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Cain Velasquez denied bail for the second time, judge states he has a "disregard for human life"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has been denied bail once again. In late February, Velasquez was arrested for attempted murder, as well as a litany of other charges. According to reports, the former champion shot at a car and traffic and struck a man. Over the next few weeks, more news emerged about the individual who he shot at.
Tony Ferguson says he would've retired if he "didn't do good" in the first round against Michael Chandler
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
Tony Ferguson was closer to retiring than some may think. On the main card of UFC 274, Ferguson was looking to snap his three-fight losing streak when he took on Michael Chandler. ‘El Cucuy’ said he was looking to prove he is still a top contender and in order to do that, he needed to beat ‘Iron’. Unfortnately for Ferguson, the result did not go his way as he was knocked out in the second round, but in the first round, he had some success and says that is what is keeping him going.
Dustin Poirier confirms he's accepted to fight Nate Diaz multiple times in 2022: "Let's get a damn deal done"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier is tired of waiting around to fight. ‘The Diamond’ recently confirmed that he’s signed on to fight Nate Diaz twice this calendar year, but so far nothing has been booked. Poirier has been out of action since December 2021, a loss to Charles Oliveira. Following the defeat, he was quickly linked to a fight with fellow star Nate Diaz. Both men agreed to the fight multiple times on Twitter.
Now in retirement, Paul Daley announces he'd return to fight Jorge Masvidal and Nick Diaz: "Those two fights, that's it"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former Bellator welterweight contender Paul Daley confirms he’s done fighting. Well, that’s unless he’s offered a fight with Jorge Masvidal or Nick Diaz. ‘Semtex’ had his swan song last Friday night at Bellator 281 in London. The 39-year-old knocked out Wendell Giácomo in his final fight, a fitting end to his career. However, it may not be the end after all.
What's next for Jan Blachowicz and Aleksandar Rakic after UFC Vegas 54?
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 54, a light heavyweight bout headlined the card as Jan Blachowicz took on Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz was returning to action for the first time since losing his light heavyweight title to Glover Teixeira. Prior to that, he defeated Israel Adesanya to defend the belt, this after winning the vacant title by knocking out Dominick Reyes.
Paddy Pimblett tells Stephan Bonnar to “eat s**t” for previous photo snub at the UFC Fan Expo in London
Susan Cox - May 16, 2022
Paddy ‘The Baddy’ Pimblett, the up and coming UFC lightweight sensation shared his thoughts on a photo snub he received back when he was a kid in London. The Brit last fought in March of this year, defeating Rodrigo Vargas (12-5 MMA) at UFC London.
Gregor Gillespie addresses his future after being removed from the active UFC roster, claims Tony Ferguson turned him down 100 times
Cole Shelton - May 16, 2022
Gregor Gillespie has claimed Tony Ferguson has turned him down 100 times which has played a role in his inactivity. Gillespie was removed from the UFC’s rankings on Sunday and many wondered if he was released from the promotion. ‘The Fisherman’ took to Instagram to reveal that he is still on the UFC’s roster and loves being a part of the organization. Gillespie added that some of the top-10 lightweights have turned him down which has contributed to his inactivity.
Michael Chandler explains why he saved his promo-cutting skills for the UFC: “Bellator doesn’t have the best fighters in the world”
Susan Cox - May 16, 2022
Michael Chandler has explained why he saved his promo-cutting skills for the UFC. Chandler explained that while he always had the ability to cut incredible promos on the microphone, he opted to wait until he got into the UFC before he unleashed them.
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Chris Taylor - May 16, 2022
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Tony Kelley responds after being accused of racist comments during Andrea Lee fight at UFC Vegas 54: “Cancel Culture is real”
Susan Cox - May 16, 2022
Tony Kelley has responded after being accused of racist comments during the Andrea Lee fight at UFC Vegas 54. It was Andrea Lee (13-6 MMA) vs Viviane Araujo (11-3 MMA) inside the UFC Apex this past Saturday, May 14th with Lee winning by unanimous decision in the flyweight bout.
Jan Blachowicz speaks out following victory over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Vegas 54: "My body was tougher tonight"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Blachowicz has shared his view on what transpired in his win over Aleksandar Rakic. Blachowicz went one-on-one with Rakic in the main event of UFC Vegas 54. The two were going back and forth with Blachowicz finding success with the calf kicks. Rakic also got in some good shots and had some success with the takedowns.
Joanna Jedrzejczyk open to five-round rematch with Weili Zhang if the money is right
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Joanna Jedrzejczyk thinks going five rounds with Weili Zhang again is doable but she needs to see more green. Jedrzejczyk and Zhang are expected to collide on the UFC 275 PPV. The strawweight rematch is only scheduled for three rounds. This came as a disappointment to many fans as their March 2020 five-round banger is widely considered to be one of the greatest fights in MMA history.