Tag Archives: UFC News
Ronda Rousey Discusses Whether She Has Closed The Door On Her MMA Career
ESPN sent out the following: Former UFC champ-turned-WWE wrestler Ronda Rousey discusses her relationship with UFC president Dana White, and whether she’s retired from MMA forever.
Ronda Rousey Says “This Is My Life Now” Regarding WWE Future
WWE sent out the following: Former UFC champ Ronda Rousey talks about joining WWE, saying wrestling “is my life now,” and that she could have done a lot of other things to earn more money, but wouldn’t have enjoyed them as much.
Backstage Details On How WWE Hid Ronda Rousey During WWE Royal Rumble PPV
In an update on former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey making a surprise appearance at the conclusion of last night’s WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view, while there was speculation that Ronda would be appearing in some fashion last night, it came as a massive shock to the locker room and production team when she appeared Continue Reading »
Ronda Rousey Appears At Royal Rumble; Signs Deal To Become Full-Time Superstar
Former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey made an appearance at the end of tonight’s WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view, confronting WWE RAW Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss, WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair and the first-ever winner of the Women’s Royal Rumble pay-per-view, Asuka. According to a report from ESPN, Rousey has signed a deal with Continue Reading »
CM Punk – UFC Update
In an interview with the Associated Press, UFC President Dana White commented on the future of CM Punk with the mixed martial arts organization and noted that he will be giving Punk another chance to step back into the Octagon. “I like that guy. He’s a good dude. He wants one more. He wants to Continue Reading »
Matt Riddle Discusses The Controversy Regarding His UFC Departure, Dana White & More
In an interview with Sports Illustrated, former UFC fighter turned pro wrestler Matt Riddle discussed the controversy surrounding his departure from the UFC several years ago, his opinion of Dana White and more. “I am not the biggest fan of Dana White. I didn’t like the way he handled my situation, especially considering the way Continue Reading »
UFC Fighter Francis Ngannou Discusses Why He Wants To Fight Brock Lesnar
UFC Heavyweight fighter Francis Ngannou, who defeated Alistair Overeem at UFC 218 and will face Stipe Miocic for the UFC Heavyweight Championship at UFC 220, was a recent guest on the Top Turtle MMA podcast earlier this week and noted that he would love to fight former UFC Heavyweight Champion and current WWE Universal Champion, Continue Reading »
Report: Ronda Rousey Finalizing Details On Joining WWE
Former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey is finalizing details on a deal that will see her join the WWE, according to a report from USA Today. Rousey, who has spent time at the WWE Performance Center in recent months, working on her in-ring training, teased during an appearance at the Mae Young Classic tournament Continue Reading »
WWE Seek Feedback On UFC Fighters, NFL Players & Boxers Potentially Appearing On Their Shows
WWE sent out a new survey to their mailing list today requesting feedback on several names that WWE fans would want to see appear on WWE shows and compete in WWE matches. Names made available to those on the mailing list included UFC stars Conor McGregor, Cris Cyborg, Ronda Rousey and Miesha Tate, actor Terry Continue Reading »
CM Punk Meeting With Dana White This Weekend To Discuss His UFC Future
During a media event this week to promote the UFC 218 pay-per-view on Saturday night, UFC President Dana White noted that he will be meeting with former WWE Champion CM Punk this weekend to discuss Punk’s future with the MMA organization. “CM Punk is coming to Detroit and wants to talk to me. I love Continue Reading »
Finn Bálor Discusses The Potential Of Conor McGregor Appearing On WWE Programming
In an interview with The UK Sun, WWE RAW superstar Finn Bálor commented on the potential of UFC star Conor McGregor appearing on WWE programming following reports that McGregor’s team had been in discussions with the WWE about him appearing at WrestleMania 34, something that UFC President Dana White recently stated is untrue. “I hope Continue Reading »
Conor McGregor – WrestleMania 34 Update
UFC President Dana White was a guest on Good Day New York earlier this morning and was questioned on the reports that Conor McGregor could be stepping inside a wrestling ring at the WrestleMania 34 pay-per-view next year. White said that it was not true and that he had just been talking to WWE Chairman Continue Reading »
Ronda Rousey Discusses Why She Loves The Wrestling Business
In a recent interview with ESPN, former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey discussed a variety of topics, including why she loves the wrestling business. “I think the suspension of disbelief is my favorite part. People take it for what it is and enjoy it because they love it. It’s a lot more simple joy Continue Reading »
UFC Fighter Arjan Bhullar Discusses Why WWE Champion Jinder Mahal Did Not Appear At UFC 215 Last Night
In a video with MMA Fighting after his win at UFC 215 last night, Arjan Bhullar was questioned on several topics, including why WWE Champion Jinder Mahal did not walk him to the Octagon. Bhullar said that Mahal had called him and told him that he was caught in the hurricane in Florida and that Continue Reading »
CM Punk To Write Another Comic Book For Marvel
UFC fighter and former WWE Champion CM Punk will be writing a one shot Master of Kung Fu issue for Marvel’s “Legacy” Line. The original Master of Kung Fu series, inspired by the popularity of Bruce Lee, ran for 125 issues from 1974 until 1983. The issue that CM Punk will be writing, scheduled for Continue Reading »
Jinder Mahal To Accompany UFC Fighter To The Octagon For Upcoming Fight
In a post on his official Instagram account, UFC fighter Arjan Bhullar noted that current WWE Champion Jinder Mahal will accompany him to the Octagon for his fight on September 9th at UFC 215 against Luis Henrique. Bhullar became the first fighter of Indian origin to join the UFC back in May of this year. Continue Reading »
UFC Welterweight Star Enlists Former WWE & ECW Wrestler Stevie Richards At Strength & Conditioning Coach
The following was sent to Wrestling-News.Net: #8 World Ranked UFC Welterweight star Colby “Chaos” Covington (12-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) has enlisted professional wrestler and fitness expert Stevie Richards of Stevie Richards Fitness (stevierichardsfitness.com) to join his camp as a strength and conditioning coach. Stevie Richards is known for his tremendous work ethic and in-ring shape Continue Reading »
Jim Ross Discusses The Potential Of Ronda Rousey Joining WWE
In a brief interview with TMZ Sports, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross was questioned on the potential of Ronda Rousey making the jump from Mixed Martial Arts to the WWE, noting that if a deal was made between two parties, that it would be a match made in heaven. The interview is available in Continue Reading »
CM Punk Returning To MMA This Year?
Duke Roufus, the coach for former WWE superstar turned MMA fighter CM Punk indicated that Punk could be returning to action before the end of the year against an opponent to be announced. I am such a firm believer in #team Together Everyone Achieves More! Every year I strive to get better as a coach Continue Reading »
Brock Lesnar Issues Response To New UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones
In a brief statement to the Associated Press following comments from Jon Jones after his victory over Daniel Cormier at last night’s UFC 214 pay-per-view to become the new UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, former UFC Heavyweight Champion and current WWE Universal Champion Brock Lesnar had the following to say. “Be careful what you wish for, Continue Reading »