UFC News
Kelvin Gastelum calls out Dricus du Plessis for title-eliminator bout at UFC 290: “What do you say”
Harry Kettle - April 18, 2023
Kelvin Gastelum has called out Dricus du Plessis for a middleweight title eliminator fight this summer at UFC 290. Following a poor 1-5 run, Kelvin Gastelum got back to winning ways earlier this month. He did so by defeating Chris Curtis in an absolute war, although some felt as if Curtis should’ve been the one to get the nod. Either way, Kelvin is back in the win column, and that’s all he could’ve asked for.
Robert Whittaker ready to “ruin a lot of other people's days” to get a third fight with Israel Adesanya
Harry Kettle - April 18, 2023
UFC fighter Robert Whittaker is ready to run through the middleweight division in order to get another fight with Israel Adesanya. Earlier this month, Israel Adesanya regained his UFC middleweight championship by knocking out Alex Pereira. In doing so, he avenged the defeat the suffered at the hands of the Brazilian back at UFC 281.
Gilbert Burns calls out Dustin Poirier for UFC 288, 'The Diamond' responds
Cole Shelton - April 17, 2023
Gilbert Burns is looking to face Dustin Poirier at UFC 288. After Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush was postponed, Dana White announced they would be making a new fight to serve as the co-main event of UFC 288. He also revealed the scrap would likely feature Gilbert Burns, and after that, ‘Durinho’ and Belal Muhammad began taking shots at each other on social media.
Beneil Dariush reveals frustrating conversation with the UFC over potential title shot: "I was about to flip a table"
Josh Evanoff - April 17, 2023
UFC lightweight contender Beneil Dariush is about ready to start a riot. He’s been out of the cage since his clash with Mateusz Gamrot last October at UFC 280. In that outing, Dariush secured an entertaining unanimous decision victory over ‘Gamer’. The win was the contender’s eighth in a row, having previously defeated names such as Tony Ferguson, Drew Dober, and more.
Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad go back and forth over potential UFC 288 co-main event: "Guy cannot make weight?"
Josh Evanoff - April 17, 2023
UFC 288 might have a co-main event, but that’s still far from official. The card is slated for next month and will be headlined by Aljamain Sterling’s title defense against the returning Henry Cejudo. While the main event is still slated for May, last week, the event took a big hit. Charles Oliveira was originally slated to face Beneil Dariush in the co-main event, but ‘Do Bronx’ pulled out due to injury.
Charles Oliveira details the injury that forced him out of next month’s UFC 288 co-main event
Josh Evanoff - April 17, 2023
Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira has revealed why he’s pulled out of UFC 288. ‘Do Bronx’ has been out of the cage since his clash with Islam Makhachev at UFC 280 last October. While the Brazilian wasn’t the champion heading into the contest, he was the division’s most recent titleholder. Last May, Oliveira was stripped of his lightweight gold for missing weight against Justin Gaethje.
Rob Font eyeing Boston clash against former champion Petr Yan: "That would be insane"
Josh Evanoff - April 17, 2023
UFC bantamweight contender Rob Font wants a former champion upon his return. The bantamweight has been out of the cage since his clash with Adrian Yanez at UFC 287 earlier this month. Heading into the contest, Font was riding a two-fight losing streak, having been defeated by Jose Aldo and Marlon Vera in recent octagon appearances. However, he ended his losing streak with a statement victory earlier this month.
UFC veteran Karl Roberson arrested and charged for allegedly stealing over $200k in jewelry
Cole Shelton - April 17, 2023
Karl Roberson, a 10-fight UFC veteran, has been charged in connection to a robbery in New Jersey. According to a press release from the Howell Township Police Department, Roberson was one of two men arrested following an investigation into a residential burglary. The report says Roberson and Dathan Thompson allegedly pried open a rear door and once inside, made their way to the master bedroom where they allegedly located and stole over $200,000 in exotic jewelry and valuables.
The Korean Zombie responds to challenge from Max Holloway
Susan Cox - April 17, 2023
The Korean Zombie has responded to the challenge from Max Holloway. Max Holloway (24-7 MMA) is hot off a unanimous decision win (49-46, 49-46, 48-47) over Arnold Allen (19-2 MMA) in the main event this past Saturday, April 15th at UFC Kansas City.
