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Dan Hooker discusses kissing Joe Rogan’s head after UFC 281 win: “One of the best things I’ve ever tasted in my life”
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2022
UFC star Dan Hooker has joked about kissing Joe Rogan’s head following his big win at UFC 281 last weekend. After a torrid run of form as of late, Dan Hooker finally got back to winning ways at UFC 281. He went head to head with Claudio Puelles, returning to his previous weight class of 155 pounds.
Paulo Costa claims he doesn’t have a deal to fight Robert Whittaker at UFC 284: “I don’t have a deal to fight in Perth”
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2022
Paulo Costa has claimed that he doesn’t have a deal in place to fight Robert Whittaker at UFC 284 next year. For the longest time now, Paulo Costa has served as a part-time UFC fighter, part-time troll on Twitter. The Brazilian may be annoying to some, but to others, he’s absolutely hilarious.
Fernie Garcia says his "back is against the wall" against Brady Hiestand after "dissapointing" UFC debut: "I see a war"
Cole Shelton - November 17, 2022
Fernie Garcia believes the pressure is on him to prove to everyone just how good he is. Garcia lost his UFC debut by decision to Journey Newson back at UFC 274 in May. It was a disappointing performance for Garcia who was frustrated that he didn’t fight like himself.
Video | Greg Hardy, Hasim Rahman Jr. have an intense faceoff, forced to be separated ahead of their fight
Cole Shelton - November 17, 2022
Greg Hardy and Hasim Rahman Jr. went face-to-face ahead of their boxing match on Saturday. Hardy and Rahman Jr. are set to meet on KSI’s Misfits 003 card in Austin, Texas. Originally, Rahman Jr. was supposed to headline the event against Vitor Belfort but the former UFC fighter was forced out of the matchup after testing positive for COVID-19. Another former UFC fighter then stepped in as Hardy took the fight on less than a week’s notice.
Bellator champion Vadim Nemkov reflects on 2015 loss to UFC champion Jiri Prochazka: "Maybe one day we'll cross paths and fight again"
Josh Evanoff - November 17, 2022
Bellator light-heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov could go for a rematch with UFC light-heavyweight titleholder Jiri Prochazka. The Russian is set to return tomorrow night at Bellator 288 against Corey Anderson. The bout will be a rematch of their first encounter from April, in the finals of Bellator’s light-heavyweight Grand Prix. In their first bout, ‘Overtime’ was dominating en route to a no-contest after a third-round headbutt.
Joe Rogan praises Israel Adesanya's response to loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 281: "The way he responded to that loss is better than anybody ever"
Josh Evanoff - November 17, 2022
Joe Rogan has praised Israel Adesanya‘s response following his loss at UFC 281. Last Saturday night, ‘The Last Stylebender’ returned to the octagon for yet another title defense. Standing opposite Adesanya was former kickboxing champion, Alex Pereira. In kickboxing, the two men already faced off twice, with the Brazilian winning both times.
Aljamain Sterling confident he can outwrestle Olympic gold medalist Henry Cejudo: “He’s just so much smaller”
Lewis Simpson - November 17, 2022
Despite Henry Cejudo being a credentialled wrestler, Aljamain Sterling fancies his chances in beating the Olympic gold medallist in a freestyle match. Sterling recently made the second defence of his bantamweight title at UFC 280 by stopping TJ Dillashaw in the second round. The victory marked the 33-year-olds eighth consecutive win in the division. The bantamweight division is arguably the most stacked in the UFC at the moment, which leaves fans wondering who will embark as the next contender for the 135-pound strap.
Jorge Masvidal responds to ducking accusations from Gilbert Burns
Lewis Simpson - November 17, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has broken his silence after recent accusations thrown his direction by Gilbert Burns. The former two-time welterweight title challenger responded in a big way after receiving multiple callouts and accusations from Burns. Burns has publicly stated that Masvidal has turned him down on numerous occasions.
Rashad Evans reveals the brutal mistake he made during one of his previous weight cuts: “I was crying”
Harry Kettle - November 17, 2022
UFC legend Rashad Evans has spoken about the big mistake he made when cutting weight for one of his fights. The process of weight cutting in mixed martial arts is, more often than not, awful. It’s strenuous, it impacts the body, and it can have long-term effects.
