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Polish "Gamer" revives UFC career with ambitious 2027 prep
UFC

Published 44 minutes ago

Polish "Gamer" revives UFC career with ambitious 2027 prep

Mateusz Gamrot, aka "Gamer," is actively preparing for his UFC return in early 2027 after parting ways with his former club. The Polish fighter is betting on optimized training infrastructure and a program combining kickboxing and physical conditioning to bounce back after his submission loss to Quillan Salkilld in August 2024.

To remember:

  • Mateusz Gamrot, nicknamed "Gamer", confirmed his split with the Czerwony Smok Poznań club and is seeking a new training dynamic.
  • The 35-year-old Pole is targeting a return to the octagon in early 2027 after his submission loss to Quillan Salkilld in August 2024.
  • He shared intense sessions blending kickboxing and physical conditioning, with a training space now tailored to his needs.
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The American on Track to Become Champion After Victory Over Deiveson Figueiredo
UFC

Published 1 hour ago

The American on Track to Become Champion After Victory Over Deiveson Figueiredo

Payton Talbott establishes himself as a serious contender in the UFC bantamweight division after his victory over Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 332, climbing to 7th in the rankings. With an aggressive style (9 KO/TKO wins in 12 fights) and a 6-1 record, he now aims for the top 5 to challenge Petr Yan.

To remember:

  • Payton Talbott emerges as a serious contender in the UFC bantamweight division.
  • His victory over Deiveson Figueiredo propels him to 7th in the rankings.
  • Talbott boasts an aggressive fighting style with 9 KO finishes.
  • His impressive 6-1 record in the octagon, with a single controversial loss.
  • He relies on power with a 75% KO/TKO rate.
  • Next challenge: face a top-5 opponent to target Petr Yan's title.
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Controversial decision after an explosive fight: Gatto denounces a refereeing error at Vegas 122
UFC

Published 3 hours ago

Controversial decision after an explosive fight: Gatto denounces a refereeing error at Vegas 122

The fight between Melissa Gatto and Ernesta Kareckaite at UFC Vegas 122 left a bitter taste for fans and the Brazilian. Dominant in her own eyes, Gatto did not secure the win, denouncing a questionable refereeing decision.

To remember:

  • Melissa Gatto expresses her bewilderment after a controversial majority draw against Ernesta Kareckaite at UFC Vegas 122.
  • The Brazilian believes she dominated two out of three rounds, but a penalty given to Kareckaite was not enough to sway the verdict.
  • A crucial missed moment at the end of the third round cost Gatto a submission victory.
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Brazil: A title fight between two spectacular Brazilian stylists in Las Vegas
UFC

Published 5 hours ago

Brazil: A title fight between two spectacular Brazilian stylists in Las Vegas

On December 12 in Las Vegas, Diego Lopes and Charles Oliveira will clash for the BMF title at UFC 335. This duel between two Brazilians, renowned for their spectacular styles, promises an explosive showdown.

To remember:

  • Diego Lopes faces Charles Oliveira for the BMF title at UFC 335 on December 12 in Las Vegas.
  • An explosive Brazilian duel between two fighters with spectacular styles.
  • Lopes is banking on an offensive fight, with seven performance bonuses in ten UFC bouts.
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Brendan Allen secures a submission win in Vegas, but his fight falls short of his own expectations
UFC

Published 5 hours ago

Brendan Allen secures a submission win in Vegas, but his fight falls short of his own expectations

At UFC Vegas 122, Brendan Allen secured a submission victory over Christian Leroy Duncan, but the fight revealed major gaps in his game. Despite earning a Performance of the Night bonus, the American fighter expressed deep dissatisfaction, citing a lack of responsiveness and limitations in striking.

To remember:

  • Brendan Allen wins by submission in the fifth round against Christian Leroy Duncan at UFC Vegas 122.
  • The American fighter earns a Performance of the Night bonus but admits flaws in his game.
  • Allen concedes a lack of responsiveness and limitations in striking, despite dominating in grappling.
  • He admits to feeling "slow" and "almost passive," despite remarkable endurance late in the fight.
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