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Matt Frevola Responds to Referee Confusion During UFC Vancouver Fight

Frevola addressed the controversy surrounding his bout last Saturday, where referee confusion briefly halted action after Round 1. “I never thought the fight was stopped… it looked like a mistake by the ref,” he wrote. Despite the unanimous decision loss, Frevola said he was glad to continue, noting he “even took Round 2 in some of the judges’ eyes.”

By Afnan Chougle

42 minutes ago

Drew Dober Opens Up on Personal Struggles After Emotional Win

Dober revealed the hardships behind his post-fight comment to Daniel Cormier, sharing that he recently lost a child during training camp. “Three losses hurt… I had to remind myself why I started,” Dober said. After rediscovering his passion, he delivered an emotional third-round TKO win over Kyle Nelson last Saturday, vowing to “bring the dog out sooner next time.”

By Afnan Chougle

about 1 hour ago

Daniel Cormier Praises Reinier De Ridder’s Corner for Stopping Fight vs. Brendan Allen

DC, who was in the commentator booth, applauded De Ridder’s corner for throwing in the towel in the fourth-round loss to Allen at UFC Vancouver. “He was barely able to get up… his corner did him a favor,” Cormier said. He added that more teams should protect fighters the same way, calling it “a chance to fight another day.”

By Afnan Chougle

about 1 hour ago

Max Holloway Mocks Jean Silva for Calling Him Out After Diego Lopes Loss

Holloway laughed off Silva’s callout following Silva’s knockout defeat to Lopes in September. “Is he smoking drugs? Did he not see what Diego just did to him? That motherf**er is still concussed, bro,” Holloway said. The BMF champion, fresh off a win over Dustin Poirier, is eyeing a bout against Oliveira. He dismissed #10-ranked Silva’s challenge as delusional and ill-timed.

By Afnan Chougle

about 1 hour ago

Mike Malott Addresses Low-Blow Controversy After Win Over Kevin Holland

Malott defended his unanimous-decision victory over #15-ranked Holland last Saturday at UFC Vancouver after two controversial low blows in Round 1. “I know we both threw kicks… my shin probably brushed his cup,” Malott said. Holland fought through visible pain but couldn’t recover fully. Despite debate over a possible point deduction, Malott called the win “the first step” toward contention.

By Afnan Chougle

about 3 hours ago

Dillon Danis Reveals UFC Intentions Citing Reinier De Ridder’s Loss at UFC Vancouver

Danis used the aftermath of RDR's fourth-round corner-stoppage defeat to Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver to slam the division and declare his intentions. “Number 4 ranked contender couldn’t even stand to f**king Brendan Allen off the stool… There are levels to this,” Danis stated. Danis earlier pressed for a bout with ex-champion Islam Makhachev, declaring he’s ready for the UFC.

By Afnan Chougle

about 3 hours ago

Reinier De Ridder Reveals Illness and Injury, Calls Out Strickland After Vancouver Loss

“Devastated by the loss… could hardly stand, and broke my hand in Round 1,” RDR said after his corner halted the fight in the fourth round against Brendan Allen when he was unable to continue. This loss broke his four-fight win streak. Despite the setback, the #4-ranked middleweight called out ex-champion Strickland, vowing, “I’m coming for that middleweight belt.”

By Afnan Chougle

about 3 hours ago

Fedor Emelianenko Backs Magomed Ankalaev to Regain UFC Light Heavyweight Title

MMA legend Emelianenko expressed confidence that fellow Russian Ankalaev will reclaim UFC gold after losing it against Alex Pereira via KO on 5 October. “I believe he can do it again. He’s very gifted and not loudmouth,” Fedor said. Ankalaev captured the belt in March against Pereira but never defended it before dropping the title in his first scheduled defense.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera Claims He Was ‘Robbed’ in Loss to Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Vancouver

