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MMA fighter Khamzat Chimaev criticizes Colby Covington and Paulo Costa and claims dominion over two divisions

Khamzat Chimaev, the undefeated fighter with a record of 12-0, feels that he is not only the biggest fish in the sea but the only fish worth watching nowadays. He has not fought in 2023, but he has his sights set on achieving bigger things in the future. While UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards prepares to defend his title against Colby Covington and the middleweight … Continue reading MMA fighter Khamzat Chimaev criticizes Colby Covington and Paulo Costa and claims dominion over two divisions

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Chael Sonnen queries Khamzat Chimaev’s unconfirmed status after Paulo Costa bout is scrapped

Chael Sonnen, a renowned journalist, and copywriter, has expressed his concern over the whereabouts of Khamzat Chimaev. The last time Chimaev was seen was eight months ago, where he defeated Kevin Holland in a 180-pound catchweight bout at UFC 279. However, his performance was marred by him missing the welterweight limit for the scheduled headlining fight against Nate Diaz, leading to the top three fights … Continue reading Chael Sonnen queries Khamzat Chimaev’s unconfirmed status after Paulo Costa bout is scrapped

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Industry experts discuss Mike Perry’s bizarre triumph over Luke Rockhold in BKFC 41’s headline bout: “Did he actually dislodge a tooth?”

The bare-knuckle boxing fight between Luke Rockhold and Mike Perry left fight fans unsure of what to expect as these two experienced fighters stepped into the ring. Rockhold, a former UFC and Strikeforce champion, was making his bare-knuckle debut after being released from the UFC. Rockhold’s most recent fight was against Paulo Costa at UFC 278, where he unfortunately lost via a highly-entertaining decision. However, … Continue reading Industry experts discuss Mike Perry’s bizarre triumph over Luke Rockhold in BKFC 41’s headline bout: “Did he actually dislodge a tooth?”

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Paulo Costa requests to fight Jan Blachowicz at UFC 288, and Blachowicz offers a response

Brazilian mixed martial artist, Paulo Costa, announced his intentions of taking on Jan Blachowicz in a highly anticipated fight at UFC 288, after Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush’s co-main event was cancelled. UFC President, Dana White, revealed that a new co-main event was being worked on for the upcoming May 6 card in Newark, N.J. Costa requested a 205-pound card against Blachowicz in a tweet … Continue reading Paulo Costa requests to fight Jan Blachowicz at UFC 288, and Blachowicz offers a response

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Robert Whittaker shows lack of eagerness towards facing Paulo Costa in his next fight

Robert Whittaker has officially written off Brazilian fighter Paulo Costa as a possible opponent after Costa pulled out of their scheduled fights for the second time, most recently at UFC 284 in Perth. Whittaker was very upset with Costa’s actions and does not want to waste his time, money, and energy preparing for an opponent who isn’t committed to showing up. Another fighter who doesn’t … Continue reading Robert Whittaker shows lack of eagerness towards facing Paulo Costa in his next fight

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Alex Pereira disregards Khamzat Chimaev’s title prospects after UFC 287, refusing to discuss him

As the reigning UFC middleweight champion, Alex Pereira has more pressing matters at hand than addressing Khamzat Chimaev’s threats to his title. When asked about the up-and-coming contender, Pereira brushed him off, stating that he will face whoever the UFC puts against him after his upcoming fight against Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC 287 this Saturday in Miami. Despite being respectful towards … Continue reading Alex Pereira disregards Khamzat Chimaev’s title prospects after UFC 287, refusing to discuss him

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Video Podcast Ep.3: Conor McGregor challenges José Aldo to a boxing match | Paddy Pimblett targets Jared Gordon rematch

Mohammad Sheikh and Frank Bonada sit down to discuss the aftermath of Gamebred Boxing, as Conor McGregor calls out Jose Aldo, and Anthony Pettis targets a bout with Anderson Silva. Valentina Shevchenko faces backlash from the fans after she criticizes Jason Herzog, Paddy Pimblett cuts a promo for a rematch with Jared Gordon, and more! Checkout the full video here. Continue reading Video Podcast Ep.3: Conor McGregor challenges José Aldo to a boxing match | Paddy Pimblett targets Jared Gordon rematch

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Australian UFC fighter Robert Whittaker denies receiving an offer to fight Khamzat Chimaev

Robert Whittaker has taken to his podcast, MMArcade, to dispel rumors that he was offered a fight against Khamzat Chimaev. While speaking with Ariel Helwani, Chimaev claimed that Whittaker was among the fighters he was offered following his UFC 279 victory over Kevin Holland. However, Whittaker has made it clear that he was never offered a fight with Chimaev. “I haven’t been offered any fight. … Continue reading Australian UFC fighter Robert Whittaker denies receiving an offer to fight Khamzat Chimaev

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Robert Whittaker states that there was no fight proposal presented to him involving Khamzat Chimaev

Australian mixed martial artist Robert Whittaker has spoken out to set the record straight regarding claims that he was offered a fight with Khamzat Chimaev. Whittaker stated, “Someone has claimed that Chimaev said that I was offered a fight and that I turned it down. This is simply untrue. I was never offered a fight with Chimaev, and that’s the end of the matter. I … Continue reading Robert Whittaker states that there was no fight proposal presented to him involving Khamzat Chimaev

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After UFC president Dana White accused him of being a liar, Paulo Costa issued a response.

Paulo Costa has responded to UFC president Dana White’s accusations of him lying about their negotiations, adding fuel to the already strained relationship between them. Despite being scheduled to fight Robert Whittaker, the fight did not materialize due to pay disputes. Costa suggested that he was offered a lower pay, which was denied by White, who called him a “lunatic” and dismissed the claim. Costa … Continue reading After UFC president Dana White accused him of being a liar, Paulo Costa issued a response.

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Ex-trainer intended to blackmail him in leaked video, says Paulo Costa

Paulo Costa will face Yoel Romero as he is set to make a return to the Octagon at UFC 241. The Brazilian will be engaging in his first fight since he was forced to the sideline after suffering a USADA suspension six months ago. The was suspended after a leaked video in which he was seen using IV’s after weigh-ins, a leak Costa said was … Continue reading Ex-trainer intended to blackmail him in leaked video, says Paulo Costa

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