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Stipe Miocic explains how Anderson Silva helped him beat Daniel Cormier
Cole Shelton - August 20, 2019
Stipe Miocic is once again the heavyweight champion of the world. In the main event of UFC 241, the Cleveland native TKO’d Daniel Cormier to reclaim the title. However, after the first three rounds, it did not appear Stipe Miocic would win the fight. In fact, some pundits claim he was “dominated” by Cormier.
Mike Perry thought he might die following fight at UFC Uruguay
Cole Shelton - August 20, 2019
Mike Perry thought the worst after his UFC Uruguay fight with Vicente Luque. After the fight, Perry was transported to the hospital for his badly broken nose and he started to think of the two boxers that passed away just weeks before. He was having headaches and asked if his brain was bleeding.
Jorge Masvidal says negotiations for Nate Diaz fight underway
Fernando Quiles - August 20, 2019
Negotiations for fights are “super necessary,” and Jorge Masvidal claims talks are underway for a bout with Nate Diaz. If ring rust truly exists, Diaz is immune. He stepped inside the Octagon for the first time since Aug. 2016 in the co-main event of UFC 241. Diaz took on Anthony Pettis in a bout that went the distance. The Stockton native simply overwhelmed Pettis in the second and third rounds to take a unanimous decision victory.
Conor McGregor sends message to Nate Diaz after UFC 241
Tom Taylor - August 20, 2019
Three years ago today, in the main event of the stacked UFC 202 card, Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz stepped into the cage for an anticipated rematch. Ireland’s McGregor sought to avenge a recent submission loss to Diaz and recapture some of the mystic he’d lost in defeat. Diaz, meanwhile, looked to prove his recent win over the dangerous Irish striker was not a fluke. After one of the most unforgettable five-round wars in UFC history, McGregor walked away with a majority decision win, leaving their series tied at 1-1.
Georges St-Pierre believes Paulo Costa has earned middleweight title shot
Tom Taylor - August 20, 2019
Former UFC welterweight and middleweight champion Georges St-Pierre was tuned in for UFC 241, and just like everyone else who watched, he was blown away by the main card war between middleweight contenders Yoel Romero and Paulo Costa. During an appearance on Chael Sonnen’s podcast, the former middleweight champion gave his take on this riveting battle.
Francis Ngannou calls for rematch with Stipe Miocic
Natasha Hooper - August 20, 2019
UFC 241’s main event saw the former heavyweight champion, Stipe Miocic rematch Daniel Cormier and reclaim the heavyweight belt. Many heavyweight fighters will now be pushing for the next title shot against the Croatian-American champion and that includes heavy hitter, Francis Ngannou. During an episode on the Ariel Helwani podcast on Monday, the Cameroonian-French fighter revealed he is itching for a rematch against Miocic.
RIZIN planning something 'quite strange,' could involve Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - August 20, 2019
Nobuyuki Sakakibara, the President of Japanese combat sports promotion RIZIN Fighting Federation, has no objections to promoting an unconventional fight here and there. Look no further than last year’s wild exhibition boxing match between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Tenshin Nasukawa for proof of that fact. From the sounds of it, the RIZIN boss is plotting another strange attraction for the promotion’s big New Years Eve show this year.
Mike Perry challenges Ben Askren to fight for charity
Adam Martin - August 20, 2019
UFC welterweight Mike Perry took to social media to challenge Ben Askren to a fight, with the winner donating $20,000 to a charity of the loser’s choosing. Here’s what Perry said to Askren on Twitter.
Bellator boss not buying Stipe Miocic as world's best heavyweight
Tom Taylor - August 20, 2019
When Stipe Miocic stopped Daniel Cormier in the main event of UFC 241, he not only reclaimed the UFC heavyweight title, but also his reputation as the top heavyweight in mixed martial arts. At least, that’s the widespread opinion. Not everybody is convinced.
Manager: Jorge Masvidal wants to fight Nate Diaz in enemy territory
Mike Heck - August 20, 2019
The idea of a fight between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz is fascinating enough as is. Any additional elements added to the potential welterweight showdown will be a cherry on top. On Saturday night, after nearly three years away from the Octagon, Diaz returned to defeat Anthony Pettis via unanimous decision in the co-main event of UFC 241. Following the win, Diaz called for a fight with Masvidal for the, hopefully, soon-to-be made “baddest motherf****r in the game” belt.
Joe Rogan considers Deontay Wilder 'an anomaly'
Tom Taylor - August 20, 2019
It’s no secret that Joe Rogan is pretty high on WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder. The UFC commentator and podcaster frequently gushes over the brick-fisted boxer, and has even had him on a guest on his show in the past. On the latest edition of the Joe Rogan Experience MMA Show, which featured boxer Terence Crawford as a guest, Rogan once again sang the praises of Wilder.
George St-Pierre responds to call for Nick Diaz rematch
Natasha Hooper - August 20, 2019
Nate Diaz returned to the Octagon at UFC 241 and successfully beat Anthony Pettis via unanimous decision. After the fight, he called for a fight against Jorge Masvidal, but he also wants George St-Pierre to fight his brother, Nick Diaz. The former two-division UFC champion St-Pierre retired earlier this year but hasn’t fought since his 2017 win over Michael Bisping at UFC 217. The Canadian fought Nate’s brother Nick at UFC 158 in 2013. Despite the fact that St-Pierre won via dominant unanimous decision, the younger Diaz brother wants to see a rematch.
13 fighters break CSAC weight gain rules for UFC 241
Natasha Hooper - August 20, 2019
13 fighters have broken the weight recommendation guidelines provided by the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) at UFC 241. CSAC helps regulate extreme weight-cutting for MMA fights in California. For health and safety, the commission advises fighters not to rapidly cut and regain more than 10% body weight between weigh-ins and fight night.
Kurt Angle says there is only one fight that will bring Brock Lesnar back to UFC
Christopher Taylor - August 19, 2019
Former Olympic Gold Medalist Kurt Angle says there is only one fight that would bring Brock Lesnar back to the UFC. According the wrestling legend, Angle, ‘The Beast’ would only consider returning to the cage for a fight with current UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones.
Dan Hardy says he has re-entered USADA pool, wants possibly one more fight
Cole Shelton - August 19, 2019
Dan Hardy has not fought since September of 2012 on UFC on Fuel TV, where he beat Amir Sadollah by decision. Since then, the Englishman was diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and had to step away from the sport. However, fast forward to 2019 and Dan Hardy is now eyeing a return to the Octagon.
Betting odds released for Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal
Adam Martin - August 19, 2019
The opening betting odds have been released for a potential welterweight bout between stars Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal. According to BestFightOdds, the sportsbook BetOnline released the odds for Diaz vs. Masvidal. Here are the odds below.
Daniel Cormier issues statement on UFC 241 loss to Stipe Miocic
Tom Taylor - August 19, 2019
Daniel Cormier is no longer the UFC heavyweight champion. After a year-long reign atop the division, he surrendered the title to the very man he won it from in July, 2018: Stipe Miocic. The pair met in the main event of UFC 241 in Anaheim, California, last Saturday night.
Dana White had to defuse Colby Covington confrontations at UFC 241
Tom Taylor - August 19, 2019
Polarizing UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington was one of the many high-profile fighters in attendance for last Saturday’s UFC 241 card, and apparently, his presence at the event caused a bit of a stir. In fact, several of the other fighters in attendance allegedly tried to start fights with the trash-talking welterweight star, according to UFC President Dana White.