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  • Nate Diaz To Dustin Poirier: Don’t Involve Me, You’re A P*ssy

    Nate Diaz To Dustin Poirier: Don’t Involve Me, You’re A P*ssy

    Nate Diaz did not keep his words light when asked about the opponent that got away in the UFC.

    Dustin Poirier and Nate Diaz were originally scheduled to fight each other a few years back, however, that never happened when both sides could not come to a financial agreement and the negotiations for the bout fell out immediately with both men taking jabs at each other ever since.

    Diaz is set to compete on May 16 against Mike Perry in his first MMA bout since his last fight with the UFC where he submitted Tony Ferguson and departed from the promotion for the first time in over a decade.

    When asked about The Diamond, Diaz did not keep any words of his shy from his rival, in fact, he let him know the fight would still be on the table if Poirier never hung up the gloves following a retirement fight against Max Holloway.

    “I am (interested) if he f*cking gets in there and starts fighting people,” Diaz said on “The Ariel Helwani Show.” “I don’t fight retired fighters. He jumped ship a little early, so it’s not someone that I’m that interested in. Get back in the game and start squabbling with people. Where the hell did you go? ‘I’ll come back for you now.’ No, don’t come back on account of me. Get some sleep. Get you some sleep. He got emotional when he fought somebody, and he’s like, ‘I’m retired. Oh, this was so great.’

    “A whole f*cking little lady moment where he needed to talk about his feelings and how he was all done with all this. And then he went, ‘Oh, what the f*ck did I do?’ Yeah, you were being a b*tch in your post-fight interview, and you set your gloves down and you shed a tear, and then two weeks later he’s like, ‘I want to fight Nate, I’ll come back for Nate.’ Like, you didn’t even leave, stupid. You f*cking p*ssed out. Don’t involve me in that sh*t. You’re a p*ssy. Get back in the game and start squabbling.”

    The bout between Diaz and Perry will take place on Netflix for MVP MMA’s first-ever card.

    h/t to MMA Junkie for the transcription.

  • Melquizael Costa: I Knew My Time Would Come To Headline UFC Card

    Melquizael Costa: I Knew My Time Would Come To Headline UFC Card

    Melquizael Costa is ready to take on the very best in Arnold Allen in his first UFC headliner.

    UFC Vegas 117 will feature Melquizael Costa’s first-ever main event spot as “The Dalmation” looks to keep his winning ways going with a shot at the always dangerous Arnold Allen.

    Nolan King of MMA Junkie spoke with Costa at the pre-fight interviews and asked about how Costa is basking into the spotlight before one of his biggest opportunities yet.

    “It’s all new. It’s all exciting. It’s great,” Costa told MMA Junkie through a Portuguest-language interpreter Tuesday. “… I always believed that I would fly high one day. I knew my time would come, and thankfully the organization saw that, too.”

    Costa’s opponent, Arnold Allen is 2-3 in his last five fights, picking up a decision loss to Jean Silva in his last outing.

    h/t to MMA Junkie for the transcription.

  • Ronda Rousey: Hunter Campbell Is A Chauvinist Prick

    Ronda Rousey: Hunter Campbell Is A Chauvinist Prick

    Ronda Rousey did not keep her words light when she spoke about the Chief Business Officer of the UFC.

    Most Valuable Promotions is set to bring the biggest fight in Women’s MMA history on May 16 between Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano. Carano retired in 2009 after suffering her first loss in the sport to Cris Cyborg and would transition to the world of acting in entertainment.

    However, Rousey would go on to dominate the sport for the next couple of years, bringing MMA to the UFC, and retaining the Women’s Bantamweight Championship consecutive times before losing her first MMA fight to Holly Holm, then Amanda Nunes a year later in her attempt at reclaiming the throne.

    Speaking with Ariel Helwani, Rousey opened up about how the UFC and her idea for this fight did not work out and who she blames for it not happening on that side of the world of MMA.

