UFC 300 This is an event like no other. And tonight’s card is sure to excite the entire entertainment world.
From Donald Trump to Drake to Halle Berry to Shaq, the UFC has a long history of celebrity fans cheering from the stands, and Saturday’s historic pay-per-view event is sure to have stars in attendance. Add in the fighters’ own shenanigans, plus the special events that promotions have officially put on their schedules, and keeping track of it all can make even the most die-hard fight fan’s head spin.
That’s why MMA Fighting tracks all special events, celebrity sightings, and fight night predictions and finishes. You can see it below.
10:45 PM ET: Arman Tsarukyan gets heated with fans
Arman Tsarukian almost got into a fight. in front his fight.
On his way down to the cage for his fight with Charles Oliveira, Tsarukyan was briefly caught on camera scuffling with some fans.
Fortunately, security was able to pull Tsarukian away and defuse the situation before the much-anticipated lightweight bout was jeopardized.
11:20pm ET: Chael Sonnen, UFC Hall of Famer
Chel Sonnen has finally been inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Of course, you need a little help.
During Saturday’s pay-per-view broadcast, it was announced that the epic encounter between Sonnen and Anderson Silva at UFC 117 will be inducted into the fight wing of the promotion’s Hall of Fame.
Watch the video of the announcement below.
Silva was on a 12-fight winning streak when he faced Sonnen in August 2010. He was already considered one of the best fighters in MMA history. But that night, Sonnen dominated Silva with grappling for much of the five-round bout. Only Silva’s Hail Mary triangle choke saved him the title, forcing Sonnen to tap out with less than two minutes left in the final round.
The bout is widely regarded as one of the most exciting fights in UFC history, with Silva’s accomplishments further enhanced by the victory and Sonnen’s status as a must-see for years to come.
Silva is inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame for the second time after being inducted into the Pioneer Wing in 2023.
11:15 p.m. ET: Islam Makhachev takes the call.
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has apparently named his next challenger.
After Arman Tsarukyan’s dramatic split decision win over Charles Oliveira, Tsarukyan called for a fight with Makhachev, and the champion appeared to respond in comments on social media.
I am prepared
See you soon, boy— Makhachev Islam (@MAKHCHEVMMA) April 14, 2024
“Get ready,” Makhachev wrote. “See you later, kid.”
If Tsarukyan gets his chance to win the title, it will be a rematch with Makhachev from April 2019. Makhachev defeated Tsarukyan by split decision, but both men’s careers have skyrocketed since that fight, and it could be only a matter of time before they meet. We will face each other again.
11:07 PM ET: Bruce Buffer brings the style.
Legendary UFC ring announcer Bruce Buffer is known for dressing up for special occasions, and he didn’t disappoint at UFC 300.
Buffer flashed the inside of his jacket to reveal Alex Pereira, the UFC light heavyweight champion and Saturday night’s headliner, on the inside lining.
It is a collector’s item that many fans want to get their hands on.
10:42 PM ET: Heartfelt homecoming for The Hammers.
In March, Mark Coleman was hospitalized after saving his parents from a house fire.
Tonight, the UFC Hall of Famer was welcomed home.
“The Hammer” grabbed attention during the pay-per-view broadcast ahead of the main card match between Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan, as he entered the arena with his daughters Mackenzie and Morgan.
Coleman will be wearing the belt around the waist of the winner of the “BMF” championship match between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway.
10:38pm ET: Iron Mike, Iceman and Bullet in attendance
Three of the most dangerous fighters of all time will come together at UFC 300.
Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson, UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell and former UFC flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko were on camera during Saturday’s pay-per-view broadcast.
There was a cavalcade of talent inside the octagon tonight, but it may be dwarfed by the star power outside.
10:14 PM ET: Mark Zuckerberg is in awe of Alex Pereira
Mark Zuckerberg is one of the richest people in the world. And he was still a total fanboy when he met UFC champion Alex Pereira.
Pereira will take on Jamahal Hill in the main event of UFC 300, and there’s no doubt Zuckerberg will be cageside cheering on “Poitin.”
10:07 PM ET: Introducing the Champions.
Aljamain Sterling and Deiveson Figueiredo may have had the best bantamweight wins of the night, but 135-pound champion Sean O’Malley may have still stolen the show.
“SUGA” entered the arena in style, wearing a feathery pink coat, flashy jewelry, and reflective shades.
Let’s just say it’s a look that only O’Malley could pull off.
9:45pm ET: Stars take notice of Kayla Harrison
Kayla Harrison not only caught the attention of matchmakers with her impressive UFC debut, but celebs rushed backstage to congratulate her.
Comedian Theo Fung and actor Miles Teller praised Harrison’s performance Saturday night as the former PFL star scored an impressive submission victory over former bantamweight champion Holly Holm.
The win could set Harrison up for a shot at the 135-pound title later this year.
9:35 p.m. ET: Israel Adesanya spotlights Doricas du Plessis
Rivals Israel Adesanya and Dorikas du Plessis could soon face off in the Octagon. For now, they will likely be in the same venue.
The middleweight star was on screen Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, and Adesanya used the opportunity to let du Plessis know that he has him in his sights, figuratively speaking. I informed you.
See the exchange below.
