Mike Perry News
Darren Till wants to take Mike Perry up on his offer, will pay $5k to be in his corner
Cole Shelton - October 5, 2020
Darren Till is hoping to be the lucky fan to be in Mike Perry’s corner at UFC 255. On Sunday, Perry took to social media to say whoever pays him the most amount of money can be in his corner with his girlfriend at UFC 255 when he fights Robbie Lawler.
Mike Perry offers fans the opportunity to be in his corner against Robbie Lawler
Adam Martin - October 4, 2020
UFC welterweight Mike Perry is offering the chance to be in his corner for his next fight against Robbie Lawler to the highest bidder. Perry takes on Lawler in what is expected to be a fan-friendly brawl at UFC 255 later in November. In Perry’s last fight against Mickey Gall, a unanimous decision victory for Perry, he only had one corner person when his girlfriend Latory Gonzalez cornered him in a win. Perry was both praised and criticized for the decision to not have an MMA coach or even a fighter in his corner but instead just his girlfriend. However, he did win the fight against Gall.
Photo | Mike Perry gets a new tattoo, pledges his life to girlfriend Latory Gonzalez
Adam D Martin - October 4, 2020
UFC welterweight fan favorite Mike Perry got a new tattoo on the inside of his lips and pledged his life to his girlfriend Latory Gonzalez. The always-controversial Perry posted a photo of his new tattoo in a new Instagram post, and fans are torn on it. Check out the new tattoo below and make your own judgment.
Mike Perry reacts to Robbie Lawler booking
Tom Taylor - September 25, 2020
“Platinum” Mike Perry seems to be pretty excited for his newly announced fight with former UFC welterweight champion “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler. News of this dynamite welterweight matchup was reported by ESPN on Thursday. The fight will go down at UFC 255 on November 21.
Mike Perry sends a message to rising UFC star Khamzat Chimaev
Christopher Taylor - September 20, 2020
Mike Perry sent a message to rising star Khamzat Chimaev following his impressive 17-second knockout victory over Gerald Meerschaert at UFC Vegas 11. The Swedish standout, Chimaev (9-0 MMA), picked up his third UFC victory in the past ninety days at last night’s event after landing a perfectly timed right hand on the chin of his opponent in Meerschaert.
Mike Perry to Nick Diaz: "You ain't gangsta"
Tom Taylor - September 11, 2020
Mike Perry is ramping up the trash talk as he attempts to position himself for a fight with returning former Strikeforce welterweight champ Nick Diaz. Diaz has not fought since a 2015 No Contest with former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva, but recently laid out plans for a comeback in early 2021.
Mike Perry sends a taunting message to “old man” Nick Diaz: “You can cut a cheque and I’ll show up”
Cole Shelton - September 10, 2020
Mike Perry is the latest fighter that has called out Nick Diaz. The fan-favorite in Perry took to social media to send a couple of taunting messages to Diaz calling him out after it was reported he would return in 2021. Immediately, fans started to call for fights like the Robbie Lawler rematch or a scrap with Jorge Masvidal. Yet, “Platinum” believes he should be the one to welcome Diaz back to the Octagon.
Mike Perry names eight fighters on his "death wish" list
Tom Taylor - August 31, 2020
Fan favorite UFC welterweight star “Platinum” Mike Perry has shared a list of eight fighters that are currently in his crosshairs. Perry shared the post, which was made by a fan, on his official Instagram post, but later deleted it.
Mike Perry, Latory Gonzalez announce they're having a baby
Tom Taylor - July 28, 2020
UFC welterweight “Platinum” Mike Perry and his girlfriend Latory Gonzalez have announced they’re having a baby together. Gonzalez announced the news on Instagram on Tuesday, adding that their son is due on January 12.
Mike Perry’s ex-wife tried to obtain a protective order against the UFC welterweight earlier this year but was denied
Natasha Hooper - July 28, 2020
Mike Perry’s ex-wife Danielle Nickerson allegedly tried to obtain a protective order against the UFC welterweight for threatening physical harm approximately a year ago. Nickerson, 28, sought a protective order against her ex-husband, 28, which was denied after she “failed to allege facts sufficient,” according to court documents.
Photo | Mike Perry has been having "terrorizing workouts" with Yoel Romero
Tom Taylor - July 27, 2020
UFC welterweight star “Platinum” Mike Perry is training with long-time middleweight contender Yoel Romero in South Florida. Perry, who is riding a big victory over Mickey Gall, recently expressed interest in training with Romero in hopes of preparing for a middleweight grudge match with Darren Till.
Mike Perry sends message to Darren Till ahead of Fight Island main event
Tom Taylor - July 23, 2020
“Platinum” Mike Perry has sent a message to his rival Darren Till, who is set to take on former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker this Saturday. Perry and Till have had a complicated relationship over their time in the UFC.
Darren Till responds to Mike Perry's eye-poke threat: "That's not going to happen"
Tom Taylor - July 20, 2020
Darren Till and Mike Perry have had an interesting relationship over the course of their time in the UFC. Initially, the pair were rivals in the welterweight division, and were seemingly destined to clash in the Octagon. Then, they seemed to form something of a friendship, and even partook in a sparring session together. More recently, however, their relationship has regressed, and Perry is now chomping at the bit for the chance to fight Till—despite the fact that the Brit has moved up to the middleweight division.
VIDEO | Henry Cejudo goes to bat for Mike Perry, claims ‘Platinum’ is innocent
Natasha Hooper - July 20, 2020
The former UFC bantamweight and flyweight champion, Henry Cejudo, has backed Mike Perry following his alleged bar fight in Texas, as the pair shrugged off any negativity in a video posted to social media. Perry, a welterweight, allegedly punched an older gentleman in a bar during an outing with his girlfriend earlier this month.
Dana White comments on Mike Perry situation: "That's not normal behavior"
Tom Taylor - July 10, 2020
UFC President Dana White has commented on the recent troubles of polarizing welterweight star “Platinum” Mike Perry. Earlier this week, footage surfaced that seemed to show Perry getting violent with a number of patrons a restaurant in Texas, and ultimately knocking a man unconcious.
UFC releases statement on Mike Perry, says he needs to complete treatment before fighting again
Cole Shelton - July 9, 2020
The UFC has released a statement following the incident involving welterweight Mike Perry. On Wednesday evening video got released showing Perry punching an older man in a bar, where he appeared to knock him out. He could also be heard yelling the N-word and screaming at patrons of the bar. The video was disturbing, and immediately many MMA fans called for “Platinum” to be released. They also wondered whether or not the UFC would comment on the matter.
Report | Mike Perry allegedly assaulted three individuals, could face theft charges
Natasha Hooper - July 9, 2020
Mike Perry allegedly assaulted three individuals at a restaurant and could also reportedly face theft charges. Yesterday, a video was released of the welterweight punching an older man.
VIDEO | Mike Perry involved in bar fight, caught dropping man with punch
Adam Martin - July 8, 2020
UFC welterweight Mike Perry was allegedly involved in a recent bar fight that was captured on video and posted and social media. Twitter user @MMAEejit posted the video on his social media on Wednesday night. The user added that the video was from last night, though we don’t know for sure when the incident in question took place. It’s worth noting in the video that Perry has a “Fight Island” t-shirt on.