UFC 258 News
Dana White discusses the future of Maycee Barber following second consecutive loss at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 14, 2021
Dana White discussed the future of women’s flyweight Maycee Barber following her second consecutive loss at last night’s UFC 258 event. Barber (8-2 MMA) had entered last night’s co-headliner in hopes of rebounding from her first career loss as a professional. ‘The Future’ was coming off a unanimous decision setback to veteran Roxanne Modafferi in her most previous effort at UFC 246.
Jorge Masvidal addresses Kamaru Usman following UFC 258: "Game plan to putting me in a 'coffin' hug and toe stomp"
Christopher Taylor - February 14, 2021
Jorge Masvidal had addressed welterweight champion Kamaru Usman following his third round TKO victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 258. Usman returned to action in the headliner of last night’s UFC pay-per-view event against former training partner Gilbert Burns.
Justin Gaethje praises Kamaru Usman following UFC 258: "Only guy I train with that gets stronger as the round gets higher
Chris Taylor - February 14, 2021
Justin Gaethje shared some high praise for Kamaru Usman after the welterweight champ successfully defended his title at UFC 258. Usman (18-1 MMA) squared off with Gilbert Burns (19-4 MMA) in the headliner of yesterday’s pay-per-view event. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ was looking to earn his third career title defense, this after scoring recent wins over Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington.
Gilbert Burns reacts following TKO loss to Kamaru Usman at UFC 258
Christopher Taylor - February 13, 2021
Gilbert Burns entered tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event in hopes of dethroning current welterweight kingpin Kamaru Usman. Burns (19-4 MMA) took to the Octagon this evening sport an impressive six-fight win streak, his latest being a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Tyron Woodley.
UFC 258 Bonus Report: Kamaru Usman takes home an extra $50k for stopping Gilbert Burns
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
The Octagon remained in Las Vegas for tonight’s UFC 258 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns. The highly anticipated welterweight title fight proved to be a tale of two rounds. Gilbert Burns was able to hurt Kamaru Usman with a right hand in the opening seconds of the first round but could not secure a finish. Then in round two, Usman would rebound by rocking ‘Durinho’ with a big right hand of his own. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ carried that momentum into round three where he dropped Burns with a jab and then finished him with ground and pound.
Pros react after Kamaru Usman TKO's Gilbert Burns at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event was headlined by a welterweight title fight featuring Kamaru Usman taking on Gilbert Burns. Usman (18-1 MMA) was returning the Octagon for the first time since scoring a unanimous decision win over BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ had entered the contest sporting a sixteen-fight winning streak, which included two successful defenses of the UFC’s welterweight title.
UFC 258 Result: Kamaru Usman stops Gilbert Burns (Video)
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 event is headlined by a welterweight title fight featuring reigning champion Kamaru Usman taking on Gilbert Burns. Usman (17-1 MMA) will be stepping foot in the Octagon for the first time since scoring a unanimous decision win over BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ is currently riding a sixteen-fight winning streak, which includes two successful defenses of his welterweight title.
Pros react after Alexa Grasso defeats Maycee Barber at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 258 pay-per-view event was co-headlined by a women’s flyweight bout between Maycee Barber and Alexa Grasso. Barber (8-2 MMA) had entered tonight’s co-main event in hopes of rebounding from her first career loss as a professional. ‘The Future’ had suffered a unanimous decision setback to veteran Roxanne Modafferi in her most previous effort at UFC 246. Prior to the loss, Maycee had gone a perfect 8-0 in her young career, which included three stoppage wins under the UFC banner.
Pros react after Kelvin Gastelum defeats Ian Heinisch at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
A middleweight bout featuring former title contender Kelvin Gastelum taking on Ian Heinisch took place on tonight’s UFC 258 main card. Gastelum (16-6 MMA) had entered tonight’s event looking to snap the first three-fight losing skid of his career. The former TUF 17 winner had suffered losses to Israel Adesanya, Darren Till and most recently Jack Hermansson during that recent rough stretch.
