Makhachev Mania, Michael Chiesa called it last summer. But now, Khabib Nurmagomedov’s protege Islam has put together successive first-round finishes for the second time in his seven-year UFC career after swarming short-notice replacement Bobby Green to devastating effect. As such, it seems only a matter of time before the 30-year-old will fight for UFC gold at 155lbs.
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UFC Vegas 49: Out of his control, Islam Makhachev’s title aspirations muddied once more
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s protege, Islam Makhachev, has long been tipped to capture UFC lightweight gold. Yet this weekend while preparing for his second main event, it’ll be another instance where he’s fighting down to the level of short-notice competition in a bullish Bobby Green after the eighth withdrawal or cancellation since signing with the promotion in 2015. Continue reading “UFC Vegas 49: Out of his control, Islam Makhachev’s title aspirations muddied once more”
UFC 262: Chandler-Oliveira announced for vacant lightweight title
Dana White has finally thrown in the towel on his stance to try convincing undefeated lightweight Khabib Nurmagomedov (29-0) out of retirement for one more fight, with ESPN reports confirming an in-form Charles Oliveira (#3) will next face three-time Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler (#4) in the UFC 262 headliner on May 15 for a vacant belt. Continue reading “UFC 262: Chandler-Oliveira announced for vacant lightweight title”
UFC 257: Poirier happy after big win but uninterested in Chandler fight
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After earning one of the biggest wins of his career by avenging his 2014 loss with a second-round knockout victory, Dustin Poirier had plenty to say – about the magnitude of this win over Conor McGregor, his unhappiness pre-fight while stressing newcomer Michael Chandler shouldn’t be next for a title shot: as an undisputed lightweight belt is all that eludes him now.
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UFC 257: McGregor humble but upset in defeat, highlights Poirier’s calf kicks
Conor McGregor suffered the first knockout loss of his professional career overnight, as Dustin Poirier exacted revenge seven years after their first meeting in 2014. Afterwards, the former two-weight world champion spoke to the press in the UFC 257 post-fight press conference and had plenty to say – from praise for the main event winner, to Khabib Nurmagomedov and next steps. Continue reading “UFC 257: McGregor humble but upset in defeat, highlights Poirier’s calf kicks”
UFC 257: Forget the pleasantries, Dustin Poirier must now seize the moment
The pre-fight pleasantries and public display of niceties throughout fight week has been a complete contrast to their first meeting seven years ago, but while Conor McGregor’s UFC return was always going to be surrounded by much fanfare worldwide, Dustin Poirier has a golden opportunity to right the wrong – something Conor himself has done before to great effect. Continue reading “UFC 257: Forget the pleasantries, Dustin Poirier must now seize the moment”
UFC Fight Island 8: Michael Chiesa eases past Neil Magny, calls out Colby Covington
Michael Chiesa (#8) delivered on his vow to impress and went the full 25 minutes for the first time in his professional career against Neil Magny (#9). He earned a comfortable decision win (49-46 on all three judges’ scorecards), maintaining a perfect 4-0 welterweight record before calling out former interim champion Colby Covington (#1) as the man he wants next. Continue reading “UFC Fight Island 8: Michael Chiesa eases past Neil Magny, calls out Colby Covington”
UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov submits Justin Gaethje in R2, then retires at 29-0
Khabib Nurmagomedov retained his UFC lightweight title with a second-round submission win over Justin Gaethje, before retiring in the Octagon post-fight to pull the curtain on an illustrious career where he finishes 29-0 – undefeated and undisputed champ with 13 UFC victories. Before then, Robert Whittaker outstruck Jared Cannonier to win their middleweight title eliminator. Continue reading “UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov submits Justin Gaethje in R2, then retires at 29-0”
Georges St-Pierre praises Kamaru Usman, pours cold water on comeback talk
Since his second retirement in 2017, MMA legend Georges St-Pierre has received multiple callouts. Kamaru Usman, who equalled GSP’s streak for most wins in UFC welterweight history at UFC 251, called him out after his latest victory. Despite praising the Nigerian Nightmare, the 39-year-old Canadian is content staying retired.
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Dana’s determination was admirable, but this was inevitable from the first bell
Irresponsible or opportunist? Arrogant or defiant? Call it what you want but ultimately the correct decision has been made – what’s to come is a bigger question.
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UFC 249 cancelled as ESPN, Disney convince Dana White to reconsider
UFC 249 was officially cancelled overnight, after ESPN and parent company Disney intervened to thwart Dana White’s defiant plan to continue fighting amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading “UFC 249 cancelled as ESPN, Disney convince Dana White to reconsider”
Dana White says he’s close to securing private island for UFC fights
UFC president Dana White said he’s ‘a day or two away’ from completing a deal for a private island that he can hold fights on, amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The news comes as UFC 249 will go on as planned, in a secret location.
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