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Garry and Morales clash in a historic duel: the stakes of a welterweight collision
UFC

Published 7 days ago

Garry and Morales clash in a historic duel: the stakes of a welterweight collision

Ian Garry responded to Michael Morales’ provocations by confirming he had accepted a date for a main event, as the two welterweights head toward an imminent clash. Their fight, scheduled before the end of the year, will pit Morales’ striking against Garry’s grappling in a technical showdown with major stakes for the division.

To remember:

  • Ian Garry fires back at Michael Morales’ provocations and announces an imminent main event.
  • The fight between the two welterweights could take place before the end of the year.
  • Garry looks to bounce back after his loss to Makhachev against Morales.
  • Morales, undefeated in 19 fights, wants to solidify his spot for a world title shot.
  • Their clash promises a showdown between two opposing styles: striking vs. grappling.
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Morales and the UFC: A race for the welterweight title hangs in the balance
UFC

Published 8 days ago

Morales and the UFC: A race for the welterweight title hangs in the balance

Michael Morales, undefeated at 7-0 in the UFC, is shaking up the welterweight division by targeting the title after three explosive KOs in 2025. However, his inactivity since October 2025 and Carlos Prates’ rapid rise complicate his quest against champion Islam Makhachev.

To remember:

  • Michael Morales, undefeated at 7-0 in the UFC, is challenging the welterweight division and eyeing the title after three first-round KOs in 2025.
  • Ian Machado Garry reminds him of his inactivity since October 2025, casting doubt on his credibility as a contender.
  • Carlos Prates, with his KO over Jack Della Maddalena, directly threatens Morales’ position in the contender rankings.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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Raoni Barcelos Hospitalized for Cerebral Edema After Technical KO Against Raul Rosas Jr.
UFC

Published 8 days ago

Raoni Barcelos Hospitalized for Cerebral Edema After Technical KO Against Raul Rosas Jr.

A technical KO with serious medical consequences marked UFC Vegas 121: Raoni Barcelos, leading on the judges' scorecards, collapsed without taking a strike, prompting immediate hospitalization for cerebral edema. Though non-permanent, this incident raises questions about the risks faced by fighters in competition.

To remember:

  • Raoni Barcelos collapses without taking a strike during his fight against Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121, resulting in a technical KO.
  • Exams reveal cerebral edema, a traumatic injury linked to extreme exhaustion and intense physical stress.
  • Glover Teixeira confirms the severity of the situation but reassures that there are no permanent injuries, while emphasizing the need for strict medical monitoring.
  • Barcelos remains hospitalized in a Level 1 trauma center for thorough observation before any potential return to competition.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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An explosive showdown: Alex Poatan takes on Sergei Pavlovich, two titans with radically opposing styles
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Published 8 days ago

An explosive showdown: Alex Poatan takes on Sergei Pavlovich, two titans with radically opposing styles

The fight between Alex Poatan and Sergei Pavlovich, scheduled for December 12, promises to be one of the most explosive of the year. With an impressive career KO rate of 85%, Pavlovich is banking on his power and height to dominate Poatan, the UFC middleweight champion, who is taking his shot at heavyweight after just two fights in the division.

To remember:

  • Alex Poatan faces Sergei Pavlovich in an explosive showdown scheduled for December 12.
  • Pavlovich, with an 85% KO rate, is banking on his power and height (1.93 m) to dominate.
  • Poatan, the middleweight champion, is taking his shot at heavyweight after just two fights.
  • Bookmakers favor Pavlovich with odds stacked against Poatan.
  • The matchup promises a clash of styles where the Russian’s raw power could prevail.
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Quito: The grappling match between Aldo and Vera ends in a technical draw
UFC

Published 8 days ago

Quito: The grappling match between Aldo and Vera ends in a technical draw

The grappling match between Jose Aldo and Marlon Vera in Quito ended without a clear winner, while Mayton Perea suffered his first UFC loss against Juan Albarello.

To remember:

  • Technical draw between Jose Aldo and Marlon Vera after 10 minutes of grappling in Quito.
  • Vera, returning to Ecuador for the first time since 2012, fails to submit Aldo despite multiple attempts.
  • Jose Aldo escapes a heel hook and reaffirms his technical mastery in grappling.
  • Mayton Perea, a promising talent, suffers his first UFC loss to Juan Albarello after a stellar Contender Series debut.
  • A Hype event spotlights local talent in Ecuador.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic