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What's next for Jamahal Hill and Thiago Santos after UFC Vegas 59?
Cole Shelton - August 8, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 59, Jamahal Hill took on Thiago Santos in a pivotal light heavyweight scrap. Hill entered the fight coming off his first UFC main event where he knocked out Johnny Walker. Santos, meanwhile, suffered a decision loss to Magomed Ankalaev last time out.
Jamahal Hill wants a title shot after finishing Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC Vegas 59: “I was able to do what Jon Jones wasn’t able to do”
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
UFC light heavyweight Jamahal Hill has explained why he believes his win over Thiago Santos last weekend was so impressive. In his latest outing at the UFC Apex, Jamahal Hill faced his biggest test yet as he went head to head with Thiago Santos. The former title challenger gave Hill everything he could handle and then some but in the end, it was ‘Sweet Dreams’ who secured his third straight KO/TKO finish as he took Santos out in the fourth round of their fascinating main event showdown.
Michael Chandler questions if Dustin Poirier still considers himself one of the best in world: “We all know what going after a fight against Nate Diaz means”
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
Michael Chandler has questioned whether or not Dustin Poirier still believes he’s one of the best fighters in the world. The introduction of Michael Chandler to the UFC family has certainly been entertaining. In addition to being in four incredibly fun fights with a 2-2 record, he’s also a real ‘company man’ who doesn’t shy away from any challenge that comes his way.
Jorge Masvidal responds to Gilbert Burns, reveals the fight “that makes the most sense” for his comeback
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has given his thoughts on a potential welterweight showdown with fellow contender Gilbert Burns. While he may have enjoyed an incredible year back in 2019, things haven’t quite gone to plan for Jorge Masvidal ever since then. ‘Gamebred’ has lost three straight fights, two to Kamaru Usman for the UFC welterweight title and one to rival Colby Covington. Many have wondered whether or not he’s got what it takes to get back to the top of the 170-pound division, and most importantly, have wondered how motivated he is to do so.
Sam Alvey reveals he suffered a broken jaw from the first punch he ate at UFC Vegas 59: "I’m likely getting my mouth wired shut"
Christopher Taylor - August 7, 2022
Sam Alvey has revealed that he suffered a broken jaw “from the damn first punch” Michal Oleksiejczuk hit him with at UFC Vegas 59. Alvey (33-18-1 MMA) had entered last night’s contest sporting an eight-fight winless skid, his most previous effort resulting in a submission loss to Brendan Allen back in February. ‘Smile’n Sam’ had last tasted victory June of 2018, when he earned a split-decision victory over Gian Villante.
Vicente Luque reacts following knockout loss to Geoff Neal at UFC Vegas 59: "So you want to be a fighter?"
Christopher Taylor - August 7, 2022
Perennial welterweight contender Vicente Luque shared a photo from his hospital bed following last night’s loss to Geoff Neal at UFC Vegas 59. Luque (21-9-1 MMA) had entered Saturday’s co-main event looking to rebound, this after having his four-fight win streak snapped by Belal Muhammad in his most previous effort back in April. Prior to that setback, ‘The Silent Assassin’ was coming off four straight stoppage wins, which included finishes of Michael Chiesa and Tyron Woodley.
Julianna Pena calls for trilogy fight with Amanda Nunes: "She doesn't touch me next time"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2022
Julianna Pena wants to share the Octagon with Amanda Nunes again. Back in Dec. 2021, Pena stunned the MMA world when she submitted Nunes to become the new UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion. Their rematch played out far differently with “The Lioness” dominating a tough but clearly outmatched Pena. Nunes won the fight via unanimous decision to get the 135-pound gold back.
Charles Oliveira shares how his father reacted to him being stripped of UFC lightweight title: “My dad called me desperate, crying like a child”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2022
Charles Oliveira revealed his father’s emotional reaction to the news that he was stripped of the UFC lightweight gold. Back in May, Oliveira lost the 155-pound championship but it wasn’t due to losing a bout. At the UFC 274 weigh-ins, “do Bronx” missed weight by just half a pound. He was stripped of the gold but he ended up fighting Justin Gaethje and choked him out in the first round.
Francis Ngannou praises Mohammed Usman following his knockout victory to win TUF 30: “A new contender was born in the heavyweight division”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2022
UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou is heaping praise on the latest Ultimate Fighter winner Mohammed Usman. On the main card of UFC Vegas 59, Usman went one-on-one with Zac Pauga to determine the TUF 30 heavyweight winner. Usman ended up knocking Pauga out cold in the second round to lay claim to the label of TUF champion.
UFC Vegas 59 Bonus Report: Bryan Battle among 3 POTN winners
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
The Octagon returned to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Thiago Santos vs. Jamahal Hill. Tonight’s main event proved to be another strong showing for the highly touted Jamahal Hill. Although he had to battle some adversity, ‘Sweet Dreams’ was able to secure a finish over ‘Marreta’ in round four, this after Santos appeared to be mounting a comeback in the third frame. The win marked Hill’s eleventh career victory and fifth under the UFC banner.
Pros react after Jamahal Hill TKO's Thiago Santos at UFC Vegas 59
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 event was headlined by a key light heavyweight bout featuring Thiago Santos taking on Jamahal Hill. Santos (22-11 MMA), a former light heavyweight title challenger, had entered tonight’s headliner looking to rebound, this after suffering a decision loss to Magomed Ankalaev in his most recent effort back in March. ‘Marreta’ had gone just 1-4 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.
UFC Vegas 59 Results: Jamahal Hill TKO's Thiago Santos (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 event is headlined by a key light heavyweight bout featuring Thiago Santos taking on Jamahal Hill. Santos (22-10 MMA), a former light heavyweight title challenger, will enter tonight’s headliner looking to rebound after suffering a decision loss to Magomed Ankalaev back in March. ‘Marreta’ has gone just 1-4 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.
UFC Vegas 59 Results: Geoff Neal KO's Vicente Luque (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 event is co-headlined by a welterweight bout featuring Vicente Luque taking on Geoff Neal. Luque (21-8-1 MMA) enters the contest looking to rebound after having his four-fight win streak snapped by Belal Muhammad back in April. Prior to that setback, ‘The Silent Assassin’ was coming off four straight stoppage wins, which included finishes of Michael Chiesa and Tyron Woodley.
UFC Vegas 59 Results: Mohammed Usman KO's Zac Pauga (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 main card features the TUF heavyweight final between Mohammed Usman and Zac Pauga. Usman (8-2 MMA), the brother of UFC welterweight champion Kamaru, had his last pro-fight take place under the PFL banner where he suffered a technical submission loss to Brandon Sayles. That setback had snapped ‘The Motor’s’ four-fight winning streak.
Pros react after Terrance McKinney subs Erick Gonzalez at UFC Vegas 59
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 main card was kicked off by a lightweight contest featuring Terrance McKinney taking on Erick Gonzalez. McKinney (13-4 MMA) had last competed back in March, where he suffered a first round TKO loss to Drew Dober. Prior to that setback, ‘T-Wrecks‘ had put together a five-fight winning streak which included two stoppage wins under the UFC banner.
UFC Vegas 59 Results: Terrance McKinney stops Erick Gonzalez in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 main card is kicked off by a lightweight contest featuring Terrance McKinney taking on Erick Gonzalez. McKinney (12-4 MMA) last competed back in March, where he suffered a first round TKO loss to Drew Dober. Prior to that setback, ‘T-Wrecks‘ had put together a five-fight winning streak which included two stoppage wins under the UFC banner.
Israel Adesanya explains why he is “really excited” to fight Alex Pereira at UFC 281: “I’m excited to have someone who’s going to attack me”
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
Israel Adesanya says he is super excited to face Alex Pereira at UFC 281 as he will finally have an opponent who will attack him. Adesnaya (23-1 MMA) vs. Pereira (6-1 MMA) are set to collide for the promotions middleweight title on November 12th at Madison Sqaure Garden.
UFC Vegas 59: ‘Santos vs Hill’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - August 6, 2022
The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 59 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Thiago Santos vs. Jamahal Hill. Santos (22-10 MMA), a former light heavyweight title challenger, will enter tonight’s headliner looking to rebound after suffering a decision loss to Magomed Ankalaev back in March. ‘Marreta’ has gone just 1-4 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.