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Chael Sonnen calls upon Conor McGregor to explain his recent absence from USADA testing

Chael Sonnen has called upon Conor McGregor to explain his absence from USADA testing despite his claims that he will be returning to compete inside the octagon. Connor McGregor’s physical transformation has been questioned by many MMA fans, given how much muscle mass the Irishman has gained since his most recent octagon outing. Active fighters […]

Chael Sonnen has called upon Conor McGregor to explain his absence from USADA testing despite his claims that he will be returning to compete inside the octagon.

Connor McGregor’s physical transformation has been questioned by many MMA fans, given how much muscle mass the Irishman has gained since his most recent octagon outing.

Active fighters have to undergo testing on numerous occasions throughout the year to ensure they abide by the correct rules in place. According to USADA, there are only a select few reasons why he would not be getting tested. This can include if a fighter has retired from the sport, has been released by the UFC, or has been given a medical exception that allows them to not have to test.

Now since it would seem, McGregor does not fit into any of these categories and therefore speculation has built around just how he has managed to not take part in such testing. One man who wants answers from McGregor is former UFC title challenger, Chael Sonnen.

Chael Sonnen speculates reasoning as to why Conor McGregor hasn’t partaken in recent USADA testing

Speaking on his YouTube channel Sonnen has explained that a potential reason for this absence could be that McGregor has withdrawn himself from the testing pool to prevent himself from getting whereabouts violations whilst he is away from the sport. Despite his theory, Chael Sonnen has still called for McGregor to explain openly why this is the current situation he is in.

“Conor has a lot of opportunities. I don’t make anything salacious out of the USADA business. If he is indeed out of the pool, I think it would serve him to tell us why,” Sonnen said.

“24/7 365 to be a part of a (testing) pool that wouldn’t even matter because you’re not going to compete, there would be a responsibility for your lawyer or your legal team to come to you and say ‘Hey, let’s remove you from this pool.’ That might have just been it.” (Transcribed by MMANews)

If Chael Sonnen’s claims are true and McGregor has removed himself from testing whilst he is away the ‘Notorious’ would need to re-enter the testing pool before he could return to competition and soon, should he still aim to return to the octagon in 2023.

Do you agree with Chael Sonnen’s reasoning as to why Conor McGregor has recently been tested by USADA?

Former World’s Strongest Man Mariusz Pudzianowski set for massive end of year KSW return

A massive heavyweight division headliner, between former World’s Strongest Man – Mariusz Pudzianowski, and former light heavyweight and middleweight division champion, Mamed Khalidov is set to take main event status at KSW 77 on December 17. in Gliwice, Poland. Pudzianowski, a five-time World’s Strongest Man title victor and a record six-time Europe’s Strongest Man victor, […]

A massive heavyweight division headliner, between former World’s Strongest Man – Mariusz Pudzianowski, and former light heavyweight and middleweight division champion, Mamed Khalidov is set to take main event status at KSW 77 on December 17. in Gliwice, Poland.

Pudzianowski, a five-time World’s Strongest Man title victor and a record six-time Europe’s Strongest Man victor, is currently riding an impressive run of five consecutive victories in a streak dating back to November 2019.

Mariusz Pudzianowski returns against Mamed Khalidov in December

The Pole, who is currently ranked #3 in the official KSW heavyweight rankings, most recently landed a stunning first round knockout win over Michal Materla in a Knockout of the Night winning performance at KSW 70 back in May.

As for former duel-weight champion and KSW star, Khalidov, the Chechen-born icon has yet to feature since dropping his undisputed light heavyweight championship to recent ONE Championship signing and fellow former two-division champion, Roberto Soldic back at KSW 65 last December. KSW confirmed the massive matchup of Mariusz Pudzianowski and Mamed Khalidov in an official press release.

“The BIGGEST European Fight of All Time!” KSW tweeted. “KHALIDOV vs. PUDZIANOWSKI”

A staple of KSW since his professional mixed martial arts career began back in 2009, Pudzianowski boasts an impressive 17-7(1) professional record.

In his list of losses, the Polish strong man has dropped defeats to former UFC heavyweight champion, Tim Sylvia, James Thompson, and Marcin Rozalski to name a few.

Defeating former KSW middleweight champion, Materla in a headlining fight most recently, Mariusz Pudzianowski also stopped the cult hero favorite, Bombardier with a thunderous 18 second knockout back in October of last year at KSW 64.

Before his light heavyweight title KO loss against the aforenoted, Soldic last December, Khalidov turned in a contender for Knockout of the Year with a 2020 finish over Scott Askham at KSW 55, landing a 36-second switch kick and follow up strikes stoppage win.