    “No, it wasn’t personal. With Hunter it was personal because he was a fucking asshole about it,” she said. “He was just being such a chauvinist prick and so dismissive. Just trying to get me and Gina to value ourselves less from the get go and acting like this isn’t the greatest thing that has fallen into his lap since he’s been there. He’s like, ‘Oh, you guys are so much older. I don’t know how it’s going to do.’ Who the fuck is this guy? I didn’t even know who he was. I was told, ‘He’s the lawyer that is going to come and show you your pay-per-view numbers.’ Fine, I’m going to knock this out of the park. I love having my pay be performance-based. Fuck you, I’ll show you. Dana mentioned that he wanted me and Gina to fight for the 145 title because it was vacant and it was a way to retire the belt. Hunter is like, ‘Yeah, then we can get rid of that division.’ The way he spoke of it and how dismissive he was and the disdain he had for the fighters at that weight, motherfucker, my husband is 6’7”, my girls are not going to be 135. This is what you think about women who are heavier than 135 pounds, that they can’t offer you anything and are worthless? It just really rubbed me the wrong way. This fucking guy is going to be shepherding the company that I helped build? It rubbed me the wrong way. I was talking to my mom about it. He was like, ‘I met your mom, she is so great. Tell her I said hi.’ After the meeting, I’m like, ‘Mom, do you know who Hunter Campbell is?’ ‘Yeah, he’s a fucking asshole. Screw that guy.’ ‘Why don’t you like him?’ ‘He’d sell tickets to Christians being fed to lions.’”

    Rousey vs. Carano is set to headline the first-ever MMA event held by Most Valuable Promotions at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.

    h/t to Fightful for the transcription.

  • TKO Announces New Seven-Event Partnership Over Three Years With The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance

    TKO Announces New Seven-Event Partnership Over Three Years With The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance

    TKO has announced a new Seven-Event partnership over three years with Arizona Sports & Events Alliance.

    TKO sent out a press release today announcing a new Three Year, Seven Event partnership with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance that will see them bring marquee UFC, WWE, PBR and Zuffa Boxing events to Arizona.

    Peter Dropick, Executive Vice President, Event Development and Operations for TKO, commented on the new partnership stating: “We’re excited to build this long-term partnership with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance to bring some of our biggest events to the state. We look forward to creating unforgettable moments for fans across the region over the next three years.”

    Jay Parry, President & CEO of the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance, also commented on the new partnership saying, “Arizona has proven time and again that we are built to host the biggest moments in sports and entertainment, and we are proud to join forces with TKO on this multi-year partnership. This partnership reflects the momentum and innovative spirit of our community, and the dedication to creating high-impact experiences that drive tourism, economic impact and global visibility for our state.”

    You can read the full press release below.

    TKO AND ARIZONA SPORTS & EVENTS ALLIANCE ANNOUNCE LANDMARK AGREEMENT TO BRING MARQUEE UFC, WWE, PBR, AND ZUFFA BOXING EVENTS TO ARIZONA

    Seven-event partnership over three years will feature premier live sports and entertainment experiences in Arizona

    PHOENIX, ARIZ. and NEW YORK, NY – May 12, 2026 – TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), together with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance, today announced a multi-year agreement that will stage a series of premier UFC, WWE, PBR, and Zuffa Boxing events in Arizona.

    The seven-event agreement will span three years and feature some of TKO’s most high-profile live events, creating new opportunities for fans to experience UFC, WWE, PBR, and Zuffa Boxing events in one of the country’s leading sports and entertainment markets.

    “We’re excited to build this long-term partnership with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance to bring some of our biggest events to the state,” said Peter Dropick, Executive Vice President, Event Development and Operations for TKO. “We look forward to creating unforgettable moments for fans across the region over the next three years.”

    “Arizona has proven time and again that we are built to host the biggest moments in sports and entertainment, and we are proud to join forces with TKO on this multi-year partnership,” said Jay Parry, President & CEO of the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance. “This partnership reflects the momentum and innovative spirit of our community, and the dedication to creating high-impact experiences that drive tourism, economic impact and global visibility for our state.”

    Additional details, including event-specific information, dates, and ticket information will be shared at a later date.

    TKO’s agreement with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance is one of a growing number of partnerships between TKO and government and private partners in communities around the world that are eager to host TKO’s marquee live events. Through these partnerships, TKO is reaching more fans in more markets, delivering memorable experiences while generating meaningful economic and cultural impact for host communities.

    About TKO
    TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

    About UFC®
    UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 363 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to an estimated 1 billion broadcast and digital households across 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

    About WWE
    WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.

    About PBR (Professional Bull Riders)
    PBR is the world’s premier bull riding organization. More than 800 bull riders compete in more than 200 events annually across the televised PBR Unleash The Beast tour (UTB), which features the top bull riders in the world; the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT); the PBR Touring Pro Division (TPD); and the PBR’s international circuits in Australia, Brazil, and Canada. In 2022, the organization launched PBR Teams—10 teams of the world’s best bull riders competing for a new championship—as well as the PBR Challenger Series with more than 60 annual events nationwide. PBR events are broadcast on CBS Television Network and Paramount+. PBR is a part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). For more information, visit PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, X at X.com/PBR, Instagram at Instagram.com/PBR and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR.

    About Zuffa Boxing
    Zuffa Boxing is a joint venture between TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) (NYSE: TKO) and Sela, the entertainment conglomerate. TKO serves as managing partner, providing day-to-day operational expertise, management, and oversight of the promotion, with executive leadership anchored by UFC President and CEO Dana White and WWE President and TKO Board Member Nick Khan. The promotion aims to reimagine the sport of boxing by evolving the current model to restore the sport’s rightful place in the forefront of the global sports ecosystem. For more information, follow @Zuffa_Boxing on X; and @ZuffaBoxing on Snapchat, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.

    About Arizona Sports & Events Alliance (the Alliance)
    The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance is the state’s lead organization dedicated to attracting, planning and hosting major events for Arizona. As Arizona’s front door for world-class sports, entertainment and commercial events, the Alliance unites civic, business, tourism, Native American and sports leaders with governing bodies to deliver exceptional experiences, fuel economic growth and elevate Arizona’s global profile. For more information, visit AZSportsAlliance.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/AZSportsAlliance, X at X.com/AZSportAlliance, Instagram at Instagram.com/AZSportsAlliance, TikTok.com/@AZSportsAlliance and LinkedIn at LinkedIn.com/company/arizona-sports-events-alliance.

     

     

     

  • UFC Fight Night Oklahoma City Announced For Saturday, July 18th, 2026

    UFC Fight Night Oklahoma City Announced For Saturday, July 18th, 2026

    Fight Night returns to OKC!

    Ultimate Fighting Championship has announced that they will be returning to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, for UFC Fight Night from the Paycom Center.

    UFC sent out the following press release regarding their upcoming Fight Night Oklahoma City event:

    UFC FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY to be held Saturday, July 18 at Paycom Center

    Las Vegas – UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, in partnership with Paycom Center and Visit Oklahoma City, today announced UFC’s return to Oklahoma City on Saturday, July 18.

    UFC® FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY looks to deliver a can’t-miss card filled with thrilling matchups featuring some of UFC’s biggest stars, top contenders and rising prospects. Fans in Oklahoma can expect a night of excitement and entertainment as UFC continues to bring the best in mixed martial arts to cities around the world.

    “We are thrilled to return to an incredible destination like Oklahoma City,” said UFC Executive Vice President of Event Development Peter Dropick. “Thank you to Paycom Center and Visit OKC for their continued partnership and we look forward to delivering a great event this July.”
    “We are honored to host the first UFC event in Oklahoma in nearly 10 years,” said Paycom Center General Manager, Chris Semrau. “The community has been asking for this kind of event for years, and we’re very excited to finally bring the highest level of MMA back to Oklahoma City. This will surely be one of the major events of the summer for the region.”

