As reported overnight via ESPN, two-weight UFC champion Amanda Nunes (20-4) has withdrawn from her scheduled featherweight title defence against Megan Anderson (11-4) next month through an undisclosed injury. The promotion are preparing to move the matchup to a date early next year, but haven’t yet announced a new main event for 2020’s final pay-per-view. Continue reading
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UFC Vegas 10: Michelle Waterson outlasts Angela Hill in main event thriller
Michelle Waterson overcame a sluggish start to finish strong, edging a split decision victory in an action-packed main event against Angela Hill before revealing her desire to fight for a #1 contender spot in the strawweight division. That came after lightweight Ottman Azaitar stole the show with a blistering R1 knockout against Kharma Worthy in the night’s co-main event. Continue reading
UFC Vegas 10 Virtual Media Day: Michelle Waterson, Angela Hill discuss main event
#8 ranked Michelle Waterson and Angela Hill (#13) both had their say ahead of a momentous main event matchup at the UFC’s Apex this weekend, during Thursday’s virtual media day with reporters. It’s a big match for both strawweight contenders – who are coming off narrow split decision defeats in May, just a week apart. Who has the psychological edge? Continue reading
UFC on ESPN 9: Gilbert Burns brilliant in memorable UD win over Tyron Woodley
Gilbert Burns was dominant from start to finish in a unanimous decision win over former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley, proving his championship pedigree – before calling out his training teammate and current title holder Kamaru Usman.