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Daniel Cormier explains why he is against an immediate rematch between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovksi
Susan Cox - February 23, 2023
Daniel Cormier is explaining why he is against an immediate rematch between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski. It was indeed lightweight champion Islam Makhachev (24-1 MMA) vs featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski (25-2 MMA) at UFC 284 earlier this month. The super fight saw Makhachev defeat ‘The Great’ via unanimous decision, in his first title defence. Volkanovski fell short in his quest to become a two division champion, but held on to his No. 1 spot in the official UFC pound-for-pound rankings.
Sean Strickland trolls BKFC for signing Paige VanZant as their marquee fighter: “Come on guys watch us, look we signed a only fans model who cant fight”
Susan Cox - February 23, 2023
Sean Strickland is trolling BKFC for signing Paige VanZant as their marguee fighter. Paige ’12 Gauge’ VanZant (8-5 MMA) left the UFC after her bout with Amanda Ribas (10-3 MMA) at UFC 251 in July of 2020. It was there that VanZant lost via submission in round one, making her record 2-4 in her last six bouts.
Jordan Leavitt expects to "surprise a lot of people" at UFC Vegas 70 against Victor Martinez: "I think this fight will be a little bit more gritty than I would prefer"
Cole Shelton - February 22, 2023
Jordan Leavitt thought he would be fighting a lot sooner. Leavitt last competed back in July at UFC London as he took on Paddy Pimblett. It was a big opportunity for Leavitt but he suffered a submission loss. Yet, even though he lost, he says he learned a lot from that fight.
Actor Kevin James details "scary" sparring with Merab Dvalishvili: "He starts lighting me up like a Christmas tree"
Cole Shelton - February 22, 2023
Kevin James had an interesting sparring session with UFC bantamweight Merab Dvalishvili. James, who has acted in shows like The King of Queens and Everybody Loves Raymond while also being in movies like Paul Blart Mall Cop, Grown Ups, and Here Comes The Boom, was training in a gym when Dvalishvili started to work with him. James says he tagged in, when everyone in the gym knew he was an actor but Dvalishvili just assumed James was a heavyweight fighter.
Dustin Poirier accepts Islam Makhachev's call for a new title challenger: "That's the plan"
Josh Evanoff - February 22, 2023
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier has answered Islam Makhachev’s call. The Russian returned to the octagon earlier this month in the main event of UFC 284. Standing opposite the newly crowned champion was fellow titleholder Alexander Volkanovski. Despite Makhachev entering the fight a massive favorite, ‘The Great’ held his own for five rounds.
Tyron Woodley blasts KSI for ducking him after signing a contract to box the YouTuber: "You are not a real fighter"
Cole Shelton - February 22, 2023
Tyron Woodley believes YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI never truly wanted to box him but was using his name for clout. After Woodley lost back-to-back fights to Jake Paul, Paul mentioned Woodley as a possible opponent for his rival, KSI. The two sides then began negotiating a deal and Woodley says he signed a deal to box KSI but the YouTuber declined and decided to fight Dillon Danis instead.
Erin Blanchfield confident ahead of possible title shot against Valentina Shevchenko: "I've been watching her since high school"
Josh Evanoff - February 22, 2023
UFC women’s flyweight contender Erin Blanchfield believes she will be champion by the end of 2023. ‘Cold Blooded’ returned to the octagon over the weekend in the main event of UFC Vegas 69. While Blanchfield was initially slated to face Taila Santos in the headliner, the Brazilian was forced to pull out due to injury. As a result, Jessica Andrade got the nod to the main event.
Alexander Volkanovski responds after UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev asks who is next: “Give the people what they want!”
Susan Cox - February 22, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski is responding after UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev went on social media to ask “who is next”. It was almost 2 weeks ago, at UFC 284 where Islam Makhachev (24-1 MMA) defeated Alexander Volkanovski (25-2 MMA) via unanimous decision in the lightweight main event at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. And in doing so the 31-year-old Makhachev retained the lightweight belt.
