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Francis Ngannou says fans should blame the UFC for Jon Jones fight not coming to fruition: “We both were asking for it”
Susan Cox - November 15, 2023
Francis Ngannou is saying that fans should blame the UFC for Jon Jones fight not coming to fruition. While Ngannou (17-3 MMA) was still with the UFC he did want to battle Jon Jones (27-1 MMA) in the Octagon.
Former MMA champion pleads with Mackenzie Dern to make changes to her training: “Get your ass into a judo gym or into a wrestling”
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2023
Former Strikeforce champion Josh Thomson has given his thoughts on what Mackenzie Dern can do to improve her game. Last weekend, Mackenzie Dern fell to 3-3 in her last six fights as she was decisively beaten by UFC veteran Jessica Andrade. The two battled it out on the main card of UFC 295, and from the word go, Dern just didn’t seem to be comfortable. She left her chin high, she looked off balance, and she didn’t seem at all prepared for the power coming her way from Andrade.
Coach John Kavanagh admits he was worried about Conor McGregor’s mental health after lengthy UFC hiatus: “I'm not going to lie”
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2023
John Kavanagh has admitted that he was concerned about Conor McGregor’s mental health following his long spell away from MMA. When it comes to star value in mixed martial arts, nobody is bigger than Conor McGregor. Even after more than two years away from the Octagon, the Irishman is still seen as a megastar in the sport.
Dustin Poirier “definitely open” to the idea of a trilogy fight with Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2023
Dustin Poirier has confirmed his interest in a potential trilogy fight against Justin Gaethje, perhaps at UFC 300 next year. Earlier this year at UFC 291, Dustin Poirier battled it out with Justin Gaethje over the BMF championship. After a competitive first round, ‘The Highlight’ was able to knock Poirier out cold with a nasty head kick.
Chase Hooper says UFC Vegas 82 fight against Jordan Leavitt is a battle of the "two of the least intimidating guys in UFC history"
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Chase Hooper believes he’s finally coming into his own as a fighter. Hooper is set for his second lightweight fight in the UFC as he takes on Jordan Leavitt this Saturday night at UFC Vegas 82. It will be just his second fight this year, as he previously beat Nick Fiore by decision in May.
Dana White pushes back over Donald Trump support: “Go f*** yourself.”
Zain Bando - November 14, 2023
By now, it’s well-known that UFC CEO Dana White has no filter, even regarding business relationships. Dana White, company president since 2001, appeared on Theo Von’s “This Past Weekend” podcast to discuss various topics. Still, most of the episode focused on building a successful business, allowing White to go on another classic rant.
Cory Sandhagen doesn't think Umar Nurmagomedov deserves rebooking after pulling out of their fight in August
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Cory Sandhagen doesn’t think it makes sense for him to be rebooked against Umar Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen was supposed to headline UFC Nashville back in August against Nurmagomedov. But, just over two weeks before the fight, Nurmagomedov withdrew due to an injury and was replaced by Rob Font.
PHOTO | Chael Sonnen allegedly gets Anderson Silva tattoo on his arm
Josh Evanoff - November 14, 2023
It is safe to say that the hatchet between UFC legends Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen is buried. ‘The Spider’ and ‘The American Gangster’ famously had one of the most heated rivalries in MMA history. Despite the Brazilian’s dominance at the time, his first meeting with Chael Sonnen in August 2010 was quite lopsided. The wrestler famously dominated for most of the bout, but a fifth-round submission win saw Anderson Silva retain the gold.
Sean O'Malley details "weird as hell" comment from Marlon Vera during faceoff ahead of UFC 299 rematch
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2023
Sean O’Malley says Marlon Vera made an odd comment during their faceoff last week. It was recently announced that O’Malley would defend his bantamweight title for the first time in March in the main event of UFC 299 against Marlon Vera. The two fought back in 2020 and Vera won by first-round TKO in a fight that ‘Suga’ hurt his ankle.
Paddy Pimblett explains why there is no upside to fighting Tony Ferguson at UFC 296
Susan Cox - November 14, 2023
Paddy Pimblett is explaining why there is no upside to fighting Tony Ferguson at UFC 296. UFC 296 takes place on Saturday, December 16th, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Jamahal Hill sends warning to newly crowned UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall
Susan Cox - November 14, 2023
Jamahal Hill is sending a warning to the newly crowned UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. Hill (12-1 MMA) last fought and defeated Glover Teixeira (33-9 MMA) by unanimous decision in January of this year at UFC 283, claiming the UFC light heavyweight title.
Sean Strickland continues to take jabs at Valentina Shevchenko: “I don’t know who shoots worse. A female or a Russian”
Susan Cox - November 14, 2023
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland is continuing to take jabs at Valentina Shevchenko. Strickland (28-5 MMA) is preparing for his upcoming middleweight title defence against Dricus Du Plessis (20-2 MMA) at UFC 297 which takes place this coming January at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario.
Dustin Poirier confident that Charles Oliveira is capable of dethroning Islam Makhachev: “He can win that fight”
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2023
Dustin Poirier believes that Charles Oliveira has what it takes to dethrone Islam Makhachev in a future rematch. At UFC 294, Islam Makhachev was initially scheduled to defend his UFC lightweight championship against Charles Oliveira. Unfortunately, as a result of ‘Do Bronx’ suffering a nasty cut in training, he was forced to withdraw. Alexander Volkanovski replaced him on short notice and ultimately, came up short in a knockout defeat to the star from Dagestan.
Alex Pereira reacts to Israel Adesanya’s “not very respectful” response to his callout at UFC 295
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2023
Alex Pereira has given his thoughts on Israel Adesanya’s response to his callout at UFC 295 last weekend. On Saturday night, Alex Pereira won the UFC light heavyweight championship. He did so by knocking out Jiri Prochazka, becoming the latest two-weight world champion in UFC history. The win cemented Pereira’s status as one of the most successful fighters of his generation, with many believing it also confirmed his spot in the UFC Hall of Fame one day.
Jake Paul says it’s “a shame” that Dana White isn’t willing to collaborate with PFL for Jones vs. Ngannou: “We share the same media partner?”
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2023
Jake Paul has questioned why Dana White wouldn’t be willing to co-promote with PFL for Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou. It’s well-known that fight fans want to see Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou. The only problem, of course, is that Jones is signed to UFC, and Ngannou is signed to PFL. Many have suggested that the two promotions could work together on the bout and put on a monstrous co-promotion.
Julianna Pena takes aim at “horrible” Raquel Pennington vs. Mayra Bueno Silva title fight at UFC 297
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2023
Julianna Pena has taken a shot at the upcoming Raquel Pennington vs Mayra Bueno Silva title fight at UFC 297. Over the course of the last few years, Julianna Pena hasn’t been in the business of making friends. She told the world she would defeat Amanda Nunes and capture the UFC women’s bantamweight championship, and that’s exactly what she did.
Paddy Pimblett claims Leon Edwards KO'd Ian Machado Garry in training before gym dispute
Cole Shelton - November 13, 2023
Paddy Pimblett says Leon Edwards knocked out Ian Machado Garry in training prior to their gym dispute. Recently, Edwards and Garry have butted heads as the Irishman claims he was kicked out of the gym where Edwards trains. Garry revealed the news to The Independent and says it came as a surprise as he thought having two elite welterweights training together made sense.
Jon Jones opens as a slight favorite in potential fight against Tom Aspinall
Cole Shelton - November 13, 2023
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is only a slight favorite in a potential fight against Tom Aspinall. Jones was supposed to defend his heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 295 against Stipe Miocic. However, just over two weeks out from the event, ‘Bones’ tore his pec and had to pull out of the fight.