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The first UFC pay-per-view of 2025 is just around the corner. UFC 311 goes down on Jan. 18 in Inglewood, California. It will be topped by two blockbuster…
The first UFC pay-per-view of 2025 is just around the corner. UFC 311 goes down on Jan. 18 in Inglewood, California. It will be topped by two blockbuster…
A big fight in the welterweight division is the first major matchup to have been reported for the UFC’s return to Miami on April 12. Ag. Fight revealed that the former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns will be back in Miami for the second consecutive year to take on the undefeated Michael Morales. Burns […]
A big fight in the welterweight division is the first major matchup to have been reported for the UFC’s return to Miami on April 12. Ag. Fight revealed that the former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns will be back in Miami for the second consecutive year to take on the undefeated Michael Morales.
Burns is currently coming off the biggest winless streak of his career after losing his last three bouts inside the Octagon. In May of 2023, he suffered an injury in his defeat to Belal Muhammad, returning the following year in Miami where he was finished by Jack Della Maddalena. His difficult run of form continued last September where he lost a unanimous decision to Sean Brady over five rounds at the UFC Apex.
In order to return to the win column, the #8-ranked contender will need to be the first man to defeat Ecuador’s Morales in 17 fights. The 25-year old arrived in the UFC back in 2022 after earning his contract via Dana White’s Contender Series and he has made quiet the impression ever since.
He has since beaten the likes of Neil Magny, Jake Matthews and Max Griffin to put together a five-fight winning streak inside the Octagon which has earned him the #12-spot in the top 15. With 12 wins via knockout, Morales is a dangerous contender who will be hoping to earn the biggest win of his career to date in Miami.
For “Durinho”, beating a highly regarded rising star like Morales could be the confidence boost that he needs to re-establish himself as a serious player at the top of the welterweight division.
Though the fight was not a done deal at the time, Burns recently spoke about the potential matchup during an episode of the Show Me The Money Podcast. He gave Morales plenty of praise before saying that despite it being a tough fight for both of them, like his friend Renato Moicano, he “cannot afford to lose”.
Rising middleweight contender Caio Borralho believes the key to his success has been to always remain a white belt….
Rising middleweight contender Caio Borralho believes the key to his success has been to always remain a white belt.
Of course, Borralho is a black belt in BJJ and even a former national judo champion, but mentally, ‘The Natural’ believes it’s important to always continue learning, no matter how experienced one becomes in a specific art.
“You are like a forever white belt, you know? Sometimes people think they’re already black belts, and they stop learning in this process,” Borralho said during an appearance on Submission Radio. “I don’t want this to happen to me, so I’ve been searching for the best training.”
It seems as though Borralho’s approach has been working quite well. Thus far, he is 7-0 inside the Octagon with his biggest wins coming against Arman Petrosyan, Paul Craig, and most recently, Jared Cannonier. Those victories have thrust the Brazilian into the No. 6 spot in the middleweight rankings and potentially one impressive showing away from his first UFC title opportunity.
After his decision victory over Cannonier, Borralho was hoping to bag himself a big fight with former two-time titleholder Israel Adesanya. Unfortunately, ‘The Last Stylebender’ chose to throw hands with Nassourdine Imavov who sits one spot higher on the middleweight rankings than Borralho.
“I think the UFC offered Izzy two fights: me or Imavov,” Borralho said on the Overdogs Podcast. “And then, he suddenly posted a clip studying Imavov’s tape, and I was like, ‘Come on, bro.’ I sent a message to Izzy, and was like, ‘Bro, why you choosing that?’
“He was like, ‘Bro, we’re going to fight next year. We’re going to dance next year for the belt.’ It’s OK, I respect you if you choose that. I think he chose right. I think Imavov is a better fight for him, and I think Izzy is the favorite in this fight.”
There’s always the chance that Borralho could be matched up with fourth-ranked contender Robert Whittaker in 2025, or even face the winner of face the winner of Adesanya vs. Imavov.
Either way, ‘The Natural’ will look to make the biggest statement possible in his next outing and establish himself as a legitimate contender to the coveted middleweight crown.
The upcoming UFC Fight Night 249 on January 11, 2025, will feature an intriguing middleweight bout between César Almeida…
The upcoming UFC Fight Night 249 on January 11, 2025, will feature an intriguing middleweight bout between César Almeida and Abdul Razak Alhassan at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. This matchup pits two fighters with contrasting backgrounds and styles against each other, promising an exciting clash for fight fans.
For this middleweight contest, César Almeida is the clear favorite with odds ranging from -250 to -300 and Abdul Razak Alhassan is the underdog with odds between +205 and +240. These odds imply that bookmakers give Almeida approximately a 71-75% chance of winning, while Alhassan has about a 29-33% chance. With a knockout win, Brazil’s Almeida might be paying a visit to the top ten in the weight class.
The method of victory provides insight into how bookmakers expect the fight to unfold having Almeida by KO/TKO at +140 or by decision at +230. These odds suggest that a knockout or technical knockout by Almeida is seen as the most likely outcome, followed by an Almeida decision victory. An Alhassan knockout is considered possible but less likely, while an Alhassan decision is viewed as highly improbable.
The over/under for the fight duration is set at 1.5 rounds, with the over being favored at -166 and the under at +130. Almeida opened as a -250 favorite and has since moved to around -300 in some books, indicating growing confidence in his chances.
César Almeida is a Brazilian fighter with a record of 6-1 who is coming off a unanimous decision victory over Ihor Potieria at UFC 307. Almeida has a strong kickboxing background, having competed extensively in that discipline before transitioning to MMA. He’s known for his technical striking and has shown impressive finishing ability, with 4 of his 6 wins coming by knockout.