    “Visit Oklahoma City is beyond excited for the return of the UFC to our market after many years,” said Visit OKC Vice President of Sports Development, Adam Wisniewski. “Our city takes pride in hosting the country’s most premier sporting events, and bringing another UFC Fight Night is something we are very much looking forward to adding to Oklahoma City’s resume. We can hardly wait to welcome thousands of fans to Oklahoma City and to assist in producing an event our city will talk about for years to come!”

    UFC® FIGHT NIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY marks the first UFC event in the region since UFC FIGHT NIGHT: CHIESA vs LEEon June 25, 2017 and will be the third overall event in Oklahoma City in UFC history, as it also hosted UFC FIGHT NIGHT: DIAZ vs GUILLARD on September 16, 2009.

    UFC’s return to Oklahoma City is part of TKO’s expanding network of partnerships with government and private stakeholders around the world who are eager to host UFC’s marquee live events, generating meaningful economic and cultural impact and delivering memorable experiences for fans.

    Ticket information will be announced soon. With UFC’s history of sellout events, fans are advised to register their interest early at ufc.com/OKC to secure their seats for this highly anticipated event.

  • Chris Weidman Named As Member Of The 2026 UFC Hall Of Fame Class

    Chris Weidman Named As Member Of The 2026 UFC Hall Of Fame Class

    A new inductee to the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Class has been announced.

    UFC has announced that former UFC Middleweight Champion, Chris Weidman has been named as a member of the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Class as part of the modern wing.

    The ceremony for the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Class will take place on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 as part of the 14th annual UFC International Fight week. UFC sent out the following press release regarding Weidman’s HOF Induction:

    CHRIS WEIDMAN NAMED TO UFC® HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2026

    Las Vegas – UFC® today announced that former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s ‘Modern Wing’ as a member of the Class of 2026. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 9, as part of the 14th Annual UFC International Fight Week.

    “Chris Weidman is one of the greatest middleweights in UFC history,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White. “Chris consistently competed against the best athletes in the world during his career, and his victories over Anderson Silva changed the landscape of the middleweight division forever. It will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer.”

    Weidman will enter the UFC Hall of Fame as the 19th member of the Modern Wing. The Modern Era category includes athletes who turned pro on or after November 17, 2000, when the first UFC event under the unified rules of MMA was held. Other requirements include a minimum age of 35 or those who have been retired for one year or more.

    A veteran of 24 fights during his 15-year MMA career, Weidman registered a 16-8 (12-8, UFC), record, securing victories over UFC Hall of Famers Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort and Kelvin Gastelum (Fight Wing), as well as former UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida.

    Weidman made his professional MMA debut on February 20, 2009, winning each of his first four fights in Ring of Combat before signing with UFC.

    Weidman made his UFC debut on the main card of UFC LIVE: SANCHEZ vs. KAMPMANN, which took place on March 3, 2011, at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. He would defeat his opponent, Alessio Sakara, via unanimous decision to launch his career inside the Octagon.

    Weidman would win his next four fights to earn a title shot against then-middleweight champion Anderson Silva at UFC 162.

    UFC® 162: SILVA vs. WEIDMAN took place on July 6, 2013, at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.  Both Silva and Weidman entered the match on impressive winning streaks of 17 and 9, respectively. Having won 16 fights with UFC and 10 title defenses, Silva was aiming to secure a new record of most consecutive title defenses with a victory over Weidman.

    Weidman took control of the first round early with a takedown 30 seconds into the match with Silva countering from his back. Weidman continued landing shots from top position, but Silva reversed his heel hook position with two minutes remaining. Weidman and Silva would trade punches in the center of the Octagon for the remainder of the round, with Silva taunting Weidman with his hands on his hips to excite the crowd.

    Silva continued to taunt Weidman at the beginning of the second round, evading his punches and takedown attempts. With 3:46 remaining Weidman threw a flurry of punches, connecting on a left hook that knocked out Silva and ended the fight.

    Weidman’s KO victory over Silva is widely regarded as one of the biggest upsets in combat sports history as Silva, then the #1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world, was as one of MMA’s biggest stars.

