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UFC 273 Highlights: Alexander Volkanovski Is Spectacular And Aljamain Sterling Is Champion For Real
UFC 273 saw the next chapter in an emerging rivalry at bantamweight, and a sparkling performance by the featherweight champion. See that and the rest of the highlights, including a fight of the year contender after the break. Alexander Volkanovski def.
UFC To Induct Doo Ho Choi vs. Cub Swanson Into The Hall Of Fame
During the UFC 273 broadcast they announced that the 2016 barnburner between Doo-Ho Choi and Cub Swanson will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's fights wing in the upcoming International Fight Week. Announcement: Cub Swanson (@CubSwanson) vs Dooho Choi (@KoreanSuperBoy) to be inducted into the 2022 @UFC Hall of Fame — UFC News (@UFCNews) April 10, 2022 Related Article UFC 273 Results, Live Coverage & Discussion: Volkanovski vs.
UFC 269 Post-Fight Roundup: Bonuses, Reactions and Press Conference
Check out all the news from the UFC 269 card which was thrilling from start to finish. UFC 268 Bonuses Related Article Mike Perry And Julian Lane Get Into Huge Brawl At BKFC Event | Social Media Roundup The final PPV of the year for the UFC had them feeling generous as they splashed out eight bonuses rather than their standard four, which was well deserved on a card filled with exciting finishes. Dominick Cruz vs.
UFC 269 Highlights: Julianna Peña Shocks The World
A thrilling UFC 269 card saw one of the greatest upsets in the history of the sport, and was topped off by an excellent main event. CHeck out those highlights and everything else after the jump. Charles Oliveira def. Dustin Poirier via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) (Rd. 3 1:02) Related Article Mike Perry And Julian Lane Get Into Huge Brawl At BKFC Event | Social Media Roundup Charles Oliveira has defended his UFC lightweight champion after weathering a heavy first round from Dustin Poirier.
UFC Vegas 42 Highlights: Max Holloway and Yair Rodriguez Go To War
After a card packed filled with explosive finishes, Max Holloway and Yair Rodriguez went to war and engaged in an instant classic. Check out all the highlights from an impressive UFC Vegas 42 card. Max Holloway def. Yair Rodriguez via Unanimous Decision (49-46, 48-47, 48-47) Related Article Nick Diaz Offers To Step In And Face Leon Edwards At UFC 269 | Social Media Roundup Max Holloway and Yair Rodriguez went to war and engaged in an instant classic fight with Holloway emerging victorious.
UFC Vegas 33 Post-Fight Roundup: Reactions, Bonuses, and Press Conference
Related Article News On American Top Team In AEW, More UFC Vegas 33 Bonuses The UFC had many options to choose from for their performance bonuses from an action-packed UFC Vegas 33 card. The fight of the night went to the wild affair between Bryan Barberena and Jason Witt, which featured a third round, which will be a contender for the round of the year.
Amanda Nunes Tests Positive For COVID-19, UFC 265 Title Defense Against Julianna Pena Scrapped
The co-main event of UFC 265 seems to be off, as UFC featherweight and bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes tested positive based on reports from ESPN and MMA Junkie. BREAKING: Amanda Nunes tested positive for COVID, UFC chief’s Hunter Campbell tells ESPN, cancelling her UFC 265 bantamweight title fight with Julianna Peña that was set for Aug. 7.
UFC Vegas 32 Main Card Highlights: TJ Dillashaw Returns With Narrow Decision Victory
An action-packed UFC Vegas 32 card delivered in spades, including a fight of the year contender, and the return of a former champion. Check out all the highlights from the card after the jump. TJ Dillashaw def. Cory Sandhagen via Split-Decision (48-47, 48-47, 47-48) Related Article Bellator 267 Live Coverage And Results: Page Edges Lima In The Rematch TJ Dillashaw is back after his two-year suspension, and he looked very good, despite suffering a knee injury, and a brutal cut to his eye.
UFC 264 Prelim Highlights: Michel Pereira Lands A Moonsault
The undercard for UFC 264 was excellent and featured a variety of exciting fights, and some fun finishes. Plus Michel Pereira hit a freaking moonsault in the cage, check out all the highlights after the jump. Max Griffin def. Carlos Condit via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) Related Article Bellator 267 Live Coverage And Results: Page Edges Lima In The Rematch Max Griffin secured the highest-profile win of his career by out striking MMA legend Carlos Condit over three rounds.
