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Paddy Pimblett Reacts To Being Called Out By Logan Paul: “I’m Open To Hearing What Numbers He’s Coming At Us With”

Paddy Pimblett has responded to Logan Paul after the YouTube personality said that he would like to fight ‘The Baddy’ if he ever made the switch to MMA. Paddy Pimblett is coming off the back of his submission victory over Kazula Vargas at UFC London, when the promotion returned to the country for the first […]

Paddy Pimblett has responded to Logan Paul after the YouTube personality said that he would like to fight ‘The Baddy’ if he ever made the switch to MMA.

Paddy Pimblett is coming off the back of his submission victory over Kazula Vargas at UFC London, when the promotion returned to the country for the first time since pre-pandemic. Now it appears Pimblett believes he would to the same to Paul as he did Vargas.

Paddy Pimblett Open To Logan Paul Talks

After speaking to The Schmo, Pimblett was not surprised to hear the call that had been made by Paul.

“He knows who the boy is, doesn’t he?”

“He knows who will put bums on seats, lad. I can’t see him mentioning anyone else. “I know he’s a lot bigger than me but I don’t think it really matters, to be honest. I think I’d submit him quite easily and quite quickly but you never know, anything can happen in a fight. If Logan Paul ever does want the fight, lad, I’m open to hearing what numbers he’s coming at us with.” (Transcribed by The Mirror)

Paul’s most recent outing within combat sports was just shy of a year ago when he took on Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition boxing bout. The YouTube sensation also made an appearance at WrestleMania and now appears to be considering making the transition over to Mixed Martial Arts.

Pimblett has amassed a global following since joining the UFC and his performances against Luigi Vendramini and Kazula Vargas have helped that. Although Logan Paul is calling for a potential fight with Pimblett, it seems very likely that fans would prefer to see ‘The Baddy’ back in action at the rumoured UFC card taking place in the UK on July 23^rd.

Would you watch Paddy Pimblett Vs. Logan Paul if it happened?

WBC President Describes Dubai Meeting With Daniel Kinahan As An ‘Innocent Mistake’

Mauricio Sulaiman, the president of the WBC (World Boxing Council) has described a recent meeting with reputed cartel leader, Daniel Kinahan, as an “innocent mistake” – after the latter was sanctioned by the United States Department of the Treasury, and a bounty of up to $5,000,000 also placed on the alleged drugs baron. Sulaiman, who […]

Sulaiman, who appeared at Wembley Stadium over the course of last weekend, watching on as defending WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury successfully defended the governing bodies title with a sixth round knockout win over Dillian Whyte.

Responding to the surfacing of a picture taken back in March alongside Daniel Kinahan and promoter, Ahmet Oner, Sulaiman described the meeting in Dubai with the Kinahan Organized Crime Group leader as an “innocent mistake”.

“Whilst visiting Dubai recently I was introduced to Daniel Kinahan, who has since been place on a sanctions list by the US Treasury Department, concerning alleged links to drug crimes,” the statement from WBC president, Sulaiman read. “This has generated speculation and attacks on myself and the WBC. I, therefore, feel it necessary to make it clear that at no time have we had any relationship with Daniel Kinahan.”

“The World Boxing Council deals solely and exclusively with boxing promoters and only they maintain commercial relations in the certification of fights for our titles. The WBC has had for many years a large number of social responsibility campaigns focused on the prevention and awareness of the dangers of drug use. We have a wonderful program of talks given by a former DEA agent, Rocky Heron, who reaches thousands of people with his presentations. We have rescued many boxers and members of the boxing community around the world from the demons of addictions and we openly and constantly support rehabilitation clinics such as those of Julio Cesar Chavez and Aaron Silva, among others.”

“I made an innocent mistake, due to absolute ignorance of the situation. In this way, I confirm that the World Boxing Council and all its members absolutely reject any action that is detrimental to human beings and we will continue, as always, in total compliance with the laws of all countries in the world.”

Earlier this month at Dublin City Hall, sanctions were placed on Daniel Kinahan, his father, Christopher Kinahan Sr. and his brother, Christopher Kinahan Jr. – with a reward of up to $5,000,000 provided for information which would lead to the transnational organized crime group’s financial disruption, as well as the arrest and conviction of it’s sanctioned members.

Daniel Kinahan, who founded MTK Global alongside former professional boxer, Matthew Macklin back in 2012, was denied as having any ties with the boxing and professional mixed martial arts management firm since 2017, with the firm echoing those claims in a statement released last week where they confirmed they would be ceasing operations at the end of April due to “unfair scrutiny”.

“As a business, we have faced unprecedented levels of unfair scrutiny and criticism since the sanctioning by the US Government of Daniel Joseph Kinahan,” the official MTK Global statement read.

“It is a matter of public record that Mr. Kinahan’s involvement in MTK ceased in 2017, and despite repeated reassurances in this regard, unfounded allegations about his ongoing association with us and our fighters persist.”

“Since leading promoters have now informed us that they will be severing all ties with MTK and will no longer work with our fighters, we have taken the difficult decision to cease operations at the end of this month.”

