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Conor McGregor responds to "woeful" challenge from UFC veteran Matt Brown
Lewis Simpson - May 17, 2023
Conor McGregor has responded to what he calls a “woeful” challenge from UFC veteran Matt Brown. Following Brown’s knockout over Court McGee this past Saturday at UFC Charlotte, he caught the attention of McGregor, who wants something he has.
UFC Charlotte fighter salaries: Matt Brown takes home top payout
Harry Kettle - May 17, 2023
UFC veteran Matt Brown earned the highest payout from UFC Charlotte over the weekend as the fighter salaries are officially released. On Saturday night, we were treated to a night full of great action from the Ultimate Fighting Championship. From a heavyweight submission in the main event to seven total finishes, the city of Charlotte certainly got what it came for.
Conor McGregor vows to surpass Matt Brown’s KO record, ‘The Immortal’ responds
Harry Kettle - May 15, 2023
Conor McGregor has vowed to break Matt Brown’s UFC knockout record – and the 42-year-old veteran has responded. Later this year, Conor McGregor is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. After two years away, he’ll go head to head with Michael Chandler. Prior to that, though, we’ll be seeing the Irishman on our screens every week in The Ultimate Fighter.
Pros react after Matt Brown KO's Court McGee at UFC on ABC 4
Chris Taylor - May 13, 2023
A welterweight bout between veterans Matt Brown and Court McGee served as today’s UFC on ABC 4 featured prelim. Brown (24-19 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a split decision setback to Bryan Barberena in his most previous effort in March of 2022. Prior to that loss, ‘The Immortal‘ was coming off a brutal knockout win over Dhiego Lima in June of 2021.
Matt Brown plans to make a "statement" with KO win over Court McGee at UFC Charlotte: "I'm going to show I could do many more whether I choose to or not"
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2023
Matt Brown will finally be back in action this weekend. Brown last fought at UFC Columbus in March of last year where he dropped a split decision to Bryan Barberena. It was a fight he thought he won, and since then injuries have kept him out of the Octagon. However, he is now back to full health and will fight at UFC Charlotte against Court McGee, which he is excited for.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 122 with Jairzinho Rozenstruik, Matt Brown, Alex Morono, Cody Stamann, Gabe Green, and Bryan Battle
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2023
The 122nd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Charlotte on Saturday. We’re first joined by ninth-ranked UFC heavyweight and one-half of the main event Jairzinho Rozenstruik (2:45). UFC welterweight Matt Brown (15:14) then comes on. UFC welterweight Alex Morono (29:16) then comes on. Next, UFC bantamweight Cody Stamann (46:46) joins the show. Closing out the program is UFC welterweights Gabe Green (1:04:13) and Bryan Battle (1:18:49).
Matt Brown praises UFC's Joe Rogan as the best commentator of all-time: "It's a hard job"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Some might not be a fan of UFC commentary, but Matt Brown understands it’s a tough job. The sport has come a long way in the last few decades. The UFC tried out many pairings before settling on a combination of Mike Goldberg and Joe Rogan in 2002. They stuck with the duo until 2016, and have used a rotating trio in the booth since then.
Matt Brown announces he will be fighting fellow UFC veteran Court McGee in May: “I’m ready to go in there and smash his f**king face”
Harry Kettle - February 15, 2023
UFC fighter Matt Brown has announced that he will return to the Octagon on May 13 to battle fellow veteran Court McGee. Many legendary fighters have come and gone in the UFC, but few have been as durable as Matt Brown and Court McGee. Brown made his debut all the way back in June 2008, whereas McGee’s first appearance was in June 2010.
Henry Cejudo “beats Aljamain and destroys Sean O’Malley” according to UFC veteran Matt Brown
Fernando Quiles - January 8, 2023
Henry Cejudo will defeat Aljamain Sterling and dismantle Sean O’Malley if UFC veteran Matt Brown’s prediction comes true. Sterling, the reigning UFC Bantamweight Champion, has said that a showdown with Cejudo is likely to take place in March. Cejudo’s manager told MMAFighting that the bout was a done deal.
