UFC rejects MVP’s entrace at UFC 299 – UFC news short
MVP told Ariel Helwani that his planned entrance for UFC 299 could have been the best ever, if UFC had approved it. He wanted to pretend to reach the Octagon and then go back to the entrance, similar to what Undertaker does. But UFC didn’t let him.
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Video: Dustin Poirier trash talked Dana white after knock out win against Saint Denis at UFC 299 – UFC news short
During an interview with Ariel Helwani on MMA Hour Dustin Poirier revealed that “It looked like I was talking to Trump, but I was talking to Dana. I said ‘hey you want me to fight these young mot*erfu*kers, this is what happens.”
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Video: Sean O’Malley’s Return to UFC 306 vs Merab Dvalishvili – UFC news short
Sean O’Malley told Ariel Helwani that he plans to return in September at UFC 306 at the Sphere in Las Vegas on Mexican Independence Day and suggested Merab Dvalishvili as a potential opponent, as reported on The MMA Hour.
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Video: Dustin Poirier’s Surprise at Benoit Saint Denis’ Performance at UFC 299 – UFC news short
Dustin Poirier was taken aback by Benoit Saint Denis‘ first-round performance in their recent fight. Despite Denis’ lower rank and Poirier’s expectation of a good match, Denis’ impressive start surprised him. Nevertheless, Poirier secured a knockout in the second round, later expressing his surprise at Denis’ initial pressure on MMA HOUR.
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Dustin Poirier : I went through mental struggle after Gaethje loss – UFC news short
In an interview following his victory at UFC 299, Dustin Poirier revealed that he faced a severe mental struggle after his knockout loss to Justin Gaethje. The situation was so dire that he considered never fighting again. Poirier described this as a very dark time in his life. However, taking time off and focusing on his mental health has significantly improved his situation.
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Video: Justin Gaethje’s wild reaction to Dustin Poirier KO’ing Benoit Saint-Denis – UFC news short
Despite having fought Dustin Poirier twice, Justin Gaethje is known to be good friends with him in the MMA community. Poirier’s comeback fight against Saint Denis at UFC 299, following his loss to Gaethje for the BMF title, saw Gaethje express happiness when Poirier knocked out Saint Denis.
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Video: Jon Jones Sends Fan to Hospital After Leg Kicking Him – UFC news short
A fan requested Jon Jones to kick him in the legs. Jon agreed and delivered a kick. However, the fan wasn’t satisfied and asked for a harder kick. Jon kicked again, this time harder. The fan later posted a video from a hospital, showing himself using crutches.
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Is the Epic Gaethje vs. Holloway UFC 300 Fight Cancelled? Fans Left in Suspense! – UFC News short
Despite Google search results suggesting that the bout between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway for the BMF title at UFC 300 is cancelled, it is still listed on the UFC’s official website. This discrepancy is causing fans to express concerns and question the validity of the information.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov blocked Rampage Jackson on Instagram | UFC News
Cain Velasquez talked about his training with Khabib on Rampage Jackson’s podcast. Rampage mentioned that Khabib had blocked him on Instagram. He wasn’t sure why, but guessed that his posts might not be liked by a religious person like Khabib.
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Dustin Poirier Challenges Islam Makhachev for June UFC Lightweight Championship | UFC News
Dustin Poirier, after winning at UFC 299, challenged Islam Makhachev. Dustin’s tweet said “Islam in June”, and Makhachev responded with emojis of a handshake and sword, showing he’s ready. Islam’s manager also thinks a fight between Dustin and Islam for the UFC lightweight championship in June could work.
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Controversy Surrounding Joe Rogan’s UFC 299 Commentary | UFC News
Joe Rogan‘s UFC 299 commentary has sparked a discussion in the MMA community due to alleged bias during the Poirier vs. Saint-Denis fight. Many fans are advocating for a change, including suggestions for Rogan to retire from UFC commentary.
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Shavkat Rakhmonov Responds to Jack Della Maddalena’s Call-Out on X | UFC News
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Twitter (X) response to Jack Della Maddalena’s call-out post UFC 299 intrigued fans. Maddalena, after his win, challenged undefeated Rakhmonov, who replied, “I respect your courage, Jack, but you will face the same fate as my previous opponents.
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Video of Conor McGregor watching UFC 299 with UFC fans | UFC News
Conor McGregor posted a video of himself enjoying UFC 299 with fans at a bar. It seemed like everyone was having a great time. Fans could be heard chanting McGregor’s name, creating a wholesome moment between Conor and his supporters.
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Video of Merab Dvalishvili confronting Sean O’Malley backstage | UFC News
Merab Dvalishvili felt upset when Sean O’Malley called out Ilia Topuria instead of him, following the UFC 299 main event. Merab was seen confronting Sean O’Malley backstage. Although they exchanged words, the situation did not escalate.
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Video of Dana White’s reaction on Francis Ngannou getting knocked out cold – UFC News
At the UFC 299 post-fight press conference, Dana White commented on Francis Ngannou’s knockout defeat. Although he didn’t watch the fight live, he saw the clips on social media. According to White, crossover fights are destined to unfold in this manner.
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Video of Merab Dvalishvili getting angry after Sean O’Malley calls out Ilia Topuria instead of him | UFC News
Merab Dvalishvili was visibly upset and angry at Sean O’Malley. Despite being the number 1 contender in the bantamweight division, Sean O’Malley chose to call out Ilia Topuria for a fight. Merab was heard saying, “I am pissed, call me out, I am the number 1 contender.”
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UFC 299 main card winners – Video of Sean O’Malley calls out Ilia Topuria
UFC 299 main card winners are – Petr Yan(Via UD), Jack Della Maddalena(Via TKO), Michael Page (Via UD), Dustin Poirier (KO), Sean O’Malley (UD).
After defending his belt against Marlon Vera, Sean O’Malley calls out Ilia Topuria to fight in Spain, says I will knock out Merab also if you guys want.
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Live from stadium – UFC 299 main card winners
UFC 299 main card winners are – Petr Yan(Via UD), Jack Della Maddalena(Via TKO), Michael Page (Via UD), Dustin Poirier (KO), Sean O’Malley (UD)
Link of live from stadium below.
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Video: What’s next for Francis Ngannou after KO loss | UFC News
Francis Ngannou suffered his second boxing defeat, getting knocked out by Anthony Joshua. This marks the first time Ngannou has ever been stopped in combat sports by knock out. At 37, this could significantly impact his career. It remains uncertain whether Ngannou will continue boxing or return to MMA.
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Video of Israel Adesanya’s reaction of Francis Ngannou knockout | UFC News
Francis Ngannou was knocked out by Anthony Joshua in their boxing match. Israel Adesanya, a good friend of Ngannou, uploaded his reaction to the match on his YouTube channel. Adesanya appeared shocked and saddened by Ngannou’s defeat. You can view the clip at the link below.
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UFC 299 predictions of main card | UFC News
UFC 299 is hours away, mmabeing’s 5 main card picks are Sean O’Malley, Benoit Saint-Denis, Michael Page , Jack Della Maddalena, Petr Yan.
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Video of Arman Tsarukyan gets disrespected & abused by Charles Oliveira fans at UFC 300 Q&A | UFC News
During the Q&A session of UFC 300, Charles Oliveira’s fans repeatedly disrespected Arman Tsarukyan. Alex Pereira and Kayla Harrison were also present. See the video link below.
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Video of UFC 299 ceremonial weigh-ins | UFC News
UFC 299 is just hours away. The final ceremonial weigh-in and face-off between the fighters have been completed. Check out the video of the final face-offs and ceremonial weigh-ins linked below.
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Dustin Poirier : I am a win away from another title shot | UFC News
Dustin Poirier recently stated that if he performs well in his upcoming fight against Saint Denis, he might get another shot at the UFC lightweight belt. However, his current focus is mainly on the next fight. He plans to consider the title shot afterwards.
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Video of Francis Ngannou getting knocked out cold by Anthony Joshua | UFC News
In the highly anticipated boxing bout between Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua, Ngannou was knocked out by Joshua in the second round. The video of the knockout is linked below.
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Fans worry “Drake Curse” might affect Francis Ngannou | UFC News
Drake has placed a $615,000 bet on Francis Ngannou. Drake is known for a social media joke named drake curse, where his support supposedly makes athletes lose. This time, he’s betting on Francis Ngannou to win against Anthony Joshua. Drake shared on Instagram that he’s bet $615,000 on ‘The Predator’. If the ex-UFC heavyweight champion beats the experienced boxer, Drake will win over $1 million.
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Francis Ngannou reacts to Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight announcement | UFC News
Francis Ngannou is surprised by the news that Jake Paul is set to fight boxing legend Mike Tyson this year. Ngannou said “I’m not sure if it’s real. I saw the news and it said the fight will be on Netflix, so I thought it might be a movie. I won’t speculate, we’ll see if it’s real and if it will be a good fight. This news shocked me. I only saw it an hour ago, so I’m still figuring it out. But I have no doubt that Tyson can still fight well.”
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Cory Sandhagen is open to fight with Umar Nurmagomedov | UFC News
Cory Sandhagen responds to Umar Nurmagomedov‘s call-out after extending his unbeaten streak. Sandhagen is open to a fight with Nurmagomedov if it’s for a number one contender spot.
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Francis Ngannou Disrespects Dana White in Interview | UFC News
Francis Ngannou was asked if he cared about Dana White acknowledging his success. Ngannou’s answer was simple: he doesn’t worry about White’s thoughts. He said this before his boxing match with Anthony Joshua, showing that he’s focused on his own goals. Ngannou said “I don’t give a s**t what Dana White thinks”
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Gilbert Burns believes Khamzat Chimaev has not yet earned a title shot | UFC News
Khamzat Chimaev is eyeing a title shot, but Gilbert Burns believes a rematch with Kamaru Usman is more justifiable. Burns thinks it’s not fair for fighters to jump the line, and a rematch with Usman would settle things.
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Francis Ngannou was broke before his last UFC fight, owed Kamaru Usman $200K | UFC News
On Kamaru Usman & Henry Cejudo’s YouTube channel, Francis Ngannou shared how much he earned in his last UFC match and the higher amount he rejected to leave UFC. He said, “I made $600K in my final UFC fight, even though they offered $5 million for the same fight. I was in debt at that time, owing Usman $200K.”
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Jake Paul Will Fight 57-Year-Old Mike Tyson | UFC News
Jake Paul recently announced on Twitter that his next boxing opponent is the legendary Mike Tyson, who is currently 57 years old, while Jake Paul himself is 27. This announcement has sparked reactions from many fans and fighters, who believe it is disgraceful for Jake Paul to fight a 57-year-old when he is only 27.
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Conor McGregor puts pressure on UFC for fights | UFC News
McGregor is hoping to fight Nate Diaz in September and Michael Chandler in June. But, he is still waiting for UFC to agree. Even though he’s the most tested athlete, he doesn’t have a confirmed fight date yet. He’s looking forward to the upcoming matches and is trying to stay focused on his training during this uncertain time.
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Ian Garry revealed his plans to become a double champion | UFC News
After his recent win, Ian Garry shared his goal to earn two championship titles. He plans to fight and win in both the welterweight and middleweight divisions, aiming to compete against fighters like Shavkat Rakhmonov and Khamzat Chimaev.
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Umar Nurmagomedov and Vinicius Oliveira engaged in a heated exchange | UFC News
Umar Nurmagomedov and Venicius Oliveira had a fiery chat on social media. Oliveira shared their private messages. They both talked tough and Oliveira asked for a match, urging Dana White to arrange it.
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Mike Perry called out Joe Rogan because of interview | UFC News
Mike Perry felt that his interview on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast was too formal. He wanted a casual chat instead of career guidance. He wished to discuss topics like aliens, similar to conversations Joe Rogan has with other guests.
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Dustin Poirier revealed his retirement plans | UFC News
Dustin Poirier discussed the inevitable conclusion of his fighting career. He acknowledged that he can’t do this forever, given that he’s already 35. Although he still aspires to the undisputed belt, he’s also preparing for his eventual retirement, taking one step at a time.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Son asks if He Could Fight Like Islam Makhachev | UFC News
In an interview, Khabib Nurmagomedov shared that his son asked if he could fight like Islam Makhachev. “When I retired, he was only 3 years old and didn’t understand much. A couple of weeks ago, he asked me, ‘Father, can you fight like Islam Makhachev?’ I asked why, and he said it’s because Makhachev is a very good fighter and he’s never seen me fight like him. I told him that when I was fighting, he was only two or three years old. He then asked if he could watch my fights.”
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Dricus Du Plessis explains why he didn’t take the fight against Adesanya at UFC 300 | UFC News
In a podcast, Dricus Du Plessis shared why he didn’t fight Israel Adesanya at UFC 300. He said, “Why would I start training when I’m injured if I’m the champion? As the champion, I can fight when I’m ready. I think Izzy still sees himself as a champion, but he’s not. He’ll fight when the opportunity comes. He doesn’t dictate when I fight.”
