MMA News
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.
Jake Paul disputes 'bulls**t' pay-per-view numbers, but admits it wasn't his 'best business night'
Cole Shelton - December 29, 2021
Jake Paul has disputed the recent reports this his rematch against Tyron Woodley tanked on pay-per-view. Paul was originally supposed to face Tommy Fury on December 18. However, less than two weeks out Fury was forced to withdraw from the fight and was replaced with Woodley.
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.
Dominick Cruz expresses interest in “the old legacy fight that never happened” with Jose Aldo
Harry Kettle - December 29, 2021
Dominick Cruz has revealed that he would be interested in facing Jose Aldo after years of fans dubbing it a “dream fight”. Ever since their respectively dominant days in WEC, Dominick Cruz and Jose Aldo have been linked with a bout against one another. Cruz has been a consistent force at bantamweight whereas Aldo spent a lot of time as the featherweight king, before eventually moving down to 135 pounds alongside Cruz.
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.
Jorge Masvidal slams Jake Paul following reports of terrible PPV numbers: 'Never again do I want to hear my name associated with the fake'
Cole Shelton - December 28, 2021
Jorge Masvidal has blasted Jake Paul after the pay-per-view numbers for his rematch against Tyron Woodley were reported. Over the holiday weekend, it was reported that the Paul-Woodley 2 Showtime boxing pay-per-view did under 65,000 buys. If that is true that, it is obviously a horrible look for Paul who previously claimed he surpassed a million buys for his bout against Ben Askren.
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.
Brendan Schaub reacts to Junior dos Santos vs. Kubrat Pulev fight booking: “It’s crazy!”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2021
Brendan Schaub has shared his thoughts on the upcoming fight booking between Junior dos Santos and Kubrat Pulev. The former UFC heavyweight, Schaub, detailed his opinion during the most recent episode of ‘Below the Belt’.
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).
Chael Sonnen believes Charles Oliveira’s tendency to “get hit a lot” will prove costly against Justin Gaethje
Harry Kettle - December 28, 2021
Chael Sonnen believes Charles Oliveira’s tendency to get hit often could cost him in a fight against Justin Gaethje. While it would appear as if Charles Oliveira is leaning towards defending his UFC lightweight title against Conor McGregor, the idea of “Do Bronx” versus Justin Gaethje simply cannot be ruled out. There are plenty of factors in play that’ll help determine what’s next at 155 pounds, but the ball is firmly in Oliveira’s court right now.