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Video | Kamaru Usman celebrates the Florida Panthers game 7 Stanley Cup victory: “We came and took care of business”
Susan Cox - June 25, 2024
Kamaru Usman, like so many, is celebrating the Florida Panthers game 7 Stanley Cup victory. Usman was in attendance for game 7, sporting his #24 Usman jersey. The former UFC welterweight champion celebrated the Florida Panthers’ victory over the Edmonton Oilers at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
Ian Machado Garry names the lone other welterweight he believes is capable of dethroning Leon Edwards
Susan Cox - June 25, 2024
Ian Machado Garry is naming the lone other welterweight he believes is capable of dethroning Leon Edwards. Edwards (22-3 MMA) is the current UFC welterweight champion. ‘Rocky’ has successfully defended his title twice and will be looking to do so for a third time when he meets up with Belal Muhammad (23-3 MMA) this coming July at UFC 304 in Manchester, England.
Arman Tsarukyan fined and suspended by the NSAC for UFC 300 fan attack
Susan Cox - June 25, 2024
Arman Tsarukyan has been fined and suspended by the NSAC for his UFC 300 fan attack. The 27-year-old Tsarukyan (22-3 MMA) last fought and defeated Charles Oliveira (34-10 MMA) in a lightweight bout this past April at the historic UFC 300.
What's next for Robert Whittaker and Ikram Aliskerov after UFC Saudi Arabia?
Cole Shelton - June 25, 2024
In the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia on Saturday, middleweights threw down as Robert Whittaker took on Ikram Aliskerov, who stepped up on short notice. Whittaker entered the fight coming off a decision win over Paulo Costa back in February to return to the win column after a TKO loss to Dricus Du Plessis. Aliskerov, meanwhile, was coming off a KO win over Warlley Alves after he knocked out Phil Hawes in his debut.
Khamzat Chimaev reportedly targeting October return at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2024
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev is reportedly targeting a return to the cage in October, as per his team. As we know, Khamzat Chimaev was set to return to the Octagon last weekend at UFC Saudi Arabia. He was scheduled to take on Robert Whittaker in an absolutely blockbuster main event. Unfortunately, due to illness, Chimaev was unable to compete, with Ikram Aliskerov stepping in to battle and lose to Bobby Knuckles.
Jorge Masvidal scolds Conor McGregor for never addressing his callouts: “He is scared sh*tless”
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2024
Jorge Masvidal has gone after Conor McGregor for not entertaining the idea of a superfight between them. As we know, Jorge Masvidal has a boxing showdown with Nate Diaz on the horizon. He’s being putting his heart and soul into his appearance in the squared circle, walking away from mixed martial arts in the process.
Ian Machado Garry vows to end the hype train of Michael Page at UFC 303: “He couldn't do it in Bellator and he thinks he's gonna do it here?”
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2024
UFC star Ian Machado Garry has vowed to end the hype train of Michael ‘Venom’ Page when they meet at UFC 303. This Saturday night, Ian Machado Garry will go head to head with Michael Page. It’s considered to be one of the most intriguing fights on the UFC 303 card, especially given their relative star power. Machado Garry is a rising force in the welterweight division, whereas MVP has made some real waves since arriving from Bellator.
Jiri Prochazka explains why he was "surprised" Alex Pereira accepted title fight on short notice at UFC 303
Cole Shelton - June 24, 2024
Jiri Prochazka didn’t know if Alex Pereira would accept the rematch on short notice at UFC 303. After Conor McGregor was forced to withdraw from his UFC 303 main event fight against Michael Chandler, the UFC pivoted to make the rematch between Prochazka and Pereira for the light heavyweight title. The two took the fight on just two weeks’ notice which Prochazka says came with a pay bump, but he was surprised that Pereira decided to defend his belt on short notice.
Paige VanZant explains why she signed with Power Slap, vows to become champion
Cole Shelton - June 24, 2024
Paige VanZant says she will become Power Slap champion and won’t stop until she is one. VanZant is set to make her Power Slap debut on Friday night which was surprising news. The former UFC star had been competing in BKFC and boxing but has now decided to try her hand in Power Slap. VanZant says she chases adrenaline and believes Power Slap gives her the best chance to do just that.
Jiří Procházka on what he learned during recent 3-day isolation without light and food: "You become a friend to yourself"
Curtis Calhoun - June 24, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiří Procházka underwent a three-day isolation without basic needs ahead of his Octagon return. Procházka will face UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira in the UFC 303 main event on Saturday in Las Vegas. He and Pereira will headline the card on short notice after Conor McGregor’s withdrawal from his scheduled fight with Michael Chandler.
Michael Page targeting Kamaru Usman with victory over Ian Garry at UFC 303: "He's just sat at the top"
Josh Evanoff - June 24, 2024
If Michael Page can get through Ian Garry at UFC 303 this Saturday, he wants Kamaru Usman next. The man known to many fans online simply as ‘MVP’ is set to return this weekend. In the opening fight of the UFC 303 main card, Michael Page will meet the rising Ian Garry. Both men are coming off major victories, with the former Bellator contender dominating Kevin Holland in his promotional debut in March.
Daniel Cormier explains why Conor McGregor's toe injury creates an "opportunity" for his UFC rivals
Curtis Calhoun - June 24, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier thinks Conor McGregor’s UFC 303 pullout due to a toe injury provides new material for fighters to use against him. McGregor was scheduled to face former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler in the UFC 303 main event this Saturday in Las Vegas. But, McGregor withdrew earlier this month due to a toe injury suffered in camp, and the fight will be rescheduled for a later date.