Kamaru Usman News
Kamaru Usman advises Israel Adesanya to follow Anderson Silva's approach after latest loss at UFC Saudi Arabia
Harry Kettle - February 6, 2025
Kamaru Usman has provided his friend Israel Adesanya with some advice following his defeat at UFC Saudi Arabia last weekend. In case you missed it, Israel Adesanya suffered a devastating defeat at UFC Saudi Arabia last Saturday night. He was defeated by Nassourdine Imavov, and on top of that, he was finished. It came early in the second round after what proved to be a competitive first round between the two middleweight contenders.
Kamaru Usman scoffs at notion that Islam Makhachev & Belal Muhammad can't fight due to training ties
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 20, 2025
Kamaru Usman doesn’t believe that Islam Makhachev should hesitate to fight Belal Muhammad. Makhachev recently set a new record for the most successful UFC lightweight title defenses in the promotion’s history. With how dominant he has been at 155 pounds, many believe it’s only a matter of time before he tries his hand at welterweight. Makhachev has even said that his dream is to become a two-division UFC champion.
Kamaru Usman hits back at rival UFC welterweights
Harry Kettle - January 10, 2025
UFC legend Kamaru Usman has hit back at rival UFC welterweights after constantly being called out in recent months. As we know, Kamaru Usman is one of the best fighters of his generation. He’s also one of the greatest welterweights of all time, having an incredible run both before and during his time as champion. However, he hasn’t fought in a while, leaving many to wonder what’s next for him.
Kamaru Usman puts trash talking UFC welterweights on blast: 'No one is scared of any of you'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 9, 2025
Kamaru Usman has sent a clear message to the UFC welterweight division. Usman hasn’t been in action since October 2023 when he took a short notice fight against Khamzat Chimaev. “The Nigerian Nightmare” has said he isn’t 100 percent and is waiting to get healthy before he takes another fight. That hasn’t stopped the likes of Ian Machado Garry from claiming that the former UFC welterweight champion is afraid to step back inside the Octagon.
Kamaru Usman responds to Joaquin Buckley's latest callout at UFC Tampa
Harry Kettle - December 18, 2024
UFC star Kamaru Usman has responded to a recent callout from Joaquin Buckley following the latter’s win at UFC Tampa. As we know, Kamaru Usman is a legend in the world of mixed martial arts. He’s also one of the greatest welterweights of all time, and if you don’t believe us, just go back and examine his reign of dominance as champion of the division.
Kamaru Usman slams Ian Machado Garry for ducking accusations: “Who the f*** is that guy for me to be a late replacement for?”
Harry Kettle - December 10, 2024
Former UFC champion Kamaru Usman isn’t happy with recent comments made by top welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry. For the longest time now, Kamaru Usman has served as one of the biggest names in the welterweight division. Once upon a time, he was one of the most notable stars in the entire sport of mixed martial arts.
Kamaru Usman reacts to Belal Muhammad being stopped by security at UFC 310: 'Joe Rogan had to vouch for you'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 9, 2024
Kamaru Usman shared a laugh at the expense of Belal Muhammad following the UFC 310 co-main event. Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry took the co-headlining spot. Initially, Muhammad was going to defend his gold against Rakhmonov, but a bone infection put a halt to that plan. Rakhmonov ended up scoring a close but unanimous decision win over Garry, cementing himself as the number one contender.
Ian Machado Garry unleashes brutal rant on Kamaru Usman: 'Where it matters between the legs, he’s a little man'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
Ian Machado Garry has some harsh words for Kamaru Usman. Usman has been trolled by fans online with ducking accusations. “The Nigerian Nightmare” explained that he decided against fighting Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 due to not having a full camp to prepare. Some have continued to lambast the former UFC welterweight champion.
Kamaru Usman provides major update on rumored Shavkat Rakhmonov fight at UFC 310
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 14, 2024
Kamaru Usman vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov could happen one day, but it won’t be held on the UFC 310 card. Rakhmonov was scheduled to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship on December 7th. Muhammad was forced out of the bout due to a bone infection in his foot. The title fight was going to headline UFC 310 inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
REPORT | Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Kamaru Usman officially in the works for UFC 310
Josh Evanoff - November 12, 2024
A fight between UFC welterweights Kamaru Usman and Shavkat Rakhmonov is reportedly in the works. ‘Nomad’ was set to return to the octagon in the main event of UFC 310 next month. The bout was going to snap a yearlong hiatus for the unbeaten welterweight, previously submitting Stephen Thompson last December. For his return, Shavkat Rakhmonov was expected to meet newly crowned UFC Belal Muhammad.
