UFC News
Tom Aspinall shares interesting theory on why Jon Jones doesn't like mentioning UFC title unification fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
Tom Aspinall believes he knows why Jon Jones hasn’t publicly shown interest in fighting him. Fans have been pounding the table for some clarity in the UFC’s heavyweight division. Jones is the heavyweight titleholder, but Aspinall holds interim gold and has even defended his championship. Following Jones’ own successful title defense at UFC 309, he wouldn’t commit to a title unification bout against Aspinall.
MMA icon thinks Aljamain Sterling and Chris Weidman feel they've been demoted with UFC 310 prelim spot
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
One former UFC icon believes Aljamain Sterling and Chris Weidman aren’t gung-ho over being on the UFC 310 prelims. UFC 310 is coming up this Saturday. It’ll be the UFC’s year-end pay-per-view. Sterling and Weidman will be featured on the card, but not on the PPV. Instead, the “Funk Master” will fight on the ESPN2 prelims, while the “All American” will compete on the early prelims.
Ian Machado Garry unleashes brutal rant on Kamaru Usman: 'Where it matters between the legs, he’s a little man'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
Ian Machado Garry has some harsh words for Kamaru Usman. Usman has been trolled by fans online with ducking accusations. “The Nigerian Nightmare” explained that he decided against fighting Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 due to not having a full camp to prepare. Some have continued to lambast the former UFC welterweight champion.
Aljamain Sterling is still confused by being put on UFC 310 prelims
Harry Kettle - December 3, 2024
Former UFC champion Aljamain Sterling has once again expressed his confusion at being put on the UFC 310 prelims. Over the years, Aljamain Sterling has achieved some great things in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. That includes winning the UFC bantamweight championship, which he was able to successfully defend on three separate occasions.
Ian Machado Garry slams 'absolute coward' Colby Covington for accepting Joaquin Buckley fight at UFC Tampa
Harry Kettle - December 3, 2024
Ian Machado Garry has hit out at Colby Covington for accepting a fight against Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa. For the longest time, Ian Machado Garry has made one thing crystal clear: he wants to fight Colby Covington. It’s never been any kind of big secret and if anything, he’s been telling the world ever since he stepped foot in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. With that being said, Colby has never seemed overly interested in making that happen.
Igor Severino books MMA return after serving suspension for biting opponent in UFC
Harry Kettle - December 3, 2024
Controversial former UFC fighter Igor Severino is set to make his mixed martial arts return after a nine-month suspension due to biting. In the Ultimate Fighting Championship, we’ve seen plenty of strange things over the years. From weird disqualifications to bizarre knockouts and beyond, you never quite know what you’re going to get with the MMA leader. Back in March 2024, that was on full display when Igor Severino bit Andre Lima during their fight, bringing a premature end to his time with the company.
Jorge Masvidal reveals his UFC return is set for April in Miami: "I will be back!"
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Jorge Masvidal intends to return to the octagon in April. ‘Gamebred’ is in an incredibly weird position at this stage of his career. He last appeared in action in July, ending a short-lived retirement to face Nate Diaz in the boxing ring. While Jorge Masvidal is still under UFC contract, Dana White gave his blessing for the former title challenger to face off against an old rival.
Ian Machado Garry discusses hopes for double champion status ahead of UFC 310 return: "I'm not afraid of any man"
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
Ian Machado Garry believes his fight at UFC 310 this Saturday is the start of not one, but two championship runs. ‘The Future’ has been out of the cage since a clash with former Bellator star Michael Page in June. The bout was viewed as arguably the biggest test of the Irishman’s career thus far, and he passed. However, Ian Machado Garry was forced to showcase his grappling, ultimately earning a unanimous decision victory over the Brit.
Ciryl Gane opens up on infamous UFC 285 loss to Jon Jones: 'I don't recognize myself there'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 2, 2024
Ciryl Gane has taken a moment to reflect on his infamous title fight with Jon Jones. Back in March 2023, Gane and Jones fought for the vacant UFC Heavyweight Championship. This one was a quick wipeout in favor of “Bones,” who secured a first-round submission finish. The takedown and the choke looked almost too easy, even for one of the greatest fighters of all time.
