Tony Ferguson News

Chris Taylor - August 30, 2025

We have you covered for all of today’s Misfits 22 results, including the middleweight boxing match between Tony Ferguson and Salt Papi. Ferguson (25-11 MMA) will enter the contest with hopes of snapping an eight-fight losing skid. ‘El Cucuy’ was most previously seen in action at UFC Abu Dhabi in August of last year, where he suffered a first-round submission defeat at the hands of Michael Chiesa. That loss was preceded by setbacks to Paddy Pimblett, King Green, Michael Chandler and Nate Diaz respectively.

Harry Kettle - August 29, 2025

Former UFC star Tony Ferguson has claimed that he feels great heading into his boxing match against Salt Papi. Tomorrow night, Tony Ferguson will make his return to active competition. However, it won’t be inside a mixed martial arts cage. Instead, he’ll be venturing into the boxing ring in order to lock horns with Salt Papi as part of the Misfits Boxing 22 card. It’s safe to say that not everyone is happy about this move from ‘El Cucuy’, but the man himself seems to be as confident as ever.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2025

Tony Ferguson has a clear message for those who want him to stop fighting. Ferguson is 41 years old and lost eight fights in a row before his time with the UFC came to an end. “El Cucuy” also hasn’t secured a win since 2019. Still, Ferguson snaps at anyone who suggests he should step away from the fight game.

Harry Kettle - August 5, 2025

Former MMA star Tony Ferguson has suggested that he could eventually make the move over into baseball. As we know, Tony Ferguson is set to return to active competition later this month. He’ll do so against Salt Papi as part of the upcoming Misfits Boxing card, in a move that has led to many raising an eyebrow. Of course, given his infamous losing streak in mixed martial arts, it makes sense that ‘El Cucuy’ would want to mix things up a bit.

BJ Penn Staff - July 7, 2025

Tony Ferguson is headed back to the cage. Scratch that. The former UFC star is headed to the boxing ring in just over a months’ time. Ferguson, best known for a stunning 12-fight win streak in the stacked UFC lightweight division, announced his upcoming fight in a conversation with Red Corner MMA.

BJ Penn Staff - May 28, 2025

Islam Makhachev is making a bold trip up to the UFC welterweight division, and he’s received some advice from an unlikely source ahead of time. Makhachev is the long-time UFC lightweight champ. He claimed the belt with a submission win over record-breaking champ Charles Oliveira in 2022, and went on to defend his belt with wins over Alexander Volkanovski (twice), Dustin Poirier, and Renato Moicano. Those wins served to establish the Russian as the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC. It also set him up for a shot at the UFC welterweight title.

Harry Kettle - May 27, 2025

UFC veteran Tony Ferguson has made it clear that he’s still interested in fighting Dillon Danis, despite their planned GFL bout falling through. When you talk about the greatest lightweights in mixed martial arts history, Tony Ferguson has to be in that conversation. While he never became undisputed UFC champion, the former interim king had an incredible run in the promotion. He was able to turn back some of the very best at 155 pounds and at one point, he was considered by many to be one of the best fighters on the planet. Alas, that’s no longer the case.

BJ Penn Staff - April 11, 2025

Tony Ferguson and Dillon might not be meeting in the GFL cage as soon as we thought, but it seems like the former still wants to fight. Ferguson, an accomplished UFC veteran, was slated to meet the BJJ specialist Danis at the GFL’s second event on May 25. It wasn’t meant to be. Days ago, news surfaced that the GFL was calling off its first two events, which were set for the same weekend in Los Angeles.

Josh Evanoff - March 21, 2025

According to a recent report, the Global Fight League will hold its first event in May, featuring fights such as Tony Ferguson vs. Dillon Danis. The upstart league founded by Darren Owen was announced late last year. At the time details about the Global Fight League were largely sparse, but they quickly began signing fighters by the dozens. Many, many ex-UFC stars quickly signed with the league, including Tony Ferguson, Frank Mir, Paige VanZant, and more. The league hopes to use a team-based format, with coaches such as Lyoto Machida, to find a niche in the market.

Cole Shelton - March 6, 2025

Tony Ferguson shared unique training footage ahead of his fight against Dillon Danis. Ferguson is set to take on Danis in GFL, which he revealed will take place on May 11 in Los Angeles. It’s his first fight since his UFC exit as he looks to snap his eight-fight losing streak when he takes on Danis.

Cole Shelton - March 4, 2025

Dillon Danis appears to be focused on Tony Ferguson rather than his upcoming boxing match against KSI. Danis is set to make his return to the boxing ring against KSI on March 29. After he boxes KSI, he will be fighting Tony Ferguson in the GFL, which Ferguson revealed will take place on May 11 in Los Angeles.

Josh Evanoff - March 3, 2025

Former interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson has opened up on the end of his UFC tenure. ‘El Cucuy’ last appeared in the cage at UFC Abu Dhabi in August against Michael Chiesa. Leading into the event, Tony Ferguson had suffered seven straight losses, several of which were lopsided. Due to the losing streak, Dana White declared that the former champion’s bout against Chiesa would be his last in the company regardless of the result.

Cole Shelton - February 28, 2025

The GFL has announced another fight which they are calling a legendary matchup involving Tony Ferguson. On Friday, the GFL announced a lightweight bout between former UFC interim lightweight champion and former Bellator fighter Dillon Danis.

Josh Evanoff - January 28, 2025

GFL founder Darren Owen is interested in booking Tony Ferguson vs. Dillon Danis. The new team-based MMA league is set to start holding events in April. Earlier this month, the Global Fight League held its inaugural draft where names such as Paige VanZant, Kevin Lee, Chris Weidman, and more were selected. Two fighters selected in the draft include ex-interim UFC champion Tony Ferguson and the ever-controversial Dillon Danis.

Josh Evanoff - January 24, 2025

Former interim UFC lightweight champion Tony Ferguson has finalized a deal with the Global Fight League. Fans are now just hours away from seeing the inaugural Global Fight League draft. Founded by Darren Owen, the team-based MMA league hopes to start holding events in April. Ahead of the draft, the GFL has signed several high-profile former UFC stars such as Tyron Woodley, Paige VanZant, and Luke Rockhold.

Harry Kettle - January 14, 2025

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has revealed that he previously wanted to step in for Khabib Nurmagomedov and fight Tony Ferguson. Right now, Islam Makhachev is easily one of the most impressive fighters in mixed martial arts. In fact, some would argue he’s the pound for pound best. This weekend, he’ll put that on the line – alongside his belt – when he defends against Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC 311.

Josh Evanoff - January 6, 2025

Former UFC lightweight contender Tony Ferguson has reignited his feud with Khabib Nurmagomedov. ‘The Eagle’ made headlines earlier this month for his controversial comments about Irish MMA. As a former foe of Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov’s thoughts on Irish MMA were no surprise. According to the former UFC champion, Ireland is no competition for Dagestan when it comes to competing in the cage.

Josh Evanoff - January 1, 2025

Former interim UFC lightweight champion Tony Ferguson hopes to announce fight news soon. ‘El Cucuy’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since an August clash against Michael Chiesa. Prior to the bout, Dana White stated that the fight would be Tony Ferguson’s last in the UFC. Win, lose, or draw, the promoter seemed done seeing the 40-year-old inside the cage. Given his seven-fight losing streak entering the event, the comments made sense.