MMA News wrap-up: UFC 313 ends with a whimper, Dana White’s boxing league, Jean Silva steals the show, more
Magomed Ankalaev is the man to beat at light heavyweight, whether people like it or not.
It’s unlikely Ankalaev reaches the same level stardom as Alex Pereira, the man he just outworked to become champion in Saturday’s UFC 313 main event, but the reality is that Ankalaev is yet to lose in 14 straight fights dating back to 2018, so fans and critics might have to get used to seeing his face on the marquee.
The reception hasn’t been warm so far, with Ankalaev and Pereira putting on a five-round fight light on memorable moments that ended with Pereira’s sizzling championship run going out with a whimper. It’s possible we see an immediate rematch between the two, with the hopes that it can’t be any worse than the first fight. Right?
Regardless, readers roasted UFC 313’s headlining bout and you can check out some of the best running results commentary below.
Dana White, Turki Alalshikh announce new boxing league under TKO banner
It’s official: Dana White is putting his money where his mouth is and entering the world of boxing. Well, technically a large chunk of that money is coming from Turki Alalshikh, but White and company are actually doing this for real this time.
Jean Silva trolls Bryce Mitchell with globe at heated UFC 314 press conference
Like it or not, Bryce Mitchell has a fight booked for UFC 314 against up-and-coming featherweight contender Jean Silva.
At a press conference for the April 12 event, Silva stole the show by mocking Mitchell’s ignorant comments and penchant for conspiracy theories, and his antics drew plenty of reactions.
Paige VanZant wants women’s titles introduced after latest win at Power Slap 12: ‘We’re here to knock b*tches out’
Former UFC fighter and BKFC standout Paige VanZant continues to make headlines, this time in the world of Power Slap as she competed for the organization for the third time. Whether this latest career choice of hers is worth following, well, mileage may vary.
UFC owners address rumors about seeking over $1 billion per year in new broadcast rights deal
Could the UFC sign a 10-figure broadcasting rights deal soon? Folks are skeptical if the world’s largest MMA promotion is worth that kind of scratch.
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