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UFC 292 in Boston to feature clash between Rob Font and Song Yadong

The upcoming UFC 292 event will feature a highly anticipated bantamweight showdown between Rob Font and Song Yadong. Set to take place at Boston’s TD Garden on August 19, the UFC officials officially confirmed this matchup earlier this week. Having experienced back-to-back losses, Font recently made a strong comeback against Adrian Yanez this April, winning via a first-round knockout and receiving the well-deserved Performance of … Continue reading UFC 292 in Boston to feature clash between Rob Font and Song Yadong

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The Aug. 5 UFC Nashville card will showcase a main event featuring Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov

The main event of UFC Nashville, set to take place on August 5th, will feature bantamweight fighters Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov. UFC officials recently unveiled this exciting pairing. This booking is a noteworthy accomplishment for Nurmagomedov, who remains undefeated with a 16-0 record but will be going up against his toughest opponent yet. Despite this, he has already secured four UFC victories, with finishes … Continue reading The Aug. 5 UFC Nashville card will showcase a main event featuring Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov

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Marlon Moraes expressed emotions during retirement after PFL 4 defeat, stating that he gave his best efforts

Marlon Moraes’ decision to retire at PFL 4 was a true reflection of his fighting style. During a press conference in Atlanta, Moraes stated that he had given his all and had no regrets. Unfortunately, he was defeated in the first round by Gabriel Vargas, which marked his seventh successive loss. The former WSOF champion had initially retired in March 2022 after being knocked out … Continue reading Marlon Moraes expressed emotions during retirement after PFL 4 defeat, stating that he gave his best efforts

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Marlon Moraes is determined to end his losing streak at PFL 4 and vows to deliver a winning performance, without disappointing his fans

Marlon Moraes is determined to relive his former glory as one of the best bantamweights in the world by competing for PFL. After facing six consecutive losses by stoppage, he is set to go head-to-head with undefeated featherweight contender Gabriel Braga at PFL 4. As a fighter known for his explosiveness, Moraes is eager to put on a spectacle for his fans. Moraes is an … Continue reading Marlon Moraes is determined to end his losing streak at PFL 4 and vows to deliver a winning performance, without disappointing his fans

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Cory Sandhagen contends that Henry Cejudo should not have the privilege to return, lose, and select his fights

Henry Cejudo, who returned from a three-year layoff, was granted an immediate title shot, which was not met with much hostility, due to the fact that he retired as the champion without ever being defeated. However, after losing a split decision to Aljamain Sterling in the UFC 288 main event, he called out Merab Dvailishvili, who is currently on a nine-fight winning streak in the … Continue reading Cory Sandhagen contends that Henry Cejudo should not have the privilege to return, lose, and select his fights

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Video Podcast Ep.10: Conor McGregor to BKFC!? | Mike Perry TKO’s Luke Rockhold | Song Yadong defeats Ricky Simon

The MMA Stream’s Frank Bonada & Murdo Todd discuss Conor McGregor’s recent face-off with Mike Perry following Platinum’s 2nd round TKO win over Luke Rockhold! Checkout for full video here. Continue reading Video Podcast Ep.10: Conor McGregor to BKFC!? | Mike Perry TKO’s Luke Rockhold | Song Yadong defeats Ricky Simon

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BKFC 41 and UFC Vegas 72: Potential match-ups for the future

Song Yadong continued to impress fight fans with his dominant performance against Ricky Simon, preventing the latter from an upward push in the rankings. As he seeks to make his own mark in the highly-competitive bantamweight division, what are the next steps for Song after UFC Vegas 72? Meanwhile, with its highly-anticipated main event featuring Mike Perry and Luke Rockhold, it can be argued that … Continue reading BKFC 41 and UFC Vegas 72: Potential match-ups for the future

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Song Yadong believes UFC is shielding Sean O’Malley, making it unlikely for them to fight next

After emerging victorious in the main event of UFC Vegas 72, Song Yadong shared a list of potential opponents he would like to face, however, he seems uncertain whether his first choice is a viable option. The 25-year-old Chinese bantamweight fighter stopped Ricky Simon with a fifth-round TKO at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, and named Marlon Vera and Sean O’Malley as possible opponents … Continue reading Song Yadong believes UFC is shielding Sean O’Malley, making it unlikely for them to fight next

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In the main event of UFC Vegas 72, Song Yadong defeats Ricky Simon, securing 5th round TKO

Song Yadong impressed in the main event of UFC Vegas 72, held at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas on Saturday night. Displaying his skilled boxing, the Chinese bantamweight dominated Ricky Simon from start to finish. Yadong almost secured a finish with a guillotine choke in the first round, following a knockdown of his opponent. Despite being dropped, Simon was able to survive the round. … Continue reading In the main event of UFC Vegas 72, Song Yadong defeats Ricky Simon, securing 5th round TKO

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Experts applaud Song Yadong’s impressive knockout victory against Ricky Simón at UFC Vegas 72, describing it as “so crispy”

Fight fans eagerly awaited the matchup between Song Yadong and Ricky Simón as the two highly skilled bantamweights entered the octagon. Simón sought to continue his impressive six-fight win streak, having secured victories over Jack Shore, Raphael Assunção, and Gaeteano Pirrerllo. Yadong had his sights set on redemption after suffering a TKO loss to Cory Sandhagen in September following his triumphant victory streak against Marlon … Continue reading Experts applaud Song Yadong’s impressive knockout victory against Ricky Simón at UFC Vegas 72, describing it as “so crispy”

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Song Yadong, together with three other fighters, secures performance bonuses in UFC Vegas 72

Raking in some extra cash at UFC Vegas 72 wasn’t exclusive to Song Yadong, who put up an exceptional performance to seize the Performance of the Night award, earning him a staggering $50,000. The fifth-round technical outclassing of Ricky Simon in the main event on Saturday night in Las Vegas had the MMA Mania buzz with excitement, having reported the bonuses first. Caio Borralho, Rodolfo … Continue reading Song Yadong, together with three other fighters, secures performance bonuses in UFC Vegas 72

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Post-fight analysis of BKFC 41 & UFC Vegas 72: Was BKFC’s fight lineup the most impressive of the weekend?

In the aftermath of the electrifying spectacle that was BKFC 41, MMA Fighting’s team José Youngs, Steven Marracco and E. Casey Leydon, offer their expert reactions to the various highlights of the event. Among the riveting moments discussed are Eddie Alvarez’s split decision victory in his BKFC debut, Chad Mendes’ retirement, Mike Perry’s unusual TKO triumph over Luke Rockhold, Conor McGregor’s appearance at BKFC, Ben … Continue reading Post-fight analysis of BKFC 41 & UFC Vegas 72: Was BKFC’s fight lineup the most impressive of the weekend?

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