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Brandon Moreno says recent MMA hiatus has him “very motivated” to fight at UFC Edmonton: “I find myself in a really good moment”
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
Brandon Moreno believes his recent MMA hiatus has left him feeling motivated ahead of his return at UFC Edmonton. For the longest time, Brandon Moreno was one of the top dogs at flyweight alongside Deiveson Figueiredo. Now, however, following two losses on the bounce, the Mexican sensation is in need of a big win to get back in the title picture. At UFC Edmonton later this year, he’ll try to get that win when he battles Amir Albazi.
Video | Khabib Nurmagomedov chokes Umar Nurmagomedov while coaching cousin Usman at Bellator San Diego
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
Khabib Nurmagomedov started choking Umar Nurmagomedov, seemingly out of anxiety, while watching Usman Nurmagomedov compete last week. Last week, Usman Nurmagomedov defeated Alexander Shabliy with a dominant unanimous decision triumph to successfully retain his Bellator lightweight championship. It was a really solid display and in his corner, he had Umar Nurmagomedov and the great Khabib Nurmagomedov there to guide him through the contest.
Sean O’Malley vows to KO “sloppy” Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306: “This fight is going to end brutal”
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
Sean O’Malley has vowed to knock Merab Dvalishvili out this weekend in their UFC 306 main event at the Sphere. This weekend, the Ultimate Fighting Championship heads to the Sphere in Las Vegas for the first time. As part of the event, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili in what promises to be a blockbuster showdown.
Dana White isn’t sure that The Sphere will work well for UFC 306 fights: “We won’t know until it’s over”
Harry Kettle - September 9, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has admitted that he doesn’t know how well the fights will work at the Sphere. It’s safe to say that the Ultimate Fighting Championship has put a lot of time and energy into their debut event at the Sphere. They’ve put so much into it, in fact, that there’s a chance it’ll be the only time they ever put on a show there.
Robert Whittaker spars with boxing champion Jai Opetaia: "He’s one of the best in the world"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is in awe after sparring with IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia. Whittaker and Opetaia have pivotal matchups coming up in their respective combat sports. “The Reaper” will be taking on Khamzat Chimaev on October 26th. Just two weeks earlier, Opetaia will be putting his boxing gold at stake against Jack Massey on October 12.
Usman Nurmagomedov wants to prove Khabib Nurmagomedov right: "I am the future"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov believes he is the future of MMA. Nurmagomedov put his 155-pound hardware at stake against Alexandr Shabliy in the main event of Bellator Champions Series 4 this past Saturday. The Dagestan bruiser earned a unanimous decision win to maintain his hold on the gold and improve his pro MMA record to 18-0, 1 NC.
Sean O’Malley shares theory on friendship between Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley isn’t so sure that Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili are the friends they say they are. O’Malley is set to put his gold at stake against Dvalishvili in the main event of UFC 306. O’Malley has already beaten Merab’s teammate, Sterling, to capture the 135-pound gold. Now, it’s Dvalishvili’s turn for a title bout.
Dana White reacts to Demetrious Johnson's retirement: "Incredible career he had"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his take on legendary MMA fighter Demetrious Johnson announcing his retirement. During the ONE Championship 168 event, Johnson announced that he is walking away from pro MMA competition. “Mighty Mouse” leaves the sport having held UFC and ONE gold. He also snagged the record for the most successful consecutive UFC title defenses.
Jorge Masvidal wants to fight former champion Leon Edwards in his UFC return: “He’s 0-1 against me. Let’s go!”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2024
Jorge Masvidal is planning to make his comeback in MMA, and he’s setting his sights on former UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. Masvidal hasn’t been inside the Octagon since 2023 when he was defeated by Gilbert Burns via unanimous decision. “Gamebred” decided to hang up his gloves, but he did end up having a boxing match against his former foe Nate Diaz, falling short via majority decision.
