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Report | The UFC is targeting two key strawweight fights, including Mackenzie Dern vs Tecia Torres
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2021
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is targeting two strawweight bouts for early next year – including Mackenzie Dern vs. Tecia Torres. The strawweight division is one of the most intriguing in the entire promotion and the UFC is well aware of that. From young talent rising up through the ranks to the top 10 all being absolute killers, they’ve got plenty of options ahead of them as 2022 approaches.
Kevin Lee explains why he’s “a little jealous” of Sean O’Malley: “He did it the right way”
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2021
Eagle FC fighter Kevin Lee has admitted he’s jealous of the way Sean O’Malley has been able to rise up through the ranks in the UFC. In the last few weeks, things have changed a fair bit for Kevin Lee. In addition to being released from his contract with the UFC, he also managed to find a new home with Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Eagle Fighting Championship. In early 2022, he’ll make his official debut in their 165-pound division when he locks horns with UFC veteran Diego Sanchez.
Former UFC fighter Yoshinori Horie claims he was "deceived" into performing sex acts on men
Christopher Taylor - December 29, 2021
Former UFC fighter and current RIZIN standout Yoshinori Horie claims he was “deceived” into performing sex acts to fund his MMA career. Horie (12-3 MMA) made his lone Octagon appearance at UFC 240 in July of 2019, where he suffered a TKO loss to Hakeem Dawodu. Since then, the ‘Rising Star’ has gone 4-1, including three straight victories under the RIZIN banner.
Sean Strickland claims Raymond Daniels once KO'd Tony Ferguson in sparring
Cole Shelton - December 29, 2021
What happens in an MMA gym during sparring sessions generally stays in-house, but Sean Strickland claims he saw Raymond Daniels head kick KO Tony Ferguson. Strickland, the current seventh-ranked UFC middleweight, is known for being brash and that trend continued when a fan asked him if he had ever sparred ‘El Cucuy’. To no surprise, Sean is not a fan of Tony and even claimed that Daniels, a current Bellator fighter, once knocked Ferguson out cold.
Sean O’Malley explains why he won’t currently entertain a five-round fight: “That’s a long time to f*cking fight, dude.”
Susan Cox - December 29, 2021
Fan favorite Sean O’Malley has explained why he’s currently uninterested in fielding five-round fight offers from the UFC. O’Malley (15-1 MMA), who previously dubbed himself ‘The Unranked Champ’, returned to the Octagon earlier this month at UFC 269 for a fight with Raulian Paiva.
Dana White provides positive update on contract negotiations with UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou
Susan Cox - December 29, 2021
Dana White has provided a positive update on his current contract negotiations with UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. Ngannou will be competing in the final fight of his current contract January 22nd at the Octagon in Anaheim for UFC 270 where he goes up against Ciryl Gane.
Dana White says Joe Rogan “deserves a ton of credit” for helping build the sport of MMA
Susan Cox - December 29, 2021
UFC President Dana White believes Joe Rogan “deserves a ton of credit” for helping to build the sport of MMA. In a recent episode of ‘The Fight with Teddy Atlas’, White credited Joe Rogan for having a major role in building mixed martial arts into the attraction it is today.
Teddy Atlas praises UFC bantamweight Sean O’Malley: “He’s got all the makings of a star”
Susan Cox - December 29, 2021
Boxing legend Teddy Atlas shared some high praise for UFC bantamweight ‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley. O’Malley (15-1 MMA), who previously dubbed himself ‘The Unranked Champ’, returned to the Octagon earlier this month at UFC 269 for a fight with Raulian Paiva.
Kevin Lee shares the one possible way Kamaru Usman could leapfrog Georges St-Pierre to become GOAT
Harry Kettle - December 29, 2021
Former UFC fighter Kevin Lee has given his thoughts on how Kamaru Usman could surpass Georges St-Pierre in the GOAT conversation. Across the history of the UFC, and mixed martial arts in general, two men stand head and shoulders above the rest in the “greatest welterweight of all time” debate: Kamaru Usman and Georges St-Pierre. Usman is the current king of the castle whereas GSP is off enjoying retirement after riding off into the sunset a few years back.
