UFC News
Luke Rockhold vs. Paulo Costa moved to UFC 278, former champ rips 'Borrachina'
Cole Shelton - May 25, 2022
Luke Rockhold and Paulo Costa will no longer be fighting at UFC 277 on July 30. According to MMA reporter, The Schmo, Rockhold vs. Costa has been moved to August 20, which is UFC 278. The event is expected to take place in Salt Lake City, Utah. The news also comes just hours after Rockhold did an interview with Submission Radio who ripped the Brazilian for trying to delay their fight.
Conor McGregor blasts Beneil Dariush over recent comments: "Biggest nobody in the company"
Josh Evanoff - May 25, 2022
Former UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor doesn’t seem to be a fan of Beneil Dariush. Over the last week, Dariush has taken shots at both McGregor and Charles Oliveira. The Brazilian has repeatedly called out the former champion for a future contest. ‘Do Bronx’ has been granted a title opportunity for his next bout and would like that to come against the Irishman.
Holly Holm would KO Katie Taylor in what would be "the biggest women’s boxing fight of all time," says Mike Winkeljohn
Cole Shelton - May 25, 2022
Mike Winkeljohn believes Holly Holm would have a ton of success should she get the chance to box Katie Taylor. Recently, it was reported by an Irish outlet that Holm is the frontrunner to face Taylor next. It was originally expected that Taylor would have an immediate rematch with Amanda Serrano, but negotiations have stalled and now Holm, who has one fight left on her UFC deal, has been linked to the fight.
Al Iaquinta reportedly mulling retirement, noted likelihood that he fights anytime soon is "slim to none"
Josh Evanoff - May 25, 2022
UFC lightweight Al Iaquinta is apparently debating if he should retire or not. Regardless of retirement, it’s not likely he fights anytime soon. ‘Ragin Al’ has been out of the cage since UFC 268 in November 2021. That outing was a first-round knockout loss to Bobby Green. The stoppage was the first knockout loss of his career to date.
Luke Rockhold doesn't care about UFC title but targets fight against Israel Adesanya to "test myself against the best"
Cole Shelton - May 25, 2022
Luke Rockhold is hoping to share the Octagon with Israel Adesanya so he can test himself against the best. Rockhold, the former Strikeforce, and UFC middleweight champion is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 277 on July 30 against Paulo Costa. It’s his first fight since Jan Blachowicz brutally knocked him out in his light heavyweight debut. Although he has not fought since 2019, Rockhold is getting the fourth-ranked middleweight and if he wins he would be right back in the title picture.
Chase Hooper believes TKO win over Felipe Colares was the best performance of his career, hints at possible move to lightweight
Cole Shelton - May 25, 2022
Chase Hooper wanted to prove he belongs in the UFC and believes he did just that. Hooper was facing Felipe Colares at UFC Vegas 55 as he was looking to return to the win column after dropping a decision to Steven Peterson his last time out. Heading into the fight, Hooper had a ton of confidence in himself and it showed as he got a third-round TKO which he says was the best performance of his career.
Khamzat Chimaev shares photo of UFC belt as rumors of an interim welterweight title fight swirl
Susan Cox - May 25, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev has shared a photo of a UFC belt as rumours continue of the possibility of an interim welterweight title bout. Taking to ‘Twitter‘ Chimaev posted a picture of a World UFC Champion Belt with the comment ‘100%’.
Daniel Cormier discusses “one of the biggest mistakes” being made in MMA judging
Susan Cox - May 25, 2022
Daniel Cormier is sharing ‘one of the biggest mistakes’ being made in MMA judging. Cormier, who retired in 2020, is a former professional mixed martial artist, amateur wrestler, and current commentator for the UFC. Cormier is also a former UFC Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight Champion.
Gilbert Burns explains why he would put all of his money on Charles Oliveira to beat Islam Makhachev
Harry Kettle - May 25, 2022
UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has explained why he believes Charles Oliveira has what it takes to defeat Islam Makhachev. While he may only just be coming off of the win over Justin Gaethje, all eyes are on Charles Oliveira to see what his next move is going to be. The latest we’ve heard is that he’ll take some time off before facing the winner of Islam Makhachev vs Beneil Dariush later this year, a contest that has been in the works for a long time now and was initially supposed to go down a few months back.
Tony Ferguson says he would “love” to fight Dustin Poirier in his next UFC appearance
Harry Kettle - May 25, 2022
Tony Ferguson has confirmed that he’d be interested in battling Dustin Poirier in his next UFC appearance. He hasn’t had the best of luck inside the Octagon in recent years but Tony Ferguson is still a big fan favourite among mixed martial arts fans. His style, combined with his cardio, makes him a force to be reckoned with – even if he’s currently riding a four-fight losing streak.
Former UFC fighter Mark Munoz placed on admin leave after allowing kids to box each other
Harry Kettle - May 25, 2022
Former UFC fighter Mark Munoz has been placed on administrative leave from his job as a high school wrestling coach. Back in his mixed martial arts days, Mark Munoz fought some of the toughest fighters of his generation. From Lyoto Machida and Chris Weidman to Gegard Mousasi and Demian Maia, Munoz was the kind of guy who was willing to take on all challengers. In addition to that, he’s also been listed as one of the nicest fighters in the sport, with many giving him the title during his active days as a competitor.
Paige VanZant receives fan backlash after unveiling her latest tattoos (Photo)
Harry Kettle - May 25, 2022
Former UFC fighter and current AEW star Paige VanZant has received criticism after unveiling her latest tattoos. While she may not have made it to the top in UFC or BKFC, Paige VanZant is still one of the most talked-about female figures in combat sports. Now, her journey has taken her over to the world of professional wrestling, where she’s enjoying a strong run with AEW.