    Weidman and Silva would meet five months later for a rematch at UFC® 168: WEIDMAN vs. SILVA 2, which took place on December 28, 2013, at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Weidman would win the rematch and defend the middleweight title after Silva broke his leg landing a kick to Weidman’s shin.

    Weidman would defend the middleweight title by winning his next two fights over Machida and Belfort, before losing his first fight to former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold in the co-main event of UFC 194 on December 12, 2015.

    Over the next eight years, Weidman would compete in 11 more bouts against the top ranked middleweights in the world, before retiring in December 2024 after a loss to Eryk Anders at UFC 310.

    Outside the Octagon, Weidman has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career, receiving Breakthrough Fighter of the Year in 2012 by the Fighters Only World MMA Awards and Fighter of the Year in 2013 by Yahoo! Sports, MMA Junkie and the Fighters Only World MMA Awards.

    A native of Baldwin, New York, Weidman began wrestling at a young age and became a New York state wrestling champion while attending Baldwin Senior High School. Following high school, Weidman earned NJCAA All-America honors at Nassau Community College in 2004 and 2005, before transferring to Hofstra. At Hofstra, he continued to thrive, becoming a two-time NCAA All-American in 2006 and 2007. Weidman currently serves as an analyst / commentator for UFC events broadcast on Paramount+.

    To view Weidman’s UFC FIGHT PASS collection please visit: https://ufcfightpass.com/playlist/34821

    To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

     

     

  • Thomas Gerbasi Named As Member Of The 2026 UFC Hall Of Fame Class

    Thomas Gerbasi Named As Member Of The 2026 UFC Hall Of Fame Class

    A new inductee to the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Class has been announced.

    UFC has announced that longtime UFC Writer and Editorial Director, Thomas Gerbasi has been named as a member of the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Class as a Contributor.

    The ceremony for the 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Class will take place on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 as part of the 14th annual UFC International Fight week. UFC sent out the following press release regarding Gerbasi’s HOF Induction:

    THOMAS GERBASI NAMED TO UFC® HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2026

    Las Vegas – UFC today announced that longtime UFC writer and editorial director, Thomas Gerbasi, has been named to the UFC Hall of Fame class for 2026 as a Contributor. The 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 9, as part of the 14th Annual UFC International Fight Week.

    “Tom was a close member of the UFC family and a very talented writer,” said UFC President & CEO Dana White.

    If you’ve ever read anything at all on UFC.com, the UFC print magazine, or any number of official books on UFC, you’ve read the writing of Thomas Gerbasi. For almost two decades, Tom served as editorial director, head writer, and company historian for UFC, recording, reporting, and telling the tale of the world’s greatest sports organization as it unfolded in real time.

    A proud native New Yorker, Gerbasi graduated from St. John’s University and celebrated his life-long love of boxing in early web publications like HouseOfBoxing.com and MaxBoxing.com, where he quickly became recognized as an authority in the sport.

    In 2024, he was honored with the Nat Fleischer Award for excellence in boxing journalism from the Boxing Writers Association of America. In 2022, he was inducted into the International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame for his work as a journalist covering the sport. His final book Boxing: The 100 Greatest Fighters, was released in September 2025.

    His acumen in boxing and combat sports eventually caught the eye of UFC, where he would transfer his massive knowledge and immense credibility to the world of mixed martial arts. He authored several of the definitive works on the company, including UFC: A Visual History; The UFC Encyclopedia; and The Official UFC Fan Guide. He diligently kept meticulous biographies of every fighter and was recognized as the utmost authority both inside and outside of UFC.

    But arguably his biggest journalistic contribution was to UFC’s website, a place where week after week, month after month, and year after year, he told the stories of the men and women who stepped into the Octagon. He was guided by the mantra “tell the stories that only we can tell,” and demanded that his team do the same. Giving as much credence to a young new fighter on the early prelims as he did the most decorated of champions, Gerbasi’s words introduced the world to thousands of MMA athletes. He spent his days talking to each and every member of the UFC roster, who implicitly trusted him to tell their diverse and inspiring stories.

