UFC News
UFC announces any fighter that trains under James Krause will not be permitted to fight
Cole Shelton - December 2, 2022
The UFC has released a statement on the James Krause situation. On November 5, a featherweight fight between Shayilan Nuerdanbieke and Darrick Minner took place. Minner – who is coached by Krause – was the betting underdog but in the hours before the fight, a ton of money came in on Nuerdanbieke to win and to win by KO.
Francis Ngannou reveals issues with UFC stretch back to the first fight with Stipe Miocic: "They were trying to control the narrative"
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2022
UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has been at war with the promotion longer than many realize. ‘The Predator’ has been out of the octagon since a decision victory over Ciryl Gane in January. Since that time, Ngannou has been held out of the cage due to a litany of knee injuries. Furthermore, the injury was reportedly pre-existing, meaning he fought ‘Bon Gamin’ with several torn ligaments in his knee at UFC 270.
Michael Bisping concerned that Paddy Pimblett may be “underestimating” Jared Gordon ahead of UFC 282
Susan Cox - December 2, 2022
Michael Bisping is concerned that Paddy Pimblett may be ‘underestimating’ Jared Gordon ahead of UFC 282. It will be Paddy Pimblett (19-3 MMA) vs Jared Gordon (19-5 MMA) in the co-headliner lightweight match-up on UFC 282 on Saturday December 10th at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada. It is to be ‘Baddy’s’ first pay-per-view event.
Sean O’Malley explains why the Liver King steroid revelations suck: “His nine tenets... They're all good sh*t”
Susan Cox - December 2, 2022
Sean O’Malley is explaining why the Liver King steroid revelations suck. Sean O’Malley is speaking out concerning reports of the ‘Liver King’ (Brian Johnson) allegedly using steroids.
Alberta becomes the second province to ban UFC betting
Cole Shelton - December 2, 2022
Alberta is following in Ontario’s footsteps by banning UFC betting. On Thursday, it was revealed Ontario – the most populated province in Canada – decided to ban UFC betting due to integrity concerns. The AGCO oversees the regulated gaming industry in Ontario, and requires sports governing bodies to enforce codes of conduct that include prohibitions on betting by insiders and to have sufficient integrity safeguards in place to mitigate the risk of match-fixing.
Paddy Pimblett name drops the one footballer he would like to fight in the Octagon
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2022
Paddy Pimblett has named the footballer he has a particular disdain for as he prepares for his return to the Octagon. Make no mistake about it: Paddy Pimblett is already one of the biggest stars in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Bryce Mitchell dismisses any value in beating Ilia Topuria at UFC 282: “When I beat this guy, nobody is gonna give a sh*t”
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2022
Bryce Mitchell doesn’t believe there’s a whole lot of value in him defeating Ilia Topuria at UFC 282 next weekend. In recent years, one of the most notable rising stars at featherweight has been Bryce Mitchell. The controversial 145-pounder has personality, he has talent, and he has the drive necessary to be the best.
Glover Teixeira shuts down rumored Alex Pereira vs Khamzat Chimaev fight: “This fight is all talk”
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2022
Glover Teixeira has shut down the idea of Alex Pereira defending his middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev. There’s often a lot of talk surrounding Khamzat Chimaev, with much of it coming from the man himself. ‘Borz’ regularly goes after his rivals on social media and, more often than not, makes it clear that he wants to fight as much as he possibly can. Lately, he’s been focusing his attention on UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira.
Natan Levy expects Genaro Valdez to "gas" at UFC Orlando en route to a stoppage win: "I'm looking forward to being the best fight on the card and getting a bonus"
Cole Shelton - December 1, 2022
Natan Levy is expecting to get a bonus when he faces Genaro Valdez at UFC Orlando. Levy is set to return to the Octagon at UFC Orlando on Saturday. The 31-year-old is coming off a decision win over Mike Breeden back in April but after the fight, he had to have minor surgery on his knee. Yet, the plan was to always return by the end of the year.
