Michael Johnson

Michael Johnson motivated and ‘thirsty for a world title’ ahead of UFC Fight Night 224

" LAS VEGAS – Michael Johnson claims he’s more driven than ever as he prepared for his 28th octagon appearance on Saturday at UFC Fight Night 224. Johnson (21-18 MMA, 13-14 UFC) has been part of the UFC roster since December 2010. Throughout that time he’s beaten marquee names such...

Michael Johnson calls out Tony Ferguson for rematch: ‘A chance to redeem yourself’

Michael Johnson wants to give Tony Ferguson an opportunity to avenge the first loss of his UFC career. Nearly 11 years ago at UFC on FOX 3 in May 2022, Johnson (21-18 MMA, 13-14 UFC) earned a unanimous decision victory over Ferguson (25-8 MMA, 15-6 UFC) in a lightweight...

Michael Johnson confused by Marc Diakiese’s reaction to decision loss: ‘You didn’t get robbed, trust me’

Michael Johnson was taken off guard by Marc Diakiese’s post-fight reaction. Saturday, Johnson (22-18 MMA, 13-14 UFC) defeated Diakiese (16-6 MMA, 7-6 UFC) in a unanimous decision on the preliminary card of UFC on ESPN 42. The longtime fighter thought he won comfortably and was confused to see Diakiese...

MMA Junkie’s Fight of the Month for July: A flyweight comeback for the ages

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best fights from July 2022: Here are the five nominees, listed in chronological order, and winner of MMA Junkie’s Fight of the Month award for July. At the bottom of the post, let us know...

UFC on ESPN 39 results: Jamie Mullarkey rallies to outslug Michael Johnson for split call

LAS VEGAS – Jamie Mullarkey left UFC on ESPN 39 with the biggest win of his career, but it didn’t come without some help from the judges and a lot of shots from Michael Johnson. Mullarkey (15-5 MMA, 3-3 UFC) edged Johnson (29-18 MMA, 12-14 UFC) by split decision in...

UFC on ESPN 39 pre-event facts: Rafael dos Anjos on cusp of history

The UFC continues its busy July schedule Saturday with UFC on ESPN 39, which takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas and airs on ESPN/streams on ESPN+. A high-stakes lightweight clash serves as the main event of the card. Former 155-pound champion Rafael dos Anjos (32-13 MMA,...

Michael Johnson opens up about career doubts amid losing streak: ‘I was in such a dark hole’

" Michael Johnson’s recent years in the MMA weren’t too kind to him. The lightweight veteran entered Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 36 on a four-fight losing streak and being 2-7 since 2016. It was a stretch that was hard to believe given that Johnson had big wins in the...

UFC on ESPN 36 video: Michael Johnson ends four-fight skid with brutal KO of Alan Patrick

Michael Johnson ended his four-fight skid in highlight-reel fashion Saturday at the expense of Alan Patrick. Johnson (20-17 MMA, 12-13 UFC), a lightweight veteran who has all kinds of notable wins on his resume in addition to puzzling losses, bounced back from a rough patch at UFC on ESPN...

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