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Kamaru Usman releases statement post Covington vs Lawler announcement

Ahead of his first attempt for a title defense, reigning UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has sent out words to his potential opponent Colby Covington. Covington’s mettle will be first tested against former welterweight division champ, Robbie Lawler and the schedule has been made, with the fight booked to take place in August in Newark. But Usman would not wait to have his statement released … Continue reading Kamaru Usman releases statement post Covington vs Lawler announcement

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Jon Jones berates Israel Adesanya’s skills in the cage

UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones apparently will potentially be fighting a frail opponent in the foreseeable future if he gets to engage interim UFC middleweight title holder Israel Adesanya. Obviously, the two punchers are not on the same level currently, but that does not stop the two men from making strolling and throwing tantrums at each other. Jones will be looking to defend his … Continue reading Jon Jones berates Israel Adesanya’s skills in the cage

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Aldo dismisses retirement rumors, pens new UFC deal

As a way of shutting up rumours of his imminent retirement from MMA, former UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo has put the pen to paper for a long term deal with the UFC. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto reports that the Brazilian has recently signed a new contract that will keep him with the UFC beyond 2019. UFC president Dana White reportedly told ESPN’s Okamoto about the … Continue reading Aldo dismisses retirement rumors, pens new UFC deal

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Eddie Alvarez thinks Max Holloway is no match for Frankie Edgar

Former Bellator and UFC lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez does not see reigning UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway getting a win when he faces former UFC lightweight champ Frankie Edgar. Alvarez, who is currently one of training partners for 32-year-old Edgar is also in full preparation for a One Dawn of Heroes face-off with former champ Eduard Folayang. However, the Mexican ferocious puncher insists the fight … Continue reading Eddie Alvarez thinks Max Holloway is no match for Frankie Edgar

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‘The Korean Zombie’ targets UFC featherweight title after UFC Greenville win

 The ‘Korean Zombie’ stopped Renato Moicano on Saturday after coming off a tough knockout loss to Yair Rodriguez. However, the ‘Korean Zombie’, who was fresh from a mandatory military service from his naïve South Korea, snuffed Moicano in less than a minute in the main event. Speaking during his post-bout press conference, the Korean superstar admitted his is has cast off the memories of his … Continue reading ‘The Korean Zombie’ targets UFC featherweight title after UFC Greenville win

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Malignaggi, Lobov bash fight officials after BKFC 6

Artem Lobov and his challenger in the main event of BKFC 6, Paulie Malignaggi have both expressed disappointment in the decision of the officials. The two men met on Saturday night in Tampa, Florida, as they looked to settle the ‘beef’, and the outcome favored Lobov. However, the two men felt the fight officials did not adequately handle the fight.   In his post-fight conference, … Continue reading Malignaggi, Lobov bash fight officials after BKFC 6

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Jeremy Stephens calls out Korean Zombie post UFC Greenville!

Few minutes after he brutally knocked out Renato Moicano in the main event of Saturday night’s UFC Fight Night 154 in Greenville, Chan Sung Jung has been called out by Jeremy Stephens. The ‘Korean Zombie’ was called out by the fellow featherweight KO mixed martial artist as he looks to take the title away from him. In a Tweet, Stephens said: “I’ll take the @KoreanZombieMMA … Continue reading Jeremy Stephens calls out Korean Zombie post UFC Greenville!

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Korean Zombie demolishing Renato Moicano – how it all unfolded

Chan Sung Jung, popularly called ‘Korean Zombie’ made a good mark upon returning from the mandatory military service in his native South Korea as he stops Renato Moicano on Saturday night. In what was clearly a featherweight contest between perennial division contenders, the Jung-Moicano contest made the headlines at the UFC Greenville event. Jung, who has won 14 of his 19 mixed martial fight went … Continue reading Korean Zombie demolishing Renato Moicano – how it all unfolded

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Rafael Lovato Jr takes the Middleweight throne post defeating Gegard Mousasi at Bellator London

MMA Community was agog on Saturday after a new middleweight champ emerged in Rafael Lovato Jr. Lavato Jr. was crowned following a deserved victory earned over much touted Gegard Mousasai in Bellator London event. Rafael Lovato Jr who entered the bout main event on the back of an incredible professional record of 9-0, won via majority decision. His previous 9-0 stats saw Lavator Jr record five wins … Continue reading Rafael Lovato Jr takes the Middleweight throne post defeating Gegard Mousasi at Bellator London

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Jon Jones ready for a trilogy bout with Daniel Cormier

Jon Jones has made a swift response to Daniel Cormier’s remarks about the latter’s interest in welcoming a trilogy bout with him. The UFC light heavyweight champion channeled his inner Nick Diaz when responding to a potential trilogy bout with rival Daniel Cormier. ‘DC’ was a guest on Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show recently and said he would only be lured into the cage after his … Continue reading Jon Jones ready for a trilogy bout with Daniel Cormier

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Results: BKFC 6, Tampa, FL – Artem Lobov defeats Paulie Malignaggi via UD

Artem Lobov def. Paulie Malignaggi via unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 48-47) Dakota Cochrane def. Chris Leben via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 48-47) Johnny Bedford def. Reggie Barnett Jr. via unanimous decision (47-45, 47-45, 48-44)(Bedford wins BKFC and Police Gazette lightweight titles) Julian Lane def. Tom Shoaff via unanimous decision (49-45, 49-45, 49-45) Joey Beltran def. Jamie Campbell via KO – Round 2, 1:50 Walber Barros … Continue reading Results: BKFC 6, Tampa, FL – Artem Lobov defeats Paulie Malignaggi via UD

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Results: Bellator 223, London – Rafael Lovato Jr. defeats Gegard Mousasi via UD

Main Card Rafael Lovato Jr. def. Gegard Mousasi via majority decision (47-47, 48-47, 48-47) Melvin Manhoef def. Kent Kauppinen via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)Aaron Chalmers def. Fred Freeman via submission (triangle) (R2, 4:05) Under Card Paul Daley (41-17-2) defeated Erick Silva (20-11, 1 NC) via unanimous decision (29-27, 29-27, 29-27) James Gallagher (9-1) defeated Jeremiah Labiano (12-7) via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Fabian Edwards (8-0) defeated Jonathan Bosuku (7-5) via unanimous decision … Continue reading Results: Bellator 223, London – Rafael Lovato Jr. defeats Gegard Mousasi via UD

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