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Former WWE superstar doubles down on potential MMA run thanks to UFC champion Jon Jones
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 28, 2024
One former WWE star continues to ponder a possible future in MMA after training with Jon Jones. Jones recently defeated Stipe Miocic to successfully defend his UFC Heavyweight Championship. Ahead of the Madison Square Garden showdown, Gable Steveson was welcomed into Jones’ camp for fight preparations. Steveson even ate a knee during his time with “Bones.”
Robert Whittaker promises to surprise fans with new fight style after Khamzat Chimaev loss
Harry Kettle - November 28, 2024
UFC star Robert Whittaker has promised a new fight style for himself in the wake of his recent loss to Khamzat Chimaev. As we know, Robert Whittaker is a big fan favorite in the world of mixed martial arts. He has achieved some great things in the sport, most notably becoming UFC middleweight champion. While he’s experienced some setbacks in recent years, including a nasty loss to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308, that hasn’t stopped him from dusting himself off and going again.
Khabib Nurmagomedov says UFC rival Conor McGregor "deserves punishment" after court ruling
BJ Penn Staff - November 27, 2024
Khabib Nurmagomedov has finally reacted to the recent Conor McGregor drama. For much of this month, McGregor was embroiled in a highly publicized civil trial stemming from an 2018 incident at a Dublin hotel, during which he was alleged to have sexually assaulted a woman named Nikita Hand. On Nov. 22, a jury in Dublin’s High Court ruled McGregor was civically liable for assault, and he was ordered to pay just shy of $260,000 in damages to Hand.
Merab Dvalishvili claims Umar Nurmagomedov is not on his "level," tells him to "earn" his title shot: "He has beat who?"
Cole Shelton - November 27, 2024
Merab Dvalishvili continues to take aim at Umar Nurmagomedov saying he doesn’t deserve a title shot. Dvalishvili is looking to get his first title defense of his bantamweight belt booked. With nothing made official, the champion took to social media to send a message to the division and took aim at Nurmagomedov.
Michael Chandler claims he beats Charles Oliveira 9 times out of 10, despite two losses
Cole Shelton - November 27, 2024
Michael Chandler thinks he is a better fighter than Charles Oliveira. Chandler suffered a decision loss to Oliveira at UFC 309, in a rematch of their 2021 fight which the Brazilian won by TKO. Despite being 0-2 against Oliveira, Michael Chandler claims he beats the Brazilian 9 times out of 10.
Familiar name wants rematch with Petr Yan following UFC Macau win over Deiveson Figueiredo
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 27, 2024
Following UFC Macau, Petr Yan has a familiar name who is looking to run it back. Yan was back in action this past Saturday in a headlining spot. He took on fellow ex-UFC champion Deiveson Figueiredo in a pivotal bantamweight contest. The bout went to the final horn at the end of round five, and Yan was awarded the unanimous decision victory.
Bo Nickal vows to take down all future UFC opponents: “There’s really no other guys like Paul Craig”
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2024
Bo Nickal has vowed to take down all of his future UFC opponents following his recent clash with Paul Craig. For the last few years, Bo Nickal has been seen as the next big thing in mixed martial arts. Since arriving in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, he has been able to put on a string of impressive performances to further bolster that claim. Most recently, he went up against – and defeated – veteran Paul Craig.
Daniel Cormier shares his bantamweight wishlist, including Sean O’Malley vs. Henry Cejudo
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has shared his wishlist for bantamweight, including Sean O’Malley vs Henry Cejudo. Ever since he lost the UFC bantamweight championship, we haven’t heard much regarding the future of Sean O’Malley. Some believe he should get an immediate rematch against Merab Dvalishvili, whereas others disagree. Right now, it seems more likely that Petr Yan or Umar Nurmagomedov will receive such an opportunity.
Conor McGregor's fiancee sends scathing message to rape accuser: "What sort of woman are you?"
Cole Shelton - November 26, 2024
Dee Devlin, the fiancee of Conor McGregor, has issued a scathing statement following her partner’s sexual assault trial. McGregor was recently found liable for a 2018 sexual assault of a woman at a Dublin hotel. The UFC star was ordered to pay approximately $260,000 in damages to the victim, Nikita Hand.
Paddy Pimblett opens up on future fight against UFC champion Islam Makhachev: "Obviously I think I'd beat him"
Josh Evanoff - November 26, 2024
Paddy Pimblett believes he can defeat UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. ‘The Baddy’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since a trip to Manchester in July. On the UFC 304 main card, Paddy Pimblett faced off with longtime lightweight contender Bobby Green. Heading into the contest, ‘King’ was seen as the biggest test of the Brit’s career. For his part, Green was fresh off a dominant win over Jim Miller in April at UFC 300.
Wang Cong releases statement following historic upset loss at UFC Macau: "I still believe I'm the one"
Josh Evanoff - November 26, 2024
UFC women’s flyweight contender Wang Cong has released a statement following her recent loss. ‘The Joker’ returned to the cage on the main card of UFC Macau on Saturday night. Just a few months removed from her stunning knockout win over Victoria Leonardo in August, Wang Cong met Gabriella Fernandes. ‘Gabi’ entered the cage fresh off a split-decision victory over Carli Judice earlier this year.
Proper No. 12 drops Conor McGregor from branding following sexual assault ruling
Cole Shelton - November 26, 2024
Proper No. 12 Irish Whiskey has dropped Conor McGregor from branding following a sexual assault ruling. McGregor was part of Proper No. 12 since its launch in 2018, but the company dropped the Irishman from its branding, according to a report from the Irish Independent.
Jiri Prochazka fires shots at Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 311
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka is tired of hearing shade from Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev. Prochazka and Hill are set to collide in a battle of former world champions at UFC 311 on January 18th. Both men are coming off losses to Alex Pereira and are hoping to get back on the winning track. It’s a pivotal fight in the light heavyweight division, as the winner could find himself in yet another title fight depending on what the champion Alex Pereira’s next fight is and what the outcome will be.
Robert Whittaker provides shocking update on his bottom teeth following UFC 308 loss to Khamzat Chimaev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 26, 2024
Robert Whittaker has given an update on his bottom teeth following UFC 308, and it sounds like a dental nightmare. Whittaker was in action against Khamzat Chimaev back in October. This was a highly anticipated middleweight clash that had an emphatic finish. Chimaev took Whittaker down in the opening frame and forced him to tap out immediately from a face crank. As it turns out, Whittaker had intense pain from his bottom teeth.
Fight fans scold Conor McGregor following latest post on Instagram
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 26, 2024
Fans continue to rip Conor McGregor on social media following a recent court ruling. McGregor was found liable in a sexual assault verdict in Dublin. While the “Notorious” one admitted to infidelity, he insists that his time with the accuser, Nikita Hand, was consensual.
Paddy Pimblett recalls the time Conor McGregor erupted after watching one of his idols lose in UFC: “I’ll never forget him kicking the wall in this hotel”
Harry Kettle - November 26, 2024
Paddy Pimblett has shared a story of Conor McGregor as fans continue to speculate over the future of the Irishman. Right now, Conor McGregor’s reputation is falling apart. After being found liable in his sexual assault case in Ireland, many former fans of his are starting to distance themselves from the former two-weight UFC champion. At the same time, some still wonder whether or not he’ll ever step foot back into the Octagon.
Jon Jones explains why he’s picking Jamahal Hill to defeat Jiri Prochazka at UFC 311: “I’m a big fan of basic techniques”
Harry Kettle - November 26, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has explained why he’s picking Jamahal Hill to defeat Jiri Prochazka at UFC 311. For Jamahal Hill, his upcoming fight against Jiri Prochazka is going to be really important. The former UFC light heavyweight champion wants to prove he still belongs at the top of the division in the wake of his one-sided defeat at the hands of Alex Pereira in the main event of UFC 300. Of course, given how stacked things are looking at 205 pounds, that’ll be easier said than done.
Wladimir Klitschko accuses Joe Rogan of spreading "Russian propaganda"
Harry Kettle - November 25, 2024
Former heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko has accused Joe Rogan of spreading Russian propaganda. Over the years, Joe Rogan has rarely been afraid to express his opinion. No matter what the subject is, he’s often more than happy to speak about it – usually through his podcast. As a result of his association with the UFC and Donald Trump, it also seems as if he’s been gradually getting more interested in political matters too.