Jared Cannonier News
What's next for Nassourdine Imavov and Jared Cannonier after UFC Louisville?
Cole Shelton - June 10, 2024
In the main event of UFC Louisville, ranked middleweights threw down as Nassourdine Imavov took on Jared Cannonier. Imavov entered the fight with a record of 13-4 and one No Contest and was coming off a majority decision win over Roman Dolidze. The Frenchman was ranked seventh at middleweight and was 5-2 and one No Contest going into the fight. Cannonier, meanwhile, was ranked fourth and was coming off a decision win over Marvin Vettori a year ago.
Jared Cannonier sounds off on controversial stoppage at UFC Louisville: "It was stolen from me!"
Susan Cox - June 10, 2024
Jared Cannonier is sounding off on the controversial stoppage at UFC Louisville. It was just this past Saturday, June 8th that saw Jared Cannonier (17-7 MMA) go up against Nassourdine Imavov (14-4 MMA) in a middleweight bout. The result was a TKO victory for the Frenchman at 1:34 of Round 4.
Referee Jason Herzog speaks out on backlash following controversial UFC Louisville main event stoppage
Fernando Quiles - June 9, 2024
Referee Jason Herzog has spoken out after being at the center of controversy following UFC Louisville. It’s rare that you see fans criticizing Herzog in unison, but that’s exactly what happened at the conclusion of this past Saturday’s UFC Fight Night. Herzog was the official inside the Octagon for the main event middleweight fight between Nassourdine Imavov and Jared Cannonier.
Pros react after Nassourdine Imavov stops Jared Cannonier at UFC Louisville: "Stoppage was whack!"
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Louisville event was headlined by a middleweight bout featuring Jared Cannonier taking on Nassourdine Imavov. Cannonier (17-7 MMA) had entered the bout sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after earning decision victories over Sean Strickland and Marvin Vettori in his most previous efforts. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ was looking to return to title contention with a win this evening.
UFC Louisville Results: Nassourdine Imavov TKO's Jared Cannonier (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
UFC Louisville: ‘Cannonier vs. Imavov’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
The Octagon returns to Kentucky for tonight’s UFC Louisville event, a 14-bout fight card headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Nassourdine Imavov. Cannonier (17-6 MMA) will enter the bout sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring decision victories over Sean Strickland and Marvin Vettori in his most recent efforts. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ will be looking to reenter title contention with a win this evening.
UFC Louisville: ‘Cannonier vs. Imavov’ Weigh-in Results - 1 Fighter Misses Weight
Susan Cox - June 7, 2024
The UFC Louisville Weigh-ins took place today, Friday, June 7th at the UFC host hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. UFC Louisville takes place tomorrow, Saturday, June 8th at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
Nassourdine Imavov confident that Jared Cannonier won’t be able to find his chin at UFC Louisville: “I’m not Marvin Vettori”
Harry Kettle - June 6, 2024
UFC contender Nassourdine Imavov plans on avoiding the big shots of Jared Cannonier at UFC Louisville. This weekend, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will return to Louisville, Kentucky. In the main event of the evening, Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov will go head to head in a fascinating middleweight contest. The expectation, in the eyes of many, is that the winner will take a big step towards earning themselves a title opportunity in the future.
Jared Cannonier plans to "re-open some eyes" with his performance against Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Louisville
Cole Shelton - June 4, 2024
Jared Cannonier will be making the walk to the Octagon again after a year off due to injuries. Cannonier last fought back on June 17, 2023, when he defeated Marvin Vettori by decision. He was then offered to fight Khamzat Chimaev on short notice in Abu Dhabi, but Cannonier injured his MCL which has kept him out of action until now.
UFC Louisville: ‘Jared Cannonier vs. Nassourdine Imavov‘ Fight Card and Start Times
Harry Kettle - June 4, 2024
The UFC makes its return to Louisville this weekend as Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov prepare to clash in a blockbuster middleweight bout. Event: UFC Louisville: Cannonier vs Imavov Date: Saturday, 8th June 2024 Location: KFC Yum! Center (Louisville, Kentucky) Broadcast: ESPN/ESPN+ (5pm EST prelims, 8pm EST main card)
Jared Cannonier explains why he turned down a fight against Paulo Costa at UFC 301
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2024
Jared Cannonier revealed he was offered a fight against Paulo Costa at UFC 301, but he had to turn the bout down. Cannonier had been rehabbing an injury when he got the call to go down to Brazil and fight with Costa. Although that is a fight that does interest Cannonier, as it gets him closer to a title shot, he had to turn it down.
