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Dustin Poirier

Dustin Poirier shares prediction for upcoming Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight: “He’s just too hittable”

Josh Evanoff - February 6, 2023

UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier is leaning toward Conor McGregor to defeat Michael Chandler. Late last week, Dana White announced that ‘The Notorious’ and ‘Iron’ would coach the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. The show is slated to begin broadcasting in May, with a clash later this year yet to be announced. While the date isn’t known, Ariel Helwani has previously reported the bout will take place at welterweight.

Chris Weidman
UFC

Chris Weidman reflects on road to recovery after suffering leg break against Uriah Hall: "I don't even think about quitting"

Josh Evanoff - February 6, 2023

Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman has been through a lot over the last two years. At UFC 261 in April 2021, the former titleholder faced Uriah Hall. Sadly, just seconds into the contest, ‘Prime Time’ checked a kick that broke Weidman’s leg. As a result, the fight was called off, and Hall became the first fighter in promotional history to win without throwing a strike.

Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler

Michael Chandler believes he'll be one fight away from a title shot after he finishes Conor McGregor: "This is a pit stop out of the path to the title"

Cole Shelton - February 6, 2023

Michael Chandler says his fight against Conor McGregor is a detour en route to the title. Chandler is set to coach TUF opposite McGregor which will lead to the two fighting later this year. It’s a massive scrap and one that Chandler is confident he will win by second-round KO.

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Opening odds released for Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler UFC fight

Susan Cox - February 6, 2023

The opening odds have been released for the upcoming Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler UFC fight. Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) and Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) are set to coach ‘The Ultimate Fighter 31’ according to UFC President, Dana White who made the announcement this past Saturday, February 4th.

Jorge Masvidal, Mike Brown
Jorge Masvidal

Jorge Masvidal announces Gamebred Boxing 4 that includes Anthony Pettis vs. Roy Jones Jr., also features Jose Aldo, Jacare Souza, and Paul Daley

Cole Shelton - February 6, 2023

Jorge Masvidal is promoting Gamebred Boxing 4 and he has stacked the card. Masvidal has been promoting events like Gamebred FC and iKON and is now getting into the boxing game. His event will go down on April 1 in Milwaukee and the main event will see Roy Jones Jr. box Anthony Pettis, Masvidal announced on The MMA Hour.

Conor McGregor
UFC

USADA releases statement regarding the eligibility of Conor McGregor to resume competition

Susan Cox - February 6, 2023

The USADA has released a statement regarding the eligibility of Conor McGregor to resume competition. It was announced by UFC President, Dana White that former champion Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) would return to coach ‘The Ultimate Fighter ‘ against Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) in May of this year.

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Fedor Emelianenko

Dana White reacts after Fedor Emelianenko suffers first-round TKO loss in retirement fight: “He probably should’ve hung it up a few years ago”

Susan Cox - February 6, 2023

Dana White is reacting after Fedor Emelianenko suffered a first-found TKO loss in his retirement fight. The Bellator 290 main event took place this past Saturday, February 4th at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California.

Serghei Spivac, Derrick Lewis
Sergei Spivac

What's next for Serghei Spivac and Derrick Lewis after UFC Vegas 68?

Cole Shelton - February 6, 2023

In the main event of UFC Vegas 68, a heavyweight bout headlined the card as Serghei Spivac took on Derrick Lewis. Spivac and Lewis were supposed to fight back in November but on the day of the event, the scrap was pulled due to Lewis having an illness, which he later revealed was COVID-19. Spivac was entering the fight coming off back-to-back TKO wins over Augusto Sakai and Greg Hardy. Lewis, meanwhile, was on a two-fight losing skid having been knocked out by Serghei Pavlovich and Tai Tuivasa.

Renato Moicano
Tony Ferguson

Renato Moicano calls out Tony Ferguson following Chandler vs. McGregor booking: “I’m reconsidering about my political views of death penalty’s”

Harry Kettle - February 6, 2023

UFC fighter Renato Moicano has called for a fight against Tony Ferguson after Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler was confirmed. Last week, the UFC announced that Conor McGregor will fight Michael Chandler after the two serve as coaches on the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. Tony Ferguson, of course, was previously listed as the most likely opponent for Conor, but it wasn’t meant to be.

