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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.
Pros react after Kelvin Gastelum defeats Ian Heinisch at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
A middleweight bout featuring former title contender Kelvin Gastelum taking on Ian Heinisch took place on tonight’s UFC 258 main card. Gastelum (16-6 MMA) had entered tonight’s event looking to snap the first three-fight losing skid of his career. The former TUF 17 winner had suffered losses to Israel Adesanya, Darren Till and most recently Jack Hermansson during that recent rough stretch.
UFC 258 Result: Kelvin Gastelum defeats Ian Heinisch (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
A middleweight bout featuring former title contender Kelvin Gastelum taking on Ian Heinisch goes down on tonight’s UFC 258 main card. Gastelum (15-6 MMA) will be looking to snap the first three-fight losing skid of his career when he steps foot in the Octagon this evening. The former TUF 17 winner has suffered losses to Israel Adesanya, Darren Till and most recently Jack Hermansson during his recent rough stretch.
Bobby Green and Gillian Robertson release statements after being forced out of UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Bobby Green and Gillian Robertson have each issued statements following their respective removals from tonight’s UFC 258 event. Green (27-11-1 MMA) was expected to face veteran Jim Miller in a lightweight contest this evening. Unfortunately for fight fans, Bobby collapsed shortly after making weight on Friday and his bout with Miller was called off.
UFC 258 takes a last minute hit, Gillian Robertson vs. Miranda Maverick cancelled
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258: ‘Usman vs. Burns’ event has taken a last minute hit as Gillian Robertson vs. Miranda Maverick has been cancelled. The promotion announced the news on their official website stating that Robertson was forced to withdraw due to a non-virus-related illness.
Leon Edwards responds to "who the fook is that guy" treatment from Nate Diaz
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Leon Edwards was hoping that Nate Diaz would step up and replace Khamzat Chimaev on short notice at UFC Fight Night 187. Edwards and Chimaev were slated to headline the March 13 fight card, but unfortunately ‘Borz’ was forced to pullout from the fight due to a lingering illness.
Nate Diaz and Dustin Poirier continue their war of words on social media
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
The rivalry between UFC standouts Nate Diaz and Dustin Poirier continues to escalate as the pair once again traded shots on social media. Ever since ‘The Diamond’ defeated Conor McGregor in their highly anticipated rematch at UFC 257, the Louisiana native has been referring to himself as “uncrowned”.
Jon Jones reveals he has NOT come to terms with the UFC on a new financial agreement
Christopher Taylor - February 12, 2021
Jon Jones has responded after UFC President Dana White recently suggested he would be making his heavyweight debut this summer. Jones (26-1 MMA) vacated the promotions light heavyweight title back in August citing poor salary negotiations for his departure.
UFC 258: 'Usman vs. Burns' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 12, 2021
The Octagon remains in Las Vegas for tonight’s UFC 258 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns. Kamaru Usman (17-1 MMA) will be stepping foot in the Octagon for the first time since scoring a unanimous decision win over BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ is currently riding a sixteen-fight winning streak, which includes two successful defenses of his welterweight title.