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Thiago Santos issues statement following loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC Vegas 50
Chris Taylor - March 13, 2022
Former light heavyweight title challenger Thiago Santos has issued a statement following his loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC Vegas 50. Santos (22-10 MMA) was looking to earn his second straight win when he took to the Octagon Saturday evening. ‘Marreta’ had most previously competed back in October, where he earned a unanimous decision victory over Johnny Walker.
Michael Bisping Lauds Colby Covington's Trash Talk: "I Think He Does A Great Job"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 13, 2022
Michael Bisping thinks Colby Covington is doing exactly what he needs to do in order to draw attention. Depending on who you ask, Colby has either gone too far with his trash talk or has salvaged his career thanks to revving up his mic skills. Any way you slice it, the UFC 170-pounder has generated far more buzz since he started going the controversial route.
Dustin Poirier Reacts To Colby Covington After "Cute" Callout Post-Fight At UFC 272
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 13, 2022
Dustin Poirier has some more words to share in response to Colby Covington’s callout. Covington took care of business on March 5. In the UFC 272 headliner, Covington took on his former friend and training partner Jorge Masvidal. Covington had a couple of shaky moments but for the most part, his pressure and grappling were too much for “Gamebred” to handle.
Magomed Ankalaev Dismisses Fight With Anthony Smith Following UFC Vegas 50 Win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 13, 2022
Magomed Ankalaev no longer has interest in a clash with Anthony Smith. Ankalaev took center stage in the main event of UFC Vegas 50. He shared the Octagon with Thiago Santos. Ankalaev emerged victorious via unanimous decision. He feels a UFC Light Heavyweight Title shot is in order.
Conor McGregor and Paulie Malignaggi reignite rivalry following comments from Jake Paul: “I left you like a little seesaw”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 13, 2022
It’s 2022 and there’s still a feud going on between Conor McGregor and Paulie Malignaggi. Let’s turn back the clock to 2017. As the first-ever UFC “Champ-Champ” McGregor was at his peak inside the Octagon. He was fresh off an Aug. 2016 victory over Nate Diaz in their stellar rematch. The “Notorious” one went to heights no one in the UFC and MMA period aside from Ronda Rousey had seen before.
Chael Sonnen says the BMF title is gone for good: “It’s never being contested again for multiple reasons”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 13, 2022
Chael Sonnen is convinced that the BMF Championship is being locked away for good. Back in Nov. 2019, Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz headlined UFC 244 inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. The welterweight clash was contested for the one-time-only BMF Championship. Masvidal won the fight via third-round TKO due to doctor’s stoppage.
UFC Vegas 50 Bonus Report: Song Yadong one of four 'POTN' winners
Chris Taylor - March 12, 2022
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 50 event, a fourteen-bout fight card headlined by Thiago Santos vs. Magomed Ankalaev. The highly anticipated light heavyweight main event went the distance. Although Thiago Santos scored a knockdown in round two, it was the forward pressure and late wrestling of Magomed Ankalaev that proved to the difference. After five-rounds of battle the Russian standout who got his hand raised by way of unanimous decision.
Pros react after Magomed Ankalaev defeats Thiago Santos at UFC Vegas 50
Chris Taylor - March 12, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 50 event was headlined by a light heavyweight contest featuring Thiago Santos taking on Magomed Ankalaev. Santos (22-10 MMA), a former light heavyweight title challenger, was looking to earn his second straight win when he took to the Octagon this evening. ‘Marreta’ had last competed back in October, where he earned a unanimous decision victory over Johnny Walker.
UFC Vegas 50 Results: Song Yadong KO's Marlon Moraes (Video)
Chris Taylor - March 12, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 50 event is co-headlined by a men’s bantamweight matchup featuring Marlon Moraes taking on Song Yadong. Moraes (23-10-1 MMA) will be hoping to snap a three-fight losing skid this evening in Las Vegas. ‘Magic’ has suffered TKO losses at the hands of Merab Dvalishvili, Rob Font and Cory Sandhagen in his three most recent Octagon appearances.
