UFC News
Daniel Cormier warns Colby Covington that he needs to stay active to remain relevant: “He is in no man’s land out on an island by himself”
Harry Kettle - February 3, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has issued a warning to Colby Covington regarding his status in the welterweight division. Last March, Colby Covington put an end to his rivalry with Jorge Masvidal thanks to a dominant decision win over ‘Gamebred’. However, just a few weeks later, Masvidal opted to attack Colby at a steakhouse in Miami, Florida.
Former UFC champion Jessica Andrade opens up on childhood abuse, explains why she cancelled OnlyFans account: “That was really bad for me”
Harry Kettle - February 3, 2023
Former UFC champion Jessica Andrade has opened up on the childhood abuse she suffered when she was younger. Throughout the course of her time in mixed martial arts, Jessica Andrade has always been a tough customer. Her grit, ability and determination even led to her winning the UFC strawweight championship a few years back.
Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen moves to headline UFC San Antonio
Cole Shelton - February 2, 2023
Marlon Vera and Cory Sandhagen will not be fighting in two weeks. Vera and Sandhagen were supposed to headline a Fight Night card on February 18 at the UFC Apex. However, the promotion has shifted plans as according to Sports Illustrated, Vera vs. Sandhagen will now headline UFC San Antonio on March 25.
Adam Fugitt believes he proved he "deserves" to be in the UFC with short notice fight, eyes KO win over Yusaku Kinoshita at UFC Vegas 68
Cole Shelton - February 2, 2023
Adam Fugitt believes UFC Vegas 68 is his true Octagon debut. Fugitt stepped up on short notice back at UFC 277 and suffered a third-round TKO loss to Michael Morales. However, he was a massive underdog in the fight and had some success early on which he believes proves he belongs in the Las Vegas-based promotion.
Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal could return to journeyman status with loss to Gilbert Burns: "It's do or die"
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal’s return is do or die. ‘Gamebred’ has been out of action since his clash with Colby Covington last March. In that outing, ‘Chaos’ dominated en route to a lopsided unanimous decision victory. Weeks following the bout, Masvidal reportedly assaulted Covington in a Miami restaurant.
Jamahal Hill hits back at critics who believe Jiri Prochazka is the legitimate light-heavyweight champion: "My man’s barely beat Glover"
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2023
UFC light-heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill doesn’t want to hear any talk about Jiri Prochazka. ‘Sweet Dreams’ is fresh off his showdown with Glover Teixeira at UFC 283 last month. Despite heading into the Brazilian’s home country, Hill dominated. He wound up winning the bout via a lopsided unanimous decision, becoming champion in the process.
Aljamain Sterling says Henry Cejudo title fight is delayed until May, plans to remind 'Triple C' "that he should have stayed retired
Cole Shelton - February 2, 2023
Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo has been delayed again. Sterling and Cejudo were linked to fighting one another at UFC 285 in March but that didn’t come to fruition. The hope then became to rebook the fight for April. Now, however, Sterling revealed the fight is being targeted to happen in May, but he promises the scrap will happen. When the two do share the Octagon, Sterling is confident he will get his hand raised and will serve as a reminder that Cejudo should’ve stayed retired.
Derrick Lewis slams referee Dan Miragliotta ahead of UFC Vegas 68: “He’s got a conspiracy out on me”
Susan Cox - February 2, 2023
Derrick Lewis is slamming referee Dan Miragliotta ahead of UFC Vegas 68. UFC Vegas 68 takes place this coming Saturday, February 4th at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Conor McGregor pays tribute to Tom Brady following his retirement announcement: “No finer Irish American football legend!”
Susan Cox - February 2, 2023
Conor McGregor is paying tribute to Tom Brady following his retirement announcement. NFL star quarterback, Tom Brady, who won a record seven Super Bowls for New England and Tampa Bay, has announced his retirement.
Ariel Helwani responds to criticism from UFC commentator Joe Rogan: “Especially rich coming from the guy who was pushing false narratives”
Susan Cox - February 2, 2023
Ariel Helwani is responding to criticism from UFC commentator Joe Rogan. The two very popular YouTube podcasters, Ariel Helwani on ‘The MMA Hour’ and Joe Rogan on ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’ are apparently coming to heads.