After a close fight ended in a split decision on the main card on 18 October, “Chito” Vera insisted he deserved the win over Zahabi. “Sometimes things can get really dark. But not giving up will get you light… Don’t get it twisted, I won tonight; we got robbed in Canada,” Vera posted, voicing frustration over the judges’ decision.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Belal Muhammad Predicted Brendan Allen’s Finish Over Reinier De Ridder at UFC Vancouver

Former welterweight champion Muhammad accurately called #9-ranked Allen’s fourth-round TKO win over #4-ranked De Ridder in the main event on 18 October. Before the bout, Muhammad, who was in Allen's corner, predicted, “Allen finishes him,” and later posted, “Bully knows,” after the result. Allen’s dominant performance validated Muhammad’s call as he secured his biggest career win in the middleweight division.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Jon Anik Praises Reinier De Ridder’s Corner After UFC Vancouver Stoppage

During the main event on October 18, 2025, at Rogers Arena, commentator Anik applauded the decision to stop the bout between Ridder and Allen: “That was a corner stoppage. Nice to see RDR’s corner get involved there.” Allen earned a fourth-round TKO victory after de Ridder’s camp halted his fighter, marking a major turning point in the middleweight division.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Tom Aspinall Vows to Be an Active Champion and Face the Best Contenders

Aspinall, who claimed the title after Jon Jones retired, says he’s determined to end the heavyweight division’s inactivity and defend his title regularly. “I just want to be the champion who fights often and fights the best guys,” he said. Preparing for Ciryl Gane on 25 October, Aspinall emphasized champions should “fight the number one contenders” and keep divisions moving.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Brendan Allen Says He Expected Reinier De Ridder to Quit in UFC Vancouver Fight

Allen admitted he thought De Ridder might not finish their five-round fight. “Yeah, for sure… his one fight with the Russian guy, he couldn’t answer the bell,” Allen said, referencing De Ridder’s ONE Championship loss to Anatoly Malykhin in 2022 and 2024. Despite limited prep time, Allen was satisfied with the fourth-round TKO win, calling the performance “not too shabby.”

By Afnan Chougle

about 8 hours ago

After UFC Vancouver Results, Tam Khan Predicts Khamzat Chimaev Will Stay Unbeaten

Fifteen fighters have tried their luck against Khamzat Chimaev and failed every time. Reinier De Ridder was seen as a potential threat, but after his loss to Brendan Allen, Tam Khan declared, “Nobody is beating Khamzat.” RDR was undefeated in the UFC until the Vancouver event, but the way he gave up before round 5 left even Chimaev unimpressed, calling him a “bullsh*t guy.”

By Adarsh Ojha

about 10 hours ago

UFC Vancouver: Brendan Allen Receives $130K Gift After Defeating Reinier De Ridder

After stepping in for Anthony Hernandez on short notice, Allen stunned everyone by beating RDR. Following the win, his brother, Maj, gifted him a Platinum Daytona Rolex. “I’ve never been gifted something like this,” Allen said. “They (UFC) didn’t give me the bonus, but I got one from my brother.” Now, after this win, Allen aims to face Du Plessis to secure a title shot.

By Adarsh Ojha

about 10 hours ago

Joe Rogan Hypes Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Clash for White House Card

“The big money fight is Alex vs. Jones at the White House… make it 225 lbs, doesn’t have to be for a title,” Rogan said. UFC commentator believes Jones’ (28-1) career proves he’s the greatest ever, while Pereira (13-3) is the most destructive fighter in history. Meanwhile, Dana White, remains hesitant, calling Jones’ return on White House card “risky.”

By Adarsh Ojha

about 12 hours ago

UFC Vancouver: Four Fighters Earn $50,000 Bonuses from Dana White and Co

Aori Qileng scored a 21-second knockout over Cody Gibson, the fastest of his career. Charles Jourdain submitted Davey Grant with a first-round guillotine choke, with both earning $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses. Meanwhile, Drew Dober overcame a point-deducted low blow to defeat Kyle Prepolec in a brutal Fight of the Night, also taking home a $50,000 bonus.

