“I hate to admit it, but I would say Israel Adesanya”: Jon Jones shocks fans by picking long-time rival as his favourite UFC fighter

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Jon Jones names Israel Adesanya as his favourite fighter

Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, recently spoke about his admiration for Israel Adesanya, the current UFC middleweight champion. Despite their personal differences, Jones praised Adesanya’s fighting skills and named him as his favorite fighter. In a recent Q&A session with Sporting News, Jon Jones was asked about his thoughts on Israel Adesanya, with whom … Read more

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Israel Adesanya’s UFC 287 win over Alex Pereira earns high praise from Daniel Cormier: “Best knockout of the year”

Israel Adesanya speaking at a press conference

The year 2023 has been a thrilling time for MMA fans, with some of the most breathtaking knockouts taking place inside the Octagon. One such knockout was Ismael Bonfim’s flying knee against Terrance McKinney at UFC 283 on Jan. 21, which left the audience in awe. Not to mention Umar Nurmagomedov’s combination of a body … Read more

Sami Haider

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Sami Haider is a UFC/boxing journalist who connects combat sports to pop culture. His deep passion for the UFC started in 2018, triggered by the UFC 229: Khabib vs. McGregor fight. He is a passionate writer who has a profound love for the sport and the skills that are used in it. Through his work, Sami aspires to connect combat sportsmen and their enthusiastic fans.

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“He took things a little to far”: Henry Cejudo talks on Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov ahead of bout vs Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288

Henry Cejudo

Henry Cejudo talked about the Khabib-Conor rivalry and one aspect of it in specific

Henry Cejudo, the former UFC bantamweight and flyweight champion, recently spoke out about Conor McGregor’s controversial comments regarding Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father. In a pre-match interview, Cejudo criticized McGregor for taking things too far. ‘Triple C’ was not happy to see McGregor crossing a line that should not be crossed. What did Henry Cejudo say about … Read more

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“My legacy, my career has passed his”: UFC champion Jon Jones makes bold claim on fellow title holder Israel Adesanya legacy

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Jon Jones brought up the Israel Adesanya comparions

In the world of mixed martial arts, few rivalries have captured the attention of fans and pundits alike as the ongoing saga between Jon Jones and Israel Adesanya. As two of the most dominant fighters in their respective divisions, the tension between them has been palpable. Recently, Jon Jones opened up about his thoughts on … Read more

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Henry Cejudo aims to square off vs Sean O’Malley and Alexander Volkanovski after beating Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288

Henry Cejudo

Henry Cejudo celebrated his TKO victory over Marlon Moraes after clinching double championship

Henry Cejudo, the former double champ, is set to make a highly anticipated return to the octagon after a lengthy three-year hiatus. He will be facing off against Aljamain Sterling for the bantamweight title at UFC 288 this weekend. With his sights set on a triumphant comeback, Cejudo has wasted no time in setting his … Read more

Sami Haider

543 articles

Sami Haider is a UFC/boxing journalist who connects combat sports to pop culture. His deep passion for the UFC started in 2018, triggered by the UFC 229: Khabib vs. McGregor fight. He is a passionate writer who has a profound love for the sport and the skills that are used in it. Through his work, Sami aspires to connect combat sportsmen and their enthusiastic fans.

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UFC HOF claims Israel Adesanya will never surpass Anderson Silva as middleweight GOAT amid Alex Pereira beef

Israel Adesanya

The debate on who holds the title of Middleweight G.O.A.T. (greatest of all time) has been a hot topic in the UFC in recent years, and with Israel Adesanya and his recent recapturing of the 185-pound championship, the conversation has been reignited. Franklin had a chance to share his opinion on the subject with The … Read more

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Ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou takes cheeky jab at two-faced promoters after being rejected by ONE Championship

Francis Ngannou’s fighting career appears to be in jeopardy right now. After failing to strike an agreement with One Championship, the heavyweight fighter most recently posted a tweet making fun of the promoters. The Cameroonian-French fighter quit the world’s leading MMA company in January after spending eight years there as contract discussions failed. The heavyweight … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

877 articles

As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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Ex-UFC featherweight fighter Felipe Colares dies after being hit by bus in Rio de Janeiro

The death news of an ex-UFC fighter in an accident made yesterday a sad day for the MMA community. Felipe Colares died in a vehicle collision, shocking everyone with his untimely passing. The surprising news was revealed by Globo Esporte yesterday night. According to a statement, Felipe was having a typical day in Rio de … Read more

Khandaker Muntasir

877 articles

As a passionate UFC enthusiast, Khandaker Muntasir Hossain provides coverage of MMA, wrestling, and boxing on multiple platforms. With his deep knowledge of sports, he immerses readers in the excitement of various arenas, whether it's the octagon, squared circle, pitch, court, or ring. Through his writing and love for sports, he aims to motivate others to explore their own sporting interests and experience the magic that sports bring.

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UFC star Jorge Masvidal on potentially joining WWE: “As long as they pay me we could play”

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Jorge Masvidal got into an altercation with Kevin Holland

Jorge Masvidal, also known as “Gamebred” or the “BMF,” is a retired UFC fighter who has made a name for himself in the world of combat sports. Recently, Masvidal has been busy promoting his new venture, the Gamebred Fighting Championship (GFC), which features the first-ever bare-knuckle MMA event in Florida. In an interview with ESPN’s … Read more

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UFC star Kamaru Usman claims to be back and “Beat somebody up again” after heartbreaking loss vs Leon Edwards

Kamaru Usman

Kamaru Usman, a mixed martial artist of American and Nigerian descent, has proven to be a dominant force in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) despite experiencing both successes and setbacks in his career. His recent loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 278 was a particularly difficult blow, as he was unable to reclaim the welterweight … Read more

Sami Haider

543 articles

Sami Haider is a UFC/boxing journalist who connects combat sports to pop culture. His deep passion for the UFC started in 2018, triggered by the UFC 229: Khabib vs. McGregor fight. He is a passionate writer who has a profound love for the sport and the skills that are used in it. Through his work, Sami aspires to connect combat sportsmen and their enthusiastic fans.

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