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Vitor Belfort challenges Jake Paul following TKO win over Evander Holyfield: "Stop running from me!"
Christopher Taylor - September 11, 2021
Former UFC champion Vitor Belfort returned to the square circle this evening for a heavyweight bout with boxing legend Evander Holyfield. Belfort (2-0 Boxing) was initially slated to square off with Oscar De La Hoya at tonight’s “Triller: Legends 2” event. However, ‘The Golden Boy’ was forced to withdraw from the contest due to injury. With that, 58-year-old Evander Holyfield stepped in on short-notice to fill the void.
Nick Diaz on his upcoming rematch with Robbie Lawler: “I’m going to be really unstoppable having made the right decisions”
Chris Taylor - September 11, 2021
Nick Diaz is set to make his long awaited return to the Octagon in a rematch with Robbie Lawler later this month at UFC 266. Diaz (26-9 MMA) last competed way back at UFC 183 in January of 2015, where he lost a unanimous decision to MMA legend Anderson Silva. The fight ruling was later overturned to a no-contest, this after both men tested positive for banned substances.
Evander Holyfield to decide if Vitor Belfort bout becomes an exhibition instead of pro fight, Triller CEO reveals
Cole Shelton - September 10, 2021
Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort may be an exhibition bout by the time the two-step into the boxing ring on Saturday. In the main event of Triller Fight Club Legends 2, Belfort was set to fight Oscar De La Hoya but after De La Hoya tested positive for COVID-19, Holyfield stepped in on short notice. When the fight was made, it was set to be a pro bout but that may change.
Mike Tyson to be in attendance for Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort, trilogy with Holyfield anticipated
Cole Shelton - September 10, 2021
Mike Tyson was linked to a match with Evander Holyfield earlier this year, and now Triller hopes to make the fight happen. Holyfield is set to return to the ring on Saturday in the main event of Triller Fight Club Legends 2 against Vitor Belfort. It’s an intriguing matchup and to add to the fight, Tyson will be in attendance for the bout and Triller hopes if Holyfield wins, they will make Tyson vs. Holyfield 3.
Robbie Lawler looking forward to "exciting" rematch against Nick Diaz at UFC 266
Adam D Martin - September 10, 2021
Former UFC welterweight champion Robbie Lawler says he is looking forward to an “exciting” rematch against his rival Nick Diaz at UFC 266. Lawler and Diaz meet in a five-round welterweight bout that takes place at UFC 266 on September 25. The two previously met back at UFC 47 in 2004, with Diaz KOing Lawler. It’s nearly 20 years later now and Lawler is the one who became the UFC champion, while Diaz has been out of the Octagon for the past decade. But despite Diaz not having fought since October 2011, it isn’t stopping fight fans from being really excited for this rematch.
Jamahal Hill admits elbow dislocation against Paul Craig was karma for "disrespecting the game"
Adam D Martin - September 10, 2021
UFC light heavyweight contender Jamahal Hill admitted his elbow dislocation against Paul Craig was karma for “disrespecting the game.” Hill suffered one of the most gruesome injuries in MMA this year when he had his arm twisted by Craig during their light heavyweight bout back at UFC 263 in June. While it appeared as though Hill had broken his arm at first, he was thankfully able to walk away with only his elbow being dislocated. Because it wasn’t a fracture, the doctors were able to fix the dislocated elbow, and now Hill returns in December when he takes on Jimmy Crute.
Daniel Cormier set to feature in spin-off series of Tom Hardy’s “Warrior”
Harry Kettle - September 10, 2021
Daniel Cormier has been cast in a spin-off series based on the mixed martial arts movie Warrior. Warrior was released back in 2011, featuring Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton as brothers competing in the same MMA tournament with millions of dollars on the line. Ironically, the news of Cormier being cast actually comes ten years to the day after it was first released in cinemas worldwide.
Video | UFC champion Jan Blachowicz attempts to conquer ‘Ninja Warrior’ in Poland
Harry Kettle - September 10, 2021
In his latest adventure, UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz recently attempted to conquer the Polish version of Ninja Warrior. The man who beat Dominick Reyes to claim the belt before being the first to beat Israel Adesanya is clearly enjoying life at the top of the mountain. From his increased star power to his legacy in mixed martial arts, it’s a good time to be Jan Blachowicz.
Jessica Andrade explains why she wasn’t upset over leaked nude photos
Christopher Taylor - September 9, 2021
Jessica Andrade explains why she wasn’t irate after nude photos from her OnlyFans account were leaked online and went viral. The former UFC women’s strawweight champion, Andrade (21-9 MMA), decided to create an OnlyFans account a few months ago at the advice of her wife, Fernanda Gomes. The goal was to raise extra income for their recent transition from Brazil to Las Vegas.
