MMA News
Dan Hooker hints at a change in weight class: “I’m doing a little test run and we’ll see”
Harry Kettle - November 22, 2021
UFC lightweight Dan Hooker has hinted at changing the weight class he competes at in the promotion. It’s well known by this point that Dan Hooker is the kind of man who doesn’t give up without a fight. Come hell or high water, he will do everything in his power to secure the win – but at 155 pounds, he’s been unable to do so in three of his last four outings.
Ben Askren on once being a part of Joe Rogan's MMA GOAT list: "I would never expect anyone to think of me that way."
Christopher Taylor - November 21, 2021
Ben Askren was once considered one of the greatest MMA fighters in the world, even finding a spot on Joe Rogan’s GOAT list. This was of course prior to ‘Funky’ making his Octagon debut in 2019, when he sported a perfect professional record of 18-0 and had captured championships in both Bellator and ONE.
Conor McGregor pays tribute to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after legend is sacked by Manchester United
Christopher Taylor - November 21, 2021
Conor McGregor sent a heartfelt farewell message to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the football legend was sacked by Manchester United. United made the decision to part ways with their former star player turned manager, Solskjaer, following the Red Devils humiliating 4-1 defeat to Watford on Saturday afternoon.
Sean Strickland not interested in fighting Darren Till, shares two ideal opponents for his next fight
Christopher Taylor - November 21, 2021
Sean Strickland is not interested in fighting Darren Till, but he’s provided two ideal opponents for his next UFC appearance. Strickland (24-3 MMA) was slated to compete against former middleweight champion Luke Rockhold earlier this month at UFC 268. Unfortunately, ‘Rocky’ was forced to pullout of the contest due to injury and Sean was removed from the card.
Loopy Godinez reacts following victory in third UFC fight in the last six weeks
Adam Martin - November 21, 2021
UFC women’s strawweight Loopy Godinez reacted following her victory in what was her third UFC fight in the last six weeks. Godinez has become a bit of a throwback fighter for the UFC matchmakers in recent months as she keeps taking these short-notice fights when the promotion calls on her. Last month, Godinez defeated Silvana Gomez Juarez in what was a fantastic performance. She then turned around on one week’s notice and dropped a decision to Luana Carolina up a weight class. Despite losing her last fight, Godinez had no problem taking another fight on short notice, this time against Loma Looknboonmee at UFC Vegas 43. When Cheyanne Vlismas pulled out due to COVID-19 and the UFC needed someone to step up on short notice to take the fight, Godinez had absolutely no problem saying yes to it.
Cris Cyborg interested in facing Cat Zingano next, says it would be a "great fight"
Adam D Martin - November 21, 2021
Bellator women’s featherweight champion Cris Cyborg says she is interested in facing Cat Zingano next, saying it would be a “great fight.” Cyborg is coming off of a quick first-round KO win over Sinead Kavanagh at Bellator 271. For Cyborg, she is currently riding a five-fight win streak including a four-fight winning streak since she joined Bellator with four wins coming by way of knockout. Cyborg has looked absolutely phenomenal so far in Bellator and she is excited to get back out there and perform. Following her quick win over Kavanagh, Cyborg is now looking ahead at who she could potentially be facing next, and Zingano seems to be the ideal opponent for her.
Joanne Wood reacts following first-round submission loss to Taila Santos at UFC Vegas 43
Adam D Martin - November 21, 2021
UFC women’s flyweight contender Joanne Wood reacted following her first-round submission loss to Taila Santos at UFC Vegas 43. Wood was knocked down twice and then choked out by Santos in the first round of their women’s flyweight bout that took place on the UFC Vegas 43 main card. It was by far the best performance of Santos’ UFC career to date, while for Wood it was the first time that she had been knocked down in a UFC fight en route to another stoppage loss. For Wood, this was her second straight defeat following a split decision loss to Lauren Murphy in her last fight, and overall she has lost three of her last four bouts. Although Wood is still one of the top-ranked flyweights in the UFC, she is on a bit of a decline at the moment. Still, it doesn’t take away anything from what Santos did as she put on a great performance.
Sean Brady issues statement following decision win over Michael Chiesa at UFC Vegas 43
Adam D Martin - November 21, 2021
UFC welterweight contender Sean Brady issued a statement following his unanimous decision win over Michael Chiesa at UFC Vegas 43. Brady utilized his superior wrestling skills to take Chiesa down and grind him out for a hard-earned decision victory. The fight saw Brady win the first two rounds with his takedowns, top control, and back control before Chiesa stormed back and made a late charge in the third. Although Chiesa was able to win the last round on the judges’ scorecards, it was not enough as Brady was able to clearly win the first two rounds.
