The UFC will review post-fight comments made by Colby Covington in the Octagon last night at UFC Fight Night 119 in Brazil. Covington has issued an “apology” of sorts but the comments show the line between gimmick and insensitivity. Covington earned a victory over Demian Maia and proceeded to call the Brazilian crowd “animals” and […]
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McGregor caught using homophobic slur on camera
Conor McGregor used a homophobic slur at a UFC over the weekend which will test the UFC as to how to handle the situation with its biggest superstar. Cameras caught McGregor using the slur when talking to Artem Lobov. Videos showing the slur were deleted from official accounts. McGregor has been vocal for equality when […]
UFC to host more than 1,500 first responders at 216
Dana White announced that over 1,500 first responders as well as some injured in the horrific shooting on Sunday will attend UFC 216 Saturday. White told TSN the news the day before the event. Everyone at the weigh-ins on Friday were Vegas Strong apparel in support of the community after the tragic mass shooting on […]
UFC “disappointed” with Werdum, will do LGBTQ outreach
Fabricio Werdum will do outreach in the LGBTQ community as a result of a tirade at a UFC 216 Media Lunch last week with Tony Ferguson. Werdum used a homophobic slur directed to Ferguson during a confrontation with the UFC lightweight. As a result, the UFC has issued a statement expressing its disappointment with Werdum. […]
Mayweather-McGregor may use 8 ounce gloves
The Nevada State Athletic Commission will be looking into changing the glove size for the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight at its next meeting on August 16th. Mayweather has requested that the glove size be changed from the typical 10-ounce gloves for the 147-pound weight division to 8 ounce gloves. In MMA, the glove weight is […]