“MTK prospered because we always put the long term interests of our fighters at the heart of what we do. Our priority in the weeks ahead will be to ensure that our world-class boxers are supported to find new partnerships as swiftly as possible.”

“MTK gyms are operated independently so will remain open for the foreseeable future. Further announcements will be made in due course.”

“Thank you to all fans who have supported us over the last decade.”

Last week, the UAE (United Arab Emirates) also placed a freeze on assets of the Kinahan Organized Crime Group in the region, releasing a statement confirming that they have launched their own investigation amid the sanctioning of its members.

“In the case of the Kinahan Organized Crime Group, the UAE has been working proactively on its own investigations, and as a result of this all relevant assets have been frozen,” The statement read. “The UAE will continue to pursue its own investigations, and work in close collaborations with relevant authorities in the US, UK, Ireland and Spain on this case.”

Mauricio Sulaiman also claimed there was nothing to hide in relation to his meeting with Daniel Kinahan

During an interview with UAE channel, SNTV, the aforenoted, Sulaiman insisted there was nothing to hide relating to his meeting with Daniel Kinahan.

“There’s nothing to hide,” Mauricio Sulaiman said. “Neither the WBC nor myself nor any member of the WBC has had or has any dealings with Daniel Kinahan. I’m president of a world organization. I meet hundreds of people every time I travel and I’m always open to talk about boxing and anyone who supports or wants to support boxing will have the WBC ears of support.”

“So, if you want to call it naive or a mistake that I made, that could be it but I have absolutely nothing to hide, nothing to regret, and absolutely no worries. I have not seen any wrongdoings. I’ve never seen a fight fixed. Unless we get more information or there’s things that are discovered, it has nothing to do with boxing. Zero. Absolutely nothing to do with boxing.”

Sulaiman further claimed that sanctions imposed against Daniel Kinahan was not a “major situation” in the world of boxing.

“I can certainly see that it has a great impact in Ireland and (the) UK geographically and because of the news… but there’s much more to any sport than just one person.” (Transcribed by Sunday World)

Henry Cejudo Holds Positive UFC Meeting, Aims To “Take A Stab At Two Weight Classes”

Henry Cejudo has spoken about a ‘great meeting’ he held with the UFC executives to discuss his return from retirement, after leaving the sport back in May 2020. Cejudo hung up the gloves following his victory over Dominic Cruz at UFC 249 but now has plans to return after revealing his interest in becoming the […]

Henry Cejudo has spoken about a ‘great meeting’ he held with the UFC executives to discuss his return from retirement, after leaving the sport back in May 2020.

Cejudo hung up the gloves following his victory over Dominic Cruz at UFC 249 but now has plans to return after revealing his interest in becoming the first fighter within the UFC to hold a championship belt in three different weight divisions.

Cejudo had recently re-entered the USADA testing pool and will be able to compete in six months’ time. Upon his return, the former two-division champion had called for a shot at featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and was recently in the corner for the champion’s last opponent at UFC 273, ‘The Korean Zombie’.

After speaking on Triple C and The Schmo, Henry Cejudo had this to say regarding his return to the sport.

‘I think there’s two weight classes that are really open, and I want to take a stab at either one of them.

‘There’s T.J. [Dillashaw], there’s Aljalame [Sterling], there’s [Max] Holloway, and [Alexander] Volkanovski.

‘The terrain is pretty nice man, I’m sitting in a pretty good position right now.

‘We talked over dinner, we were there for a couple of hours because we had a lot to talk about. To say the least, it was a great meeting.’

UFC Excited For Henry Cejudo Return

Although Dana White was not attending the meeting with Henry Cejudo, the former two-division champion feels he and the former UFC president is looking forward to his return.

‘At 135 or 145 (pounds), a lot of those decisions aren’t done yet. I want to see what is going to end up happening, but they love the comeback.

‘They want me back, they would never have dinner with me if they didn’t want me back. I think for my next meeting, I’d love to meet with Dana White.’ (Transcribed by Dailymail).

Cejudo will be chomping at the bit to return and get his chance at achieving his aim of championing three weight divisions. However, that may be harder to do than say given Alexander Volkanovski is interested in making a jump to lightweight.

Where would you like to see Henry Cejudo return?

Nate Diaz Shuts Down McGregor Trilogy: “I’m Not Fighting Conor He Sucks’

Nate Diaz has called upon the UFC once again to organize a fight for him; however, he has no interest in a Conor McGregor trilogy bout. Nate Diaz has not competed inside the octagon since his decision loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 263 in June of 2021. Although the result did not fall his […]

Nate Diaz has called upon the UFC once again to organize a fight for him; however, he has no interest in a Conor McGregor trilogy bout.

Nate Diaz has not competed inside the octagon since his decision loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 263 in June of 2021. Although the result did not fall his way, Diaz still had moments to give the fans exactly what they wanted when they came to see him when he caught Edwards late on in the fight to stun the next title contender.

