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Rafael dos Anjos says there is only one fight that would bring him back to lightweight
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
Rafael dos Anjos will return to the octagon in the headliner of tonight’s UFC event in Rochester for a welterweight contest with Kevin Lee. The former lightweight champion, ‘RDA’, has gone 3-2 since joining the promotions 170-pound ranks in June of 2017.
Jon Jones responds to ‘roider’ comments from Thiago Santos
Chris Taylor - May 17, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones will put his title on the line in the main event of UFC 239 against surging division contender Thiago Santos. Santos recently made headlines when he trashed Jones suggesting he would be remembered as a ‘roider’ and a ‘drunk’.
UFC 239 | Thiago Santos rips ‘roider’ Jon Jones
Christopher Taylor - May 17, 2019
Surging UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos will challenge current division champ Jon Jones in the headliner of July’s UFC 239 event. The Brazilian knockout artist, Santos (21-6 MMA), is riding an impressive four fight win streak which includes finishes of Jan Blachowicz, Jimi Manuwa and Erik Anders respectively.
Tyron Woodley explains why he pulled out of Robbie Lawler rematch
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2019
Earlier today it was reported that Tyron Woodley was forced to pull out of his scheduled UFC Minneapolis main event fight against Robbie Lawler. The two were set to run it back following their first encounter at UFC 201. There, Woodley knocked out Lawler in the first round to become the new champion. “The Chosen One” was looking to get back on track after losing his belt to Kamaru Usman in his most recent octagon appearance at UFC 235. But, a hand injury has forced Woodley to pull out of the fight and he explained why on Instagram live.
Reasons to watch UFC on ESPN+ 10
Mike Straus - May 17, 2019
The Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, New York will house the action for this weekend’s UFC on ESPN+ 10. Let’s take a look at some of the more compelling reasons to tune in. The 13 fight card will culminate with a pair of lightweight fighters that have since made the move to 170 pounds. Moreover, the winner of Rafael dos Anjos and Kevin Lee will find themselves in prime position moving forward in the welterweight division.
Nate Diaz opens as betting favorite over Anthony Pettis for UFC 241 clash
Drake Riggs - May 17, 2019
Any proposed match-up involving Stockton’s own one-time UFC lightweight title challenger and season 5 of The Ultimate Fighter winner, Nate Diaz (19-11) never feels official these days until he’s actually making that walk to the Octagon. Regardless, he is indeed scheduled to make his return to action after a three-year layoff. It was recently announced that the younger of the Diaz brothers will be set to face off in a welterweight bout against the former WEC and UFC lightweight champion, Anthony “Showtime” Pettis (22-8).
Matt Serra weighs in on BJ Penn’s fighting future following UFC 237
Matheus Costa - May 17, 2019
Last saturday wasn’t a easy night for BJ Penn as he suffered his seventh straight loss at UFC 237 after being defeated by Clay Guida via unanimous decision. And while there’s a lot of fans and even fighters calling for the legend’s retirement, Mr. Penn has received a backup on his cause from a notorious former opponent. Matt Serra, a former UFC welterweight champion, spoke about Penn’s last fights on the “UFC Unfiltered Podcast”. The headcoach for Serra-Longo’s Team showed some love to “The Prodigy” and didn’t join those who want to see him hanging up his gloves – for now.
Santiago Ponzinibbio calls for Robbie Lawler fight, trashes Darren Till
Tom Taylor - May 17, 2019
When it was announced that Tyron Woodley had been forced out of his UFC Minneapolis main event rematch with Robbie Lawler with a hand injury, it opened the door for several opportunistic welterweights to attempt to step and replace him. The first to do so was Darren Till, who specified that he would fight Lawler in Minneapolis, if Lawler agreed to meet at 175 pounds rather than 170.
Dan Lambert says he has been told Covington vs. Usman is next '100 percent'
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2019
After Colby Covington beat Rafael dos Anjos at UFC 225 to win the interim welterweight title, the expectation was that he would fight Tyron Woodley for the undisputed belt. They do not like each other and it would have been one of the bigger fights of the year. However, “Chaos” was passed up not once but twice at UFC 228 and UFC 235. On those cards, Woodley beat Darren Till and then lost to Kamaru Usman. Following Usman winning the belt, UFC President Dana White said Colby Covington was next for a title shot. But for months now, nothing has been said and Usman’s manager has talked about Ben Askren or Jorge Masvidal getting the title shot instead.
