Derrick Lewis News
Report | Derrick Lewis to face Alexey Oleinik in main event on August 8
Mike Pendleton - June 16, 2020
Derrick Lewis is reportedly back in action for the UFC’s heavyweight division. According to Ariel Helwani of ESPN, citing multiple sources, Lewis will be in the main event for a fight night event scheduled on August 8, and will take on Alexey Oleinik. The fight has not been made official by the UFC yet, but Helwani’s report states that verbal agreements are in place on both sides. Earlier this year Lewis revealed that doctors told him he was facing a ‘life or death‘ health situation but according to the ESPN report, although his team has said to been keeping the situation private, Lewis has been cleared to return to action.
Derrick Lewis won't be fighting during pandemic: "I can't be selfish"
Tom Taylor - April 2, 2020
Derrick Lewis is not interested in fighting until the coronavirus pandemic is under control. With a family at home, the risks of undertaking a fight camp are simply too great. Lewis weighed in on the pandemic during a recent interview with MMA Junkie.
Ilir Latifi trashes judges for Derrick Lewis decision: 'They robbed me'
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2020
At UFC 247, long-time UFC light heavyweight contender Ilir Latifi moved up to the heavyweight division to battle Derrick Lewis. While Latifi put up a good fight, he ultimately lost a decision to the hometown hero.
Derrick Lewis reveals he’s dealing with 'life or death' medical issue, was told not to fight at UFC 247
Natasha Hooper - February 11, 2020
Derrick Lewis had more on the line than simply a win or loss at UFC 247. “The Black Beast” revealed he is battling a “life and death” medical issue and was told not to fight. During Saturday night’s action at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, Lewis defeated Ilir Latifi by unanimous decision. He joined Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show to discuss his victory and shed light on his shocking medical condition.
Pros react to Derrick Lewis defeating Ilir Latifi at UFC 247
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
A heavyweight bout featuring former title challenger Derrick Lewis against Ilir Latifi took place on the main card of tonight’s UFC 247 event. Lewis (22-7 MMA) was most previously seen in action at November’s UFC 244 event, where he picked up a split decision victory over Blagoy Ivanov. ‘The Black Beast’ entered UFC 247 having gone 3-3 over his past six Octagon appearances, which included wins over Alexander Volkov and Francis Ngannou.
UFC 247 Results: Derrick Lewis defeats Ilir Latifi (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
A heavyweight bout featuring former title challenger Derrick Lewis taking on Ilir Latifi takes place on the main card of tonight’s UFC 247 event. Lewis (22-7 MMA) was last seen in action at November’s UFC 244 event, where he picked up a split decision victory over Blagoy Ivanov. ‘The Black Beast’ has gone 3-3 over his past six Octagon appearances, which includes wins over Alexander Volkov and Francis Ngannou.
Ilir Latifi says he's coming for the heavyweight division and it starts with Derrick Lewis
Cole Shelton - February 4, 2020
Ilir Latifi always wanted to fight Derrick Lewis and now he has gotten his wish. On the main card of UFC 247, Latifi will move up in weight to battle Lewis.
Derrick Lewis believes American Top Team has a hit out on him
Chris Taylor - January 11, 2020
UFC heavyweight and fan favorite Derrick Lewis (22-7 MMA) believes the folks over at American Top Team have a hit out on him. ‘The Black Beast’ is scheduled to make his Octagon return at February’s UFC 247 event in his backyard of Houston, Texas, where he will square off with divisional newcomer Ilir Latifi.
Derrick Lewis explains why he KO'd boxer in viral video
Tom Taylor - January 8, 2020
UFC heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis recently made headlines for beating the hell out of a trash-talking boxer in their gym. The incident was filmed, and immediately went viral inside the MMA bubble. See it below:
Michael Bisping announces his year-end MMA awards
Natasha Hooper - December 31, 2019
Michael Bisping recently down with co-host Luis J Gomez on his podcast to announce the long-awaited results of his Believe You Me 2019 awards. Here are the former middleweight champ’s awards:
VIDEO | UFC heavyweight Derrick Lewis KO's trash-talking boxer
Cole Shelton - December 19, 2019
Derrick Lewis was not happy with a boxer in his gym and decided to let him have it. Lewis told ESPN’s Ariel Helwani that this boxer was talking a bunch of smack to him saying boxers are better than MMA fighters.
Ilir Latifi targeted for heavyweight debut opposite Derrick Lewis
Tom Taylor - November 18, 2019
Long-time UFC light heavyweight contender Ilir Latifi is reportedly headed up to the heavyweight division. According to ESPN, the Swede will hike up to heavyweight to battle fearsome knockout artist Derrick Lewis on February 8 — though contracts are not yet signed.
Derrick Lewis believes he lost UFC 244 fight against Blagoy Ivanov: 'I could have done a lot more'
Cole Shelton - November 5, 2019
Derrick Lewis was looking to snap his two-fight losing streak at UFC 244 on Saturday. There, he was taking on Blagoy Ivanov in a very critical heavyweight fight. In the end, it was Lewis who got the split-decision win. Yet, if he was a judge, he would have awarded the win to Ivanov.
Derrick Lewis and Curtis Blaydes go back and forth over potential fight
Tom Taylor - November 4, 2019
Derrick Lewis and Curtis Blaydes, two of the UFC’s top heavyweight contenders, are seemingly on a collision course. Shortly after Lewis defeated Blagoy Ivanov by decision on the UFC 244 main card, he was targeted by Blaydes on Twitter.
UFC 244 Results: Derrick Lewis defeats Blagoy Ivanov (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 2, 2019
A key heavyweight bout featuring former title challenger Derrick Lewis taking on Blagoy Ivanov occurred on the main card of tonight’s UFC 244 event. Derrick Lewis (21-7 MMA) will be returning to the Octagon for the fist time since suffering a TKO loss to Junior dos Santos this past March at UFC Wichita.
Derrick Lewis wants to throw down with Greg Hardy after UFC 244
Natasha Hooper - November 1, 2019
Derrick Lewis is feeling in top form ahead of his UFC 244 bout this Saturday. The heavyweight beast is preparing to battle Blagoy Ivanov, but already has his sights on his next opponent. The 36-year hasn’t hidden his desire to throw down the new MMA prospect, Greg Hardy. The former NFL standout transitioned to professional MMA last year and has already fought 7 times. The 31-year old has had his fair share of controversy including domestic abuse allegations and cocaine possession. Hardy also came under fire for using an inhaler in the middle of his last fight, a three-round contest with Ben Sosoli.
Ilir Latifi welcomes heavyweight fight with Derrick Lewis
Tom Taylor - August 9, 2019
Ilir Latifi currently has his hands full with a Saturday night, UFC Uruguay showdown with Volkan Oezdemir. Yet he’s already thinking ahead to his next fight — and he’s got some big ideas. Speaking to MMA Fighting ahead of UFC Uruguay, the light heavyweight contender shared his interest in a heavyweight showdown with former title challenger Derrick Lewis.
Breaking | Derrick Lewis slated to return at UFC 244 against former WSOF champion Blagoy Ivanov
Natasha Hooper - July 31, 2019
The UFC is preparing a heavyweight bout between Derrick Lewis and Blagoy Ivanov, according to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto. The ESPN journalist reported on Twitter that the UFC is lining up a fight between the perennial heavyweight contenders at UFC 244 this November at the Madison Square Garden in New York City.