UFC News
Chael Sonnen predicts Conor McGregor's next opponent
Natasha Hooper - October 1, 2019
UFC analyst Chael Sonnen believes he knows who Conor McGregor is fighting next. “So I got a little inside scoop, and I don’t know if it’s even that well-kept of a secret but Conor is coming back,” Sonnen said in a video posted to his YouTube page.
Kevin Lee changes opinion, now believes Ferguson will struggle against Nurmagomedov
Natasha Hooper - October 1, 2019
Kevin Lee has been critical of UFC lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov in the past, but he appears to have changed his tune. Last month, Nurmagomedov dismantled Dustin Poirier at UFC 242 in Abu Dhabi. Many fans believed Poirier had what it took to defeat the undisputed lightweight champion, however, his efforts were futile as he was submitted by champ during the third round. Nurmagomedov is now expected to fight Tony Ferguson.
Dillon Danis aims low in latest shot at Ben Askren
Natasha Hooper - October 1, 2019
Dillon Danis has been keeping busy on social media. Last week, he alleged that he’s set for a fight against YouTube star Jake Paul. This week, he’s targeting UFC welterweight contender Ben Askren.
Brendan Schaub describes losing his love for MMA
Natasha Hooper - October 1, 2019
Before making a name for himself as a podcaster and standup comedian, Brendan Schaub was making waves as an MMA fighter. After a stint on the The Ultimate Fighter he went on to fight in the organization for 5 years. Since retiring from MMA, he has maintained a presence in the sport, co-hosting The Fighter and The Kid podcast with Bryan Callen in addition to his duties hosting Below the Belt with Brendan Schaub.
Jon Jones responds to accusations from former coach
Christopher Taylor - September 30, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has responded to accusations made by his former Jackson-Wink striking coach Frank Lester. Earlier this evening, Lester had taken to his personal Instagram page where he accused Jon Jones and the Jackson-Wink Team of doing him “dirtier” than anyone else ever has.
Tyron Woodley not open to Leon Edwards fight because he isn't 'a gatekeeper'
Cole Shelton - September 30, 2019
Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley is not interested in fighting Leon Edwards. ‘The Chosen One’ has not fought since he lost his title at UFC 235 in March to Kamaru Usman. Tyron Woodley was dominated in that fight and admitted he did not look like himself. But, given the fight was not that competitive, him getting a rematch may be out of the question.
Former Jackson-Wink striking coach goes ballistic on Jon Jones and Mike Winkeljohn
Adam Martin - September 30, 2019
Former Jackson-Wink striking coach Frank Lester wrote a scathing post on his social media ripping coach Mike Winkeljohn and UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. In the post, Lester said that both Winkeljohn and Jones did him “dirtier” than anyone else ever has, and accused Jones of owing him $13,000 in payment for duties from his last title fight. Lester says he is no longer part of the team as a result.
Report | Warrant issued for Anthony "Rumble" Johnson
Adam Martin - September 30, 2019
A warrant has been issued for former UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony “Rumble” Johnson. The news is according to a report by BloodyElbow.com’s Tim Bissell. According to the article, on September 27, Palm Beach County issued the warrant for Johnson. Court documents revealed that the reason for the warrant’s issue was due to Johnson missing a scheduled appointment for a misdemeanour domestic battery charge that Johnson had received earlier this year. The report says that Johnson had recently accepted a plea deal and also completed a court-ordered anger management program before the warrant was issued after he missed his appointment.
Jon Jones responds to Chris Weidman
Thomas Taylor - September 30, 2019
Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman is set to make his debut in the light heavyweight division when he takes on Dominick Reyes at UFC Boston — and he’s already thinking about a potential title fight with light heavyweight champ Jon Jones. “I don’t think he’s looked that good, I don’t think he’s looked as dangerous,” Weidman said of Jones on a recent episode of Submission Radio. “He’s not finishing, and I see there’s a lot of… he’s great, but I see there’s definitely holes in there.
PHOTO | Record-breaking Jorge Masvidal KO becomes mural at American Top Team
Thomas Taylor - September 30, 2019
Jorge Masvidal made his way into the UFC history books at UFC 239 when he zapped the formerly undefeated Ben Askren in a record-shattering five seconds. Now, this incredible victory is being immortalized with a mural at American Top Team, Masvidal’s long-time gym. This Masvidal mural is being done artist Ross Baines. Baines has already painted a small-scale version of the image that will ultimately end up on the wall of American Top Team.
Aljamain Sterling on Mark Madsen: 'Good luck selling that outside of Denmark’
Natasha Hooper - September 30, 2019
Aljamain Sterling isn’t convinced Mark Madsen has the personality to become a name in the UFC. The ‘Funk Master’ gave his take on the Danish fighter who made his debut in the co-main event of UFC Copenhagen last Saturday. Beast of a fighter and athlete but the personality… idk how gravitating that will be for the UFC. I mean no disrespect by this, but good luck selling that outside of Denmark
Ben Askren determined to handle loss better than Ronda Rousey
Tom Taylor - September 30, 2019
Ben Askren recently had his first taste of defeat as a pro mixed martial artist. This bitter dish was served up by Jorge Masvidal, who finished the pair’s UFC 239 fight with a flying knee knockout in just five seconds. While it’s hard to imagine a more brutal way to lose, Askren has been extremely open about this setback. That, he says, is by design. He feels anything else would have been counterproductive, and he points to the career-ending losses of Ronda Rousey as proof of that.