Jake Paul says Tommy Fury is most likely next after Tyron Woodley 'f****d up' rematch
Cole Shelton - September 9, 2021
Jake Paul has his eyes set on Tommy Fury next. After Paul earned a split decision victory over Tyron Woodley at the end of August, it appeared the two agreed to a rematch in the ring, but nothing has been finalized since. According to Paul, with Woodley not getting the tattoo, he says the rematch is likely off the table.
Anderson Silva tells Tito Ortiz if he doesn't make weight 'don't come fight'
Cole Shelton - September 9, 2021
Anderson Silva has made it clear if Tito Ortiz doesn’t make weight the fight is off. Ortiz has been vocal that he will have a hard time making the 195-pound weight limit for his boxing match against Silva. Right when the fight was made, Ortiz was mad that the Brazilian was making him cut all the extra weight and he has said he may not make it.
BJ Penn shares theory as to why Khabib Nurmagomedov would not fight Kamaru Usman
Adam D Martin - September 9, 2021
UFC legend BJ Penn shared his theory as to why former lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov would not fight welterweight kingpin Kamaru Usman. Penn was once considered the greatest lightweight in UFC history, but Nurmagomedov and his 29-0 MMA/13-0 UFC record has surpassed Penn in the eyes of many as the lightweight GOAT. Penn, however, recently shot back at that notion, saying that he believed Nurmagomedov walked away from his career too early. In addition, Penn also believes that Nurmagomedov did not challenge himself enough by moving to another weight class.
Jan Blachowicz no longer pursuing a fight against Jon Jones
Adam D Martin - September 9, 2021
UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz admitted that he is no longer pursuing a fight against former divisional kingpin Jon Jones. Blachowicz knocked out Corey Anderson last February at UFC Rio Rancho, and Jones himself was in attendance for that fight. At the time, Jones was the reigning and defending UFC light heavyweight champion, and it was widely expected that he would fight Blachowicz for the belt. However, Jones decided to instead vacate his belt and announce that he was moving up to the UFC heavyweight division, instead. That left the belt vacant and Blachowicz won it when he knocked out Dominick Reyes last year at UFC 253.
Dan Hooker claims that Tony Ferguson has gone rogue: “No one from the UFC can get a hold of him”
Adam D Martin - September 9, 2021
UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker claims that Tony Ferguson has gone rogue, suggesting that “No one from the UFC can get a hold of him.” Hooker is set to return to the Octagon later this month when he faces off against rising contender Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 266. How Hooker landed on Haqparast as his opponent was somewhat surprising, as “The Hangman” was calling out a number of the top-15 lightweights in the promotion before Haqparast was the one who finally got the phone call.
Derek Brunson reacts to reports that Darren Till had a torn ACL at UFC Vegas 36: “I'm used to people trying to minimize my wins”
Adam D Martin - September 9, 2021
Derek Brunson reacted to reports that Darren Till had a torn ACL at UFC Vegas 36, saying “I’m used to people trying to minimize my wins.” Brunson smashed Till this past Saturday night in the main event of UFC Vegas 36 en route to a third-round submission victory. It was Brunson’s fifth straight win inside the Octagon, and it pushed him closer to the top of the UFC middleweight division’s rankings. However, in the wake of his big win over Till, there are now reports emerging that the Brit was injured with a torn ACL heading into the fight. Instead of giving Brunson the credit that he deserves, there are now some fans who are suggesting the dominant win over Till had more to do with his opponent’s pre-existing injury rather than what Brunson did himself.
UFC Vegas 36 medical suspensions: Paddy Pimblett and Darren Till facing potential 6 month layoffs
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2021
The list of UFC Vegas 36 medical suspensions have been released with Paddy Pimblett and Darren Till being amongst those who could be out for up to six months. UFC Vegas 36 is officially in the books and throughout the card we saw a pretty fascinating mixture of results. From impressive debuts to competitive main card showdowns, this event had a little bit of something for everyone.
Jake Paul reveals he fought Tyron Woodley with a hyperextended elbow, says he didn't 'have it' on fight night
Cole Shelton - September 8, 2021
Jake Paul says he entered his fight against Tyron Woodley with an injury. Paul headline a Showtime pay-per-view on Sunday, August 29 in hometown of Cleveland, Ohio and he won a split decision. Many thought the brash YouTuber-turned-boxer would win, and many thought by KO. However, in the lead-up to the fight, Paul said just days before the fight, he hyperextended his elbow.
Dan Hardy scoffs at the idea of banning oblique kicks, claims fighters sign "death waiver" when competing
Christopher Taylor - September 8, 2021
Dan Hardy can’t believe that some fighters called for the banning of oblique kicks following Khalil Rountree’s TKO victory over Modestas Bukauskas. Rountree (9-5 MMA) squared off with Bukauskas (11-5 MMA) on the main card of last weekend’s UFC Vegas 36 event. The result was a second round TKO victory for ‘The War Horse’, who destroyed the knee of Modestas with a nasty oblique kick.