Tyson Fury is the massive favorite to defeat former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in their 10-round boxing match this Saturday in Saudi Arabia. While the outcome may seem predictable, what if Ngannou actually does defeat Fury? MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Shaheen Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew discuss Saturday’s main event bout, the interest levels in […]
Dana White has denied claims that the UFC’s decision to sign a six-year deal with ‘Bud Light’ was motivated by money. Under the terms of the deal, the beer company will sponsor the UFC starting from January 1st, 2024, in a deal reportedly worth over $100 million. The company, however, has not had the best […]
Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images The common goal among most up-and-coming regional (or international) mixed martial arts (MMA) prospects is to one day compete for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Other major promotions such as Bellator MMA, Professional Fighter’s Leagues, and ONE Championship are not far behind. Literally, countless prospects across the globe […]
Following the news surrounding Jon Jones’ injury emerging on Wednesday, Dana White has now taken the time to speak to the media regarding the plans for the heavyweight division now that UFC 295 has gone through a significant change. Jones suffered a torn pectoral muscle while wrestling in training camp, forcing him to back out […]
After the organization updated its public records, Conor McGregor has officially provided his first sample to USADA. Following McGregor’s loss to Dustin Poirier in 2021 at UFC 264, the ‘Notorious’ had been out of the octagon since then after suffering a broken leg in the defeat. Thereafter, the Irishman had been linked with a return […]
Photo by Amy Kaplan/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Dana White anticipated backlash after the UFC inked a lucrative new multi-year sponsorship with Bud Light, but he’s certainly not changing his mind – or apologizing for the deal. In 2024, Bud Light will again become the official beer of the UFC. The partnership comes after the […]
Islam Makhachev successfully defended his UFC lightweight title with a dramatic knockout win over Alexander Volkanovski last weekend at UFC 294, and former UFC champion turned commentator Daniel Cormier has shared his thoughts on who he thinks Makhachev should face next. While many are expecting to see Makhachev face one of the current top contenders, […]
Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou | Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Tyson Fury is not overlooking Francis Ngannou, despite having his next fight planned. On Saturday, Fury faces Ngannou in their long-awaited crossover boxing match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. But despite the fact that the fight still hasn’t happened, that didn’t stop Fury and his […]
Even with the damaging nature in which Alexander Volkanovski (26-3) was knocked out by Islam Makhachev in UFC 294’s main event on Saturday night, the two time lightweight title challenger, and current 145-pound king, still plans on defending his featherweight title against Ilia Topuria (14-0) in January. After filling in for Charles Oliveira on very […]
Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images Dana White claims Jon Jones will be sidelined for eight months after tearing his pec. The UFC CEO may have been trying to justify the creation of yet another interim heavyweight title or simply preparing fans for the worst-case scenario (perhaps both). Either way, Board Certified Orthopedic Sports Surgeon David […]