Anthony Smith News
Anthony Smith discusses the immense struggles he faced trying to make 185 pounds: “I wasn’t sure I was going to live”
Harry Kettle - August 11, 2022
Anthony Smith has detailed how extreme his weight cuts were when he was competing at middleweight in the UFC. While he may have lost to Magomed Ankalaev in his last outing at UFC 277, Anthony Smith is still an important piece of the furniture at 205 pounds. Ever since making the move up to the weight class in 2018, ‘Lionheart’ has had some memorable moments – including fighting for the title, beating Alexander Gustafsson and more.
Anthony Smith discusses his loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 277: “He wasn’t as good as I expected him to be”
Zain Bando - August 8, 2022
Anthony Smith suffered a critical loss at the hands of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 277 on July 30. The former light heavyweight title challenger also endured a brutal injury in the form of a broken ankle. Smith, who burst on to the scene in 2018, has fought some of the best fighters in the sport. Names like Glover Texiera, Jon Jones, and Rashad Evans quickly come to mind as three of the best fighters that the division has ever seen.
Anthony Smith details the leg injury he suffered at UFC 277: “It’s not from a kick. It’s just f**king sh*t luck”
Susan Cox - August 5, 2022
Anthony Smith is detailing the leg injury he suffered at UFC 277. It was Anthony Smith (36-17 MMA) vs Magomed Ankalaev (18-1 MMA) last Saturday, July 30th at UFC 277. The outcome was Ankalaev winning via knockout at 3:09 of the second round.
UFC President Dana White clarifies his previous comments about Anthony Smith’s leg injury
Harry Kettle - August 3, 2022
UFC president Dana White has admitted he was wrong about Anthony Smith‘s leg not being broken at UFC 277. Last Saturday night at UFC 277 in Dallas, Anthony Smith fell to a stoppage loss at the hands of rising light heavyweight prospect Magomed Ankalaev. At the time, many were surprised by the nature of Smith’s loss, with the man himself quickly clarifying that he believed he had broken his leg in the midst of the bout.
Pros react after Magomed Ankalaev stops Anthony Smith at UFC 277
Chris Taylor - July 30, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 277 main card was kicked off by a key light heavyweight contest between Magomed Ankalaev and Anthony Smith. Ankalaev (18-1 MMA) had entered the bout boasting an eight-fight winning streak, his most recent being a unanimous decision victory over former light heavyweight title challenger Thiago Santos back in March.
UFC 277 Results: Magomed Ankalaev stops Anthony Smith (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 30, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 277 main card kicks off with a key light heavyweight contest featuring Magomed Ankalaev taking on Anthony Smith. Ankalaev (17-1 MMA) will enter the bout boasting an eight-fight winning streak, his latest being a unanimous decision victory over former light heavyweight title challenger Thiago Santos. The Russians lone career setback came in the form of a submission loss to Paul Craig in 2018.
Magomed Ankalaev plans to prove Anthony Smith's time as a title contender "is over" at UFC 277
Cole Shelton - July 28, 2022
Magomed Ankalaev plans to end Anthony Smith’s time as a contender in the UFC on Saturday at UFC 277. Opening up the pay-per-view main card is a pivotal light heavyweight scrap as Ankalaev is set to face Smith in a potential title eliminator fight. Although Smith is on a three-fight winning streak and has won all three fights by stoppage, Ankalaev plans to end the impressive run and prove how much better he is.
Anthony Smith doesn't understand the hype behind Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 277 fight: "They're talking about him like he's the second coming of Jesus"
Cole Shelton - July 27, 2022
Anthony Smith doesn’t understand why people are hyping up Magomed Ankalaev so much. Smith is set to open up the UFC 277 pay-per-view card against Ankalaev in a crucial fight for the light heavyweight division. The winner could get the next title shot and heading into the fight, ‘Lionheart’ is the biggest underdog on the card at +410.
Anthony Smith responds after Donald Cerrone suggests he “fabricated” the story about his mom’s UFC seats being stolen: “I don’t have any beef with Cowboy”
Harry Kettle - June 20, 2022
Anthony Smith has clarified his Donald Cerrone & Dan Bilzerian story after ‘Cowboy’ questioned the authenticity of his remarks. A few weeks ago, Anthony Smith claimed that Donald Cerrone and Dan Bilerzian were responsible for his mother and wife not being able to take their designated seats at UFC 235 – the pay-per-view event that saw Smith challenge light heavyweight king Jon Jones for the 205-pound strap.
