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Jorge Masvidal came up short in his first fight with Kamaru Usman. But, it looks like Stephen Thompson believes that won’t be the case at UFC 261.

Recently the UFC announced that Masvidal will face the welterweight … Read More

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Although Leon Edwards was unable to record a highlight reel victory at UFC Vegas 21, and extend his winning streak to 9, the welterweight believes a title fight should be next.

Due to the run Edwards had … Read More

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Colby Covington has been calling for a rematch with Kamaru Usman ever since he was stopped by the UFC’s welterweight champ. But, according to the latter, he’s made a strategic error then by not facing Leon Edwards.… Read More

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It remains to be seen if the UFC ends up booking a rematch between Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal. But, following Usman’s call for the fight, the welterweight champ is a sizeable favorite in early betting lines.… Read More

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Following Kamaru Usman’s win over Gilbert Burns at UFC 258, the welterweight champ called for a rematch with Jorge Masvidal. But, Stephen Thompson believes he should be next in line for a title shot.

After Usman stopped … Read More

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Although Kamaru Usman recorded a clear-cut win over Jorge Masvidal last summer, the welterweight champ wants to run it back with his rival.

Usman (18-1) took on Gilbert Burns on Saturday night at UFC 258, and came … Read More

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Douglas Lima has previously said he’d be down to fight UFC welterweight champ, Kamaru Usman. But, Bellator’s welterweight king doesn’t believe the UFC’s willing to risk what could happen in the cross-promotional match-up.

The hard-hitting Lima has … Read More

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It looks like former welterweight champ Tyron Woodley will look to end his three-fight winning streak against Vicente Luque next.

Since Woodley (19-6-1) lost the belt to Kamaru Usman in March, 2019, he has also been defeated … Read More

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Following Colby Covington’s impressive win over Tyron Woodley at UFC Vegas 11, the former welterweight interim champ was called by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Covington outscored Woodley throughout much of the bout with his wrestling and strikes, … Read More

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Tyron Woodleyis finally going to face his rival Colby Covington tonight at UFC Vegas 11, and his former foe, Stephen Thompson, will be rooting for the former champ.

Covington and Woodley have been feuding through the media … Read More

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The UFC is working on booking Khamzat Chimaev’s next couple of fights, and one of them could be against perennial contender, Demian Maia.

Chimaev made headlines this past July, by becoming the first fighter in UFC history … Read More

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After trading verbal shots for a couple of years now, it looks like Tyron Woodley and Colby Covington are going to fight on September 19th.

The former teammates have been sparring through the media for months now, … Read More

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Although Jorge Masvidal understands he could earn more money fighting the like of Conor McGregor or Nate Diaz next, ‘Gamebred’ says a rematch with Kamaru Usman is his number one goal.

Masvidal stepped up on short notice … Read More

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Following Jorge Masvidal’s loss to Kamaru Usman at UFC 251, the rugged contender insisted he’ll do what it takes to face the welterweight champ again.

Masvidal stepped in on short notice for the title fight, after Gilbert … Read More

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Jorge Masvidal will not have one of the most respected coaches in the game in his corner on Saturday, as Mike Brown has confirmed he’s tested positive for COVID-19.

Masvidal agreed on short notice to face Kamaru … Read More

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Kamaru Usman has been booked to fight a different opponent at UFC 251, with just several days notice. But, according to the welterweight champ, the fact he’s now facing Jorge Masvidal rather than Gilbert Burns, is just … Read More

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After agreeing to fight Kamaru Usman at UFC 251 on Saturday, Jorge Masvidal’s confirmed he’s signed a new multi-fight deal with the promotion.

Masvidal has been booked to face the welterweight champ on short notice, after Gilbert … Read More

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Following reports that Jorge Masvidal would fight Kamaru Usman at UFC 251, provided he tests negative for COVID-19, the card’s new main event has been announced.

Masvidal has agreed to face the welterweight champ on just days … Read More

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Recently it was reported that the UFC was working to have Jorge Masvidal step in and fight Kamaru Usman next Saturday, and according to reports, ‘Gamebred’ has signed up for the bout.

The move comes not long … Read More

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Now that Gilbert Burns can no longer fight Kamaru Usman at UFC 251, after testing positive for COVID-19, it’s being reported the promotion’s working to bring in Jorge Masvidal as a replacement.

Recently it was reported that … Read More