UFC News
New details released for UFC’s Anti-Doping Program as USADA partnership ends
Harry Kettle - December 29, 2023
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has released details of their new Anti-Doping Program after separating from USADA. Ever since the news was announced that the company would be parting ways with USADA, many questions arose regarding what their next steps would be. It caused concern for some, whereas others were excited to see what they would bring into the mix.
Tyron Woodley alleges that Georges St-Pierre turned down a "dumb bag" to fight him: "Eight figures"
Josh Evanoff - December 28, 2023
Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley has alleged that Georges St-Pierre turned down a massive payday against him. ‘The Chosen One’ hasn’t been seen in combat sports since a sixth-round knockout loss to Jake Paul in the boxing ring in December 2021. Since then, Tyron Woodley has been quiet about a potential return. However, he did show interest in facing ‘The Problem Child’ in his PFL debut, slated for late 2024.
Chael Sonnen reveals Israel Adesanya's return fight at UFC 300
Cole Shelton - December 28, 2023
Chael Sonnen believes he knows who and when Israel Adesanya will be making his return to the Octagon. Adesanya hasn’t fought since September when he suffered a lopsided decision loss to Sean Strickland to lose his middleweight title. Since then, Adesanya jokingly said he wouldn’t return until 2027, which he has walked back on and claimed he will be back sooner rather than later.
Colby Covington responds to 'complete scrub' Michael Chandler after prelim comment: "I'm an all-time great!"
Josh Evanoff - December 28, 2023
Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington is unhappy with Michael Chandler. ‘Chaos’ is fresh off his return to the octagon at UFC 296 earlier this month. For Colby Covington, the bout was his first in well over a year, and it didn’t go well. Facing Leon Edwards in the main event of the pay-per-view offering from Las Vegas, he was dominated. The sight of Covington losing was a delight to some, including Michael Chandler.
Colby Covington doubles down on comments about Ian Machado Garry’s marriage: “I'd be honoured to settle that”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2023
Colby Covington is doubling down on the comments he’s made regarding Ian Machado Garry’s marriage. Covington (17-4 MMA) is licking his wounds after his unanimous decision loss to Leon Edwards (22-3 MMA) at UFC 296 on December 16th. The main event welterweight title fight saw ‘Rocky’ retain the belt.
Daniel Cormier is confused why fighters are still “overlooking” UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland
Susan Cox - December 28, 2023
Daniel Cormier is confused as to why fighters are still ‘overlooking’ UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland. Strickland (28-5 MMA) is scheduled to defend his title against Dricus Du Plessis (20-2 MMA) at UFC 297 which takes place on Saturday, January 20th at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Dana White reveals he’s in talks with Conor McGregor following the Irishman’s recent UFC rant: “We’re gonna figure something out”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2023
Dana White is revealing that he’s in talks with Conor McGregor following the Irishman’s recent UFC rant. Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) and Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA), opposing TUF 31 coaches, were to battle it out in the Octagon following the conclusion of The Ultimate Fighter. Well, TUF 31 concluded in August of this year and to date there has been no announcement by Dana White and the promotion as to when the McGregor vs. Chandler bout will take place.
Michael Chandler believes Conor McGregor is postponing his UFC return in hopes of getting an “easier fight”
Susan Cox - December 28, 2023
Michael Chandler believes Conor McGregor is postponing his UFC return in hopes of getting an ‘easier fight’. The UFC and CEO Dana White lead everyone to believe that following ‘The Ultimate Fighter 31 (TUF)’ we would see opposing coaches Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) and Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) battle it out in the Octagon.
Up next! UFC Fight Night: ‘Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker 2’ Fight Card & Start Times
Harry Kettle - December 28, 2023
The first UFC event of the new year will be headlined by a blockbuster light heavyweight showdown between Magomed Ankalaev and Johnny Walker. Following UFC 296 earlier this month, the Ultimate Fighting Championship went on something of a break over the holidays – as they tend to do. Now, as we approach the new year, it’s time to get pumped up about the prospect of some massive fights that lie ahead in 2024.
Quinton Jackson reveals the one time he ended up crying in the UFC locker room: “I’m almost ashamed to say it”
Harry Kettle - December 28, 2023
Quinton Jackson has admitted that he once cried in the UFC locker room – for a fight he didn’t even take part in. Over the course of his career Quinton Jackson, better known as ‘Rampage’, has been a fan favorite in mixed martial arts. Between his electric style and larger than life personality, he’s even been able to crossover into Hollywood.
Islam Makhachev sends warning to Justin Gaethje following recent callout
Susan Cox - December 27, 2023
Islam Makhachev has sent a warning to BMF title holder Justin Gaethje following his recent callout. The current UFC lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev (25-1 MMA) is not mincing words after the most recent callout from Justin Gaethje (25-4 MMA).
Photo | Sean Strickland looks to be in phenomenal shape ahead of UFC 297
Susan Cox - December 27, 2023
Sean Strickland looks to be in phenomenal shape ahead of his first attempted title defense at next month’s UFC 297 event. It will be Sean Strickland (28-5 MMA) versus Dricus Du Plessis (20-2 MMA) in a middleweight title fight next month, on Saturday, January 20th at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.