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UFC 289 Recap: Amanda Nunes’ Career, Charles Oliveira’s Victory

The world of MMA saw some major events take place over the weekend, with Amanda Nunes retiring after defeating Irene Aldana to retain her bantamweight title and Charles Oliveira stunning Beneil Dariush. Canadian fighters also put on a show in Vancouver. Many questions have arisen from these events, so let’s dive into them. When it comes to Amanda Nunes’ career, it’s hard to pinpoint any … Continue reading UFC 289 Recap: Amanda Nunes’ Career, Charles Oliveira’s Victory

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Irene Aldana has released a response to her defeat at the hands of Amanda Nunes during UFC 289, citing it as a “bad night”

Irene Aldana, despite her regrets over her loss to Amanda Nunes at UFC 289, promises her fans that she intends to climb back to the top. Following her defeat, officials requested that Aldana be checked out at a local Vancouver hospital, which prevented her from attending the post-fight press conference. However, Aldana assured her fans that she did not suffer any significant physical damage, other … Continue reading Irene Aldana has released a response to her defeat at the hands of Amanda Nunes during UFC 289, citing it as a “bad night”

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At UFC 289, Amanda Nunes defeats Irene Aldana and announces her retirement from fighting

Amanda Nunes has decided to retire at the pinnacle of her success in the world of MMA. The UFC’s sole two-weight champion made her announcement on Saturday, just after winning another title defense in a flawless performance during UFC 289’s main event. Nunes dominated Irene Aldana with ease, and secured the sixth defense of her bantamweight belt during her two title reigns. She won the … Continue reading At UFC 289, Amanda Nunes defeats Irene Aldana and announces her retirement from fighting

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Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana make weight for UFC 289 championship bout

The highly anticipated UFC 289 event is almost here, and all eyes are on bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes as she prepares for the first defense of her second reign. “The Lioness” secured the title from Julianna Peña in July and will now face Irene Aldana in the octagon this coming Saturday. Both fighters achieved the 135-pound championship weight at the official weigh-ins on Friday, with … Continue reading Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana make weight for UFC 289 championship bout

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UFC champion, Henry Cejudo, predicts an upset at UFC 289 with Irene Aldana potentially knocking out Amanda Nunes

Mexicans in the MMA scene have had a successful 2023, with the possibility of Mexico becoming home to four UFC titles after UFC 289. The year began with Brandon Moreno reclaiming gold in the men’s flyweight division after defeating Deiveson Figueiredo. This was followed by Yair Rodriguez winning the interim featherweight strap with an impressive second-round triangle choke against Josh Emmett. A month later, Alexa … Continue reading UFC champion, Henry Cejudo, predicts an upset at UFC 289 with Irene Aldana potentially knocking out Amanda Nunes

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Dana White indecisive about title shot for either Beneil Dariush or Charles Oliveira

In the lead-up to UFC 289, both Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush stated that a win in their co-main event matchup would earn them a future showdown with current lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev. However, UFC president Dana White was more hesitant to confirm anything, admitting that while either fighter would be in the running for the opportunity, he wasn’t ready to make any declarations just … Continue reading Dana White indecisive about title shot for either Beneil Dariush or Charles Oliveira

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Irene Aldana has been training for Amanda Nunes before UFC 289

Irene Aldana, a prominent bantamweight fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), recently opened up about her upcoming headline match against Amanda Nunes at UFC 289. Aldana delved into the details of how she has been preparing for the high-stakes challenge, and also shared her reaction to the recent victories of her Mexican peers Brandon Moreno, Yair Rodriguez, and Alex Grasso. As a seasoned athlete … Continue reading Irene Aldana has been training for Amanda Nunes before UFC 289

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Achieving a title shot may just be in the cards for Beneil Dariush if he conquers Charles Oliveira at UFC 289

The highly anticipated UFC 289 event is set to take place this weekend, with the women’s bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes defending her title against Irene Aldana. However, we’re here to focus on the co-main event, which promises to be one of the best fights of the summer. Former lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira will be looking to bounce back after his loss to Islam Makhachev, as … Continue reading Achieving a title shot may just be in the cards for Beneil Dariush if he conquers Charles Oliveira at UFC 289

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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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Can Irene Aldana cause an upset against Amanda Nunes at UFC 289 in a no-holds-barred battle

UFC returns to Canada this weekend for the first time since 2019, with UFC 289 promising to deliver an exciting spectacle. The main event will see Amanda Nunes, the women’s bantamweight and featherweight champion, defend her 135-pound title against Irene Aldana. Meanwhile, former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira will aim to earn his way back to a title shot by defeating up-and-coming fighter Beneil Dariush, in … Continue reading Can Irene Aldana cause an upset against Amanda Nunes at UFC 289 in a no-holds-barred battle

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Anthony Smith anticipates Amanda Nunes’ retirement and elaborates why it excites him

Although Anthony Smith does not call for Amanda Nunes to retire, he can’t help but ponder the idea. As Nunes prepares for her upcoming fight against Irene Aldana this weekend during UFC 289, Smith thinks about the end of Nunes’ career. Smith feels that Nunes has accomplished so much in her career that she can retire now and go on to do other great things. … Continue reading Anthony Smith anticipates Amanda Nunes’ retirement and elaborates why it excites him

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Coach believes Irene Aldana has potential to shock Amanda Nunes like Alexa Grasso did Valentina Shevchenk

In Vancouver on June 10th, UFC bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes will face a challenger in Irene Aldana. Aldana’s jiu-jitsu coach, Diego Lopes from Mexico’s Lobo Gym, believes Aldana has the potential to cause another upset along the lines of Alexa Grasso’s rear-naked choke win over Valentina Shevchenko in March. Lopes has praised Aldana’s punching ability and feels it could be decisive against Nunes. While acknowledging … Continue reading Coach believes Irene Aldana has potential to shock Amanda Nunes like Alexa Grasso did Valentina Shevchenk

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