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UFC Vegas 13: ‘Santos vs. Teixeira’ Live Results and Highlights
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 13 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira. Santos (21-7 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since UFC 239 in July of 2019, where he suffered a split-decision setback in his effort to dethrone Jon Jones of […]
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UFC Vegas 13 weigh-in results: Headliners on point
On Saturday night, the UFC will return to our screens with the under-the-radar UFC Vegas 13 card out of the Apex facility. The card, which will air on ESPN+, will be headlined by a light heavyweight scrap between former title challengers Glover Teixeira and Thiago Santos. While the next crack at UFC light heavyweight champion […]
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Thiago Santos believes he can steal back title shot from Israel Adesanya with finish over Glover Teixeira
UFC light heavyweight Thiago Santos believes he can steal back the next title shot from Israel Adesanya with a finish over Glover Teixeira. Santos takes on Teixeira in a five-round main event of this weekend’s UFC on ESPN+ 40 event. Santos is the No. 1 ranked contender at 205lbs and Teixeira is ranked No. 3, […]
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Pro fighters make their picks for Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira
In the main event of UFC Vegas 13, a pivotal light heavyweight bout headlines the card as Thiago Santos takes on Glover Teixeira. Heading into the fight, Santos is a -250 favorite while the 41-year-old is a +195 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for […]
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Full betting odds released for UFC on ESPN+ 40: Santos vs. Teixeira
The full betting odds have been released for the 12 fights scheduled to take place at Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 40: Santos vs. Teixeira event. The main event sees two of the top-five light heavyweights in the UFC go at it when Thiago Santos fights Glover Teixeira. Santos has not fought since July 2019, when […]
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Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira betting odds released
The opening betting odds have been released for the upcoming light heavyweight main event between Thiago Santos and Glover Teixeira. Santos vs. Teixeira is the headliner of the upcoming UFC on ESPN+ 40 card, which is set to take place on November 7 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The card has been […]
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Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira booked for third time to headline November Fight Night card
The UFC is hoping the third time is the charm for Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira. Thiago Santos and Glover Teixeira were first set to headline a Fight Night card on Sept. 12 yet Teixeira tested positive for COVID-19 and the fight was moved to Oct. 3. Unfortunately, Santos tested positive for COVID-19 leaving the […]
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Former UFC title challenger Thiago Santos provides update after contracting COVID-19
UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos has provided an update to fans after he contracted COVID-19. Santos was set to square off with Glover Teixeira in a vital showdown between two of the division’s top stars on October 3, but due to “Marreta” testing positive for Coronavirus, that date will no longer be possible. It […]
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Thiago Santos has been forced out of October 3 fight with Glover Teixeira
UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos has been forced out of his upcoming October 3 fight against Glover Teixeira. According to a report from Globo’s Marcelo Barone, Santos tested positive for COVID-19 and his fight against Teixeira set for the October 3 card on Fight Island has been scrapped. Ironically, Santos and Teixeira were supposed […]
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Photo | Thiago Santos looks to be in tremendous shape ahead of UFC return
Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Thiago Santos will make his highly anticipated return to the Octagon against Glover Teixeira next month. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto first reported the Santos vs. Teixeira matchup. It is set to take place headline a UFC Fight Night card on September 12. “Breaking: UFC in the process of finalizing Glover […]
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Yana Kunitskaya thankful for boyfriend Thiago Santos training her for UFC Vegas 6 fight
Yana Kunitskaya didn’t have many options to train with when the COVID-19 pandemic locked people in their homes. Kunitskaya was in Brazil with her boyfriend, Thiago Santos, so all her training was with him. Not only was he her main training partner, but she says the Brazilian will be in her corner and will help […]
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Thiago Santos vs. Glover Teixeira headlines September UFC event
A battle of top-five light heavyweights will headline a UFC event in September as Thiago Santos will make his return to the Octagon against Glover Teixeira. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto first reported the Santos vs. Teixeira matchup. It is set to take place on September 12 at a newly-revealed UFC event that as of right now […]
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Jon Jones says he has spoiled fight fans: “Now victory isn’t enough”
UFC light heavyweight king Jon Jones feels he has spoiled fight fans to the point that simply winning his fights is not longer enough. While many fans and pundits alike consider Jones to be the greatest of all time, he has certainly had some difficulty in defending the Light Heavyweight Championship in his last two […]
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Thiago Santos calls for title fight against Dominick Reyes following Jon Jones arrest
Thiago Santos believes he and Dominick Reyes should fight for the light heavyweight title following the arrest of Jon Jones. On Thursday afternoon, news broke that UFC light heavyweight champion, Jon Jones was arrested for a DWI and negligent use of a firearm. It is no doubt a bad look for the champion who has […]