Jared Cannonier vs. Nassourdine Imavov set to headline UFC Louisville
Cole Shelton - April 25, 2024
A battle of ranked middleweights is set to headline UFC Louisville, as Jared Cannonier will take on Nassourdine Imavov. According to MMA reporter Alex Behunin, Cannonier is set to face Imavov in the main event of UFC Louisville, which is set for June 8 at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
Jared Cannonier says he could be ready to fight at UFC 300, eyes Dricus Du Plessis or Khamzat Chimaev next
Josh Evanoff - January 26, 2024
Middleweight contender Jared Cannonier is the latest to show interest in fighting at UFC 300 in April. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ has been out of action since a unanimous decision win over Marvin Vettori in June. That victory was the second in a row for Jared Cannonier, previously defeating Sean Strickland in December 2022. After Paulo Costa withdrew, the seemingly ageless middleweight also got a call to face Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294 last October.
UFC middleweight contender Jared Cannonier set to return on December 2 against Roman Dolidze
Fernando Quiles - September 24, 2023
When Jared Cannonier said he only wanted fights that would get him closer to another UFC title shot, Roman Dolidze isn’t the first opponent that came to mind. Nevertheless, Cannonier has been booked to fight Roman Dolidze on a UFC Fight Night card scheduled for December 2. ESPN’s Marc Raimondi was the first to break the news.
Jared Cannonier reveals how close he was to stepping into UFC 293 main event: "Would have been funny as hell"
Josh Evanoff - September 21, 2023
UFC middleweight contender Jared Cannonier was pretty close to stepping in at UFC 293. ‘Killa Gorilla’ has been out of action since a unanimous decision win over Marvin Vettori in June. That was Jared Cannonier’s second victory in a row, previously defeating Sean Strickland in December. That winning streak, but a 2022 loss to Israel Adesanya, led to ‘Tarzan’ getting a title shot at UFC 293.
UFC middleweight contender Jared Cannonier explains why he’s taking the “wait and see” approach following recent fight offer
Susan Cox - September 20, 2023
UFC middleweight contender Jared Cannonier is explaining why he’s taking the ‘wait and see’ approach following his recent fight offer. It was during a recent interview with ‘Sportskeeda MMA‘, that Cannonier revealed the UFC was quick to offer him a non-title fight after UFC 293, implying that such a matchup would see him fight down the pecking order:
Jared Cannonier calls for rematch against Sean Strickland for the UFC middleweight title: "Here’s your chance to redeem your man card"
Cole Shelton - September 14, 2023
Jared Cannonier is hoping to fight Sean Strickland his next time out. Cannonier and Strickland headlined UFC Vegas 66 in the final event of the year last December and it was ‘The Killa Gorilla’ who won a split decision in a very competitive fight. After the fight, Strickland claimed he won, but it ended up working out for the better as after winning two more fights, he got a title shot and beat Israel Adesanya to become the new champion.
Jared Cannonier set to weigh-in as backup fighter for UFC 293 main event between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland
Harry Kettle - September 5, 2023
UFC star Jared Cannonier is set to weigh-in as the backup fighter for the UFC 293 main event, as per MMA Fighting. This weekend, Israel Adesanya will defend his UFC middleweight championship against Sean Strickland. It’ll serve as the first time he’s defended the belt in his second reign following his knockout win over Alex Pereira earlier this year. Strickland, meanwhile, is getting his first crack at the title, largely as a result of Dricus du Plessis not being ready in time for this contest.
Jared Cannonier weighs in on proposed Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland title fight: “Sean doesn’t even believe he can win that fight”
Harry Kettle - July 24, 2023
Jared Cannonier has given his thoughts on a potential title match-up between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland. At UFC 293 in September, Israel Adesanya was originally expected to take on Dricus du Plessis. However, with the South African not expected to be ready in time for the event, Adesanya has instead called out Sean Strickland.