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Cory Sandhagen issues statement following UFC Abu Dhabi loss to Umar Nurmagomedov: "Tough sport"
Fernando Quiles - August 4, 2024
Cory Sandhagen has spoken out after suffering his first loss since 2021 at the hands of Umar Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen’s UFC Abu Dhabi clash against Umar had high stakes. The winner would likely solidify a chance to fight for the UFC Bantamweight Championship.
Pros react after Umar Nurmagomedov defeats Cory Sandhagen at UFC Abu Dhabi
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
Today’s UFC Abu Dhabi event was headlined by a men’s bantamweight bout between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen (17-5 MMA) had entered this afternoon’s main event sporting a three-fight winning streak, his most previous being a unanimous decision victory over Rob Font 12 months ago. Prior to that victory, ‘Sandman’ had earned wins over Marlon Vera and Song Yadong respectively.
UFC Abu Dhabi Results: Umar Nurmagomedov defeats Cory Sandhagen (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC Abu Dhabi results, including the main event between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen (17-4 MMA) will enter tonight’s main event sporting a three-fight winning streak, his latest being a unanimous decision victory over Rob Font 12 months ago. Prior to that victory, ‘Sandman’ had earned wins over Marlon Vera and Song Yadong.
UFC Abu Dhabi: ‘Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
The Octagon returns to Etihad Arena for tonight’s UFC Abu Dhabi event, a 13-bout fight card headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov. Sandhagen (17-4 MMA) will enter tonight’s main event sporting a three-fight winning streak, his latest being a unanimous decision victory over Rob Font 12 months ago. Prior to that victory, ‘Sandman’ had earned wins over Marlon Vera and Song Yadong.
UFC Abu Dhabi: ‘Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov’ Weigh-in Results
Susan Cox - August 2, 2024
The UFC Abu Dhabi: ‘Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov’ Weigh-ins took place today, Friday, August 2nd. On Saturday, August 3rd UFC Abu Dhabi will take place at the Etihad Arena on ‘Fight Island’ in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Pro fighters make their picks for Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov
Cole Shelton - August 2, 2024
In the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi, a pivotal bantamweight bout goes down as Cory Sandhagen takes on Umar Nurmagomedov. Heading into the fight, Sandhagen is a sizeable +230 underdog while the undefeated fighter is a -310 favorite on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to make their picks for the bantamweight fight. The pros believe Sandhagen will be able to edge it out as they think it is too much too soon for Nurmagomedov.
Umar Nurmagomedov says he’s been promised a title shot with a win over Cory Sandhagen at UFC Abu Dhabi
Harry Kettle - July 31, 2024
Umar Nurmagomedov has reportedly been promised a title shot if he can defeat Cory Sandhagen at UFC Abu Dhabi. This weekend, Umar Nurmagomedov faces the biggest test of his career thus far. In a bout that has been in the works for a long time now, he’ll go head to head with Cory Sandhagen at bantamweight. As we know, Sandhagen has been a top contender at 135 pounds for years – and Umar is looking to make his mark.
Cory Sandhagen explains why Sean O'Malley fight will be a "tough one" for Merab Dvalishvili
Cole Shelton - July 29, 2024
Cory Sandhagen believes Merab Dvalishvili will have his hands full against Sean O’Malley. Dvalishvili is set to take on O’Malley in the main event of Noche UFC at The Sphere in September for the bantamweight title. It’s an intriguing matchup, and the opening odds have Dvalishvili as the betting favorite. However, Sandhagen thinks the matchup is not a good one for Dvalishvili as he believes O’Malley’s striking will pose a lot of problems for the Georgian.
TJ Dillashaw believes Cory Sandhagen will become UFC champion if he gets past Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC on ABC 7: “He’d beat O’Malley all day”
Harry Kettle - June 7, 2024
Former UFC fighter TJ Dillashaw believes Cory Sandhagen will go on to become UFC champion if he gets past Umar Nurmagomedov. For the longest time now, Cory Sandhagen has been viewed as a future world champion in the UFC. Of course, he’s suffered some setbacks along the way as we know – but he’s still an incredible fighter. Now, he’s set to face another tough test on his way to the top as he prepares to battle Umar Nurmagomedov.
Cory Sandhagen stays firm in his criticism of UFC bantamweight Marlon Vera: "Which improvements did you make?"
