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UFC Moscow Results: Alexander Volkov defeats Greg Hardy (Highlights)

Chris Taylor - November 9, 2019

A heavyweight bout featuring former Bellator champion Alexander Volkov taking on former NFL star Greg Hardy co-headlined today’s UFC Moscow event. Volkov (30-7 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since UFC 229 in October of 2018, where he suffered a last second knockout loss to Derrick Lewis.

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Greg Hardy responds to Derrick Lewis: 'I think he's like a felon'

Harry Kettle - November 8, 2019

UFC heavyweight Greg Hardy has issued a response to divisional rival Derrick Lewis who wants to see Hardy leave the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The former NFL star is well known for being one of the most controversial figures in the recent history of the UFC. While his past has certainly come back to haunt him, he’s certainly been able to make an impact during his short stint with the promotion.

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Muhammed Lawal believes Greg Hardy beats and possibly finishes Alexander Volkov

Cole Shelton - November 7, 2019

American Top Team coach and MMA legend Muhammed Lawal is impressed with the progress Greg Hardy has made in MMA. The former NFL star is in his first year in the UFC and set for his fifth fight in the co-main event on Saturday when he takes on Alexander Volkov. The fight represents a massive step up in competition for Hardy, who has only fought UFC newcomers and prospects thus far.

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Greg Hardy says he wants the respect of his peers and MMA fans

Adam Martin - November 7, 2019

Controversial heavyweight Greg Hardy takes on Alexander Volkov this weekend at UFC Moscow, and he says he’s fighting for the respect of his peers and fans. Hardy has been a lightning rod of criticism ever since he signed with the UFC following his win on Dana White’s Contender Series last year. Hardy’s past domestic violence incidents during his NFL days have continued to haunt him into his MMA career, which has been extremely controversial so far. He lost his UFC debut to Allen Crowder via DQ and then had a No Contest with Ben Sosoli after illegally using an inhaler during the fight.

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Greg Hardy calls for fight with Tyson Fury

Tom Taylor - November 7, 2019

Lineal heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury has recently expressed interest in a potential move to MMA, and he’s already getting called out by notable MMA heavyweights. The latest fighter to call him out is former NFL player Greg Hardy. Hardy called Fury out shortly after the boxer was targeted by a top heavyweight in Francis Ngannou.

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UFC exec: Greg Hardy will not be allowed to use inhaler in Moscow

Tom Taylor - November 6, 2019

The UFC’s return to Moscow will be headlined by a heavyweight fight between Alexander Volkov and short-notice replacement opponent Greg Hardy. Hardy last fought fought in mid-October, when he took on Ben Sosoli. While this fight was initially ruled a unanimous decision win for Hardy, it was promptly overturned when it came to light that he’d used an inhaler between rounds.

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Derrick Lewis wants to throw down with Greg Hardy after UFC 244

Natasha Hooper - November 1, 2019

Derrick Lewis is feeling in top form ahead of his UFC 244 bout this Saturday. The heavyweight beast is preparing to battle Blagoy Ivanov, but already has his sights on his next opponent. The 36-year hasn’t hidden his desire to throw down the new MMA prospect, Greg Hardy. The former NFL standout transitioned to professional MMA last year and has already fought 7 times. The 31-year old has had his fair share of controversy including domestic abuse allegations and cocaine possession. Hardy also came under fire for using an inhaler in the middle of his last fight, a three-round contest with Ben Sosoli.

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Roy Nelson offers advice to Greg Hardy for Alexander Volkov fight: Use 'two inhalers'

Adam Martin - October 29, 2019

Bellator heavyweight Roy Nelson has some words of advice for the UFC’s Greg Hardy when he fights Alexander Volkov. Nelson tells Hardy to ‘use two inhalers.’ Nelson previously fought Volkov in the UFC, so he knows a thing or two about fighting the giant Russian. Hardy takes on Volkov in the co-main event of UFC Moscow next week, and Nelson was kind enough to offer Hardy some advice for the fight.

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Greg Hardy: If 'pillow hands' Derrick Lewis can KO Volkov, so can I

Adam Martin - October 23, 2019

The UFC matchmakers surprised everyone on Tuesday when the promotion announced that controversial heavyweight Greg Hardy has decided to step up on short notice to replace Junior dos Santos and fight Alexander Volkov in the co-main event of UFC Moscow. It’s a massive step up in competition for Greg Hardy, who just fought to a No Contest against Ben Sosoli at UFC Boston. But Hardy says he jumped at the opportunity, and he believes that he can even knock Volkov out.