UFC veteran labels Belal Muhammad as the “biggest threat” at welterweight: “I think Belal beats Khamzat”
Harry Kettle - January 4, 2023
UFC veteran Matt Brown has called Belal Muhammad the biggest threat at welterweight as we head into the new year. Right now, the welterweight division is on fire. There are may top guys battling it out at the top of the division and currently, Leon Edwards is the champion. He earned that title after viciously knocking out Kamaru Usman last summer.
Matt Brown explains why he sides with Jake Shields over Mike Jackson following recent altercation: “If you’re a UFC fighter, you’re opening yourself to those consequences”
Susan Cox - December 21, 2022
Matt Brown is explaining why he sides with Jakes Shields over Mike Jackson following their recent altercation. Brown (23-19 MMA) has taken a side after the physical altercation occurred between Shields and Jackson at the UFC PI in Las Vegas.
Matt Brown discusses the recent betting scandal surrounding James Krause and the UFC: “I’ve never seen anything like this”
Susan Cox - December 6, 2022
Matt Brown is discussing the recent betting scandal surrounding James Krause and the UFC. James Krause, retired fighter and veteran coach at Glory MMA and Fitness Gym in Missouri is currently under suspension by the Nevada Athletic Commission as an ongoing investigation into betting irregularities is underway.
Matt Brown and Bryan Barberena verbally agree to rematch following epic battle at UFC Columbus
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2022
UFC welterweights Matt Brown and Bryan Barberena have verbally agreed to square off once again in a rematch down the road. Last Saturday at UFC Columbus, Matt Brown and Bryan Barberena fought to a Fight of the Night in what proved to be a bout that far exceeded expectations at 170 pounds. Both individuals had their moments but ultimately, Barberena was deemed to be the victor after a split decision was awarded to him by the judges.
Matt Brown reacts following split decision loss to Bryan Barberena at UFC Columbus
Fernando Quiles - March 27, 2022
Matt Brown fell short in his recent outing and he’s spoken out about it. This past Saturday night (March 26), Brown shared the Octagon with Bryan Barberena. The two did battle on the main card of UFC Columbus. The bout went the distance and in the end, it was Barberena who ended up getting his hand raised via split decision.
Pros react after Matt Brown and Bryan Barberena go to war at UFC Columbus
Chris Taylor - March 26, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Columbus main card featured a welterweight bout pitting hometown favorite Matt Brown against fellow brawler Bryan Barberena. Brown (23-19 MMA) had most previously competed in June of 2021, where scored a sensational second round knockout over Dhiego Lima. That win had snapped a two-fight losing skid for the Ohio native, as ‘Immortal’ had previously suffered setbacks to Carlos Condit and Miguel Baeza.
UFC Columbus Results: Bryan Barberena defeats Matt Brown (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 26, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Columbus main card features a welterweight bout pitting hometown favorite Matt Brown against fellow brawler Bryan Barberena. Brown (23-18 MMA) last competed in June of 2021, where scored a sensational second round knockout over Dhiego Lima. That win snapped a two-fight losing skid for the Ohio native, as ‘Immortal’ had previously suffered setbacks to Carlos Condit and Miguel Baeza.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 72 with Chris Daukaus, Max Griffin, and Matt Brown
Cole Shelton - March 22, 2022
The 72nd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is here ahead of UFC Columbus on Saturday. We’re first joined by one-half of the main event and eighth-ranked heavyweight, Chris Daukaus (2:15). UFC welterweight, Max Griffin (25:10) then joins the program. Closing out the show is UFC welterweight, Matt Brown (43:53).
The UFC announces 3 new matchups including the return of welterweight veteran Matt Brown
Susan Cox - January 7, 2022
The UFC has announced three new matchups including the return of fan favorite welterweight Matt Brown. Brown (23-18 MMA) will be returning to the Octagon in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio on March 26th opposite opponent Bryan Barberena, according to a report from MMAFighting.