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UFC champion Belal Muhammad takes aim at “so-called experts” Demetrious Johnson and Kamaru Usman: “They don’t know what they’re talking about”
Susan Cox - August 2, 2024
UFC champion Belal Muhammad is taking aim at ‘so-called experts’ Demetrious Johnson and Kamaru Usman. ‘Remember the Name’ (24-3 MMA) is riding high after defeating Leon Edwards (22-4 MMA) to win welterweight gold last weekend at UFC 304 which took place at the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester, England.
Kamaru Usman believes Leon Edwards should move to middleweight after UFC 304 loss: "Not a lot of them are grappling"
Josh Evanoff - July 30, 2024
Kamaru Usman believes that Leon Edwards should consider a move up in weight following his UFC 304 loss. ‘Rocky’ returned to the octagon in Manchester over the weekend. Back for the first time since a dominant decision victory over Colby Covington in December, Leon Edwards faced Belal Muhammad. The UFC welterweight champion entered the contest a heavy favorite, having dominated their first encounter in March 2021 until an eye poke caused a no-contest.
Kamaru Usman lays out plan to take "welterweight strap back" after Belal Muhammad becomes champ at UFC 304
Cole Shelton - July 29, 2024
Kamaru Usman is focused on reclaiming his welterweight title. In the main event of UFC 304 on Saturday, Belal Muhammad became the new welterweight champion with a dominant decision win over Leon Edwards. It was a great performance from Muhammad and after the win, former champ Kamaru Usman believes his path back to the title has gotten much easier.
Kamaru Usman reacts to Belal Muhammad dethroning Leon Edwards at UFC 304: “This was textbook”
Susan Cox - July 29, 2024
Kamaru Usman is reacting to Belal Muhammad dethroning Leon Edwards at UFC 304. UFC 304 took place this past Saturday, July 27th at the Co-op Live in Manchester, England.
Kamaru Usman weighs in on a potential Jake Paul vs. Alex Pereira boxing match: “I don’t think it’s an unwinnable fight for Jake”
Harry Kettle - July 24, 2024
UFC legend Kamaru Usman has explained why he thinks there’s a chance Jake Paul could actually beat Alex Pereira in a boxing match. Last weekend, Jake Paul continued his streak of beating MMA fighters in boxing matches. He did so by stopping Mike Perry, who is also known as the biggest star in BKFC. Following the bout, he opted to call out Alex Pereira – the current UFC light heavyweight champion.
Kamaru Usman is adamant he can still be the “Best in the world” despite three-fight UFC losing skid
Curtis Calhoun - July 23, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is transfixed on returning to his previous pound-for-pound great form. Usman hasn’t fought since a middleweight loss to Khamzat Chimaev by majority decision at UFC 294. He’s lost three consecutive fights, including a head kick knockout defeat to Leon Edwards to relinquish the welterweight title at UFC 278.
Video | Georges St-Pierre follows through after losing Stanley Cup bet to Kamaru Usman
Susan Cox - July 16, 2024
Former two-division UFC champion George St-Pierre has followed through after losing a Stanley Cup bet to Kamaru Usman. It was just last month, on June 24th, that the Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers by a score of 2-1, to secure the coveted Stanley Cup Trophy.
Kamaru Usman reveals plans for welterweight return, opens up on who could be next: "It's an interesting spot"
Josh Evanoff - July 16, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is planning to fight at 170 pounds later this year. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ is an interesting spot. Kamaru Usman hasn’t competed since a short-notice clash at middleweight with Khamzat Chimaev last October at UFC 294. Despite being outgrappled by ‘Borz’ early, the former champion made a late rally. Ultimately, Chimaev emerged with a majority-decision victory to remain undefeated.
Kamaru Usman explains what Alex Pereira needs to do in order to obtain pound for pound status: “Don’t be butt hurt about it”
Harry Kettle - July 12, 2024
Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on what Alex Pereira needs to do in order to become the number one pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC. As we know, Alex Pereira is on top of the world right now. He is the UFC light heavyweight champion and in this calendar year, he’s already 2-0. He knocked out Jamahal Hill at UFC 300, and then just a few weeks ago, he knocked out Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303.
