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Israel Adesanya responds to comparisons to Conor McGregor
Cole Shelton - March 11, 2019
The rise of Israel Adesanya has drawn comparisons to the rise of Conor McGregor. The two took the UFC by storm and were both considered future champions from the early phases of their careers. Israel Adesanya agrees he shares some similarities with Conor McGregor, but assures they’re on different paths.
Michael Bisping extends peace offering to Jorge Masvidal: 'I hope to see him in London'
Tom Taylor - March 11, 2019
Former UFC middleweight champ Michael Bisping and long-time UFC welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal have had beef for years. The two fighters have had heated run-ins at a number of past UFC shows, and have not hesitated to swap trash talk in interviews and on social media. This weekend, Bisping and Masvidal will both be in London for the anticipated UFC London card. Bisping will be working as an analyst for the event, while Masvidal will fight Darren Till in the headlining bout.
Nate Diaz and 'Cowboy' allegedly interested in rematch — with a catch
Tom Taylor - March 10, 2019
According to Brett Okamoto of ESPN, fan favorite lightweight contenders Nate Diaz and Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone recently discussed a potential rematch — but not at lightweight. Okamoto says Cowboy and Diaz chatted about a rematch backstage at UFC 235. Diaz suggested he was up for it, but so long as there was no weight cut involved. That apparently means the fight would have to occur in the 185-pound middleweight division — a weight class neither man has competed in before.
'Jacare' Souza has awesome reaction to Yoel Romero rematch booking
Tom Taylor - March 10, 2019
When former Strikeforce champ Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza joined the UFC middleweight division in 2013, he was right on the cusp of a UFC middleweight title shot. He’s remained in close range of a title shot ever since, but unfortunately has never had the opportunity to fight for a UFC belt thus far.
Jon Jones coach breaks down matchups with Santos, Walker, Lesnar
Tom Taylor - March 10, 2019
Jon Jones is once again ruling over the UFC light heavyweight division with an iron fist, and could conceivably do so for some time. That being said, there is a currently a tidal wave of new blood in the UFC light heavyweight division, and therefore some fresh and compelling champions on the table for the light heavyweight champ.
Chuck Liddell adamant Conor McGregor vs. Cowboy fight has to be PPV main event 'no matter what'
Tom Taylor - March 10, 2019
Over the last few months, the fight world has been abuzz about a potential showdown between lightweight stars Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone and Conor McGregor. Both fighters seemed to like the matchup, UFC President Dana White was apparently on board, and of course, every fight fan with a pulse was eager to see it happen. Unfortunately, it now sounds as though the fight has hit a snag.
PHOTOS | Check out the official posters for UFC 236, UFC Philadelphia
Tom Taylor - March 10, 2019
The UFC has dropped the official posters for two of its upcoming cards: UFC 236 and UFC Philadelphia. UFC Philadelphia goes down on March 30. The card will be headlined by a lightweight bloodletting between Edson Barboza and Justin Gaethje. Other highlights of the bill include a strawweight fight between Michelle Waterson and Karolina Kowalkiewicz, and a lightweight scrap between Ross Pearson and Desmond Green.
What's next for UFC Wichita main event fighters?
Cole Shelton - March 10, 2019
The Octagon touched down in Kansas for the first time on Saturday night, returning to our screens with UFC Wichita. The main event of the card was an important heavyweight fight. Ultimately, Junior dos Santos beat Derrick Lewis by TKO in the second round to become a top contender in the heavyweight division. Although Daniel Cormier has been eyeing a fight with Brock Lesnar, the question is, did dos Santos do enough to get the next shot?
Photo | Tim Means suffered a horrific ankle injury at UFC Wichita
Chris Taylor - March 9, 2019
UFC welterweight standout Tim Means stepped back in the octagon at tonight’s UFC Wichita event for a fight with Niko Price. Means entered tonight’s contest looking to build on the momentum of his first round TKO victory over Ricky Rainey this past November.
Pros react to Junior dos Santos stopping Derrick Lewis at UFC Wichita
Chris Taylor - March 9, 2019
Tonight’s UFC Wichita event was headlined by a key heavyweight fight featuring Derrick Lewis taking on former title holder Junior dos Santos. Lewis entered tonight’s contest looking to rebound, this after being submitted by current UFC heavyweight champ Daniel Cormier in his most recent effort at UFC 230.
UFC Wichita Results: Junior dos Santos KO's Derrick Lewis (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 9, 2019
A key heavyweight bout featuring Derrick Lewis taking on former division title holder Junior Dos Santos headlined tonight’s UFC Wichita event. Lewis enters tonight’s event headliner looking to rebound, this after suffering a submission loss to reigning heavyweight champ Daniel Cormier in his most recent appearance at UFC 230.
UFC Wichita Results: Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos submits Curtis Millender (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - March 9, 2019
A welterweight bout between surging division contenders Curtis Millender and Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos co-headlined tonight’s UFC Wichita event. Elizeu will enter tonight’s contest on a six-fight winning streak, his latest being a knockout victory over Luigi Vendramini this past September.