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Gilbert Burns explains why he has “nothing against” Colby Covington following “weird” conversation at a Casino in Florida
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2023
Gilbert Burns has given his thoughts on divisional rival Colby Covington following a recent interaction down in Florida. In the wake of his win over Neil Magny, Gilbert Burns is ready to make another run for the title. Ever since coming up short against Kamaru Usman, he’s been dying to get back in the picture.
Former UFC employees explain how Dana White avoided slap sanctions: “He’s convinced Ari that he has the secret sauce”
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2023
Former UFC employees have detailed how UFC president Dana White got away without punishment for his New Year’s Eve incident. Ever since footage was released of Dana White striking his wife, there’s been an outcry from the MMA community. While some feel as if it didn’t warrant any kind of repercussions, others believe Dana needs to be reprimanded.
Johnny Walker has lofty dreams involving UFC gold following UFC 283 victory
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 22, 2023
Johnny Walker is shooting for the stars following his UFC 283 win over Paul Craig. Walker and Craig shared the Octagon in the main card opener for UFC 283 this past Saturday night. Craig was hoping to rebound following a unanimous decision loss to Volkan Oezdemir, but Walker wasn’t interested in that plan. Instead, Walker has been trying to get back to his winning ways and has now made it two victories in a row. He stopped Craig via first-round TKO.
Brandon Moreno reacts after Brazilian fans pepper him with drinks following his title win at UFC 283
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 22, 2023
Newly minted UFC Flyweight Champion Brandon Moreno has responded to fans trying to pelt him with garbage following his third-round TKO victory over Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 283. Moreno and Figueiredo shared the Octagon for the fourth time at UFC 283 this past Saturday night. Moreno landed a hook that badly swelled Figueiredo’s eye. The Octagon-side doctor took a look at the eye and determined that Figueiredo should not continue, and the fight was stopped before the fourth round could begin.
Jiri Prochazka sends video message to Jamahal Hill following his title-earning win at UFC 283
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 22, 2023
Jiri Prochazka has reacted to Jamahal Hill’s UFC Light Heavyweight Championship win. This past Saturday night, Hill competed against Glover Teixeira for the vacant 205-pound gold. Hill turned in a one-sided performance that earned him the unanimous decision victory and a piece of UFC hardware for the first time in his pro MMA career.
UFC 283 Bonus Report: Ismael Bonfim one of four fighters to take home an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
The Octagon returned to Rio de Janeiro for tonight’s UFC 283 event, a 15-bout fight card headlined by Glover Teixeira vs. Jamahal Hill. Tonight’s highly anticipated light heavyweight title fight proved to be a coming out party for Jamahal Hill. ‘Sweet Dreams’ was able to dominate the former title holder for the majority of their twenty-five-minute affair, battering Glover Teixeira with big punches, kicks and knees. After five rounds of grueling action, Hill was awarded the unanimous decision victory.
Pros react after Jamahal Hill defeats Glover Teixeira at UFC 283
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 283 was headlined by a fight between Glover Teixeira and Jamahal Hill for the promotions vacant light heavyweight title. Teixeira (33-9 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since losing the 205lbs strap to Jiri Prochazka at UFC 275 in June of 2022. Prior to that setback, the 43-year-old veteran had put together a six-fight winning streak.
UFC 283 Results: Jamahal Hill defeats Glover Teixeira (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 283 is headlined by a fight between Glover Teixeira and Jamahal Hill for the promotions vacant light heavyweight title. Teixeira (33-8 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since losing the 205lbs strap to Jiri Prochazka at UFC 275 in June of 2022. That setback had snapped a six-fight winning streak for the 43-year-old veteran.
UFC 283 Results: Brandon Moreno defeats Deiveson Figueiredo (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 283 event is co-headlined by a flyweight title fight featuring Deiveson Figueiredo taking on Brandon Moreno. The bout will mark the fourth consecutive time that Figueiredo and Moreno have collided inside of the Octagon. The pair have gone 1-1-1 over their past three battles, with ‘The God of War‘ winning their most recent collision by unanimous decision.
