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Referee Marc Goddard responds to Conor McGregor following recent criticism
Christopher Taylor - June 2, 2019
Marc Goddard has responded to Conor McGregor, this after the Irish star took aim at the veteran referee over an incident in 2012. The former two division UFC champion, McGregor, had taken to Twitter earlier this afternoon where he proceeded to throw shade at the veteran referee.
Conor McGregor rips referee Marc Goddard over behavior in 2012 fight
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
In 2017, Conor McGregor found himself in hot water after getting physical with referee Marc Goddard amid some confusion during his teammate Charlie Ward’s fight. As it turns out, this is not the first time the Irishman had an issue with Goddard.
Aleksandar Rakic discusses Jon Jones matchup after Manuwa KO
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
Aleksandar Rakic put himself on the map at UFC Stockholm, beheading the dangerous Jimi Manuwa with a first-round head kick. With this incredible, highlight reel knockout in the books, Rakic can probably look forward to a spot in the light heavyweight top-10, and a reputation as a legitimate contender in the division.
Andy Ruiz on Anthony Joshua win: This is for 'all my fat boys'
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
Almost nobody believed Andy Ruiz Jr. could defeat unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. Yet in a jaw-dropping twist, and one of the biggest upsets in boxing history, the Mexican American boxer defeated the Brit by seventh-round TKO. Now the unified champion in the revivified heavyweight division, Andy Ruiz has dedicated this historic victory to his fellow underdogs, and all those with a little extra weight around the waist.
Conor McGregor praises Ireland's Katie Taylor after controversial war
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
On Saturday night, shortly after UFC Stockholm, and shortly before Anthony Joshua’s shocking heavyweight title loss to Andy Ruiz Jr., Irish champ Katie Taylor returned to the ring to battle rangy Belgian southpaw Delfine Persoon. The pair collided with the WBA, WBO, WBC and IBF titles on the line. In the end, Taylor won this fight — but by a thin margin. After 10 thrilling rounds, the Irishwoman was awarded a close majority decision victory, becoming the unified champ in the process.
Anthony Smith shares thoughts on Alexander Gustafsson's retirement
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
Anthony Smith picked up perhaps the biggest win of his career at UFC Stockholm, submitting multiple-time light heavyweight title challenger Alexander Gustafsson. Yet arguably the biggest headlines from the event surrounded Gustafsson’s surprise retirement announcement. In the lead-up to this fight, Gustafsson had suggested that he might hang up the gloves if he lost to Smith, as a loss would be an indicator he can longer compete at the highest level.
Alexander Gustafsson wasn't the only fighter to retire after UFC Stockholm
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
Shortly after he was defeated by Anthony Smith in the UFC Stockholm main event, Alexander Gustafsson surprised onlookers by announcing his retirement from MMA. “What can I say… The show is over guy,” Gustafsson said in the Octagon, placing his gloves on the canvas.
Anthony Smith outlines plans after submission of Alexander Gustafsson
Tom Taylor - June 2, 2019
On Saturday night, in the main event of UFC Stockholm, Anthony Smith picked up arguably his biggest win to date, silencing the Swedish crowd in attendance with a submission of Alexander Gustafsson. With this victory, Smith returns to the win column after a recent decision loss to UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, and reasserts himself as one of the division’s top contenders.
Conor McGregor reacts to Andy Ruiz Jr dethroning Anthony Joshua
Chris Taylor - June 1, 2019
Former two division UFC champion Conor McGregor has reacted following Andy Ruiz Jr’s shocking TKO victory over Anthony Joshua. The Mexican fighter, Ruiz, dropped Joshua on four different occasions before the bout was called off in the seventh round.
UFC Stockholm bonuses: Anthony Smith pockets extra 50k for retiring Gustafsson
Chris Taylor - June 1, 2019
Anthony Smith picked up an extra $50k for his submission victory over Alexander Gustafsson in today’s UFC Stockholm main event. ‘Lionheart’ defeated ‘The Mauler’ via fourth round submission in today’s headliner, much to the displeasure of the fans in attendance.
VIDEO | Alexander Gustafsson explains decision to retire
Chris Taylor - June 1, 2019
Alexander Gustafsson shocked the mixed martial arts world earlier today when he announced his retirement from the sport. Gustafsson’s surprising announcement came shortly following his fourth round submission loss to Anthony Smith in the main event of UFC Stockholm.
Dana White engages in Twitter war with ESPN+ detractors
Chris Taylor - June 1, 2019
UFC President Dana White spent the majority of his Friday evening trading barbs with some recent ESPN+ detractors on Twitter. It is not the first time that the brash UFC boss has taken to social media over fan backlash. In fact, just this past week White ripped a fight fan who had voiced their displeasure with the newly announced UFC Sacramento main event.