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Ilia Topuria excited for brother, Aleksandre's, UFC debut: "People will enjoy his fights"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
UFC Featherweight Champion, Ilia Topuria, believes his own brother could potentially be a better fighter than him. Topuria’s older brother, Aleksandre, has signed with UFC and no one is a bigger supporter than “El Matador.” At this time, an opponent and date have not been revealed for Aleksandre’s UFC debut.
Alex Pereira wonders if Israel Adesanya was injured in loss to Dricus du Plessis
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Alex Pereira, wonders if Israel Adesanya fought Dricus du Plessis with an injury. Adesanya challenged du Plessis for the UFC Middleweight Championship in Perth, Australia in the UFC 305 headliner. The two had an exciting title fight that went to the championship rounds.
Wang Cong sends warning to Valentina Shevchenko: "My striking is better than her"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
An old foe of Valentina Shevchenko, Wang Cong, believes she will have “Bullet’s” number in MMA competition as well. Cong had some buzz going into her UFC debut in Las Vegas this past Saturday. Cong has a decision victory over Shevchenko in kickboxing from 2015. Fans got a glimpse of just how good Cong’s striking is, as she knocked Victoria Leonardo out cold in just over one minute.
Matt Brown says Michael Chandler will regret waiting for Conor McGregor
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
Former UFC veteran Matt Brown thinks Michael Chandler will ultimately realize it was a mistake to wait for Conor McGregor. Chandler has been dead set on getting a lucrative scrap with the “Notorious” one. The two were expected to collide at UFC 303 back in late June, but McGregor was forced to pull out of the matchup due to an injury.
Caio Borralho calls for meeting with UFC CEO Dana White following win over Jared Cannonier
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
Following a statement-making victory over a tough veteran in Jared Cannonier, Caio Borralho wants to have a discussion with UFC CEO Dana White. Borralho shared the Octagon with Cannonier in the main event of UFC Vegas 96. It was a big chance for Borralho to break through as a new contender in the middleweight division. The rising Brazilian made the most of his opportunity, nearly finishing “The Killa Gorilla” en route to a unanimous decision victory.
UFC Vegas 96 Bonus Report: Michael Morales one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
The Octagon returned to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 96 event, a 12-bout fight card headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho. The highly anticipated middleweight main event proved to be a coming out party for Caio Borralho. ‘The Natural’ was able to hurt Jared Cannonier on a number of occasions during their twenty-five-minute contest, even dropping ‘Tha Killa Gorilla’ in the fifth and final round (see that here). Despite the late onslaught, Jared Cannonier showed his toughness and durability as he was able to survive to hear the final horn.
Pros react after Caio Borralho defeats Jared Cannonier at UFC Vegas 96
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 96 event was headlined by a highly anticipated middleweight bout between Jared Cannonier and Caio Borralho. Cannonier (17-8 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a TKO loss to Nassourdine Imavov in his most previous effort at June’s UFC Louisville event. That setback had snapped a two-fight winning streak for ‘Tha Killa Gorilla’, who had previously earned wins over Marvin Vettori and Sean Strickland respectively.
UFC Vegas 96 Results: Caio Borralho defeats Jared Cannonier (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 96 results, including the main event between Jared Cannonier and Caio Borralho. Cannonier (17-8 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a TKO loss to Nassourdine Imavov in his most recent effort at June’s UFC Louisville event. That setback snapped a two-fight winning streak for ‘Tha Killa Gorilla’, who had previously earned wins over Marvin Vettori and Sean Strickland respectively.
UFC Vegas 96 Results: Gerald Meerschaert stops Edmen Shahbazyan (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 96 results, including the middleweight bout between Edmen Shahbazyan and Gerald Meerschaert. Shahbazyan (13-5 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a knockout win over A.J. Dobson at UFC Vegas 89 this past March. The 26-year-old has gone 2-4 over his past six Octagon appearances, with his lone other victory coming against Dalcha Lungiambula in December of 2022.
Alex Pereira responds to accusations that he is ducking Magomed Ankalaev: "I’m not scared of anyone"
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has responded to the critics suggesting he is ducking top contender Magomed Ankalaev. After Pereira (11-2 MMA) successfully defended the 205lbs title for a second time at UFC 303 against Jiri Prochazka, most believed that his next challenger would come in the form of Ankalaev (18-1-1 MMA).
UFC Vegas 96 loses featherweight fight minutes before opening broadcast
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
UFC Vegas 96 is down to a total of 11 bouts following the cancelation of a featherweight contest between Zygimantas Ramaska and Nathan Fletcher. Ramaska (9-2 MMA) and Fletcher (8-1 MMA) was supposed to serve as the second bout of tonight’s televised prelims on ESPN+. Unfortunately for fight fans, the bout has been canceled due to an undisclosed medical issue on Fletcher’s part.
UFC Vegas 96: 'Cannonier vs. Borralho' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 96 event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho. Cannonier (17-7 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a TKO loss to Nassourdine Imavov in his most recent effort at June’s UFC Louisville event. That setback snapped a two-fight winning streak for ‘Tha Killa Gorilla’, who had previously earned wins over Marvin Vettori and Sean Strickland respectively.
Muhammad Mokaev finds a new home after nasty split with the UFC
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
Muhammad Mokaev has found a new home following his nasty split with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Mokaev (13-0 MMA) fought out his contract at last month’s UFC 304 event in Manchester, scoring a lackluster decision win over Manel Kape.
Ronda Rousey issues apology for the "most regrettable decision" of her life
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey has delivered a heartfelt apology for sharing a Sandy Hook conspiracy video eleven years ago. Prior to her title fight with Liz Carmouche at UFC 157 in February of 2013, Ronda Rousey shared a video on Twitter (now X) that questioned the legitimacy of the school shooting at Sandy Hook which left 20 children and 6 adults dead.
Spoiler Alert! Khalil Rountree Jr. will "walk through" Alex Pereira at UFC 307
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
Khalil Rountree Jr. is going to shock a lot of people this October when he “walks through” Alex Pereira at UFC 307. That’s according to former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen, who believes ‘Poatan’ is tailor made for ‘The War Horse’.
Gilbert Burns can't wait for opponent as long as Michael Chandler has waited for Conor McGregor: "I would've moved on a long time ago"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 23, 2024
Gilbert Burns says waiting for a fight as long as Michael Chandler has been on standby for Conor McGregor simply wouldn’t work for him. McGregor vs. Chandler was scheduled to take place at UFC 303 back in late June, but the “Notorious” was removed from the initial target date due to an injury. Some have been questioning if the bout will ever happen despite the wait time Chandler has had to endure.
Paddy Pimblett expresses interest in future fight with UFC 305 winner Dan Hooker: “Could be a nice fight for me”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 23, 2024
Paddy Pimblett has an eye on Dan Hooker as a potential opponent following “The Hangman’s” gritty UFC 305 win. Pimblett was keeping a close eye on Hooker’s showdown with Mateusz Gamrot. The barn burner earned “Fight of the Night” honors for both men. Ultimately, it was Hooker who pulled off the split decision victory in a fight that had many MMA fans divided on a winner, but the excitement of the lightweight clash was never in question.
Ilia Topuria says he could beat Max Holloway and Sean O’Malley in the same night: “They both suck”
Harry Kettle - August 23, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria believes he could defeat Max Holloway and Sean O’Malley on the same night. After knocking out Alexander Volkanovski, Ilia Topuria has been on top of the world. He has a new celebrity status, he’s the featherweight king, and he’s ready for the next step in his career. That next step will come in the form of him defending the crown against Max Holloway.