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Demetrious Johnson reveals the amount of money he wanted the UFC to pay him to fight TJ Dillashaw

Demetrious Johnson reveals the amount of money he wanted the UFC to pay him to fight TJ Dillashaw

Demetrious Johnson has opened up about the figure he wanted the UFC to pay him to take on TJ Dillashaw. In his sparkling career, ‘Mighty Mouse’ cemented his status as an all-time great, utilizing his phenomenal skill set to destroy an array of high-level opponents.

Ryan Bader News / Empire Sports Media / May 4
Ryan Bader signs with RIZIN FF

Ryan Bader signs with RIZIN FF

Tonight, RIZIN FF is hosting an event from the Tokyo Dome in Japan and they broke some big news on their broadcast. The promotion announced that former two-division Bellator champion Ryan Bader (31-8) has signed with the promotion with plans for him to make his debut on their New Year’s Eve card.

Bo Nickal News / Bloody Elbow / May 4
‘Told yall’… Reinier de Ridder’s former opponent speaks on his shocking KO win over Bo Nickal

‘Told yall’… Reinier de Ridder’s former opponent speaks on his shocking KO win over Bo Nickal

Reinier de Ridder earned the biggest win of his UFC career to date on May 3 by derailing the undefeated streak of Bo Nickal. Though ‘The Dutch Knight’ is best known for his submission skills, it was his striking that saw de Ridder hand Nickal his first loss in Des Moines.

Miesha Tate News / Bloody Elbow / May 4

Miesha Tate breaks silence with cryptic post amid retirement talk after UFC Des Moines defeat

Miesha Tate has shared a cryptic social media statement after her latest MMA loss. The former bantamweight champion fell to a unanimous decision defeat at UFC Des Moines on Saturday night.

MMA News / Field Level Media / May 4
Cory Sandhagen stops Deiveson Figueiredo in 2nd round

Cory Sandhagen stops Deiveson Figueiredo in 2nd round

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Bantamweight Cory Sandhagen defeated Deiveson Figueiredo in unexpected fashion on Saturday night, forcing the former two-time flyweight champion to submit due to injury to his left knee after a leg lock gone wrong in Round 2.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 4
Reinier De Ridder makes bizarre callout of Sean Strickland after vicious Bo Nickal KO at UFC Des Moines

Reinier De Ridder makes bizarre callout of Sean Strickland after vicious Bo Nickal KO at UFC Des Moines

Reinier De Ridder paid Sean Strickland the ultimate compliment in his post-fight callout on Saturday night – much to the surprise of fans. The Dutch star viciously stopped wrestling legend Bo Nickal in the co-main event of UFC Des Moines, before naming Strickland as his next planned victim.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 4

Cory Sandhagen Stops Deiveson Figueiredo; Calls Out Winner Of Dvalishvili Vs. O’Malley

Cory Sandhagen stopped ex-flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the second round at UFC Des Moines.  It was a massive win for Sandhagen as he moved closer to securing a title shot against the UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili.

Arman Tsarukyan News / Athlon Sports / May 3
‘There’s No Point in Fighting’ – Arman Tsarukyan Sends Message Over UFC Disrespect

‘There’s No Point in Fighting’ – Arman Tsarukyan Sends Message Over UFC Disrespect

As UFC President Dana White and his matchmaking team work to finalize the promotion’s summer calendar, it’s clear there are still obstacles to overcome.

Miesha Tate News / MMA on SI / May 3
Ex-UFC champ Miesha Tate loses comeback fight at 38 years old

Ex-UFC champ Miesha Tate loses comeback fight at 38 years old

Yana Santos has spoiled the comeback-party for former bantamweight champion Miesha Tate at UFC Des Moines. Santos and Tate headlined the night's prelims, where they went tit for tat over 15 minutes.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 3
Exclusive: Deiveson Figueiredo Predicts Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley 2, Reveals Key to UFC Des Moines Win

Exclusive: Deiveson Figueiredo Predicts Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley 2, Reveals Key to UFC Des Moines Win

Deiveson Figueiredo (24-4-1) is prepared for danger when he shares the Octagon with Cory Sandhagen (17-5). Figueiredo and Sandhagen will collide in the main event of UFC Des Moines on Saturday.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 3
UFC Trailblazer is open to trilogy against Ronda Rousey

UFC Trailblazer is open to trilogy against Ronda Rousey

According to AthlonSports.com, this Saturday, the UFC will host Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo in Des Moines. Veteran MMA trailblazer Miesha Tate will battle against Yana Santos.

Francis Ngannou News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3
Francis Ngannou issues statement after woman he hit on motorcycle dies

Francis Ngannou issues statement after woman he hit on motorcycle dies

Francis Ngannou issued a statement Friday regarding the motorcycle accident he was involved in that resulted in the death of a woman. News reports circulated earlier this week saying that Ngannou was in Cameroon riding a motorcycle and had hit a woman who was returning home from an outing with friends.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / May 2
Zhang Lipeng Betting On Experience Over Youth At ONE Fight Night 31

Zhang Lipeng Betting On Experience Over Youth At ONE Fight Night 31

Zhang Lipeng will see an opportunity to play spoiler on Friday, May 2, at ONE Fight Night 31. The ONE Championship athlete squares off against unbeaten Lucas Gabriel in a lightweight scrap that could push the winner into title contention.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 2
UFC Des Moines Preview and Prediction: Jeremy Stephens – Mason Jones

UFC Des Moines Preview and Prediction: Jeremy Stephens – Mason Jones

Kicking off the six-fight main card tomorrow night at UFC Des Moines will be a lightweight matchup that features a very interesting return to the octagon.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 2
GSP Tells Aspinall To Stay Focused Amid Jon Jones Frustration

GSP Tells Aspinall To Stay Focused Amid Jon Jones Frustration

Georges St-Pierre has told Tom Aspinall to remain focused amid his frustrations over the Jon Jones fight not being agreed.  Aspinall has been chasing Jones for some time since he became the UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion.

Tom Aspinall News / Dice City Sports / May 2
Jones’ Old nemesis pegs Aspinall ‘future legend’

Jones’ Old nemesis pegs Aspinall ‘future legend’

Former UFC champion Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson has some strong opinions on the UFC Interim Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. Jackson has a strong feeling that Aspinall will be around for years to come.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / May 1
3 Bouts To Watch At ONE Fight Night 31

3 Bouts To Watch At ONE Fight Night 31

ONE Championship’s latest offering in U.S. primetime will be a blitzkrieg of martial arts action. On Friday, May 2, ONE Fight Night 31 takes center stage in Lumpinee Stadium on Prime Video.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 2
Marina Rodriguez vs. Gillian Robertson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Iowa

Marina Rodriguez vs. Gillian Robertson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Iowa

The UFC Iowa Prelims continue to roll as we’re set to bring you another betting prediction and pick for this upcoming bout in the Women’s Strawweight (115) Division.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / April 29
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is unrecognizeable as UFC fighter in A24's "The Smashing Machine"

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is unrecognizeable as UFC fighter in A24's "The Smashing Machine"

It appears Dwayne Johnson may soon be entering the Oscars conversation with his upcoming role in the Benny Safdie directed film. 

How many of the 40 greatest sports films ever made have you seen?
Who is Mark Kerr? The UFC fighter Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson plays in new ‘The Smashing Machine’ film
Brad Pitt to star in "The Riders" from "Conclave" director and A24

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