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Anthony Smith believes that a potential matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Kamaru Usman would be a challenge

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is determined to regain his title, but he will need to earn his way back up after losing two consecutive fights against Leon Edwards. Usman is interested in facing fellow welterweight Khamzat Chimaev as a big-name contender fight, but one-time light heavyweight title challenger Anthony Smith is unsure if it would be a favorable matchup for Usman. Chimaev’s future … Continue reading Anthony Smith believes that a potential matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Kamaru Usman would be a challenge

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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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Khamzat Chimaev aims at Leon Edwards and Israel Adesanya while discussing his absence from the sport

The unbeaten fighter is ready to fight in either the welterweight or middleweight division but claims that he hasn’t received any offers from the UFC. Chimaev has been preparing for fights in Dubai and Thailand, but none have come his way, leaving him confused and wondering why he should train so hard if there is no fight. The 29-year-old has had just three fights in … Continue reading Khamzat Chimaev aims at Leon Edwards and Israel Adesanya while discussing his absence from the sport

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MMA star Tony Ferguson detained for driving under the influence following reported collision with two vehicles and overturning his truck in Hollywood

Tony Ferguson, a former UFC interim champion, has recently found himself embroiled in a legal predicament. Ferguson had been arrested for driving under the influence after purportedly crashing into two stationary vehicles outside of a nightclub located in Hollywood over the weekend. After the collision, Ferguson’s truck was overturned, and the current UFC competitor was taken into custody following his refusal to undergo a field … Continue reading MMA star Tony Ferguson detained for driving under the influence following reported collision with two vehicles and overturning his truck in Hollywood

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Dana White is receptive to a Kamaru Usman versus Khamzat Chimaev fight, but only in the 185-pound category since “catchweights” hold no significance

When it comes to the potential matchup between Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev, Dana White is open to discussing it, but with one caveat. Usman recently suggested the idea of fighting Chimaev and even mentioned the possibility of moving up to middleweight to make it happen. However, White made it clear that in order for the fight to even have a chance of taking place, … Continue reading Dana White is receptive to a Kamaru Usman versus Khamzat Chimaev fight, but only in the 185-pound category since “catchweights” hold no significance

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Li Jingliang discloses spinal injury that led to withdrawal from UFC 287; attempted to push through the pain

Li Jingliang has been forced to pull out of UFC 287 after an injury scare, but he is determined to avoid a prolonged absence from the octagon. In a social media post over the weekend, the welterweight contender revealed that he had suffered a spine injury during his training camp for the event. However, he insisted that it was the result of an “accumulated effect” … Continue reading Li Jingliang discloses spinal injury that led to withdrawal from UFC 287; attempted to push through the pain

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Jorge Masvidal targets Khamzat Chimaev and promises to defeat Gilbert Burns who he calls a “front-runner”.

Jorge Masvidal, the renowned UFC fighter, has shared his thoughts on his fellow contenders Colby Covington and Khamzat Chimaev. While both Chimaev and Masvidal have expressed their dislike for Covington, Masvidal made it clear that he doesn’t care for either fighter. Masvidal went on to criticize Chimaev for missing weight by 8.5 pounds during his scheduled fight against Nate Diaz at UFC 279, and for … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal targets Khamzat Chimaev and promises to defeat Gilbert Burns who he calls a “front-runner”.

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