Medical suspensions for UFC 287 announced; Alex Pereira to make a quick recovery despite knockout defeat

Israel Adesanya secured a spectacular knockout victory over Alex Pereira in a thrilling UFC 287 event that saw no fighter receive lengthy bans due to medical suspension. Despite having been knocked out cold in their bout, Pereira was fortunate to only receive a 60-day suspension as the now-former UFC middleweight champion. As for Adesanya, he was not given any such ban. Along with these two, … Continue reading Medical suspensions for UFC 287 announced; Alex Pereira to make a quick recovery despite knockout defeat

In a stunning win at UFC 287, Kevin Holland delivered a crushing knockout blow to Santiago Ponzinibbio and immediately challenged Jorge Masvidal to a future fight

Kevin Holland made a triumphant return to the winner’s circle at UFC 287, knocking Santiago Ponzinibbio out cold in the third round. Demonstrating his superior power throughout the bout, the highlight of the fight came at in the third round when Holland caught a kick and launched a lethal left hook, causing Ponzinibbio to faceplant on the canvas. Referee Dan Miragliotta stepped in to stop … Continue reading In a stunning win at UFC 287, Kevin Holland delivered a crushing knockout blow to Santiago Ponzinibbio and immediately challenged Jorge Masvidal to a future fight

There was another physical altercation between Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland during UFC 287 weigh-ins

New footage has emerged showing a further altercation between Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland, despite UFC President Dana White attempting to shut down questions regarding their initial quarrel at the UFC 287 press conference. According to Holland’s manager, Oren Hodak, ‘Gamebred’ had targeted his fighter just as he had during the earlier incident, which received widespread media attention. Although Holland had initially told Masvidal to … Continue reading There was another physical altercation between Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland during UFC 287 weigh-ins

Will UFC 287 preview determine the fate of Israel Adesanya and Jorge Masvidal?

The highly anticipated UFC middleweight championship of the world between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya is set to take place for the fourth time, potentially marking the final battle between the two. Ahead of the event, MMA Fighting’s top journalists, including Mike Heck, Shaheen Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew, will provide an in-depth analysis of the matchup, highlighting each fighter’s strengths and what changes can be … Continue reading Will UFC 287 preview determine the fate of Israel Adesanya and Jorge Masvidal?

Dana White refutes inquiries about Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland’s clash, asks if the intention is to provoke discord

During the UFC 287 pre-fight press conference, athletes Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland were expected to be questioned about their altercation during fight week. However, UFC president Dana White shut down any inquiries about the issue. The incident occurred at the host hotel in Miami, and videos showed the welterweights engaged in a shouting match. Masvidal responded with an expletive-filled reply when asked what had … Continue reading Dana White refutes inquiries about Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland’s clash, asks if the intention is to provoke discord

MMA fighters Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland were separated by security prior to UFC 287

Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland exchanged heated words in the lobby of the host hotel ahead of UFC 287 in Miami, but sources familiar with the incident described it as “nothing major.” According to reports, there was no physical altercation, and no punches were thrown. Video footage emerged on social media showing the two welterweights shouting at each other, with UFC security officers keeping them … Continue reading MMA fighters Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland were separated by security prior to UFC 287

Santiago Ponzinibbio and Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos both offer to replace injured Tyron Woodley at UFC Minneapolis!

Shortly following the news of Tyron Woodley’s injury and pull out from UFC Minneapolis against Robbie Lawler, UFC already has three offers to back-fill an opponent for Robbie. After Darren Till took to twitter to offer his availability, Santiago Ponzinibbio told MMA Fighting’s Guilherme Cruz that he’s readily available and would love to take the fight. MMA Fighting’s Guilherme Cruz also reported Elizeu Zaleski dos … Continue reading Santiago Ponzinibbio and Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos both offer to replace injured Tyron Woodley at UFC Minneapolis!