UFC News
Joe Rogan on UFC 249: "It won't be me" commentating the card
Tom Taylor - March 27, 2020
Joe Rogan won’t be on commentary duty for the upcoming UFC 249 card. UFC 249 has been the topic of much discussion lately. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, UFC president Dana White has been adamant that the card will still occur on April 18 — albeit without an audience. The location of the card, which was originally set to emanate from Brooklyn, New York, is still a mystery.
Dillon Danis condemns Jon Jones for DWI arrest
Tom Taylor - March 27, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones is in hot water after getting arrested for aggravated DWI, negligent use of a firearm and possession of an open container early on Thursday morning. Bellator star Dillon Danis is not impressed with the UFC champ’s latest run-in with the law. Danis targeted Jones after UFC flyweight champ Valentina Shevchenko defended the light heavyweight on Twitter on Thursday.
Valentina Shevchenko comes to the defense of Jon Jones following recent arrest
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2020
Valentina Shevchenko has defended fellow UFC champion Jon Jones following his recent arrest for a DWI, an open container and negligent use of a firearm. News broke of Jones’ arrest yesterday, with the MMA community having a variety of different reactions to the light heavyweight king’s latest incident. The majority of fans, and media members, couldn’t quite believe that Jones had once again let himself down like this.
Daniel Cormier doubtful fight schedule will continue as planned following UFC 249
Natasha Hooper - March 27, 2020
Daniel Cormier believes that Tony Ferguson vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 249 will take place next month. However, he remains sceptical about the destiny of future events. The former two-division champion trains under the American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) banner alongside teammate Khabib Nurmagomedov. “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov is scheduled to defend his lightweight title against Tony Ferguson in the main event of UFC 249. The eagerly anticipated matchup has been scheduled 4 times before but cancelled each time.
New details emerge in Jon Jones arrest case
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2020
New details have emerged regarding the recent arrest of UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Jones was arrested for a DWI, having an open container and negligent use of a firearm, with news first breaking last night. Fans around the world have reacted both with shock and negativity towards “Bones”, with a handful of his loyal supporters defending him – as well as UFC champion Valentina Shevchenko.
Jose Aldo says he only needs ‘a week of training to beat’ Henry Cejudo
Cole Shelton - March 26, 2020
Jose Aldo isn’t too concerned about not being able to train for his bantamweight title fight against Henry Cejudo. In the main event of UFC 250 on May 9 in Brazil, Cejudo is looking for his first bantamweight title defense when he battles Aldo. The fight being made was heavily criticized given the fact the Brazilian is 0-1 at the weight class and on a two-fight losing skid.
Thiago Santos calls for title fight against Dominick Reyes following Jon Jones arrest
Cole Shelton - March 26, 2020
Thiago Santos believes he and Dominick Reyes should fight for the light heavyweight title following the arrest of Jon Jones. On Thursday afternoon, news broke that UFC light heavyweight champion, Jon Jones was arrested for a DWI and negligent use of a firearm. It is no doubt a bad look for the champion who has dealt with a ton of legal problems in the past.
Artem Lobov says 'focused' Conor McGregor deserves Khabib rematch, confident he'd dethrone the champ
Cole Shelton - March 26, 2020
Artem Lobov believes his teammate and friend, Conor McGregor deserves the chance to rematch Khabib Nurmagomedov. McGregor and Nurmagomedov fought back at UFC 229 where the lead up to the fight was intense. The rivalry was heated and after the submission win by Nurmagomedov, a post-fight melee took place.
Dominick Reyes roasts Jon Jones after DWI arrest: "It's almost laughable"
Adam Martin - March 26, 2020
UFC light heavyweight Dominick Reyes took to social media to roast Jon Jones after the champ was arrested for a DWI, calling it “almost laughable.” This is not the first time Jones has been in trouble with the law, and several other MMA fighters including Colby Covington have gone onto social media to take aim at the UFC light heavyweight champion, who was arrested on DWI and negligent firearms charges this week. It seems as though Jones has not learned his lesson about getting behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol.
Din Thomas goes in-depth on his departure from American Top Team
Mike Pendleton - March 26, 2020
Din Thomas has been a coaching staple at American Top Team and has gotten most of his notoriety through his work with former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley. Thomas and Woodley have worked together for years and climbed up to championship heights back in 2016. They’ve stuck with each other throughout their journey. Thomas has worked with other fighters during his time at American Top Team but last week it was reported that he was parting ways with the team.
Ashlee Evans-Smith responds to accusations of stealing medical supplies
Tom Taylor - March 26, 2020
On Wednesday evening, a woman on Facebook accused UFC flyweight contender Ashlee Evans-Smith of stealing a basket of medical supplies that were intended for donation (see the full story here). The woman stated that Evans-Smith and he boyfriend were collecting a piece of furniture (per an agreed upon arrangement), and took the medical supplies along with it. She added that the UFC fighter did not respond to any of her followup messages and blocked her shortly thereafter.
MMA community reacts to Jon Jones' Thursday arrest
Tom Taylor - March 26, 2020
Early on Thursday morning, UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was arrested for aggravated DWI, negligent use of a firearm, and possession of an open container. As always, the MMA community was quick to react to this major news on social media.