Judo Thunder’ Abdul Razak Alhassan, from Ghana, brings a record of 12-6 to the octagon. Alhassan is known for his explosive power and quick finishes, with all 12 of his wins coming by knockout. However, he’s faced some challenges recently, going 1-2-0 with 1 No Contest in his last four fights. His last bout against Cody Brundage ended in a No Contest due to accidental blows to the back of the head.
Almeida is a technical striker with a more measured approach, while Alhassan is known for his aggressive style and one-punch knockout power. Almeida’s superior footwork and defensive skills could be key in avoiding Alhassan’s powerful strikes, while Alhassan’s judo background might come into play if he decides to mix in some grappling.
César Almeida, still relatively new to the UFC, is looking to establish himself as a contender in the middleweight division. For Alhassan, this fight is crucial for his UFC career, as he needs a big victory to regain momentum and secure his place in the promotion.
This bout is positioned as the featured fight on the main card, right before the co-main and main events. With both fighters known for their striking, fans can expect a high-energy contest that has a good chance of ending before the final bell.
Joe Rogan is backpedaling on his recent assertion regarding Jon Jones’ potential title fight against Tom Aspinall. Interim UFC Heavyweight champion Aspinall has been relentlessly campaigning for a title unification showdown with Jones for over a year now. However, “Bones” has repeatedly brushed off the challenge, though he hasn’t entirely shut the door — hinting […]
Joe Rogan is backpedaling on his recent assertion regarding Jon Jones’ potential title fight against Tom Aspinall.
Interim UFC Heavyweight champion Aspinall has been relentlessly campaigning for a title unification showdown with Jones for over a year now. However, “Bones” has repeatedly brushed off the challenge, though he hasn’t entirely shut the door — hinting that he’d consider stepping into the Octagon if the UFC presents him with the most lucrative payday of his career.
Interestingly, Rogan claimed on his podcast that he had heard whispers of the reigning UFC Heavyweight champion demanding a staggering $30 million to face Aspinall. He even expressed optimism that the UFC might meet the hefty price tag to make the highly anticipated clash a reality.
However, during a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience, the seasoned UFC commentator shared that he received a call from UFC CEO Dana White, who refuted his earlier statements. Rogan admitted the particular episode was recorded roughly two weeks ago and confessed he couldn’t recall the source who mentioned Jones’ rumored $30 million demand.
“We were talking about Jon Jones and I had heard a rumor that Jon Jones wanted $30 million to fight Tom Aspinall,” Rogan said. “And I did hear that rumor and I did hear that the UFC said yes. But it is not true, Dana contacted me and said that rumor is bullsh*t. So I felt obligated to tell everybody that was a fake rumor. I don’t even remember because we did that podcast two weeks ago, I don’t remember who told me that.”
“Bones” was last seen in action at UFC 309 in November 2024, where he secured a dominant third-round knockout win over former champion Stipe Miocic in his first heavyweight title defense.
Meanwhile, Aspinall has held the interim heavyweight title since knocking out Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295 in November 2023. He further solidified his reign with another knockout win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304 in July 2024.
The long-standing rivalry between Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor took another fiery turn on social media today, with Chandler…
The long-standing rivalry between Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor took another fiery turn on social media today, with Chandler delivering a scathing response to McGregor’s latest tweet. The exchange has reignited tensions between the two fighters, whose much-anticipated clash has been teased for years.
Conor McGregor is well-known for his brash social media presence, posted an exuberant tweet promoting his involvement in bare-knuckle fighting. In typical McGregor fashion, the Irishman hyped up his return to Philadelphia, referencing the city’s connection to the iconic fictional boxer Rocky Balboa. He wrote: “WE ARE BAD MOTHERF*ERS IN BAREKNUCKLE, END OF. Watch the content below. 
See you soon beautiful Philadelphia, home of Rocky Balboa. We are coming in with NO GLOVES AND CLOSED FISTS and with the Heavyweight World Title on the line! Real mad man shit. Made for Philly! Course we brought the heavyweight belt! PHILADELPHIA! WHAT A CITY!”
Michael Chandler wasted no time firing back with a brutal retort that mocked McGregor’s current status in combat sports. He tweeted on X: “Who TF is ‘we’ – you are a suit and the ones you wear keep getting cheaper and cheaper. You’ll be flipping through the clearance rack in no time… @TheNotoriousMMA”
The jab hit hard, as it not only dismissed Conor McGregor’s claims of being an active fighter but also took a swipe at his persona and perceived decline in relevance. Michael Chandler’s quip about “cheaper suits” seemed to allude to McGregor’s waning credibility in the MMA world, where he has been more active on social media than in actual competition.
This exchange is just the latest chapter in a rivalry that has been frustrating for fans. The two were first paired as opposing coaches on The Ultimate Fighter 31 in early 2023, with an eventual fight expected to follow. However, a series of delays, including McGregor’s absence from USADA testing protocols and an injury that sidelined him in mid-2024, meant the fight never came to fruition.
Chandler, once optimistic about facing McGregor, grew increasingly frustrated as months turned into years without any concrete plans. Despite McGregor’s unpredictable behavior and frequent teases about potential fights, including rumored bouts with influencers like Logan Paul, Michael Chandler has remained vocal about his willingness to fight him. However, today’s sharp response suggests that Chandler may be losing patience with Conor McGregor’s antics.
Fans have taken to social media to weigh in on the spat, with many praising Chandler for calling out McGregor’s bravado. Others lamented how far McGregor has drifted from his fighting prime.
