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Ray Borg issues emotional statement on controversial loss to Casey Kenny
Tom Taylor - March 31, 2019
What's next for UFC Philadelphia main event fighters?
Cole Shelton - March 31, 2019
The Octagon returned to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Saturday night for UFC on ESPN 2. In the main event, Justin Gaethje was taking on Edson Barboza in a fight that promised to bring fireworks. Ultimately, the fight delivered as Gaethje ended up knocking out Barboza in the first round. Now, Gaethje could very well be one win away from a title shot. Meanwhile, Barboza will have to take a step back in his next fight.
Conor McGregor challenges ‘Hollywood actress’ Mark Wahlberg for UFC shares
Christopher Taylor - March 30, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor recently retired from the sport of mixed martial arts, but he’s still issuing challenges. McGregor took aim at Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg on Saturday night, suggesting the pair fight for “all the shares”.
Pros react after Justin Gaethje KO's Edson Barboza at UFC Philadelphia
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A key lightweight bout between perennial division contenders Justin Gaethje and Edson Barboza headlined tonight’s UFC Philadelphia event. Gaethje entered tonight’s main event on the heels of a first round knockout victory over James Vick at UFC Lincoln.
UFC Philadelphia Results: Justin Gaethje KO's Edson Barboza (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A key lightweight bout between perennial division contenders Edson Barboza and Justin Gaethje headlined tonight’s UFC Philadelphia event. The former World Series of Fighting lightweight champion, Justin Gaethje, enters tonight’s main event looking to build off the momentum of his first-round knockout victory over James Vick this past August at UFC Lincoln.
UFC Philadelphia Results: Jack Hermansson submits David Branch (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
UFC Philadelphia Results: Josh Emmett KO's Michael Johnson (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A featherweight bout between Josh Emmett and Michael Johnson took place during tonight’s UFC Philadelphia main card on ESPN. Josh Emmett (13-2 MMA) enters tonight’s fight looking to rebound, this after suffering a knockout loss to Jeremey Stephens in his most recent appearance in February of 2018.
UFC Philadelphia Results: Michelle Waterson defeats Karolina Kowalkiewicz (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A key women’s strawweight bout between fab favorites Karolina Kowalkiewicz and Michelle Waterson took place on tonight’s UFC Philadelphia main card. Karolina Kowalkiewicz enters the octagon for the first time since suffering a devastating knockout loss to Jessica Andrade at UFC 228.
“Grateful” Coach Kavanagh pays tribute to his recently retired pupil Conor McGregor
Christopher Taylor - March 30, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor shocked the mixed martial arts community earlier this week when he unexpectedly announced his retirement from MMA. The 30-year-old Irish superstar took to Twitter where he issued the following statement.
UFC Philadelphia: Barboza vs. Gaethje Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
The octagon returns to Pennsylvania this evening for UFC Philadelphia, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by a lightweight scrap between Edson Barboza and Justin Gaethje. The former World Series of Fighting lightweight champion, Gaethje, will be looking to build off the momentum of his first-round knockout victory over James Vick this past August in Lincoln.
Conor McGregor demands the UFC corrects Aldo win before any more talks commence
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Conor McGregor is adamant that his knockout victory over Jose Aldo at UFC 194 took place in twelve seconds, not thirteen. The former two-division UFC champion, McGregor, took to Twitter where he shared video proof of his claim, this while demanding that the promotion adjust the record books before any “talks” commence.
Khabib Nurmagomedov will be back in September
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Current UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will be back in September, this according to UFC President Dana White. “The Eagle”, who was last seen in action against Conor McGregor this past October, is currently serving a suspension for his involvement in the now infamous UFC 229 post-fight brawl.
Michael Bisping fires back at Tim Sylvia over Hall of Fame comments
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Earlier this month it was announced that former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping would be getting inducted into the promotions Hall of Fame later this summer in Las Vegas. It was a rather easy selection for UFC officials, as “The Count” was not only one of the most winningest fighters in promotional history, but he was also the UFC’s first ever British champion.
Kevin Lee explains why welterweight is the UFC's 'marquee division'
Cole Shelton - March 29, 2019
Former UFC interim lightweight title challenger Kevin Lee is moving up to welterweight. On May 18, he is set to take on Rafael dos Anjos in the main event of UFC Rochester. Lee explained his decision to jump up a weight class and take on “RDA” during a recent interview.
Michelle Waterson believes it's time for atomweights in the UFC, 'Give them a place to shine'
Drake Riggs - March 29, 2019
‘The Karate Hottie’ Michelle Waterson is back in action tomorrow night at UFC Philadelphia when she faces off with perennial top 10 strawweight contender and former title challenger, Poland’s Karolina Kowalkiewicz. A win for Waterson will put her on her first three-fight winning streak at 115-pounds since 2012. Prior to her UFC debut in July 2015, the JacksonWink MMA product had established herself as one of the world’s best atomweight fighters as she would earn the Invicta FC title in her second fight after dropping down to the division in October 2012. Waterson would dethrone the then champion, Jessica Penne in an instant classic before going on to defend the belt once.
Ben Askren vs Jorge Masvidal close to finalization
Drake Riggs - March 29, 2019
Following his big promotional debut victory at UFC 235, ‘Funky’ former Bellator and ONE Championship welterweight king, Ben Askren made it clear who he wanted for his sophomore appearance. And that was the winner of UFC London’s headliner which saw Darren Till face Jorge Masvidal. The man known as ‘Gamebred’ would end up walking away victorious with the violent second-round knockout over his British opponent.
More reasons to watch UFC Philadelphia
Mike Straus - March 29, 2019
The world leader in MMA sets up shop at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for UFC on ESPN 2. If the ultra-violent main event featuring Edson Barboza and Justin Gaethje isn’t enough to make you want to tune in on Saturday night, you might not have a pulse.
UFC Featherweights Bryce Mitchell, Dan Ige Angle for Summer Showdown
Nolan King - March 29, 2019
Two of the UFC’s top 145-pound up-and-comers, Bryce Mitchell and Dan Ige, are hoping to square off in the octagon this summer. The feud presumably stems from Mitchell’s ongoing back-and-forth with Ige’s close friend and boss, Ali Abdelaziz.
Jose Aldo still isn't sure he'll be able to fight at UFC 237
Tom Taylor - March 29, 2019
Former UFC featherweight champ Jose Aldo is currently scheduled for a UFC 227 showdown with streaking contender Alexander Volkanovski. But unfortunately, an infection Aldo sustained in wrestling practice has thrust this matchup into jeopardy. Jose Aldo updated on the situation at a scrum in Brazil this week.
Jon Jones and Valentina Shevchenko open as gargantuan betting favorites over Santos, Eye
Tom Taylor - March 28, 2019
The oddsmakers don’t have a lot of faith in Thiago Santos. For all the Brazilian’s ferocious, fight-altering power, he’s being effectively counted out by the bookies ahead of his UFC 239 showdown with seemingly unbeatable UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. The online bookmaker BetOnline has labelled Jon Jones as a huge -800 favorite, which means you’d have to successfully bet $800 to win $100 (h/t MMA Fighting). Santos, meanwhile, is a near 6-1 underdog at +575. That means that a successful $100 bet on him would earn you $575.