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Israel Adesanya Eyes Opportunities Beyond UFC | UFC News
Even though Israel Adesanya isn’t the current middleweight champion, he’s looking at opportunities outside the UFC. In a video with Anthony Joshua, Adesanya said he was offered a chance to box again. But, he seems happy with his situation in the UFC, saying they’re taking good care of him.
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Sean O’Malley believes he would defeat Prime Conor McGregor | UFC News
Sean O’Malley, in an interview, expressed his confidence in surpassing Conor McGregor’s prime featherweight skills. He claimed superior striking abilities in both southpaw and orthodox stances. O’Malley believes even at a lighter weight, he could be a competitive match against McGregor, citing his height and speed advantages.
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Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo Debate Dustin Poirier’s Hall of Fame Worthiness | UFC News
Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo are debating whether Dustin Poirier deserves a place in the UFC Hall of Fame. Usman believes that despite Dustin never being an Undisputed UFC Champion, it’s hard to argue against his inclusion in the Hall of Fame. On the other hand, Henry disagrees, pointing out that Dustin has been knocked out and submitted multiple times.
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Conor McGregor gives his honest thoughts on Sean Strickland | UFC News
On Instagram, a fan asked Conor McGregor for his opinion on Sean Strickland. McGregor responded, “I like him. Decent fighter. Outspoken. Bit of a mad thing. Loves a knock. UFC champion. He’s a good fella in my book.”
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UFC 299 ‘Embedded’ Update: Sean O’Malley Dyes Hair, Preps for Miami Bout | UFC News
The third UFC pay-per-view of 2024 is here, with the “Embedded” video series showcasing behind-the-scenes action. In this episode, Marlon “Chito” Vera is seen handling business, champ Sean O’Malley is energizing and dyeing his hair, Jack Della Maddalena is exploring Florida’s gators, Benoit Saint Denis is training for a legendary face-off, and “Suga” Sean is travelling in style.
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Francis Ngannou to Continue Boxing Alongside MMA for Career Fulfillment | UFC News
Francis Ngannou plans to continue boxing throughout his career, alongside some MMA fights. He mentioned that his initial passion was boxing, not MMA. Even when the opportunity for MMA came, it was a chance to shine and potentially switch back to boxing. He feels the need to fulfill his love for boxing to retire peacefully.
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Ilia Topuria is scheduled to present his belt to 55,000 Georgians at Georgia’s EURO 2024 play-off match | UFC News
Ilia Topuria is set to present his belt to 55,000 Georgians at Georgia’s EURO 2024 play-off match against Luxembourg on March 21st. He recently displayed his belt at Spain’s Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, having just acquired Spanish citizenship. Ilia represents both Georgia and Spain.
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Aljamain Sterling Believes a Less Exciting Fight Strategy Could Benefit Marlon Vera in UFC 299 Bout | UFC News
Aljamain Sterling suggests that Marlon Vera should adopt a more strategic and less aggressive approach in his UFC 299 fight against Sean O’Malley. He compares the situation to the Francis Ngannou-Derrick Lewis or Rose Namajunas-Carla Esparza 2 fights. Sterling believes O’Malley is the more skilled fighter, without a doubt.
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Francis Ngannou did not leave Cameroon with the goal of joining UFC | UFC News
During a DAZN interview, Ngannou discussed his journey in combat sports. He didn’t want to leave Cameroon, but he did to pursue his boxing ambitions. ‘The Predator’ clarified, “The only reason I left was for boxing. Without boxing, I wouldn’t have left. It was not out of excitement, it was a difficult decision.”
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Chael Sonnen thinks Justin Gaethje will face problems in his upcoming UFC 300 match against Max Holloway | UFC News
Former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen scrutinizes Justin Gaethje, challenging the prevailing opinion that Gaethje can outperform Max Holloway in their forthcoming BMF title bout at UFC 300. Sonnen discusses the possible obstacles Gaethje could encounter against Holloway, highlighting Holloway’s reach, speed, and combinations. This commentary provides notable insights into the fight.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov Rejects Offers, Firmly Declares Never to Return to UFC | UFC News
Khabib Nurmagomedov has stated he will not return to the UFC, despite receiving offers from promoters. He made this decision in October 2020 following his final fight at UFC 254 against Justin Gaethje. Regardless of potential financial gain, Khabib has chosen to uphold his retirement as a commitment to his late father and his mother’s wishes.
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