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Ray Borg issues emotional statement on controversial loss to Casey Kenny
Tom Taylor - March 31, 2019
After a host of cancelled fights and opponent changes, former UFC flyweight title challenger Ray Borg finally returned to the cage at UFC Philadelphia on Saturday night. Borg, whose young son has been battling serious health issues, badly needed a victory in Philly. Unfortunately for him, Kenny wound up winning a controversial split decision.
What's next for UFC Philadelphia main event fighters?
Cole Shelton - March 31, 2019
The Octagon returned to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Saturday night for UFC on ESPN 2. In the main event, Justin Gaethje was taking on Edson Barboza in a fight that promised to bring fireworks. Ultimately, the fight delivered as Gaethje ended up knocking out Barboza in the first round. Now, Gaethje could very well be one win away from a title shot. Meanwhile, Barboza will have to take a step back in his next fight.
Conor McGregor challenges ‘Hollywood actress’ Mark Wahlberg for UFC shares
Christopher Taylor - March 30, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor recently retired from the sport of mixed martial arts, but he’s still issuing challenges. McGregor took aim at Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg on Saturday night, suggesting the pair fight for “all the shares”.
Pros react after Justin Gaethje KO's Edson Barboza at UFC Philadelphia
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A key lightweight bout between perennial division contenders Justin Gaethje and Edson Barboza headlined tonight’s UFC Philadelphia event. Gaethje entered tonight’s main event on the heels of a first round knockout victory over James Vick at UFC Lincoln.
UFC Philadelphia Results: Jack Hermansson submits David Branch (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A middleweight bout between David Branch and Jack Hermansson served as the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC Philadelphia event. David Branch enters tonight’s fight looking to rebound, this after he suffered a TKO loss to Jared Cannonier in his most recent appearance at UFC 230. The former WSOF “champ champ” has gone 2-2 during his most recent stint with the UFC.
UFC Philadelphia Results: Josh Emmett KO's Michael Johnson (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A featherweight bout between Josh Emmett and Michael Johnson took place during tonight’s UFC Philadelphia main card on ESPN. Josh Emmett (13-2 MMA) enters tonight’s fight looking to rebound, this after suffering a knockout loss to Jeremey Stephens in his most recent appearance in February of 2018.
UFC Philadelphia Results: Michelle Waterson defeats Karolina Kowalkiewicz (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
A key women’s strawweight bout between fab favorites Karolina Kowalkiewicz and Michelle Waterson took place on tonight’s UFC Philadelphia main card. Karolina Kowalkiewicz enters the octagon for the first time since suffering a devastating knockout loss to Jessica Andrade at UFC 228.
“Grateful” Coach Kavanagh pays tribute to his recently retired pupil Conor McGregor
Christopher Taylor - March 30, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor shocked the mixed martial arts community earlier this week when he unexpectedly announced his retirement from MMA. The 30-year-old Irish superstar took to Twitter where he issued the following statement.
Jose Aldo reacts to Conor McGregor’s retirement from MMA
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Jose Aldo and Conor McGregor had a heated rivalry in the lead up to their featherweight title fight at UFC 194 in December of 2015. McGregor taunted Aldo profusely at the pre-fight press conferences before eventually knocking out the long time 145-pound kingpin in just thirteen-seconds (twelve if you ask Conor) in the fight itself.
Conor McGregor demands the UFC corrects Aldo win before any more talks commence
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Conor McGregor is adamant that his knockout victory over Jose Aldo at UFC 194 took place in twelve seconds, not thirteen. The former two-division UFC champion, McGregor, took to Twitter where he shared video proof of his claim, this while demanding that the promotion adjust the record books before any “talks” commence.
Khabib Nurmagomedov will be back in September
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Current UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will be back in September, this according to UFC President Dana White. “The Eagle”, who was last seen in action against Conor McGregor this past October, is currently serving a suspension for his involvement in the now infamous UFC 229 post-fight brawl.
Michael Bisping fires back at Tim Sylvia over Hall of Fame comments
Chris Taylor - March 30, 2019
Earlier this month it was announced that former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping would be getting inducted into the promotions Hall of Fame later this summer in Las Vegas. It was a rather easy selection for UFC officials, as “The Count” was not only one of the most winningest fighters in promotional history, but he was also the UFC’s first ever British champion.
Report | UFC 239 continues to take shape with Junior Dos Santos vs Francis Ngannou in the works
Drake Riggs - March 29, 2019
UFC 215 took place in September 2017 and featured a single heavyweight bout. However, that wasn’t the original plan. The night’s co-main event was former lightweight champion Rafael Dos Anjos making his second appearance in the division against Neil Magny. The main event saw Amanda Nunes defeat Valentina Shevchenko for the second time to defend her title.
Michelle Waterson believes it's time for atomweights in the UFC, 'Give them a place to shine'
Drake Riggs - March 29, 2019
‘The Karate Hottie’ Michelle Waterson is back in action tomorrow night at UFC Philadelphia when she faces off with perennial top 10 strawweight contender and former title challenger, Poland’s Karolina Kowalkiewicz. A win for Waterson will put her on her first three-fight winning streak at 115-pounds since 2012. Prior to her UFC debut in July 2015, the JacksonWink MMA product had established herself as one of the world’s best atomweight fighters as she would earn the Invicta FC title in her second fight after dropping down to the division in October 2012. Waterson would dethrone the then champion, Jessica Penne in an instant classic before going on to defend the belt once.
Ben Askren vs Jorge Masvidal close to finalization
Drake Riggs - March 29, 2019
Following his big promotional debut victory at UFC 235, ‘Funky’ former Bellator and ONE Championship welterweight king, Ben Askren made it clear who he wanted for his sophomore appearance. And that was the winner of UFC London’s headliner which saw Darren Till face Jorge Masvidal. The man known as ‘Gamebred’ would end up walking away victorious with the violent second-round knockout over his British opponent.
More reasons to watch UFC Philadelphia
Mike Straus - March 29, 2019
The world leader in MMA sets up shop at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for UFC on ESPN 2. If the ultra-violent main event featuring Edson Barboza and Justin Gaethje isn’t enough to make you want to tune in on Saturday night, you might not have a pulse.
Ben Askren responds to 'insanely idiotic' Jorge Masvidal
Tom Taylor - March 29, 2019
Earlier this week, Jorge Masvidal released a fiery video, targeting both Ben Askren and Leon Edwards. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvj1SrblS10/ “Hello everybody, I’m back stateside, enjoying my little vacation. And I’m coming back and man, I’ve got so much groupie love. I can’t believe it,” Masvidal said (transcript via MMAFighting). “I got these two little s***s, you might know ‘em or you might not. One’s from England, one’s from some suburb where it’s — I don’t know, I don’t give a f*ck — calling me out. One’s not in the top-10 and the other that is hasn’t got a victory in the UFC. Didn’t make the dude tap — Robbie Lawler — and didn’t put him to sleep, but you think you have a win in the UFC. Who are you fooling?
Jose Aldo still isn't sure he'll be able to fight at UFC 237
Tom Taylor - March 29, 2019
Former UFC featherweight champ Jose Aldo is currently scheduled for a UFC 227 showdown with streaking contender Alexander Volkanovski. But unfortunately, an infection Aldo sustained in wrestling practice has thrust this matchup into jeopardy. Jose Aldo updated on the situation at a scrum in Brazil this week.