Conor McGregor's lawsuit over alleged assault dropped by Dublin Woman
Lewis Simpson - February 22, 2023
Samantha Murphy, the woman who accused Conor McGregor of assaulting her on his yacht, terminated the lawsuit this Monday, a month after she had launched the case. It was claimed that McGregor assaulted Samantha on July 17, 2022, following birthday celebrations held at Ocean Beach Club in Ibiza and then at the Irishman’s yacht.
Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes set to headline UFC Fight Night event on April 22
Susan Cox - February 22, 2023
Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes is set to headline the UFC Fight Night event on April 22nd. This, according to ESPN‘s Brett Okamoto, who took to ‘Twitter’ with a picture of the two fighters and the commentary:
Aljamain Sterling says Michael Chandler has to “put together his Fight IQ” ahead of Conor McGregor fight: “You don't want people telling stories about you around the firepit”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023
UFC champion Aljamain Sterling has given Michael Chandler some advice ahead of his fight against Conor McGregor. A few weeks back, it was confirmed that Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor will coach the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. In addition to that, they will also fight one another when the season is over.
Chael Sonnen sounds off on proposed Francis Ngannou vs. Deontay Wilder MMA fight: “Why don’t we just go throw daggers?”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has questioned the proposed MMA fight between Francis Ngannou and Deontay Wilder. Ever since Francis Ngannou left the UFC, fans have been wondering what’s next for him. ‘The Predator’ made it crystal clear, above all else, that he wants to test the waters in boxing.
Tyron Woodley interested in facing Jake Paul in PFL, blasts people for saying he took a dive: "If you stand still and let someone punch you as hard as they can, you can die!"
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
Tyron Woodley believes he and Jake Paul could fight again, but this time in MMA. Woodley made his boxing debut against Paul in August of 2021, with Jake winning a split decision in a fight the former UFC champion thought he won. The two then rematched a few months later in December but this time around, it was Paul winning by KO.
UFC adds two fights to May 13 fight card including Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
The UFC has started to fill out its May 13 event with two fights being added including the return of Mackenzie Dern. According to MMAJunkie, Dern is set to face Angela Hill at strawweight on May 13 at a location TBD. Later, it was reported by Mani Mayer that Karolina Kowalkiewicz will face Vanessa Demopoulos on that same May 13 event. The location of the card has not been announced, but the main event will see Anthony Smith take on Johnny walker.
The UFC parts ways with four more fighters
Jeffrey Walter - February 21, 2023
The UFC has parted ways with another four fighters according to recent reports from @UFCRosterWatch on ‘Twitter’. It should also be noted that it has not been confirmed if all of these moves were outright releases or simply contracts which were not renewed.
Henry Cejudo claims Aljamain Sterling is "afraid of him," expects the champ to pull out and be replaced by Sean O'Malley
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
Henry Cejudo isn’t sold that his UFC 288 title fight against Aljamain Sterling on May 6 will happen. Cejudo and Sterling have been linked to a fight since UFC 284 in February and at one point were slated to compete in April at UFC 287. Most recently, ‘Funkmaster’ announced that the fight was officially set for May 6, however Cejudo wonders if Sterling will actually make the walk to the Octagon as he believes the bantamweight champ is afraid of him.
Jon Jones hoping for "reparations" from USADA regarding positive tests and calls for Daniel Cormier no-contest to be reverted to win
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones is hopeful he’ll soon have two wins over Daniel Cormier. ‘Bones’ and ‘DC’ had one of the more high-profile rivalries in MMA history. The two shared the octagon on two occasions, and also had a fight outside the cage as well. Their first meeting came at UFC 182 in January 2015, with Jones coming out on top by a unanimous decision.
Matt Brown praises UFC's Joe Rogan as the best commentator of all-time: "It's a hard job"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Some might not be a fan of UFC commentary, but Matt Brown understands it’s a tough job. The sport has come a long way in the last few decades. The UFC tried out many pairings before settling on a combination of Mike Goldberg and Joe Rogan in 2002. They stuck with the duo until 2016, and have used a rotating trio in the booth since then.