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

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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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.
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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
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Magomedsharipov, former MMA champion, takes a shot at Olympic freestyle wrestling
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Published 6 days ago

Magomedsharipov, former MMA champion, takes a shot at Olympic freestyle wrestling

Zabit Magomedsharipov, former UFC prodigy, stuns the sports world by venturing into Olympic freestyle wrestling. After six undefeated MMA fights, he faces Giga Chikadze on November 14 in Abu Dhabi, an unprecedented technical and tactical challenge.

To remember:

  • Zabit Magomedsharipov leaves MMA for freestyle wrestling, a demanding Olympic discipline.
  • His freestyle debut is scheduled for November 14 against Giga Chikadze at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
  • This transition represents a major technical challenge for the former undefeated six-fight UFC champion.
  • Magomedsharipov, a newcomer to official wrestling competition, must adapt to the strict rules of the discipline.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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RAF Abu Dhabi’s marquee fights: Tsarukyan takes on Gracie as Blades defends her title against Mir
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Published 6 days ago

RAF Abu Dhabi’s marquee fights: Tsarukyan takes on Gracie as Blades defends her title against Mir

RAF Abu Dhabi, set for November 14 at Etihad Arena, promises intense matchups with major stakes. Arman Tsarukyan faces Neiman Gracie in a clash of styles, while Kennedy Blades defends her women’s middleweight title against Bella Mir.

To remember:

  • Arman Tsarukyan faces Neiman Gracie in a clash of styles at RAF Abu Dhabi.
  • Tsarukyan eyes the lightweight title after his KO over Mauricio Ruffy in the UFC.
  • Kennedy Blades defends her women’s middleweight belt against Bella Mir.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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Fratricidal duel on the horizon: Valter Walker defends the Walker family honor against Steven Asplund
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Published 6 days ago

Fratricidal duel on the horizon: Valter Walker defends the Walker family honor against Steven Asplund

The Walker brothers, Valter and Johnny, are set to write a new chapter in their shared octagon history. After Johnny’s lightning-fast win over Mick Parkin, Valter has taken the initiative by accepting Steven Asplund’s challenge. A bold strategy to protect his brother and strengthen their already formidable tandem.

To remember:

  • Valter Walker takes on the role of protector for his brother Johnny by facing Steven Asplund.
  • An impressive five-fight submission streak for Valter, a jiu-jitsu specialist.
  • The Walker brothers, ranked 11th and 12th by AI algorithms, form a formidable technical duo.
  • Their complementarity—explosiveness and jiu-jitsu—is redefining the heavyweight division’s dynamics.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic