Cory Sandhagen News
Pro fighters make their picks for Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen
Cole Shelton - March 22, 2023
In the main event of UFC San Antonio, a banger of a bantamweight bout goes down as Marlon Vera takes on Cory Sandhagen. Heading into the fight, Vera is a +145 underdog while the American is a -175 favorite. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the scrap. The pros slightly lean towards Sandhagen winning as he will be more active on the feet to get a decision.
Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen moves to headline UFC San Antonio
Cole Shelton - February 2, 2023
Marlon Vera and Cory Sandhagen will not be fighting in two weeks. Vera and Sandhagen were supposed to headline a Fight Night card on February 18 at the UFC Apex. However, the promotion has shifted plans as according to Sports Illustrated, Vera vs. Sandhagen will now headline UFC San Antonio on March 25.
Cory Sandhagen shares bold prediction for Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo title fight: “I think Cejudo will be able to stuff all his shots”
Harry Kettle - January 11, 2023
UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen has shared an interesting prediction for the proposed Aljamain Sterling vs Henry Cejudo fight. For months now, fans have been discussing the possibility of Alajamin Sterling defending the UFC bantamweight title against Henry Cejudo. While some may not like it, the UFC does seem to believe it’s the right direction of travel.
Cory Sandhagen disappointed TJ Dillashaw fought Aljamain Sterling injured and held up the division: "I think that he showed a giant lack of compassion"
Cole Shelton - January 5, 2023
Cory Sandhagen was frustrated to see TJ Dillashaw fight Aljamain Sterling for the belt when he was clearly injured. In the co-main event of UFC 280, Sterling was looking to defend his belt for the second time when he faced Dillashaw in a fight many fans were looking forward to. Yet, right away, Dillashaw popped his shoulder out multiple times and lost by second-round TKO.
Cory Sandhagen wants revenge on UFC champion Aljamain Sterling: “If he does move up, I’ll probably follow him”
Harry Kettle - January 5, 2023
Cory Sandhagen has made it clear that he wants revenge on former opponent and UFC champion Aljamain Sterling. There’s no denying that Cory Sandhagen is a top contender at bantamweight. While he may have lost back to back fights against Petr Yan and TJ Dillashaw, he bounced back with a thoroughly impressive win over Song Yadong.
Cory Sandhagen explains why he's "more deserving" of a title shot than Sean O'Malley
Cole Shelton - January 4, 2023
Cory Sandhagen believes he should get a title shot before Sean O’Malley. Sandhagen is set to headline a Fight Night card on February 18 against Marlon Vera in a big fight for the bantamweight division. However, the top of the division is a murky one with Alajmain Sterling and Henry Cejudo linked to a fight and O’Malley likely getting the winner.
Cory Sandhagen claps back at Marlon Vera for fight-ducking accusations
Susan Cox - October 27, 2022
Cory Sandhagen is clapping back against Marlon Vera for his fight-ducking accusations. Marlon Vera (20-7 MMA) has spoken out about the UFC offering him a fight with Cory Sandhagen (15-4 MMA) on short notice for the UFC Fight Night 214 main event which takes place on Saturday, November 5. Apparently, Sandhagen turned down the fight and Vera has taken issue with that.
Marlon Vera blasts Cory Sandhagen for turning down UFC main event slot: "Why you f*cking call me out?"
Josh Evanoff - October 24, 2022
UFC bantamweight contender Marlon Vera isn’t happy with Cory Sandhagen. ‘Chito’ has been out of action since his headlining role against Dominick Cruz in August. In that outing, Vera scored a stellar fourth-round knockout to move his winning streak to four. He’d previously scored victories over Rob Font, Frankie Edgar, and Davey Grant.
What's next for Cory Sandhagen and Song Yadong after UFC Vegas 60?
Cole Shelton - September 19, 2022
Cory Sandhagen calls for a showdown with Marlon Vera next: "That's what a lot of fans want to see"
Josh Evanoff - September 19, 2022
UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen would like a clash with Marlon Vera next. ‘The Sandman’ is fresh off his UFC Vegas 60 main event with Song Yadong. The bout was an important one for the former title challenger. Heading into the headliner, Sandhagen had two straight bouts against T.J. Dillashaw and Petr Yan.
