UFC News
Conor McGregor hints at 2019 comeback
Thomas Taylor - December 17, 2018
It definitely seems like former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion Conor McGregor is planning on fighting again in 2019. On Monday evening, the MMA superstar took to Twitter with a hint that he’ll be throwing more of his patented rocket-fuelled punches in the New Year.
PHOTO | Brian Ortega reveals Wolverine-like healing skills post-UFC 231
Drake Riggs - December 17, 2018
At UFC 231 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, one of the most highly anticipated matchups in recent memory took place as two men battled over the UFC featherweight crown. To say that Brian Ortega took some damage in that fight against Max Holloway would be a bit of an understatement. But you wouldn’t know it just by looking at him today.
Recovering Sean O'Malley aims for Summer return
Drake Riggs - December 17, 2018
One of if not the brightest prospect to come from Dana White’s Tuesday Night Contender Series is the bantamweight division’s ‘Sugar’ Sean O’Malley. Unfortunately for the 24-year old star in the making, he’s been sidelined since March with injury as well as a suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC).
EXCLUSIVE | Geoff Neal: Waiter by day, UFC fighter by night
Cole Shelton - December 17, 2018
Geoff Neal may very well have earned the 2018 Knockout of the Year honors with his UFC 228 head-kick knockout of Frank Camacho, but he’s not resting on his laurels. On January 19, when the UFC debuts on ESPN+ in Brooklyn, New York, Neal will take a big step up in competition as he battles Belal Muhammad. Muhammad is currently 14-2 as a professional, and there is no question that this will be Neal’s toughest fight to date.
Jorge Masvidal responds to Nick Diaz shutting down UFC 235 fight
Tom Taylor - December 17, 2018
Over the last few weeks, fight fans have been very excited about a potential fight between Nick Diaz and Jorge Masvidal, which was expected to occur at UFC 235 on March 2. Unfortunately, it doesn’t sound like it’s happening after all. On Sunday night, Nick Diaz threw a wrench into this planned Jorge Masvidal fight.
EXCLUSIVE | Colby Covington wants to join Ronda Rousey on tag team against Becky Lynch and Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - December 17, 2018
UFC welterweight star Colby Covington has long flirted with the idea of a move to the WWE ring, but these days, when he’s having an increasingly difficult time getting his long-desired title fight with Tyron Woodley, he’s finding a move to the pro wrestling world more appealing than ever. He’s spoken to his training partner Bobby Lashley, as well as other WWE stars like Ronda Rousey and Paul Heyman, and he’s heard that the organization treats its athletes with great respect.
Conor McGregor appears in Irish court, gets driving charges dropped
Tom Taylor - December 17, 2018
Conor McGregor is still dealing with a six-month driving ban for repeated speeding infractions, but he was able to dodge another driving-related charge in court in Dublin on Monday. The Irish MMA superstar was appearing court after being accused of driving without a license or insurance when stopped by the police in July. Because he was unable to produce these documents when he was pulled over, he was charged with driving without documentation. McGregor, of course, was licensed at the time, and was able to produce all the required documents and paperwork to indicate this fact ahead of his hearing. As a result, all charges were dropped (h/t RT.com).
EXCLUSIVE | Colby Covington opens up on 'corrupt stuff' keeping Woodley fight from being made
Tom Taylor - December 17, 2018
Colby Covington and Tyron Woodley are the two halves of arguably the most heated rivalry in MMA today. The two top welterweights, who used to share a training space at American Top Team, are now sworn enemies. Yet there is one thing they can agree on: they want to fight each other next. Covington and Woodley’s mutual desire to be locked in the cage together is particularly pertinent lately, given that the UFC has recently moved to give Kamaru Usman the next shot at Woodley’s title. Usman has even received a bout agreement for the fight.
Lightweight veteran Bobby Green announces retirement following UFC Milwaukee loss
Tom Taylor - December 17, 2018
On Saturday night in Milwaukee, veteran UFC lightweight Bobby Green stepped into the cage with dangerous prospect Drakkar Klose. Despite a solid effort, Green ultimately gave up a unanimous decision loss to his foe. Shortly after this defeat, Bobby Green took Instagram, where he announced his retirement from MMA — though this post has since been deleted.
