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Mackenzie Dern and Angela Hill make weight for UFC Vegas 73 main event, while two fighters are over

Strawweight fighters, Mackenzie Dern and Angela Hill, are finally going to battle it out this Saturday after their original matchup at UFC Vegas 72 was postponed by a week. The highly anticipated fight, which has been rescheduled as the main event for UFC Vegas 73, is significant for both fighters. Mackenzie Dern is the 9th ranked fighter in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings at 115 … Continue reading Mackenzie Dern and Angela Hill make weight for UFC Vegas 73 main event, while two fighters are over

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Jairzinho Rozenstruik weighs 34 pounds more than Jailton Almeida in UFC Charlotte weigh-in, with one prelim fight scratched

Jailton Almeida is facing yet another imposing challenge in the octagon. This time, the Brazilian heavyweight and former light heavyweight competitor arrived at the official weigh-ins for UFC Charlotte on Friday, weighing in at 231 pounds. Although this is a full 34 pounds lighter than his opponent, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, who weighed in at 265 pounds, it is commonplace for Almeida to give up significant weight … Continue reading Jairzinho Rozenstruik weighs 34 pounds more than Jailton Almeida in UFC Charlotte weigh-in, with one prelim fight scratched

Arman Tsarukyan and Joaquim Silva scheduled to compete at UFC on June 17

Arman Tsarukyan’s next opponent in the UFC has been announced, and it’s not who most fans would have expected. Tsarukyan will be facing off against Joaquim Silva at the upcoming UFC Fight Night on June 17. The event is scheduled to take place at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, the matchup has already been confirmed. Initially, Tsarukyan was scheduled to headline UFC Vegas 72 … Continue reading Arman Tsarukyan and Joaquim Silva scheduled to compete at UFC on June 17

Can Henry Cejudo make history by defeating Aljamain Sterling in UFC 288’s No Bets Barred?

This weekend marks yet another UFC pay-per-view event and you know what that entails – the No Bets Barred podcast hosts, Conner Burks and Jed Meshew, return to offer their expert analysis of UFC 288, including the much-awaited bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo. The hosts commence the show with a concise rundown of the previous weekend’s UFC Vegas 72, singling out … Continue reading Can Henry Cejudo make history by defeating Aljamain Sterling in UFC 288’s No Bets Barred?

Brian Kelleher explains injury that forced him out of UFC Vegas 72 and anticipates his comeback

Brian Kelleher’s fighting career is not over yet. Kelleher was supposed to fight Journey Newson last week at UFC Vegas 72, but the bout was called off by UFC management a few days before the event because of Kelleher’s undisclosed neck injury. Kelleher hinted at retirement due to his frustration over the situation, but he has now revealed that he may have more fights left … Continue reading Brian Kelleher explains injury that forced him out of UFC Vegas 72 and anticipates his comeback

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

Brian Kelleher’s future in MMA uncertain due to injury that led to cancellation of UFC Vegas 72 fight

Brian Kelleher, a veteran bantamweight with an outstanding record of 24-14, has recently voiced his uncertainty about returning to the UFC after it was discovered that he has been carrying an undisclosed injury. As a result, Kelleher’s scheduled fight with Journey Newson at UFC Vegas 72 had to be called off, and Marcus McGhee was called in as a replacement. McGhee proceeded to dominate Newson, … Continue reading Brian Kelleher’s future in MMA uncertain due to injury that led to cancellation of UFC Vegas 72 fight

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

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

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”

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

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?