Khabib ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov reacts to NSAC’s decision to reduce his training partners suspensions

Today, The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) reduced the suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov, Khabib’s training partners, who were involved in the post fight brawl at UFC 229 when Khabib defeated Conor McGregor via submission. Post the news from NSAC today, Khabib Nurmagomedov took to instagram to share his thoughts on NSAC’s decision. Here’s the post and translation: “OFFICIALThe Nevada State Athletic … Continue reading Khabib ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov reacts to NSAC’s decision to reduce his training partners suspensions

NSAC reduces suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov (Khabib’s training partners)

The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) has approved reduction in the suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov, both Khabib Nurmagomedov’s training partners, by 35 days. However, they are required to complete community service of ten hours. Talking to MMA Junkie NSAC Director Bob Bennett said: “Provided it is significant and productive for the youth, upon my approval and recommendation to the commission, the … Continue reading NSAC reduces suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov (Khabib’s training partners)

Urijah Faber expects to return to the octagon sooner than most think!

In an interview on The MMA Hour, UFC Urijah Faber said he’s very close to coming out of retirement and returning to the octagon and has been offered several fights. Here’s the full transcript of what he said: “It’s very serious. No one really gets to see the behind-the-scenes of what goes on when events are being put together or anything like that and throughout … Continue reading Urijah Faber expects to return to the octagon sooner than most think!

Dustin ‘The Diamond’ Porier gives his thoughts on expected title unification bout with lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov

In an interview with MMA Junkie Radio, Dustin ‘The Diamond’ Poirier expressed his thoughts on his fight with the current UFC lightweight champion Khabib ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov, and believed that UFC 242 is most definitely the tentative plan, but is unsure of the holdup to the fight being made official. Here’s what he had to say: “Everything is pointing to it happening in Abu Dhabi, September … Continue reading Dustin ‘The Diamond’ Porier gives his thoughts on expected title unification bout with lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov

“After I knock you out I might piss in your toothless mouth”, says Paulie Malignaggi to Artem Lobov

This afternoon (Monday), Artem ‘The Russian Hammer’ Lobov and Paulie Malignaggi met at the press conference in New York to promote their upcoming BKFC fight, on June 22. To no surprise, the trash talk was extreme. Artem Lobov took the mic first, he tried to keep things levelheaded and civil, only stating that Malignaggi was not physically or mentally ready for a sport as ruthless … Continue reading “After I knock you out I might piss in your toothless mouth”, says Paulie Malignaggi to Artem Lobov

Conor McGregor’s ‘love child’ mother, Terri Murray, takes shots at ‘The Notorious’ in her Instagram posts

Terri Murray, the lady who claims the father of her child Clodagh is none other than UFC star ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor, seems to be taking a swipe at Conor in an Instagram story post on Saturday. Terri uploaded a video of her daughter Clodagh falling on a trampoline, with a caption that read: “Oh god she’s like her dad, can’t stay on her feet.” … Continue reading Conor McGregor’s ‘love child’ mother, Terri Murray, takes shots at ‘The Notorious’ in her Instagram posts

“Dana was right” about Oscar De La Hoya, says Tito Ortiz

Known boxing promoter Oscar De La Hoya promoted his first MMA event last November. The event featured a trilogy fight between UFC’s old school, aging legends and Hall of Famers, Chuck ‘The Ice-Man’ Liddell and Tito Ortiz. UFC President Dana White was one of many who thrashed the decision to make that fight. Talking to Yahoo! Sports about the event and De La Hoya, Dana … Continue reading “Dana was right” about Oscar De La Hoya, says Tito Ortiz

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coach Javier Mendez names four ‘most dangerous’ opponents for the champ

In a recent interview with SportsDaily.ru , Javier Mendez the head coach of current undisputed undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov, named 4 most difficult challenges for the champ, ranked from least to most dangerous – as per Javier Mendez. Here’s the list in the transcript of what he said: “Talking about four potential rivals for Khabib I can give my assessment from the [least] … Continue reading Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coach Javier Mendez names four ‘most dangerous’ opponents for the champ

Yoshihiro Akiyama scheduled to make his ONE Championship debut on 15 June at ‘ONE: Legendary Quest’

Another high profile free agent most recently signed by ONE Championship, Yoshihiro Akiyama, is scheduled to make his debut at ONE Championship’s event ‘Legendary Quest’ from Shanghai, China on 15th June 2019. Yoshihiro Akiyama will make his debut against Agilan Thani. Here’s the current lineup for the card ‘ONE: Legendary Quest’: Stamp Fairtex vs. Alma Juniku (Muay Thai – Atomweight title fight) Reinier de Ridder … Continue reading Yoshihiro Akiyama scheduled to make his ONE Championship debut on 15 June at ‘ONE: Legendary Quest’

Megan Anderson shares her thoughts on Instagram, post defeat at UFC Rochester

Megan Anderson and Felicia ‘Feenom’ Spencer, two former Invicta featherweight champions went toe to toe at UFC Rochester last Saturday. Felicia Spencer didn’t waste much time taking Megan to the ground, flattening her out and locking in a rear naked choke to get the tap. Felicia improved her winning record and remained undefeated, while Megan Anderson fell to 1-2 in her UFC career, with her … Continue reading Megan Anderson shares her thoughts on Instagram, post defeat at UFC Rochester

Cris Cyborg Accepts Felicia ‘Feenom’ Spencer’s challenge!

After impressing the world with submission win over Megan Anderson at UFC Rochester, Felicia Spencer in an interview backstage stated she desired to face Cris Cyborg, “it would be an honor” she said.Cris Cyborg has responded to the call out in her twitter post, she’s down and she knows when she wants it to go down. Here’s her tweet: Continue reading Cris Cyborg Accepts Felicia ‘Feenom’ Spencer’s challenge!