Brandon Royval to serve as back-up fighter for Brandon Moreno vs. Alexandre Pantoja title fight at UFC 290
Susan Cox - April 17, 2023
Brandon Royval will serve as back-up fighter for Brandon Moreno vs. Alexandre Pantoja title fight at UFC 290. UFC 290 takes place on Saturday July 8th at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Merab Dvalishvili under fire after performing “dangerous” high-rise social media stunt (Video)
Susan Cox - April 17, 2023
Merab Dvalishvili is coming under fire after performing a ‘dangerous’ high-rise social media stunt. Dvalishvili (16-4 MMA) is currently on an impressive 9 fight winning streak,his latest unanimous decision victory coming against Petr Yan (16-5 MMA) this past March at UFC Fight Night 221.
Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush and Josh Emmett vs. Ilia Topuria moved to upcoming UFC events
Harry Kettle - April 17, 2023
Charles Oliveira vs Beneil Dariush and Josh Emmett vs Ilia Topuria have both been moved to new dates. When you think fireworks in mixed martial arts, these are two bouts that come to mind. At lightweight, Oliveira vs Dariush is one of the most interesting styles match-ups you can make. Down at featherweight, Emmett and Topuria are two of the heaviest hitters you’re going to find.
Fans take aim at next month’s UFC 288 main card lineup: “Terrible card, they should honestly think about making it a free card”
Harry Kettle - April 17, 2023
MMA fans have reacted to the confirmation of UFC 288’s main card – and it’s safe to say that they aren’t happy. On May 6, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will return to pay-per-view once again. They’ll be doing so with an intriguing card, headlined by a UFC bantamweight championship collision.
UFC President Dana White provides update on Israel Adesanya’s next fight: “He'll fight again soon, probably by the end of summer”
Zain Bando - April 16, 2023
It looks as if the UFC is already planning for Israel Adesanya’s next title defense, just one week after his last outing. Coming off a second-round KO over Alex Pereira at UFC 287, the 33-year-old middleweight champion is looking to remain active in maintaining his schedule of an average of three fights per year.
Dana White gave Zak Cummings & Ed Herman bonuses following double retirement at UFC Kansas City: "I'm getting old and soft"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 16, 2023
UFC President Dana White was feeling the emotion from the big double retirement following the UFC Kansas City scrap between Zak Cummings and Ed Herman. Cummings and Herman collided on the preliminary portion of UFC Kansas City inside the T-Mobile Center. Going into the fight, Zak Cummings admitted that there was a good chance he’d hang up his gloves regardless of the result. Cummings ended up nabbing a unanimous decision victory and he made an emotional retirement speech.
Billy Quarantillo reacts following brutal knockout loss to Edson Barboza at UFC Kansas City
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 16, 2023
Billy Quarantillo was hoping to produce a highlight reel KO over Edson Barboza, but he ultimately was the one who was on the receiving end. Quarantillo and Barboza crossed paths in the co-main event of UFC Kansas City last night (April 15). Quarantillo was hoping to score a big win over Edson Barboza, but it wasn’t meant to be. In the opening frame, Barboza caught Quarantillo with a knee to the jaw and that’s all she wrote.
Dana White confirms UFC is looking to book the Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic heavyweight title fight for Madison Square Garden
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 16, 2023
UFC President Dana White knows what location and venue the UFC brass are targeting for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic. Jones recently got fight fans buzzing on social media when he teased having a retirement fight against Miocic inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. Following a UFC Fight Night event in Kansas City, White confirmed to reporters that MSG is the planned venue for Jones vs. Miocic, but it’s not a lock (h/t MMAJunkie).
Dana White reacts after Clay Guida faked retirement to get post-fight interview at UFC Kansas City: “That pissed me off”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 16, 2023
UFC President Dana White was none too pleased about Clay Guida faking his retirement following a unanimous decision loss to Rafa Garcia. Guida hung in tough during his UFC Kansas City showdown with Garcia. Ultimately, “The Carpenter” was being timed with ease and had no answer for his opponent’s jab. Garcia earned the unanimous decision victory and after the fight, Guida took off his gloves, suggesting that he was ready to announce his retirement. Even Garcia appeared to be emotional as he showed respect to Guida.