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Conor McGregor mocks "novice" Logan Paul and dubs fight UFC vs WWE
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2024
UFC star Conor McGregor has mocked Logan Paul in a recent social media post as talk of a boxing match between them intensifies. Nobody ever truly knows what Conor McGregor is going to do next. The Irishman is an absolute enigma in the world of mixed martial arts, and that’ll likely continue to be the case for as long as he’s involved in the fight game. Recently, he’s been teasing the idea of a blockbuster boxing match between himself and Logan Paul.
Jon Jones teases new career for life after mixed martial arts
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2024
UFC legend Jon Jones has teased what he could end up doing when he eventually retires from mixed martial arts. As we know, Jon Jones is widely considered to be the greatest of all time in mixed martial arts. At this point, there are very few fans and pundits who dispute that. At the same time, he’s also the UFC heavyweight champion, and seems to have his eyes set on continuing his historic run next year.
Dan Hooker vs Justin Gaethje reportedly considered in huge possible lightweight fight
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2024
Dan Hooker vs Justin Gaethje is reportedly being considered for a huge possible lightweight collision in the UFC next year. When you’re talking about the most entertaining fighters in the game, Dan Hooker and Justin Gaethje have to be in the conversation. Throughout the course of their entire careers, they have put on some of the most incredible scraps imaginable. From violent knockouts to all-out wars, these two know how to do it all.
Robelis Despaigne destroys opponent in four seconds at Karate Combat 51
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2024
Robelis Despaigne dismantled Dominik Jedrzejczyk in short order at Karate Combat 51 with his usual electric style. When it comes to fun, striking heavyweights in mixed martial arts, few are better than Robelis Despaigne. Ever since he burst on the scene courtesy of his quick finishing ability and incredible size, people haven’t been able to stop talking about him. Unfortunately, things started to go south when he entered the UFC.
Gilbert Burns responds to Colby Covington's callout
Cole Shelton - December 19, 2024
Gilbert Burns has responded to Colby Covington’s callout. After Burns leaked Chael Sonnen’s phone number, who is now Covington’s coach, ‘Chaos’ called out the Brazilian for his next fight. Covington said he wanted to get payback for Sonnen and felt like that fight also made sense.
Colby Covington offers to fight Gilbert Burns for leaking Chael Sonnen's phone number: "He's despicable!"
Josh Evanoff - December 19, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington wants to fight Gilbert Burns on Chael Sonnen’s behalf. ‘Chaos’ is fresh off his return to the octagon in the main event of UFC Tampa last Saturday night. Back for the first time since a loss to Leon Edwards last year, Colby Covington stepped up on short notice to face Joaquin Buckley. ‘New Mansa’ entered the bout riding a wave of momentum, last scoring a knockout win over Stephen Thompson in October.
Kai Asakura vows to become UFC champion after suffering loss to Alexandre Pantoja: "Make my dream come true"
Josh Evanoff - December 19, 2024
Despite his loss to Alexandre Pantoja, Kai Asakura remains confident that he’ll become UFC flyweight champion. The former RIZIN bantamweight champion is fresh off his UFC debut earlier this month in Las Vegas. Back for the first time since a knockout win over Juan Archuleta in December, Kai Asakura faced Alexandre Pantoja. The Japanese star got a rare title shot in his promotional debut, given the champion’s dominance over the flyweight division.
Kamaru Usman interested in UFC 312 showdown against Jack Della Maddalena: "I'll put him to the test"
Josh Evanoff - December 19, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is interested in fighting Jack Della Maddalena. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ hasn’t been seen in the octagon in over a year. He last appeared in the cage at UFC 294 last October, stepping up on short notice for a middleweight showdown with Khamzat Chimaev. Ultimately, ‘Borz’ handed Kamaru Usman his third loss in a row, this time by majority decision.
Kai Kara-France slams Manel Kape amid recent trash talk: 'He's all just talk, a lot of bark, no bite'
Fernando Quiles - December 19, 2024
Kai Kara-France is dismissive of Manel Kape’s bad boy persona. It’s no secret that Kape isn’t afraid to speak his mind. The former RIZIN champion has been known for his brash personality, and he certainly hasn’t slowed down since arriving to the UFC. As of late, Kape and Kara-France have exchanged words. Kape has even taken aim at Kara-France’s teammate Israel Adesanya.