Fernando Quiles - May 19, 2024
Cory Sandhagen has doubled down on his criticism of Marlon “Chito” Vera. At UFC 299 back in March, Vera challenged Sean O’Malley for the UFC Bantamweight Championship. Things didn’t go “Chito’s” way, as O’Malley was able to pick him a part on the feet for the most part. After the fight, Sandhagen took to his YouTube channel to share his belief that Vera isn’t all that good inside the Octagon.
Cory Sandhagen on watching Max Holloway knockout his training partner Justin Gaethje: “It took my breath away in kind of a negative way”
Susan Cox - May 9, 2024
Cory Sandhagen has shared his thoughts on watching Max Holloway knockout his training partner Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. It was on April 13th, at UFC 300 that Justin Gaethje (25-5 MMA) took on Max Holloway (25-7 MMA) in a lightweight bout with the BMF belt on the line. The result was a KO victory for ‘Blessed’ with one second left in the fifth and final round.
Cory Sandhagen points to Umar Nurmagomedov's vulnerability he plans to exploit in upcoming UFC Abu Dhabi headliner
Curtis Calhoun - May 7, 2024
UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen plans to take Umar Nurmagomedov into deep waters in their upcoming five-round clash. Sandhagen and Nurmagomedov headline UFC Abu Dhabi on August 3rd. The two bantamweights will battle in a No. 1 contender bout to face the winner of the expected fight between Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili.
Cory Sandhagen explains why he likes Sean O’Malley’s chances in upcoming UFC title fight with Merab Dvalishvili: “He’s that much better of a striker”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen has explained why he likes Sean O’Malley’s chances in a title showdown with Merab Dvalishvili. Following his win over Marlon Vera at UFC 299, Sean O’Malley made it clear that he’s open to whatever challenge comes his way next. According to the man himself, the next contender for his bantamweight championship will be none other than Merab Dvalishvili.
Cory Sandhagen explains why he wants to fight Umar Nurmagomedov for five rounds
Cole Shelton - March 19, 2024
Cory Sandhagen wants to fight Umar Nurmagomedov over five rounds. Sandhagen and Nurmagomedov were scheduled to headline UFC Nashville last August, but an injury to the Dagestani native forced him out of the matchup. Since then, Sandhagen went on to defeat Rob Font. Meanwhile, Nurmagomedov picked up a win earlier this month, and after that victory, he once again called for a fight with the American.
Cory Sandhagen reacts to Marlon Vera’s performance against Sean O’Malley at UFC 299: “Had no business being in the cage”
Susan Cox - March 13, 2024
Cory Sandhagen is reacting to Marlon Vera’s performance against Sean O’Malley in the main event of UFC 299. The UFC 299 main event consisted of a bantamweight title fight rematch between current champion O’Malley (18-1 MMA) and Marlon Vera (23-9 MMA). The outcome was a unanimous decision victory or ‘Suga’.
Cory Sandhagen responds after being called out by Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Vegas 87
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2024
UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen has revealed that he’s open to a showdown with Umar Nurmagomedov. Last summer, Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov were set to meet in the Octagon. However, due to injury, Umar was forced to withdraw, with Rob Font taking his place. Sanhdagen was able to extend his win streak to three, whereas Nurmagomedov returned this past weekend. He was able to defeat Bekzat Almakhan, stretching his unbeaten record to 17-0 in the process.
Cory Sandhagen open to rebooking Umar Nurmagomedov fight as long as "he looks good" on March 2
Cole Shelton - February 22, 2024
Cory Sandhagen is open to fighting Umar Nurmagomedov his next time out. Sandhagen and Nurmagomedov were supposed to headline UFC Nashville last August, but an injury knocked the Dagestani fighter out of the fight. Sandhagen ended up getting a lopsided decision win over Rob Font on that card and hasn’t fought since. Nurmagomedov, meanwhile, is set to return to the Octagon on March 2 against UFC newcomer Bekzat Almakhan.
Cory Sandhagen hopes to use "famous guy leverage" to his advantage in 2024: "Start hanging out with rappers"
Josh Evanoff - January 31, 2024
UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen plans to get more fame this year, and then use it. ‘The Sandman’ has been out of the cage since a unanimous decision victory over Rob Font in August. While it was Cory Sandhagen’s third victory in a row, it came at a cost. In the five-round main event, he suffered a torn triceps, putting him on the shelf indefinitely. As a result, the bantamweight division has been passing him by.