UFC News
UFC legend Stephan Bonnar passes away at age 45
Chris Taylor - December 24, 2022
Tragic news struck the MMA world on Christmas Eve as it was announced that UFC legend Stephan Bonnar has passed away. The UFC announced the news on their official Twitter page with the following post:
Daniel Cormier advises Sean O’Malley to “steer clear” of one contender at bantamweight
Susan Cox - December 23, 2022
Former UFC champion Daniel Cormier is advising Sean O’Malley to ‘steer clear’ of one contender at bantamweight. Sean O’Malley (16-1 MMA) most recently defeated Petr Yan (16-4 MMA) this past October at UFC 280. That victory made ‘Sugar’ the No. 1 ranked 135 pounder.
Brandon Royval details "frustrating" end to 2022, expects to face Matheus Nicolau next: "It would be an interesting style to fight"
Cole Shelton - December 23, 2022
Brandon Royval has had a rough ending to 2022. Royval kicked off the year in January with a decision win over Rogerio Bontorin and then submitted Matt Schnell in May. He was then booked to face Askar Askarov in October but the Russian botched his weight cut and the fight was off.
Former UFC champion Rose Namajunas set for grappling match with Gillian Robertson on December 30th
Josh Evanoff - December 23, 2022
Former UFC women’s strawweight champion Rose Namajunas will be hitting the mats soon. ‘Thug Rose’ has been out of action since her rematch with Carla Esparza in May. Their first meeting seven years previous saw ‘Cookie Monster’ dominate to become the inaugural strawweight champion.
UFC featherweight Lando Vannata reveals details of stopping home invasion: "Stay strapped"
Josh Evanoff - December 23, 2022
Just a few days out from Christmas, UFC featherweight Lando Vannata had his Die Hard moment. ‘Groovy’ is a fan-favorite octagon veteran, having been in the promotion for nearly seven years. During his time in the promotion, he’s shared the UFC cage with incredible names, including Tony Ferguson, Bobby Green, Marc Diakiese, and more.
Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen set to headline UFC Fight Night event on February 18
Susan Cox - December 23, 2022
Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen are set to headline UFC Fight Night on Saturday, February 18, 2023. Shakiel Mahjouri took to ‘Twitter‘ with the announcement:
Audio released of Colby Covington‘s interview with police detectives following alleged attack by Jorge Masvidal
Susan Cox - December 23, 2022
The audio of Colby Covington’s interview with police detectives following the alleged attack by Jorge Masvidal has been released. It all started at UFC 272 in March of this year when Colby Covington (17-3 MMA) defeated Jorge Masvidal (35-16 MMA) in the welterweight main event.
Dana White explains how a cocaine scandal led to the UFC’s billion dollar deal with ESPN
Susan Cox - December 23, 2022
Dana White is explaining how a cocaine scandal led to the UFC’s billion dollar deal with ESPN. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) rakes in hundreds of millions of dollars for its owners and investors.
Deron Winn released by the Ultimate Fighting Championship following recent fainting incident at UFC Vegas 66
Harry Kettle - December 23, 2022
UFC fighter Deron Winn has been released by the promotion following a recent accident that led to his fight at UFC Vegas 66 being cancelled. Upon first entering the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Deron Winn was receiving a lot of buzz. Many saw him as the successor to Daniel Cormier, a man he knew quite well.
Khamzat Chimaev to corner Ramzan Kadyrov’s son for his MMA debut
Harry Kettle - December 23, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev is reportedly set to corner Ramzan Kadyrov’s son for his mixed martial arts debut later today. The influence of Ramzan Kadyrov in mixed martial arts cannot be overstated. For years now, he’s been associated with a string of fights across the entire sport.
Shogun Rua confirms UFC 283 will be his "farewell" fight: "I know it's time to stop"
Cole Shelton - December 22, 2022
Shogun Rua will be fighting for the final time at UFC 283. Rua is set to fight back at home in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on January 23 as he takes on Ihor Potieria in the pay-per-view opener. When he makes the walk to the Octagon it will be his 42nd professional fight and 24th fight in the UFC, but it will also be his last.
Drew Dober explains why Dustin Poirier could be a problem for Islam Makhachev
Andrew Whitelaw - December 22, 2022
Drew Dober is on an impressive run of form. The American has won his last three on the bounce with all of those victories coming via stoppage. In fact, his last six wins have all been finishes. Dober’s last loss came against Brad Ridell last year as he dropped a unanimous decision – but still walked away with a bonus for Fight of the Night. Prior to that, the Bellator veteran was submitted by the champion, Islam Makhachev.
“They're not silly”: Alex Volkanovski ready for 'calculated striking' from Islam Makhachev
Andrew Whitelaw - December 22, 2022
Alex Volkanovski knows he’s dealing with a formidable team ahead of his UFC Lightweight title clash with Islam Makhachev at UFC 284 in Perth. Just like his mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Dagestani is famed for his wrestling. The AKA fighter’s overwhelming top pressure has seen him rack up a remarkable 11-fight winning streak with five straight finishes in his last five fights.
Daniel Cormier questions why USADA is "randomly" testing Jiri Prochazka more than Jon Jones: "Where are his damn tests?"
Josh Evanoff - December 22, 2022
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier isn’t exactly thrilled with who USADA is choosing to test. The anti-doping organization has taken a lot of heat over the last few months. Conor McGregor, who’s been out of action with a broken leg, was seemingly allowed to exit the testing pool to possibly use banned substances. In the past, USADA has stated that one has to retire, or be released, to not be tested.
Mike Goldberg discusses moment of closure with Dana White after UFC release in 2016: "Thank you for everything"
Josh Evanoff - December 22, 2022
Former UFC commentator Mike Goldberg has revealed that he did eventually get closure with Dana White. The play-by-play commentator was a vital figure in the early days of the mixed-martial-arts promotion. In 1997, made his debut on UFC Japan: Ultimate Japan, and was the man behind the mic as Kazushi Sakuraba fought his way through the heavyweight tournament.
Video | New footage released of Jorge Masvidal in custody after alleged Colby Covington incident
Cole Shelton - December 22, 2022
New footage of Jorge Masvidal in custody following his alleged attack on Colby Covington has been released. In March, it was reported that Masvidal and Covington got into a scuffle at Miami Beach restaurant Papi Steak and police were called. According to the reports, Masvidal went to the restaurant with a surgical mask on and his hood up and sucker-punched Covington twice. Those punches allegedly broke Covington’s tooth and he had an abrasion on his wrist.
Chael Sonnen rejects plea deal, will take battery charge to trial
Harry Kettle - December 22, 2022
MMA analyst and former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen has rejected a plea deal and will take his battery charge to trial. Back in December 2021, Chael Sonnen was accused of attacking several individuals at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas. A couple, Julie and Christopher Stellpflug, said that Sonnen had struck them both and initiated a fight. They suggested he was intoxicated, as he went on to attack a string of other security guards.
Conor McGregor praises Leon Edwards for knockout of Kamaru Usman: “This is EVERYTHING of the year!”
Harry Kettle - December 22, 2022
Conor McGregor has once again heaped praise on Leon Edwards for his UFC 278 knockout win over Kamaru Usman. If there’s one thing Conor McGregor understands in this world, it’s mixed martial arts. The Irishman is a former two-weight UFC champion and in addition to that, he’s the biggest star the sport has ever seen.