By Adarsh Ojha

about 13 hours ago

Khamzat Chimaev and Other UFC Pros React to Reinier De Ridder Giving Up vs. Brendan Allen

Chimaev, who was eyeing a fight with RDR, seemed frustrated, saying, “This bullsh*t guy gave up.” Meanwhile, the closest contender for the title, Nassourdine Imavov, laughed, saying, “Knew it.” Until this fight, RDR was undefeated and had even beaten fighters like Bo Nickal, but Allen handed him an upset loss before the 5th round. Sadykhov added, “Honestly, I’m surprised to see that.”

By Adarsh Ojha

about 13 hours ago

Kevin Holland Frustrated Following Loss to Mike Malott at UFC Vancouver Co-Main Event

“No doubt we suck, never bet on me again," Holland said after losing two fights in a row. The bout saw Holland take two low blows in round one, with no points deducted, and ended with a unanimous decision win for Malott. Holland, who fought his fifth fight of the year, is now eyeing his sixth fight to make history. For now all he need is, “head massage.”

By Adarsh Ojha

about 13 hours ago

UFC Vancouver: Mike Malott Chooses Canadian Fans Over Any American Event

Fresh off a unanimous 29–28 win over Kevin Holland (28-15), Malott (13-2) made it clear he’d “rather be co-main in Canada” than just another fighter on a U.S. show, including June’s historic 2026 card. Calling fight week “summer camp,” he added, “I’ll fight where the UFC tells me to fight, but I will always prefer to fight in Canada.”

By Adarsh Ojha

about 13 hours ago

Chito Vera Shows Frustration Following Third Consecutive Loss at UFC Vancouver

Aiemann Zahabi (14-2), extending his winning streak to seven, edged Chito Vera in a close three-round fight at UFC Vancouver, winning by split decision after outlanding Vera (23-11) in every round. 'Chito' scored a knockdown in round two but couldn’t maintain momentum and grew visibly frustrated, now on the worst skid of his career, tossing a bottle & storming out of the cage.

By Adarsh Ojha

about 14 hours ago

UFC Vancouver Main Event Results: Brendan Allen vs. Reinier de Ridder Ends in a Big Upset

Allen stopped de Ridder at Rodgers Arena after four rounds of dominant top control & ground-and-pound. RDR’s corner threw in the towel before round five, ending his hopes of a title shot. Watching closely, Khamzat Chimaev tweeted, “This bulls*** guy gave up,” mocking his surrender. With this big upset, Nassourdine Imavov is now the closest to getting Chimaev’s next title defense.

By Adarsh Ojha

1 day ago

Umar Nurmagomedov Says Patchy Mix Has Lost His Fire in the Cage

Umar questioned Mix’s recent performances, suggesting the ex-Bellator bantamweight champ is lacking motivation. “Patchy Mix’s class is going down… maybe he’s missing some fire inside to fight,” Umar said. He noted Mix, currently with two consecutive UFC losses, didn’t look like the same fighter who faced Tiger Magomedov, adding, “He can do much better; I don’t know what’s wrong.”

By Afnan Chougle

1 day ago

Eddie Hearn Fires Back After Dana White Calls Him a ‘Lunatic’ Amid Boxing Rivalry

Boxing promoter Hearn responded to UFC president White’s “lunatic” remark, saying he’s concerned about White’s temper. “Just chill… It’s only little old me,” Hearn said after criticizing White’s boxing debut event this year. Their rivalry is intensifying as Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing and White’s new Zuffa Boxing prepare to compete directly in 2026, both set to air major events on Paramount.

By Afnan Chougle

1 day ago

Umar Nurmagomedov Predicts Merab Dvalishvili Will ‘Maul’ Petr Yan Without Knockout

Nurmagomedov expects bantamweight champion Dvalishvili to dominate Yan in their rematch unless Yan scores a knockout. “Merab became much better… he’s gonna wrestle all night, and that’s big trouble for Petr,” Umar said. He acknowledged Yan’s striking power but warned, “If it’s not a knockout, I think Merab is gonna maul Petr.” Dvalishvili vs. Yan 2 takes place in December.

By Afnan Chougle

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