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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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Julianna Pena expresses frustration over Amanda Nunes’ retirement at UFC 289

Julianna Pena was clearly unhappy when she saw Amanda Nunes lay her gloves on the canvas after UFC 289. Nunes won against Aldana after Pena was forced to withdraw due to a broken rib. This decision turned out to be crucial as Nunes used this win to announce that she was retiring as a two-division UFC champion. Pena initially wrote, “I’ll take that as a … Continue reading Julianna Pena expresses frustration over Amanda Nunes’ retirement at UFC 289

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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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Shayna Baszler benefited greatly from advice Ronda Rousey shared during TUF, which translated to success in WWE

Shayna Baszler’s professional mixed martial arts (MMA) career had taken a major dip following her second-round submission loss to Julianna Pena, which ended her run on The Ultimate Fighter season 18. At the time, Shayna was a fan favorite and a favorite to win the series. This was the point at which her coach, Ronda Rousey, offered her some prophetic advice. It has been a … Continue reading Shayna Baszler benefited greatly from advice Ronda Rousey shared during TUF, which translated to success in WWE

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Amanda Nunes claims Irene Aldana had been set to fight her next, suspects Julianna Pena was upset

Amanda Nunes is keen to put her fight with Julianna Pena behind her and move on to new challenges. The UFC had planned to stage their first ever women’s trilogy between the two at UFC 289 on June 10 in Vancouver. However, due to a rib injury, Pena was forced to withdraw and Irene Aldana became her replacement. Nunes was poised to take on either … Continue reading Amanda Nunes claims Irene Aldana had been set to fight her next, suspects Julianna Pena was upset

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Amanda Nunes anticipates facing Irene Aldana instead of Julianna Pena for the next match, as she initially assumed Pena would be her opponent

Amanda Nunes is preparing to face off against Julianna Pena once again, marking the return of UFC to Canada in Vancouver on June 10th. Fans will be treated to the third installment of the bantamweight title fight, following Pena’s unexpected victory in 2021 and Nunes’s ultimate domination in the rematch. Nunes expressed her readiness to fight, stating that she always follows the UFC’s decisions and … Continue reading Amanda Nunes anticipates facing Irene Aldana instead of Julianna Pena for the next match, as she initially assumed Pena would be her opponent

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