Belal Muhammad mocks Conor McGregor in hilarious troll job: “Cue the Conor tweet”
Adam D Martin - November 21, 2021
UFC welterweight contender Belal Muhammad mocked promotional superstar Conor McGregor in a hilarious troll job, saying “cue the Conor tweet.” McGregor recently ripped Muhammad and fellow UFC fighter Anthony Smith for their post-fight analysis during a UFC Fight Night event. Muhammad was obviously not pleased that McGregor had made some negative comments about him and he waited for the perfect opportunity to return fire and get the last laugh against someone who has trolled him.
UFC Vegas 43 winner Adrian Yanez responds to callout from Sean O’Malley
Adam D Martin - November 21, 2021
UFC Vegas 43 winner Adrian Yanez responded to the callout from divisional rival Sean O’Malley following his big win over Davey Grant. Yanez defeated Grant in the “Fight of the Night” at Saturday’s UFC Vegas 43 card. It was a fantastic fight between two of the best bantamweights in the sport as both Yanez and Grant stood in the pocket and traded for 15 minutes. Yanez ended up edging out the split decision at the end of the fight, and he improved to 4-0 overall now in the UFC. He has three knockout wins and now, a decision win over Grant as he nears the top-15 at 135lbs.
Jake Hager pumps the brakes on alleged grappling match with Jon Jones, 'Bones' responds
Christopher Taylor - November 20, 2021
Jake Hager has refuted Jon Jones’ claim that they are set to compete in a grappling match at next month’s ‘Fury Pro Grappling’ event. Earlier this afternoon Jones (26-1 MMA) took to social media where he suggested that he was set to compete in a grappling match opposite the undefeated Bellator heavyweight on December 9th.
Miesha Tate reacts following loss to Ketlen Vieira at UFC Vegas 43
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
Miesha Tate has issued a statement following her unanimous decision loss to Ketlen Vieira in tonight’s UFC Vegas 43 headliner. Tate (19-8 MMA) had entered Saturday’s main event looking to build off her third round TKO victory over Marion Reneau from back in July. That win had marked Miesha’s first since March of 2016, when she had submitted Holly Holm at UFC 196 to capture the promotions 135lbs title.
Sean O'Malley trolls Aljamain Sterling while confirming his interest in fighting Adrian Yanez
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
Sean O’Malley trolled UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling while confirming his interest in fighting Adrian Yanez this March. O’Malley (14-1 MMA), who is scheduled to return at next month’s UFC 269 event for a bantamweight bout with Raulian Paiva (21-3 MMA), raised eyebrows this afternoon when he tweeted “March” following the conclusion of today’s FOTN scrap between Adrian Yanez and Davey Grant.
UFC Vegas 43 Bonus Report: Taila Santos receives lone POTN bonus
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
The Octagon remained in Nevada for today’s UFC Vegas 43 event, a eleven-bout fight card headlined by Ketlen Vieira vs Miesha Tate. The main event went the full twenty-five minutes. Tate was able to get off some decent punches in the fight, but it was the jab and volume of Vieira that ultimately proved to be the difference maker. After five rounds of hard fought action, the Brazilian was awarded a much-deserved unanimous decision victory from the judges in attendance.
Pros react after Ketlen Vieira defeats Miesha Tate at UFC Vegas 43
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
Today’s UFC Vegas 43 event was headlined by a women’s bantamweight contest featuring former champ Miesha Tate taking on Ketlen Vieira. Tate (19-8 MMA) ended her four-year hiatus back in July, where she scored a third round TKO victory over Marion Reneau. That served as Miesha’s first win since March of 2016, where she had submitted Holly Holm at UFC 196 to capture the promotions 135lbs title.
UFC Vegas 43 Results: Ketlen Vieira defeats Miesha Tate (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
Today’s UFC Vegas 43 event is headlined by a women’s bantamweight contest featuring former champ Miesha Tate taking on Ketlen Vieira. Tate (19-7 MMA) returned from a four-year hiatus at July’s UFC Vegas 31 event, where she scored a third round TKO victory over Marion Reneau. That served as Miesha’s first win since March of 2016, when she submitted Holly Holm at UFC 196 to capture the promotions 135lbs title.
UFC Vegas 43 Results: Sean Brady defeats Michael Chiesa (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
Today’s UFC Vegas 43 event is co-headlined by a welterweight contest featuring Michael Chiesa squaring off with Sean Brady. Chiesa (18-5 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a first round submission loss to Vicente Luque in his most recent Octagon appearance. Prior to that setback, ‘Maverick’ had reeled off three straight wins, including a stoppage victory over Carlos Condit.
Cody Durden issues statement after post-fight comments at UFC Vegas 43 spawn accusations of racism
Chris Taylor - November 20, 2021
Cody Durden improved his overall record to 12-3-1 at today’s UFC Vegas 43 event, but it was his post-fight comments that made headlines. Durden (12-3-1 MMA) squared off with Qileng Aori (18-9 MMA) in a flyweight contest on today’s preliminary fight card. The result was a unanimous decision win for the 30-year-old American, who earned 29-28 scorecards from all three judges in attendance.