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Jonathan Pearce is calling a first round finish over Christian Rodriguez at UFC Vegas 48: "The experience will be too much"
Cole Shelton - February 17, 2022
Jonathan Pearce plans to show Christian Rodriguez that there are levels to this game. Pearce was supposed to fight Austin Lingo at UFC Vegas 48. However, Lingo was forced to withdraw from the contest and the undefeated fighter in Rodriguez stepped up. Although Rodriguez is undefeated and even won the Contender Series, Pearce doesn’t think he’s on his level and he’ll show that with a first-round finish.
Viral self-defense star Dale Brown to corner Joaquin Buckley at UFC Vegas 48
Josh Evanoff - February 17, 2022
Self-defense “expert” Dale Brown has gone viral on social media over the past year for his unique techniques. He’s now taking his talents to the Octagon but as a cornerman for Joaquin Buckley. The St. Louis native is set to square off with Abdul Razak Alhassan on the main card at UFC Vegas 48 this weekend. Buckley seemingly needed another cornerman for his bout and decided the star of D.U.S.T. was the right man for the job.
Bobby Green says he's the BMF champ of the lightweight division after taking Islam Makhachev fight
Cole Shelton - February 17, 2022
Bobby Green didn’t think twice about taking the fight against Islam Makhachev on short notice. Green defeated Nasrat Haqparast by decision at UFC 271 on February 12 and not even a week later, he agreed to headline UFC Vegas 49 on February 19 as he will take on Islam Makhachev. The Dagestani fighter was supposed to face Beneil Dariush, who unfortunately suffered an injury and was forced out of the bout.
Conor McGregor's manager wouldn't be surprised if 'The Notorious' fights for the title next: "He can fight anybody"
Josh Evanoff - February 17, 2022
Conor McGregor’s manager has revealed that he thinks ‘The Notorious’ could be fighting for UFC gold next. The former dual-weight champion has been out of the cage since his injury loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. The loss gave Conor McGregor three losses in his last four fights inside the cage. During that stretch, he also lost to Floyd Mayweather inside of the boxing ring in 2017.
Luke Rockhold wants to return in June against Paulo Costa, as long as he makes weight: "I’m not here to fight f*****g cheaters"
Cole Shelton - February 17, 2022
Luke Rockhold is hoping to make his return in June against Paulo Costa. Rockhold has not fought since UFC 239 where he suffered a KO loss to Jan Blachowicz in his light heavyweight debut. Since then, he was booked to fight Sean Strickland at UFC 268, but was forced out of the bout due to an injury. Now, the former champion says he wants to face Costa next, as long as the Brazilian can make weight.
UFC light heavyweight Jimmy Crute announces he will be out of action for the rest of the year
Susan Cox - February 17, 2022
Jimmy Crute, (12-3 MMA), currently competes in the light heavyweight division of the UFC. Crute’s last fight was on December 3rd, 2021 at UFC Vegas 44 where he matched up with Jamahal Hill (9-1 MMA). The outcome was a brutal knockout loss with Hill dropping Crute just 48 seconds into the fight.
Chael Sonnen explains the one thing Joe Rogan does that other commentators can’t do
Susan Cox - February 17, 2022
On February 12th at UFC 271, Joe Rogan who was supposed to be cageside, but was not, and didn’t provide commentary on the fights due to a ‘conflict of schedule’. At the last minute, Michael Bisping took his place. Bisping had mixed reviews, and a fair bit of criticism on how he handled his pay-per-view debut.
No hard feelings. Dan Lambert supports Amanda Nunes departure from ATT
Susan Cox - February 17, 2022
Dan Lambert, who founded American Top Team back in 2001, says there‘s no hard feelings with Amanda Nunes departing the gym. Lamberts’ goal was to provide MMA fighters with world class training facilities all under one roof. Over the past 20 years, ATT has been home to some of the best fighters in the world.
Ciryl Gane explains his decision to go for a leg lock in the final round against Francis Ngannou
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2022
UFC heavyweight Ciryl Gane has explained why he decided to go for a leg lock in the final round of his title fight against Francis Ngannou. In the main event of UFC 270 last month, Ciryl Gane fell short in his pursuit of the UFC heavyweight championship. For many fans, pundits and judges alike, he did enough to win the first two rounds of his bout with Francis Ngannou – only to lose the final three to leave him on the wrong end of a decision defeat.
Daniel Cormier refutes Henry Cejudo’s claim that Khamzat Chimaev would easily defeat Israel Adesanya: “He’s gonna get himself into trouble”
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2022
Daniel Cormier has hit back at Henry Cejudo’s suggestion that Khamzat Chimaev could easily defeat Israel Adesanya. Following his win over Robert Whittaker at UFC 271, many fans have been wondering whether or not anyone in the middleweight division is capable of beating Israel Adesanya. Henry Cejudo, a former two-weight UFC champion himself, recently offered up Chimaev as a suggestion.
Alex Hernandez reflects on tough loss to Renato Moicano at UFC 271: “May the Charles Oliveira Gods grant me wisdom”
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2022
UFC lightweight Alex Hernandez has taken the time to reflect on a tough loss to Renato Moicano at UFC 271. In the lead-up to fight night on Saturday, the biggest concern for Alex Hernandez was his placement on the card. Then, when the second round of his bout with Renato Moicano got underway, he had a whole host of other problems to deal with as he was beaten from pillar to post by the Brazilian before being submitted.
Anthony Smith names the middleweight who “probably has the best chance” to beat Israel Adesanya
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2022
Anthony Smith has given his thoughts on which UFC middleweight could dethrone current champion Israel Adesanya. At UFC 271, Israel Adesanya continued his dominant reign as the 185-pound king with a decision win over Robert Whittaker. While some disagreed with him getting the nod, the evidence for Whittaker winning simply wasn’t decisive enough to warrant it being called a robbery.