Sean O’Malley explains why he “liked” referee stoppage in Alex Pereira's TKO win over Israel Adesanya: “Dude, that was trending in a bad way”
Harry Kettle - November 17, 2022
Sean O’Malley has explained why he was a fan of the referee’s stoppage during the closing moments of Alex Pereira vs Israel Adesanya. In the main event of UFC 281, Alex Pereira shook up the middleweight division.
Dustin Poirier reveals he got even with Michael Chandler by committing his own foul at UFC 281: “I bit the s**t out of his fingers”
Harry Kettle - November 17, 2022
Dustin Poirier has revealed that he bit Michael Chandler during their now-controversial exchange at UFC 281. Last weekend at UFC 281, Dustin Poirier submitted Michael Chandler after a three-round war at Madison Square Garden. In the midst of their battle, Chandler appeared to put his fingers in Poirier’s mouth in order to secure a choke.
Anthony Smith shoots down the idea of a rematch with Ryan Spann: “He’s my b*tch forever and he knows it”
Harry Kettle - November 17, 2022
Anthony Smith has dismissed the idea of a rematch against Ryan Spann following his big win at UFC 281. While he may serve as a great pundit, many forget that Anthony Smith is still an elite level light heavyweight. He lost to Magomed Ankalaev in his last outing, but in reality, there’s no shame in that.
Derrick Lewis believes his back is "against the wall" ahead of UFC Vegas 65 main event against Serghei Spivac: "I’m almost at the end of my career"
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2022
Derrick Lewis is hoping to get back into the win column in a big way on Saturday night. Lewis is set to headline UFC Vegas 65 against Serghei Spivac as ‘The Black Beast’ looks to snap his two-fight losing skid. He has been finished in both of his last bouts, losing by second-round KO to Tai Tuivasa in February and first-round TKO to Sergey Pavlovich in July.
Vince Morales excited for Miles Johns fight, plans to "do something spectacular" at UFC Vegas 65: "We will both meet in the middle and find right hands"
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2022
Vince Morales was happy when Miles Johns stepped up on short notice to fight him. Morales was supposed to face Jose Johnson, which is a fight Morales didn’t want. He and Johnson have trained in the past and have become close which also includes them playing video games with one another. So, when he pulled out and Johns replaced him at UFC Vegas 65, Morales was excited.
Gilbert Burns willing to face "anyone" after Jorge Masvidal turns down UFC 283 showdown: "I don't care"
Josh Evanoff - November 16, 2022
UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns just wants a fight at this point. ‘Durinho’ has been out of action since his loss to Khamzat Chimaev in April. Although he lost by unanimous decision, Burns’ stock went up in defeat. The Brazilian is the only fighter to challenge ‘Borz’ to any reasonable degree in the UFC so far.
Renato Moicano suggests himself as Conor McGregor's comeback opponent: "Moicano wants the money, McGregor has the money"
Josh Evanoff - November 16, 2022
UFC lightweight contender Renato Moicano would love to welcome back Conor McGregor. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. During the defeat to ‘The Diamond’, McGregor broke his leg. Due to the devastating injury, he’s been forced to spend well over a year on the sidelines.
Israel Adesanya's team releases statement after 'The Last Stylebender' was reportedly arrested at JFK airport
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2022
Israel Adesanya’s manager Tim Simpson has released a statement about ‘The Last Stylebender’ being arrested at JFK airport in New York. According to TMZ Sports, Adesanya was arrested for alleged criminal possession of a weapon at JFK airport. The former middleweight champion was apparently busted while going through security with metal knuckles. The arrest was made by the Port Authority Police Department near the TSA screening area near the American Airlines terminal around 1:57 PM.
Dustin Poirier shoots down clash with Beneil Dariush next: "That one's not super exciting"
Josh Evanoff - November 16, 2022
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier isn’t very high on a clash with Beneil Dariush. ‘The Diamond’ returned to action last weekend at UFC 281 in Madison Square Garden. Standing opposite the former interim champion was Michael Chandler. ‘Iron’ was fresh off his knockout win over Tony Ferguson in May and was again on the hunt for gold.