Fedor Emelianenko says it is a ‘shock’ that Russians “are fleeing the draft” after Putin announced Russian mobilization

vladimir putin fedor emelianenko The legendary MMA fighter Fedor Emelianenko recently commented on reports that Russians are fleeing the country to avoid being drafted. The former Russian military member Emelianenko said that this is ‘shocking.’ In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Two weeks ago, President of Russia Vladimir Putin announced a draft and mobilization of new military members. Russian […]

The legendary MMA fighter Fedor Emelianenko recently commented on reports that Russians are fleeing the country to avoid being drafted. The former Russian military member Emelianenko said that this is ‘shocking.’

In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Two weeks ago, President of Russia Vladimir Putin announced a draft and mobilization of new military members. Russian defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said that over 200,000 people have been drafted. Although many men in the country have instead chosen to flee or cause self-injury to avoid being sent to the front.

According to Bloomberg, over 400,000 people have fled to neighboring countries such as Georgia, Kazakhstan, or Mongolia. Some men have even taken extreme measures such as self-mutilation to avoid the draft. Forbes explains, “search terms like “how to break an arm,” “how to break an arm at home” or “how to break a leg” spiked on Google (which is still used by millions in Russia) in the days after the draft was announced.”

The Soviet-born heavyweight Emelianenko reacted to this news in an interview with Championat. “The Last Emperor,” said:

“There are different [reactions] in my environment, people have different thoughts, questions arise. But for me personally, it was a great discovery and a slight shock when you read the news in our country, what is happening in the military registration and enlistment offices and that people are fleeing the draft.” [Translation from Russian to English courtesy of Google Translate]

Vladimir Putin and Fedor Emelianenko have been friends for years and the two have even trained in martial arts together. Putin publicly thanked Fedor for her services in combat sports. In 2012, Putin said, “I want to congratulate Fedor and thank him from all of us, martial arts fans. It is because of him this sport became so popular in our country.” Heavyweight great Emelianenko said, in 2015, the Russian President, “Vladimir Putin is made of steel.”

Fedor Emelianenko the Heavyweight Great

“The Last Emperor” Fedor Emelianenko is one of the greatest talents in MMA history. This legendary fighter was a standout champion in Combat Sambo, a Russian-designed martial art. After transitioning to MMA, Emelianenko would pick up the legendary PRIDE FC heavyweight title and rule the division with an iron fist.

In his illustrious career, Fedor Emelianenko defeated fighters such as former UFC Champions “Rampage” Quinton Jackson, Frank Mir, Tim Sylvia, Andrei Arlovski, Mark Coleman, Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira, Kevin Randleman, and many others in his lengthy tenure.

Since making his debut in Bellator he has earned a record of 4-2. The 46-year-old heavyweight knows he does not have much time left in his MMA career but has requested a final fight against Ryan Bader as he would like to avenge his earlier loss.

Aaron Pico offers advice to surging prospect Bo Nickal ahead of his UFC 282 matchup vs. Jamie Pickett: “Stay focused”

Aaron Pico has shared some words of wisdom for Bo Nickal as he continues his impressive run following his transition to MMA. Pico will return to the octagon at Bellator 286 as he looks to secure his eleventh win inside the promotion against Canadian fighter, Jeremy Kennedy. Touted as a prospect himself upon his entry […]

Aaron Pico has shared some words of wisdom for Bo Nickal as he continues his impressive run following his transition to MMA.

Pico will return to the octagon at Bellator 286 as he looks to secure his eleventh win inside the promotion against Canadian fighter, Jeremy Kennedy.

Touted as a prospect himself upon his entry to Bellator, Pico himself is well aware of the added pressure that comes with others having such great expectations of you and therefore had some words of advice for his friend, Nickal.

Speaking to FanSided MMA, Aaron Pico was full of praise for the UFC prospect and reflected on the close relationship they shared throughout his wrestling journey.

“I love Bo Nickal, we were on three world teams together. I know him very well through wrestling. He’s a hard worker and comes from a really good family.”

Aaron Pico has spent his entire professional career competing inside the Bellator cage and therefore has acquired a wealth of experience for someone of 26 years of age. Taking from these experiences Pico encourages Bo Nickal to enjoy the moment but ensure he remains focused on the task at hand.

“Take your time. Enjoy the moment. Enjoy the process,” Pico said. “Just stay focused. I don’t think Nickal is not going to be focused. He has a really good team around him, but more importantly, he has a solid family.”

Aaron Pico expects greatness from Bo Nickal ahead of his UFC debut

Having put the MMA world on notice with two extremely impressive performances on Dana White’s Contender Series many people are excited to see just how high the ceiling is for the decorated former wrestler. Nickal was able to dispatch his first opponent in just over one minute following his appearance on DWCS back in August. He would then follow this up in the final week of this season’s contender series by submitting Donovan Beard in under a minute to continue the hype that is surrounding him.

