The UFC was targeting Madison Square Garden to host #UFC268 Usman vs Covington 2 and in the co-main event slot Justin "The Highlight" Gaethje vs Michael Chandler on November 6th. However, I for one see the promotion moving the location. Earlier this week, New York City officials announced that starting September 3rd to enter a restaurant, gym, movie theater, and yes venues … [Read more...] about New York City Was A Contender For UFC 268, Until It Wasn’t
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Could The UFC Convince Khabib Nurmagomedov To Return, More Importantly Should They
UFC Lightweight Champion, or should I say former UFC Lightweight Champion shocked the MMA world last Saturday evening at UFC 254. It wasn't the win against what many felt would be the toughest test of his career in Justin Gaethje, Nurmagomedov, after all, was a -360 favorite heading into the fight. However, after dispatching Gaethje in round 2, which was a quicker ending than … [Read more...] about Could The UFC Convince Khabib Nurmagomedov To Return, More Importantly Should They
Ariel Helwani vs Ali Abdelaziz: Silly When You Think About It
So let me see if I got this right: ESPN MMA reporter Ariel Helwani makes a statement that since Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman MMA wants to take an extended break to spend quality time with his daughter, (which is certainly understandable) he suggested that Gilbert "Durinho" Burns should face Leon Edwards in a title eliminator bout. Helwani even backed his thought with … [Read more...] about Ariel Helwani vs Ali Abdelaziz: Silly When You Think About It
UFC 249: Fighter Salaries
UFC 249 took place last Saturday night at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville Florida. A truly great night of fights took place and it was such a welcome night as it was the return of live sporting events to the world since the pandemic with COVID-19 had reared its ugly head. All the fighters put on million-dollar performances, and I wish they all made a … [Read more...] about UFC 249: Fighter Salaries
All The Boys Want To Dance With Conor McGregor, Which One Will Get To Tango?
Conor McGregor made his return to the Octagon this past Saturday night at UFC 246 where he took on Donald Cerrone in the evening's main event. 40 seconds later, the fight was over, McGregor was victorious, he is back, and everyone wants to fight him. Some for the money, some for the competition, but let's be honest it's all about that payday that goes with facing … [Read more...] about All The Boys Want To Dance With Conor McGregor, Which One Will Get To Tango?