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Pros react to Jorge Masvidal knocking out Ben Askren at UFC 239
Christopher Taylor - July 6, 2019
A welterweight bout between perennial divison contenders Ben Askren and Jorge Masvial took place at tonight’s UFC 239 event in Las Vegas. ‘Funky’ was returning to action for the first time since March’s UFC 235 event, where he scored a controversial submission victory over former division kingpin Robbie Lawler.
UFC 239 Results: Jorge Masvidal KO’s Ben Askren (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2019
A key welterweight bout between perennial divison contenders Ben Askren and Jorge Masvidal took place on tonight’s UFC 239 main card from Las Vegas. ‘Funky’ was last seen in action at March’s UFC 235 event, where he scored a controversial submission victory over former division kingpin Robbie Lawler.
Pros react to Jan Blachowicz knocking out Luke Rockhold at UFC 239
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2019
A light heavyweight bout between Jan Blachowicz and former middleweight champion Luke Rockhold took place at tonight’s UFC 239 event. Luke Rockhold was returning to action for the first time since suffering a brutal knockout loss to Yoel Romero at UFC 221 in February of 2018.
UFC 239 Results: Jan Blachowicz KO’s Luke Rockhold (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2019
A light heavyweight bout between Jan Blachowicz and former middleweight champion Luke Rockhold took place at tonight’s UFC 239 event. Luke Rockhold returns to action for the first time since suffering a brutal knockout loss to Yoel Romero at UFC 221 in February of 2018.
VIDEO | Khabib Nurmagomedov and Nate Diaz forced to be separated at UFC 239
Christopher Taylor - July 6, 2019
UFC lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov is in attendance for tonight’s UFC 239 and wound up crossing paths with bitter rival Nate Diaz. ‘The Stockton Slugger’ was at T-Mobile Arena to support his longtime friend and training partner Gilbert Melendez.
UFC 239 Fighter Salaries Revealed: Jon Jones leads payroll
Christopher Taylor - July 6, 2019
As expected, Jon Jones will be paid handsomely for his UFC 239 title fight with Thiago Santos this evening. The guaranteed UFC 239 fighter salaries were revealed just moments ago by MMAJunkie’s John Morgan.
Darren Till sends classy message to Jorge Masvidal ahead of UFC 239
Adam Martin - July 6, 2019
Although Jorge Masvidal brutally knocked him out back in March in his home country of England, Darren Till apparently holds no ill will towards his opponent. Till took to social media on Saturday to wish Masvidal the best of luck in his fight against Ben Askren tonight at UFC 239.
VIDEO | Drunk fan attempts to wrestle Ben Askren before UFC 239
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2019
Undefeated welterweight Ben Askren received some practice, well sort of, from a fight fan prior to tonight’s UFC 239 fight with Jorge Masvidal. The former Bellator and ONE champion, Askren (19-0 MMA), was confronted by what appears to be a very intoxicated fight fan who had some choice words and interesting moves for ‘Funky’.
Michael Bisping thinks Thiago Santos can beat Jon Jones, but won't
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 6, 2019
Michael Bisping gives Thiago Santos a shot at beating Jon Jones, but he won’t bet the house on it. Tonight (July 6), Santos will challenge Jones for the UFC light heavyweight championship in the UFC 239 headliner. Jones is entering the second title defense of his current reign. Meanwhile, this will be “Marreta’s” first UFC title opportunity. He brings with him a four-fight winning streak, earning finishes in three of those bouts over Jan Blachowicz, Jimi Manuwa, and Eryk Anders.
Dana White says Georges St. Pierre vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov "doesn't make sense"
Adam Martin - July 6, 2019
Although MMA fans have long wanted to see a superfight between Georges St. Pierre and Khabib Nurmagomedov, it appears that UFC president Dana White isn’t a fan of the matchup. Speaking to TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter, White said that he isn’t interested in booking a potential matchup between GSP and Nurmagomedov anytime soon, even though he admits it’s a fight that both men want.
UFC 239 | Jon Jones says Daniel Cormier does not have to defeat him to secure legacy
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2019
Jon Jones will attempt to defend his light heavyweight title against Thiago Santos at tonight’s UFC 239 event, but that hasn’t stopped questions regarding a third scrap with Daniel Cormier. In a recent interview with TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter, Jon Jones was told that ‘DC’ no longer feels he needs a victory over ‘Bones’ in order to secure his legacy.
Dana White explains why John Lineker was released by the UFC
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2019
Early this week the UFC announced the shocking release of bantamweight fighter John Lineker and now Dana White has explained the promotions decision. During an interview with TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter, the brash UFC boss detailed what had occurred that led to the top ranked bantamweight receiving his walking papers.
UFC 239 Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - July 5, 2019
Jon Jones will attempt to defend his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 239 when he squares off with Thiago Santos. ‘Bones’ recaptured his light heavyweight title at December’s UFC 232 event by scoring a third round knockout victory over Alexander Gustafsson.
Daniel Cormier on Francis Ngannou: Nothing has changed
Chris Taylor - July 5, 2019
Francis Ngannou picked up another impressive knockout over Junior dos Santos last weekend, but that doesn’t seem to have impressed Daniel Cormier. The reigning UFC heavyweight champion, Cormier, recently spoke with TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter where he discussed ‘The Predator’s’ recent surge.
Dana White discusses what could prevent Tony Ferguson and Francis Ngannou title shots
Christopher Taylor - July 5, 2019
UFC President Dana White loves to use the phrase ‘anything can happen’ and that’s just how he feels about potential title shots for Tony Ferguson and Francis Ngannou. During an interview with TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter, the brash UFC boss was asked what could possibly happen that would prevent either ‘El Cucuy’ or ‘The Predator’ from being denied their respective title shots.
Chael Sonnen says Holly Holm can 'most definitely' beat Amanda Nunes
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 5, 2019
Chael Sonnen wouldn’t be surprised if Holly Holm becomes a two-time UFC women’s bantamweight champion. Tomorrow night (July 6), Holm will challenge “champ-champ” Amanda Nunes for the 135-pound gold. Nunes puts her bantamweight title on the line for the fourth time. The championship clash will serve as UFC 239‘s co-main event in Las Vegas.
Daniel Cormier opens up on a potential trilogy fight with Jon Jones
Christopher Taylor - July 5, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones will attempt to defend his title against Thiago Santos this Saturday at UFC 239, but that hasn’t stalled questions of a potential trilogy with Daniel Cormier. ‘Bones’ recently dismissed talks of a possible third fight with ‘DC’, accusing the reigning heavyweight champion of not having the balls to face him again.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shares prediction for title unification bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 242
Christopher Taylor - July 5, 2019
Undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will return to the octagon at UFC 242 for a title unification bout with interim title holder Dustin Poirier. ‘The Eagle’ has not competed since defeating Conor McGregor via fourth round submission at UFC 229 this past October. Nurmagomedov currently boasts a perfect professional record of 24-0.