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Michael Chandler

Conor McGregor laughs off Michael Chandler’s prediction for their upcoming UFC fight

Harry Kettle - February 6, 2023

Conor McGregor has laughed off the prediction Michael Chandler has given for their upcoming UFC fight. After months of speculation, the return of Conor McGregor was finally confirmed last week. He will coach on the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter alongside Michael Chandler.

Derrick Lewis
Derrick Lewis

Dana White sticks up for Derrick Lewis as slump continues at UFC Vegas 68: "I love the guy"

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 5, 2023

UFC President Dana White isn’t close to even considering the possibility of Derrick Lewis being cut from the UFC roster. Lewis shared the Octagon with Sergey Spivak in the main event of UFC Vegas 68. “The Black Beast” was submitted in the opening frame. This is Lewis’ third straight loss. He hasn’t earned a victory since late 2021. He’s also been stopped in all of his three straight defeats.

Conor McGregor
Michael Chandler

Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor fight to be contested at welterweight

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 5, 2023

Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor will be throwing leather this year, and the fight will be contested at 170 pounds. Taking to social media, UFC President Dana White recently announced that McGregor and Chandler will serve as opposing coaches on season 31 of “The Ultimate Fighter.” The two will collide inside the Octagon on a date that will be announced in the future.

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UFC

UFC commentator Laura Sanko responds to gross rumors about special treatment

Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 5, 2023

Following her historic UFC commentary debut, Laura Sanko addressed gross rumors about her. Sanko became the first female in the modern era to serve as a commentator for a UFC card. Sanko joined the broadcast team alongside Michael Bisping and John Gooden for UFC Vegas 68. The event was headlined by a heavyweight tilt between Sergey Spivak and Derrick Lewis. Spivak picked up the victory via first-round submission.

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Sergei Spivac

Pros react after Sergey Spivak stops Derrick Lewis at UFC Vegas 68

Chris Taylor - February 5, 2023

Tonight’s UFC Vegas 68 event was headlined by a heavyweight contest featuring Derrick Lewis taking on Sergey Spivak. Lewis (26-11 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering back-to-back knockout losses to Sergei Pavlovich and Tai Tuivasa in his previous efforts. ‘The Black Beast’ had gone just 2-3 over his past five fight overall, scoring stoppage wins over Curtis Blaydes and Chris Daukaus during that stretch.

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Sergei Spivac

UFC Vegas 68 Results: Sergey Spivak stops Derrick Lewis in Round 1 (Video)

Chris Taylor - February 5, 2023

Tonight’s UFC Vegs 68 event is headlined by a heavyweight matchup featuring Derrick Lewis taking on Sergey Spivak. Lewis (26-10 MMA) enters the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering back-to-back knockout losses to Sergei Pavlovich and Tai Tuivasa in his most previous efforts. ‘The Black Beast’ had gone just 2-3 over his past five fight overall, scoring stoppage wins over Curtis Blaydes and Chris Daukaus during that stretch.

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Jung Da-un

UFC Vegas 68 Results: Devin Clark defeats Jung Da-un

Chris Taylor - February 5, 2023

Tonight’s UFC Vegas 68 event is co-headlined by a light heavyweight contest featuring Devin Clark taking on Jung Da-un. Clark (14-7 MMA) will enter the bout looking to rebound, this after suffering a TKO loss to Azamat Murzakanov in his most recent effort last August. Prior to suffering that loss, ‘Brown Bear’ was coming off a TKO victory over William Knight.

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Kyle Nelson

UFC Vegas 68 Results: Doo Ho Choi vs. Kyle Nelson ruled a majority draw

Chris Taylor - February 4, 2023

Tonight’s UFC Vegas 68 main card features the return of fan favorite Doo Ho Choi, aka. The Korean Superboy. Choi (14-4 MMA) has not competed inside the Octagon since suffering a TKO loss to Charles Jourdain in December of 2019. That loss had marked his third in a row, as he previously suffered setbacks to Jeremy Stephens and Cub Swanson respectively.

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Doo Ho Choi

UFC Vegas 68: 'Lewis vs. Spivac' Live Results and Highlights

Chris Taylor - February 4, 2023

The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 68 event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Derrick Lewis vs. Sergey Spivak. Lewis (26-10 MMA) enters the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering back-to-back knockout losses to Sergei Pavlovich and Tai Tuivasa in his most previous efforts. ‘The Black Beast’ had gone just 2-3 over his past five fight overall, scoring stoppage wins over Curtis Blaydes and Chris Daukaus during that stretch.