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Kevin Lee suggests that a lack of “challenges” prevent Khabib Nurmagomedov from being “an all time great”
Former UFC interim lightweight title challenger Kevin Lee had plenty to say about the legacy of Khabib Nurmagomedov. Lee spoke to Ariel Helwani of the MMA Hour, showcasing his distain of the fact the always rumored battles between Lee and Nurmagomedov never became a reality. Lee puts blame on Dominance MMA head hancho, and Nurmagomedov’s […]
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Report: Kevin Lee vs Gregor Gillespie being discussed for UFC 244
Former UFC interim lightweight title challenger Kevin Lee is reportedly ready to return to the lightweight division, and he’s got an undefeated opponent waiting for him. MMA Junkie was first to report that Kevin Lee vs Gregor Gillespie is being discussed for UFC 244 on November 2nd in New York. This will mark the return […]
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Kevin Lee: Ben Askren is ‘easiest fight out of anybody’
Kevin Lee certainly doesn’t see a scenario where a matchup with Ben Askren would be all that competitive. Now that “The Motown Phenom” has had a taste of the welterweight division — and with plans to stay at 170-pounds — a fight between him and Askren is something that could be on the table. With […]
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Reasons to watch UFC on ESPN+ 10
The Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, New York will house the action for this weekend’s UFC on ESPN+ 10. Let’s take a look at some of the more compelling reasons to tune in. The 13 fight card will culminate with a pair of lightweight fighters that have since made the move to 170 pounds. Moreover, […]
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Kevin Lee follows through on prediction | What’s Next?
Kevin Lee follows through on prediction | What’s Next? Kevin Lee overcame some third round adversity in the form of a well executed spinning wheel kick, compliments of Edson Barboza in last night’s UFC Fight Night 128 main event in Atlantic City. Despite being kicked in the face and put on wobbly legs in the […]
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UFC 178 Results: Lee Earns Decision Win Against Tuck
Jon Tuck and Kevin Lee concluded the UFC Fight Pass portion of the preliminary bouts with their lightweight fight. Jon Tuck seemed to possess all of the momentum in the opening round, but two low blows in a row caused him a point and ultimately the decision. Lee set up his takedowns with nice combinations […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Edgar Finishes Penn in Round 3, Penn Retires After Fight
The trilogy may be over, but BJ Penn’s legacy will live forever in the UFC Hall of Fame. Frankie Edgar, on the other hand, could stumble upon some UFC gold in his future with his win tonight. While standing, Penn looked light on his feet and ready to stuff the takedown. Edgar, on the other […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Anderson Inks UFC Contract by Finishing Van Buren In 1 Minute
It has been the finale of finishes! This was the second Ultimate Fighter Tournament final tonight and it was the second finish in a row. This time, it was Corey Anderson knocking Matt Van Buren out cold to earn a UFC contract. Anderson caught Van Buren off guard with a right-left combination when they met […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Gordon KOs Lima in Round 1, Earns UFC Contract
Eddie Gordon’s nickname “The Truck” is fitting. His truck of an overhand right won him a contract with the Ultimate Fighting Championship tonight. Gordon backed Lima up against the fence and landed a devastating, loud overhand right. If it wasn’t for the fence holding Lima up, he would have fallen straight to the mat. With […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Lewis Knocks Inocente Out in Round 1
Derrick “The Black Beast” Lewis has scary power. Lewis caught a leg kick and turned it into a takedown. As he was towering over Inocente, he tried to land a diving shot but he met nothing but canvas. From Inocente’s half-guard, Lewis blasted him with three right hands. Inocente became limper with every shot Lewis […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Ortiz Picks Up Decision Win Over Scoggins
Dustin Ortiz and Justin Scoggins lived up to the reputation of flyweights in the octagon; They go as hard in round three as they do in round one! Dustin Ortiz found success early with takedowns and utilized them to gain some momentum. He almost walked into an armbar but he powered through it and escaped […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Lee Outlasts Ronson and Earns Decision Win
This bout may not have lived up to the expectations it had as the main-event of the preliminaries, but it was a great display of each man neutralizing their opponent’s offense. Jesse Ronson found his range early and was able to land a couple lead uppercuts before Kevin Lee adapted to it. Since Lee adjusted, […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Issa Traps Tuerxun in an Armbar, Gets Win in Round 3
Leandro Issa may have broken the rules in the second round, but he almost broke his opponent’s arm in the third. After a successful first round, Issa took two steps backward in the second when he grabbed the fence to complete a sweep on Tuerxun. Referee Mario Yamasaki paused the fight and stood both individuals […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Martins Brutally KOs Puig in First Round
Adriano Martins is a BJJ specialist, but he just dished out one of the best knockouts of the weekend. Martins had no problem getting within striking distance of Puig. As Puig was stepping in for a strike, Martins countered with a short right hook that sent Puig crashing to the mat. Puig was out cold […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Walsh Smothers Spohn, Picks Up Decision Win
Both light heavyweights were contestants on “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 19 and had a chance to prove themselves to Dana White tonight. Daniel Spohn proved that he is not great off his back and Patrick Walsh proved he is great at controlling his opponent while on top. Walsh dominated this fight by smothering Spohn with […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Moras Beats Dufresne by way of Unanimous Decision
This bout was all about mat-work. Alexis Dufresne was content with taking the fight to the ground and had almost triple the top-control time her opponent did. Moras was active off of her back and kept working for better positioning while Dufresne was contempt with laying on top of her. Dufresne performed well in the […]
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“TUF 19 Finale” Results: Drysdale Forces Berish to Submit In Round 1
We kicked off the night with a quick submission win from Robert Drysdale. Keith Berish submitted while in a rear naked choke, but it was likely a leg injury that forced him to tap. Drysdale was hanging onto a standing Berish like a backpack with a body triangle while working for a rear naked choke. […]
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“TUF 19 Finale: Penn vs. Edgar 3” Live Results
For the second day in a row, the Mandalay Bay Events Center will play host to the UFC! Tonight we see “The Prodigy” BJ Penn in action against “The Answer” Frankie Edgar for the third time. This will be their first bout against each other at featherweight. We will also see the culmination of the […]
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UFC 169 Medical Suspensions: 8 Fighters Receive Indefinite Suspensions
UFC 169 is a wrap and you know what that means…time for medical suspensions. None of the fighters in the two title fights received any, but overall there were 8 fighters who received indefinite suspensions. The New Jersey Athletic Control Board released the full list of medical suspensions from UFC 169. Jamie Varner received a […]