Author: Ayobam Abdul-Azeez
New Zealander Dan Hooker is set to return to action after being knocked out at UFC 257 in January by Michael Chandler. Nate Diaz made a highly anticipated return at UFC 263 last Saturday night. In a five-round welterweight clash with No. 3 ranked contender Leon Edwards. Diaz came up short via lopsided unanimous decision. Immediately following the loss, Diaz expressed interest in returning to work in four months and with that piqued Hooker’s interest. Dan Hooker expected to face Nate Diaz at UFC 266 “It’s an exciting fight, he’s a guy people want to see,” Hooker told Sportskeeda’s John…
Colby Covington is not willing to fulfill his dream of knocking out Jorge Masvidal in the cage. Colby Covington is not willing to fulfill his dream of knocking out Jorge Masvidal in the cage. His rematch with Kamaru Usman, which would be for the title, is now the main objective. That being the case, a few hours ago he spoke to MMA Junkie and left a strong message to the great UFC Welterweight fighter. However, the fans are still waiting for that crossover. Not mincing words, Covington said, “It doesn’t make sense. I’m not going to let people downplay…
On June 12, Brandon Moreno won the UFC flyweight title by defeating Deiveson Figueiredo. For many experts and fans, the Mexican fighter started as a victim. At the conclusion of UFC 263, Dana White admitted that he shared that opinion. During his appearance before the media at the end of the event, Dana spoke frankly about Brandon Moreno. The promoter’s president accepted that he thought Figueiredo would clearly beat Moreno. However, he said he was happy that the Tijuana native had made history for Mexico. Video: Dana White admits that Brandon Moreno was not his favorite at UFC 263. “I’m…
As the hangover from UFC 263 begins to dissipate, it’s time to start thinking about UFC 264, the highly anticipated trilogy between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor. A duel that for many was a surprise when it was announced, but that has a lot at stake. Beyond closing out the Poirier-McGregor rivalry, the bout will shape the future of the UFC 155-pound ranks. The winner of the bout will be the next contender for the lightweight title. Conor McGregor says he’s focused and confident of beating Dustin Poirier Dustin had in his hands the opportunity to dispute the title against…
At UFC 263, Leon Edwards and Nate Diaz starred in a 25-minute battle. ‘Rocky’ dominated Diaz for most of the fight, as reflected in his unanimous decision victory, but in the final round he was nearly knocked out by Diaz. After sharing a grueling contest, it appears that both warriors have developed some mutual respect for each other. It also appears that Diaz, who has proven adept at getting what he wants out of UFC and the sport of MMA, shared some knowledge with Edwards. Leon Edwards reveals what Nate Diaz said to him after their fight The Briton shared…
Henry Cejudo is proud of his former training partner, new flyweight champion Brandon Moreno. Brandon ‘The Assassin Baby’ Moreno became the first Mexican-born fighter to win a UFC title when he submitted Brazilian Deiveson Figueiredo in the third round last Saturday at UFC 263. Cejudo, a former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion born in the United States with Latino blood, congratulated Brandon backstage on his historic victory. Henry Cejudo congratulates Brandon Moreno and warns him he will hear from him https://www.instagram.com/p/CQE6z8NDiWm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link “It’s crazy to say that we used to be each other’s main training partners back in the day. I…
UFC 263 All-Star Headliner: Adesanya vs. Vettori Israel Adesanya defeats Marvin Vettori By unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45, 50-45) – Round 5, 5:00 Brandon Moreno defeats Deiveson Figueiredo By way of submission (mataleón) – Round 3, 2:26 Results: UFC 263: Adesanya vs. Vettori Leon Edwards defeats Nate Diaz By way of unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 49-46) – Round 5, 5:00 Belal Muhammad defeats Demian Maia By Way of Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) – Round 3, 5:00 Paul Craig defeats Jamahal Hill By way of TKO (fists) – Round 1, 1:59 UFC 263 prelims: Adesanya vs. Vettori Brad Riddell defeats…
Jairzinho Rozenstruik scored an important win over Augusto Sakai in the UFC Vegas 28 main event fight. Rozenstruik got back to winning ways with a TKO over Sakai in the last second of the first round. Jairzinho reminded the world that he has power in his hands and is a patient fighter who bides his time. Video: Jairzinho Rozenstruik knocks out Augusto Sakai at UFC Vegas 28 The first round of the fight did not have much action beyond some sporadic exchanges of punches. Initially Rozentruik looked to maintain control of the center of the octagon. He gradually drove Sakai…
The legendary Georges St-Pierre recently revealed financial facts about his time with the UFC. The Canadian wrote an essay titled “UFC Won’t Pay You Fair Unless You Make Them,” for Wealthsimple magazine. There, Georges shares some figures he received from UFC during his career. For example, in his UFC 46 debut back in 2004, St-Pierre earned $3,000 for fighting and $3,000 more for beating Karo Parysian. In his first championship fight against Matt Hughes, he only received $9,000 as he was defeated by the champion. Georges St-Pierre reveals how he finally got UFC to pay him well It wouldn’t be…
Demian Maia fought the last fight remaining on his UFC contract. However, he is hoping UFC will give him one last fight to end his MMA career. This past Saturday, Maia fought and lost to Belal Muhammad at UFC 263 held at the Gila River Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Unfortunately, that would be the last fight remaining on her contract with the promoter. Demian Maia wants last fight of his career to be with Nate Diaz For the company president, that was probably Demian Maia’s last presentation. In his appearance before the media, Dana spoke about the Brazilian’s future. “I…