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Thiago Santos eyeing July return, turned down UFC’s offer of unranked opponent
UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos says he is planning a comeback to the Octagon in July and he has already been offered an opponent by the UFC. Santos last competed at UFC 239 in July 2019 when he lost a split decision to UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. It was the most competitive […]
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Michael Bisping announces his year-end MMA awards
Michael Bisping recently down with co-host Luis J Gomez on his podcast to announce the long-awaited results of his Believe You Me 2019 awards. Here are the former middleweight champ’s awards: Breakout Fighter of The Year: Jairzinho Rozenstruik Islam Makhachev, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, Jared Cannonier and Alexander Volkanovski all were pedalled as Breakout Fighter nominees. Volkanovski […]
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Thiago Santos updates on recovery, gives timeframe for return
Having been on the sidelines due to knee surgery since his title fight against Jon Jones at UFC 239 this past summer, Thiago Santos has finally given a timeline for when he expects to return, and he’s still got some waiting ahead. Speaking to MMA Junkie while in Washington, D.C. for the UFC’s latest fight […]
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Yana Kunitskaya believes boyfriend Thiago Santos beat Jon Jones, hopes for immediate rematch
Yana Kunitskaya believes her boyfriend, Thiago Santos, should be the UFC’s light heavyweight champion right now. Back in July at UFC 239, Santos took on Jon Jones. Many thought it would be an easy fight for the champion “Bones.” Yet, that is far from what happened, as Jones barely edged out a split-decision. Some, including […]
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Thiago Santos credits girlfriend Yana Kunitskaya for helping him recover after Jon Jones fight
UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos is crediting his girlfriend, UFC women’s bantamweight contender Yana Kunitskaya, for helping him recover after suffering devastating knee injuries during his fight against Jon Jones at UFC 239. Santos pushed Jones to the brink of defeat but ultimately lost a split decision in one of the more controversial decisions […]
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Thiago Santos wants Jon Jones when he returns, no tune-up fight necessary
Top-ranked light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos says that he wants a rematch with UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones when he returns to the Octagon in 2020. He says a tune-up fight is not necessary. Santos spoke to Guilherme Cruz of MMAFighting.com and said that he desires a rematch with Jones, who edged out a […]
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Thiago Santos wants 2020 title shot upon return
Thiago Santos has been getting back to form after sustaining multiple injuries during his split decision loss against the current heavyweight champion, Jon Jones in July. He suffered complete and partial torn ligaments, forcing the fighter to undergo surgery. However, the title challenger already has his sights set on a 2020 return for the heavyweight […]
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PHOTO | Thiago Santos in incredible shape following recent surgery
Thiago Santos sustained some serious injuries in his July split decision loss to UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Despite his valiant effort, the Brazilian challenger exited the cage with a torn ACL, MCL, PCL and meniscus in his left knee and a partially torn meniscus in his right. Unsurprisingly, these injuries required Santos to […]
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Thiago Santos demands rematch with Jon Jones
UFC light heavyweight contender Thiago Santos is demanding a rematch against Jon Jones following knee surgery after a close loss at UFC 239. Jones defended the UFC light heavyweight title with scores of 48-47, 47-48, and 48-47 for a split decision nod at UFC 239. Many thought Jones lost the fight and that Santos deserved […]
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Jon Jones willing to give Thiago Santos an immediate rematch upon recovery
At UFC 239, Jon Jones defended his light heavyweight title as he edged out a split-decision win over Thiago Santos. It was a very close fight that some even thought the Brazilian had won. What made it more impressive was the fact that Santos had torn every ligament in his knee and was practically fighting […]
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Thiago Santos ‘dreams’ of rematch against Jon Jones
Thiago Santos had the biggest fight of his MMA carer this past Saturday against Jon Jones in the main event of UFC 239. Thought he officially lost a split decision, he gained the respect of the entire MMA community for not only giving Jones a tough fight, but for fighting 25 minutes with two severely-damaged […]
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Anthony Smith shares interesting takeaway from Jon Jones’ UFC 239 performance
UFC light heavyweight contender Anthony Smith is the only man to have fought both Jon Jones and Thiago Santos. As such, he has some unique insight into the pair’s UFC 239 fight, which Jones won via narrow split decision — easily one of his least impressive performances of late. Smith gave his thoughts on Jones’ […]
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UFC 239 medical suspensions revealed, Ben Askren gets lengthy sit after KO loss
Last weekend, the Octagon returned to Las Vegas, Nevada for International Fight Week and a stacked UFC 239 card. In the main event, light heavyweight champion, Jon Jones defended his title as he edged out a split-decision over Thiago Santos. During the fight, the Brazilian’s knee buckled numerous times, while “Bones” had to be carried […]
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Even in defeat to Jon Jones, Thiago Santos gave hope to an ebbing light heavyweight division
Paradise, Nevada was on the verge of descending into hell for light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, who came within a scorecard of losing a split decision to gutsy contender Thiago Santos at UFC 239 on Saturday night. One opinion is literally all that stood between continuity and a seismic shift in the division ushering in […]