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Strickland slams UFC pay policy: boxing or exit?
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Published 6 days ago

Strickland slams UFC pay policy: boxing or exit?

Sean Strickland, UFC middleweight champion, recently criticized the promotion’s pay policy, comparing his earnings to those of boxers like Conor McGregor. His statements reignited the debate over financial disparities between MMA and boxing, while Jake Paul offered him a collaboration through his MVP promotion.

To remember:

  • Sean Strickland criticizes UFC pay disparities and threatens to switch to boxing.
  • The champion considers leaving the UFC to face Jake Paul in boxing.
  • Strickland compares MMA and boxing earnings, highlighting significant financial gaps.
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Itsuki Hirata and Jihin Radzuan clash for the vacant title at ONE Samurai 4 in Tokyo
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Published 6 days ago

Itsuki Hirata and Jihin Radzuan clash for the vacant title at ONE Samurai 4 in Tokyo

Itsuki Hirata and Jihin Radzuan face off on October 17 in Tokyo at ONE Samurai 4 for a historic rematch. More than a personal duel, this fight represents a quest for redemption for Hirata after four years of doubt and three consecutive losses. The winner will claim the vacant atomweight title and establish herself as the undisputed contender for the world belt.

To remember:

  • Itsuki Hirata faces Jihin Radzuan on October 17, 2023 in Tokyo at ONE Samurai 4 for a rematch four years after their first fight.
  • This bout represents a quest for redemption for Hirata, determined to erase her loss and claim the vacant atomweight title.
  • After three consecutive losses, Hirata has strengthened her grappling to address her weaknesses and prepare for this decisive duel.
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Strickland and Imavov in Explosive Showdown: A Title on the Line
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Published 6 days ago

Strickland and Imavov in Explosive Showdown: A Title on the Line

Nassourdine Imavov confronted Sean Strickland in person at the UFC Performance Institute to force a middleweight title fight. The Frenchman, riding a five-fight win streak, even offered a sum of money to make the bout official. But Strickland, the reigning champion, is threatening to vacate his belt due to contractual disputes with the UFC, creating an explosive situation in the division.

To remember:

  • Imavov challenges Strickland in person at the UFC Performance Institute to force a title fight.
  • The Frenchman offers a sum of money to officialize the bout despite his contender status.
  • With five straight wins, including victories over Adesanya and Allen, Imavov imposes his aggressive style.
  • Strickland threatens to vacate his belt, complicating the middleweight division.
  • The UFC is slow to officialize this fight despite pressure from fans and fighters.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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Public disagreement and rising tensions over a future middleweight showdown between Strickland and Imavov
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Published 6 days ago

Public disagreement and rising tensions over a future middleweight showdown between Strickland and Imavov

A heated exchange filmed at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas has ignited tensions between Sean Strickland and Nassourdine Imavov, setting the stage for an already anticipated middleweight bout.

To remember:

  • Violent incident between Sean Strickland and Nassourdine Imavov at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas.
  • Imavov, frustrated by contract delays, calls Strickland a "pussy" and attempts to force his way through.
  • Strickland downplays the incident on Instagram, denouncing a tense media context and stalled negotiations.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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At just 26 years old, Natalia Silva becomes the new UFC women’s flyweight queen after a dominant performance against Cong Wang at UFC 332.
UFC

Published 6 days ago

At just 26 years old, Natalia Silva becomes the new UFC women’s flyweight queen after a dominant performance against Cong Wang at UFC 332.

Natalia Silva made UFC history by claiming the vacant women’s flyweight title at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City. The Brazilian, unbeaten in 15 fights, dominated Cong Wang via unanimous decision, solidifying her place among the sport’s greatest fighters. This performance paves the way for her first title defense in 2027.

To remember:

  • Natalia Silva wins the vacant women’s flyweight title at UFC 332 against Cong Wang via unanimous decision.
  • The Brazilian extends her unbeaten streak to 15 straight wins, including nine in the UFC octagon.
  • Silva categorically denies Wang’s claims of an eye poke early in the fight.
  • Sharp response to Valentina Shevchenko: « The belt is mine, she’ll have to get in line like everyone else. »
  • First title defense scheduled for 2027 for the new champion.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic