Robert Whittaker, a veteran middleweight fighter, expressed gratitude towards Ikram Aliskerov for stepping up at short notice to replace Khamzat Chimaev in their upcoming fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. However, beyond his appreciation, Whittaker’s focus is on taking Aliskerov’s “head off” in the octagon this weekend. Despite the sudden change in opponents, Whittaker remains confident
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The recent UFC on ESPN 58 event at the UFC Apex saw the undefeated fighter, Tatsuro Taira, secure a significant win in his career by defeating Alex Perez with a second-round stoppage. Despite his victory, the fight took an unexpected turn when Perez suffered a leg injury during a takedown by Taira. Taira utilized a
The upcoming UFC 303 event took a major hit when it was announced that both Conor McGregor and Jamahal Hill would not be able to compete due to injuries. Hill, the former UFC light heavyweight champion, took to social media to share the extent of his injuries, including two tears in his meniscus, a sprained
Conor McGregor, the former featherweight and lightweight champion, was set to make a highly anticipated return to the octagon on June 29 at UFC 303 in Las Vegas. However, UFC CEO Dana White announced on Thursday night that McGregor would no longer be fighting Michael Chandler due to an injury. This marks the first time
As the PFL season returns for the second half, the stage is set for some intense competition. While many sports save the drama for the playoffs, the PFL offers excitement throughout the regular season. With a unique point system in place, fighters often find themselves in a must-win situation to secure their spot in the
Dustin Poirier, a seasoned fighter in the UFC, faced a setback in his career at UFC 302 when he lost to Islam Makhachev in a match for the lightweight championship. This loss was not just any defeat for Poirier; it was a blow to his dream of becoming the undisputed champion. Following the fight, Poirier
Nassourdine Imavov delivered a spectacular performance on Saturday night, securing the most significant win of his UFC career by defeating former title challenger Jared Cannonier by TKO in the fourth round. The match took place at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky, where Imavov finished Cannonier with a series of punches at 1:34 of
Alexander Volkanovski, the Australian UFC star, is currently in a state of uncertainty regarding his return to the Octagon. After a brutal knockout loss to Ilia Topuria in February which saw him relinquish his featherweight title, Volkanovski is eager to once again compete at the highest level in the UFC. Despite not knowing when or
Islam Makhachev secured his third successful defense of the UFC lightweight championship with a spectacular submission victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. This impressive win further solidified his position as one of the most dominant fighters in the sport today. Makhachev’s record of 26-1 speaks for itself, showcasing his ability to overcome top-tier opponents
The UFC made an unexpected announcement on Monday regarding the postponement of a news conference in Dublin. The event, which was set to feature Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler, was abruptly called off without providing a reason for the decision. This news came as a surprise to fans and the mixed martial arts community alike.
Dustin Poirier has long been considered one of the greatest UFC fighters to never hold an undisputed championship. His journey to the lightweight title match against Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 was highly anticipated, with many fans rooting for Poirier to finally achieve his dream. However, Makhachev was determined to retain his title at all
At UFC 302, all eyes are on the main event where Islam Makhachev will put his lightweight championship on the line against Dustin Poirier. This highly anticipated matchup has fight fans buzzing with excitement as they anticipate an epic battle between two top-tier fighters. Dustin Poirier finds himself in a familiar position as the underdog