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New Lawsuit Accuses Conor McGregor Of Sexual Assault
Conor McGregor has been issued with a lawsuit by a woman who has accused him of sexually assaulting her in the aftermath of a 2023 NBA Finals game. This is the second time in recent memory that McGregor has faced a lawsuit on such grounds. Nikita Hand first issued a civil sexual assault lawsuit, alleging […]
Dana White Slams FlyFrontier For Khabib's Removal – ‘That’s How Dumb They Are'
Dana White has slammed FlyFrontier for throwing Khabib Nurmagomedov off their plane. Khabib caused quite a stir after a disagreement broke out over his seating arrangements. Nurmagomedov was seated next to an emergency exit. This required him to help out if an emergency arose. The former UFC Lightweight Champion seems more than capable based on […]
Makhachev Vs. Tsarukyan Predictions – ‘He Is Just On Another Level'
Islam Makhachev faces Arman Tsarukyan this weekend at UFC 311, as fighters gave their predictions. Makhachev defends his UFC Lightweight Title for the fourth time. Islam secured the title with a win over Charles Oliveira. He defended the belt successfully by beating Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 in his last fight. He submitted Dustin in […]
PFL Chairman Donn Davis Confirms End of Bellator Brand
Donn Davis, the Chairman of the PFL, has confirmed that the Bellator brand is over. Bellator merged with PFL in 2023 after the latter made a deal to buy the promotion. It was done with the aim of creating the biggest fights in MMA. Champions from the PFL and Bellator would face each other. This […]
Airline Denies Racially Profiling Khabib Nurmagomedov
Fly Frontier flight has denied accusations of racial profiling after Khabib Nurmagomedov was removed from their plane. An incident took place between Khabib and a member of their staff due to a dispute over the Russian being seated next to an emergency exit. Those seated near the exits are required to comply with safety protocol […]
Judges Given the Night off in First UFC Card of the Year
The first UFC card of the year promised a lot…..and it delivered! While there may have been quite a few names on the card that you wouldn’t typically say are ‘household’ names, there was a good mix of fighters desperate for a win, along with up and coming fighters looking to make a name for […]
Islam Makhachev Drops Adin Ross With A Brutal Punch
UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev dropped streamer Adin Ross with a brutal punch. The incident occurred after Ross wanted to know what it would be like to get hit with a body shot. Ross wore a body protector to get himself ready for it. But that did not prevent Ross from feeling the pain. Islam […]
Khabib Removed From Plane Over Seat Dispute – ‘Very Rude, She Called Security'
Khabib Nurmagomedov was taken off a plane following a disagreement over an exit row seat. Reports indicate the incident took place on a Fly Frontier flight. The clip shows Nurmagomedov in talks with a flight attendant. Khabib is asked to change seats. But he responds by saying he will not do so. The attendant responds […]
Zuckerberg On Dana White's Meta Role – ‘We Need Strong People'
Mark Zuckerberg has explained his decision to appoint Dana White to the board of directors of Meta. The news came out of the blue, and it will see White further his role beyond the confines of the UFC. White is currently the CEO of the UFC, the biggest MMA organization in the world. He has […]
Zuckerberg Eager For MMA Fight With Musk
Mark Zuckerberg is hopeful of facing Elon Musk in an MMA fight. Zuckerberg was linked with the fight before both sides blamed each other for it breaking down. There were even suggestions that the Colosseum in Rome could have been used. Dana White was on record saying that the two sides were serious about making […]
Dana White Denies Rumors Of Jon Jones’ $30 Million Aspinall Demand!
Dana White has cooled down speculation over Jon Jones’ fight demands for the Tom Aspinall bout. UFC fans are desperate to see the fight since they missed out on Jones fighting Francis Ngannou. The Predator left the UFC in 2023 and signed with the PFL, ending any chances of that bout. Jones is the current […]
Dern vs Ribas 2 – Betting Preview
it’s 2025 and UFC is back! There first offering of the year comes from the Apex and is a rematch between Mackenzie Dern and Amanda Ribas. Rematches appear to be the theme this year in the UFC, with many highly anticipated rematches booked for the early part of it. Dern and Ribas first met in […]
Irish Soccer Team Distances Themselves From McGregor
Irish soccer team Drogheda United has distanced themselves from Conor McGregor. McGregor has not had the best reputation of late. He was found liable for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand after the latter filed a lawsuit. McGregor was ordered to pay her around $258,000 in damages. He was also ordered to pay her legal fees. Reports […]
Dana White Joins Mark Zuckerberg On Meta's Board Of Directors!
Dana White will now appear on the board of directors for Meta, joining Mark Zuckerberg. The news comes as White expands his role beyond the UFC. He has developed Power Slap into a viral internet sensation. He has also hinted at entering into boxing, having previously made Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor. His plans for Zuffa […]
Ankalaev Will ‘Fight' Pereira Next
Magomed Ankalaev’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, said that his fighter would face off against Alex Pereira next. Pereira, who is the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, has been accused of ducking Ankalaev. The Russian has racked up an impressive win streak, remaining undefeated in his last 13 fights. 11 wins, a no-contest, and a draw have created […]
Jon Jones Could Retire From The UFC This Year
UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones could retire from the UFC this year. That is according to Chael Sonnen. Jones is considered one of the best UFC fighters of all time. Jones has won belts in the light heavyweight and heavyweight categories. He also returned to the sport after a three-year absence to win the heavyweight […]
Sonnen Has Doubts Over McGregor vs. Paul Fight – ‘Conor Is Not Boxing Logan'
Chael Sonnen has cast doubt on Conor McGregor boxing Logan Paul. McGregor confirmed there were talks for him to box Logan in India in an exhibition. Reports indicated that a $500 million pot would be split evenly between the pair. There were also suggestions Jake Paul could get the fight instead of Logan. McGregor has […]
Paige VanZant Joins The Global Fight League!
Paige VanZant has confirmed that she will fight under The Global Fight League. The Global Fight League has said it will aim to hold its first event in April. It is making serious moves in the sport, signing former UFC champions. Tyron Woodley and Luke Rockhold have already joined their roster. The league aims to follow […]
Nurmagomedov Accuses Merab Of Trying To Avoid Him – ‘I Will Smash Him'
Umar Nurmagomedov has called out Merab Dvalishvili for trying to face lower-ranked opposition. The two will face off at UFC 311 in January. Merab won the UFC Bantamweight Title against Sean O’Malley. UFC 306 was a big occasion, marking the first-ever combat sports event in the area. Dvalishvili put on a clinical display to secure […]
Ali Abdelaziz Sparks Controversy: Claims Islam Makhachev Would Beat Alex Pereira
Ali Abdelaziz has controversially claimed that Islam Makhachev would beat Alex Pereira. Islam is the current UFC Lightweight Champion. He defended his title for the third time by submitting Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 in his last fight. He picked up the belt after beating Charles Oliveira. Islam will face Arman Tsarukyan in his next […]