UFC 258 Result: Kelvin Gastelum defeats Ian Heinisch (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
A middleweight bout featuring former title contender Kelvin Gastelum taking on Ian Heinisch goes down on tonight’s UFC 258 main card. Gastelum (15-6 MMA) will be looking to snap the first three-fight losing skid of his career when he steps foot in the Octagon this evening. The former TUF 17 winner has suffered losses to Israel Adesanya, Darren Till and most recently Jack Hermansson during his recent rough stretch.
Dana White calls Ariel Helwani a "douche" for making Gina Carano story "all about him"
Christopher Taylor - February 13, 2021
UFC President Dana White has once again taken aim at popular MMA journalist Ariel Helwani, this time over the recent Gina Carano controversy. The women’s mixed martial arts icon, Carano (7-1 MMA), was fired by Lucasfilm on Wednesday after sharing what the company deemed as “abhorrent” and “unacceptable” posts on social media.
Bobby Green and Gillian Robertson release statements after being forced out of UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Bobby Green and Gillian Robertson have each issued statements following their respective removals from tonight’s UFC 258 event. Green (27-11-1 MMA) was expected to face veteran Jim Miller in a lightweight contest this evening. Unfortunately for fight fans, Bobby collapsed shortly after making weight on Friday and his bout with Miller was called off.
Colby Covington shares his prediction for Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns at UFC 258
Chris Taylor - February 13, 2021
Colby Covington has shared a bold prediction for tonight’s Gilbert Burns vs. Kamaru Usman welterweight title fight at UFC 258. Usman (17-1 MMA) will be stepping foot in the Octagon this evening for the first time since scoring a unanimous decision win over BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ is currently riding a sixteen-fight winning streak, which includes two successful defenses of his welterweight title, one over Colby Covington.
UFC 258: 'Usman vs. Burns' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 12, 2021
The Octagon remains in Las Vegas for tonight’s UFC 258 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns. Kamaru Usman (17-1 MMA) will be stepping foot in the Octagon for the first time since scoring a unanimous decision win over BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ is currently riding a sixteen-fight winning streak, which includes two successful defenses of his welterweight title.
Bobby Green collapses backstage before UFC 258 fight with Jim Miller
Adam Martin - February 12, 2021
UFC lightweight Bobby Green collapsed backstage before his UFC 258 fight with Jim Miller, putting the bout in jeopardy of going on. UFC president Dana White told reporters following the UFC 258 weigh-ins that Green collapsed after he successfully weighed in at 156lbs for his fight with Miller. However, Green was the last to the scale, indicating a tough weight cut. Check out what White told the media in Las Vegas (h/t TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter).
UFC 258 weigh-in results: Usman, Burns set for title fight
Tom Taylor - February 12, 2021
On Saturday night, the UFC will return to our screens with the anticipated UFC 258 pay-per-view out of the promotion’s APEX facility in Las Vegas. UFC 258 will be headlined by a welterweight title fight between dominating champion Kamaru Usman and surging challenger Gilbert Burns. Heading into the fight, Burns is widely viewed as one of Usman’s toughest challenges to date. The fight also has amplified appeal due to the fact that the pair trained together for many years at Sanford MMA in South Florida.
UFC 258 | Gilbert Burns shares footage of his last training session with Kamaru Usman
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2021
Gilbert Burns will challenge Kamaru Usman for the promotions welterweight championship in the headliner of this Saturday’s UFC 258 event. Burns and Usman have a storied history having trained together under coach Henri Hooft in South Florida for many years.
UFC 258: Usman vs. Burns full betting odds
Adam Martin - February 10, 2021
Check out the complete betting odds for this Saturday’s UFC 258 pay-per-view featuring Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns in the main event. The headliner sees former Sanford MMA teammates Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns square off for the UFC welterweight title. The champion Usman comes into this fight on a 15-fight win streak overall, including an incredible 12-0 record in the UFC. He is looking to break GSP’s record for the longest win streak at 170lbs this weekend, but he’s no doubt in for a tough test against Burns. The Brazilian has won six straight fights including four straight at 170lbs. He is super confident heading into this bout and should be a real challenge for Usman.
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