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Salt Papi receives advice from former UFC champion on how to defeat ‘creative’ Tony Ferguson at Misfits 22

Influencer boxing promotion Misfits will host a double main event on August 30th, when three former UFC fighters step inside the boxing ring. The final fight of the night in Manchester will see former UFC champion Luke Rockhold take on fellow former MMA fighter Darren Till, who recently praised Jake Paul.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 23

‘Delusional’…Fans react to Tony Ferguson’s latest bizarre comments on Khabib Nurmagomedov ahead of boxing debut

Former UFC fan favorite Tony Ferguson didn’t hold back on Khabib Nurmagomedov after their multiple failed fight bookings. Tony Ferguson will look to snap a six-year winless streak when he makes his professional boxing debut against influencer Salt Papi at Misfits Boxing 22.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 20

UFC 318 star says former foe Tony Ferguson ‘could put himself in jeopardy’ with influencer boxing match

Michael Johnson has weighed in on Tony Ferguson’s upcoming boxing debut. Longtime UFC lightweight Johnson is still winning at 39 years old, putting together an impressive three-fight win streak with a near-finish of Daniel Zellhuber on Dustin Poirier’s retirement card at UFC 318 on Saturday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 19

Tony Ferguson makes a bold claim about how Ilia Topuria would have fared against ‘prime’ Conor McGregor

Tony Ferguson has given his prediction for a UFC fantasy fight that recently entered conversation. Ilia Topuria joined illustrious company at International Fight Week in late June by becoming the latest to reach two-division glory in MMA’s leading promotion.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

‘That’s so sad’….Fans beg Tony Ferguson to retire after Misfits Boxing title fight announcement

Fight fans aren’t happy with former UFC titleholder Tony Ferguson’s latest attempt to snap his lengthy losing skid. After parting ways with the UFC earlier this year, former interim titleholder Tony Ferguson will make his professional boxing debut under the Misfits Boxing banner.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 16

Tony Ferguson books boxing debut against Tik Tok star as Darren Till vs Luke Rockhold finally confirmed

Tony Ferguson is returning to combat sport for the first time since his UFC departure, and he’s heading to the boxing ring. The legendary former interim lightweight champion is coming to Misfits Boxing, where he will be joined by two titans of the MMA world.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7

Tony Ferguson reveals his respect for ‘unorthodox’ fighter who was once kicked out of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s gym

From one unorthodox style to another, Tony Ferguson has strong respect for one particular UFC prospect. It’s safe to say that not many fit the term ‘unique’ quite like Ferguson, a former interim UFC lightweight champion who established himself as a leading fan favorite during a 13-year stint in MMA’s leading promotion.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Tony Ferguson Just Hinted at a New Move Outside the UFC

Tony Ferguson’s final stretch in the UFC wasn’t the fairytale ending fans had hoped for. Instead, it marked a grueling slide—eight consecutive losses, the longest skid in UFC history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5

Tony Ferguson confirms combat sports return after suffering worst losing skid in UFC history

For the first time in 17 years, Tony Ferguson’s next fight won’t take place in a MMA cage. Former interim UFC champion Tony Ferguson is one of the greatest lightweights of all time.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 31

Ex-UFC champ Tony Ferguson rips former rival in defense of Islam Makhachev

Tony Ferguson has stirred the pot to rekindle an old rivalry from a fight UFC fans still wish had happened. Of course, it’s Khabib Nurmagomedov. The fight

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 29

Tony Ferguson names surprising dream UFC opponent alongside Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov

During his time in the UFC’s lightweight division, Tony Ferguson fought many of the top names. The incredible win streak of ‘El Cucuy’ led him to the interim lightweight title which should have seen his path cross with Khabib Nurmagomedov.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 29

Jon Jones and Nate Diaz Make Worrying Confession on Current Generation of UFC

UFC is currently transitioning into a new era, with hungry young fighters emerging weekly and reshaping the entire competitive landscape. Most legendary veterans who dominated the past decade have either retired gracefully or are completing their final runs in the octagon now.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 29

Khabib or Islam Makhachev? Tony Ferguson Claims Protege ‘Better’ Than Master with Stunning Praise

Following Khabib Nurmagomedov’s early UFC retirement, Islam Makhachev stepped up and filled the enormous void with unwavering conviction. He carried the Dagestani fighting legacy, capturing the UFC lightweight title and rising as the pound-for-pound king among elite fighters.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 28

UFC Veteran Enters New Arena to Challenge Khabib: ‘I Know You’re Getting Ready’

Life after the UFC can be uncharted territory, and for many fighters, it means searching for something to fill the void left by elite competition. Whether it’s coaching, commentary, or promotion, that hunger rarely fades.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 28

Tony Ferguson makes surprising Paddy Pimblett prediction

Tony Ferguson isn't often complimentary of his peers, but he believes former opponent Paddy Pimblett has a big future ahead of himself. The pair met back on the main card of UFC 296 in December of 2023.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 28

Tony Ferguson maps out plan to settle Khabib Nurmagomedov rivalry after five failed UFC fights

Tony Ferguson is still desperate to go head-to-head with Khabib Nurmagomedov. The lightweight duo was matched up against each other five times during their legendary UFC careers.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 27

Tony Ferguson teases next fight news after comeback gets cancelled

Riding an eight-fight losing streak, former interim UFC lightweight champion Tony Ferguson is still teasing more fight news. Ferguson ended his UFC run in 2024, feigning retirement after being submitted by fellow veteran Michael Chiesa.

MMA News / The SportsRush / May 10

UFC Star Destroys David Goggins-Style Training Used by Jon Jones, Adesanya & Tony Ferguson

Israel Adesanya and Tony Ferguson do not have much in common, but the one aspect of their careers that binds them together is the fact that both went viral for throwing up while working with David Goggins.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 1

GFL announces Tony Ferguson – Dillon Danis

The GFL announced a lightweight matchup last night that definitely raised some eye brows and it features a couple of really recognizable names. Former interim UFC lightweight champion Tony “El Cucuy” Ferguson (25-11) will make his return against Dillon Danis (2-0).

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 24

Ex-Champ Tony Ferguson Reportedly Leaves UFC, Signs with MMA’s Newest Promotion

After 11 years and 24 fights under the UFC banner, Tony Ferguson is apparently moving on from the Octagon. Many wondered what the future would look like for the former UFC interim lightweight champion, not having won since 2019, his last victory a TKO-stoppage over Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 3

Tony Ferguson Teases Next Fight Amid Worst Losing Streak in UFC History

Another year, another UFC fight for Tony Ferguson? That's what we're all wondering for the former interim lightweight champion, who "semi-retired" after his eighth-straight loss, laying down only one glove in the Octagon after getting tapped out by Michael Chiesa in August.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / August 2

UFC on ABC 7: Michael Chiesa vs. Tony Ferguson Fight Preview

Looking to avoid putting himself in sole position for the longest losing streak in UFC history, Tony Ferguson will move back up to welterweight at UFC on ABC 7 to face Michael Chiesa.

MMA News / Yardbarker / June 10, 2024

Dana White calls for UFC star to retire after next fight

A seven-fight losing streak would have gotten most fighters cut from the UFC; however, Tony Ferguson (26-10) is not like most fighters.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 20, 2024

Why It’s Time for Tony Ferguson to Retire

Fighters can go into devastating slumps that ruin their career. Just look at Holly Holm. After losing to Kayla Harrison at UFC 300, her own boss is calling for her to retire.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / December 12, 2023

Tony Ferguson Stares Down the Barrel of Retirement at UFC 296

Tony Ferguson returns for the second time this year and looks to snap his unwanted, awful six-fight losing streak. Having gone on one of the best winning runs in the company’s history, El Cucuy has had almost no success since May 2020.