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Marlon Vera speaks out on UFC Abu Dhabi loss to Deiveson Figueiredo: "I failed myself"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 4, 2024
Marlon “Chito” Vera has issued a statement after falling short in his bout with former UFC Flyweight Champion, Deveison Figueiredo. Vera vs. “Figgy” went the distance and when the score totals were read, Figueiredo was announced as the winner via unanimous decision. It was a big opportunity for “Chito” to get back in the 135-pound title mix, but it wasn’t meant to be.
Cory Sandhagen issues statement following UFC Abu Dhabi loss to Umar Nurmagomedov: "Tough sport"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - 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.
Umar Nurmagomedov critiques his performance against Cory Sandhagen at UFC Abu Dhabi: "I'm not happy"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 4, 2024
Umar Nurmagomedov feels he didn’t perform up to his standards against Cory Sandhagen despite a victory to close UFC Abu Dhabi. Nurmagomedov vs. Sandhagen was a pivotal clash in the bantamweight division. Each fighter knew that a win could catapult them to a 135-pound title shot.
Sean O'Malley plans to use Umar Nurmagomedov as stepping stone to Conor McGregor UFC fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 4, 2024
UFC Bantamweight Champion Sean O’Malley believes a win over Umar Nurmagomedov could lead him to a showdown with Conor McGregor. O’Malley reacted to Nurmagomedov’s unanimous decision victory over Cory Sandhagen in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi. Umar’s pro MMA record is now 18-0.
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 Results: Sharabutdin Magomedov defeats Michał Oleksiejczuk (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC Abu Dhabi results, including the co-main event between Sharabutdin Magomedov and Michał Oleksiejczuk. Magomedov (14-0 MMA) was most previously seen in action this past June in Saudi Arabia where he scored a third-round TKO victory over Antonio Trócoli.
Pros react after Deiveson Figueiredo defeats Marlon Vera at UFC Abu Dhabi
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
Today’s UFC Abu Dhabi event featured a high stakes men’s bantamweight bout between Deiveson Figueiredo and Marlon Vera. Vera (23-10-1 MMA) was returning to the Octagon for the first time since suffering a unanimous decision loss to Sean O’Malley in a fight for the promotion’s bantamweight title at UFC 299. Prior to that setback, ‘Chito’ had earned a unanimous decision win over Pedro Munhoz.
Pros react after Michael Chiesa submits Tony Ferguson at UFC Abu Dhabi
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
Today’s UFC Abu Dhabi event featured a highly anticipated welterweight bout between Tony Ferguson and Michael Chiesa. Ferguson (25-11 MMA) was looking to earn his first win since June of 2019 when he took to the cage this afternoon. ‘El Cucuy’ had lost his previous seven fights in a row, his most previous defeat coming against Paddy Pimblett at UFC 296 this past December.
UFC Abu Dhabi Results: Michael Chiesa stops Tony Ferguson in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC Abu Dhabi results, including the welterweight bout between Michael Chiesa and Tony Ferguson. Chiesa (16-7 MMA) will enter today’s contest with hopes of snapping a three-fight losing skid. ‘Maverick’ most recently competed inside of the Octagon thirteen months ago at UFC 291, where he suffered a submission loss to Kevin Holland.
UFC Abu Dhabi Results: Mackenzie Dern defeats Loopy Godinez (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2024
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC Abu Dhabi results, including the women’s strawweight bout between Mackenzie Dern and Loopy Godinez. Dern (13-5 MMA) will enter today’s contest with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. The BJJ ace is coming off losses to Jessica Andrade and Amanda Lemos in her two previous Octagon appearances.
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.
PFL president confirms they aren't interested in signing Muhammad Mokaev
Harry Kettle - August 3, 2024
PFL president Ray Sefo has explained why the promotion isn’t interested in signing former UFC fighter Muhammad Mokaev. Last weekend, Muhammad Mokaev managed to defeat Manel Kape in a tight flyweight collision at UFC 304. From there, the expectation was that he would go on to receive a UFC flyweight championship opportunity. Instead, though, Dana White revealed that they would not be offering him a new contract with the promotion.
Javier Mendez reveals Khabib Nurmagomedov's evolution as a coach
Harry Kettle - August 3, 2024
Javier Mendez has revealed how his student Khabib Nurmagomedov has managed to evolve as a coach in mixed martial arts. As we know, Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the greatest fighters of all time. While he may have retired four years ago, his impact on the sport of MMA can still be felt in so many different ways.
John McCarthy believes Dana White should accept blame for uneventful UFC 304
Harry Kettle - August 3, 2024
MMA analyst John McCarthy believes Dana White should accept some blame for UFC 304 not being too eventful. Last weekend, UFC 304 took place in Manchester, England. While we had some great moments from the likes of Paddy Pimblett and Tom Aspinall, there were also plenty of decisions. Many blamed the fact that the main card started at 3am local time, whereas Dana White simply wasn’t happy with the performances he saw.
Cory Sandhagen plans to "apologize" to Khabib Nurmagomedov for prevailing over cousin Umar at UFC Abu Dhabi
Curtis Calhoun - August 2, 2024
UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen is already planning on what he’ll say to Khabib Nurmagomedov after stopping Umar at UFC Abu Dhabi. Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov headline a stacked card at UFC Abu Dhabi this Saturday. The winner is next in line for a likely bantamweight title shot against the Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili winner.
Islam Makhachev interested in Max Holloway fight if 'Blessed' can get past Ilia Topuria: "Crazy fight for the fans"
Josh Evanoff - August 2, 2024
If Max Holloway can get through Ilia Topuria, he could have a shot at UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. The Russian has been out of the cage since a fifth-round submission victory over Dustin Poirier in June. That win at UFC 302 was Islam Makhachev’s second title defense, and he already began to eye a move to welterweight. However, with Belal Muhammad’s victory over Leon Edwards over the weekend, those plans were dashed.
Tony Ferguson has no plans to retire ahead of UFC Abu Dhabi return: "Where am I going to go?"
Josh Evanoff - August 2, 2024
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson has no plans to retire. ‘El Cucuy’ is currently set to make the walk tomorrow night in Abu Dhabi. Back for the first time since a unanimous decision loss to Paddy Pimblett in December, Tony Ferguson will face Michael Chiesa. Much like the former interim champion, ‘The Maverick’ has struggled as of late. Heading into UFC Abu Dhabi, Chiesa has lost three straight.