Pros react after Gilbert Burns subs Neil Magny at UFC 283
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 283 main card features a key welterweight battle between Gilbert Burns and Neil Magny. Burns (21-5 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since dropping a decision to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273. Prior to that setback, ‘Durinho’ was coming off a unanimous decision victory over Stephen Thompson.
UFC 283 Results: Gilbert Burns stops Neil Magny in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 283 main card features a key welterweight battle between Gilbert Burns and Neil Magny. Burns (20-5 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since dropping a decision to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273. Prior to that setback, ‘Durinho’ was coming off a unanimous decision victory over Stephen Thompson.
Pros react after Johnny Walker TKO's Paul Craig at UFC 283
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
A light heavyweight bout between Paul Craig and Johnny Walker kicked off tonight’s UFC 283 main card lineup from Rio de Janeiro. Craig (16-6-1 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a decision loss to Volkan Oezdemir in his most recent effort last July. Prior to that setback, ‘Bearjew’ had put together a four-fight winning streak, scoring stoppage victories over Gadzhimurad Antigulov, Shogun Rua, Jamahal Hill and Nikita Krylov.
UFC 283 Results: Ihor Potieria stops Shogun Rua in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
A light heavyweight contest between Ihor Potieria and Mauricio ‘Shogun’ Rua served as the featured prelim of tonight’s UFC 283 event. Rua (27-13-1 MMA) will enter his final mixed martial arts fight looking to rebound, this after suffering losses to Ovince Saint Preux and Paul Craig in his most recent efforts. ‘Shogun’ earned his most recent win in July of 2020, when he defeated Antonio Rogerio Nogueira by split decision.
UFC 283: ‘Teixeira vs. Hill’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - January 21, 2023
The Octagon returns to Rio de Janeiro for tonight’s UFC 283 event, a 15-bout fight card headlined by Glover Teixeira vs. Jamahal Hill. Teixeira (33-8 MMA) and Hill (11-1 MMA) will collide for the promotions currently vacant light heavyweight world title.
Cody Stamann says he'll need a "private escort" out of Brazil after UFC 283: "I'm f*****g flipping these guys off and throwing their beer cans back at them"
Cole Shelton - January 20, 2023
Cody Stamann is ready to be in hostile territory on Saturday. Stamann is set to take on UFC newcomer, Luan Lacerda at UFC 283 in Brazil as Lacerda gets to make his debut at home. Although Stamann has never fought in Brazil, he did corner his teammate Daron Cruickshank and is familiar with the Brazilian fans chanting ‘Uh vai morrer’ which translates to ‘You Will Die.’
Sean O’Malley explains why Khamzat Chimaev’s rumored move to middleweight would be the “smartest f**king career move”
Susan Cox - January 20, 2023
Sean O’Malley is explaining why Khamzat Chimaev’s rumored move to middleweight would be the ‘smartest f**king career move’. Khamzat Chimaev (12-0 MMA) last fought in September of 2022 at UFC 279 where he defeated Kevin Holland (23-9 MMA) by submission. Originally the Swedish-born fighter was supposed to fight Nate Diaz (21-13 MMA) at UFC 279, but missed weight by a whopping 7.5 pounds.
UFC 283: ‘Teixeira vs. Hill’ Weigh-In Results
Susan Cox - January 20, 2023
UFC 283 takes place tomorrow, Saturday January 21, 2023, at the Jeunesse Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In the main event, it will be former light heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira (33-8 MMA) vs. Jamahal Hill (11-1 MMA) battling it out for the vacant title.
Conor McGregor reacts to debut of Dana White's Power Slap League: "I could potentially be the Joe Rogan of Power Slap"
Josh Evanoff - January 20, 2023
Former UFC dual-weight champion Conor McGregor has reacted to the premiere of Dana White’s Power Slap League. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier in July 2021. In that outing, the Irishman lost via first-round TKO after breaking his leg in the final moments of the frame. As a result of the injury, he’s been out of action for well over a year.