Dan Hardy News
Dan Hardy discusses "depressing" atmosphere being at UFC event for first time since release: "It's very much Putin's Russia in there right now"
Josh Evanoff - March 23, 2023
Former UFC commentator Dan Hardy had a couple of thoughts after attending UFC 286 last weekend. The card was headlined by a welterweight trilogy title clash between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman. Ultimately, it was ‘Rocky’ who picked up the victory by majority decision. Other excellent performances across the main card saw wins by names such as Justin Gaethje, Gunnar Nelson, and more.
Dan Hardy vs. Diego Sanchez boxing match nixed from Ricky Hatton undercard: “It kind of feels like the universe is kind of telling you something”
Susan Cox - November 9, 2022
The Dan Hardy vs Diego Sanchez boxing match has been nixed from the Ricky Hatton undercard. Yes, it was to be UFC veterans Dan Hardy vs Diego Sanchez this coming weekend in a exhibition boxing match at the AO Arena in Manchester, England.
Dan Hardy calls Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev an "assassination attempt"
Ryan Harkness - October 25, 2022
Dan Hardy continues to take shots at the UFC and Dana White, this time over their booking of Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC279. The booking was widely criticized as an attempt to send Diaz into free agency on a high profile loss. Bookies set the line at -1000 for Chimaev and +800 for Diaz, extremely wide odds that gave Nate a 9% chance of winning. Of course, the bout never happened. Chimaev came in 7.5 pounds over weight, and Diaz ended up fighting (and beating) Tony Ferguson instead.
UFC President Dana White responds to Dan Hardy’s claims that he staged his concern for Calvin Kattar following Max Holloway fight
Fernando Quiles - October 23, 2022
UFC President Dana White has fired shots at Dan Hardy. The former UFC fighter and color commentator accused White of staging concern for Calvin Kattar. Back in early 2021, footage was released of White expressing concern for Kattar after his five-round battering at the hands of Max Holloway. White informed Kattar’s cornerman that their fighter would be going straight to the hospital. Hardy expressed his belief that White’s concern was a facade to look good in front of the cameras.
Dana White responds after Leon Edwards and Dan Hardy slam the UFC for booking Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev: “They can go to the movies that night”
Harry Kettle - July 28, 2022
UFC president Dana White has responded to criticism of the promotion’s latest main event booking: Khamzat Chimaev vs Nate Diaz. For many years now Dana White has successfully promoted the Ultimate Fighting Championship brand, to the point where they were able to sell it for billions of dollars back in 2016.
Dan Hardy slams the UFC for booking Nate Diaz against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279: “Someone should start thinking about pressing charges”
Susan Cox - July 26, 2022
Dan Hardy is slamming the UFC for booking Nate Diaz against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279. It will be Nate Diaz (20-13 MMA) vs Khamzat Chimaev (11-0 MMA) at UFC 279 on Saturday, September 10th at the T-Mobile Arena, in Las Vegas.
Dan Hardy reveals boxing match with Diego Sanchez moved to November 12th
Josh Evanoff - July 25, 2022
Former UFC welterweight Dan Hardy will have to wait a bit longer to make his return to the ring. ‘The Outlaw’ has been out of competition since a knockout win over Amir Sadollah in September 2012. Following the victory, Hardy was diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. The heart condition immediately forced the fan favorite to retire.
Dan Hardy scolds Dana White for his “unnecessary disrespect” towards Nate Diaz
Susan Cox - June 24, 2022
Dan Hardy is scolding Dana White for his ‘unnecessary disrespect’ towards Nate Diaz. It was UFC President, Dana White who recently reacted to Nate Diaz once again requesting his release from the UFC. White pointed out that Diaz has won only one of his last several fights, suggesting perhaps it is time for Californian welterweight to move on.
Dan Hardy claims he is making more for Diego Sanchez boxing match than all of his UFC fights combined
Harry Kettle - April 26, 2022
Dan Hardy has made a stunning claim about the pay he’s going to receive from his exhibition boxing match against Diego Sanchez. For years now fans have been waiting to see if and when Dan Hardy would return to active competition. While it may not be happening in mixed martial arts, Hardy will in fact be competing later this year when he battles fellow veteran Diego Sanchez in an exhibition boxing showdown on the same card as Ricky Hatton’s return to the squared circle.