Donald Cerrone hits back at Anthony Smith accusing him of kicking his family out of seats: "It's strange to me"
Josh Evanoff - June 16, 2022
UFC lightweight Donald Cerrone is confused by Anthony Smith’s recent accusation against him. Last month, ‘Lionheart’ revealed on the Believe You Me podcast a run-in his family had with ‘Cowboy’ at UFC 235. While Smith was fighting in the main event against Jon Jones, his family was reportedly dealing with other issues.
Anthony Smith weighs in on Glover Teixeira vs. Jiri Prochazka: "They just made terrible decisions"
Josh Evanoff - June 13, 2022
Don’t expect UFC light-heavyweight contender Anthony Smith to fight like Glover Teixeira or Jiri Prochazka next time out. Last Saturday night in Singapore, fans were witness to one of the greatest fights in UFC history. UFC 275’s main event saw champion Glover Teixeira look to defend against Jiri Prochazka. The bout was the first title defense for the Brazilian since capturing the strap last October.
Dan Bilzerian responds after Anthony Smith accused him and Donald Cerrone of kicking his mother out of her seat at UFC 235
Fernando Quiles - May 29, 2022
Famous poker player Dan Bilzerian is playing tough guy with UFC light heavyweight Anthony Smith. Smith recently claimed that Bilzerian was intoxicated during his UFC 235 fight against Jon Jones. He alleges that Bilzerian and Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone got into an encounter with his mother over a seat and claimed Bilzerian was looking at “porn” on his phone during the event.
Anthony Smith believes “underdog” Glover Teixeira will defeat “wildman” Jiri Prochazka at UFC 275: “I think Glover is better everywhere”
Susan Cox - May 18, 2022
Anthony Smith has weighed in on who he believes will win the Glover Teixeira vs Jiri Prochazka title fight at UFC 275. UFC 275 takes place on Saturday June 11th at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore. Glover Teixeira (33-7 MMA) will enter with Octagon to face Jiri Prochazka (28-3 MMA) in the light heavyweight main event.
Anthony Smith reacts to talks of a Jan Blachowicz title shot: “All of the talk was really kind of confusing the s**t out of me”
Harry Kettle - May 18, 2022
UFC fighter Anthony Smith has admitted he’s been left feeling confused by the idea of Jan Blachowicz getting a light heavyweight title shot. Last Saturday night, Jan Blachowicz fought through some adversity to finish Aleksandar Rakic via knee injury and cement his status as one of the best 205-pounders on the planet right now. The man behind ‘Polish Power’ immediately called for a rematch against Glover Teixeira for the strap, so long as the champion can get past Jiri Prochazka at UFC 275.
Anthony Smith set to return at UFC 277 opposite Magomed Ankalaev
Susan Cox - May 4, 2022
Anthony Smith is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 277 opposite Magomed Ankalaev. The two fighters have agreed to meet on July 30, 2022 at UFC 277 for a potential No. 1 contender’s bout for the light heavyweight division.
Anthony Smith on surging UFC light heavyweight Magomed Ankalaev: “He’s not the boogeyman that everyone made him out to be”
Harry Kettle - April 5, 2022
UFC light heavyweight Anthony Smith has given his thoughts on divisional rival and rising star Magomed Ankalaev. Out of all divisions in the UFC, there’s an argument to be made that light heavyweight is the most unpredictable. From Glover Teixeira and Jan Blachowicz winning the title to a host of new faces cropping up in the top 15, things have been pretty wild since Jon Jones vacated the belt and started his transition up to heavyweight.
Chael Sonnen applauds Paul Craig for his callout of Anthony Smith: “Something has been going on with Lionheart”
Harry Kettle - March 23, 2022
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has applauded Paul Craig following his recent callout of fellow 205-pounder Anthony Smith. Last Saturday night at UFC London, Paul Craig pulled off yet another fantastic upset as he submitted Nikita Krylov to take his unbeaten run up to six fights. “Bearjew” has become a real fan favourite as a result of his unique style with the masses praising the way in which he’s been able to secure wins over some elite opponents – including Magomed Ankalaev and Jamahal Hill.
Anthony Smith responds to callout from UFC London winner Paul Craig
Harry Kettle - March 21, 2022
UFC light heavyweight Anthony Smith has responded to a recent callout from fellow contender Paul Craig. For many years now Anthony Smith has been one of the most consistent performers at 205 pounds. While he does have three defeats to his name in the weight class, he’s 7-3 overall and is currently riding a three-fight win streak – all of which came via stoppage.