UFC on ESPN 8: Giga Chikadze Had a Feeling Mike Davis Would Drop Out...
Giga Chikadze did not fight Mike Davis as planned on Saturday at UFC on ESPN 8. Instead, he faced off with short-notice replacement Irwin Rivera, after Davis pulled out of their bout. For the third time. Post-fight, Chikadze expressed his frustration...
UFC on ESPN 8: Dan Ige on Potential Zombie, Max Holloway Fights
Dan Ige tool home a controversial split decision on Saturday night at UFC on ESPN 8. Ige took the fight on the scorecards. UFC President Dana White gave it to opponent Edson Barboza. Fans were split, but then, finding...
UFC on ESPN 8: Song Yadong Downplays Vera’s Post-Fight Snub
In a fight that almost didn't happen, Song Yadong (16-4-1, 1NC) put in a strong performance against Marlon Vera at UFC on ESPN 8. No small task, given all the distractions beforehand. Visa troubles nearly scuttled the bout, and forced...
Despite Competing at Flyweight at UFC on ESPN 8, Cortney Casey Says Her Weight...
Cortney Casey pulled of an impressive, and bonus-winning, arm-bar submission at UFC on ESPN 8. Opponent Mara Romero Borella's cry of pain let you knew that arm-bar was in good and tight. It was the first finish for Casey since...
UFC on ESPN 8: Kevin Holland Campaigns for Empty Arena Shows Once a Year
"You don't get paid by the hour, so you never want to do more time than you have to," Kevin Holland observed following a 39-second TKO finish of Anthony Hernandez at UFC on ESPN 8. The finish was set up...
UFC on ESPN 8: Krzysztof Jotko Explains Pursuit of Uriah Hall Rematch
Fresh off a big win over Eryk Anders at UFC on ESPN 8, Krzysztof Jotko was looking ahead — by looking back. Jotko has long desired a rematch with former opponent Uriah Hall. The pair met in 2017, with Hall...
UFC on ESPN 8: Claudia Gadelha Explains Callout of Carla Esparza, Who She Already...
As callouts go, Claudia Gadelha's choice after defeating Angela Hill at UFC on ESPN 8 was a head-scratcher. The Brazilian strawweight opted to throw out the name Carla Esparza. A former champion in the UFC's 115lb division, Esparza has...
UFC on ESPN 8: Alistair Overeem Feels Walt Harris’ Weight Worked Against Him
When he knocked down Alistair Overeem in the opening round of their main event fight Saturday, it felt like Walt Harris would finally catch a break. It's hard to say happy ending, given what the heavyweight has been through....
UFC on ESPN 8 Bonuses: Cortney Casey, Miguel Baeza Rewarded for Big Finishes
Ouch. That was the immediate reaction to Cortney Casey's fight-winning arm-bar at UFC on ESPN 8 in Jacksonville on Saturday. The final of three shows in eight days in the Florida city was capped by a heavyweight pairing. Alistair...
UFC: Bantamweight Marlon Vera Enjoying Easier Weight Cut, but Admits Featherweights Seem Huge
Visa issues with opponent Song Yadong or not, Marlon Vera is fighting Saturday night. China's Yadong hit a snag in his visa process, although the belief is he has it sorted. Still, just to be safe, Team Alpha Male coach...
