Michael Bisping News
Michael Bisping reveals how he managed to pass UFC's pre-fight medical exams
Harry Kettle - January 3, 2025
UFC legend Michael Bisping has revealed how he was able to pass some of the promotion’s pre-fight medical exams. We all know that Michael Bisping is an absolute warrior – and that much is an understatement. ‘The Count’ achieved some incredible things in mixed martial arts, with the majority of his best highlights coming in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Michael Bisping thinks judges got it right with Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 scorecards
Fernando Quiles - December 24, 2024
Oleksandr Usyk has defeated Tyson Fury a second time, and UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping feels the score totals were justified. Usyk and Fury shared the ring inside the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this past Saturday night. This was a rematch, as the two collided back in May. Usyk took the first fight via split decision, and while the second matchup was also competitive, the Ukrainian bruiser walked away with a unanimous decision verdict this go-around.
Michael Bisping explains why he wants to see Anthony Smith fight again after UFC 310
Harry Kettle - December 12, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has explained why he wants to see Anthony Smith fight again after his UFC 310 loss. Last weekend at UFC 310, Anthony Smith took on Dominick Reyes. It came just weeks after his close friend and coach Scott Morton suddenly passed away, leaving many to wonder whether or not he’d even make the walk. Alas, he did, and he wound up losing fairly convincingly.
Michael Bisping reveals key factor in UFC 310 fight between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry
Fernando Quiles - December 1, 2024
Michael Bisping thinks there’s a major deciding factor that looms over Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry. Rakhmonov was expected to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. A foot infection forced Muhammad off the UFC 310 card. As a result, Rakhmonov and Garry will collide in the co-main event.
Michael Bisping believes Jon Jones is at risk of being stripped if he doesn't fight Tom Aspinall
Harry Kettle - November 9, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Jon Jones should be at risk of being stripped if he refuses to fight Tom Aspinall. Next weekend, Jon Jones will return to the Octagon when he defends the UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic. Of course, in the eyes of many, the man he should be facing is none other than interim champion Tom Aspinall.
Michael Bisping ponders idea of Leon Edwards vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310: "You’re right back in the title conversation"
Fernando Quiles - November 6, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping believes Leon Edwards would be a good option to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov next. Rakhmonov is hoping for an interim welterweight title fight at UFC 310. He was initially set to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. Plans changed when Muhammad suffered a bone infection in his foot.
Shara Magomedov explains why Michael Bisping is his MMA inspiration
Harry Kettle - October 24, 2024
UFC star Shara Magomedov has explained why he views former champion Michael Bisping as an inspiration. As many of you know, Shara Magomedov is viewed by many as the next big thing. The 30-year-old is 14-0 in his professional mixed martial arts career and he’s 3-0 since arriving in the UFC. This weekend, he’ll attempt to extend that record when he goes head to head with Armen Petrosyan in what promises to be an electric bout.
UFC commentator Michael Bisping chases down thief who stole his wife's purse: "He was s*itting his pants!"
Josh Evanoff - October 1, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping recently had a run-in with a thief in Paris. ‘The Count’ is retired these days, but serves as one of the UFC’s main commentators. Over the weekend, Michael Bisping was in Paris, to call the card headlined by Renato Moicano vs. Benoit Saint-Denis. The card was full of highlights, punctuated by the Brazilian’s second-round stoppage in the main event.
Michael Bisping wonders how Renato Moicano will handle hostile UFC Paris fans
Fernando Quiles - September 25, 2024
Michael Bisping believes Renato Moicano is stepping into the lion’s den when he meets Benoit Saint Denis in enemy territory. Moicano and Saint Denis will collide this Saturday at a UFC Paris event. The fight will be held inside the Accor Arena. This is a big opportunity for “Money” Moicano to extend his winning streak to four and emerge as a true contender at 155 pounds. As for Saint Denis, he’ll want to make a statement coming off a second-round knockout loss to Dustin Poirier.
