According to coach Eric Albarracin, Aljamain Sterling should thank Henry Cejudo for their UFC 288 fight helping bring in 700,000 PPV buys. After a stunning knockout on March 6th, 2021 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, Cejudo was crowned the new bantamweight champion of the world. The fight between two of MMA’s biggest stars […]
Video: Sterling on Featherweight Move and Avoiding Fights
Aljamain Sterling became the undisputed UFC bantamweight champion last weekend after defeating Henry Cejudo at UFC 259. After the fight, many fans began to speculate that Sterling might move up to featherweight in his next bout. In a recent interview with ESPN, Sterling was asked if he would consider taking on any of the top […]
Video: Covington says Adesanya Fight in Future
Colby Covington is determined to become the UFC welterweight champion and make his mark in the MMA world. After recently being named the number one contender for current champion Leon Edwards, Covington has already turned his attention towards potential future fights with champions Israel Adesanya and Islam Makhachev. Covington expressed an interest in facing off […]
Official: Holly Holm vs. Bueno Silva Headlining UFC in July
On July 15th, the UFC will host their next event with Holly Holm set to take on Mayra Bueno Silva in a bantamweight main event. It’s a big opportunity for both fighters as they look to position themselves for a shot at the title and Holm looks to work her way back into contention following […]
Merab still willing to Fight Cejudo while Injured
Merab Dvalishvili clarified his injury status Wednesday, confirming he’s more than willing to fight Henry Cejudo despite limitations. The mixed martial artist appeared on “The MMA Hour” and declared no problem when asked if he was open to facing the Olympic gold medalist and two-division titleholder in an Aug. 19 showdown in Boston. Dvalishvili had […]
Texas Commission: Nate Diaz will Face [Strict] Marijuana Testing for Paul Fight
Nate Diaz was caught off guard at a press conference Tuesday when informed of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation’s (TDLR) zero tolerance policy on marijuana. The TDLR, which is in charge of overseeing combat sports in the state, has a strict 50 ng/ml THC threshold where any level over that will result in […]
Robbie Lawler announces he will Retire After UFC 290 Bout
Robbie Lawler is set to hang up his gloves after an incredible 22-year career in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA). The former UFC Welterweight Champion will make his final appearance at UFC 290, which takes place on July 8th in Las Vegas as part of International Fight Week. Lawler has been a mainstay […]
Aspinall vs. Tybura Official as Headliners of UFC London
Tom Aspinall will get the chance to headline another card in his home country as he takes on Marcin Tybura in the main event of UFC London on July 22. The heavyweight matchup was announced by UFC president Dana White Wednesday and will be a five round affair. It’s expected to be an explosive fight […]
Nate Diaz says it’s “Inevitable” he Finishes McGregor Trilogy
Nate Diaz’s return to the UFC may still be a few fights away, but his boxing bout against Jake Paul on August 5th has already created one of the biggest waves in combat sports this year. The former lightweight and welterweight champion is looking to get back into contention for a world title once his […]
Video: McGregor Puts hands on Chandler in New TUF Promo
MMA has seen the likes of many iconic matchups, none more noteworthy than when Conor McGregor faces off with Michael Chandler in the new Ultimate Fighter trailer. The two had their first meeting during filming for Season 31 of the show and it looks to be one that fans won’t soon forget as things got […]