MMA News
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.
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.
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’.
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).
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.
Teddy Atlas lauds Conor McGregor for performance against Floyd Mayweather, suggests Kamaru Usman would not find the same success
Harry Kettle - December 28, 2021
Boxing legend Teddy Atlas has praised Conor McGregor’s boxing performance against Floyd Mayweather – but admitted he isn’t sure how Kamaru Usman would fare. The trend of stars from mixed martial arts heading into boxing has been around for a few years now with the first major example being when Conor McGregor crossed the threshold to battle Floyd Mayweather in 2017. While he came up on the losing end, many praised the Irishman for his performance on that night in Las Vegas.
Diego Sanchez reacts after booking fight with Kevin Lee, says he’s “healthier than ever” for his Eagle FC debut
Harry Kettle - December 28, 2021
UFC veteran Diego Sanchez has reacted to confirmation of his Eagle FC debut against Kevin Lee next year. While there’s no way of knowing whether or not Eagle Fighting Championship is going to be a success, it certainly seems as if Khabib Nurmagomedov is willing to break out the big bucks in order to bring in some big names. Rashad Evans’ return to mixed martial arts was initially the biggest headline for the promotion but now, they’ve also got a 165-pound bout between Diego Sanchez and Kevin Lee to look forward to.
Dustin Poirier dished out coal to the three fighters on Christmas Day
Christopher Taylor - December 27, 2021
Dustin Poirier decided to dish out some coal to three of his fellow UFC fighters on Christmas morning. Poirier (28-7 MMA) competed earlier this month in the headliner of UFC 269 where for the second time in his career he came up short in his attempt to become the promotions undisputed lightweight champion.
Sean Strickland thinks he'd have 'failed as a man' if he had a gay son
Drake Riggs - December 27, 2021
Sean Strickland has no filter. The current No. 7 ranked UFC middleweight contender has shared many a controversial opinion. Whether it be his feelings towards murder, racism, or sexuality the Anaheim, California native lets his thoughts be known.
Francis Ngannou says he's 'the man that's gonna stop the hype' of Ciryl Gane at UFC 270
Cole Shelton - December 27, 2021
Francis Ngannou is confident he will be the one to derail Ciryl Gane’s hype. Ngannou is set to defend his heavyweight title for the first time in the main event of UFC 270 against the interim champ in Gane. It’s a fascinating fight due to the fact the two used to train with one another and sparring footage has been leaked. Gane also enters the fight undefeated with a ton of hype on him, yet for Ngannou, he believes Ciryl is overhyped and will prove that on January 22.
Michael Bisping believes Ricky Simon tried to make him “look silly” during post-fight interview at UFC Vegas 45
Susan Cox - December 27, 2021
Michael Bisping was not impressed with the attitude and remarks of Ricky Simon during their post-fight interview at UFC Vegas 45. The former UFC middleweight champion, Bisping, entered the Octagon to interview Simon immediately following the latter’s impressive knockout win over Raphael Assuncao.
Katie Taylor doesn’t believe Conor McGregor gets the respect he deserves in Ireland
Susan Cox - December 27, 2021
Katie Taylor doesn’t believe Conor McGregor gets the respect he deserves in Ireland and made her opinions known in a recent appearance on ‘The MMA Hour’: “I messaged him after the Dustin Poirier fight, just to offer some words of encouragement really,” Taylor said (h/t MMAFighting). “He’s always been a fantastic support to me, but I think he’s just someone who’s actually transcended the sport. He’s like, for me, the Muhammad Ali of the UFC. He’s just a fantastic athlete. A great businessman as well. But what he’s done in the sport and the UFC has been absolutely incredible, and I don’t think he’s celebrated as much as he should be here in Ireland. I think he is an absolute global superstar and just a phenomenal athlete, and he’s always been a complete gentleman towards me.”
Chris Weidman shares his thoughts on Tyron Woodley’s knockout loss to Jake Paul: “I think his legacy has definitely been tarnished”
Susan Cox - December 27, 2021
Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman believes Tyron Woodley’s legacy is tarnished following his nasty knockout loss to Jake Paul. Woodley (0-2) and Paul (5-0) collided for a second time two weekend’s ago in Tampa, this after their first contest ended in a controversial split decision win for Jake.
Petr Yan promises to destroy “little whiner” Aljamain Sterling in rematch, ‘Funk Master’ responds
Harry Kettle - December 27, 2021
UFC interim bantamweight champion Petr Yan has promised to “destroy” Aljamain Sterling in their imminent rematch. Earlier this year at UFC 259, Aljamain Sterling captured the 135-pound title from Petr Yan via disqualification in one of the most controversial finishes of the year thus far. It was the kind of result that reminded us all of one key fact: anything can happen in mixed martial arts.
Dan Hooker fires back at Jon Jones: “I was triggered by your disingenuous attempt to bring attention to Chael’s situation”
Harry Kettle - December 27, 2021
UFC featherweight newcomer Dan Hooker continues to take shots at Jon Jones as their social media rivalry over Chael Sonnen goes on. Over the course of the last few months we’ve seen the rivalry between Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen, which many believed to be dead and buried, intensify. It was initially centred around Jones and his recent run-in with the law but after Sonnen was also charged with five counts of battery, “Bones” couldn’t help but throw shade in the direction of his former Octagon foe.