Top UFC title contender picks Umar Nurmagomedov to dethrone Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 311: 'People don’t really realize just how fast that guy is'
Fernando Quiles - December 19, 2024
One top-ranked UFC bantamweight doesn’t believe Merab Dvalishvili will get past Umar Nurmagomedov. Dvalishvili will put the 135-pound gold at stake when he meets Nurmagomedov at the UFC 311 pay-per-view on January 18th. The bout will be held inside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA. It’ll be the UFC 311 co-main event. Nurmagomedov is hoping to secure UFC gold before his teammate Islam Makhachev defends his lightweight title against Arman Tsarukyan in the main event.
Daniel Cormier isn't convinced by Conor McGregor boxing Logan Paul
Harry Kettle - December 19, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier isn’t sure he’s a fan of Conor McGregor potentially boxing Logan Paul in his next fight. The story of Conor McGregor is a complicated one. He’s the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts, but he also has a very controversial past – and that’s us putting it lightly. Nowadays, following being found liable in his sexual assault civil case, there are far more questions than answers regarding his future.
Chael Sonnen explains what would've happened if he fought Jorge Masvidal and a handful of other fighters
Harry Kettle - December 19, 2024
UFC analyst Chael Sonnen has explained what would’ve happened if he fought Jorge Masvidal and a handful of other fighters in his career. When it comes to discussing the kings of trash talk, Chael Sonnen is up there with the very best of him. While he was obviously a very talented fighter in his own right, he really came into his own when it came to what he was able to do on the microphone. That, in many ways, is what made him a legend.
Tyron Woodley discusses 'running' Colby Covington out of American Top Team
Harry Kettle - December 18, 2024
Former UFC fighter Tyron Woodley has told the story of ‘running’ Colby Covington ‘out’ of American Top Team back in the day. As we know, Colby Covington is a pretty controversial individual. For as long as we can remember, he has made it his mission to wind up as many people as he possibly can in mixed martial arts. He’s managed to get some pretty big opportunities out of that, but unfortunately for him, there’s been no world title to claim at the end of it.
Alex Pereira claims his next fight "won't" be against Magomed Ankalaev
Cole Shelton - December 18, 2024
Alex Pereira says he won’t be fighting Magomed Ankalaev next time out. After Pereira beat Khalil Rountree and Ankalaev defeated Aleksandar Rakic, many assumed that would be the next fight. Ankalaev is the clear-cut No. 1 at light heavyweight, but taking to his Instagram on December 18, Pereira claims his next title defense won’t be against the Dagestani native.
Aljamain Sterling vents frustration over Merab Dvalishvili vs Umar Nurmagomedov fight booking
Cole Shelton - December 18, 2024
Aljamain Sterling is frustrated with how Merab Dvalishvili vs Umar Nurmagomedov was made. Dvalishvili is set to defend his bantamweight title for the first time in the co-main event of UFC 311 against Nurmagomedov. It’s the fight many fans wanted to see, but Sterling doesn’t like how the bout was made on short notice.
Dustin Poirier expects to make announcement of final UFC appearance soon: "We're close to making it happen"
Josh Evanoff - December 18, 2024
Dustin Poirier hopes to announce his final UFC fight shortly. ‘The Diamond’ hasn’t been seen in the octagon since his June clash with Islam Makhachev. In his third, and likely final shot at undisputed UFC lightweight gold, Dustin Poirier gave it his all. The longtime fan-favorite went back and forth with the champion for four rounds, before being submitted in the fifth and final frame.
Darren Till rips into 'shameful' Tommy Fury for pulling out of Misfits boxing match: "It's a terrible excuse"
Josh Evanoff - December 18, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Darren Till has ripped into Tommy Fury over pulling out of their boxing match. ‘The Gorilla’ has had a strange stint since leaving the UFC last year. After a submission loss to Dricus du Plessis, Darren Till parted ways with the company, mainly to secure a high-profile boxing match. Despite being linked to fights with the likes of Jake and Logan Paul, the British star instead signed a deal to face Tommy Fury.
Islam Makhachev's coach reveals what Ilia Topuria must do to get UFC super fight: 'Now people will look at him like he’s a lightweight'
Fernando Quiles - December 18, 2024
Islam Makhachev’s coach Javier Mendez believes Ilia Topuria must prove himself as a lightweight if he wants a title shot at 155 pounds. Topuria currently holds the UFC Featherweight Championship. “El Matador” recently teased moving up to the lightweight division, although he has since clarified that a decision hasn’t been made at this time. Topuria has made it clear that a future showdown with Makhachev is on his mind, although the feeling doesn’t appear to be mutual.