His last win came in May of 2019, and since then, he has lost five fights, and his other was ruled a draw. The UFC heads back on the road for another full-capacity crowd at UFC 262 [Donald] Cerrone come in here and give me my arm back, Perry said. Please check your email for a confirmation. Records: 14-8 (MMA), 2-0 (BKFC), 1-0 (Triad Combat), 0-1 (Boxing)Key Wins: Michael Page (BKFC 27), Michael Seals (Triad), Paul Felder (UFC 226), Jake Ellenberger (UFC Fight Night 108)Key Losses: Geoff Neal (UFC 245), Vicente Luque (UFC Fight Night 155), Santiago Ponzinibbio (UFC on FOX 26), Donald Cerrone (UFC Fight Night 139)Keys to Victory: Perry is a savage. Main card: 10 p.m. Afterwards, Perry wasnt all that interested in calling out his next opponent at first but instead asked for a staredown with UFC superstar Conor McGregor, who was in attendance at the card in Denver. Felipe Colares, a former UFC fighter, has died. [64] Cerrone faced Evan Dunham on November 16, 2013, at UFC 167. The fight falls out and he ends up with another opponent. Im free from everybody, but I love bare-knuckle boxing. The UFC held Fight Night 118 early Saturday headlined by Darren Till upsetting Donald Cerrone. Sucks. Cerrone (36-16) is one of the UFC's most popular fighters, and is tied with fellow lightweight Jim Miller for the most appearances in the Octagon all time at 37. UFC veteran Felipe Colares dead at 29 after being hit by bus. UFC 262: Oliveira vs. Chandler As far as the fights Perry wants, he did mention Donald Cowboy Cerrone during his post-fight interview. He was supposed to fight Diego Sanchez, they agreed to fight at 170 pounds. Im real humble, to be honest, because Ive been fighting a long time, Ive been in some ups and downs, some tough fights, and some things didnt go my way. It was actually a friendly faceoff as Perry and McGregor exchanged compliments in the ring before Perry turned his attention towards a former opponent also in the crowd. Had 14 UFC fights at welterweight (6-7, 1 NC), Won WEC Fight of the Night awards in bouts against McCullough, Varner (twice), Henderson, Ratcliff, Origin of nickname: I wear boots and a hat. Who do you want to see fight @PlatinumPerry in the @bareknucklefc ring? Eddie Alvarez has no problem with his wifes vocal performances during his fights. "[I'm] a little heartbroken," Cerrone said. Donald Cerrone Robbie Lawler 0 0 82 Donald Cerrone Kenneth Alexander 0 0 0 0 0 Watch Gilbert Burns outpoint Jorge Masvidal in his retirement fightin the UFC's return to Miami. The UFC heads back on the road for another full-capacity crowd at UFC 262 at the Toyota Center in Houston. So whoever wants the smoke, dog.Perry and McGregor did come face-to-face after the pay-per-view event, but that face-off is the closest we could get to a potential fight between the two. He nearly scored a Jake Paul money fight as well! The former title challenger is amid the worst stretch of his career, however, as he's gone winless in six consecutive fights, including four knockouts. He didn't really want to fight at 170 pounds, but those two agreed to that weight. Could Mike Perry vs. Conor McGregor actually happen? I don't know what to answer you on, 'Is it time [to retire]?' Colby came here and cut weight and did everything to be here for this fight. "So I'm not fighting Cowboy Cerrone tonight," Lauzon said on Instagram. I love it! You look at him, and youre like, damn that guy is a problem, maybe. But the Platinum is platinum.So its like the moneys gotta make sense for them, continued Perry. Scored WEC wins over Chris Horodecki, Varner, Ed Ratcliff, James Krause, Rob McCullough, Danny Castillo. Most finishes (16), wins (23) and post-fight bonuses (18) in UFC history. Tied with Jim Miller for most fights in UFC history (37) UFC 137 (10/29/11) Cerrone submitted Dennis Siver via rear naked choke at 2:22 of the first round. Lauzon has been away from the UFC since October of 2019. Saturday, May 15, Toyota Center, Houston Takedown defense is the percentage of takedowns attempted against a fighter that do not land. Alvarez reacts to Conor McGregors surprise cornering advice at The performance earned the acknowledgment of many in the combat sports world, with UFC Hall of Famer Donald Cerrone being one to share his views on the matchup. In her time with BE, Kristen has created Fright of the Night, a series that highlights some of the worst injuries in the sport. When asked about a It