Joe Rogan gives Floyd Mayweather a “real chance” against CM Punk inside the Octagon. Much has been made over the hoopla of Mayweather’s mixed martial arts tease. A report even surfaced claiming that Mayweather and his team are serious…
Joe Rogan gives Floyd Mayweather a “real chance” against CM Punk inside the Octagon. Much has been made over the hoopla of Mayweather’s mixed martial arts tease. A report even surfaced claiming that Mayweather and his team are seriously considering an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bout with Conor McGregor. There’s also the possibility that Mayweather […]
On Wednesday’s episode of UFC Tonight on FS1, UFC President Dana White addressed rumors of CM Punk fighting at UFC 225 in Chicago.
As seen in the following video, White made it clear that there is no deal in place for Punk to compete in…
On Wednesday’s episode of UFC Tonight on FS1, UFC President Dana White addressed rumors of CM Punk fighting at UFC 225 in Chicago.
As seen in the following video, White made it clear that there is no deal in place for Punk to compete in the Windy City in June:
Per Dana Becker of WrestlingInc.com, White said, “I don’t know if that’s where he’ll fight, but he’s healthy and interested. This is no deal for CM Punk to fight anywhere (right now), so we’ll see how that plays out.”
This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.
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According to MMAFighting.com’s Ariel Helwani, CM Punk will likely get another chance to prove himself inside the Octagon. Per the report, the promotion is targeting a bout between Punk and Mike Jackson for UFC 225, which is set for June 9, 2018 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, Punk’s hometown. The 39-year-old former World […]
Per the report, the promotion is targeting a bout between Punk and Mike Jackson for UFC 225, which is set for June 9, 2018 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, Punk’s hometown.
The 39-year-old former World Wrestling Entertainment champion signed with the UFC in 2014 despite having never competed in mixed martial arts prior. He then began training under the tutelage of Duke Roufus in Milwaukee, Wisconsin before taking his first fight against Mickey Gall at UFC 203 in September 2016.
The debut didn’t go well, however, as Punk lost via rear-naked-choke just minutes into the first round.
Jackson, meanwhile, competed once in the UFC, losing via rear-naked-choke to Gall as well at UFC Fight Night 82 in February 2016. Had he won that fight, he likely would’ve been matched up against Punk.
As expected, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is looking at booking CM Punk for the UFC 225 card in Chicago. The UFC will make their return to Chicago, Illinois on June 9. UFC 225 will be held inside the United Center. Shortly after the announc…
As expected, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is looking at booking CM Punk for the UFC 225 card in Chicago. The UFC will make their return to Chicago, Illinois on June 9. UFC 225 will be held inside the United Center. Shortly after the announcement was made, Punk hinted at having a spot on the […]
The UFC is reportedly in negotiations with CM Punk regarding a fight against Mike Jackson at UFC 225 on June 9, which will be in Punk’s hometown of Chicago.
MMA Fighting’s Ariel Helwani reported Wednesday that the UFC is still working on negotiat…
The UFC is reportedly in negotiations with CM Punk regarding a fight against Mike Jackson at UFC 225 on June 9, which will be in Punk’s hometown of Chicago.
MMA Fighting’s Ariel Helwani reported Wednesday that the UFC is still working on negotiations and hasn’t made a final decision about whether it will add the fight to the card.
As soon as UFC announced a pay-per-view in the Windy City, speculation about Punk’s involvement began—speculation that Punk himself fueled on Twitter:
Although Punk is 39 and was soundly defeated by Mickey Gall in his UFC debut in September 2016, giving him a second fight at UFC 225 makes sense.
Of the 13 PPVs UFC had in 2016, UFC 203 earned thesecond-highest buyratefor an event without either Conor McGregor or Ronda Rousey. Only UFC 200, which included Brock Lesnar, Anderson Silva, Daniel Cormier and Jose Aldo, drew more fans on PPV.
Punk still has some mainstream appeal, especially in Chicago. WWE fans will remember well the reaction he received at Money in the Bank 2011 in Chicago’s Allstate Arena.
With Rousey, McGregor and Jon Jones all out of the picture for various reasons, UFC can’t afford to pass up would be what would be a sure thing financially.
Jackson might also be a better matchup for Punk than Gall as well. The 32-year-old has fought just once professionally, losing to Gall in one round at UFC Fight Night 82 in February 2016. Fans might be more willing to purchase the PPV if they believe Punk stands a reasonable chance in the Octagon.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is returning to Chicago and CM Punk may very well be on the card. Last night (Feb. 3), the UFC announced that they are returning to Chi-Town on June 9. The “Windy City” will play host to UFC 225. The…
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is returning to Chicago and CM Punk may very well be on the card. Last night (Feb. 3), the UFC announced that they are returning to Chi-Town on June 9. The “Windy City” will play host to UFC 225. The venue has also been decided as UFC 225 will take […]
On Wednesday’s episode of UFC Tonight on FS1, UFC President