Looking for a quick turnaround Bo Nickal is scheduled to face Jamie Pickett in his promotional debut at UFC 282 in December. Whilst the excitement continues to build ahead of his UFC debut Pico feels the respect Nickal is getting is more than warranted and he himself expects great things out of one of the hottest prospects to enter the UFC.

“I think he’s going to do great things,” Pico said. “I’m rooting for him and I hope he becomes a world champion.” (Transcribed by FanSided MMA)

Nickal will be one of the very few contender series alumni to jump straight onto a pay-per-view card following his performances but given how dominant he was, it should really come as no surprise. Should Nickal be able to defeat Jamie Pickett at UFC 282 just how quickly do you feel he will climb up the middleweight division?

Do you agree with Aaron Pico’s comments on Bo Nickal?

Aaron Pico offers advice to surging prospect Bo Nickal ahead of his UFC 282 matchup vs. Jamie Pickett: “Stay focused”

Aaron Pico has shared some words of wisdom for Bo Nickal as he continues his impressive run following his transition to MMA.

Pico will return to the octagon at Bellator 286 as he looks to secure his eleventh win inside the promotion against Canadian fighter, Jeremy Kennedy.

Speaking to FanSided MMA, Aaron Pico was full of praise for the UFC prospect and reflected on the close relationship they shared throughout his wrestling journey.

“I love Bo Nickal, we were on three world teams together. I know him very well through wrestling. He’s a hard worker and comes from a really good family.”

Aaron Pico expects greatness from Bo Nickal ahead of his UFC debut

“I think he’s going to do great things,” Pico said. “I’m rooting for him and I hope he becomes a world champion.” (Transcribed by FanSided MMA)

Do you agree with Aaron Pico’s comments on Bo Nickal?

Conor McGregor threatens Michael Bisping following comments made about the Irishman’s role in Road House: ‘I’ll cave your head in’

Conor McGregor has fired back at Michael Bisping after the former middleweight champion threw shade on the Irishman’s acting career. Conor McGregor has ventured into different avenues since being side-lined from the devastating injury he suffered at UFC 264. Most recently the former two-division champion has undertaken a career in acting by joining Jake Gyllenhaal […]

Conor McGregor has fired back at Michael Bisping after the former middleweight champion threw shade on the Irishman’s acting career.

Conor McGregor has ventured into different avenues since being side-lined from the devastating injury he suffered at UFC 264. Most recently the former two-division champion has undertaken a career in acting by joining Jake Gyllenhaal in the remake of Road House.

As can be expected of McGregor, he was quick to lay claim that he is the best fighter to transition into the world of TV despite this being set to be his first appearance in a film.

In a since-deleted tweet, McGregor stated that he is the ‘Mac Daddy’ of acting and now other fighters aiming to enter the entertainment world are simply trying to follow in his footsteps.

“All these little twerps wanna be actors now,” Conor McGregor stated.

“Little twerps, There’s Only One Mac Daddy. Bad to the bone but with a good heart. Action with Jake [Gyllenhaal] or Rom com with Sarah Jessica [Parker].

“Bisping, member that show you were in. Ye me neither.”

Having seen what McGregor claimed, Bisping was quick to respond in what he says was a light-hearted manner to the ‘Notorious’ comments over on his YouTube channel via the ‘Believe You Me’ podcast.

“He’s all excited, he’s had his first beer and he’s doing a big show with Jake Gyllenhaal, god bless him. Good for f***ing you. Well done. Why have you gotta throw shade my way? I don’t get it,” Bisping said.

“Just make sure you’ve got your bodyguards around you the next time you come and wanna talk some s***. You little f***.” (Transcribed by TalkSport)

Conor McGregor raises the stakes in a heated debate with Michael Bisping

Although Bisping said everything he stated in regard to McGregor should be taken in a light-hearted manner it appears the Irishman has done anything but that. Conor McGregor once again responded in a series of now-deleted tweets threatening Michael Bisping should he continue to mention his name.

“Bisping you’ll do f*** all you little sprinter I’ll cave your head in.”

McGregor added to his initial response through a voice note which has since been deleted.

“Do you want to go to war, man, yeah? Do you want to go to f****** war? We’ll go to war with you, yeah?”

“Security. You little sausage of a thing. I’ll have security set you up … when you’re in Vegas again, pal.

“Keep my name out of your f****** mouth again or any type of threatening behaviour, or I’ll walk through your front door. You little dope.

“[Go] back where you belong you little clown, you little sprinter.” (Transcribed by MMAFighting)

It is extremely likely that these two will cross paths in the future with Bisping firmly cemented as part of the UFC broadcast team and McGregor aiming to return to the octagon in the early stages of 2023. Only then we will be able to see just how serious this feud could become.

What did you make of Conor McGregor’s comments toward Michael Bisping?