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Mackenzie Dern contemplated pulling out of UFC Vegas 73 but ultimately released her frustration on Angela Hill

Mackenzie Dern delivered a masterclass at UFC Vegas 73 over the weekend, completely dominating Angela Hill over a grueling 25-minute battle to secure a lopsided decision in the main event. The win was a resounding statement as Dern navigated the perils of her divorce while also managing her training camp without her head coach. The jiu-jitsu specialist admitted to grappling with the intention of withdrawing … Continue reading Mackenzie Dern contemplated pulling out of UFC Vegas 73 but ultimately released her frustration on Angela Hill

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Court documents reveal allegations of domestic violence against Mackenzie Dern’s estranged husband

Prior to her recent UFC Vegas 73 fight against Angela Hill, UFC strawweight fighter Mackenzie Dern had been undergoing a legal battle with her estranged husband, Wesley Santos. Dern spoke in detail about the difficulties she had faced in her marriage, and also made allegations of physical abuse against Santos. According to Dern, her relationship had become so fractured that she felt as though she … Continue reading Court documents reveal allegations of domestic violence against Mackenzie Dern’s estranged husband

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Video: Themba Gorimbo on UFC Vegas 73 win, successful auction & Colby Covington

Themba Gorimbo (11-4) talks to James Lynch via The MMA Stream and recaps his unanimous decision victory over Takashi Sato (16-6) at UFC Fight Night on May 20. Check out the full interview here. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on notifications to get the latest news and fighter interviews. Continue reading Video: Themba Gorimbo on UFC Vegas 73 win, successful auction & Colby Covington

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Only possessing $7 in his bank account, Themba Gorimbo lauds Colby Covington for being a “great guy” following his victory at UFC Vegas 73

For Themba Gorimbo, winning his first UFC fight was an experience unlike any other. The Zimbabwean fighter, who had previously shared his challenging journey to becoming a professional fighter, snagged a unanimous decision victory over Takashi Sato at UFC Vegas 73’s opening bout over the weekend. However, Gorimbo revealed that the triumph meant much more to him than just validation as a UFC fighter. Recalling … Continue reading Only possessing $7 in his bank account, Themba Gorimbo lauds Colby Covington for being a “great guy” following his victory at UFC Vegas 73

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Next Opponents: Potential matchups following UFC Vegas 73

In the aftermath of her impressive victory over Angela Hill in the main event of UFC Vegas 73, Mackenzie Dern wasted no time in publicly expressing her desire to fight Rose Namajunas next, stating that it is one of her top priorities at this stage of her career. The burning question on everyone’s mind now is whether or not this is the matchup she will … Continue reading Next Opponents: Potential matchups following UFC Vegas 73

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Mackenzie Dern clarifies her challenge to Rose Namajunas and expresses her willingness to face off against Jnessica Andrade

Mackenzie Dern, having just put on an impressive display of her skills in MMA, has set her sights on a possible matchup with a former UFC champion with Rose Namajunas at the forefront of her mind. Namajunas’ plans for her future in the sport are not clear at this time, and it is not certain when she will be ready to return to the octagon. … Continue reading Mackenzie Dern clarifies her challenge to Rose Namajunas and expresses her willingness to face off against Jnessica Andrade

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UFC Vegas 73: Mackenzie Dern’s impressive performance receives praise from Dana White for being simply ‘unbelievable’

At Saturday’s UFC Vegas 73 main event, Mackenzie Dern emerged victorious with a unanimous decision win over Angela Hill. Originally scheduled for UFC Charlotte, the fight was moved to the headline spot after the previous main event fell through. Dana White was effusive in his praise of Dern’s performance, describing it as “unbelievable” and “badass.” White noted that he had expected a grappling-heavy bout, but … Continue reading UFC Vegas 73: Mackenzie Dern’s impressive performance receives praise from Dana White for being simply ‘unbelievable’

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Mackenzie Dern challenges Rose Namajunas following her victorious and vicious match against Angela Hill at UFC Vegas 73

Mackenzie Dern’s dominating victory over Angela Hill at UFC Vegas 73 undoubtedly sent a message to the strawweight division. While a first-round finish would have been impressive, Dern’s all-out assault throughout the fight proved that she has evolved into much more than just a submission specialist. The fight started with Dern coming out incredibly aggressive, landing punches that ultimately knocked Hill down and allowed her … Continue reading Mackenzie Dern challenges Rose Namajunas following her victorious and vicious match against Angela Hill at UFC Vegas 73

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Anthony Hernandez dominates Edmen Shahbazyan and secures a third-round TKO victory during UFC Vegas 73

Anthony Hernandez bounced back after a slow start and dominated Edmen Shahbazyan in the co-main event of the UFC Vegas 73. The middleweight bout showcased Hernandez’s resilience and grit as he weathered Shahbazyan’s early striking onslaught, eventually taking control of the fight on the ground. The first round saw Shahbazyan landing clean shots and keeping Hernandez off-balance with a consistent jab. However, Hernandez turned the … Continue reading Anthony Hernandez dominates Edmen Shahbazyan and secures a third-round TKO victory during UFC Vegas 73

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Fighters express admiration for Mackenzie Dern’s impressive UFC Vegas 73 headliner victory, describing it as champion-level

Mackenzie Dern’s performance on Saturday showcased a previously unseen aspect of her fighting style. Although previously criticized for prioritizing defense strategy over damage, Dern’s approach to her UFC Vegas 73 main event against Angela Hill was aggressive and relentless. Dern dominated the fight and won on the scorecards. The MMA community was impressed with Dern’s performance, from fellow fighters to fans to the media. Hill … Continue reading Fighters express admiration for Mackenzie Dern’s impressive UFC Vegas 73 headliner victory, describing it as champion-level

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Diego Ferreira cautions Charles Oliveira against underestimating Beneil Dariush ahead of UFC Vegas 73

Diego Ferreira, the only fighter to face Beneil Dariush twice in the UFC cage, has spoken about his mixed feelings regarding the forthcoming crucial lightweight tilt at UFC 289 between Charles Oliveira and Dariush. Having lost twice to Dariush, Ferreira has chosen to root for Oliveira in this high-stakes fight, which will afford the victor a chance to face Islam Makhachev for the 155-pound championship … Continue reading Diego Ferreira cautions Charles Oliveira against underestimating Beneil Dariush ahead of UFC Vegas 73

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Vanessa Demopoulos hails coach Marc Montoya as an unwaveringly fierce mentor, dedicated to go to great lengths for his athletes

Vanessa Demopoulos has recently experienced multiple changes in her life, however, she intends to use these events as a driving force to progress further in her career. Moving to the strawweight division was followed by three successive wins in the UFC and later, a switch in training camps from Phoenix to Denver, which she admits was not her first option. Nonetheless, the Ohio native voices … Continue reading Vanessa Demopoulos hails coach Marc Montoya as an unwaveringly fierce mentor, dedicated to go to great lengths for his athletes

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