UFC Vegas 50 Results: Drew Dober TKO's Terrance McKinney (Video)
Chris Taylor - March 12, 2022
A lightweight fight between Drew Dober and Terrance McKinney takes place on tonight’s UFC Vegas 50 main card. Dober (24-11 MMA) enters tonight’s contest looking to snap a two-fight losing skid. The lightweight veteran suffered a unanimous decision loss to Brad Riddell in his most previous Octagon appearance at UFC 263.
UFC Vegas 50 Results: Alex Pereira defeats Bruno Silva (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 12, 2022
A middleweight contest featuring Alex Pereira taking on Bruno Silva kicks off tonight’s UFC Vegas 50 main card. Pereira (4-1 MMA) made his highly anticipated Octagon debut back at November’s UFC 268 event, where he scored a sensational knockout victory over Andreas Michailidis (see that here). ‘Po Atan’, 34, is now set to take on Bruno Silva in his sophomore UFC appearance this evening.
UFC Vegas 50: 'Santos vs. Ankalaev' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - March 12, 2022
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 50 event, a fourteen-bout fight card headlined by Thiago Santos vs. Magomed Ankalaev. Santos (22-9 MMA), a former light heavyweight title challenger, will be looking to earn his second straight win when he takes to the Octagon this evening. ‘Marreta’ last competed back in October, where he earned a unanimous decision victory over Johnny Walker.
Dustin Jacoby eyes Ryan Spann at International Fight Week after UFC 272 win
Cole Shelton - March 11, 2022
Dustin Jacoby is happy he overcame adversity to beat Michal Oleksiejczuk at UFC 272. Jacoby entered the fight with a foot injury that limited him throwing kicks, and he says for the first time in his career he thought about pulling out. However, he decided to take the fight and after landing a kick early, he realized he wouldn’t be able to throw another one for the rest of the fight.
Jake Paul mocks Conor McGregor training clip, says he KO's 'The Notorious' in boxing or MMA
Josh Evanoff - March 11, 2022
Jake Paul has continued mocking Conor McGregor, this time taking a shot at recent training footage of ‘The Notorious’. The YouTuber-turned-boxer is coming off a knockout win over Tyron Woodley in December. Following the victory, he once again decided to call out Conor McGregor. He’s previously called for a fight with the Irish superstar on many occasions.
Henry Cejudo believes he'll never fight again because he upset Dana White: "I talked too much s*it"
Josh Evanoff - March 11, 2022
Despite his recent talk of coming out of retirement, Henry Cejudo doesn’t think he’ll get the chance to compete again. The former UFC dual-weight champion retired following a win over Dominick Cruz at UFC 249. However, almost immediately following the victory, he began discussing a comeback. He’s been angling for a fight with Alexander Volkanovski at featherweight for the past few months. However, he’s been shot down by Dana White every time the bout is brought up.
Chael Sonnen explains why Colby Covington should be next for Israel Adesanya
Cole Shelton - March 11, 2022
Chael Sonnen believes Israel Adesanya’s next opponent will be Colby Covington. Adesanya has cleared out most of the middleweight division and although Jared Cannonier appears to be next for the title shot, Sonnen thinks Covington makes sense. ‘Chaos’ is 0-2 against Kamaru Usman and won’t get a welterweight title shot anytime soon, but he is a big name and would be a test for Adesanya.
Kevin Lee rips NSAC over "ridiculous" suspension for Adderall, believes it played a role in his UFC release
Cole Shelton - March 11, 2022
Kevin Lee doesn’t understand why the Nevada State Athletic Commission suspended him for using Adderall. Lee did not apply for an exemption to use the drug, which he regrets, but he believes it shouldn’t even be prohibited. It is a drug that is prescribed by doctors and something he needs for his ADHD. Along with getting suspended, he had to pay a fine which he says is ridiculous.
Michael Chandler says Islam Makhachev still has work to do before staking claim to a title shot: “Beating Bobby Green doesn’t get you a title shot”
Susan Cox - March 11, 2022
In speaking on the YouTube podcast ‘The Schmo and The Pro’, Michael Chandler weighed in on Islam Makhachev getting a title shot in the UFC. Michael Chandler (22-7 MMA) last fought back in November 2021 at UFC 268 where he suffered defeat at the hands of Justin Gaethje (23-3 MMA). ‘Iron’ is now scheduled to fight Tony Ferguson (26-6 MMA) in a much anticipated bout at UFC 274 on May 7, 2022, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona.