An Exclusive Interview With Jimmy Smith I caught up with UFC commentator and analyst Jimmy Smith, where we discussed the recent main event at UFC 229 between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor. Q: Were you surprised how Conor fought. I expected him to move more, keep his distance and use his greater reach. Yeah I … Continue reading An Exclusive Interview With Jimmy Smith
What Next For The UFC 229 Main Card Winners? By Jon Prentice One of the biggest events in UFC history went down this past weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada as the T-Mobile Arena played host to UFC 229, a card headlined by Khabib Nurmagomedov and the returning Conor McGregor who battled it out for the … Continue reading What Next For The UFC 229 Main Card Winners?
ALESSIO SAKARA SET TO HEADLINE BELLATOR’S DEBUT IN GENOA, ITALY AT RDS STADIUM ON SATURDAY, DEC. 1 Bellator will hold its first event in Genoa, Italy on Saturday, December 1 at RDS Stadium with Italian superstar Alessio Sakara (20-12, 2 NC) taking on Kent Kauppinen (10-4) in a light heavyweight main event. The co-headliner will … Continue reading ALESSIO SAKARA SET TO HEADLINE BELLATOR’S DEBUT IN GENOA, ITALY AT RDS STADIUM ON SATURDAY, DEC. 1
Nathan Greyson vs Blaine O’Driscoll For The Flyweight Title at CW99 It’s England vs Ireland when reigning champion Nathan Greyson takes on SBG’s Blaine O’Driscoll in Colchester on November 17th. Two further fights have also been announced for CW99: Phil Wells vs Jamie Richardson and Steve Aimable vs Josh Abraham. Nathan Greyson’s spectacular knockout win … Continue reading Nathan Greyson vs Blaine O’Driscoll For The Flyweight Title at CW99
Where Does BAMMA Go From Here? By Dan McConnell European mixed martial arts promotion BAMMA was one of the best MMA organisations in the world. From their establishment in 2009 and take over as the premiere UK MMA leader from Cage Rage Championship, the company has been producing top match-ups, talent and events throughout the … Continue reading Where Does BAMMA Go From Here?
MMA Fighter of the Week: Tony Ferguson By Kieran Cobley Tony Ferguson takes this weeks MMA Fighter of the Week honours following an immensely impressive TKO victory over former UFC and WEC Lightweight champion Anthony “Showtime” Pettis. This was the first time “El Cucuy” had fought in the octagon following a serious knee injury and … Continue reading MMA Fighter of the Week: Tony Ferguson
Cage Warriors Sign Rhys McKee to Exclusive Deal Top Northern Irish prospect Rhys ‘Skeletor’ McKee is the latest addition to Cage Warriors growing list of 50+ signings this year, confirming a multi-fight deal with Europe’s leading MMA promotion. With a 100% finish rate across all of his 9 professional fights, Rhys McKee has established himself … Continue reading Cage Warriors Sign Rhys McKee to Exclusive Deal
UFC 229: Nevada State Athletic Commission Statement It seems that Conor McGregor is facing possible repercussions for his involvement in the events at UFC 229. The NSAC have issued the following statement and confirmed that McGregor as well as Khabib Nurmagomedov is under investigation. "The Nevada State Athletic Commission’s (Commission) primary function is to regulate … Continue reading UFC 229: Nevada State Athletic Commission Statement
UFC 229: The Fallout By Ross Markey Khabib Nurmagomedov exacted almost a completely one-sided beating of title challenger Conor McGregor over four rounds to make his 1st defence of the UFC lightweight championship on Saturday night, but unfortunately, it's the Dagestani's actions after Herb Dean peeled him off McGregor that will forever take away from … Continue reading UFC 229: The Fallout
Conor McGregor: Who Next? After his comprehensive and humbling defeat to Khabib Nurmagomedov the question is who does Conor McGregor fight next. McGregor has suggested via social media he is looking forward to the rematch with Khabib. Although nothing surprises me anymore, I would be astonished if an immediate rematch is made. The highly toxic … Continue reading Conor McGregor: Who Next?
