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Nate Diaz dismisses Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, who are competing for the BMF championship, labeling them as ‘dorks’

Nate Diaz, a well-respected figure in the world of UFC, has made it clear that he does not consider Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje to be worthy competitors for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) “BMF” title. The highly anticipated rematch between Poirier and Gaethje is set to ignite the octagon at UFC 291 on July 29 in Salt Lake City. Diaz, who previously battled for … Continue reading Nate Diaz dismisses Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, who are competing for the BMF championship, labeling them as ‘dorks’

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Jorge Masvidal discloses the most significant earning of his UFC profession

Throughout the final stages of his career representing the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Jorge Masvidal was fortunate enough to rack up considerable earnings. Known by his moniker “Gamebred,” Masvidal recently announced his retirement from the ring after an indisputable unanimous loss at UFC 287 to Gilbert Burns in April. The ex-two-time title challenger as well as the “BMF” title holder declared two of the most … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal discloses the most significant earning of his UFC profession

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Leon Edwards prioritizes his career and won’t sacrifice it by denying Belal Muhammad a title shot in favor of Colby Covington

The UFC’s decision to name Colby Covington as the No. 1 welterweight contender hasn’t gone down well with some MMA observers, nor with Belal Muhammad, who was the most inconvenienced by the move. Tim Simpson, who represents Leon Edwards, was quick to point out that Jorge Masvidal was initially tipped as the frontrunner, but he fell short and retired after losing to Gilbert Burns, who … Continue reading Leon Edwards prioritizes his career and won’t sacrifice it by denying Belal Muhammad a title shot in favor of Colby Covington

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Leon Edwards expresses regret for missing out on opportunity to seek revenge against Jorge Masvidal

Leon Edwards watched as any chance of settling his grudge with Jorge Masvidal disappeared during UFC 287 after Masvidal lost to Gilbert Burns and subsequently announced his retirement from the UFC. The grudge between the two began after an altercation at a UFC London event in 2019. Edwards had hoped that Masvidal could resurrect himself as a legitimate contender so they could finally settle their … Continue reading Leon Edwards expresses regret for missing out on opportunity to seek revenge against Jorge Masvidal

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Highly sought-after MMA fighter Michael Chandler appears open to the possibility of a welterweight title shot if he manages to defeat Conor McGregor

As former three-time Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler anticipates his next fight with Conor McGregor, he envisions numerous exciting opportunities available to him in the welterweight division. While both Chandler and McGregor have fought primarily as lightweights, they are interested in a fight at 170 pounds. Chandler believes he has potential for a title shot with a win over McGregor and hopes to fight Islam … Continue reading Highly sought-after MMA fighter Michael Chandler appears open to the possibility of a welterweight title shot if he manages to defeat Conor McGregor

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Professional opinions on Belal Muhammad’s victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 deemed as unsatisfactory

Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns squared off at UFC 288 in a battle that would likely determine the next welterweight contender in the division. Muhammad had been campaigning for a title shot or a high-profile fight for the past several months, and his win over Burns proved that he was worthy of either. Notably, his victory over Burns extended his unbeaten streak to 10 straight … Continue reading Professional opinions on Belal Muhammad’s victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 deemed as unsatisfactory

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Jorge Masvidal predicts Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad will have a high stakes fight at UFC 288 while dismissing the chances of Colby Covington

Highly skilled MMA fighter Jorge Masvidal has paid due respect to his worthy opponents Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad, who are set to face off against each other at UFC 288. Masvidal raised the point that their willingness to compete against one another is what contributes to MMA’s dynamic reputation as a sport with true fighter spirit. Burns recently defeated Masvidal in the final fight … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal predicts Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad will have a high stakes fight at UFC 288 while dismissing the chances of Colby Covington

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Jorge Masvidal’s father accused of attempted murder in the second degree

The father of former UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal, Jorge Masvidal Sr. has been detained on charges of second-degree attempted murder using a deadly weapon or firearm, following a shooting incident at his son’s residence on Thursday. Miami-Dade Police revealed that there had been an in-house altercation at the Masvidal property, leading to a victim being shot and hospitalized, where they are in stable condition. The … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal’s father accused of attempted murder in the second degree

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Miami police investigate shooting at Jorge Masvidal’s residence while confirming Masvidal’s uninvolved presence

Miami-Dade law enforcement officials promptly responded to a shooting incident reported at the home of UFC retiree Jorge Masvidal on Thursday. When the police arrived at the residence, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue was providing aid to a male victim who had suffered gunshot wounds on his upper body extremities. The victim claimed that he had been in an argument, which then escalated as the other party … Continue reading Miami police investigate shooting at Jorge Masvidal’s residence while confirming Masvidal’s uninvolved presence

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UFC fighter Joe Pyfer prefers to secure a higher salary instead of facing top 15 competitors immediately

Joe Pyfer’s UFC career has been impressive thus far. The Pennsylvania product signed with the UFC in 2022 after competing on Dana White’s Contender Series and has since secured two first-round knockouts to remain undefeated. Pyfer’s triumph against the division’s all-time submission leader, Gerald Meerschaert, at UFC 287 established him as one of the most promising competitors at 185 pounds. While the question now is … Continue reading UFC fighter Joe Pyfer prefers to secure a higher salary instead of facing top 15 competitors immediately

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Jorge Masvidal defends Nate Diaz for street fight in New Orleans, saying, “He was only protecting himself”

Former adversaries Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz may have fought in the octagon, but when it comes to Diaz’s recent altercation in New Orleans, Masvidal appears to be on his side. Diaz was caught on camera choking Rodney Peterson, a Logan Paul doppelganger, into unconsciousness after attending a Misfits Boxing event in support of his teammate Chris Avila. Diaz was arrested and is now facing … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal defends Nate Diaz for street fight in New Orleans, saying, “He was only protecting himself”

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Jorge Masvidal remains optimistic about his comeback potential while acknowledging his current limitations

Jorge Masvidal’s combative nature runs deep, and it seems he is not yet ready to call it quits when it comes to the fight business. At UFC 287 in Miami last month, Masvidal announced his retirement following a string of defeats, culminating in a loss to Gilbert Burns. Despite no longer competing in the ring, Masvidal, now 38 and with 52 fights under his belt, … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal remains optimistic about his comeback potential while acknowledging his current limitations

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