira and Neymar Jr. McGregor (22-6 MMA) has not competed inside of the Octagon since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
Brendan Schaub believes the UFC is giving Francis Ngannou the Roger Huerta treatment: “Remember what happened to him?”
Harry Kettle - January 5, 2022
Former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub has accused the UFC of giving Francis Ngannou the “Roger Huerta treatment”. Over the course of the last few months there have been a series of reported disagreements between the UFC and Francis Ngannou regarding the contract status of the UFC heavyweight champion. In a few short weeks, he’ll step back into the Octagon to defend his title against Ciryl Gane in what many believe could be his final appearance for the promotion.
Michael Bisping on Dustin Poirier’s pursuit of Nate Diaz: “That’s just him trying to eradicate those demons”
Harry Kettle - January 5, 2022
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has given his thoughts on Dustin Poirier and his recent pursuit of Nate Diaz. Way back at UFC 230 in 2018, we were supposed to see Dustin Poirier square off against Nate Diaz. Alas, an injury ensured that the fight fell apart, and now just over three years later the pair are being linked with a collision once again.
Darren Till announces Instagram has deleted his account, Sean Strickland offers his condolences
Harry Kettle - January 5, 2022
UFC middleweights Darren Till and Sean Strickland bonded on Twitter yesterday – because they’ve both had their Instagram accounts deleted. The middleweight division is as exciting as it has been in a long time and two of the many reasons for that are Darren Till and Sean Strickland. Both men have had their fair share of ups and downs but along the way, they’ve created some fascinating personas for themselves on social media. Till is recognized for being a bit of a comedian whereas Strickland, to put it lightly, says things that can often be construed as controversial.
ONE Championship asks 'Who wants to see Dana White vs. Chatri Sityodtong?'
Drake Riggs - January 4, 2022
2020 and 2021 proved that truly any type of combat sports match is possible. Early into 2022 and ONE Championship has already gauged interest in a president vs. president bout. ONE took to its official Twitter account on Tuesday sharing a video of promotional frontman Chatri Sityodtong hitting mitts to ask who wants to see him take on UFC boss, Dana White.
Nate Diaz provides gloomy update on Dustin Poirier negotiations, takes aim at Charles Oliveira
Christopher Taylor - January 4, 2022
Nate Diaz has provided a gloomy update after Dustin Poirier suggested their proposed UFC fight was nearly finalized. Poirier (28-7 MMA) joined Teddy Atlas on ‘The Fight WTA’ this morning where he disclosed the following information regarding a future showdown with Diaz (20-13 MMA).
Floyd Mayweather announces he'll box on helipad at the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah hotel in Dubai, likely against a YouTuber
Cole Shelton - January 4, 2022
Floyd Mayweather will be returning to the boxing ring once again. Mayweather recently teased an announcement in Dubai which many thought was an exhibition bout. Now, he’s confirmed such announcing he will be returning on February 20, but the location is a unique one as the fight will take place on a helipad at the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah hotel in Dubai.
Paulo Costa can beat anyone at middleweight 'if he trains correctly,' says his manager
Cole Shelton - January 4, 2022
Paulo Costa will remain at middleweight, his manager Wallid Ismail revealed. Costa headlined a UFC Fight Night card back in October against fellow middleweight contender Marvin Vettori. The contest was originally slated for 185lbs, but on the week of the fight it was revealed ‘The Eraser’ could not make weight and the fight was then moved to 195lbs.
Rose Namajunas explains how she benefited from loss to Carla Esparza: “I needed a piece of the humble pie”
Susan Cox - January 4, 2022
Rose Namajunas on an episode of UFC’s ‘Run it Back’ YouTube series commented on how she benefited from her loss to Carla Esparza way back in 2014: “Man I just had to stop being an a**hole. [laughs] No I mean, not that, but just like be, have self-awareness you know what I mean like, I was just kinda floating through life and just no direction with anything. I needed a piece of the humble pie, ya know.”
Dustin Poirier reveals a short-notice UFC fight with Nate Diaz is nearly finalized
Susan Cox - January 4, 2022
Dustin Poirier revealed on Twitter just this morning that a short-notice UFC fight with Nate Diaz is nearly finalized: “I’m not holding my tongue, it is Nate Diaz. I’m not going to say what card, I’m not going to say a date,” Poirier told Teddy Atlas.“He said something like, ‘Let’s do it.’ I said yes, now I’m just waiting on him.”
Chael Sonnen urges UFC fans against giving Cody Garbrandt a hard time: “He’s desperately trying to recapture something”
Susan Cox - January 4, 2022
Chael Sonnen is requesting that fight fans get behind former UFC champion Cody Garbrandt instead of giving him a hard time. Garbrandt (12-5 MMA) made his flyweight debut last month at UFC 269 in Las Vegas, where he collided with perennial division contender Kai Kara-France.
Former champ Joanna Jedrzejczyk says she was offered the winner of ‘Esparza vs. Namajunas 2’, but plans to rematch Weili Zhang
Susan Cox - January 4, 2022
Joanna Jedrzejczyk is aiming to return to MMA competition in 2022. In a recent interview on the ‘Kanal Sportowy Show’ in Poland, Joanna commented:
TJ Dillashaw and Paulo Costa listed amongst the ten UFC fighters most-tested by USADA in 2021
Harry Kettle - January 4, 2022
TJ Dillashaw and Paulo Costa were amongst the ten most-tested UFC fighters of 2021 by USADA. Over the course of the last few years, we’ve seen USADA really ramp up their testing program when it comes to those on the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s roster. From heavyweight to strawweight and beyond, everyone is being tested – especially those who have ran into some problems in the past.
Kamaru Usman mocks Colby Covington in latest workout video: “It’s EPO, I’m the CEO”
Harry Kettle - January 4, 2022
UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has mocked rival Colby Covington’s accusation that he’s on EPO. Throughout the entirety of their feud, Colby Covington has been more than happy to conduct a character assassination on Kamaru Usman. The pair have met twice and while Covington was incredibly competitive in both fights, Usman was the one who walked away with his hand raised and the title intact.
Watch | Joe Rogan shows off power with spinning kicks on heavy bag
Cole Shelton - January 3, 2022
Joe Rogan is known for his experience in MMA as he has trained in multiple disciplines as well as calling UFC fights for decades now. The successful podcaster recently showed off his striking power in a video posted to social media.
Amanda Serrano wants Valentina Shevchenko fight if Dana White agrees to Jake Paul challenge
Drake Riggs - January 3, 2022
Amanda Serrano is letting it be known that she fears no woman. The current multi-weight boxing champion fought her last two matches as the co-main event to Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley. Winning both to extend her winning streak to 28, the 42-1-1 Puerto Rico native is only looking up – even if that means a huge return to MMA.
The UFC announces two new matchups including Johnny Walker vs. Jamahal Hill
Susan Cox - January 3, 2022
Two new UFC matchups were announced today including a light heavyweight bout between Johnny Walker and Jamahal Hill. The Walker vs. Hill matchup will take place at a UFC Fight Night event on February 19th according to MMAFighting.
Coach Din Thomas praises Tyron Woodley for his handling of the Jake Paul knockout
Susan Cox - January 3, 2022
Din Thomas, Tyron Woodley’s coach is praising him for being a good sport after losing to Jake Paul on December 18th in Tampa, Florida. ‘The Chosen One’ was knocked out cold in the sixth round, with Jake Paul extending his winning record to a perfect 5-0. It was Woodley’s second encounter with Jake Paul, the first ending in a split decision to ‘The Problem Child’ in August 2021. It’s also worth noting that this marked Woodley’s sixth straight loss in combat sports.