UFC fighters and notable pro athletes pay tribute to late NFL legend John Madden
Harry Kettle - December 29, 2021
A string of names within the UFC, basketball and beyond have paid tribute to NFL legend John Madden after his passing. It was revealed last night that John Madden, a true icon in the world of pro football, had died at the age of 85 in his Pleasanton home. The news was met with immediate sadness from everyone in and outside of the NFL bubble with the masses coming together to appreciate everything he did during his time in the sport.
Julianna Pena offers open challenge to anyone doubting the quality of her finish at UFC 269
Harry Kettle - December 29, 2021
UFC women’s bantamweight champion Julianna Pena has issued a challenge to those who have doubted the quality of her win over Amanda Nunes. Back at UFC 269 earlier this month, Julianna Pena shocked the world by submitting Amanda Nunes to become the new bantamweight queen in the UFC. She did so with some incredibly tenacious work on the feet before dragging the GOAT to the ground and forcing the tap with a nice choke.
The remains of missing MMA fighter David Koenig discovered in Missouri woods
Christopher Taylor - December 28, 2021
The human remains of missing MMA fighter David Koenig were discovered in the woods of Missouri on December 22nd. Koenig, an amateur MMA fighter, had been missing since February 9, 2020.
Bob Arum shares two potential opponents and locations for Tyson Fury’s next fight
Cole Shelton - December 28, 2021
Bob Arum, the promoter for Tyson Fury, has shared two potential opponents for his clients next fight. With Anthony Joshua set to rematch Oleksandr Usyk, it was ruled Dillian Whyte was the mandatory challenger for Fury. However, Whyte has been asking for too much money and now the WBC has ruled the Brit can face someone in a non-title fight next. Now, according to Arum, Andy Ruiz Jr. is one of the two names being floated around.
Self-proclaimed "best bareknuckle boxer in the world" gets a rude awakening from Joe Riggs (Video)
Christopher Taylor - December 28, 2021
A self-proclaimed “best bareknuckle boxer in the world” received a rude awakening from BKFC standout Joe Riggs. The incident happened earlier this month after the individual continued to come into Riggs’ gym day after day talking crap. ‘Diesel’ finally decided he had heard enough on December 8th and invited the outspoken man to step into the ring.
Logan Paul rips 'weasel' Floyd Mayweather for allegedly not paying him for their boxing match
Cole Shelton - December 28, 2021
Logan Paul has taken a shot at Floyd Mayweather for allegedly not paying him for their boxing match. Paul and Mayweather fought in an exhibition back in June in a highly-anticipated bout that did well in the lead-up and on pay-per-view as it sold around 1 million. However, months later, Paul posted a picture of Mayweather on his Instagram story where he blasted “Money” for not paying him.
Dana White extends testing challenge to Jake Paul: “Randomly cocaine test me for the next 10 years if I can randomly steroid test him for the next two”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2021
UFC President Dana White has extended an interesting testing challenge to boxing’s Jake Paul. Paul extended his perfect professional record to 5-0 earlier this month by knocking out former UFC champion Tyron Woodley.
Manager provides grim update on contract negotiations between Francis Ngannou and the UFC: “I hate to say this, but it feels like a standoff”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2021
Francis Ngannou is competing in the final fight of his current contract on January 22nd in Anaheim when he squares off with Ciryl Gane at UFC 270. It could be the last time we see Ngannou, 35, inside the Octagon, as he refused to sign a contract extension earlier this year citing it was a lowball offer.
Colby Covington mocks Dustin Poirier in latest troll job: “Twenty-five minutes paid in full. I deserve this I’m Louisiana swamp trash”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2021
Colby Covington continues to target his former ATT teammate Dustin Poirier in hopes of scoring a potential fight. Poirier (28-7 MMA) suffered a third round submission loss to reigning lightweight champion Charles Oliveira (32-8 MMA) earlier this month at UFC 269 (see that here).