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Russian MMA Press Conference Descends Into Mass Brawl

MMA Press ConferenceIn what seems to be becoming a familiar theme a Russian MMA press conference crumbled into chaos when two fighters began going at each other live in the studio. In the video which has gone viral, a man can be seen attacking another fighter after tempers flared on stage. One of the men initially begins […]

MMA Press Conference

In what seems to be becoming a familiar theme a Russian MMA press conference crumbled into chaos when two fighters began going at each other live in the studio.

In the video which has gone viral, a man can be seen attacking another fighter after tempers flared on stage. One of the men initially begins to walk over towards another one of the men sitting down on the stage.

Before you know it the man walking over swung at the man sitting down as a fight began to break out. Security was quick onto it and got onto the stage to stop anyone from getting seriously hurt or injured. After taking a quick look viewers could see the shock in members of the audience’s faces after having just seen this unfold in front of them.

This isn’t the first MMA promotion to experience this kind of issue with it becoming a regular occurrence among some amateur organisations. However, there is a serious need to crack down on any violence occurring before they fighters’ step inside the cage.

The video can be found here.

Need For Security At MMA Press Conferences

Although some pushing and shoving at a press conference would seem normal to most as not long after the two facing off against each other will step inside a cage to try and take the other man’s head off. There does need to be more done to prevent MMA fighters from having these altercations.

UFC President Dana White spoke on this issue following the incident with Jeremy Stephens and Drakkar Close which saw the pair’s matchup cancelled due to an injury picked up by Klose at the press conference.

“There is a rule,” White said. “That’s why we’re there. Sean Shelby missed that one. Sean and I see this thing differently. I saw it on social media and called him immediately. “I saw the thing happen on social media and I called Sean and I was like, ‘Where was your head on that one?’ He was coming in hot and it’s Jeremy Stephens, he’s a savage.

“I mean, we’re not standing there to look good and take pictures. We’re there to make sure that doesn’t happen.” (Transcribed by Dailystar.com)

What can be done to stop these incidents from occurring?

Sean Strickland Wants To Date Adult Film Star Karma RX

Sean Strickland Karma RXSean Strickland isn’t wanting to date anyone whilst competing in the fight game but has his eyes set on someone for when he retires. The outspoken middleweight was voicing his opinions on his social media when adult film star Karma RX took a particular liking to the #6 ranked contender. Karma responded to the post […]

Sean Strickland Karma RX

Sean Strickland isn’t wanting to date anyone whilst competing in the fight game but has his eyes set on someone for when he retires.

The outspoken middleweight was voicing his opinions on his social media when adult film star Karma RX took a particular liking to the #6 ranked contender. Karma responded to the post saying:

It wasn’t long before MMA fans clued into what Karma’s profession was and before she knew it the adult film star was bombarded by a ton of overwhelming fans, which could’ve made her realize she had made a mistake.

The conversation would continue with the pair going back and forth with Karma admitting that ‘well, this has gone horribly.’ Strickland responded once again saying ‘Your bio really speaks to me…me too…me too lol,’ to which seemed to be received well by Karma.

Sean Strickland then asked the big question, which again given the response should leave the fighter feeling hopeful.

Sean Strickland Provides Update on Karma RX

After besting Jack Hermanson over five rounds at UFC Vegas 47, Sean Strickland was quick to provide an update on his and Karma’s relationship which had clearly caught the eye of a few fans following their Twitter conversation.

“Oh, you’re talking about my girl Karma. Ugh, you’re going to get me in trouble. No, one of these days, maybe when she retires and I retire, we’ll get it going. 

“But I mean, how do you—girl fuckin’ sucks d*ck for a living, bro. What do you say? Like, she just got a bunch of dudes cummin’ in her and you’re like, ‘Hey, wanna go on a date, babe? Wanna go get a steak dinner? As she’s cleaning off her lip.”

“But I will say one thing. Let me compliment my girl fuckin’ Karma. I wanna give her a compliment,” Strickland added.

“That girl’s life was way fu*kin’ harder than me. And yeah, she does suck a little d*ck, but at the end of the day, that fu*kin’ b*tch makes more money than me, you, and the man with the gay haircut. I mean, in all fairness, she should be a meth addict in a fuc*kin’ dumpster. So a lot of people hate on Karma, but at the end of the day, man, girl’s fu*kin’ doing well for herself.” (Transcribed by middleeasy.com)

Given his latest comments maybe it wasn’t meant to be after all, but that does not change the fact that Sean Strickland remains one of the most unique fighters if not people to ever enter the UFC.

Who is next for Sean Strickland?

Conor McGregor & Justin Bieber Share Warm Embrace In Bahamas

Conor McGregorConor McGregor appeared delighted after bumping into his long-time friend Justin Bieber out in the Bahamas. The former two-division champion spotted Bieber whilst playing a game of Tennis and couldn’t resist going to catch up with the signer. ‘Notorious’ posted a heartfelt message on his social media following his encounter with Bieber. ‘I always randomly […]

Conor McGregor

Conor McGregor appeared delighted after bumping into his long-time friend Justin Bieber out in the Bahamas.

The former two-division champion spotted Bieber whilst playing a game of Tennis and couldn’t resist going to catch up with the signer.

‘Notorious’ posted a heartfelt message on his social media following his encounter with Bieber.

‘I always randomly see Justin out of nowhere and just chop it up, I love this kid! Two goats on a cliff sideways, just chopping it up, what’s happenin JB my brotha hahah ? I put it up to the sky this keeps happening, it’s something from above that keeps doing this!’ God bless you my brother, great to see you always. Some serve today! ?’

In what is an unlikely pairing, the two became friends after having spent some time together drinking whisky at the Beverly Hills Hotel back in July.

Conor McGregor Attends Freedom Concert

The pair seem to have such a close bond that the Irishman would be seen the following day attending Justin Bieber’s concert alongside his wife and children.

Conor McGregor shared his thoughts via social media whilst at the venue once again showing support to his friend.

‘With my beautiful family at Justin’s “Freedom” concert. Exactly how big Will Wallace woulda wanted us McGregor’s! Free!’

Bieber would also go onto put up a post himself supporting the Irishman saying:

‘Breakfast of champions. @thenotoriousmma @properwhiskey “its about how you get back up [sic].”‘

Conor is clearly enjoying his time away from the octagon and hopefully recovering well. McGregor is expected to be ready to return to the UFC by the summer and there is plenty speculation surrounding who he will be taking on. As Nate Diaz remains without a fight many believe he is being lined up as McGregor’s dance partner for when he makes a return.

Don’t be surprised if Bieber is in full support of his friend when the Irishmen steps back inside the octagon.

Is this a friendship that you expected between Conor McGregor and Justin Bieber?

Former UFC Champ Miesha Tate Joins Cast Of ‘Celebrity Big Brother’

Miesha TateMiesha Tate has announced she will be joining Celebrity Big Brother this year set to debut on February 2nd. The former bantamweight champion was revealed in the trailer for the new season which will air live on CBS and is available to stream on Paramount+. Tate isn’t the first fighter to join the program with […]

Miesha Tate

Miesha Tate has announced she will be joining Celebrity Big Brother this year set to debut on February 2nd.

The former bantamweight champion was revealed in the trailer for the new season which will air live on CBS and is available to stream on Paramount+. Tate isn’t the first fighter to join the program with Chuck Liddell making an appearance in 2018.

Inside the octagon, it is believed Tate is scheduled to take on Lauren Murphy at UFC Fight Night on May 14th. Tate will be making the switch to Flyweight ahead of this matchup after spending her career competing at 135 pounds.

Tate will join a cast including NBA champion Lamar Odom and Olympic medallist Mirai Nagasu, as well as a host of names from the entertainment industry.

Miesha Tate’s Career

Tate is making the drop to flyweight following Julianna Pena’s successful title acquisition at UFC 269, let’s look at the success Tate has already had during her career.

Tate’s time in the sport started very well, winning five of her first six matchups. In her next bout, she would fall to Ronda Rousey via submission. Tate would bounce back with a victory over Julie Kedzie before losing two fights consecutively against Cat Zingano and in a rematch against Rousey for the bantamweight strap, but ‘cupcake’ would fall short in both.

Tate would come back even stronger following this two-fight skid, winning her next four fights in a row to earn herself a second shot at the bantamweight title. Tate would make this shot count as she sunk in a rear-naked choke against Holly Holm late into the 5th round to secure herself the title.

