UFC News
Nate Diaz takes to social media with cryptic message
Christopher Taylor - October 9, 2019
UFC welterweight and fan favorite Nate Diaz took to social media earlier this evening where he shared some interesting content. The Stockton native, Nate Diaz, took to Twitter with the following cryptic messages.
Paul Felder calls out Dan Hooker in a very creative way
Adam Martin - October 9, 2019
UFC lightweight Paul Felder has called out fellow top-10 contender Dan Hooker for a fight, and he did so in a very creative way. “The Irish Dragon” took to Twitter to shoot his shot. Here’s what Felder said.
Max Holloway explains why he needs to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov for his legacy
Cole Shelton - October 9, 2019
Max Holloway and Khabib Nurmagomedov have been close to sharing the Octagon two times already. Yet, both times it never came to fruition. At UFC 223, Holloway was stepping up on short notice to take on the undefeated Dagestani lightweight champion. However, on fight week he was pulled by the New York State Athletic Commission. Then, at UFC 236, all he needed to do was beat Dustin Poirier to get the shot at Nurmagomedov. Unfortunately, he lost by decision.
Justin Gaethje thinks Conor McGregor is a 'coward' for wanting to fight Frankie Edgar
Cole Shelton - October 9, 2019
Justin Gaethje doesn’t like the idea of Conor McGregor fighting Frankie Edgar. The Irishman recently revealed that he likes the respect the former lightweight champion, Edgar has shown. He also believes it is a good test for his takedown defense in hopes of getting a rematch with Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Robert Whittaker eyes early 2020 return following UFC 243 title loss
Mike Heck - October 9, 2019
Robert Whittaker is doubling down on his post-fight interview following his middleweight title loss to Israel Adesanya at UFC 243: he’s not going anywhere and already has a return timetable in mind. Whittaker had his nine-fight winning streak snapped by the surging Adesanya on Saturday night at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia. “The Reaper” came out with a very aggressive game plan and the fight finished via second round knockout for the new undisputed middleweight champion.
Michelle Waterson reacts to reports of Joanna Jedrzejczyk missing weight: 'I would still fight her'
Adam Martin - October 9, 2019
UFC strawweight contender Michelle Waterson has given her thoughts on the reports that Joanna Jedrzejczyk will miss weight before this Saturday’s UFC Tampa main event. “The Karate Hottie” spoke to Andy Whitelaw of Fox Sports Asia and spoke about her opponent potentially missing weight.
Thiago Santos wants Jon Jones when he returns, no tune-up fight necessary
Adam Martin - October 9, 2019
Top-ranked light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos says that he wants a rematch with UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones when he returns to the Octagon in 2020. He says a tune-up fight is not necessary. Santos spoke to Guilherme Cruz of MMAFighting.com and said that he desires a rematch with Jones, who edged out a controversial split decision victory at UFC 239 this past July to defend his belt. Many felt that Santos should have got the nod, and he badly wants the rematch to prove he’s the super fighter.
Opening odds released for Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya
Adam Martin - October 9, 2019
The opening odds have been released for a potential superfight between UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya. The online sportsbook Bovada opened the odds for the potential matchup. Here they are, courtesy of BestFightOdds.com.
Max Holloway is not done at lightweight
Tom Taylor - October 9, 2019
UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway was unsuccessful in his recent lightweight debut, giving up a hard-fought decision to Dustin Poirier. Despite this setback, he’s not done in the division. Speaking to MMA Fighting this week, the featherweight king divulged that he has every intention of fighting at lightweight again in the future — and perhaps in even heavier divisions.
Dan Hooker jokingly dismisses Daniel Cormier's matchmaking, DC responds
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2019
UFC lightweight Dan Hooker and former two-weight UFC champion Daniel Cormier have a difference of opinion when it comes to who Hooker should face next inside the Octagon. The Kiwi star was able to defeat Al Iaquinta at UFC 243 in Melbourne, Australia to establish himself as one to watch at 155 pounds. The next natural step would be for him to face someone higher up in the rankings, but with Raging Al fighting down the rankings to face Hooker, a lot of fans believe Dan should be doing the very same thing.
Kelvin Gastelum believes Robert Whittaker was ‘disappointing’ at UFC 243
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2019
UFC middleweight contender Kelvin Gastelum has opened up about Robert Whittaker’s performance against Israel Adesanya at UFC 243, calling it ‘disappointing’. Gastelum was speaking to MMAFighting during the recent Dominance MMA media day event as he gears up to face Darren Till at UFC 244 in New York City. The Ultimate Fighter 17 winner is coming off the back of his own defeat to The Last Stylebender which took place back at UFC 236 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Frankie Edgar on Conor McGregor fight: 'He can make the call'
Tom Taylor - October 9, 2019
Former UFC lightweight and featherweight champ Conor McGregor recently expressed interest in a fight with former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar. While Edgar plans to drop down to the bantamweight division, he has said that he’d be willing to delay those plans to fight McGregor in a heavier division. Edgar reaffirmed that feeling at Tuesday’s Dominance MMA Media Day. That being said, it doesn’t sound like he plans to wait around while McGregor deliberates.
Dana White trashes 'complete moron' Oscar De La Hoya
Tom Taylor - October 9, 2019
The beef between UFC President Dana White and Golden Boy Promotions boss Oscar De La Hoya is alive and well. Days after De La Hoya claimed that he’d knock White out in a boxing match, White has responded in venomous fashion. He did so in an interview with Sirius XM (via World Boxing News):
Anthony "Rumble" Johnson open to fighting Francis Ngannou
Adam Martin - October 8, 2019
Former UFC light heavyweight title contender Anthony “Rumble” Johnson told the media on Tuesday that he is targeting an April 2020 return to the Octagon as a heavyweight. He also said that when he comes back he is open to fighting top-ranked Francis Ngannou. Johnson was one of a number of fighters at the Dominance MMA media day in Los Angeles. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto asked Johnson if he is interested in fighting Ngannou, who is currently looking for an opponent. “Rumble” said yes, he is open to fighting “The Predator.”
Ben Askren believes a win over Demian Maia gets him top-ranked opponent
Cole Shelton - October 8, 2019
Ben Askren is looking to return to the win column in the main event of UFC Singapore when he takes on Demian Maia. Askren, of course, is coming off of a five-second flying knee knockout loss to Jorge Masvidal at UFC 239. The loss was his first as a pro and sent him down the welterweight rankings and out of the title conversation. Yet, ‘Funky’ believes a win over Maia should earn him a top-ranked opponent.
Max Holloway 'not interested' in Conor McGregor rematch right now
Cole Shelton - October 8, 2019
Conor McGregor has called out a bevy of fighters including featherweight champion, Max Holloway. The two fought back in 2013 in what was McGregor’s second UFC fight and the Irishman won by decision. Since then, both became UFC champions and lately, Max Holloway has been taking subtle jabs at McGregor. For example, he went on a Jameson whiskey tour and saying it’s the best Irish whiskey.
Jon Jones roasts 'f**king nerd' Israel Adesanya
Tom Taylor - October 8, 2019
The beef between UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya continues to sizzle. On Monday afternoon, Adesanya appeared on Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show, where he sounded off on Jones.
UFC rankings update: Israel Adesanya, Dan Hooker make huge climbs
Tom Taylor - October 8, 2019
The official UFC rankings have been updated in the wake of last weekend’s UFC 243 card, and as expected, main event winner Israel Adesanya has greatly improved his station. In addition to claiming the UFC middleweight throne by defeating Robert Whittaker on the card, Adesanya has zoomed up the pound-for-round rankings. He now holds to No. 8 spot on this prestigious list.