wasnt necessarily the jaw-dropping knockout that Perry wanted but if it turns out that Rockhold actually suffered a broken jaw, he more than did the damage worthy of the stoppage. Raimondi's legitimate questions: Lesnar back in the UFC? [Donald] Cerrone come in here and give me my arm back, Perry said. When will Jamahal Hill defend? ET, PPV Cerrone, who trains out of Albuquerque, New Mexico, built his reputation on accepting any and every fight the UFC offered. The charismatic brawler revealed that his win over Rockhold was the last fight on his current contract. Rockhold seems thrilled with bare knuckle life, but he has yet to actually step into the ring, which I would imagine could change his perspective. It turns out Mike Perry was made for bare-knuckle fighting. And he gave me a face-off. He was 29. Cerrone, 38, was scheduled to face Diego Sanchez last weekend at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, but his opponent changed to 30-year-old Alex Morono during fight week, after the UFC abruptly cut ties with Sanchez due to medical concerns. Thats Perrys best opportunity to close forward, follow his punches back in, and try to crowd the bigger man with combinations. Oops. You know you can count on us for quick, consistent quality coverage. Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone's next fight 'probably' will be [Donald] Cerrone come in here and give me my arm back, Perry said. Other notable victories during the stretch include Nate Diaz, Rafael dos Anjos, Gunnar Nelson, and Donald Cerrone. [65] Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone booked vs. Joe Solecki for FURY The former title challenger is amid the worst stretch of his career, however, as he's gone winless in six consecutive fights, including four knockouts. I want to be a World Champion, and winning this fight is the next step.Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Ouch! To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. I love David Feldman, and the bare knuckle crew, and the team and the fans, and everybody thats been showing so much support. However, his next fight in January 2021 against Dustin Poirier ended in a TKO loss in the second round. Then I went pro in the RING OF FIRE show and moved on to MMA. 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Donald Cerrone (@Cowboycerrone) Anthony Pettis (@Showtimepettis) Eddie Alvarez (@Ealvarezfight) Darren Till (@darrentill2) 01 May 2023 18:01:43 WebUFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley NC Donald Cerrone "Cowboy" NC Niko Price "The Hybrid" Welterweight Bout Method Donald Cerrone . I mean, what do you guys, what did you think? Bloody Elbow is an independent, reader supported publication. I got a chin, I got some hands, and its bare-knuckle. Niko Price . Anywhere. Sig. When will Jamahal Hill defend? The two shared some words and, although tensions were high, it seemed the pair had respect for one another. Lauzon had to withdraw because of a non-weight-cut-related medical issue, the promotion said. Cerrone, 38, was scheduled to face Diego Sanchez last weekend at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, but his opponent changed to 30-year-old Alex Morono during The 185-pounder took to the mic to ask Conor McGregor to step into the ring and face off against him, to which the Irishman obliged. So what comes next for Perry? Stats Thursday, Cowboy Cerrone will return to action, but not inside the UFC cage. Instead of facing fellow UFC fighter Joe Solecki in an MMA fight, Cerrone will partake in a grappling match at FURY Professional Grappling 3. The open-mat event takes place at 2300 Arena in Philadelphia and streams on UFC Fight Pass. ET, PPV BKFC 41 Results, Streaming Play-By-Play Coverage, Rockhold Slams UFC Roster Full Of Motherfking Yes Men, Staredowns! BKFC: UFC Hall of Famer reacts to Mike Perrys gritty victory over Stats | UFC "The freakiest weirdest thing ever: I weigh-in officially, I got sit down, and I got to put my socks on, I turn my knee out, and my knee locks out. Something went wrong. Watch what happens after US Olympian gets pinned by high schooler, UFC loses Jack Hermansson vs. Brendan Allen headliner, gets offer to save it, Mike Perry sets his sights on Conor McGregor. Instead of facing fellow UFC fighter Joe [61] He won the fight via unanimous decision. Learn more about Donald Cerrone's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below. As