Henry Cejudo and Kamaru Usman discuss the chances of Nate Diaz receiving an immediate title shot in his UFC return: “Let’s get serious here”
Harry Kettle - July 11, 2024
Henry Cejudo and Kamaru Usman have given their thoughts on the idea of Nate Diaz being given an immediate title shot if he returns to the UFC. Last weekend, Nate Diaz gained a measure of revenge on Jorge Masvidal. He defeated ‘Gamebred’ in their boxing showdown, and it proved to be a pretty entertaining affair. Of course, now, many are wondering what the future holds for him. Some believe it’ll be another boxing match, whereas others are convinced he’ll head back to mixed martial arts.
Kamaru Usman says it is absurd to think of Nate Diaz as a world class fighter
Susan Cox - July 8, 2024
Kamaru Usman says it is absurd to think of Nate Diaz as a world class fighter. Apparently Henry Cejudo and Kamaru Usman have a difference of opinion when it comes to Nate Diaz.
Video | Kamaru Usman celebrates the Florida Panthers game 7 Stanley Cup victory: “We came and took care of business”
Susan Cox - June 25, 2024
Kamaru Usman, like so many, is celebrating the Florida Panthers game 7 Stanley Cup victory. Usman was in attendance for game 7, sporting his #24 Usman jersey. The former UFC welterweight champion celebrated the Florida Panthers’ victory over the Edmonton Oilers at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
Kamaru Usman admits he was "super nervous" ahead of first Jorge Masvidal showdown: "Is he gonna baptize me?"
Curtis Calhoun - June 20, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal have turned the page on their once-heated rivalry in the Octagon. Usman defeated Masvidal twice during their UFC tenures, including a vicious one-punch knockout at UFC 261. The two welterweight legends will forever be linked for their two scraps inside the Octagon.
Michael ‘Venom’ Page plans to callout Kamaru Usman after finishing Ian Machado Garry at UFC 303
Harry Kettle - June 17, 2024
Michael ‘Venom’ Page is considering calling out Kamaru Usman if he can get through Ian Machado Garry at UFC 303. At UFC 303 later this month, Michael Page will step into the Octagon to battle Ian Machado Garry. For many, the belief is that if MVP can get the job done, he could earn a shot at the UFC welterweight championship.
Kamaru Usman responds to taunts from Shavkat Rakhmonov: “Don’t pull me down”
Susan Cox - June 14, 2024
Kamaru Usman is responding to taunts from Shavkat Rakhmonov. The undefeated ‘Nomad’ has been taking shots at Usman in the process of trying to secure a fight with ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’.
Kamaru Usman becomes the latest to welcome "Fantastic fight" against Dustin Poirier after UFC 302
Curtis Calhoun - June 3, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is open to a potential clash with Dustin Poirier if Poirier decides not to retire just yet. Poirier fell short against UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 on Saturday in Newark. His third lineal UFC title shot didn’t result in a gold belt, but it was an impressive showing from the star fighter nevertheless.
Kamaru Usman flirts with UFC light heavyweight move after faceoff with Jan Blachowicz: "I could do it"
Fernando Quiles - May 26, 2024
Kamaru Usman thinks he can hang in the UFC’s light heavyweight division against the likes of Jan Blachowicz. Usman tried his hand in the middleweight division on short notice against Khamzat Chimaev back in October 2023. It was a competitive fight, but “The Nigerian Nightmare” fell short via majority decision. It was still an impressive performance given how late of a notice Usman received for the fight. With a full camp the former UFC Welterweight Champion feels he could make some noise at light heavyweight.
Kamaru Usman doesn't understand why Colby Covington isn't fighting Ian Machado Garry: "That had a lot of steam on it"
Fernando Quiles - May 23, 2024
Kamaru Usman can’t grasp why a fight hasn’t been made between Colby Covington and Ian Machado Garry. Covington and Garry are two outspoken UFC welterweights who have gone back-and-forth on social media. Covington has taken personal shots at Garry and his wife. “The Future” has challenged Covington publicly, but “Chaos” insists that Garry isn’t serious about sharing the Octagon with him.