UFC Vegas 30 Highlights: Cyril Gane Outpaces Alexander Volkov
UFC Vegas 30 featured an all-action card top to bottom, that unfortunately was topped by two fairly unexciting heavyweight bouts in the main and co-main event slots. Check out the highlights from those heavyweight fights as well as the rest of the card below. Cyril Gane def. Alexander Volkov via Unanimous Decision (49-46, 50-45, 50-45) Related Article News On American Top Team In AEW, More In a boring tactical fight, Cyril Gane came out on top.
UFC Vegas 30 Prelim Highlights: Kennedy Nzechukwu Scores Another Comeback Knockout
The prelim card for UFC Vegas 30 featured an incredible array of finishes and action. Check out all the numerous knockouts, chokes and the rest of the highlights below. Related Article MMA Veteran Justin Thornton Passes Away Following Injuries Sustained At BKFC 20 Kennedy Nzechukwu def.
UFC Vegas Post Fight Roundup: Reactions, Bonuses, and Press Conference
UFC Vegas 30 featured action right up until the main event, which was a fairly boring tactical battle. Check below for all the bonuses and reactions to the action at UFC Vegas 30. Prachnio, Wells, Means and Dalby Earn Bonuses At UFC Vegas 30 Related Article Bellator 267 Live Coverage And Results: Page Edges Lima In The Rematch In a card that was packed with bonus opportunities, the extra $50,000 cheques went to Timur Valiev, Raoni Barcelos, Kennedy Nzechkwu, and Marcin Prachnio.
UFC Vegas 29 Prelim Highlights: Rick Glenn Scores Early Stoppage
The undercard for UFC Vegas 29 seemed to be lacking in star power, it still delivered some fun action including a big knockout for Rick Glenn, and an impressive performance from Virna Jandiroba. See those highlights and everything else below. Related Article Michael Page On Improving Relationship With Bellator: "Things Are Ten Times Better" Nicolae Negumereanu def.
UFC Vegas 29 Post Fight Roundup: Reactions, Bonuses, Press Conference
UFC Vegas 29 featured numerous exciting finishes, as well as a good main event featuring a fan favorite. Check out the bonuses, and the reactions in the roundup below. Choo, Brown And Earn Performance Bonuses Related Article Conor McGregor Shares Document Revealing UFC 257 PPV Buys Matt Brown, and Seungwoo Choi earned expected $50,000 bonuses for their explosive knockouts, and the excellent fight between Marlon Vera and Davey Grant earned the fight of the night honors.
UFC Vegas 23 Prelims Video Highlights: Jim Miller Loses Record-Setting Bout
Jim Miller set the record for the most UFC fights in a losing effort in the featured prelims of UFC Vegas 23. Take a look at that and all the other highlights from the prelims of the UFC's Saturday morning offering. Related Article Marvin Vettori vs Kevin Holland Live Stream Watch Along: UFC Vegas 23 Joe Solecki def. Jim Miller via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) In a fight that saw almost nothing but grappling, Joe Solecki turned away the UFC veteran Jim Miller.
UFC Announces Weekly Live TikTok Show
UFC is continuing to expand its social media footprint with the announcement of a partner ship with TikTok to produce an exclusive weekly show just for the upstart social media network. In the announcement, the UFC states the new show will be centered on their upcoming weekly fight card, including coverage of the weigh-ins, press conferences, behind-the-scenes footage, and a variety of other content. .@UFC to Produce Weekly Live Show on TikTok in groundbreaking sports content partnership.
Bellator Announces Official Rankings With Media Panel
Bellator MMA has announced they will start using an official ranking system based on media rankings, similar to the one used by the UFC, they announced in a press release Friday. The company has long eschewed the UFC's ranking system, but with this announcement, they are continuing the major changes going on within the company, including free agency moves, as well as a contract with prestige cable channel Showtime. .@BellatorMMA has launched its official rankings.
PFL Announces New Round Of Financing
The Professional Fighters League has announced the completion of an additional round of financing, with a round of financing of $65 million dollars being invested. In advance of their spring return, the company has announced a new round of financing bringing their total investment up to a total of $175 million dollars. The announcement comes in advance of their spring return, slated for early April.
Hasbro Drops Gina Carano's Action Figure From The Mandalorian
In the continuing fallout from her controversial social media posts, Gina Carano has pulled future production runs of her Hasbro toys. The former Strikeforce fighter was fired from her role on The Mandalorian after her tweets comparing conservatives to the treatment of Jews during the Holocaust, and the effects of it continue to be rolled out. Hasbro, has issued a statement saying that while the initial run of toys sold out, they will no longer be producing anymore going forward.
UFC 258 Medical Suspensions: Kamaru Usman Possibly Out 6 Months
Following the conclusion of UFC 258, we have the medical outcome and the suspensions that the fighters are facing. While the fighters can be out for the entire duration of the medical suspension, these suspensions can frequently be reduced if they are cleared medically prior. Take a look below at the medical suspensions, per MMA Fighting Kamaru Usman needs right foot x-rayed – if positive, then must be cleared by orthopedic or sports doctor or no contest until Aug.
Graphic Photo: Brian Kelleher Suffers Brutal Cut At UFC 258
After his fight against Ricky Simon at UFC 258, Brian Kelleher has posted an extremely graphic photo of the cut to his forehead. Kelleher took to Twitter to show his followers the effects of his recent fight, noting he suffered "Scar too deep for a bandaid situation. Kelleher suffered the cut during his extremely one-sided decision loss to Simon at UFC 258.
UFC 258 Video Highlights: Kamaru Usman KOs Gilbert Burns In Three-Round War
In a record-setting performance, Kamaru Usman turned away the challenge of his former teammate Gilbert Burns via impressive TKO in the second round, check all the highlights below. Kamaru Usman def Gilbert Burns via TKO (Punches) - Rd 3 0:34 After weathering an early storm from challenger Gilbert Burns, Kamaru Usman showed off a completely transformed style, and rallied to stop his former teammate in the 3rd round.
UFC 258 Main Card Video Highlights: Alexa Grasso Outlasts Maycee Barber In Action Fight
The prelims of UFC 258 featured an action flyweight fight between Maycee Barber and Alexa Grasso, and a middleweight fight with Kelvin Gastelum getting his hand raised. Alexa Grasso def Maycee Barber via Unanimous Decision - (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Alexa Grasso came out and fought disciplined and technically especially in the first two rounds where she got off to an early lead, and held on to get the win against Maycee Barber who was returning from an extended injury layoff.
UFC 258 Prelims Video Highlights: Anthony Hernandez Submits 7-Time Jiu-Jitsu Champ
In a prelim card lacking names, it showed off a variety of action, and featured incredibly slick submissions from Polyana Viana and Anthony Hernandez, see that and the rest of the highlights below Anthony Hernandez def Rodolfo Vieira via submission Anthony Hernandez came into his fight vs Rodolfo Vieira as a massive underdog, and after weathering some difficult positions early on, and letting Vieira burn himself out.
Frankie Edgar Loses Memory After KO Loss to Cory Sandhagen, More News | Fightful Fix Roundup
After his shocking knockout at UFC Vegas 18, Frankie Edgar discusses losing long stretches of memory, all that and all the hype in advance of UFC 258 on Saturdary are included in your Fightful Fix for Friday.
UFC 258 Betting Odds: Kamaru Usman More Than 2-1 Favorite vs. Gilbert Burns
UFC 258 takes place from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada this coming Saturday, and in advance of it, BetOnline.ag has released their full odds for the card, including Kamaru Usman being a reasonable favorite against challenger Gilbert Burns.
Video: UFC 258 Embedded | Episode 3
UFC 258 Embedded follows UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and top challenger Gilbert Burns as they prepare for their showdown at UFC 258. UFC 258 Embedded Episode 3 synopsis (via UFC's YouTube): Kamaru Usman compares himself to another UFC champion. Ian Heinisch finds an outdoor oasis in Denver. Kelvin Gastelum reflects on meeting Kobe Bryant. Title challenger Gilbert Burns arrives in Las Vegas, as do opponents Alexa Grasso and Maycee Barber.
Joe Rogan Returns To Commentary Booth For UFC 258
After an extended layoff to begin 2021, Joe Rogan will return to the UFC broadcast booth at UFC 258. Since he did not accompany the company on their second trip to Fight Island in Abu Dhabi in January, UFC 257 was a rare PPV the company put on that Rogan was not in his customary color commentary role. After the brief change, UFC 258 will return to the usual commentary booth of Rogan accompanied by Jon Anik, and Daniel Cormier.
Video: UFC 258 Embedded | Episode 4
UFC Embedded 58 follows welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and top challenger Gilbert Burns as they prepare for their showdown at UFC 258. UFC 258 Embedded Episode 3 synopsis (via UFC's YouTube):Maycee Barber hits mitts with her brother and coach. Kelvin Gastelum, Alexa Grasso, Gilbert Burns and Kamaru Usman attend a socially-distanced media day. Gastelum gets psyched when he steps inside the Octagon, and Barber takes her time giving autographs.
Alexander Volkov Leaves Alistair Overeem A Bloody Mess: UFC Vegas 18 Video Highlights
In the main event of UFC Vegas 18, Alexander Volkov put a stop to Alistair Overeem's late carer championship push — watch the video highlights below. Alexander Volkov def. Alistair Overeem via TKO (Punches) - 2:06 Rd. 2 Russian Alexander Volkov firmly closed the door on Alistair Overeem's campaign for a UFC title fight with a second-round TKO after a vicious series of combo punches that dropped Overeem halfway through the second frame. It was game over for "The Reem".
Cory Sandhagen Sleeps Frankie Edgar With Scary Flying Knee: UFC Vegas 18 Main Card Video Highlights
In the co-main event of UFC Vegas 18, Cory Sandhagen put Frankie Edgar to sleep with a brutal flying knee — check out the main card video highlights below. Cory Sandhagen def. Frankie Edgar TKO (Flying Knee) - 0:28 Rd. 1 Cody Sandhagen firmly established himself as the next in line for the bantamweight title with an absolutely vicious flying knee knockout of legendary former UFC champion Frankie Edgar in less than 30 seconds of the very first round.
Devonte Smith Causes Ugly Eye Injury For Stoppage Win: UFC Vegas 18 Prelims Video Highlights
The prelims for UFC Vegas 18 were book-ended by stoppage victories by first Ode Osbourne, and closed out by Devonte Smith in the featured prelims — watch Saturday's prelims video highlights here. Devonte Smith def.
Stephen A Smith Rants About Not Liking Women Fighting, More News | Fightful Fix Roundup
In a strange tangent, Stephen A. Smith has declared his dislike for women fighting, plus Nate Diaz calls for a In a strange tangent, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has declared his distaste for female fights Stephen A Smith Sounds Off On His Dislike Of Women Fighting ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has made his feelings known about not liking women being allowed tofight.
Georges St-Pierre Training For Khabib Nurmagomedov Fight According To Kenny Florian
MMA Legend Georges St. Pierre may be preparing for a fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov, according to former UFC fighter and current broadcaster Kenny Florian. It's been thought that the only fight that would draw Nurmagomedov out of retirement was a superfight with the longtime welterweight champion St. Pierre, and according to Florian the French Canadian elder statesman may be preparing for just that fight.
Justin Gaethje Blames Dana White For Messy Lightweight Division
UFC lightweight contender Justin Gaethje sounded off on UFC president Dana White, blaming him for the messy situation now facing the lightweight division. With current UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retired and the company seemingly unwilling to strip him of the title, Gaethje expressed dismay at the situation facing the division, and placed the blame firmly on his boss's shoulders.
Gilbert Burns Calls Out Entire Division, More News | Fightful Fix Roundup
Gilbert Burns sprays the blood challenging other welterweight contenders, Matt Brown isn't going to be retiring, and much more in your Fightful Fix Roundup Gilbert Burns Calls Out Entire Welterweight Division In advance of his UFC welterweight title shot at UFC 258 next month, Gilbert Burns is looking ahead to winning the belt and inviting the rest of the division to beat him if they can.
Wild Brawl Erupts At KSW 58, More News | Social Media Roundp
A wild brawl erupted today at KSW 58 in Poland, and Khabib Nurmagomedov gets an offer to play soccer — this and much more on Saturday's social media roundup. Wild Brawl Erupts Post-Fight At KSW 58 Today at KSW 58 in Lodz, Poland, a wild brawl erupted after the fight between Shamil Musaev and Uroš Jurišič leading to a picture-perfect technical takedown from Musaev The final takedown.
Megan Anderson Responds To "Digusting Behavior" By Sean O'Malley And Casey Kenney
UFC featherweight contender Megan Anderson has responded to misogynistic comments she has referred to as "disgusting behavior" made by UFC bantamweights Sean O'Malley and Casey Kenney. In an episode of his podcast the "Timbo Sugarshow", O'Malley made comments as to whether he'd be interested in carnal relations with Anderson, with who he'll share the card at UFC 259.
Michael Bisping Calls Dillon Danis, Ben Askren and Jake Paul A "Disgrace To The Sweet Science"
Michael Bisping has offered his thoughts on the prospective boxing match between Jake Paul and Ben Askren, A YouTuber, a wrestler and a jujitsu guy talking big about boxing is an insult to the sweet science. https://t.co/6xCAbFx2yx — michael (@bisping) January 27, 2021 Fightful has all of your MMA needs covered. Follow us on Twitter for updates, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive interviews, lists, news updates and predictions. From The Web
Report: UFC 257 Sold 1.6 million PPV Buys
The return of Conor McGregor seems to have led to a massive PPV success for UFC 257, based on reports that it eclipsed 1.6 Million buys world-wide. UFC 257 was bought by 1.2 million Americans and an additional 400 thousand around the world, based on a report by John Ourand of Sports Business Journal. ESPN+ registered around 1.2 million PPV buys for Saturday's UFC 257, sources say.
