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Mariusz Pudzianowski to clash with Senegalese wrestler at KSW 59
Alfredo Zullino - February 15, 2021
Stephen Thompson makes case for title shot against Kamaru Usman
Tom Taylor - February 15, 2021
Longtime UFC welterweight contender Stephen Thompson believes he deserves the next shot at the division’s reigning champ, Kamaru Usman. Usman returned to action in the main event of UFC 258 over the weekend, defending his title against No. 1 contender Gilbert Burns with a third-round TKO. With his win over Burns, Usman has now beaten four of the UFC’s top five welterweights, having also defeated Colby Covington, Leon Edwards and Jorge Masvidal.
Stefan Struve announces retirement from MMA due to health issues
Tom Taylor - February 15, 2021
Longtime UFC heavyweight Stefan Struve has announced his retirement from mixed martial arts competition. Struve, 32, announced his retirement on social media on Monday morning, citing health issues that will prevent him from fighting.
Paulo Costa turns down opportunity to headline UFC on ABC 2 card vs. Robert Whittaker
Harry Kettle - February 15, 2021
UFC middleweight contender Paulo Costa has turned down the chance to main event the UFC’s next big ABC card on April 10, Fight News Australia reports. The fight night main event has been slated to take place on April 17 for a few weeks now, but the Ultimate Fighting Championship wanted to push it forward seven days and have it headline the promotion’s return to ABC.
BJJ legend Rodolfo Vieira reacts after being submitted by Anthony Hernandez at UFC 258
Harry Kettle - February 15, 2021
Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Rodolfo Vieira has released a statement after suffering a submission loss to Anthony Hernandez at UFC 258. Vieira was heavily favored to come away with the victory on Saturday night and take his professional mixed martial arts record to 8-0, but in the end, Hernandez pulled off an astonishing second-round submission win that stunned many fans who were watching.
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.
Justin Gaethje praises Kamaru Usman following UFC 258: "Only guy I train with that gets stronger as the round gets higher
Chris Taylor - February 14, 2021
Justin Gaethje shared some high praise for Kamaru Usman after the welterweight champ successfully defended his title at UFC 258. Usman (18-1 MMA) squared off with Gilbert Burns (19-4 MMA) in the headliner of yesterday’s pay-per-view event. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ was looking to earn his third career title defense, this after scoring recent wins over Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington.
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.
KB Bhullar to return to the Octagon in May against Andreas Michailidis
Alfredo Zullino - February 14, 2021
A middleweight encounter between KB Bhullar (8-1 MMA, 0-1 UFC) and Andreas Michailidis (12-4 MMA, 0-1 UFC) is slated for later this spring, multiple sources with knowledge of the situation told BJPENN.com. The sources asked for anonymity since the news hasn’t been officially confirmed yet. No word yet on the official location, but the two 185-pound fighters are expected to lock horns on May 1 in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the UFC APEX facility.
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.
Kamaru Usman sends Gilbert Burns a heartfelt message following fight at UFC 258
Tom Taylor - February 14, 2021
Kamaru Usman has sent a heartfelt message to Gilbert Burns following their thrilling welterweight title fight. Usman, the UFC welterweight champion, met Burns, the division’s No. 1 contender, in the main event of UFC 258 on Saturday night. Usman defended his title with a third-round TKO victory, but dealt with some definite adversity in the matchup, as he was dropped early in the first round.
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.