Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For July 19, 2024, we’re taking a look at: Jon Jones Lays Out Specific Timeline For His Return Following Misdemeanour Charges After being charged with two misdemeanours following the encounter that he had with a drug-testing agent […]
Conor McGregor was drawn to bare knuckle because of how intense and raw the sport is by taking away the gloves. His decision to become a part owner in BKFC obviously comes from a business stand point where he knows he can add major value to this promotion on the rise. At the same time, […]
One of the most anticipated fights of the year is sure to be what many expect as the next UFC featherweight title fixture. For many years, Max Holloway has been considered to be the second-best 145-pound fighter on the planet as he wasn't able to solve the problem that is Alexander Volkanovski. With new champion […]
Conor McGregor's first question that he faced at his very first press conference for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship was seemingly asked by himself. "The Notorious" was in attendance at his debut media event since becoming a part owner of the promotion in April as they promoted BKFC heading to Spain on October 12. The first […]
Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For July 18, 2024, we’re taking a look at: Conor McGregor Says Competing In BKFC Could Be An Option After UFC Run Conor McGregor has completed his first press conference for BKFC since becoming a part-owner of […]
Charles Johnson continued his excellent winning form in the UFC's flyweight division this past weekend in Denver. In one of the sleeper fights of the entire UFC Fight Night lineup, he faced Joshua Van in a great contest that saw Johnson secure a devastating finish in the third round. This win makes him undefeated in […]
Paddy Pimblett will look to go undefeated in six Octagon appearances when he returns at UFC 304 on July 27. His fight with King Green is sure to draw lots of attention, like all of Pimblett's fights have since the former Cage Warriors champion signed to the promotion and debuted back in 2021. "The Baddy" […]
When Khabib Nurmagomedov made the decision to retire on top of the sport in 2020, there was always going to be talk of what could possibly bring him back. "The Eagle" never had the same motivations as most other fighters, and his decision to retire after his title defense over Justin Gaethje wasn't something that […]
Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For July 17, 2024, we’re taking a look at: Report States That Nate Diaz & Jorge Masvidal's Boxing Match Massively Underperformed On PPV On a relatively quiet week for combat sports, former UFC stars Nate Diaz and […]
Beneil Dariush entered the UFC Hall of Fame as a part of the 2024 class, as the fifth winner of the Forrest Griffin Community Award. Dariush received praise for the work he has done with multiple organizations to help those living in the likes of Iraq and Haiti. Standing on the stage alongside legends of […]
Jon Jones has found himself arguing with fans on social media fairly regularly during his recovery process before he hopes to return later this year. The UFC heavyweight champion is expected to face former champ Stipe Miocic after their fight at UFC 295 was cancelled due to Jones' injury. In the meantime, many fans believe […]
The build-up to UFC 305 is sure to be an interesting experience for Dricus Du Plessis, given the tension that surrounds his first title defense. Despite them both trading comments for a year now, it still feels like the rivalry between the champion and his challenger, Israel Adesanya, is yet to hit fever pitch. Du […]
Paddy Pimblett recently revealed that his return at UFC 304 will be the last fight on his current UFC contract. Though it seems unlikely that "The Baddy", who has become a huge star in the promotion, will look to leave rather than re-signing, he did speak about the ability to make money in the boxing […]
After signing with the PFL in May of 2023, there is still no news regarding when Francis Ngannou will be making his debut in the SmartCage. Several factors have led to this postponement like the success he had against Tyson Fury in boxing and the tragic loss of his son earlier this year. The one […]
Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For July 16, 2024, we’re taking a look at: Chael Sonnen Questions Whether Jon Jones' Case Has Been Over Exaggerated Jon Jones is dealing with another controversial police charge following an interaction at his house with a […]
It's rare that a week goes by where Sean Strickland isn't starting up a new beef with someone via social media. Whether he's trading words with someone online or causing controversy by sparring someone that is not skilled enough to be in there with him, the former UFC middleweight champion is always producing talking points. […]
At UFC 304, Tom Aspinall will become the first interim title holder to defend his belt in eleven years. The Brit made the most out of a late notice opportunity at UFC 295 where he stepped into the co-main event to face Sergei Pavlovich for the belt due to Jon Jones' injury that postponed his […]
Alex Pereira's UFC run has been unlike anything else that fans have ever seen in the promotion but the exciting thing is that he could take it up another level if he wanted to. "Poatan" has already achieved great success at both middleweight and light heavyweight, but there is potential for him to try and […]
It has been over three years since Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad first met inside the Octagon, back in March of 2021. As is always the case ahead of a rematch, one of the big questions heading into UFC 304 is how much we can learn from the first time that these two men squared […]
Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For July 15, 2024, we’re taking a look at: Dan Hooker Says Israel Adesanya Is Hitting Too Hard For Them To Spar One Another When Israel Adesanya returns at UFC 305 to try and recapture the middleweight […]