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Opening odds for Greg Hardy vs Alexander Volkov released

Harry Kettle - October 23, 2019

The opening betting odds for the new UFC Moscow co-main event between Greg Hardy and Alexander Volkov have now been released. The mixed martial arts world was stunned yesterday when it was revealed that Hardy will be replacing the injured Junior dos Santos in the co-main event of UFC Moscow on November 9. The former NFL star will be going head to head with former Bellator heavyweight champion Alexander Volkov, which serves as a huge step up in competition.

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Francis Ngannou reacts after UFC gives Alexander Volkov fight to Greg Hardy

Thomas Taylor - October 22, 2019

When Junior dos Santos withdrew from his UFC Moscow headlining fight with Alexander Volkov, Francis Ngannou suggested that he’d be willing to step in and replace him. In the end, however, the opportunity to fight Volkov on short notice was instead offered to the amply less experienced Greg Hardy. Hardy and Volkov will now collide in the UFC Moscow co-main event.

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Greg Hardy steps in against Alexander Volkov at UFC Moscow

Tom Taylor - October 22, 2019

Junior dos Santos was recently forced out of his UFC Moscow headlining fight with Alexander Volkov. He’ll be replaced a very unlikely fighter: former football player Greg Hardy. UPDATE: This Hardy vs. Volkov fight will serve as the UFC Moscow co-headliner. A featherweight bout between Calvin Kattar and Zabit Magomedsharipov will now headline the card. 

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Why inhalers are not permitted during MMA competition?

Natasha Hooper - October 20, 2019

Greg Hardy has sparked controversy in the MMA sphere after using an inhaler during his UFC Boston fight. The heavyweight fight against Ben Sosoli was ruled a no-contest because Hardy used an inhaler in between the second and third round. So why is it that inhalers aren’t allowed during UFC competitions without prior-approval?

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Dana White slams Greg Hardy and his Team over use of inhaler at UFC Boston

Chris Taylor - October 19, 2019

UFC President Dana White was not at all happy that Greg Hardy used an inhaler in between rounds, an act that resulted in a no-contest at tonight’s UFC Boston event. Hardy (5-1 MMA, 1 no-contest) took on UFC newcomer Ben Sosoli on the main card of tonight’s UFC on ESPN 6 event.

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Pros react to Greg Hardy defeating Ben Sosoli at UFC Boston

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2019

A heavyweight bout between Greg Hardy and Ben Sosoli took place on the main card of tonight’s UFC Boston event. Greg Hardy (5-1 MMA) entered the fight on a two-fight win streak, this after scoring back-to-back first round TKO victories over opponents Juan Adams and Dmitry Smolyakov.

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Greg Hardy confident he will knock out Francis Ngannou & Stipe Miocic down the line

Cole Shelton - October 16, 2019

Greg Hardy is set for his fourth UFC fight and fourth bout of 2019 at UFC Boston. There, the former NFL star will be taking on promotional newcomer, Ben Sosoli. Although it is not a ranked opponent like Greg Hardy has wanted, he knows that time will come. For now, he is focusing on paying his dues and fighting the ‘middle class’ of the UFC like every other person before getting to the top. But, when he gets to the top, he expects to knock those top ranked opponents out.

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Todd Duffee rips UFC for preferential treatment of Greg Hardy

Tom Taylor - September 12, 2019

Greg Hardy is currently on a two-fight win-streak in the UFC heavyweight division, having recently blasted Juan Adams and Dmitrii Smoliakov. Hardy’s fellow heavyweight Todd Duffee believes that’s due in large part to the favorable matchmaking he’s received from the UFC. Speaking ahead of his return to action at UFC Vancouver, Duffee shared his belief that Hardy is not only getting easy fights, but also being overpaid.

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Greg Hardy returns at UFC Singapore, takes on long-absent "Man Mountain"

Adam Martin - September 4, 2019

Controversial UFC heavyweight Greg Hardy is set to make his return to the Octagon at UFC Singapore in October, and his opponent may surprise you. The UFC announced Wednesday that Hardy will take on fellow heavyweight Jarjis Danho at UFC Singapore, taking place October 26 at Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore.