Veteran middleweight Robert Whittaker expressed his gratitude towards Ikram Aliskerov for stepping up at short notice to fight him in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Originally scheduled to face Khamzat Chimaev, Whittaker had to adjust his game plan as Chimaev fell ill and withdrew from the fight. However, Whittaker remains focused on his new opponent and is
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The main event of UFC on ESPN 58 at the UFC Apex ended in a surprising manner, with the undefeated Tatsuro Taira securing a second-round stoppage of Alex Perez. Taira, despite earning the biggest win of his UFC career, faced criticism for the way the fight ended. After executing a unique body triangle while on
The highly anticipated UFC 303 event took a major hit when it was announced that both Conor McGregor and Jamahal Hill would be unable to compete due to injuries. McGregor, known for his fierce fighting style, was set to face Michael Chandler in a highly anticipated bout. However, a series of injuries prevented McGregor from
UFC CEO Dana White made a shocking announcement on Thursday night that Conor McGregor would no longer be fighting Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29 in Las Vegas. This news undoubtedly sent shockwaves throughout the MMA community as McGregor has a reputation for rarely pulling out of fights. With McGregor out due to
The second half of the PFL season is upon us, and the excitement is palpable as fighters gear up for the most crucial stretch of the year. Unlike traditional sports where the drama is often reserved for the playoffs, in the PFL, the second round of the regular season is where the real intrigue lies.
Dustin Poirier, the talented lightweight fighter, faced a devastating loss at UFC 302 against Islam Makhachev. The defeat left Poirier considering retirement, a decision that was influenced by his desire to capture the UFC lightweight championship. Surprisingly, Poirier revealed that he had planned to retire on the same night he won the title, placing his
Nassourdine Imavov recently achieved the biggest win of his UFC career by defeating former title challenger Jared Cannonier by TKO in the fourth round. The fight took place inside the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Imavov showcased an impressive performance, finishing Cannonier with punches along the fence at 1:34 of the fourth round. However,
As Alexander Volkanovski continues to recover from his unexpected knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, uncertainty looms over his next opponent and the weight class in which he will compete. Despite not having all the details ironed out, one thing remains certain – Volkanovski’s unyielding passion to compete at the highest level in the UFC. The
When it comes to the UFC pound-for-pound rankings, the name on everyone’s lips right now is Islam Makhachev. With a stellar record of 26-1 and an impressive win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, Makhachev has certainly caught the attention of fans and voters alike. However, there are some dissenting voices, most notably UFC CEO
The UFC made an unexpected announcement on Monday that it would be postponing the news conference set to take place in Dublin. The event was supposed to feature Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler, but the organization did not provide a reason for the sudden change in plans. This news comes as a surprise to fans
In a battle for the lightweight title at UFC 302, Islam Makhachev managed to retain his status as the champion by defeating Dustin Poirier in the fifth round. Throughout the fight, Makhachev showed his dominance over Poirier, who was never able to secure the undisputed championship despite multiple attempts. Makhachev, with a record of 26-1
UFC 302 is set to feature a highly-anticipated lightweight championship fight between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier. Poirier, who is no stranger to championship contention, will be looking to finally capture the elusive title that has escaped him on two previous occasions. With Makhachev being the defending champion, the pressure is on Poirier to deliver
Jack Della Maddalena, an Australian fighter, was all geared up to compete in his hometown at UFC 305 in Perth. However, his plans were thwarted due to complications arising from arm surgery that was a result of an injury sustained during UFC 299. The fighter took to social media to announce that he has been
Nick Diaz, a legendary figure in the world of mixed martial arts, is set to make his highly anticipated return to the UFC in August. The older brother of UFC star Nate Diaz, Nick Diaz will face Vicente Luque in a five-round welterweight bout at UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi. This announcement came as
In a recent announcement made by UFC president Dana White, an intriguing welterweight matchup between Ian Garry and Michael “Venom” Page has been added to the UFC 303 event. Garry, currently undefeated with a record of 14-0 in MMA and 7-0 in the UFC, is ranked at No. 7 in the welterweight division. On the
In a bold move that shook the sports entertainment industry, TKO announced the merger of the live-events teams for both WWE and UFC into a single, fully integrated unit known as the TKO Live Events Strategy Team. This strategic decision aims to capitalize on the combined power and expertise of both promotions to maximize event
As UFC 302 approaches, the excitement around betting on the upcoming title defense between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier is palpable. The odds currently favor Makhachev at -550, making him the clear favorite. One strategy to consider is betting on Makhachev inside the distance at -275. This bet seems reasonable considering Makhachev’s past performances, where
A rematch for the ages is set to take place next month as former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva is scheduled to go toe-to-toe with Chael Sonnen in a boxing match on June 15 in Brazil. The announcement, made by the Spaten Fight Night promotion, has sparked excitement among MMA fans worldwide. Silva, at 49,