Dan Hardy discusses move to boxing, reveals Anderson Silva is his "dream matchup"
Josh Evanoff - April 25, 2022
Former UFC welterweight title contender Dan Hardy has discussed his return to combat sports. ‘The Outlaw’ was a fan favorite during his run in the UFC from 2008 to 2013. His run in the cage came to an end following his diagnosis of Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. However, in 2018, he announced that he was cleared to return to competition.
Michael Bisping reacts to newly announced Dan Hardy vs Diego Sanchez boxing match: “Why? That’s crazy!”
Harry Kettle - April 23, 2022
MMA analyst Michael Bisping has reacted to the news that Dan Hardy will face Diego Sanchez in an exhibition boxing match. When it was announced that Ricky Hatton would be returning to the ring for an exhibition bout, many fans were equally intrigued and a bit put off by the idea. Still, at the very least, it gives them the chance to see “The Hitman” in the ring one more time before he hangs them up for good.
Dan Hardy explains why he's boxing Diego Sanchez, confident he will KO him
Cole Shelton - April 22, 2022
Dan Hardy will be fighting again as he is set to box Diego Sanchez on July 2. Hardy has talked about returning for quite some time, this after health issues had forced him to retire. After receiving his UFC release, ‘The Outlaw’ was in talks with ONE Championship and then flirted with the idea of doing a boxing match with Tyron Woodley. However, this week news came out that he will box Diego Sanchez on Ricky Hatton’s undercard.
Dan Hardy reveals proposed comeback fight against Tyron Woodley is likely off: "He just doesn't seem to want any part of it"
Josh Evanoff - March 28, 2022
Dan Hardy’s proposed comeback fight against Tyron Woodley has seemingly fallen apart. The former UFC welterweight challenger has been out of the cage since 2012. Hardy was forced to retire following his diagnosis of Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. However, he was medically cleared in 2018 and has teased a return to fighting ever since.
Dan Hardy vs. Tyron Woodley targeted for spring of 2022
Harry Kettle - November 17, 2021
The anticipated Dan Hardy vs Tyron Woodley boxing showdown is being targeted for spring 2022, as per Ariel Helwani. For weeks now we’ve seen Dan Hardy and Tyron Woodley trade verbal shots at one another over social media. The former UFC welterweights have developed a pretty bitter feud and now, it appears as if they’re finally going to settle the score.
Dan Hardy recalls Herb Dean incident on Fight Island: "We had a back and forth conversation"
Adam D Martin - November 2, 2021
Former UFC commentator Dan Hardy recalled the Herb Dean incident on Fight Island, saying that “we had a back and forth conversation.” On Fight Island in July 2020, there was a lightweight bout between Francisco Trinaldo and Jai Herbert that had a very controversial ending. Trinaldo landed a massive punch on Herbert that appeared to knock him out, but Dean did not wave off the fight and allowed Trinaldo to land extra punches on the ground despite his opponent being knocked out. Hardy, who was working as the UFC commentator that night, got into a verbal altercation with Dean. Some believe this incident is the reason why the UFC let go of Hardy.
Dan Hardy shares the nasty DMs he received from former UFC champ Tyron Woodley
Harry Kettle - September 30, 2021
Former UFC fighter and commentator Dan Hardy has shared some of the direct messages he’s received from Tyron Woodley on social media. Over the course of the last few days we’ve seen a strange rivalry emerge between Dan Hardy and Tyron Woodley, largely focusing on Woodley’s loss to Jake Paul – countered by “The Chosen One” mocking the “Outlaw” for never winning a UFC title.
Tyron Woodley slams Dan Hardy for commenting on his Jake Paul tattoo: "You can't get cleared to thumb wrestle"
Christopher Taylor - September 27, 2021
Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley was not happy to see Dan Hardy commenting on his new ‘I love Jake Paul’ tattoo. Woodley (19-7-1 MMA, 0-1 Boxing) squared off with Paul (4-0 Boxing) on August 29 in Cleveland, Ohio. Prior to their highly anticipated contest, the pair had made a bet that if the former UFC champion lost to the YouTuber, he would have to get a ‘I love Jake Paul’ tattoo.
Nasrat Haqparast vs. Dan Hooker fight once again in jeopardy for UFC 266
Christopher Taylor - September 20, 2021
A highly anticipated lightweight bout between Nasrat Haqparast and Dan Hooker is once again in jeopardy for this Saturday’s UFC 266 event. Haqparast (13-3 MMA) and Hooker (20-10 MMA) are slated to collide on the televised prelims of this weekend’s pay-per-view event in Las Vegas.