Du Plessis won the middleweight title by defeating Sean Strickland, who took the belt from Adesanya at UFC 297 in January of this year. Since then, the two rivals have been trading shots in interviews and on social media, with Adesanya expressing his dissatisfaction with the match. Du Plessis doesn’t want to face him at UFC 300. For now, du Plessis is targeting a fight against Adesanya at UFC 305 on August 17th in Perth, Australia.
8:05 PM ET: face the pain i’m back
UFC goes all out to start Saturday’s ESPN prelims, knocking down the STEMM Classic face the pain It concludes with a great intro video that nostalgically recalls the promotion’s rise in the early 2000s.
“Zuffa Gladiator” also returned, and a black-and-white interview with the fighter was also shown.
You never thought a nu metal song would move you this much, did you?
9:01 PM ET: Lionesses not impressed
There were several people interested in former PFL star Kayla Harrison’s UFC debut, but perhaps no one was more interested than retired mixed martial arts great Amanda Nunes.
“Lioness” retired in June of this year after winning two divisions and finishing her career with an incredible record of 14 wins and 1 loss. However, based on the reactions she posted on social media, Harrison, who dominated Holly Holm to win her first UFC fight, was a bit taken aback by not mentioning her as a potential opponent in her post-fight speech. He seems disappointed.
Nunes and Harrison were teammates on American Top Team in Florida, but with both fighters leading the charge in their respective promotions, there has been a lot of talk about a potential matchup between the two in the cage. Now that Harrison is officially the UFC’s top contender, Nunes was hoping the two-time Olympic judo champion would at least try to pull her out of retirement.
8:23 PM ET: Mark Zuckerberg is in the building.
Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, CEO of Meta, and all-around rich man, sat cageside at UFC 300.
Check out his arrival below.
Zuckerberg had a front row seat to Diego Lopez’s stunning first-round KO of Sodiq Yousaf, but when Lopez stepped out of the cage to celebrate with Dana White, the featherweight challenger seemed unaware that Zuckerberg was even there.
7:53 PM ET: The game always respects the game.
After his stunning submission victory over Cody Garbrandt, Deiveson Figueiredo ran into a familiar face backstage: longtime rival Brandon Moreno.
Figueiredo and Moreno faced off in a memorable four-fight flyweight championship series that ended 2-1-1 in Moreno’s favor. Despite their intense battle, it was all love backstage at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night.
7:25 PM ET: What’s next for King vs. Buddy?
After winning a thrilling and bloody battle with Jim Miller, Bobby Greene already has his next opponent in mind: polarizing UFC lightweight Paddy Pimblett.
“Paddy [Pimblett], that’s what you do, you slimy sweet snake,” Green said in the postgame interview. “How dare you say my name? I’ll come after you. In July, I’ll come to your backyard with your people and kick your ass.”
‘The Buddy’ is yet to lose inside the Octagon, winning his first five fights en route to the promotion, most recently defeating fan favorite Tony Ferguson at UFC 296. Along the way, Pimblett has drawn a lot of attention to his game with his cocky personality. .
Love him or hate him, Pimblett fighting another well-respected veteran in his native England will definitely captivate fans.
6:45 p.m. ET: UFC’s international stars make their presence felt.
The best fighters from around the world will descend on Las Vegas for UFC 300.
That list includes interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall (England), two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya (New Zealand) and recent bantamweight title challenger Marlon Vera (Ecuador).
And let’s not forget UFC Hall of Famer Mark Coleman, who represents the good old American A’s.
Coleman will play a key role on tonight’s card as he will put the belt around the waist of the winner of the Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway “BMF” title fight.
Joe Rogan gets emotional
Joe Rogan has been one of the voices of the UFC for decades, and the popular commentator and podcaster burst into tears as the event began.
“I couldn’t sleep last night,” Rogan told fellow commentators Jon Anik and Daniel Cormier. “I woke up many times during the night and said, ‘This is happening!’ It’s only a few hours away!”
“I’m so fired up. I’ve been here since UFC 12, so just the fact that it’s become the sport it is today is beyond my imagination. And I’m excited to join you all on this card of UFC 300. I’m really surprised to be here.”
Drake bets big on ‘Poitin’
Drake is at it again.
The Canadian rapper, who is used to making high bets on UFC fights, announced he has placed a six-figure bet on Alex Pereira in hopes of winning nearly $1.2 million.
Pereira will defend his light heavyweight title against former champion Jamahal Hill in tonight’s main event. Will the fearsome Brazilian striker fall victim to the infamous ‘Drake Curse’?
Sketch lets everyone know the UFC is on, bro.
TikToker and Twitch streamer Sketch kicked things off briefly, dropping a catchphrase to announce the start of UFC 300.
With more than 3 million followers across his social media platforms, Sketch’s words are the kind of endorsement that will be key for the UFC to reach an even broader audience.
Triple H pays tribute to TKO partner
Triple H will be at UFC 300.
The WWE executive and longtime sports entertainment star tweeted his admiration for TKO’s partner UFC, calling it a “big night,” a “blockbuster card,” and “miles.” It was called “Stone Event”.
That’s a huge compliment considering Triple H and company just celebrated their own historic event, WrestleMania 40, last weekend. Her two-night wrestling extravaganza set WWE viewership records, and UFC CEO Dana White is no doubt hoping to match that success. .
