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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.
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.
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.
UFC 258 Result: Kamaru Usman stops Gilbert Burns (Video)
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 event is headlined by a welterweight title fight featuring reigning champion Kamaru Usman taking on Gilbert Burns. 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.
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.
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.
Dana White calls Ariel Helwani a "douche" for making Gina Carano story "all about him"
Christopher Taylor - February 13, 2021
UFC President Dana White has once again taken aim at popular MMA journalist Ariel Helwani, this time over the recent Gina Carano controversy. The women’s mixed martial arts icon, Carano (7-1 MMA), was fired by Lucasfilm on Wednesday after sharing what the company deemed as “abhorrent” and “unacceptable” posts on social media.
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.
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”.
Colby Covington shares his prediction for Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Colby Covington has shared a bold prediction for tonight’s Gilbert Burns vs. Kamaru Usman welterweight title fight at UFC 258. Usman (17-1 MMA) will be stepping foot in the Octagon this evening 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, one over Colby Covington.
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.
Team: Khamzat Chimaev 'thought he was going to die'
Drake Riggs - February 12, 2021
Once again, the highly anticipated meeting between Khamzat Chimaev and Leon Edwards has fallen through. After the bout’s cancellation on Thursday due to continued complications following his contraction of COVID-19 late last month, additional details about Chimaev’s condition have emerged.
Jon Jones lambasts Californians for "passing" pedophilia: "Let me be real clear on where I stand on this topic..."
Chris Taylor - February 12, 2021
UFC legend Jon Jones was not happy to learn of California’s passing of pedophilia, making his feelings on the subject very clear this evening. The state of California recently passed SB 145, a bill that is aimed at creating parity in criminal sentencing for young LGBTQ people who have sex with other young people.