Kamaru Usman sends clear message on potential UFC 310 fight with Shavkat Rakhmonov
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 7, 2024
Kamaru Usman is aware of the chatter surrounding UFC 310 and a potential interim title fight. The UFC brass has yet to announce a replacement for the UFC 310 headliner. It’s unknown if Shavkat Rakhmonov will even stay on the card, but he’s been pushing for an interim title bout. Rakhmonov was set to challenge Belal Muhammad for the interim UFC Welterweight Championship on December 7th. That plan went off the rails when Muhammad was stricken by a bone infection in his foot.
Shavkat Rakhmonov calls to fight Kamaru Usman for interim title at UFC 310
Cole Shelton - November 4, 2024
Shavkat Rakhmonov is hoping to remain on UFC 310 and wants to fight for the interim title. Rakhmonov was supposed to headline UFC 310 against Belal Muhammad for the welterweight title but the champ suffered an injury that forced him to withdraw. Although Rakhmonov could wait for the title shot, he wants to remain active and calls to fight Kamaru Usman for the interim title.
Kamaru Usman unsure if Khamzat Chimaev can finish Dricus du Plessis: "There's a reason Dricus is the champ"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 31, 2024
Kamaru Usman is on the fence about whether or not Khamzat Chimaev can finish Dricus du Plessis. Chimaev has emerged as possibly the next UFC middleweight title contender. He stunned the MMA world by shoving Robert Whittaker’s bottom teeth in during his first-round submission win at UFC 308. Now, many are wondering if “Borz” has surpassed Sean Strickland in the pecking order at 185 pounds.
Kamaru Usman claims BMF title was made because of him back in 2019
Harry Kettle - October 30, 2024
UFC star Kamaru Usman has claimed that the BMF title was actually made because of him back in 2019. As we know, Kamaru Usman was one of the most dominant champions of his generation. He carried the UFC welterweight division on his back for a long time, but for the last two years, he’s been a former champ. He’s lost twice to Leon Edwards to run alongside a defeat to Khamzat Chimaev, leaving him in desperate need of a win.
Kamaru Usman answers calls to release Belal Muhammad podcast altercation footage: "Belal did Belal"
Curtis Calhoun - October 21, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman will release footage of a recent heated podcast face-to-face with Belal Muhammad, but there are conditions. Muhammad captured Usman’s former title by defeating Leon Edwards at UFC 304. The title win capped off a remarkable run through the welterweight division, including wins over former title challengers Stephen Thompson and Gilbert Burns.
Ian Machado Garry claims Kamaru Usman turned him down for UFC Tampa: "You and Colby are more similar than I thought"
Cole Shelton - October 21, 2024
Ian Machado Garry is having a hard time getting his next fight. Garry had been calling out Colby Covington to fight at UFC Tampa on December 14. However, the Irishman claims ‘Chaos’ turned him down. Now, as Garry is still without an opponent, he took aim at Kamaru Usman as he claimed the former champ also turned him down for the main event spot.
Kamaru Usman explains why he believes Alex Pereira is P4P number one in the UFC
Harry Kettle - October 8, 2024
UFC star Kamaru Usman believes Alex Pereira is the number one male pound-for-pound fighter in the promotion right now. Last weekend, the legend of Alex Pereira grew even further. He knocked out Khalil Rountree Jr to retain his UFC light heavyweight championship, taking him to 3-0 for the year in the promotion.
Kamaru Usman responds to Joaquin Buckley's UFC 307 callout and KO prediction: "Take a number!"
Curtis Calhoun - October 7, 2024
Former UFC welterweight titleholder Kamaru Usman has answered Joaquin Buckley’s calls for a face-to-face in the Octagon in their next appearances. Buckley rallied to knock out former UFC title challenger Stephen Thompson at UFC 307 on Saturday in Salt Lake City. After losing on the judges’ scorecards, Buckley caught Thompson with a massive right hand that sent the karate specialist collapsing to the canvas.