ESPN’s Brett Okamoto reports that Daniel Cormier will take on Stipe Miocic for the UFC Heavyweight title. The two will coach TUF 27 and will headline UFC 226 in Las Vegas in July. Murmurs of what will undoubtedly be billed as a superfight occurred immediately after UFC 220. Cormier had indicated that he wanted Cain […]
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Light heavyweight flagged by USADA
Coming off of a victory last month in his debut with the organization at UFC 219, Michal Oleksiejczuk was put on provisional suspension after an in-competition test was flagged for a potential banned substance. Oleksiejczuk defeated Khalil Rhountree via unanimous decision. Via UFC.com: The UFC organization was notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) […]
Johnson wants Dillashaw on big card to maximize PPV bonus
Demetrious Johnson told ESPN that he wants a big PPV with T.J. Dillashaw on a “stacked card.” In the interview, he inadvertently revealed his PPV points bonus with the UFC. Via ESPN: “I’ve seen guys jump on [stacked] PPV cards and make $1.5 million, fighting an inferior opponent than who I’m about to fight. Me […]
UFC Heavyweight sets up GoFundMe to pay for his corner to fly to Brazil
UFC Heavyweight Timothy Johnson set up a GoFundMe page to assist in bringing two of his cornermen to Brazil for next weekend’s fight against Luis Henrique at UFC Fight Night 125 in Brazil. Fortunately, for the 32-year-old fighter, his needs have been met but his plight presents the issue of dealing with costs and travel […]
UFC 220 Prelims draw 905,000 on FS1, Bellator 192 770,00 viewers on Paramount
The UFC 220 Prelims on FS1 drew 905,000 viewers according to Nielsen via ShowBuzz Daily. The prelims overlapped with Bellator 192 on Paramount which drew 770,000 viewers. UPDATED: Bellator 192 was also on CMT network. Thanks to a reader who pointed this out. Based on the combined ratings Bellator 192 drew 931,000 viewers (CMT chipped […]