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Dana White interested in Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Georges St-Pierre, but unsure if GSP can make 155lbs
UFC president Dana White is interested in Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Georges St-Pierre, but he’s unsure if GSP can actually make 155lbs. Nurmagomedov vs. GSP is a superfight that has been talked about for a few years now by both fighters, the fans, the media, and even White himself. It would be a massive superfight between […]
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Francis Ngannou frustrated with Stipe Micoic and the lack of heavyweight title fights
Francis Ngannou isn’t happy with the state of the heavyweight division. After Ngannou knocked out Jairzinho Rozenstruik in just 20 seconds to extend his winning streak to four, many figured he would be next in line for the title shot. However, after Stipe Miocic defeated Daniel Cormier at UFC 252, he said he would need […]
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Dana White says Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje is “trending to be the biggest fight” in UFC history
Dana White is expecting the UFC 254 pay-per-view headlined by a lightweight title fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje to do big business. In the lead up to the PPV, it has felt like a big fight as Nurmagomedov is a massive star and many think Gaethje is the toughest challenge for the champ. […]
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Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coach believes McGregor is a tougher overall test when compared to Gaethje
Javier Mendez believes Khabib Nurmagomedov has already fought the toughest challenge for his title and that was Conor McGregor. In the main event of UFC 254, Nurmagomedov is set to defend his lightweight title against the interim champion, Justin Gaethje. In the lead up to the fight, many pundits have said Gaethje will be Khabib […]
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Rafael dos Anjos vs. Islam Makhachev matchup rescheduled for UFC Vegas 15
A lightweight fight between Islam Makhachev and Rafael dos Anjos has been rescheduled for UFC Vegas 15 on November 14. This news was first reported by MMADNA.nl. Makhachev, the UFC’s No. 12-ranked lightweight contender and dos Anjos, the division’s former champion, were originally scheduled to collide on the main card of UFC 254 in Abu […]
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Justin Gaethje expects losing his father to be “driving factor” for Khabib Nurmagomedov, but vows to make him quit
UFC interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje believes losing his father to COVID-19 will be a “driving factor” for Khabib Nurmagomedov. Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov passed away at the age of 57 in July after a fatal battle with COVID-19. It’s a big loss for the sport, but most of all it’s a big loss for “The Eagle”. […]
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Michael Chandler explains disinterest in short-notice Islam Makhachev fight
Former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler has explained why he wasn’t interested in fighting Islam Makhachev on short-notice. Chandler, who has yet to make his UFC debut, is on standby on Fight Island in Abu Dhabi in the event that Khabib Nurmagomedov or Justin Gaethje is unable to compete in the UFC 254 headliner this […]
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Just Scrap Radio Ep. 15 with Javier Mendez, Sam Alvey & Casey Kenney
The 15th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with Cole Shelton is here ahead of UFC 254. We’re first joined by Khabib Nurmagomedov’s head coach, Javier Mendez (2:34). Next, UFC light heavyweight, Sam Alvey (16:27) joins the program. Closing out the show is UFC bantamweight, Casey Kenney (28:16). Javier Mendez opens up the show […]
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Full betting odds released for UFC 254: Nurmagomedov vs. Gaethje
The full betting odds have been released for the 12 fights scheduled to take place at Saturday’s UFC 254: Nurmagomedov vs. Gaethje event. In the main event, UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to unify his belt against interim champion Justin Gaethje. Nurmagomedov is 28-0 and is unbeaten in the UFC with a 12-0 record, […]
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Justin Gaethje, Dustin Poirier get heated over respective interim title wins
Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier had a heated exchange on Tuesday, getting into it over their respective interim title wins. Poirier and Gaethje fought in 2018, with the former winning by fourth-round TKO. Poirier later went on to capture the UFC’s interim lightweight title with a win over Max Holloway, but lost it when he […]
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Angela Hill vs. Tecia Torres 2 added to UFC 256
The rematch between women’s strawweight contenders Angela Hill and Tecia Torres has been booked to take place at UFC 256 later this year. MMAjunkie.com was the first to report the rematch between Hill and Torres that is set to take place at UFC 256 on December 12 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. […]
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Michael Chandler still believes Tony Ferguson is “the logical, best choice” for UFC debut
Michael Chandler is still eyeing a dance with Tony Ferguson for his first fight in the UFC. The pair were briefly intended to be the co-main event at UFC 254, but an agreement could not be reached. Speaking at the UFC 254 virtual media day, Chandler admitted that provided he doesn’t fight this weekend, “El […]
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Justin Gaethje highlights key area where Tony Ferguson trumps Khabib Nurmagomedov
Justin Gaethje has highlighted a key difference between his next opponent, Khabib Nurmagomedov and his last foe, Tony Ferguson. Gaethje captured the UFC’s interim lightweight with a defeat of Ferguson back at UFC 249 in May. Gaethje was the picture of dominance in that fight, but Ferguson’s heart and toughness allowed him to survive until […]
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Breaking: Marlon Vera slated for return opposite featherweight legend Jose Aldo at UFC 255
Marlon Vera will reportedly return to the Octagon at UFC 255, where he’ll take on former UFC featherweight champion and MMA legend Jose Aldo. News of this matchup was first reported by Brazilian publication Combate. Marlon Vera has long been a fringe contender in the 135-pound bantamweight division, but had struggled to pick up a […]
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Khabib Nurmagomedov says Dustin Poirier has shown “his weakness” by accepting rematch with Conor McGregor
UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov believes Dustin Poirier has shown his weakness by considering a 170-pound fight with Conor McGregor. Poirier and McGregor seem to be on the verge of agreeing to a January 23 showdown, more than six years on from their featherweight encounter at UFC 178. Alas, while both men are aiming to get […]
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Danielle Nickerson opens up on alleged abuse from UFC star Mike Perry
Danielle Nickerson has opened up on the abuse she allegedly suffered at the hands of her ex-husband, UFC welterweight star “Platinum” Mike Perry Nickerson previously alluded to abuse issues during her time with Perry, but in an interview with MMA Junkie, shed new light on what she allegedly went through. She claims that she was […]
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Khamzat Chimaev throws out old school suggestion for Dana White: “Let’s piss everybody off”
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has suggested the idea of fighting three times in one night to UFC president Dana White. After going 3-0 in 2020 with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Chimaev has quickly established himself as one to watch at both welterweight and middleweight. With a parade of fighters offering to take him on, it […]
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Mike Perry issues statement denying abuse of ex-wife: “I did not put my hands on my ex”
UFC welterweight Mike Perry has issued a statement denying abuse of his ex-wife, saying that “I did not put my hands on my ex.” Perry was previously in a relationship with Danielle Nickerson (aka “The Platinum Princess), who has hinted at signs of an abusive relationship in several social media posts. According to Perry in […]
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Conor McGregor claims he was up two rounds before being stopped by Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229
Conor McGregor believes he was beating Khabib Nurmagomedov before he got submitted at UFC 229. In the main event of the card, McGregor was making his long-awaited and highly-anticipated return to the sport against Nurmagomedov who was looking for his first title defense. Ultimately, it was the Dagestani champion who scored a fourth-round submission and […]
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Justin Gaethje plans to “ruin Dana White’s day” by beating Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254
Justin Gaethje is looking to ruin Dana White and Ali Abdelaziz’s plans and day by beating Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254. In the lead up to UFC 254, Nurmagomedov revealed Dana White and Abdelaziz told him they had something special for him if he beats Gaethje at UFC 254. So, for “The Highlight” he says […]
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Khabib Nurmagomedov slams Michael Chandler: “He’s not a high-level championship fighter”
Khabib Nurmagomedov is not impressed with the newly signed UFC lightweight, Michael Chandler. Following Chandler’s knockout win over Benson Henderson under the Bellator banner, he became a free agent. Shortly thereafter, he signed with the UFC and it was announced he would be the backup fighter for the lightweight title fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and […]
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Khabib Nurmagomedov explains why McGregor vs. Poirier 2 will have no impact on lightweight division
UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov explained why Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier 2 has no impact on the UFC lightweight division. The UFC is targeting the rematch between “Notorious” and “The Diamond” to take place on January 23, 2021. It’s an important fight for both men, with the winner likely next in line to fight […]
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What’s next for Brian Ortega and Korean Zombie after UFC Fight Island 6?
In the main event of UFC Fight Island 6, Brian Ortega was returning after nearly two years away to battle Chan Sung Jung aka Korean Zombie. UFC president, Dana White said the winner would be getting the next title shot and it was Ortega getting the job done. “T-City” dominated the fight from start to […]
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Joaquin Buckley says Donald Trump called Dana White about viral KO, adds he still works at Walgreens
UFC middleweight Joaquin Buckley says U.S. President Donald Trump called Dana White after his viral KO, adding he still works at Walgreens. Buckley knocked out Impa Kasanganay in stunning fashion at UFC Fight Island 5 with a spinning back kick right to the dome. Buckley’s knockout went viral, with celebrities such as Kanye West giving […]
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Joanna Jedrzejczyk lays out timeframe, terms for UFC return
Former UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk has shared the timeframe for her return to the Octagon—and the likely terms for that return. Jedrzejczyk, one of the best female fighters of all time, has not fought since March, when she came up short to reigning UFC strawweight champion Weili Zhang in one of the best fights […]
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Brian Ortega breaks down potential matchup with Alexander Volkanovski
Brian Ortega has shared his initial thoughts on a potential fight with UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. Ortega made a triumphant return to the Octagon at UFC Fight Island 6 last weekend, picking up a decision win over “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung after almost two years away from the cage. Ahead of this […]
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UFC Fight Island 6 medical suspensions released
The medical suspensions for last Saturday’s UFC Fight Island 6 card have been released, and not many fighters are facing long sits. Because the UFC Fight Island 6 card occured on Fight Island in Abu Dhabi, outside the jurisdiction of a major athletic commission, the UFC handled medical suspensions for the card internally. See the […]
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Brian Ortega opens up on changes that led to dominant “Korean Zombie” win
Brian Ortega has never looked better than he did in his Saturday night unanimous decision victory over “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung. Ortega’s win over the Korean topped the UFC Fight Island 6 card in Abu Dhabi. The fight was his first since a 2018 stoppage loss to Max Holloway, who was then the […]