UFC News
Tom Aspinall reveals Stipe Miocic rejected UFC 300 clash: "I, of course, accepted"
Josh Evanoff - January 23, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall was offered a chance to face Stipe Miocic in April. It’s been a frustrating last few months for the British champion. In November at UFC 295, Tom Aspinall stepped up on short notice to face Sergei Pavlovich for interim heavyweight gold. The card was originally slated to be headlined by Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, but the bout was scrapped after ‘Bones’ suffered an injury.
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson appointed to UFC-WWE board of directors
Susan Cox - January 23, 2024
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has been appointed to UFC-WWE Board of Directors. Johnson, an actor and former WWE star, can now add being a member of the board of directors of TKO Group to his resume.
Michael Bisping weighs in on Sean Strickland’s ‘headbutt’ claim: “The reality is these things just happen”
Susan Cox - January 23, 2024
Michael Bisping is weighing in on Sean Strickland’s ‘headbutt’ claim. It was at UFC 297 this past weekend where Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA) defeated Sean Strickland (28-6 MMA) in a middleweight title bout to claim the belt as his own.
Sean Strickland’s coach reacts after UFC 297 title loss to Dricus Du Plessis: “We needed to win the optics battle”
Susan Cox - January 23, 2024
Sean Strickland’s coach is reacting after UFC 297 title loss to Dricus Du Plessis. It was just this past Saturday, January 20th at UFC 297 that saw Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA) defeat Sean Strickland (28-6) by split decision in a middleweight bout to capture the UFC middleweight title.
Daniel Cormier praises Dricus du Plessis following his title win at UFC 297: “I never thought that we’d be here today”
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has praised Dricus du Plessis following his big title win at UFC 297. Last Saturday night, Dricus du Plessis finally made it to the top of the mountain. The South African superstar won the UFC middleweight championship, defeating Sean Strickland in an incredibly close decision. In doing so, he became the first fighter from his country to win a UFC belt and the fourth African fighter to accomplish that goal.
Tom Aspinall reveals he’s received “death threats” in his pursuit of title fight with Jon Jones
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has revealed that he’s received death threats over his pursuit of Jon Jones. Ever since knocking out Sergei Pavlovich to claim the interim strap, Tom Aspinall has made it crystal clear what he wants – a showdown with Jon Jones. After all, ‘Bones’ is the undisputed champion right now.
What's next for the stars of UFC 297?
Cole Shelton - January 22, 2024
The first UFC pay-per-view event of 2024 went down on Saturday night in Toronto and saw two title fights headline the card. In the main event of UFC 297, Sean Strickland was looking to defend his middleweight title against Dricus Du Plessis, while the co-main event saw Raquel Pennington take on Mayra Bueno Silva for the vacant women’s bantamweight title.
Chael Sonnen believes Sean Strickland "lost every round" to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297
Cole Shelton - January 22, 2024
Chael Sonnen doesn’t think the UFC 297 middleweight title fight between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis was all that competitive. Entering the main event, the oddsmakers had the fight as a pick’em, as many were torn on who would win. The fight ended up being very close and it was Du Plessis who edged out a split decision to become the new middleweight champion.
Neil Magny reveals that he holds no ill will toward Ian Machado Garry: "I hope he can figure it out"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Neil Magny is taking the high road regarding Ian Machado Garry. Last August at UFC 292, the two welterweights faced off. For his part, Neil Magny accepted the bout on short notice. However, it didn’t take long for him to start feuding with the brash-talking Ian Machado Garry. During fight week, the Irishman continually accused his opponent of abusing his kids.
Khamzat Chimaev frustrated by 'bulls*it' comments made by Dana White: "You promised me"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Khamzat Chimaev wants the title shot that Dana White promised. ‘Borz’ is currently awaiting his next opponent. Last October, Khamzat Chimaev faced former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, at UFC 294. Originally expected to face Paulo Costa, ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ stepped in due to injury. Before the event, Dana White dubbed the fight a title eliminator.
Raquel Pennington takes aim at 'judgemental' comments made by Sean Strickland: "Stuff like that is not okay"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
Women’s bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington was frustrated by Sean Strickland’s comments over UFC 297 fight week. ‘Rocky’ fought in the co-main event in Canada over the weekend, facing Mayra Bueno Silva. There, Raquel Pennington scored a unanimous decision win after five lackluster rounds of action. In the process, she won the bantamweight title left vacant by Amanda Nunes last June.
Julianna Pena slams Amanda Nunes after UFC 297 retirement comments: "How dare she?"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
Julianna Pena is unhappy with Amanda Nunes’ comments at UFC 297 over the weekend. ‘The Lioness’ was in attendance in Canada, to watch the new women’s bantamweight champion crowned. In the co-main event, Raquel Pennington defeated Mayra Bueno Silva by unanimous decision. In the process, picking up where Amanda Nunes left off. Last summer, ‘The Lioness’ famously vacated the title, retiring following a win over Irene Aldana.