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Mike Perry issues statement denying abuse of ex-wife: "I did not put my hands on my ex"
Adam Martin - October 19, 2020
UFC welterweight Mike Perry has issued a statement denying abuse of his ex-wife, saying that “I did not put my hands on my ex.” Perry was previously in a relationship with Danielle Nickerson (aka “The Platinum Princess), who has hinted at signs of an abusive relationship in several social media posts. According to Perry in his statement, a media outlet will be running a story detailing Perry’s abuse towards Nickerson. Looking to get ahead of the upcoming story, Perry released a statement on his social media vehemently denying any allegations of abuse.
Conor McGregor claims he was up two rounds before being stopped by Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2020
Conor McGregor believes he was beating Khabib Nurmagomedov before he got submitted at UFC 229. In the main event of the card, McGregor was making his long-awaited and highly-anticipated return to the sport against Nurmagomedov who was looking for his first title defense.
Justin Gaethje plans to “ruin Dana White's day" by beating Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2020
Justin Gaethje is looking to ruin Dana White and Ali Abdelaziz’s plans and day by beating Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254. In the lead up to UFC 254, Nurmagomedov revealed Dana White and Abdelaziz told him they had something special for him if he beats Gaethje at UFC 254. So, for “The Highlight” he says he wants to ruin all their plans by pulling off the upset and beating Nurmagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov slams Michael Chandler: "He's not a high-level championship fighter"
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2020
Khabib Nurmagomedov is not impressed with the newly signed UFC lightweight, Michael Chandler. Following Chandler’s knockout win over Benson Henderson under the Bellator banner, he became a free agent. Shortly thereafter, he signed with the UFC and it was announced he would be the backup fighter for the lightweight title fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje.
What's next for Brian Ortega and Korean Zombie after UFC Fight Island 6?
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2020
In the main event of UFC Fight Island 6, Brian Ortega was returning after nearly two years away to battle Chan Sung Jung aka Korean Zombie. UFC president, Dana White said the winner would be getting the next title shot and it was Ortega getting the job done. “T-City” dominated the fight from start to finish and even dropped Zombie twice.
Joaquin Buckley says Donald Trump called Dana White about viral KO, adds he still works at Walgreens
Adam Martin - October 19, 2020
UFC middleweight Joaquin Buckley says U.S. President Donald Trump called Dana White after his viral KO, adding he still works at Walgreens. Buckley knocked out Impa Kasanganay in stunning fashion at UFC Fight Island 5 with a spinning back kick right to the dome. Buckley’s knockout went viral, with celebrities such as Kanye West giving him a shoutout on social media. The knockout also earned Buckley his first official UFC victory and gave him a much-needed $50,000 bonus award.
Joanna Jedrzejczyk lays out timeframe, terms for UFC return
Tom Taylor - October 19, 2020
Former UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk has shared the timeframe for her return to the Octagon—and the likely terms for that return. Jedrzejczyk, one of the best female fighters of all time, has not fought since March, when she came up short to reigning UFC strawweight champion Weili Zhang in one of the best fights of all time.
Brian Ortega breaks down potential matchup with Alexander Volkanovski
Tom Taylor - October 19, 2020
Brian Ortega has shared his initial thoughts on a potential fight with UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. Ortega made a triumphant return to the Octagon at UFC Fight Island 6 last weekend, picking up a decision win over “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung after almost two years away from the cage.
Brian Ortega opens up on changes that led to dominant "Korean Zombie" win
Tom Taylor - October 19, 2020
Brian Ortega has never looked better than he did in his Saturday night unanimous decision victory over “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung. Ortega’s win over the Korean topped the UFC Fight Island 6 card in Abu Dhabi. The fight was his first since a 2018 stoppage loss to Max Holloway, who was then the UFC featherweight champion.
Joe Rogan lauds Brian Ortega after "Korean Zombie" win
Tom Taylor - October 19, 2020
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has some high praise for Brian Ortega, who picked up a decision win over “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung last weekend. Ortega and The Korean Zombie met in the main event of UFC Fight Island 6 last Saturday. Ortega defeated his Korean rival with a clear-cut unanimous decision win.
Video | Dana White drops PPV opener for UFC 254
Tom Taylor - October 19, 2020
UFC President Dana White has shared the opening video for UFC 254, which goes down this Saturday on Fight Island in Abu Dhabi, UAE. UFC 254 will be topped by a dynamite lightweight title fight, as undefeated lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov seeks to defend his title against the division’s interim titleholder, Justin Gaethje. The matchup is being hailed by many as Nurmagomedov’s toughest test to date.
Dustin Poirier on January 23 rematch with Conor McGregor: “25 minutes to make life fair”
Harry Kettle - October 19, 2020
Dustin Poirier is focused and ready to “make life fair” as he prepares for his proposed January 23 rematch against Conor McGregor. While the Ultimate Fighting Championship has yet to officially announce this bout is happening, both McGregor and Poirier seem to be gearing up for a rematch that is more than six years in the making.