Jim Miller not a fan of Donald Cerrone's comeback plans following admitted steroid use: 'I'm not super into it'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 2, 2024
Jim Miller isn’t keen on the idea of Donald Cerrone returning to MMA competition after cycling off steroids. “Cowboy’s” comeback plan has been a hot topic within the MMA community. Cerrone initially retired back in 2022 after being submitted by Miller. More recently, the former UFC title challenger posted a video on social media revealing his plans to fight again. He also revealed that he’ll need to get off the juice in order to be eligible to compete.
Kamaru Usman goes off on fans claiming he ducked Shavkat Rakhmonov: 'Shut your mouth'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 2, 2024
Kamaru Usman is not happy with those saying he ducked a UFC 310 matchup with Shavkat Rakhmonov. This Saturday night, Rakhmonov will share the Octagon with Ian Machado Garry. “Nomad” was initially scheduled to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. Plans changed when the 170-pound title holder suffered a foot infection.
UFC 310 title challenger had first fight against his own brother: “He was really trying to kill me”
BJ Penn Staff - December 1, 2024
Technically speaking, UFC 310 headliner Kai Asakura had his first fight in 2012, when he submitted Tomoya Suzuki. If you ask the man himself, however, he’ll tell you his first fight came earlier than that, when he took on his own brother, Mikuru. Kai Asakura’s first ever fight was a street fight against his own brother
Kayla Harrison won't be calling out Amanda Nunes just yet: 'I have great respect for everything she’s accomplished'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Kayla Harrison won’t be calling for a showdown with Amanda Nunes just yet. Harrison appears to be in prime position to challenge for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship. The current titleholder is Julianna Pena, who has called for a trilogy fight with Nunes.
Bo Nickal names potential opponents following UFC 309 win over Paul Craig: 'They all pose interesting threats'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Bo Nickal has name-dropped potential opponents for him following his UFC 309 win. Nickal was in action back in November against seasoned veteran Paul Craig. While Nickal earned a unanimous decision victory, it was a tough crowd inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. Fans booed Nickal and chanted “overrated.”
Alexandre Pantoja shuts down bantamweight move ahead of UFC 310 title defense against Kai Asakura
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Alexandre Pantoja isn’t thinking about a move to the bantamweight division at the moment. Pantoja is the reigning UFC flyweight titleholder, but he had teased dabbling into the 135-pound division for a showdown with Sean O’Malley. At the time, O’Malley held the bantamweight championship.
UFC can't salvage Conor McGregor's image following sexual assault verdict, says MMA legend
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Conor McGregor has found himself in hot water, and the UFC may not be able to pull him out of it. A Dublin court recently found McGregor liable for sexual assault. The accusation dates back to 2018, and while the Irishman plans to appeal the verdict, many have already taken action. McGregor has seen his image scrapped from murals, video games, and even the Proper No. 12 Irish Whiskey brand, which he started.
Kai Asakura thinks UFC benefits if he defeats Alexandre Pantoja in UFC 310 title fight: 'I'm here to make it exciting'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 29, 2024
Kai Asakura believes capturing UFC gold would be best for business. There’s a reason why Asakura’s first bout under the UFC banner is for a title. The UFC could make a splash in the Japanese market with Asakura, who has proven to be a dangerous competitor as a RIZIN star. Asakura is aware of the potential value he’d bring if he can be as good as advertised against the UFC’s elite at 125 pounds.
Jon Anik suggests voting board for UFC Hall of Fame: 'Every case is unique'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 29, 2024
Jon Anik has a suggestion for how UFC Hall of Fame inductees are determined. As it stands now, there’s no publicly known criteria for earning the distinction. It’s led to some debates throughout the MMA community on who deserves to make it to the Hall. We’ve even seen Daniel Cormier explain why he wouldn’t have someone like Jim Miller get in.