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Bobby Green and Arman Tsarukyan have an altercation in the hotel, 'King' claims he "socked one of his homies"
Cole Shelton - November 29, 2023
Bobby Green and Arman Tsarukyan reportedly had an altercation at the fighter hotel ahead of UFC Austin on Wednesday. Tsarukyan is set to headline the card against Beneil Dariush, while Green will face Jalin Turner in the co-main event. However, in the lead-up to the event, Green has taken shots at Tsarukyan calling him a boring and terrible fighter and someone he would never fight.
Miesha Tate uncertain on retirement heading into Julia Avila fight: "Any fight at any point could be my final fight"
Josh Evanoff - November 29, 2023
Former UFC champion Miesha Tate’s fight with Julia Avila this Saturday could be her last. ‘Cupcake’ has been out of the octagon since a unanimous decision loss to Lauren Murphy last July. That was Miesha Tate’s first down at flyweight, and she quickly announced plans to return to bantamweight post-fight. That loss to ‘Lucky’ put the former champion at 1-2 since her 2021 return.
Brendan Allen slams former teammate 'Stupid' Ian Garry amid gym beef: "Selling your soul to the devil for money"
Josh Evanoff - November 29, 2023
UFC middleweight contender Brendan Allen is frustrated by Ian Garry’s recent decisions. ‘The Future’ is currently slated to face Vicente Luque at UFC 296 next month. While some might not be aware, it’s a welterweight clash between teammates. For the bout, Ian Garry has decided to leave Kill Cliff FC for the time being and later trained at Leon Edwards’ Team Renegade.
Daniel Cormier explains why the UFC needs to upgrade Tom Aspinall to undisputed heavyweight champion
Josh Evanoff - November 29, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier believes it’s time to make Tom Aspinall the undisputed heavyweight champion. The British fighter notably returned opposite Sergei Pavlovich earlier this month at UFC 295. Famously, the fight itself only happened due to Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic being canceled. As a result, Tom Aspinall stepped up on two weeks’ notice for the interim heavyweight title clash.
Olivier Aubin-Mercier confirms his retirement from MMA with heartfelt message
Susan Cox - November 29, 2023
Olivier Aubin-Mercier has confirmed his retirement from MMA with a heartfelt message. It was following his second consecutive PFL lightweight world championship title win that Aubin-Mercier announced he was retiring from MMA and has now confirmed it on social media.
Diego Sanchez believes Ian Machado Garry’s “arrogance” will be his downfall: “Mark my words this young man gets subbed”
Susan Cox - November 29, 2023
UFC legend Diego Sanchez believes that Ian Machado Garry’s ‘arrogance’ will be his downfall. There is no doubt about it, Ian Garry (13-0 MMA) is a rising star in the UFC welterweight division.
Alistair Overeem believes tough times lie ahead for UFC champion Alex Pereira
Susan Cox - November 29, 2023
Alistair Overeem believes that tough times lie ahead for UFC champion Alex Pereira. Pereira (9-2 MMA) is the current UFC light heavyweight champion.
Marlon Vera takes aim at Sean O’Malley over previous failed drug tests: “I would like to punch cheaters in the face”
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2023
UFC bantamweight title contender Marlon Vera has taken a shot at rival Sean O’Malley over his previous issues with failed drug tests. At UFC 299 in Miami, Marlon Vera will challenge Sean O’Malley for the UFC bantamweight championship. He already holds one win over ‘Suga’ and while he wasn’t everyone’s first choice to get a title shot, he’ll be feeling confident about his chances.
Henry Cejudo weighs in on the recent drama surrounding Ian Garry: “He’s been taking L’s left and right”
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2023
UFC legend Henry Cejudo has given his thoughts on the drama surrounding UFC prospect Ian Garry. Next month at UFC 296, Ian Garry faces his toughest test to date. He will battle it out with Vicente Luque as he attempts to continue climbing the ranks in the welterweight division.
Dana White says Michael Chandler can 'wait' for Conor McGregor
Zain Bando - November 28, 2023
UFC CEO Dana White addressed the elephant in the room: Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler. The pair of UFC lightweight superstars have been eager to fight for nearly a year, this following the summer’s conclusion of the TUF 31 season.
Beneil Dariush vows to "break" Arman Tsarukyan at UFC Austin: "I'm going to go out there and put on a show"
Cole Shelton - November 28, 2023
Beneil Dariush is ready for his first UFC main event. Dariush will make the walk to the Octagon for the 23rd time on Saturday at UFC Austin against Arman Tsarukyan, and it’s his first time being in the main event.
Gilbert Burns believes he'd "destroy" Belal Muhammad in a potential rematch if he's healthy
Cole Shelton - November 28, 2023
Gilbert Burns has full confidence he would beat Belal Muhammad in a potential rematch. Burns and Muhammad fought back in May on short notice, and it was Muhammad who won a five-round decision. However, in the fight, Burns suffered a shoulder injury which has still kept him out of the Octagon, and the Brazilian believes that injury played a key role in why he lost the fight.
Joe Rogan explains why there's "some benefit" to Tony Ferguson training with David Goggins
Josh Evanoff - November 28, 2023
UFC commentator Joe Rogan isn’t entirely dismissive of Tony Ferguson’s training with David Goggins. ‘El Cucuy’ is currently slated to face Paddy Pimblett at UFC 296 next month. However, the men entering the matchup have had vastly different fortunes as of late. For his part, Tony Ferguson enters the lightweight clash riding a six-fight losing streak, last suffering a loss to Bobby Green in July.
Ian Garry reflects on near-fight with Khamzat Chimaev alongside wife in an elevator: "Have a fight with him"
Josh Evanoff - November 28, 2023
UFC stars Ian Garry and Khamzat Chimaev nearly came to blows in an elevator last year. ‘The Future’ and ‘Borz’ are two young stars who have made a lot of headlines with their brash-talking nature. Furthermore, the two have made it clear that they wish to clash one day. In fact, Ian Garry has gone as far as to refer to Khamzat Chimaev as his “dream opponent”.
Dana White teases UFC superfight announcement, without Conor McGregor: "Just popped up"
Josh Evanoff - November 28, 2023
Dana White has a major UFC superfight in the works, and it doesn’t involve Conor McGregor. ‘The Notorious’ is currently expected to face Michael Chandler at some time next year. While Conor McGregor’s return date hasn’t been announced, he’s teased that it could be at UFC 300 in April. While that might wind up being the case, Dana White does have other major bouts in the works as well.
Leaked war room photo reveals Michael Page's UFC debut booked for January
Cole Shelton - November 28, 2023
Michael Page appears to be a UFC fighter. It has been well-documented that Page is a current free agent and he and the UFC have both expressed interest in working with one another. Although both sides have shown interest in a deal getting done, nothing has been made official.
Paddy Pimblett names two potential opponents for after he beats Tony Ferguson at UFC 296
Susan Cox - November 28, 2023
Paddy Pimblett has already named two potential opponents for after he beats Tony Ferguson at UFC 296. Yes, optimistically, ‘The Baddy’ believes he will defeat Tony Ferguson on December 16th and already has other fighters in his sights.
Demetrious Johnson ranks himself at No. 2 amongst MMA’s greatest fighters of all-time: “Nobody has been able to do what I’ve been able to”
Susan Cox - November 28, 2023
Demetrious Johnson is ranking himself No. 2 amongst MMA’s greatest fighters of all-time. ‘Mighty Mouse’ (25-4 MMA) currently fights in the lightweight division of ONE Championship and has 5 wins and 1 loss under that banner. Johnson most recently fought and defeated Adriano Moraes (20-5 MMA) this past May.