mentioned above, range is the big problem for Perry here. Conor McGregor Reflects on Possibility of Competing in BKFC Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone UFC president Dana White told ESPN that he will give Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone one more fight at 155 pounds, saying it will "probably" be his last. Donald Cerrone Likely, victory lines him up for a shot at BKFC gold, whereas defeat likely sets him up for more super fights against other well-known names. Paddy Pimblett vs Donald Cerrone prediction By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. It was quite a conclusion for Perry, who looked right at home as arguably the new face of BKFC with another stunning performance on Saturday. Accomplished slugger, Mike Perry, will step up in weight to challenge former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight kingpin, Luke Rockhold, TONIGHT (Sat., April 29, 2023) at Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) 41 inside 1STBANK Center in Broomfield, Colorado. While the main event ended quicker than most would have liked, 'Platinum' Perry has a way of elevating the show and did so again with his post-fight speech. LONDON Colby Covington is next in line. Mike Perry remains undefeated in bare-knuckle after stopping Key Losses: Geoff Neal (UFC 245), Vicente Luque (UFC Fight Night 155), Santiago Ponzinibbio (UFC on FOX 26), Donald Cerrone (UFC Fight Night 139) Keys to Victory: Perry is a savage. "He stays in there. Hes scored big wins in the ring with and without gloves, becoming more and more well-known after ending his UFC career on a sour note. It was a gruesome scene for a featherweight title bout at UWC 43 when Jos Pealozas ear exploded. I don't know. In signature form, Perry was all aggression as he charged forward while Rockhold was looking to use his reach advantage by keeping his opponent on the end of his punches. Maybe we can fight and then after I beat you, then Ill beat Conor McGregor.. newsletter, Israel Adesanya Walkouts to Knockouts T-Shirt, ONEs Chatri Sityodtong decided not to submit our final offer to Francis Ngannou after meeting, Luke Rockhold reacts to BKFC 41 loss: Im not done. Donald #BKFC41 #BKFC Sources: Cerrone-Lauzon rebooked for June 18. First, he openly admitted he didn'tt eve Lukes a big challenge. White, after confirmation from UFC chief business officer Hunter Campbell who was in the room, announced the promotion is also working on a bout between welterweight contenders Belal Muhammad and Shavkat Rakhmonov. Please enter a valid email and try again. Its gotta make sense for me. LONDON Colby Covington is next in line. Perry is pretty dang good at tanking damage, but that doesnt mean its the best strategy. On Dec. 19, Cerrone grappled Craig Jones at Combat Jiu Jitsu Worlds 2021 and lost by rear-naked choke. A takedown is awarded when a fighter deliberately grapples an opponent to the ground and establishes an advantageous position for an appreciable amount of time. You'll now receive the top MMA Junkie stories each day directly in your inbox. White said he hasn't considered a potential opponent for Cerrone yet. WebUFC 141 results: Nate Diaz defeats Donald Cerrone by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) UFC 137 results: Donald Cerrone defeats Dennis Siver by submission (rear Luke Rockhold vs. Mike Perry full fight preview | BKFC 41 Donald Cerrone to Be Enshrined in UFC Hall of Fame Modern Wing One of It really feels like Platinum is thriving, but hes got a real challenge ahead of him here. 6-3, 1 NC in WEC only losses came in championship bouts against Ben Henderson (twice) and Jamie Varner. During an interview with 'The Schmo' in the aftermath of BKFC 41, Donald Cerrone shared his thoughts on Mike Perry's display against Luke Rockhold and insisted that the 31-year-old was a "dog": The event lived up to expectations and delivered a memorable night for the sport of bare-knuckle boxing. He weighed in a championship backup fighter ahead of UFC 286 and made championship weight. ET on ESPN/ESPN+ Throughout his tenure, Platinum won fights against Julian Lane, Michael Venom Page, and now, Rockhold. For the second time, Donald Cerrone vs. Joe Lauzon has been canceled the day of the planned bout,. Sign up for the Great night last night. None of that will help him in the ring, however, where his best weapon is likely to be his trusty check right hook. He