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Khabib Nurmagomedov fighting at UFC 242 could hinge on Wednesday's NSAC meeting
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
The octagon will return to Abu Dhabi on September 7 for UFC 242, and a lightweight title unification bout between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier is expected to headline the card. With that said, Khabib’s willingness to participate on the Abu Dhabi fight card could hinge on the upcoming Nevada State Athletic Commisssion meeting set for May 22.
Amanda Nunes and Tyron Woodley share nice exchange after 9 years of friendship
Thomas Taylor - May 18, 2019
Tyron Woodley and Amanda Nunes have been friends for 9 years. The former UFC welterweight champ and current UFC bantamweight and featherweight champ first met each other during their days as Strikeforce fighters, and got close during their time as stablemates at American Top Team in Florida. The pair opened up on their close friendship on Twitter over the weekend.
UFC Rochester: Lee vs. Dos Anjos Live Results
Chris Taylor - May 18, 2019
The octagon returns to New York this evening for UFC Rochester, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by a welterweight scrap between Rafael dos Anjos and Kevin Lee. Rafael dos Anjos will enter tonight’s contest looking to rebound, this after suffering back-to-back decision losses to Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington in his most recent octagon appearances.
Darren Till and Tyson Fury dish on recent meeting
Thomas Taylor - May 18, 2019
UFC welterweight contender Darren Till recently had the chance to meet one of his personal heroes in heavyweight boxing star Tyson Fury. Till and Fury crossed paths in England and posed for a picture together, which the former shared on his Instagram page.
Jon Jones responds to ‘roider’ comments from Thiago Santos
Chris Taylor - May 17, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones will put his title on the line in the main event of UFC 239 against surging division contender Thiago Santos. Santos recently made headlines when he trashed Jones suggesting he would be remembered as a ‘roider’ and a ‘drunk’.
UFC 239 | Thiago Santos rips ‘roider’ Jon Jones
Christopher Taylor - May 17, 2019
Surging UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos will challenge current division champ Jon Jones in the headliner of July’s UFC 239 event. The Brazilian knockout artist, Santos (21-6 MMA), is riding an impressive four fight win streak which includes finishes of Jan Blachowicz, Jimi Manuwa and Erik Anders respectively.
Tyron Woodley explains why he pulled out of Robbie Lawler rematch
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2019
Earlier today it was reported that Tyron Woodley was forced to pull out of his scheduled UFC Minneapolis main event fight against Robbie Lawler. The two were set to run it back following their first encounter at UFC 201. There, Woodley knocked out Lawler in the first round to become the new champion. “The Chosen One” was looking to get back on track after losing his belt to Kamaru Usman in his most recent octagon appearance at UFC 235. But, a hand injury has forced Woodley to pull out of the fight and he explained why on Instagram live.
Jon Jones eyes three more light heavyweight fights
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2019
Jon Jones is set to once again defend his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 239 when he takes on Thiago Santos. “Bones” is coming off of a decision win at UFC 235 over Anthony Smith to defend his title. There is no question the Brazilian will be a tough fight for Jones. Santos has tremendous knockout power, which he has showcased since making the move up to light heavyweight.
Nate Diaz opens as betting favorite over Anthony Pettis for UFC 241 clash
Drake Riggs - May 17, 2019
Any proposed match-up involving Stockton’s own one-time UFC lightweight title challenger and season 5 of The Ultimate Fighter winner, Nate Diaz (19-11) never feels official these days until he’s actually making that walk to the Octagon. Regardless, he is indeed scheduled to make his return to action after a three-year layoff. It was recently announced that the younger of the Diaz brothers will be set to face off in a welterweight bout against the former WEC and UFC lightweight champion, Anthony “Showtime” Pettis (22-8).
Matt Serra weighs in on BJ Penn’s fighting future following UFC 237
Matheus Costa - May 17, 2019
Last saturday wasn’t a easy night for BJ Penn as he suffered his seventh straight loss at UFC 237 after being defeated by Clay Guida via unanimous decision. And while there’s a lot of fans and even fighters calling for the legend’s retirement, Mr. Penn has received a backup on his cause from a notorious former opponent. Matt Serra, a former UFC welterweight champion, spoke about Penn’s last fights on the “UFC Unfiltered Podcast”. The headcoach for Serra-Longo’s Team showed some love to “The Prodigy” and didn’t join those who want to see him hanging up his gloves – for now.
Santiago Ponzinibbio calls for Robbie Lawler fight, trashes Darren Till
Tom Taylor - May 17, 2019
When it was announced that Tyron Woodley had been forced out of his UFC Minneapolis main event rematch with Robbie Lawler with a hand injury, it opened the door for several opportunistic welterweights to attempt to step and replace him. The first to do so was Darren Till, who specified that he would fight Lawler in Minneapolis, if Lawler agreed to meet at 175 pounds rather than 170.
Gillian Robertson vs. Sarah Frota added to UFC 240
Matheus Costa - May 17, 2019
The UFC has added another interesting fight to the UFC 240 preliminary card. As reported by the Brazilian website Combate, Gillian Robertson will return to her home country of Canada to face Sarah Frota in the flyweight division. UFC 240 will be taking place on July 27th at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Looking to build some momentum in the flyweight division, Gillian Robertson will try to give a harsh welcome to the Brazilian fighter with the mission to add her third win in her last four fights.