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Amanda Nunes dismisses the idea of any future UFC belts in her weight classes as fake and mocks Julianna Peña

Amanda Nunes has unequivocally put an end to any speculation regarding a potential comeback and dismissed any talk from her supposed challengers. The “Lioness” decided to retire on her own terms at UFC 289 in Vancouver, following a unanimous decision win over Irene Aldana in the headline event. After her sixth successful defense of her 135-pound title, Nunes, a two-division champion, placed both her bantamweight … Continue reading Amanda Nunes dismisses the idea of any future UFC belts in her weight classes as fake and mocks Julianna Peña

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Mayra Bueno Silva may support Amanda Nunes, but she foresees Irene Aldana winning in UFC 289 as “She’s not hungry”

Mayra Bueno Silva, a Brazilian UFC bantamweight fighter, has predicted an upset victory for Irene Aldana over current champion Amanda Nunes at the upcoming UFC 289. Silva expressed her admiration for Nunes but commented that she didn’t believe the champ was as focused anymore. With Aldana’s solid boxing skills and successful knockouts of Yana Santos and Macy Chiasson, Silva believes Aldana could claim the title. … Continue reading Mayra Bueno Silva may support Amanda Nunes, but she foresees Irene Aldana winning in UFC 289 as “She’s not hungry”

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UFC Vegas 77 on July 15 will feature Austin Lingo against Melquizael Costa

Sources close to the UFC have revealed that a featherweight face-off between Austin Lingo and Melquizael Costa has been confirmed for UFC Vegas 77 on July 15th. This highly-anticipated Fight Night event will take place at the renowned UFC APEX and boasts a headline five-round bantamweight match-up between revered former champion, Holly Holm, and rising star Mayra Bueno Silva. Lingo, a seasoned MMA fighter with … Continue reading UFC Vegas 77 on July 15 will feature Austin Lingo against Melquizael Costa

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The UFC has set its sights on Holly Holm to headline their July 15 event against Mayra Bueno Silva

In an attempt to earn another title shot, Holly Holm is set to headline the UFC’s event on July 15th against Mayra Bueno Silva in the bantamweight main event. Initially scheduled to face Miesha Tate, Bueno Silva will now take on the former UFC bantamweight champion and boxing Hall of Famer following Tate’s hand injury. The matchup will precede the welterweight matchup between Rafael dos … Continue reading The UFC has set its sights on Holly Holm to headline their July 15 event against Mayra Bueno Silva

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The UFC fight between Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque is now slated for the August 12 event

According to insiders familiar with the situation, the anticipated battle between Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque has been postponed until August 12th. The highly anticipated fight was originally slated to headline a UFC card on July 15th in Las Vegas. While the reason for the delay has not yet been confirmed, sources indicate that the dos Anjos vs. Luque fight remains on track to … Continue reading The UFC fight between Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque is now slated for the August 12 event

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Ketlen Vieira and Pannie Kianzad are scheduled to fight in London this July as part of the UFC lineup

The upcoming UFC London show at the O2 Arena on July 22 is set to be a highly anticipated event with top-ranked bantamweights, Ketlen Vieira and Pannie Kianzad, going head to head. The promotion has already announced the date but has yet to reveal the headlining attraction for the Fight Night card. However, the Vieira-Kianzad bout alone promises to bring in the crowds. With a … Continue reading Ketlen Vieira and Pannie Kianzad are scheduled to fight in London this July as part of the UFC lineup

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Amanda Nunes believes she’s the GOAT of women’s MMA

Amanda Nunes is not settling for less as she believes she is the greatest female mixed martial artist of all time. The 31-year-old mixed martial artist became a two-division UFC champion after knocking out superstar Cris Cyborg back in December. At a Monday’s UFC 239 press conference, the Brazilian declared herself as the GOAT of the UFC, referencing the victories over star opponents like Cris … Continue reading Amanda Nunes believes she’s the GOAT of women’s MMA

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Holly Holm believes Nunes not the GOAT until she defeats her at UFC 239

Holly Holm believes Brazilian superstar UFC fighter and ‘champ champ’ Amanda Nunes is a great fighter but has a record missing in her ranks to be named the GOAT of women fighters. The New Mexico native, Holly Holm was unable to defend the 135-pound title as she was choked out by Miesha Tate, after she won the title by way of a sensational KO victory … Continue reading Holly Holm believes Nunes not the GOAT until she defeats her at UFC 239

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