had me afraid, Perry said about Rockhold. UFC Fight Night 223 winners and losers react on social media outlets such as Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Luke Rockhold at BKFC 41: Best photos, Eddie Alvarez def. Perry was doing a ton of body work as he just punished Rockholds midsection with some thudding punches that reverberated throughout the arena. While Dana White has granted Donald Cerrone a final fight, he doesn't have an opponent in mind for the 38-year-old UFC veteran. Its a dream come true, but my works not done yet. Maybe we can fight and then after I beat you, then Ill beat Conor McGregor. It was Its over now and I guess I should get ready to go again soon. DENVER, CO - NOVEMBER 10: (R-L) Donald Cerrone submits Mike Perry by arm bar in their welterweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event inside Pepsi Center on November 10, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. Some gloves would be nice, though, BKFC president David Feldman reveals why Luke Rockhold couldnt continue in BKFC 41 main event, Arnold Allen: No moral victory in Max Holloway fight, I got half my pay, I lost my winning streak, I missed out on a title shot. Defense is the percentage of significant strikes attempted against a fighter that do not land. He deserves the fight, not to mention hes the second or third best guy in the world.. "[I'm] a little heartbroken," Cerrone said. Cerrone, 38, was scheduled to face Diego Sanchez last weekend at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, but his opponent changed to 30-year-old Alex Morono during fight week, after the UFC abruptly cut ties with Sanchez due to medical concerns. Cerrone and Lauzon were supposed to fight at UFC 274 on May 7 in Phoenix, but that time Cerrone fell ill the morning of the bout, forcing a cancellation. adjusting.What was your job before you started fighting? I dont know when well do it, but thats the fight that makes sense, White said at a post-fight news conference at The O2 Arena. The 39-year-old New Mexico resident is tied for the most wins in UFC history with Jim Miller and Andrei Arlovski (23). Donald Cerrone is back. Well, sort of. Thursday, Cowboy Cerrone will return to action, but not inside the UFC cage. Instead of facing fellow UFC fighter Joe Solecki in an MMA fight, Cerrone will partake in a grappling match at FURY Professional Grappling 3. She joined the BE team in 2020, covering a mix of news, events and injuries. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Thats whats up. The future UFC Hall of Famer was in attendance at the 1STBANK Center in Broomfield, Colo., and Platinum said he was interested in a rematch for his arm a quip regarding his first-round armbar loss to Cerrone at UFC Denver nearly five years ago. "I think it was, you know, classic 'Cowboy,'" White told ESPN. The fight falls out and he ends up with another opponent. UFC president Dana White told ESPN that he will give Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone one more fight at 155 pounds, saying it will "probably" be his last. That would be legendary.. RT @CSTodayNews: Bizarre ending to this fight Mike Perry defeats Luke Rockhold via referee stoppage. Following his loss last weekend, Cerrone told ESPN there was no way that would be his final fight, but admitted his recent performances have concerned him. I look up to Duane BANG Ludwig a lotWhat is your favorite technique? A stinging straight left hand landed by Rockhold had Perry on rubber legs momentarily as the former UFC middleweight champion surged ahead to look for the knockdown. Which Bellator, Invicta, One and PFL champs could dethrone UFC titleholders? He's made four UFC appearances in seven of the last eight calendar years. Cerrone lost via first-round knockout, but told ESPN afterward he wants to fight again. Solecki most recently competed in the UFC this past October when he lost as split decision to Jared Gordon. Video: Fighters exploded cauliflower ear leads to TKO stoppage. Str. Knockdown Avg. [62] Cerrone faced Rafael dos Anjos on August 28, 2013, at UFC Fight Night 27. Conor McGregor's next fight set vs. Donald Cerrone at UFC 246 That remains to be seen.Im up in the air because that was my last fight on contract, said Perry during his post-fight press conference (video provided by MMA Junkie). Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone Named To UFC Hall Of Fame Class Of 2023, Photo Gallery | UFC 276: Adesanya vs Cannonier, Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone Announces His Retirement, Donald Cerrone Aiming To Break Records At UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs Emmett. Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone will get another fight in the UFC Mike Perry has completed his contract with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) after a second-round TKO of Luke Rockhold at BKFC 41 this past Saturday. Cerrone vs. Lauzon was first scheduled for April 30, but moved from that date and now it appears it will have to move again. WebDonald Cerrone will face Niko Price in what should be an action-packed co-main event. Please check your email for a confirmation. Thats A Fight Right There. Early prelims: 6:30 p.m. Its real interesting out there for sure. "I've dealt with meniscus injuries on both knees, but this knee in particular, had it cleaned out a bunch of times, but when it does lock up, I can usually straighten out, it unlocks, totally fine, 100 percent, immediately. Raimondi's legitimate questions: Lesnar back in the UFC? Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone MMA Stats, Pictures, News, I do love it. They love this bloody stuff, too., For Perry, remaining with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship is an option, but he wants some incentives from the promotion. Next I don't feel like it, but how I feel and how I perform are two different things, you know? Please subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with our best work and learn how you can support the site. The fighters eventually engaged in the clinch, which saw the referee come to break them apart and thats when Rockhold signaled that something was wrong with his mouth. This time, I'm now surrounded by all the fighters, commission, Cowboy's in the room, I'm trying not to make a scene and let people know there's not a problem with my knee. It has just been a progression.What ranks and titles have you held? The Notorious one is gearing up for his UFC return near the end of the year, so seeing him against Perry is fantasy. Mike Perry and Conor McGregor super-fight on the cards? Mike Perry remains undefeated in bare-knuckle after To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. O'Malley and Pimblett are both likely to fight next in March or April. 2023 Bloody Elbow. UFC 262: Oliveira vs. Chandler ET on ESPN+. "I don't know, man. Donald Cerrone Cerrone lost via first-round knockout, but told ESPN afterward he wants to fight again. The win moves Perry to 3-0 in BKFC with the biggest win of his career now coming against Rockhold. Following his loss last weekend, Cerrone told ESPN there was no way that would be his final fight, but admitted his recent performances have concerned him. And Cowboy [Donald Cerrone] was in attendance, thats another one I lost, so I got some Ls in that crowd, Id like to get them back. He was supposed to fight Diego Sanchez, they agreed to fight at 170 pounds. Lauzon had to withdraw because of a non-weight-cut-related ET on ESPN/ESPN+ The evening will focus on the future of the lightweight division as Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler fight for the UFC lightweight title vacated by Khabib Nurmagomedov. But if Cerrone is not an option, then Perry says Conor McGregor is next on his shortlist of potential opponents. Perry is coming up in weight, and thus will probably have a solid speed advantage. ONE Championship will no longer be negotiating to sign former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou after failing to find the right "alignment" on contract clauses. Please enter a valid email and try again. I was S-1 Muay Thai United States ChampionDo you have any heroes? Aljo Reveals Shocking Medical Diagnosis, Will Never Fight At MSG. Who do you want to see fight @PlatinumPerry in the @bareknucklefc ring? "I think it was, you know, classic 'Cowboy,'" White told ESPN. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. And these guys are coming over here fighting me at what seems to be my best attributes. He wants him to take time off and then slowly get back into camp and the process of dropping weight. Cerrone (36-16) was first slated to take ok Joe Lauzon at UFC 274 in Arizona, but fell ill the night before the fight and was unable to compete. Thursday, Cowboy Cerrone will return to action, but not inside the UFC cage.