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Pros react after Nassourdine Imavov defeats Roman Dolidze at UFC Vegas 85
Chris Taylor - February 3, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 85 event was headlined by a middleweight bout between Roman Dolidze and Nassourdine Imavov. Dolidze (12-3 MMA) had entered tonight’s main event looking to rebound, this after suffering a controversial decision loss to Marvin Vettori in his most previous effort ten months ago. Prior to that setback, ‘The Caucasian’ had put together a four-fight winning streak, which included knockout victories over Kyle Daukaus, Phil Hawes and Jack Hermansson.
UFC Vegas 85 Results: Nassourdine Imavov defeats Roman Dolidze (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 3, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 85 results, including the main event between Roman Dolidze and Nassourdine Imavov. Dolidze (12-2 MMA) will enter tonight’s main event looking to rebound, this after suffering a controversial decision loss to Marvin Vettori in his most recent effort ten months ago. Prior to that setback, ‘The Caucasian’ had put together a four-fight winning streak, which included knockout victories over Kyle Daukaus, Phil Hawes and Jack Hermansson.
Pros react after Renato Moicano defeats Drew Dober at UFC Vegas 85
Chris Taylor - February 3, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 85 event was co-headlined by a highly anticipated lightweight fight between Drew Dober and Renato Moicano. Dober (27-13 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since October’s UFC Vegas 80 event, where he scored a first-round TKO victory over Ricky Glenn. That finish moved the Denver native back into the win column, as he had previously suffered a TKO loss to Matt Frevola at UFC 288.
UFC Vegas 85 Results: Renato Moicano defeats Drew Dober (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 3, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 85 results, including the co-main event between Drew Dober and Renato Moicano. Dober (27-12 MMA) was last seen in action at October’s UFC Vegas 80 event, where he scored a first-round TKO victory over Ricky Glenn. That finish got the Denver native back into the win column, as he had previously suffered a TKO loss to Matt Frevola at UFC 288.
Michael Bisping names the perfect opponent to test Khamzat Chimaev's cardio
Chris Taylor - February 3, 2024
Michael Bisping believes he knows the perfect opponent for Khamzat Chimaev’s next UFC fight. Chimaev (13-0 MMA) is currently awaiting his next assignment from Dana White and company but has remained busy by calling out the likes of Dricus Du Plessis, Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya.
UFC Vegas 85: 'Dolidze vs. Imavov' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 3, 2024
The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 85 event, a 13-bout fight card headlined by Roman Dolidze vs. Nassourdine Imavov. Dolidze (12-2 MMA) will enter tonight’s main event looking to rebound, this after suffering a controversial decision loss to Marvin Vettori in his most recent effort ten months ago. Prior to that setback, ‘The Caucasian’ had put together a four-fight winning streak, which included knockout victories over Kyle Daukaus, Phil Hawes and Jack Hermansson.
GSP says “Conor McGregor effect” changed MMA
Zain Bando - February 3, 2024
GSP’s retirement seven years ago now allows the former UFC welterweight and middleweight champion to inspire the next generation. St.-Pierre hosted a Q&A and info seminar at the Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA gym in Thailand, where he helped mentor and train 203 participants on January 19.
Michael Bisping explains how Colby Covington could earn a fourth title shot in short order: "If you want to become the man, you gotta beat the man"
Chris Taylor - February 2, 2024
Michael Bisping believes Colby Covington could be one win away from a fourth UFC title shot if he plays his cards right. Covington (17-4 MMA) is of course coming off a lopsided unanimous decision loss to reigning welterweight kingpin Leon Edwards back at UFC 296. That setback marked the third time that ‘Chaos’ has come up short in his quest to become the promotion’s undisputed welterweight champion.
Robert Whittaker confident he would dethrone Dricus Du Plessis in a rematch: "9 times out of 10 I beat him"
Chris Taylor - February 2, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is confident he would dethrone Dricus Du Plessis if given a rematch. Whittaker (24-7 MMA) and Du Plessis (21-2 MMA) collided last July in Las Vegas, where the South African defeated the New Zealand-born Australian by way of second-round TKO.
Dana White, Sylvester Stallone and other celebrities pay tribute to the "great" Carl Weathers
Chris Taylor - February 2, 2024
Tributes are pouring in for the beloved actor Carl Weathers following his death at age seventy-six. Weathers, who is best known for his role as Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise, “died peacefully in his sleep” on Thursday morning according to his family.
Dricus du Plessis is determined to get UFC South Africa: "If I have to wait it out a couple of months, I'm willing to do that"
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2024
Middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis badly wants to get the UFC to his home country. ‘Stillknocks’ is fresh off his return to the cage last month at UFC 297 in Canada. There, Dricus du Plessis fought in his first title fight, against middleweight champion Sean Strickland. For ‘Tarzan’, the title defense was his first since capturing the championship with an upset win over Israel Adesanya last September.
Joe Rogan renews contract with Spotify to stream podcast, deal reportedly worth $250 million
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2024
It’s a good time to be UFC commentator Joe Rogan. The longtime color commentator is one of the most famous MMA personalities and has been for years. Thanks to the success of his ‘Joe Rogan Experience’ podcast, his popularity has only grown. Starting in 2009, the comedian and UFC analyst began interviewing everyone from politicians to fighters. Over the following decade, the show exploded in popularity.
Geoff Neal eyes second round finish over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 298: “It’ll be satisfying for sure”
Susan Cox - February 2, 2024
Geoff Neal is eyeing a second-round finish over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 298. UFC 298 takes place on Saturday, February 17th at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
Bellator champion Johnny Eblen claims the UFC announced ‘Poirier vs. Saint-Denis’ without “even a verbal agreement” in place
Susan Cox - February 2, 2024
Bellator champion Johnny Eblen is claiming the UFC announced the ‘Poirier vs. Saint-Denis’ without ‘even a verbal agreement’ in place. It was UFC CEO Dana White who, on January 10th, made the announcement of Poirier (29-8 MMA) vs. Saint-Denis (13-1 MMA) in the co-main lightweight event at UFC 299 which takes place on March 9th at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
UFC Vegas 85: ‘Dolidze vs. Imavov’ Weigh-in Results - 1 Fighter Misses Weight
Susan Cox - February 2, 2024
UFC Vegas 85 takes place tomorrow, Saturday, February 3rd at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The UFC weigh-ins took place today at the UFC Apex.
Daniel Cormier names his favorite fight on the current UFC 300 lineup
Susan Cox - February 2, 2024
Daniel Cormier is naming his favorite fight on the current UFC 300 lineup. The former UFC dual champion is sharing his own favorite fight coming into the historic UFC 300 which takes place on Saturday, April 13th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Geoff Neal says Colby Covington should be removed from the UFC rankings if he turns down Shavkat Rakhmonov: “He's like bottlenecking the top of the division”
Harry Kettle - February 2, 2024
Geoff Neal has given his thoughts on Colby Covington’s future if he chooses not to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov. In the final PPV event of 2023, Colby Covington came up short. He failed in his attempt to capture the UFC welterweight championship from Leon Edwards, dropping a convincing decision loss.
Leon Edwards says Conor McGregor has given more than he’s taken in MMA: “He’s great for the sport”
Harry Kettle - February 2, 2024
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards has given his thoughts on Conor McGregor’s legacy in mixed martial arts. Over the course of the last decade or so, Conor McGregor has firmly established himself as the biggest star in the history of MMA. He has won championships, and he has sold millions of pay-per-views; he has become quite the entrepreneur outside of the cage.