Tyron Woodley fires back at "punch drunk" Nick Diaz
Christopher Taylor - December 16, 2018
A fight between current UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley and former Strikeforce title holder Nick Diaz has been rumored to be in the works in the past. Unfortunately for fight fans, the proposed Woodley vs. Diaz contest never came to fruition.
Nick Diaz denies Jorge Masvidal fight, claims he will "walk through" Tyron Woodley
Christopher Taylor - December 16, 2018
Last month UFC President Dana White told ESPN that former Strikeforce welterweight champion Nick Diaz would return to the octagon at March’s UFC 235 event against Jorge Masvidal. The news was exciting for fight fans, as Nick Diaz has not competed in nearly for years. The native of Stockton, California was most recently seen in action at UFC 183, where he suffered a decision loss to Anderson Silva. That result was eventually overturned to a no-contest, this after “The Spider” tested positive for PED’s and Diaz was flagged for marijuana.
Jeremy Stephens vs Zabit Magomedsharipov targeted for UFC 235
Drake Riggs - December 16, 2018
UFC 235 is still in its infancy when it comes to card building. But what we’re getting so far is looking pretty darn good. A new potential matchup has now surfaced.
Colby Covington warns Kevin Lee not to come to the welterweight division
Tom Taylor - December 16, 2018
Last night, in the main event of the action-packed UFC Milwaukee card, Kevin Lee came up short for a second time against Al Iaquinta, giving up a hard-fought unanimous decision to his rival. Post-fight, a distraught Kevin Lee admitted that this loss to Al Iaquinta has him considering a move up to the 170-pound welterweight division, where he would have to endure a less taxing weight cut.
What's next for UFC Milwaukee lightweights?
Cole Shelton - December 16, 2018
Last night, the UFC held its final show on FOX and had two very important lightweight fights as the main and co-main events. Both fights had major implications on the rankings and on the contendership situation. In the end, Al Iaquinta defeated Kevin Lee by unanimous decision in the main event, while in the co-main, Edson Barboza put on a dominating performance with a TKO win over Dan Hooker. With these wins, Iaquinta will surely soar up the rankings, while Edson Barboza is likely to hover around the number five spot. The biggest question to emerge from the card is what will Kevin Lee do next. Many believe he should go up to welterweight, but he is one of many fighters clamoring for a 165-pound division.
Coach updates on health of 'concussed' Dan Hooker after tough loss to Edson Barboza
Tom Taylor - December 16, 2018
On Saturday night, in the co-main event of UFC Milwaukee, streaking UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker stepped into the cage with Brazilian knockout artist Edson Barboza in what was easily one of the biggest tests of his career thus far. Hooker flaunted unbelievable toughness and heart in this contest, but was decisively walloped by his Brazilian opponent throughout, absorbing dozens of strikes to the legs, body and head, and ultimately stopped in the third round.
VIDEO | UFC stars pay tribute to FOX after final broadcast on network
Tom Taylor - December 16, 2018
Last night, the UFC touched down in Milwaukee with UFC on FOX 31 — the promotion’s final card on the network before moving to ESPN in the New Year. Mid-way through this broadcast, we got a four-minute tribute to the seven years that the UFC spent on FOX. If nothing else, it provided an interesting trip down memory lane.
Kevin Lee issues emotional statement following loss to Al Iaquinta
Christopher Taylor - December 15, 2018
UFC lightweight standouts Kevin Lee and Al Iaquinta went to war in the headliner of tonight’s UFC on FOX 31 event in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. After five rounds of thrilling back and forth action, the fight went to the judges scorecards for decision.
Khabib Nurmagomedov sends Kevin Lee a message following his loss at UFC Milwaukee
Christopher Taylor - December 15, 2018
Current UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov was clearly watching tonight’s UFC Milwaukee main event fight between fellow 155-pounders Kevin Lee and Al Iaquinta. Shortly following Kevin Lee’s unanimous decision loss to Al Iaquinta in tonight’s UFC on FOX 31 main event, “The Eagle” took to Twitter where he delivered the following message to “The Motown Phenom”.