UFC News
Chael Sonnen reveals he was about to throw in the towel for Colby Covington before doctor stoppage
Cole Shelton - December 16, 2024
Chael Sonnen was going to end the UFC Tampa main event had the doctor not. Just seconds before the end of the third round, the doctor got called in to look at a nasty cut above Covington’s eye. The doctor ended up stopping the fight which Dana White didn’t think would have happened had the fight been in Las Vegas. However, Covington’s new coach, Sonnen said he saw how bad the cut was and was about to throw in the towel.
Jan Blachowicz explains why he isn't sold on Magomed Ankalaev dethroning UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 16, 2024
Jan Blachowicz doesn’t believe Magomed Ankalaev has shown anything that leads him to believe he can dethrone Alex Pereira. Pereira is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion. It’s become clear that Ankalaev has done enough to be his next title challenger, as he’s gone 11-0-1. 1 NC in his last 13 fights. The title fight has not been made official at this time.
Colby Covington claims he would've turned the tide against Joaquin Buckley if UFC Tampa fight wasn't stopped
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 16, 2024
Colby Covington has spoken out following his TKO loss to Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa. Covington and Buckley shared the Octagon inside the Amalie Arena this past Saturday night. This was the final UFC fight of 2024. Buckley’s standup proved to be a major issue for Covington. “New Mansa” opened up a cut on Covington’s eyelid that got worse as the fight went on.
Islam Makhachev's retirement timeframe possibly revealed by coach, UFC super fight against Ilia Topuria dismissed
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 16, 2024
Islam Makhachev might ride off into the sunset sooner than fans are hoping for. Makhachev is the reigning UFC lightweight champion. He’s scheduled to put his gold at stake against Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC 311 on January 18th. If he’s able to emerge victorious, then it would be the fourth successful title defense for the 155-pound ruler.
Michael Johnson calls for huge rematch against Justin Gaethje
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC veteran Michael Johnson has called for a rematch against Justin Gaethje following his knockout win over Ottman Azaitar. Ever since his appearance on The Ultimate Fighter all those years ago, Michael Johnson has been an ever-present fighter in the UFC. He has fought some of the best of the best, and to the shock of many, he’s actually got some major wins under his belt.
Belal Muhammad takes a shot at Colby Covington following his loss at UFC Tampa
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad has taken a shot at Colby Covington following his loss at UFC Tampa. Last weekend, Colby Covington fell short in his attempt to get back in the win column at welterweight. He went up against Joaquin Buckley in the main event of the show in Florida, and in the end, it was a doctor stoppage that led to his downfall after he suffered a nasty cut on his eye.
Khabib Nurmagomedov makes it clear that he doesn't coach Belal Muhammad
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov has made it crystal clear that he doesn’t actually coach Belal Muhammad. Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the greatest fighters in UFC history and we all know that to be true. He retired from mixed martial arts as an unbeaten fighter, and he did so with one of the most impressive runs in the history of the sport – and that’s us putting it lightly.
UFC star Conor McGregor teases 'good news' breaking soon
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC star Conor McGregor has teased that good news is coming as speculation over his mixed martial arts future continues. Over the course of the last few years, fans have been wondering when we’re going to see Conor McGregor get back in the cage. By the time we get to summer 2025, it would’ve been four years since he last competed. At this point, it’s truly unclear as to whether or not it’ll even happen.
Dana White heaps praise on UFC production team, demands awards following show at the Sphere
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has high praise for his production team. Back in September, the UFC made its debut in the Sphere in Las Vegas. It was a special occasion for the UFC, as the promotion pumped millions of dollars into the show to present a unique experience for those in attendance, as well as fans watching at home.
Dana White confirms discussions for Dustin Poirier's next fight as 'The Diamond' nears retirement
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Dana White and the UFC brass on working on something for Dustin Poirier as “The Diamond” nears the end of his prizefighting career. Poirier has been hinting at his next fight being his last, as the soon-to-be 36-year-old isn’t interested in climbing back up the 155-pound ladder in hopes of securing a final title opportunity. In all likelihood, Poirier had his last UFC championship bout against Islam Makhachev back in June. “The Diamond” was submitted in the fifth round despite a hard-fought effort.
Joaquin Buckley vows to take over welterweight division in 2025 following dominant UFC Tampa win over Colby Covington
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Joaquin Buckley made a statement at UFC Tampa, and he’s hoping it’s a sneak preview of things ahead next year. In the final UFC event of 2024, Buckley took on former interim UFC welterweight titleholder Colby Covington. The fight headlined UFC Tampa inside Amalie Arena. Buckley allowed his standup to shine thanks to his solid takedown defense. Covington struggled to deal with the striking skills of “New Mansa” despite having a sturdy chin.
Cub Swanson won't rule out another fight, but admits 'storybook ending' might win out following UFC Tampa
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 15, 2024
Cub Swanson can walk away from the sport of MMA on a high note, but he hasn’t decided if UFC Tampa was his swan song. Swanson was featured in the co-main event of UFC Tampa this past Saturday night. He shared the Octagon with Billy Quarantillo. This one was a competitive fight all the way until the finish in round three. Swanson scored the knockout victory and earned his eighth “Fight of the Night” bonus.