UFC veteran Matt Brown sends a warning to Jake Paul ahead of his planned crossover to MMA: “It’s a different beast”
Harry Kettle - February 2, 2023
MMA veteran Matt Brown has issued a warning to Jake Paul as he plans to make the move into mixed martial arts with PFL. Last month, Jake Paul announced that he had signed a deal to compete under the Professional Fighters League umbrella. Some were surprised, whereas others saw it as a natural progression from his time in the boxing ring.
Daniel Cormier discusses the possibility of Conor McGregor and Tony Ferguson coaching the next season of TUF
Harry Kettle - February 2, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has given his thoughts on Conor McGregor and Tony Ferguson coaching the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. As per a variety of reports, it seems as if Conor McGregor and Tony Ferguson may finally be on a collision course with one another. They’ve been linked with a fight against one another since back in 2016/2017, and now, it might actually happen.
Kyle Nelson believes he's got Doo Ho Choi "beat pretty much everywhere", expects to put him "to sleep" at UFC Vegas 68
Cole Shelton - February 1, 2023
Kyle Nelson will be dropping back down to featherweight. After Nelson lost by third-round KO to Billy Quarantillo, he said he would be moving up to lightweight for good. He then took on Jai Herbert at 155lbs but lost a decision. With that, he will now be returning to 145lbs at UFC Vegas 68 to face Doo Ho Choi.
Derrick Lewis reveals COVID-19 forced the cancellation of Serghei Spivac fight back in November: "It was a bummer"
Cole Shelton - February 1, 2023
Derrick Lewis has opened up as to why his fight against Sergehi Spivac in November was canceled. On the day of the fight, it was revealed Lewis was not feeling well and the fight was scratched. With the scrap now getting rebooked at UFC Vegas 68 on Saturday, Lewis opened up on the cancelation and revealed it is due to him catching COVID-19.
Alexander Volkanovski "surprised" Khabib won't be in Islam Makhachev's corner at UFC 284, but doesn't want that as an excuse when he wins
Cole Shelton - February 1, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski admits he was surprised to hear that Khabib Nurmagomedov wouldn’t be cornering Islam Makhachev at UFC 284. Makhachev will be looking to defend his lightweight belt for the first time when he takes on the promotions reigning featherweight champ in Volkanovski at UFC 284. In the lead-up to the highly anticipated super-fight, it was revealed that Khabib Nurmagomedov had decided to step away from MMA and wouldn’t be in the corner of Makhachev in Australia.
Jake Paul reveals one-sided rematch clause for Tommy Fury fight
Cole Shelton - February 1, 2023
Jake Paul confirms there is a rematch clause for his fight against Tommy Fury, but only for him. Paul and Fury are booked to fight on February 26 in Saudi Arabia which is the third time they have been booked. Yet, both times previously, Fury pulled out. But, this time around he has made it clear the fight will happen and he will beat Paul.
Jake Paul reacts to brother Logan's PRIME drink getting UFC sponsorship deal: "I hope UFC will share the revenue it receives with fighters"
Josh Evanoff - February 1, 2023
Jake Paul is hopeful that UFC fighters will see some of the proceeds from their recent sponsorship announcement. Earlier this week, Dana White announced that PRIME was the official drink of the UFC. While sponsorship announcements aren’t all that uncommon for the promotion, this one caught fans by surprise. The recent being that the company is owned and operated by two YouTubers.
Derrick Lewis responds to Daniel Cormier saying he's "done at the top": "You gotta say that when you've got high cholesterol, f*ck him"
Josh Evanoff - February 1, 2023
UFC heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis doesn’t care much for Daniel Cormier’s recent comments. ‘The Black Beast’ is slated to return this Saturday night in the main event of UFC Vegas 68. Lewis will face Sergey Spivac in the five-round headliner, with ‘Polar Bear’ entering the matchup having won five of his last six octagon appearances.