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Conor McGregor takes shot at Rafael dos Anjos after UFC Rochester
Tom Taylor - May 19, 2019
Last night, the UFC returned to our screens with the UFC Rochester card. In the main event of this card, former UFC lightweight champ Rafael dos Anjos defeated Kevin Lee by submission— and as is so often the case, long-absent star Conor McGregor had something to say about it on Twitter. Conor McGregor was briefly scheduled to fight Rafael dos Anjos in 2016. At the time, the Irishman was the UFC featherweight champion, and dos Anjos still held the lightweight title. Unfortunately, dos Anjos was forced out of their planned contest with a foot injury at the last minute. McGregor then accepted a short-notice fight with Nate Diaz — and lost — kickstarting his wild rivalry with Stockton based fighter.
Kevin Lee issues statement after submission loss to Rafael dos Anjos
Tom Taylor - May 19, 2019
When Kevin Lee moved up to the welterweight division to fight Rafael dos Anjos in the main event of UFC Rochester, his hope was to separate himself from a tough lightweight loss to Al Iaquinta and simultaneously assert himself as a top welterweight contender. Unfortunately, his mission did not go as planned, as he was submitted by dos Anjos in the fourth round of the UFC Rochester main event.
Rafael dos Anjos was 'under a lot of pressure' before Kevin Lee victory
Tom Taylor - May 19, 2019
On Saturday night, in the main event of UFC Rochester, former UFC lightweight champ Rafael dos Anjos corrected a two-fight losing streak, submitting Kevin Lee in a welterweight contender bout. Dos Anjos has never lost more than two fights in a row, so the pressure was high heading into this fight. To say he’s relieved to have returned to winning ways would be a bit of an understatement.
Pros react to Rafael dos Anjos stopping Kevin Lee at UFC Rochester
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
A welterweight bout between former lightweight fighters Rafael dos Anjos and Kevin Lee headlined tonight’s UFC Rochester event. The former UFC lightweight champion, Dos Anjos, entered tonight’s contest looking to rebound, this after dropping back-to-back decision losses to Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman in his most recent octagon appearances.
Sage Northcutt Reacts to ONE Championship Knockout Loss
Nolan King - May 18, 2019
Friday morning was a rough one for former UFC fighter Sage Northcutt. In his promotional debut, the popular middleweight was brutally knocked out at ONE Championship: Enter The Dragon. Facing off against Cosmo Alexandre, Northcutt ate a vicious punch just seconds into the fight.
UFC Rochester Results: Ian Heinisch defeats Antonio Carlos Junior
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
A middleweight bout between Antonio Carlos Junior and Ian Heinisch served as the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC Rochester event. Antonio Carlos Junior (10-2 MMA) enters tonight’s contest on a five-fight winning streak, his latest being a submission victory over Tim Boetsch. The Brazilian black belt has scored four submission wins over his past five octagon appearances.
UFC Rochester Results: Felicia Spencer submits Megan Anderson in Round 1 (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
A key women’s featherweight bout between former Invicta FC champions Megan Anderson and Felicia Spencer took place on the main card of tonight’s UFC Rochester event. Megan Anderson (9-3 MMA) for the first time since December’s UFC 232 event in Los Angeles, where she scored a bizarre TKO victory over Cat Zingano.
Pros react to Charles Oliveira stopping Nik Lentz at UFC Rochester
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
A lightweight scrap between Charles Oliveira and Nik Lentz took place on the main card of tonight’s UFC Rochester event. Tonight’s bout marked the third time that Lentz and Oliveira have collided inside the octagon.
UFC Rochester Results: Aspen Ladd defeats Sijara Eubanks (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
A key women’s bantamweight fight between Aspen Ladd and Sijara Eubanks served as the featured bout of tonight’s UFC Rochester prelims. Tonight’s contest will serve as a rematch, as Ladd and Eubanks originally collided under the Invicta banner in January of 2017, with Aspen emerging victorious by way of unanimous decision.
VIDEO | Arnold Schwarzenegger attacked from behind at event in South Africa
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
An unknown man assaulted Hollywood Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger during a public appearance in South Africa on Saturday. The incident occurred while the former California Governor, Schwarzenegger, was attempting to film children at a sporting event in Johannesburg.
Khabib Nurmagomedov fighting at UFC 242 could hinge on Wednesday's NSAC meeting
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
The octagon will return to Abu Dhabi on September 7 for UFC 242, and a lightweight title unification bout between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier is expected to headline the card. With that said, Khabib’s willingness to participate on the Abu Dhabi fight card could hinge on the upcoming Nevada State Athletic Commisssion meeting set for May 22.
Amanda Nunes and Tyron Woodley share nice exchange after 9 years of friendship
Thomas Taylor - May 18, 2019
Tyron Woodley and Amanda Nunes have been friends for 9 years. The former UFC welterweight champ and current UFC bantamweight and featherweight champ first met each other during their days as Strikeforce fighters, and got close during their time as stablemates at American Top Team in Florida. The pair opened up on their close friendship on Twitter over the weekend.
Darren Till and Tyson Fury dish on recent meeting
Thomas Taylor - May 18, 2019
UFC welterweight contender Darren Till recently had the chance to meet one of his personal heroes in heavyweight boxing star Tyson Fury. Till and Fury crossed paths in England and posed for a picture together, which the former shared on his Instagram page.
Rafael dos Anjos says there is only one fight that would bring him back to lightweight
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
Rafael dos Anjos will return to the octagon in the headliner of tonight’s UFC event in Rochester for a welterweight contest with Kevin Lee. The former lightweight champion, ‘RDA’, has gone 3-2 since joining the promotions 170-pound ranks in June of 2017.
Jon Jones responds to ‘roider’ comments from Thiago Santos
Chris Taylor - May 17, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones will put his title on the line in the main event of UFC 239 against surging division contender Thiago Santos. Santos recently made headlines when he trashed Jones suggesting he would be remembered as a ‘roider’ and a ‘drunk’.
UFC 239 | Thiago Santos rips ‘roider’ Jon Jones
Christopher Taylor - May 17, 2019
Surging UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos will challenge current division champ Jon Jones in the headliner of July’s UFC 239 event. The Brazilian knockout artist, Santos (21-6 MMA), is riding an impressive four fight win streak which includes finishes of Jan Blachowicz, Jimi Manuwa and Erik Anders respectively.
Jon Jones eyes three more light heavyweight fights
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2019
Jon Jones is set to once again defend his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 239 when he takes on Thiago Santos. “Bones” is coming off of a decision win at UFC 235 over Anthony Smith to defend his title. There is no question the Brazilian will be a tough fight for Jones. Santos has tremendous knockout power, which he has showcased since making the move up to light heavyweight.
Reasons to watch UFC on ESPN+ 10
Mike Straus - May 17, 2019
The Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, New York will house the action for this weekend’s UFC on ESPN+ 10. Let’s take a look at some of the more compelling reasons to tune in. The 13 fight card will culminate with a pair of lightweight fighters that have since made the move to 170 pounds. Moreover, the winner of Rafael dos Anjos and Kevin Lee will find themselves in prime position moving forward in the welterweight division.