Live on Air Gaffe: 'Queen of MMA' Sanko Drops Shocking Remark!
SHOCKING MOMENT ON LIVE BROADCAST: LAURA SANKO STUNS CO-HOSTS WITH CANDID COMMENT ABOUT HER LOVE LIFE
The world of mixed martial arts (MMA) was left stunned on Friday when ESPN analyst Laura Sanko dropped a bombshell during the live broadcast of the UFC weigh-in show. The 42-year-old MMA expert, affectionately known as the "Queen of MMA," joined her co-hosts Daniel Cormier, Chris Weidman, and RJ Clifford to preview the highly-anticipated UFC 320 event.
As they engaged in a segment discussing their "Top 3 Signature Moves in the UFC," Clifford downplayed the impact of Khamzat Chimaev's takedowns, stating that while his double-leg takedown is impressive, it's not something that keeps him up at night. Cormier quickly fired back, playfully teasing Clifford for underestimating the effectiveness of Chimaev's technique.
However, Sanko took the opportunity to inject some humor into the conversation and left her co-hosts speechless with a cheeky remark about her love life. With a mischievous glint in her eye, she quipped: "I've been on my back for 25 minutes; it's not that bad." The comment was met with stunned silence from her colleagues before erupting into laughter and gasps of surprise.
The shocking moment sent social media into a frenzy, with fans and fellow analysts alike taking to Twitter to express their amazement at Sanko's candid remark. Cormier was the first to react, exclaiming: "Laura! That's some crazy s*!" Weidman chimed in, jokingly asking if Mr. Sanko (presumably her husband) would be changing up his moves anytime soon.
Sanko's quick wit and playful jab at her co-hosts left many wondering about the details of her personal life. While she didn't elaborate on the comment, it's clear that the charismatic analyst is not afraid to speak her mind and keep her audience engaged.
A LOOK INTO LAURA SANKO'S LIFE: FROM PROFESSIONAL FIGHTER TO UFC ANALYST
Before joining ESPN as an analyst in 2021, Sanko was a professional fighter who made her debut at Invicta FC 4 against Cassie Rob in 2013. She won the match via submission in the second round but left fighting shortly after for family reasons.
Sanko's return to the MMA scene was met with great enthusiasm as she transitioned from competitor to commentator, making history as the first female commentator in the modern era of UFC. Her PPV debut at UFC 293 in Sydney last September marked a significant milestone in her career.
The sports personality has maintained a strong social media presence, wowing fans with a sizzling bikini snap on July 4th this year, which garnered over 20,000 likes and sparked numerous comments. Sanko's dedication to fitness is evident as she continues to push herself, even after more than a decade out of competition.
In a recent post on her social media accounts, Sanko revealed that earning her black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu was the culmination of an incredible 19-year journey. Her commitment to martial arts and physical fitness has left many fans in awe, solidifying her reputation as one of the most talented and driven women in MMA.
As she takes on analysis duties for the highly anticipated UFC 320 card featuring Alex Pereira and Merab Dvalishvili, fans can expect nothing but high-energy commentary from Sanko. The event promises to be an electrifying mix of redemption and championship battles as Pereira seeks revenge against Magomed Ankalaev in the main event.
Meanwhile, Merab will look to defend his bantamweight title against US star Cory Sandhagen in a highly anticipated showdown. With her quick wit, infectious personality, and deep knowledge of MMA, Laura Sanko is sure to be an essential part of this weekend's action-packed events.