UFC News
Daniel Cormier applauds Francis Ngannou for “setting a new standard” in the free-agent market
Susan Cox - May 17, 2023
Daniel Cormier is applauding Francis Ngannou for ‘setting a new standard’ in the free-agent market. Ngannou (17-3 MMA) left the UFC in January of this year after being unable to come to a contract agreement with the promotion.
Anthony Smith admits he has a "glaring hole" in his game following Johnny Walker loss
Lewis Simpson - May 17, 2023
In the wake of his defeat to Johnny Walker at UFC Charlotte, Anthony Smith has admitted he has a “glaring hole” in his game. On Saturday past, Smith and Walker met at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The light heavyweight contest was scheduled for three rounds after being demoted to the co-headliner, with Jailton Almedia and Jairinzho Rozenstruik taking the main event spot.
Video | UFC star Khamzat Chimaev FaceTime’s with Andrew Tate: “I have to see you brother”
Susan Cox - May 17, 2023
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has shared a video of a FaceTime call he had with Andrew Tate. Included in their conversation, was an invitation from Chimaev to Tate, to be present at his highly anticipated potential UFC fight scheduled for October. ‘King Cobra’ accepted the invitation.
Islam Makhachev reacts after the UFC books Dustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje 2 for the BMF title
Susan Cox - May 17, 2023
Islam Makhachev is reacting after the UFC booked Dustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje 2 for the BMF title. UFC President, Dana White, announced yesterday, May 16th that the lightweight five-round bout will be the headliner of UFC 291 which will take place on Saturday, July 29 at the Vivint Arena, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Alex Pereira reacts after booking fight with Jan Blachowicz at UFC 291: “I was waiting for him”
Harry Kettle - May 17, 2023
Alex Pereira has given his reaction to the news that he’ll be locking horns with Jan Blachowicz at UFC 291 on July 29. Last night, UFC president Dana White announced a wave of major fights that will be coming up this summer. UFC 291 certainly made the biggest splash as it was revealed that Justin Gaethje will meet Dustin Poirier once again in the main event for the vacant BMF title. In addition to that, though, we also got news of Alex Pereira’s official debut at light heavyweight.
UFC Charlotte fighter salaries: Matt Brown takes home top payout
Harry Kettle - May 17, 2023
UFC veteran Matt Brown earned the highest payout from UFC Charlotte over the weekend as the fighter salaries are officially released. On Saturday night, we were treated to a night full of great action from the Ultimate Fighting Championship. From a heavyweight submission in the main event to seven total finishes, the city of Charlotte certainly got what it came for.
Conor McGregor gives update on Michael Chandler fight
Lewis Simpson - May 16, 2023
With The Ultimate Fighter 31 set to air in less than two weeks, Conor McGregor has teased fans on when to expect some news on his fight with Michael Chandler. McGregor is expected to return later this year after being sidelined with an injury suffered during his trilogy with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in 2021.
Diego Ferreira admits he thought about retiring due to injures, expects a "war" against Michael Johnson
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2023
Diego Ferreira wasn’t sure if he was going to fight again. Ever since Ferreira suffered a TKO loss to Mateusz Gamrot in December of 2021 – which was his third loss in a row – he has dealt with a plethora of injuries. Those ailments kept him from competing and he admits the time off has been difficult.
Dana White announces headliner and co-main event for UFC 292
Andrew Whitelaw - May 16, 2023
Dana White has announced a couple of bangers for UFC 292. Taking place on August 19 in Boston, Massachusetts, the card will feature Aljamain Sterling defending his bantamweight title against Sean O’Malley in the main event. In the co-main, Zhang Weili will defend her women’s strawweight belt against Amanda Lemos.
Megan Olivi issues apology after referring to Jamahal Hill as an interim champion during UFC on ABC 4 broadcast
Susan Cox - May 16, 2023
Megan Olivi has issued an apology after referring to Jamahal Hill as an interim champion during the UFC on ABC 4 broadcast. Olivi, an MMA analyst and interviewer, has established herself as a well known force in the UFC.
Ian Machado Garry doubles down on Neil Magny callout
Andrew Whitelaw - May 16, 2023
Ian Machado Garry’s UFC stock has never been higher. The Irishman just got a new ’15’ tattoo to commemorate his first round TKO victory over Daniel Rodriguez last weekend – a win that sees him drive into the top-15 at welterweight for the first-time in his career. In fact, he’s usurped both Jack Della Maddalena and Michel Pereira and rides up to #13 in the rankings.
Francis Ngannou responds to 'ignorant' Conor McGregor
Lewis Simpson - May 16, 2023
Francis Ngannou has stuck by his gun and is confident he made the right decision to part ways with the UFC, even when the sport’s biggest star challenged it. On Tuesday, May. 16, it was announced that Francis Ngannou had signed a lucrative deal with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and will make his debut with the promotion in mid-2024.