Cory Sandhagen on Aljamain Sterling vs. TJ Dillashaw: "I have Aljamain kind of picked in this one"
Fernando Quiles - September 18, 2022
Cory Sandhagen has shared his thoughts on the upcoming UFC Bantamweight Championship fight between titleholder Aljamain Sterling and TJ Dillashaw. Sterling is set to put his 135-pound gold on the line against Dillashaw at UFC 280 on September 22. The action will be held inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. The main event will feature a UFC Lightweight Championship bout between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev.
Cory Sandhagen wishes UFC Vegas 60 bout against Song Yadong ended differently: "That was kind of a bummer"
Fernando Quiles - September 18, 2022
Cory Sandhagen scored a TKO victory over Song Yadong, but he didn’t do so in the way he wanted to. Sandhagen and Yadong clashed in the main event of UFC Vegas 60. The two traded leather inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This one almost made it to the fifth round, but it was not meant to be.
Pros react after Cory Sandhagen TKO's Song Yadong at UFC Vegas 60
Chris Taylor - September 17, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 60 event was headlined by a key bantamweight contest between perennial contenders Cory Sandhagen and Song Yadong. Sandhagen (15-4 MMA), 30, was hoping to snap a two-fight losing skid this evening. ‘Sandman’ had suffered decision defeats to former UFC champions Petr Yan (16-3 MMA) and T.J. Dillashaw (17-4 MMA) in his most previous efforts.
UFC Vegas 60: ‘Sandhagen vs. Song’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - September 17, 2022
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 60 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Song Yadong. Sandhagen (14-4 MMA), 30, is hoping for a win to put his previous 2 losses behind him. ‘Sandman’ was defeated by Petr Yan (16-3 MMA) by unanimous decision last October at UFC 267. In July of 2021 he lost to T.J. Dillashaw (17-4 MMA).
Cory Sandhagen explains why he doesn't mind fighting down in the ranks to face Song Yadong: "He brings a danger that it’s easy for me to wake up for"
Cole Shelton - September 15, 2022
Cory Sandhagen didn’t expect to be fighting Song Yadong but he is excited about the matchup. Sandhagen has not fought since last October when he suffered a decision loss to Petr Yan for the interim bantamweight title. After the loss, he wanted some time off and will now headline UFC Vegas 60 on Saturday against Song Yadong. Although it’s not the fight he expected, Sandhagen believes Yadong is a tough challenge and that is why he’s so excited about the fight.
Pro fighters make their picks for Cory Sandhagen vs. Song Yadong
Cole Shelton - September 15, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 60 on Saturday at the UFC Apex, Cory Sandhagen looks to return to the win column against Song Yadong. Heading into the fight, Sandhagen is a -215 favorite while the 10th-ranked bantamweight is a +164 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. Most of the pros believe this is too much of a step-up for Yadong and expect Sandhagen to get back into the win column in a big way.
Song Yadong believes he may earn a title shot with a finish of Cory Sandhagen: "I think this is just the beginning"
Josh Evanoff - September 14, 2022
UFC bantamweight Song Yadong believes he’s close to fighting for gold. The 24-year-old has been out of action since his fight with Marlon Moraes in March. In that outing, the Chinese fighter scored a first-round knockout over the Brazilian. The victory was his third in a row and the most important win of his career to date.
Cory Sandhagen details what Aljamain Sterling should do different in rematch with Petr Yan at UFC 273
Harry Kettle - April 1, 2022
UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen has given his thoughts on what Aljamain Sterling needs to do differently in his Petr Yan rematch. While he may not have held a title in the UFC, Cory Sandhagen is still one of the most impressive bantamweight fighters out there. He’s been involved in some incredibly intriguing match-ups throughout the course of his run with the promotion and in that time, he’s come face to face with both Aljamain Sterling and Petr Yan.
Rob Font vs. Cory Sandhagen next "makes sense," says coach Tyson Chartier
Cole Shelton - January 14, 2022
Tyson Chartier was proud of Rob Font as he believes he fought a very good fight against Jose Aldo. Font had a ton of success but there were a couple of points where he made a mistake and Aldo capitalized and dropped him. According to Chartier, he believes the first knockdown that broke Font’s orbital bone set the tone for the rest of the scrap, as Aldo won a decision. Yet, he is proud of his pupil as he believes they can take a lot of good from it.