Stephen Thompson reveals funny story on how he spent a weekend in jail: "I'm never going back"
Cole Shelton - December 1, 2022
Stephen Thompson is known as one of, if not the nicest fighter in the UFC, but he has had a run-in with the law. Thompson is universally liked but ahead of his UFC Orlando main event fight against Kevin Holland, he revealed he spent a weekend in jail when he grew up. However, what he did was nothing serious as he says he got caught skinny dipping and quickly realized he was not cut out for jail.
Bryce Mitchell slams 'scared' Joe Rogan over not debating him on Flat Earth Theory
Josh Evanoff - December 1, 2022
Featherweight contender Bryce Mitchell is once again going after UFC commentator Joe Rogan. ‘Thug Nasty’ has been out of action since a decision win over Edson Barboza in March. The win was the biggest of the Arkansas native’s career thus far. He’s now slated to face Ilia Topuria at UFC 282 later this month.
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling announces Henry Cejudo clash likely on for March: "This fight is going to happen"
Josh Evanoff - December 1, 2022
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has confirmed Henry Cejudo is next. ‘Funk Master’ is fresh off his recent title defense at UFC 280 in October. Standing opposite the champion was T.J. Dillashaw. The former titleholder had missed over a year due to injury issues, but little did fans know that the injury problems were just getting started.
Jorge Masvidal claims Gilbert Burns callouts were a “gimmick” to gain more followers: “Keep my name out your mouth”
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Jorge Masvidal claims Gilbert Burns callouts were a ‘gimmick’ to gain more followers and tells him to ‘keep my name out of your mouth’. Masvidal (35-16 MMA) has suffered 3 losses in his last 3 fights in the Octagon. Potentially making a return in March or April of 2023 the welterweight was aiming to secure a place on the card headlined by Leon Edwards‘ first title defense.
Kevin Holland believes he would choke Henry Cejudo out in jiu-jitsu match: "I would knock Henry Cejudo the f*ck out"
Lewis Simpson - December 1, 2022
Kevin Holland has his sights set on a jiu-jitsu match with former two-division champion Henry Cejduo. Holland is set to headline this Saturday’s action-packed UFC Fight Night event in the Amway Center, Orlando, Florida, against Stephen Thompson. Considering the monumental task Holland has in front of him in ‘Wonderboy’. It came as a surprise when the 30-year-old took some shots at the Olympic gold medallist during his pre-fight media obligations.
Ontario bans UFC betting over "integrity issues"
Cole Shelton - December 1, 2022
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has banned all UFC betting, it was announced on Thursday. The AGCO decided to ban the UFC from its sportsbooks due to integrity concerns. The AGCO oversees the regulated gaming industry in Ontario, requires sports governing bodies to enforce codes of conduct that include prohibitions on betting by insiders and to have sufficient integrity safeguards in place to mitigate the risk of match-fixing.
Daniel Cormier shares his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Daniel Cormier has shared his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return. The 43 year old commentator believes McGregor, a former two-division UFC champion will return to action in 2023 and has given his insight into who he feels the Irishman will meet with inside the Octagon next.
MJF trolls Conor McGregor in latest appearance on AEW Dynamite
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
AEW star MJF gave a not-so-subtle nod to Conor McGregor during an appearance on Dynamite earlier this week. Anyone that knows Conor McGregor knows that he can be controversial from time to time. In equal measure, the same can be said for pro wrestling sensation MJF.
Rafael dos Anjos explains why he “wouldn’t be sad” if Islam Makhachev fight never comes to fruition
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
Rafael dos Anjos has explained why he wouldn’t be upset if a fight between himself and Islam Makhachev never happens. On multiple occasions across the last few years, Rafael dos Anjos and Islam Makhachev have been scheduled to fight one another. However, for whatever reason, it hasn’t quite come to fruition – whether it be due to injury or outside factors.