Sean Brady wants Ian Machado Garry or “easiest matchup in the division” Colby Covington following UFC Vegas 97
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2024
Sean Brady is interested in a showdown with Ian Machado Garry or Colby Covington for his next welterweight outing. Last night, Sean Brady picked up arguably the biggest win of his career thus far. He knocked off Gilbert Burns in a dominant decision victory, firmly cementing himself as a top contender at 170 pounds. Some were hoping that he’d get the finish, but either way, he looked really good.
Rongzhu suffered multiple facial fractures in TKO loss to Chris Padilla at UFC Vegas 97
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2024
UFC fighter Rongzhu suffered a handful of facial fractures in his brutal TKO defeat at the hands of Chris Padilla. After being released by the Ultimate Fighting Championship a few year back, Rongzhu worked hard to get back to the big dance. Through the Road to UFC showcase, he went 3-0 and earned a contract with the company once again. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a winning return last night against Chris Padilla.
Video | Lorenz Larkin stops Levan Chokheli in the first round at Bellator San Diego
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2024
Lorenz Larkin picked up a huge win over Levan Chokheli last night in their battle at Bellator San Diego. Over the course of the last 15 years, Lorenz Larkin has served as an interesting case study in mixed martial arts. For the longest time, he was viewed as someone who has the potential to be a real superstar. In equal measure, some of his appearances inside the cage didn’t quite live up to the hype.
Pros react after Sean Brady defeats Gilbert Burns at UFC Vegas 97
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 event was headlined by a key welterweight showdown between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady. Burns (22-8 MMA) entered the contest with hopes of snapping his two-fight losing skid. ‘Durinho’ was of course coming off losses to Jack Della Maddalena and Belal Muhammad in his two most previous efforts. Prior to those setbacks, Burns had put together back-t0-back victories over Jorge Masvidal and Neil Magny respectively.
UFC Vegas 97 Results: Sean Brady defeats Gilbert Burns (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 results, including the welterweight main event between Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady. Burns (22-7 MMA) will be looking to snap a two-fight losing skid when he takes to the Octagon this evening. ‘Durinho’ is coming off losses to Jack Della Maddalena and Belal Muhammad in his most recent efforts. Prior to those setbacks, Burns was coming off back-t0-back victories over Jorge Masvidal and Neil Magny respectively.
Pros react after Natalia Silva defeats Jessica Andrade at UFC Vegas 97
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 fight card was co-headlined by a key women’s flyweight bout featuring Jessica Andrade taking on Natalia Silva. Andrade (26-13 MMA) had entered the contest sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring victories over Mackenzie Dern and Marina Rodriguez in her two previous efforts. Prior to those wins, the former strawweight queen was coming off three straight defeats against opponents Erin Blanchfield, Yan Xiaonan and Tatiana Suarez.
UFC Vegas 97 Results: Natalia Silva defeats Jessica Andrade (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 results, including the co-main event between Jessica Andrade and Natalia Silva. Andrade (26-12 MMA) will enter the contest on a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring victories over Mackenzie Dern and Marina Rodriguez respectively. Prior to those wins, the former strawweight queen had suffered three straight defeats against opponents Erin Blanchfield, Yan Xiaonan and Tatiana Suarez.
Video | Khamzat Chimaev defeats Luke Rockhold in friendly BJJ match
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Pro fighters react after MMA legend Demetrious Johnson announces his retirement
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
Several pro fighters took to social media to congratulate MMA legend Demetrious Johnson on his retirement from combat sports. Johnson (25-4-1 MMA) announced his retirement during the main card of Friday night’s ONE 168 event in Denver, Colorado.
UFC Vegas 97: 'Burns vs. Brady' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - September 7, 2024
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 97 event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady. Burns (22-7 MMA) will be looking to snap a two-fight losing skid when he takes to the Octagon this evening. ‘Durinho’ is coming off losses to Jack Della Maddalena and Belal Muhammad in his most recent efforts. Prior to those setbacks, Burns was coming off back-t0-back victories over Jorge Masvidal and Neil Magny respectively.