Conor McGregor blasted by Michael Bisping and Anthony Smith for behavior during Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight
Fernando Quiles - September 24, 2024
Michael Bisping and Anthony Smith weren’t exactly enamored with the antics of Conor McGregor during the Daniel Dubois vs. Anthony Joshua event. McGregor was in attendance for the big IBF heavyweight title fight. As one would expect, “Mystic Mac” was as flamboyant as ever. McGregor even had an unlit cigar throughout the fight.
Michael Bisping details why he's against Alex Pereira's potential return to middleweight
Curtis Calhoun - September 4, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping is vehemently against Alex Pereira potentially returning to middleweight for a shot at titleholder Dricus du Plessis. Pereira will face rising light heavyweight contender Khalil Rountree Jr. in the UFC 307 main event next month in Salt Lake City. He returns to the Octagon after successful title defenses against Jamahal Hill and Jiří Procházka this year.
Michael Bisping sides with Dana White over reaction to Merab Dvalishvili's leaked cut
Curtis Calhoun - August 21, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping feels Merab Dvalishvili made a possible fight-determining mistake in leaking his pre-UFC 306 cut on social media. Dvalishvili scared the masses earlier this week when he posted footage of a nasty face cut he suffered ahead of UFC 306. He posted a clip of him on an operating table to stitch the wound but assured his fans that it wouldn’t put the Sean O’Malley fight in jeopardy.
Michael Bisping says Israel Adesanya "More than likely" done contending for UFC titles after loss to Dricus du Plessis
Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping thinks Israel Adesanya has some difficult decisions to make after his latest defeat. Adesanya lost to Dricus du Plessis in the UFC 305 main event last Saturday in Perth, Australia. His bid to become a three-time UFC middleweight champion fell short, as du Plessis submitted him with a rear-naked choke in Round 4.
Michael Bisping reacts after Jake Paul states his intention to qualify for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Boxing
Harry Kettle - August 14, 2024
Michael Bisping has given his thoughts on Jake Paul’s desire to try and qualify for the 2028 Summer Olympics in boxing. As we know, Jake Paul has had a fascinating career in professional boxing up to this point. For the most part, he’s fought former MMA fighters and notable celebrity names. His next outing, however, will see him battle former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson.
Michael Bisping reacts to Jake Paul’s TKO victory over Mike Perry
Susan Cox - July 22, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has reacted to Jake Paul’s TKO victory over Mike Perry. Saturday night, July 20th, saw Mike Perry go up against Jake Paul in an eight-round cruiserweight boxing match at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The result was a sixth-round TKO victory for ‘The Problem Child’.
Michael Bisping cautions Nate Diaz after $9 million Fanmio lawsuit: "Winning a lawsuit is one thing..."
Curtis Calhoun - July 16, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping credits Nate Diaz for his $9 million crusade against Fanmio, but wonders if it will produce the desired dividend. Diaz defeated Jorge Masvidal by majority decision in their recent boxing match earlier this month in Anaheim. He earned his first professional boxing win after a loss to Jake Paul in the ring last year.
Michael Bisping calls out Merab Dvalishvili for suggesting he plans to “show everybody his striking” in title fight with Sean O’Malley: “You are full of sh*t”
Harry Kettle - July 11, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has called out Merab Dvalishvili for some of his comments about striking against Sean O’Malley. As we know, Merab Dvalishvili is expected to challenge Sean O’Malley for the UFC bantamweight championship later this year. There are rumors of a collision at the Sphere, but as of this writing, nothing has been confirmed.
Michael Bisping believes Jake Paul loss motivated Nate Diaz: "That was a wake-up call"
Josh Evanoff - July 9, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Nate Diaz’s loss to Jake Paul in the boxing ring was a massive wake-up call. Over the weekend, the former UFC title challenger returned to the boxing ring. Nearly a year after suffering a loss to Jake Paul, Nate Diaz faced former rival Jorge Masvidal. ‘Gamebred’ previously handed him a stoppage loss in the octagon five years ago in the main event of UFC 244. However, the rematch was much different.