A loss to Amanda Nunes in her first defence, followed up by a loss to Raquel Pennington would see Tate step away from the sport calling it time on her career. However, Tate would make her return last year beating Marion Reneau via TKO after nearly five years away.

Tate fell short in her next bout against Ketlen Viera and will now look to make the cut down to 125 pounds but there is no denying the success she found during the earlier stages of her career in this division.

How do you think Miesha Tate will do in her debut at flyweight?

Paige VanZant Reveals She Has Made A Sex Tape

Paige VanZantPaige VanZant has revealed that she and her husband Austin Vanderford have made a sex tape. During a recent Q&A on Instagram live, one fan asked if she and her husband would ever consider making a sex tape but given VanZant’s response that isn’t something out of the ordinary in her household. “Would I? We […]

Paige VanZant

Paige VanZant has revealed that she and her husband Austin Vanderford have made a sex tape.

During a recent Q&A on Instagram live, one fan asked if she and her husband would ever consider making a sex tape but given VanZant’s response that isn’t something out of the ordinary in her household.

“Would I? We definitely already have,” VanZant said.

“Would I ever share it, sell it, promote it? Hmm, that’s a different story.” (transcribed by MiddleEasy.com)

VanZant currently has an exclusive fan subscription website however fully transitioning into the sex industry is not something she appears to be interested in.

Paige VanZant MMA Career

VanZant entered the UFC with a flying start after she scored a TKO victory over Kailin Curran on her debut, she would then go onto extend her winning streak picking up victories over Fellic Herrig and Alex Chambers.

The 27-year-old would then main event a UFC fight night against current strawweight champion Rose Namajunas where the champ would get the better of her and submit her in the final round.

She bounced back with a win over Bec Rawlings but then suffered defeat in 3 of her next 4 outings and left the promotion following also to Amanda Ribas in July 2020.

VanZant would go onto sign for BKFC and make her debut at BKFC Knucklemania against Britain Hart where she would lose via unanimous decision. She would then take on Rachel Ostovich a fellow former UFC competitor who VanZant secured her last win against in the promotion back in 2019. This time around however it would be Ostovich coming out as the winner as she secured a unanimous decision victory.

’12 Gauge’ spoke on her move to BKFC earlier this year and expressed her desire to return to the ring around April or May.

Do you think Paige VanZant will ever release her sextape?

Mike Tyson Denies Rumour He Has Agreed To Fight Jake Paul

Mike TysonMike Tyson has put to rest any claims that he and Jake Paul had agreed to a Boxing match. It was reported earlier during the week that Tyson and Paul had verbally agreed to a deal worth up to $50 Million. An associate of Tyson revealed the fight would headline a pay-per-view in Las Vegas. […]

Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson has put to rest any claims that he and Jake Paul had agreed to a Boxing match.

It was reported earlier during the week that Tyson and Paul had verbally agreed to a deal worth up to $50 Million.

An associate of Tyson revealed the fight would headline a pay-per-view in Las Vegas.

“Mike and Jake are on board for an exhibition bout in Las Vegas. A verbal deal has been struck to get it on, but like all forms of sports business, now it’s all about the contracts and money split.” A source told The Sun.

“Mike is looking for a certain figure to get into the ring with a profit share guarantee. Jake obviously has that on his mind but is keen to show the world that stepping into the ring with a man once called the baddest man on the planet, takes his boxing career to the next level. This fight bridges the gap between old school boxing fans and the new generation of followers.”

However, it appears now that the two fighting was just speculation as Tyson himself took to social media to reveal he had heard nothing of the sort.

“This is new to me,” Tyson wrote on Twitter. “I saw Jake in St. Barths and he never mentioned it.”

Should Mike Tyson fight Jake Paul?

It’s no secret that Paul has had a meteoric rise in the sport of boxing, he is yet to take on any professional boxers and is still one of the biggest names in the sport currently. Fresh of his victory over Tyron Woodley in December it looks like Paul is ready to step back in, but is Mike Tyson the right man for him to face?

Tyson also returned to boxing in recent years when he took on Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition bout in November 2020 but has not entered the ring since, a card of which Jake Paul also fought on when he knocked out Nate Robinson. Whether the fight comes true is one thing but there is no denying it would attract a fight like this would attract a lot of followers for boxing.

Do you think Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul will happen?