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Jared Cannonier reveals injury that forced him out of fights with Khamzat Chimaev and Roman Dolidze
Susan Cox - October 23, 2023
Jared Cannonier is revealing the injury that forced him out of fights with Khamzat Chimaev and Roman Dolidze. ‘Submission Radio’ took to ‘X‘ with the news:
Khamzat Chimaev sends warning to UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland: “You know how fast I can finish you”
Susan Cox - October 23, 2023
Khamzat Chimaev is sending a warning to UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland. Chimaev (13-0 MMA) is riding high after defeating Kamaru Usman (20-4 MMA) by majority decision in a middleweight bout last Saturday, October 21st at UFC 294 in the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. With the victory ‘Borz’ remains undefeated in the Octagon.
Official main card lineup released for next month’s UFC 295: ‘Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic’ event
Harry Kettle - October 23, 2023
The official main card for UFC 295 has been released, featuring the main event clash between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. Next month, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will make its annual visit to Madison Square Garden in New York City. The November card has become a regular feature in the promotional calendar, with some of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts history competing in NYC since the doors first opened.
Sean Strickland discusses potential title fight with Khamzat Chimaev: “Getting a decision with a welterweight off the couch is not f**king earning it”
Harry Kettle - October 23, 2023
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland has questioned whether or not Khamzat Chimaev has earned a shot at the title. Last weekend at UFC 294, Khamzat Chimaev went head-to-head with Kamaru Usman in the co-main event of the evening. It was a competitive, hard-fought contest, with Chimaev eventually doing enough to earn the decision win. Usman pushed him all the way, but that didn’t prevent ‘Borz’ from getting the job done.
Dana White confirms UFC is interested in signing former Bellator title challenger Michael Page: "He's interested too"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
UFC CEO Dana White has confirmed that there is interest in bringing Michael Page onboard. Page was last seen in action inside the Bellator cage back in March. He defeated Goiti Yamauchi via TKO in just 26 seconds. It was the final fight of Page’s Bellator deal, and he’s now a free agent. Page has recently gotten chummy with White, and he even attended the UFC 294 event in Abu Dhabi. This has sparked speculation that “MVP” could be UFC bound.
Justin Gaethje wants title shot against Islam Makhachev following UFC 294: "It's a fresh matchup"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
Justin Gaethje is calling for another opportunity at the UFC Lightweight Championship. Gaethje witnessed the rematch between Islam Makhachev and Alex Volkanovski at UFC 294. Makhachev made short work of Volkanovski, scoring a first-round finish after landing a clean head kick, followed by ground-and-pound. Now, there is a debate over who should be next in line for a shot at Makhachev’s gold.
Alex Volkanovski couldn't pull the trigger in UFC 294 rematch with Islam Makhachev: "It just felt a little weird"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
Alex Volkanovski admits he hesitated in his UFC 294 rematch against Islam Makhachev and he paid for it. Volkanovski stepped up on short notice to challenge Makhachev for the UFC Lightweight Championship this past Saturday (October 21). “The Great” replaced an injured Charles Oliveira. Fight fans were eagerly anticipating the rematch, as the first encounter between Makhachev and Volkanovski was a thrilling five-round war. The rematch played out far differently.
Paulo Costa slams Khamzat Chimaev's UFC 294 performance against Kamaru Usman: "He looked terrible"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
Paulo Costa is not impressed with Khamzat Chimaev following his UFC 294 win over Kamaru Usman. Chimaev and Usman did battle in a short-notice fight inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 21. Despite a dominant opening round for Chimaev, Usman made things competitive with his boxing and ground defense. Ultimately, Chimaev won the fight via majority decision.
Conor McGregor calls foul on Islam Makhachev’s stoppage win over Alexander Volkanovski: “Back of the head shots are not good”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
Conor McGregor was paying attention to the UFC 294 headliner between Islam Makhachev and Alex Volkanovski. Volkanovski stepped up on short notice when Charles Oliveira couldn’t make it to the card after suffering a cut during sparring. While the first fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski was highly competitive, the rematch ended quickly. Makhachev scored a head kick that dropped Volkanovski in the first round and finished the fight with some follow-up punches.
Dillon Danis sends message to UFC CEO Dana White following Bellator release: “We about to make a lot of money”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
Dillon Danis is no longer a Bellator fighter, and he’s eyeing a spot on the UFC roster. MMA journalist Ariel Helwani reported that Danis was released from his Bellator contract over the weekend. “El Jefe” hadn’t had a fight under the Bellator banner since June 2019.
Dana White chimes in on doctor stoppage in Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker fight at UFC 294: "The guy’s inexperienced"
Chris Taylor - October 21, 2023
Dana White has shared his thoughts on the controversial doctor stoppage in today’s Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker fight at UFC 294. Walker (21-7 MMA) and Ankalaev (18-1-1 MMA) collided in a highly anticipated light heavyweight contest on the main card of today’s pay-per-view event in Abu Dhabi.
Kamaru Usman reacts following majority decision loss to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294
Chris Taylor - October 21, 2023
Kamaru Usman has reacted following his majority decision loss to Khamzat Chimaev in today’s UFC 294 co-main event. Usman (20-4 MMA) stepped on short notice to battle Chimaev (13-0 MMA) in a middleweight contest this afternoon in Abu Dhabi.