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UFC President Dana White on Khamzat Chimaev: "This kid is absolutely special and I’ve never seen anything like it"
Adam D Martin - September 20, 2020
UFC president Dana White heaped praise upon up-and-coming superstar Khamzat Chimaev, saying he’s never seen a fighter like this in MMA. Chimaev picked up his third straight stoppage win in the Octagon when he knocked out veteran middleweight Gerald Meerschaert with one punch just 17 seconds into their UFC Vegas 11 fight. For Chimaev, it’s his third win in the UFC since July, setting a modern-day UFC record with three victories in just 66 days.
Colby Covington slams "communist" Tyron Wooldey following UFC Vegas 11
Christopher Taylor - September 19, 2020
The long standing grudge between Colby Covington and Tyron Woodley came to a head in the headliner of tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event. Woodley and Covington have had beef for years and finally got the opportunity to settle their differences inside of the Octagon this evening.
VIDEO | Colby Covington receives call from Donald Trump following UFC win over Tyron Woodley
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington received a phone call from United States President Donald Trump following his TKO victory over Tyron Woodley. Covington and Woodley had the opportunity to settle their bitter rivalry in the headliner of tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event in Nevada.
Kamaru Usman reacts to Colby Covington defeating Tyron Woodley at UFC Vegas 11
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
Current UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman obviously had a keen interest in tonight’s UFC main event between Colby Covington and Tyron Woodley. Although the ‘Nigerian Nightmare’ defeated both Woodley and Covington in 2019, he knew that tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 main event winner would be one step closer to earning a rematch.
Gerald Meerschaert reacts following 17-second loss to Khamzat Chimaev
Christopher Taylor - September 19, 2020
Gerald Meerschaert was looking to put an end to the Khamzat Chimaev hype train when the pair squared off at tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event. Chimaev was looking to extend his undefeated record to 9-0 with a victory this evening. The Swedish prospect was coming off a first-round TKO victory over Rhys McKee in his most previous effort this past July.
Jon Jones reacts to Colby Covington defeating Tyron Woodley
Christopher Taylor - September 19, 2020
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones tuned in to watch his former college roommate Colby Covington take on Tyron Woodley this evening. Woodley (19-6-1 MMA) had entered tonight’s grudge match with Covington looking to rebound from a two-fight losing streak. In his most previous efforts, ‘The Chosen One’ has suffered unanimous decision losses to Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns respectively.
Pros react after Colby Covington TKO's Tyron Woodley at UFC Vegas 11
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event was headlined by a key welterweight battle between former division champion Tyron Woodley and Colby Covington. Woodley (19-5-1 MMA) had entered tonight’s grudge match with Covington looking to rebound from a two-fight losing streak. In his most previous efforts, ‘The Chosen One’ has suffered unanimous decision losses to Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns respectively.
UFC Vegas 11 Results: Colby Covington TKO's Tyron Woodley (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event is headlined by a key welterweight battle as former division champion Tyron Woodley squares off with Colby Covington. Woodley (19-5-1 MMA) will enter tonight’s grudge match with Covington looking to rebound from a two-fight losing streak. In his most recent efforts, ‘The Chosen One’ has suffered unanimous decision losses to Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns respectively.
UFC Vegas 11 Results: Niko Price vs. Donald Cerrone ruled a majority draw (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event is co-headlined by a welterweight bout featuring fan favorite Donald Cerrone taking on the always entertaining Niko Price. Cerrone (36-15 MMA) will enter tonight’s bout with Price looking to snap a three-fight losing skid, his latest being a unanimous decision setback to Anthony Pettis. Prior to his loss to ‘Showtime’, ‘Cowboy’ had suffered a rather humiliating loss to Conor McGregor at UFC 246.
Pros react after Khamzat Chimaev KO's Gerald Meerschaert at UFC Vegas 11
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
A highly anticipated middleweight bout between Khamzat Chimaev and Gerald Meerschaert took place on tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 main card. Chimaev was be looking to extend his undefeated record to 9-0 with a victory over Meerschaert this evening. The Swedish prospect was coming off a first-round TKO victory over Rhys McKee in his most previous effort this past July on Fight Island.
UFC Vegas 11 Results: Khamzat Chimaev KO's Gerald Meerschaert (Video)
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
A highly anticipated middleweight bout between Khamzat Chimaev and Gerald Meerschaert takes place on tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 main card. Chimaev will be looking to extend his undefeated record to 9-0 with a victory over Meerschaert this evening. The Swedish prospect is coming off a first-round TKO victory over Rhys McKee in his most recent effort this past July.
Pros react after Johnny Walker KO's Ryan Spann at UFC Vegas 11
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
A light heavyweight bout between division standouts Johnny Walker and Ryan Spann took place on tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 main card. Walker (17-5 MMA) had entered tonight’s event looking to snap a two-fight losing skid. In his most previous Octagon appearance this past March, the Brazilian had suffered a unanimous decision setback to Nikita Krylov. Prior to that, Walker was coming off a TKO loss to Corey Anderson at UFC 244.
Pros react after Mackenzie Dern stops Randa Markos at UFC Vegas 11
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
A women’s strawweight bout featuring Mackenzie Dern taking on Randa Markos took place on the main card of tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event. Dern (8-1 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring a sensational submission victory over Hannah Cifers this past May. The 27-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu standout had gone 3-1 inside of the Octagon ahead of tonight’s contest with Markos.
UFC Vegas 11 Results: Mackenzie Dern finishes Randa Markos in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
A women’s strawweight bout featuring Mackenzie Dern taking on Randa Markos takes place on tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 main card. Dern (8-1 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a sensational submission victory over Hannah Cifers this past May. The 27-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu standout has gone 3-1 since joining the promotional ranks in 2018.
UFC Vegas 11: 'Covington vs. Woodley' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - September 19, 2020
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 11 event, a fourteen-bout fight card headlined by Colby Covington vs. Tyron Woodley. The former UFC welterweight champion, Woodley (19-5-1 MMA), will enter tonight’s grudge match with Covington looking to rebound from a two-fight losing streak. In his most recent efforts ‘The Chosen One’ suffered unanimous decision losses to Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns.
John Dodson released by the UFC
Adam Martin - September 18, 2020
Long-time UFC flyweight and bantamweight contender John Dodson has been officially released by the world’s leading MMA promotion. MMAFighting.com’s Damon Martin was the first to break the news that Dodson has been released by the UFC. Dodson’s manager Ricky Kottenstette provided a comment.
Journey Newson admits he "didn't know who Randy Costa was", expects to earn stoppage win
Cole Shelton - September 18, 2020
Journey Newson had to look up Randy Costa when he got the call to fight him at UFC Vegas 11. Newson is coming off a KO win over Domingo Pilarte back at UFC 247. However, it was overturned to a no-contest due to Newson testing positive for marijuana. Although it is a no-contest on his record, the 31-year-old is still viewing it as a win. So, following that quick KO, he expected to get someone with more notoriety than Costa.
Frank Mir reportedly signs with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
Adam Martin - September 18, 2020
Former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir has reportedly signed a deal with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC). FightBananas.com was the first to report the signing of Mir to BKFC. Mir follows a long list of former UFC fighters such as Paige VanZant, Thiago Alves, and Hector Lombard who have taken their talents to BKFC recently. Take a look at the initial news report.