Darren Till offers to step in against Robbie Lawler — with a catch
Tom Taylor - May 17, 2019
This morning, we were hit by the unfortunate news that former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley has withdrawn from his UFC Minneapolis headlining rematch with Robbie Lawler with a hand injury. The good news is that the UFC is working on finding a replacement opponent for Lawler. Former UFC welterweight title challenger Darren Till is hoping to make their job a little easier. Speaking on his official Twitter account, which he recently reactivated, Till offered to step in against Robbie Lawler in the UFC Minneapolis main event. His only stipulation is that the fight be contested at 175 pounds rather than 170 as originally planned.
Tyron Woodley out of UFC Minneapolis rematch with Robbie Lawler
Tom Taylor - May 17, 2019
Disaster has struck the upcoming UFC Minneapolis card, as former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley has been forced out of his main event rematch with Robbie Lawler. The cause of his withdrawal is a hand injury, per ESPN reporter Brett Okamoto. BREAKING: Tyron Woodley has been forced to withdraw from his June 29 bout against Robbie Lawler due to injury, per sources. UFC looking for a replacement to keep Lawler on the card in Minneapolis. More info coming soon to @ESPN.
UFC Rochester weigh in results: Kevin Lee, Rafael dos Anjos hit marks
Tom Taylor - May 17, 2019
On Saturday night, the UFC will return to our screens with the exciting look UFC Rochester card, set to air on ESPN+. The card will be topped by a welterweight contender bout between two former lightweights, as former champion Rafael dos Anjos takes on former interim title challenger Kevin Lee.
Arnold Berdon receives 4 years' probation for assault of Rachael Ostovich
Natasha Hooper - May 17, 2019
Arnold Berdon, the estranged husband of UFC flyweight fighter Rachael Ostovich has received 4 years’ probation for domestic assault charges stemming from an incident that occurred in Nov. 2018 (via MMAJunkie). The Hawaiian MMA fighter was arrested for attempted murder against Ostovich last year. The attack occurred at their home after a night out and Ostovich was forced to flee the scene from her balcony. Ostovich alleges that Berdon severely beat her, punching her in the head and ribs, even bursting her eye socket
Conor McGregor building homes for Irish families living in hotels
Drake Riggs - May 16, 2019
Of all the negative stories that can surround celebrities, there is still plenty of good and positivity to be spread and shared. And despite his status, Conor McGregor is showing that in full force back home in Ireland. ‘The Notorious’ former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion took to his Facebook page on Thursday to reveal the progress being made for his property development in Ireland that is going to help those in need.
UFC San Antonio gets six fights, Irene Aldana makes quick turnaround, Alexey Oleynik vs Walt Harris rebooked
Drake Riggs - May 16, 2019
The UFC returns to Texas for UFC San Antonio this upcoming Summer. Having already had a big flyweight showdown announced earlier this week with Liz Carmouche vs Roxanne Modafferi, Thursday brought us a whopping six more fight additions.
Anderson Silva says he is 'not retiring' eyes Jared Cannonier rematch
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2019
Anderson Silva suffered defeat on Saturday at the hands of Jared Cannonier. There, the “Killa Gorilla” threw a plethora of leg kicks, where one of which buckled Silva’s knee and ended the fight. Just like that, Silva lost in the first round for the first time since 2006. The good news out of it was the fact that the 44-year-old didn’t break his leg and avoided serious injury.
Donald Cerrone discusses decision to accept short-notice fight with Tony Ferguson
Thomas Taylor - May 16, 2019
On May 4, in the main event of UFC Ottawa, fan favorite lightweight contender Donald Cerrone picked up an impressive decision victory over Al Iaquinta. Days later, and in classic “Cowboy” fashion, he accepted a June 8 matchup with top lightweight contender Tony Ferguson. It should surprise absolutely nobody Cowboy was out doing classic Cowboy things when the UFC called up up and offered him this short-notice fighter with the streaking Ferguson. In fact, he was on a cave diving trip.
Jessica Aguilar released from UFC, found out through USADA
Drake Riggs - May 16, 2019
The 28-fight veteran in Mexico’s Jessica Aguilar (20-8) is a former World Series of Fighting champion as well as at one time the arguably No. 1 strawweight in the world. Her UFC run did not at all go according to plan as it had a little bit of everything… Except for great amounts of success. Now it has unfortunately come to an end.