Ahead of his pivotal co-main event matchup vs. a fellow former welterweight title challenger in Gilbert Burns (#2) this coming weekend, Stephen Thompson (#4) feels like he’s currently the freshest and most tough matchup for reigning champion Kamaru Usman. While still going strong at 38, will Wonderboy earn a third crack at UFC gold before his fighting days are over?
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Kamaru Usman eyeing UFC 263 return, according to his manager Ali Abdelaziz
Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is itching for more activity and wants to make the fifth defence of his 170-lb strap at UFC 263, on what would be another stacked card with three title fights, per an ESPN interview with his manager Ali Abdelaziz. While promoter Dana White said a Colby Covington rematch is next, they’re targeting others like Michael Chiesa (#7) instead.
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Kamaru Usman: Jorge Masvidal win left me unsatisfied, why I called for UFC 261 rematch
Ahead of his fourth welterweight title defence this weekend against Jorge Masvidal on a stacked UFC 261 card, Kamaru Usman (18-1 MMA, 13-0 UFC) has vowed to break the #3 divisional contender while saying 170-lb challengers aren’t exciting him – hinting that he may retire if he gets to a point where the landscape doesn’t motivate the same way anymore. Continue reading “Kamaru Usman: Jorge Masvidal win left me unsatisfied, why I called for UFC 261 rematch”
UFC 260: Francis Ngannou knocks out Stipe Miocic, is new heavyweight champion
Francis Ngannou (#1) showed the requisite adjustments, was measured and importantly picked his moments methodically before dethroning Stipe Miocic during their main event rematch with a devastating second-round knockout – becoming the UFC’s new heavyweight champion.
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Belal Muhammad up next this weekend, Leon Edwards targeting overdue title shot
A year ago this weekend, welterweight contender Leon Edwards (#3) had his highly-anticipated matchup against former champion Tyron Woodley cancelled due to the rapidly-changing COVID-19 pandemic. It’s been 600 days since his last walk to the Octagon but with short-notice opponent Belal Muhammad stepping up, he targets a big return in Saturday’s main event. Continue reading “Belal Muhammad up next this weekend, Leon Edwards targeting overdue title shot”
UFC Fight Island 8: Michael Chiesa confident ahead of Neil Magny main event
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Michael Chiesa (17-4, #8) is hoping to produce a statement display Wednesday against #9 ranked welterweight Neil Magny (24-7), as he makes his Octagon return after undergoing knee surgery last July to repair a troublesome issue that had bothered him since his teenage years. Continue reading “UFC Fight Island 8: Michael Chiesa confident ahead of Neil Magny main event”
Tyron Woodley confirms he’s not retiring, despite yet another UFC loss
Although he’s now gone 75 minutes in the Octagon without winning a single round, future UFC Hall of Famer and former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley has confirmed he’s not yet prepared to retire or switch up his coaches after suffering a dominant TKO defeat by #2 ranked contender Colby Covington in last weekend’s main event matchup at the Apex Center in Vegas. Continue reading “Tyron Woodley confirms he’s not retiring, despite yet another UFC loss”
UFC Vegas 11: Colby Covington delivers R5 TKO win against Tyron Woodley
Although the co-main event finished unceremoniously, there was no questioning who emerged victorious in the headliner between #2 ranked welterweight Colby Covington and former champion Tyron Woodley. Covington – who challenged for the title last year – earned a R5 TKO win as the burning possibility of retirement has only intensified after an eventful main card. Continue reading “UFC Vegas 11: Colby Covington delivers R5 TKO win against Tyron Woodley”
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.
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Tyron Woodley vs Gilbert Burns confirmed, to headline UFC’s May 30 card
Although the location has not been confirmed, former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley (19-4-1) will face #6 ranked Gilbert Burns (18-3) at UFC Fight Night on May 30, as the card’s unofficial main event bout between title contenders.
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UFC 245: Kamaru Usman beats Colby Covington, retains welterweight gold in thriller
Kamaru Usman (16-1) emerged victorious after a fierce striking battle against pantomine villain Colby Covington (15-2) saw him end the memorable contest with a R5 KO to complete his first successful welterweight title defence in Las Vegas.
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UFC 214: Jones beats Cormier once again, Cyborg prevails and more – Review
Jon Jones regained the UFC Lightweight Championship after a powerful head kick sent Daniel Cormier stumbling towards only the second defeat of his professional career during the third round of the rematch between the fiercely-contested pair.
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