Fans have been awaiting the return of Diaz with many speculating his next matchup will be the trilogy against McGregor. However, that idea was shut down following Diaz’s post on social media.

“@ufc I been trying to fight everybody and no go what’s the hold up? I’m not fighting Conor he sucks. I’ll fight some one quit slow rolling me please. Thanks.”

Diaz spent a good portion of his time in the UFC in a feud with Conor McGregor but has found it extremely hard to secure a fight in recent times. Speculation surrounded a potential matchup with Dustin Poirier after both fighters expressed their interest in the matchup however nothing came from it.

Nate Diaz Request To Fight At Bellator 279

AS his struggle for a fight continues within the UFC Diaz called for his release and asked for the opportunity to fight alongside his friend Yancy Medeiros at Bellator 279 this past weekend.

“I m tryin get on this @BellatorMMAcard in April wit my boy @ymedeiros in Hawaii Wasup wit @BellatorMMA”

Although Diaz didn’t get his wish, he was there in support to see his friend secure an important victory upon his Bellator debut over Emmanuel Sanchez. No matter the promotion he may end up fighting in, many fans will be excited for when Nate Diaz does return inside an octagon.

Do you think we will ever see Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor 3?

UFC Confirms 8-Man Competition In ‘Road To UFC’

The UFC has revealed that they will be undertaking four 8-man tournaments spread across four divisions. The promotion confirmed the style of the tournament with the winners earning themselves contracts into the UFC. The series will feature Asian MMA prospects competing in the respective flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, and lightweight divisions. The opening round is scheduled […]

The UFC has revealed that they will be undertaking four 8-man tournaments spread across four divisions.

The promotion confirmed the style of the tournament with the winners earning themselves contracts into the UFC. The series will feature Asian MMA prospects competing in the respective flyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, and lightweight divisions.

The opening round is scheduled to commence on June 9^th and 10^th at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, just a couple of days prior to UFC 275 taking place at the same venue on June 12^th. Each day will see ten fights take place across the four weight classes, including two non-tournament bouts each. The semi-final and final of the tournament will take place later in the year.

Although no specific fighters have been confirmed for the tournament it is expected, fighters from the following countries are expected to try and contribute. India, Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Road to UFC will be broadcasted throughout Asia, and on Fight Pass for the other regions of the world.

Singapore To Host Tournament And UFC 275

Following the announcement of the new 8-man tournament, it is important to remember UFC 275 which will be taking place in Singapore that weekend. The card sees the likes of Glover Teixeira return to defend his light-heavyweight title against the surging Jiri Prochazka in the main event. Flyweight queen Valentina Shevchenko will look to add to her impressive resume as she is set to defend her strap.

Robert Whittaker was due to face Marvin Vettori in a high-end clash in the middleweight division however due to sustaining an injury in his training camp, ‘The Reaper’ has been forced to withdraw. Vettori has called for a replacement to be found and even suggested facing one of the two ‘smesh bros’ in Darren Till or Khamzat Chimaev.

How much are you looking forward to the UFC’s new tournament?

Aljamain Sterling Claims Floyd Mayweather Tried To Steal His Girlfriend

UFC star Aljamain Sterling has revealed Floyd Mayweather tried to ‘steal’ his girlfriend in 2016 when the pair attended the same event. Aljamain Sterling is fresh from his successful bantamweight title defense at UFC 273 against rival Petr Yan. Now through his biggest challenge as champion, Sterling will be looking ahead to his next opponent […]

UFC star Aljamain Sterling has revealed Floyd Mayweather tried to ‘steal’ his girlfriend in 2016 when the pair attended the same event.

Aljamain Sterling is fresh from his successful bantamweight title defense at UFC 273 against rival Petr Yan. Now through his biggest challenge as champion, Sterling will be looking ahead to his next opponent with names such as Jose Aldo and TJ Dillashaw being thrown into contention. Floyd Mayweather on the other hand remains retired from boxing, however, he is scheduled to take on Don Moore in an exhibition clash on a helipad in Dubai.

Aljamain Sterling Recalls Floyd Mayweather Incident

Aljamain Sterling has revealed how he was ready to ‘fight it out’ with Mayweather back in 2016 after the incident occurred at a party the party was attending. Sterling spoke to Spinnin’ Backfist to reveal the story.

“He sent over his minions to try to pick her up, this was back in like 2016 I think. But I was still undefeated at the time. He sent over a guy first who said we can both come down and I was like, ‘Man I’m not stupid’.

“If I come over there you guys are going to try and take her up and try to push me back and then I will face some type of way and I will have to create a scene because you are not going to punk me like that. He left and came back with a girl who said, ‘Yeah you can both come down’. I was like, ‘Listen I know how the scene of this movie goes’.

“You can tell Floyd he is undefeated in boxing and I am undefeated in MMA, if we want to figure out what is the better sport we could fight out today. I don’t think they went and actually told him that, but listen I am a big fan but you aren’t about to have me looking stupid out here.” (Transcribed by Mirror)

How do you think an altercation would have played out between the pair?