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Amanda Nunes anticipates facing Irene Aldana instead of Julianna Pena for the next match, as she initially assumed Pena would be her opponent

Amanda Nunes is preparing to face off against Julianna Pena once again, marking the return of UFC to Canada in Vancouver on June 10th. Fans will be treated to the third installment of the bantamweight title fight, following Pena’s unexpected victory in 2021 and Nunes’s ultimate domination in the rematch. Nunes expressed her readiness to fight, stating that she always follows the UFC’s decisions and … Continue reading Amanda Nunes anticipates facing Irene Aldana instead of Julianna Pena for the next match, as she initially assumed Pena would be her opponent

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Israel Adesanya regains top spot as middleweight rankings undergo a significant change, leading to questions about Alex Pereira’s fall

Israel Adesanya has regained his title as the middleweight champion in the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). The victory at UFC 287 saw him defeating his rival, Alex Pereira, via a stunning knockout, bringing him the title for the second time. The two MMA champions, Adesanya and Pereira, have now won one game each in their MMA series. Pereira still holds a lead of … Continue reading Israel Adesanya regains top spot as middleweight rankings undergo a significant change, leading to questions about Alex Pereira’s fall

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Renowned UFC fighters Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald are set to face off at UFC 189, to be held at UFC Hall of Fame

The UFC Hall of Fame is set to receive another iconic addition. On Saturday’s UFC 287 broadcast, it was announced that the classic welterweight title fight between Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald at UFC 189 will soon be enshrined within the Fight Wing during International Fight Week in Las Vegas. This riveting encounter marked an unforgettable moment in MMA history, adored by fans and critics … Continue reading Renowned UFC fighters Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald are set to face off at UFC 189, to be held at UFC Hall of Fame

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UFC 289’s main event confirmed as Amanda Nunes and Julianna Peña’s trilogy fight

It has been confirmed that UFC bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes and Julianna Peña will go head-to-head once again in a trilogy bout, set to take place on June 10 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia. The bout was revealed during Saturday’s UFC 287 broadcast, and was first reported by TSN. Nunes, who is ranked No. 1 at 135 pounds in the MMA Fighting Global … Continue reading UFC 289’s main event confirmed as Amanda Nunes and Julianna Peña’s trilogy fight

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Takeaways from UFC 287: Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira should have a thrilling conclusion, Masvidal’s 20-year journey, and more

Israel Adesanya reclaimed his UFC middleweight title with a second-round knockout at UFC 287, stealing the limelight from Gilbert Burns’ victory over Jorge Masvidal and underscoring a sensational night. The long-awaited win over Alex Pereira, the nemesis who defeated him three times previously, was the highlight of the night. The unique and intense rivalry between Adesanya and Pereira is among the most captivating in combat … Continue reading Takeaways from UFC 287: Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira should have a thrilling conclusion, Masvidal’s 20-year journey, and more

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Dana White attributes the transformation of Jorge Masvidal’s career to the historic flying knee incident that led to his retirement

Throughout his career, Jorge Masvidal was often overlooked despite his undeniable talent in combat sports. However, Masvidal retired as a true superstar following his final fight against Gilbert Burns at UFC 287. While the 38-year-old veteran lost by unanimous decision, he had no regrets, stating that he had gone from having nothing to becoming a multi-millionaire through his fighting career. Although Masvidal has been competing … Continue reading Dana White attributes the transformation of Jorge Masvidal’s career to the historic flying knee incident that led to his retirement

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Fighters express shock over Christian Rodriguez’s defeat of Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC 287, citing the danger of pitting kids against adult competitors

In the recent UFC 287 fight, Christian Rodriguez managed to put a stop to the hype surrounding Raul Rosas Jr., an 18-year-old athlete, who seemed to run out of steam as the competition progressed. Despite being subjected to an initial onslaught of grappling from Rosas Jr., Rodriguez took control of the game as time went on and ultimately won the battle unanimously, with judges marking … Continue reading Fighters express shock over Christian Rodriguez’s defeat of Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC 287, citing the danger of pitting kids against adult competitors

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Christian Rodriguez dominates young prospect Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC 287, handing him his first loss

Christian Rodriguez’s dominant performance against Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC 287 marked him as a rising prospect in the bantamweight division. Despite Rosas’s strong start, Rodriguez proved to be the more skilled fighter, defending against submission attempts and delivering punishing strikes throughout the final two rounds. The judges agreed, awarding Rodriguez a unanimous decision victory with scores of 29-28. Despite the loss, Rosas’s potential as … Continue reading Christian Rodriguez dominates young prospect Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC 287, handing him his first loss

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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

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Rob Font secures a first-round knockout against Adrian Yanez in UFC 287

The UFC 287 event proved to be a testament to Rob Font’s continued dominance in the bantamweight division as he dispatched Adrian Yanez, who had been looking to make a name for himself in the sport. Font’s quick right hook in the first round proved decisive in securing him the victory. Despite Yanez’s early momentum, establishing his slick boxing with a strong jab, Font remained … Continue reading Rob Font secures a first-round knockout against Adrian Yanez in UFC 287

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Jorge Masvidal announces retirement following unanimous decision loss to Gilbert Burns at UFC 287

Gilbert Burns added another impressive victory to his already impressive record at UFC 287, in what turned out to be Jorge Masvidal’s last fight. Masvidal announced his retirement from the sport after a unanimous decision went against him. The two fighters embraced each other after the fight, with Masvidal telling Burns to “go get that belt” as he bid farewell to his career. Masvidal thanked … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal announces retirement following unanimous decision loss to Gilbert Burns at UFC 287

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Jorge Masvidal’s loss and retirement at UFC 287 prompts reactions from fighters suggesting inadequate preparation

Gilbert Burns, a Brazilian mixed martial artist, outclassed hometown hero, Jorge Masvidal for the first time in his career in front of Jorge’s crowd at the UFC 287. Burns secured a unanimous decision, scoring 30-27 twice and 29-28 on Saturday night by outstriking. Masvidal on the feet and completing takedowns to rack up control time. In the third round, it even looked like Masvidal was … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal’s loss and retirement at UFC 287 prompts reactions from fighters suggesting inadequate preparation

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