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Dan Hooker and Conor McGregor
Dan Hooker

Dan Hooker gives funny reason as to why he called out Conor McGregor after UFC 305 win

Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024

Dan Hooker is looking to get one back on Michael Chandler and steal his fight against Conor McGregor. After Hooker scored a split decision win over Mateusz Gamrot at UFC 305, he called out several fighters including McGregor. It caught many by surprise, but on paper, a fight between Hooker and McGregor would be very fan-friendly.

Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping

Michael Bisping says Israel Adesanya "More than likely" done contending for UFC titles after loss to Dricus du Plessis

Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024

UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping thinks Israel Adesanya has some difficult decisions to make after his latest defeat. Adesanya lost to Dricus du Plessis in the UFC 305 main event last Saturday in Perth, Australia. His bid to become a three-time UFC middleweight champion fell short, as du Plessis submitted him with a rear-naked choke in Round 4.

Tom Aspinall
Jon Jones

Tom Aspinall fires back at Dana White and Jon Jones, declares himself the best heavyweight in the world

Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024

Tom Aspinall believes he is the best heavyweight in the world, despite what Dana White and Jon Jones say. Aspinall is the interim heavyweight champion recently made his first defense of that belt by knocking out Curtis Blaydes in a minute at UFC 304. Since then, he has said his next fight will be for the undisputed heavyweight title, but when he will get the chance is uncertain.

Jamahal Hill, Magomed Ankalaev
Magomed Ankalaev

Jamahal Hill explodes at Magomed Ankalaev after recent remarks: "You're light work for me!"

Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill issued a fiery response to Magomed Ankalaev’s recent social media jabs. Ankalaev will face Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 308 on October 26th in Abu Dhabi. He returns to the Octagon after being passed up for the next light heavyweight title shot in favor of Khalil Rountree, who will face Alex Pereira at UFC 307.

Brendan Allen, Marvin Vettori brawl
Dana White

Dana White reacts to brawl between Marvin Vettori and Brendan Allen: “Had to be fight of the night”

Harry Kettle - August 19, 2024

UFC CEO Dana White has given his thoughts on the brawl that took place between Marvin Vettori and Brendan Allen. As we know, Dana White isn’t afraid to speak his mind. Throughout the course of his time in mixed martial arts, White has been as ruthless and cut-throat as they come. While some may not like that, the fact of the matter is that he’s been incredibly successful with that model. At this point, he rarely feels the need to hold back – and that includes talking about other promotions.

Dricus du Plessis, Israel Adesanya
Israel Adesanya

Dricus du Plessis explains why he gifted Israel Adesanya a jacket after UFC 305 title fight: “A token of appreciation”

Harry Kettle - August 19, 2024

UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis has explained why he gifted a jacket to Israel Adesanya after UFC 305. Last weekend, Dricus du Plessis successfully retained his UFC middleweight championship. He did so by submitting Israel Adesanya in a fight that was incredibly even for almost four rounds. It was a back and forth affair and at times, it seemed like Adesanya had the advantage.

Jairzinho Rozenstruik
UFC

Jairzinho Rozenstruik thinks title contention isn't far away following win over Tai Tuivasa at UFC 305

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 18, 2024

Jairziinho Rozenstruik believes he’s close to reaching title contention following his UFC 305 victory over Tai Tuivasa. Rozenstruik avoided a scare when the score totals were read after going three rounds with “Bam Bam” inside the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. It was clear to experts and fans that “Bigi Boy” had done enough to earn the unanimous decision. Judge Howie Booth was pulled from UFC 305 after giving Tuivasa an egregious score total of 30-27.

Kai Kara-France
UFC

Kai Kara-France wants UFC flyweight title shot following UFC 305 win over Steve Erceg: "I'm the real Kai"

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 18, 2024

Kai Kara-France believes he is deserving of the next UFC Flyweight Championship fight against Alexandre Pantoja. Kara-France went one-on-one with Steve Erceg in the co-main event of UFC 305 inside the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. Following Erceg’s close loss to Pantoja in their title fight back in May, many felt “Astro Boy” would make a statement against Kara-France.

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Dricus du Plessis

Dricus du Plessis reacts to Alex Pereira wanting UFC middleweight return: "We're going to hear the excuses"

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 18, 2024

UFC 305 has wrapped up, and Alex Pereira certainly got people talking after Dricus du Plessis defeated Israel Adesanya. “Poatan” was watching closely when du Plessis put the UFC Middleweight Championship at stake against Adesanya. The two collided inside the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia for an exciting title clash. “Stillknocks” maintained his hold on the gold with a fourth-round submission finish.

Israel Adesanya
UFC

Israel Adesanya isn't focused on revenge following UFC 305 loss to Dricus du Plessis: "I’m not really desperate"

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 18, 2024

Israel Adesanya isn’t desperate to get a win back over Dricus du Plessis. “The Last Stylebender” challenged “Stillknocks” for the UFC Middleweight Championship this past Saturday night. The two headlined UFC 305 inside the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.

Dricus du Plessis, Israel Adesanya
Israel Adesanya

Video | Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya share a moment backstage after UFC 305 title fight

Harry Kettle - August 18, 2024

Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya shared a nice moment backstage following their battle at UFC 305. Heading into UFC 305, things were pretty bitter between Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya. These two rivals made it clear they didn’t like one another, and they put it all on the line in this main event. In what was initially a feud based on their African heritage, these warriors wound up throwing down with one thought in mind – leaving Australia as the UFC middleweight champion.

Israel Adesanya
Israel Adesanya

Israel Adesanya rejects idea of retirement following UFC 305 defeat

Harry Kettle - August 18, 2024

UFC legend Israel Adesanya has reacted to his submission defeat at the hands of Dricus du Plessis last night. In the main event of UFC 305, Israel Adesanya went to war with Dricus du Plessis. While it was a back and forth affair, it was du Plessis who came out on top. The champion was able to submit Adesanya in the fourth round, seemingly bringing an end to their rivalry for the time being.