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Miley Cyrus destroys UFC fighter Julian Marquez for his Valentine's Day ultimatum
Christopher Taylor - February 14, 2021
UFC middleweight fighter Julian Marquez is likely going to regret giving Miley Cyrus an ultimatum on Valentine’s Day. Marquez (8-2 MMA) returned to the Octagon for the first time in over two and a half years at last night’s UFC 258 event for a fight with Maki Pitolo. The result was a third round submission victory for ‘The Cuban Missile Crisis’.
Dana White discusses the future of Maycee Barber following second consecutive loss at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 14, 2021
Dana White discussed the future of women’s flyweight Maycee Barber following her second consecutive loss at last night’s UFC 258 event. Barber (8-2 MMA) had entered last night’s co-headliner in hopes of rebounding from her first career loss as a professional. ‘The Future’ was coming off a unanimous decision setback to veteran Roxanne Modafferi in her most previous effort at UFC 246.
UFC 259: 'Blachowicz vs. Adesanya' Fight Card and Start Times
Christopher Taylor - February 14, 2021
The official fight card and lineup for next month’s UFC 259: ‘Blachowicz vs. Adesanya’ event was released on Saturday night. UFC 259 is set for March 6 in Las Vegas and features a total of three title fights.
Jorge Masvidal addresses Kamaru Usman following UFC 258: "Game plan to putting me in a 'coffin' hug and toe stomp"
Christopher Taylor - February 14, 2021
Jorge Masvidal had addressed welterweight champion Kamaru Usman following his third round TKO victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 258. Usman returned to action in the headliner of last night’s UFC pay-per-view event against former training partner Gilbert Burns.
Shinya Aoki drops pants in pro wrestling match, face-washes opponent with butt cheeks
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Shinya Aoki has long been known as one of the most enigmatic characters in combat sports. His latest pro wrestling appearance reaffirmed that. Aoki, a decorated mixed martial artist, has been working as a pro wrestler for years, and returned to that arena over the weekend, appearing at the Kawasaki Strong 2021 event from Japanese organization DDT Universal Championship.
Gilbert Burns reveals crucial error in Kamaru Usman loss: I "went Cody Garbrandt crazy"
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Gilbert Burns believes he made a big mistake in his welterweight title fight with Kamaru Usman, and it ultimately ended up costing him. Burns challenged Usman for the UFC welterweight title in the main event of UFC 258 on Saturday night. The Brazilian challenger managed to drop the champion with a big punch early in the first round, but failed to finish the fight, and was ultimately stopped by a volley of punches in round three.
Kamaru Usman sends message to Georges St-Pierre: "I'm watching you"
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Reigning UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is interested in a fight with the division’s former champion, Georges St-Pierre. Usman returned to the Octagon in the main event of UFC 258 on Saturday night, defeating his former teammate Gilbert Burns via third-round TKO. With this victory, Usman is now on a 13-fight winning streak with wins over six of the UFC’s current top 10 welterweights.
What's next for Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns after UFC 258?
Cole Shelton - February 14, 2021
In the main event of UFC 258, Kamaru Usman was looking to defend his welterweight title as he took on Gilbert Burns. Usman was looking to surpass Georges St-Pierre for the most consecutive wins at welterweight at 13. Burns, meanwhile, was looking to become the first UFC welterweight champion from Brazil. Ultimately, it was the champ who got it done as he scored a third-round TKO to defend his belt for the third time.
Miley Cyrus responds to Valentine's Day request from UFC's Julian Marquez
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Pop superstar Miley Cyrus has responded to an interesting request from UFC middleweight prospect Julian Marquez. Marquez returned to action on the UFC 258 main card, picking up a third-round submission victory in a grueling fight with Maki Pitolo. Marquez walked out to the cage to Cyrus’ cover of the Blondie song Heart of Glass, and in his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan—who has had Cyrus on his podcast previously—asked the pop star to be his Valentine.
Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal reportedly in consideration to coach TUF
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal are reportedly in consideration to coach the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter. Usman, the UFC welterweight champion, returned to the cage in the main event of UFC 258 on Saturday night, defeating No. 1 contender Gilbert Burns via third-round TKO to retain his title. After the win, he set his sights on Masvidal.
Alexa Grasso issues statement after beating Maycee Barber at UFC 258
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Alexa Grasso has issued a quick statement after her impressive decision victory over Maycee Barber. Grasso met Barber, the UFC’s No. 10-ranked flyweight contender, in the co-main event of UFC 258 on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Despite being ranked five spots below Barber heading into the matchup, Grasso ultimately came out on top, handily winning the first two rounds of their three-round fight to capture a well-deserved decision victory.
Kamaru Usman will surpass GSP as welterweight GOAT, says Dana White
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
UFC President Dana White believes Kamaru Usman is on his way to becoming the greatest welterweight of all time. Usman, the UFC welterweight champion, returned to the cage at UFC 258 on Saturday night, completing his third successful title defense with a third-round TKO win his former training partner Gilbert Burns.
Gilbert Burns reacts following TKO loss to Kamaru Usman at UFC 258
Christopher Taylor - February 13, 2021
Gilbert Burns entered tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event in hopes of dethroning current welterweight kingpin Kamaru Usman. Burns (19-4 MMA) took to the Octagon this evening sport an impressive six-fight win streak, his latest being a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Tyron Woodley.
Team Masvidal responds to challenge from UFC welterweight champ Kamaru Usman
Christopher Taylor - February 13, 2021
Team Masvidal have responded after receiving a challenge from reigning UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman on Saturday evening. Usman returned to action in tonight’s UFC 258 headliner against former training partner Gilbert Burns.
UFC 258 Bonus Report: Kamaru Usman takes home an extra $50k for stopping Gilbert Burns
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
The Octagon remained in Las Vegas for tonight’s UFC 258 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns. The highly anticipated welterweight title fight proved to be a tale of two rounds. Gilbert Burns was able to hurt Kamaru Usman with a right hand in the opening seconds of the first round but could not secure a finish. Then in round two, Usman would rebound by rocking ‘Durinho’ with a big right hand of his own. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ carried that momentum into round three where he dropped Burns with a jab and then finished him with ground and pound.
Pros react after Kamaru Usman TKO's Gilbert Burns at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event was headlined by a welterweight title fight featuring Kamaru Usman taking on Gilbert Burns. Usman (18-1 MMA) was returning the Octagon for the first time since scoring a unanimous decision win over BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ had entered the contest sporting a sixteen-fight winning streak, which included two successful defenses of the UFC’s welterweight title.
Pros react after Alexa Grasso defeats Maycee Barber at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event was co-headlined by a women’s flyweight bout between Maycee Barber and Alexa Grasso. Barber (8-2 MMA) had entered tonight’s co-main event in hopes of rebounding from her first career loss as a professional. ‘The Future’ had suffered a unanimous decision setback to veteran Roxanne Modafferi in her most previous effort at UFC 246. Prior to the loss, Maycee had gone a perfect 8-0 in her young career, which included three stoppage wins under the UFC banner.
UFC 258 Result: Alexa Grasso defeats Maycee Barber (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event is co-headlined by a women’s flyweight bout featuring Maycee Barber taking on Alexa Grasso. Barber (8-1 MMA) will enter tonight’s co-main event in hopes of rebounding from her first career loss as a professional. ‘The Future’ suffered a unanimous decision setback to veteran Roxanne Modafferi in her most recent effort at UFC 246. Prior to the loss, Maycee had gone a perfect 8-0 in her young career, which included three stoppage wins under the UFC banner.