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In UFC Vegas 72, Irina Alekseeva, dubbed as the ‘Russian Ronda’, secures a swift kneebar victory followed by her signature ‘Billionaire Strut’ dance

Russian fighter Irina Alekseeva made a remarkable debut at UFC Vegas 72 on Saturday night. Despite missing weight by four pounds on Friday, the 32-year-old bantamweight managed to clinch a submission win against a worthy opponent, Stephanie Egger, in just under three minutes of the preliminary round at the UFC APEX. Egger, who had a 3-3 record at UFC going into this bout, found herself … Continue reading In UFC Vegas 72, Irina Alekseeva, dubbed as the ‘Russian Ronda’, secures a swift kneebar victory followed by her signature ‘Billionaire Strut’ dance

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Forecasts for UFC Vegas 72

UFC Vegas 72 boasts a promising bantamweight battle between Song Yadong and Ricky Simon. After the unfortunate cancellation of the Arman Tsarukyan and Renato Moicano headliner, Song and Simon – both ranked in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings – have gained the spotlight for Saturday’s main event. For these contenders, this is an unprecedented chance to prove their worth and put their names higher up … Continue reading Forecasts for UFC Vegas 72

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UFC Vegas 72 weigh-in uncovers 2 failed fighters, with one falling short by 4 pounds

UFC Vegas 72 held official weigh-ins on Friday, and unfortunately for Irina Alekseeva, her first outing in the octagon was a disastrous start. Alekseeva, who was set to make her debut in the bantamweight category, was four pounds over the weight limit at 140 pounds (including the one-pound allowance for non-title fights) for the fight against Stephanie Egger. Egger, on the other hand, weighed in … Continue reading UFC Vegas 72 weigh-in uncovers 2 failed fighters, with one falling short by 4 pounds

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