    Beyond the printed and digital media domains, Gerbasi’s contributions extended to the entire UFC organization, making his impact in departments as varied as public relations, creative, live production, and broadcast. In short, anytime strong, credible copy about UFC was needed, Tom was the guy.

    In addition to his own books and his invaluable contributions to UFC, Gerbasi’s work appeared in myriad publications, including The Ring Magazine, The Village Voice, The Independent, The Boston Herald, King, Uppercut, Women’s Boxing World, Boxing News, ESPN.com, and countless others.

    Outside of combat sports, Gerbasi was an avowed family man, caring for his wife, daughter, and two young granddaughters daily. He played goalie in an organized soccer league on Sundays and ran numerous marathons in his spare time. He loved music and celebrated great cuisine.

    To see a complete list of UFC athletes and fights enshrined in the UFC Hall of Fame, as well as details regarding the UFC Hall of Fame format, please visit UFCHOFFAQ. For additional information, please visit UFC.com.

  • New Champion Crowned, Surprising Victories, Plus More – UFC 328 Results – May 9, 2026

    New Champion Crowned, Surprising Victories, Plus More – UFC 328 Results – May 9, 2026

    UFC 328 was held in Newark, New Jersey and headlined by a Middleweight Title fight with  Sean Strickland challenged Khamzat Chimaev.

    MAIN CARD

    • Sean Strickland def. Khamzat Chimaev (c) via split decision (48-47, 47-48, 48-47)
    • Joshua Van (c) def. Tatsuro Taira via fifth-round TKO (punches)
    • Alexander Volkov def. Waldo Cortes Acosta via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
    • Sean Brady def. Joaquin Buckley via unanimous decision (30-25, 30-25, 30-27)
    • King Green def. Jeremy Stephens via first-round submission (rear naked choke)

    https://x.com/ufc/status/2053335911472169037?s=46

    The show aired on Paramount + in the United States.

     

  • Gilbert Burns Signs With UFC BJJ Following MMA Retirement

    Gilbert Burns Signs With UFC BJJ Following MMA Retirement

    Gilbert Burns is no longer a UFC fighter, but he will still be active with the UFC under a different banner. Today,MMAFighting broke the news that Gilbert Burns has signed with UFC BJJ.

    They noted that while UFC BJJ has not officially made the announcement, Burns is seemingly scheduled to debut in the bowl in the coming months. In April at UFC Winnipeg, Gilbert hung up the MMA gloves and called it a retirement after his loss against Mike Malott in the main event.

    Now, he enters back into the world of BJJ. Burns is of course no stranger to jiu-jitsu, winning gold at the IBJJF World Championship in 2011 and capturing the 2010 IBJJF no-gi world title.

    UFC BJJ’s next event is on May 21, headlined by Mikey Musumeci vs. Kevin Dantzler and Cassia Moura vs. Bia Basilio. Burns being signed could be announced then, if not before.

     

  • Sean Strickland Claims Submissions Are “Gay” Ahead Of UFC 328

    Sean Strickland Claims Submissions Are “Gay” Ahead Of UFC 328

    Sean Strickland is set to challenge Khamzat Chimaev for the UFC Middleweight Championship this Saturday at UFC 328 in Newark, New Jersey.

    Ahead of the fight, fighters are doing media rounds this week and of course, Sean Strickland is one of them. He’s no stranger to saying off-the-wall, controversial things, and this week is no different. Sean Strickland has never had a submission attempted against him in any of his UFC fights. And he thinks it’s because submissions are gay.

    “Maybe because I’ve only fought men, I don’t know. […] I mean, dude, Submissions are fucking gay, dude. It’s like, they’re fucking gay. Like, I don’t, I’m sad that I have to potentially have to deal with a guy who wants to dry-hump my leg. But I’m also never really in a position for guys to do submissions, right? Like, I don’t want to go on my back, you know?”

    Khamzat Chimaev is known for his grappling. With a 15-0 record, he holds 6 of those wins by submission. There’s a good chance Sean gets taken down Saturday night.