UFC 257 Betting Odds: Conor McGregor, Dan Hooker Favorites
UFC 257 takes place Saturday night from Fight Island in Abu Dhabi, and in advance of that the odds have Conor McGregor as a wide favorite in the exciting rematch against Dustin Poirier. BetOnline has released odds for the entire UFC 257 card from McGregor v.
Colby Covington Blames Loss To Kamaru Usman On Brexit, Anti-Trump Bias
Colby Covington is blaming his loss to champion Kamaru Usman on the anti-Brexit bias of referee Marc Goddard. UFC welterweight contender Covington put a political twist on his fifth-round stoppage loss to Usman in the main event of UFC 245. He accused Goddard of foul play in a new interview with the Charlie Kirk podcast.
Pros React To Michael Chiesa's Dominate Win Over Neil Magny At UFC Fight Island 8
Fighters from around the world react to Michael Chiesa's one-sided win over Neil Magny at UFC Fight Island 8. UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz and Chiesa's former opponent Kevin Lee are among thsoe who chimed in. Take a look below.
UFC Fight Island 8 Bonuses: Mike Davis vs. Mason Jones Earns Fight Of The Night
Four fighters have left UFC Fight Island 8 a little richer, including very-deserving Fight of the Night recipients Mike Davis and Mason Jones. Davis and Jones engaged in a back and forth war in their lightweight bout that saw Davis emerge with the unanimous victory. It's especially nice to see a bonus being handed out to a fighter making their UFC debut, as that additional revenue can make all the difference in their calibre of training going forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov Insists "I Don't Have Plans For UFC In The Near Future"
UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to have contradicted what Dana White claimed about his future in a recent interview with Russian outlet Sport24. Nurmagomedov was on Fight Island to corner and support his cousin Umar Nurmagomedov, and was caught up and offered a few quotes about his potential future. “I have achieved almost everything in this sport and there isn’t someone I would like to fight now,” Nurmagomedov said in Russian.
Michael Chiesa Calls Out Colby Covington: "Election Is Over!"
Michael Chiesa has called for a fight against out-spoken bad boy Colby Covington at UFC Fight Island 8 after disposing of Neil Magny. Coming off a dominating shutout victory, Chiesa made the most of his opportunity on the microphone by keeping things short and sweet. "The Maverick" also called out Covington last year.
Report: Conor McGregor Sued For Millions By Woman Claiming Personal Injury
Conor McGregor has been named as the defendant in a multi-million dollar personal injury lawsuit, back in his home country of Ireland, in advance of his return to the Octagon at UFC 257 on Saturday. Dave Coleman, the lawyer for the plaintiff, told ESPN the alleged incident took place in 2018, and Coleman noted that the woman's mother has also filed a smaller suit related to the incident. Beyond that, he refused to comment on issues that were before the court.
Jon Jones Shoots Wild Boar From Helicopter, Responds To Backlash
Jon Jones has posted a video on his Instagram of him hunting boar via a helicopter, which has earned him some backlash, to which Jones has responded as only he can. Newly beefed up UFC heavyweight Jon Jones went hunting over the weekend with members of the Operational Defense Institute, including Medal of Honor winner Patrick Payne, and others.
Dan Hooker Doesn't Want To Be Victim Of "Who The Fook Is That Guy" At Presser With Conor McGregor
Dan Hooker hopes to avoid being the victim of another viral Conor McGregor moment when he shares the stage at the press conference for next weekend's UFC 257 card. Hooker noted he was looking forward to the added spotlight that comes when sharing the stage with a personality as large as McGregor, when interviewed by MMA Junkie's Mike Bohn in Abu Dhabi.
Conor McGregor Laughs At Max Holloway At UFC Fight Island 7, More News | Social Media Roundup
Conor McGregor laughs off Max Holloway's claim, Santiago Ponzinibbio and Matt Brown react to losses at UFC Fight Island 7, and more — this is your social media roundup. Conor McGregor Derisively Laughs At Max Holloway's Claim Of Being Best Boxer In MMA Conor McGregor has responded via Twitter to the claim Max Holloway made in the 5th round of his fight vs. Calvin Kattar by laughing dismissively, presumably thinking he is indeed the best boxer.
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