A long-awaited lightweight bout between Islam Makhachev and Rafael dos Anjos has run into another setback. Dos Anjos has been pulled from his October 30th fight against Makhachev due to injury, per a report from Mike Bohn and John Morgan of MMA Junkie. Dos Anjos and Makhachev were set to meet at UFC 267, which … Continue reading Injury Forces Rafael dos Anjos Out of UFC 267 Bout Against Islam Makhachev
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Islam Makhachev and Rafael dos Anjos To Meet At UFC 267
Lightweight contender Islam Makhachev will look to continue his extensive win streak when facing Rafael dos Anjos at UFC's October 30th pay-per-view card. News of the high-level lightweight tilt was first reported by Brett Okamoto of ESPN. The fight joins UFC 267, which is reportedly expected to happen in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Makhachev … Continue reading Islam Makhachev and Rafael dos Anjos To Meet At UFC 267
UFC on ESPN 26: Makhachev vs. Moises Live Coverage
Rising lightweights Islam Makhachev and Thiago Moises will experience their first UFC main event on Saturday night, headlining a 10-bout "Fight Night" card from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Follow along throughout the evening for updates on the event. A full preview of the card can be read here. Quick Results: Preliminary … Continue reading UFC on ESPN 26: Makhachev vs. Moises Live Coverage
UFC on ESPN 26: Makhachev vs. Moises Preview
Lightweights Islam Makhachev and Thiago Moises have both been quite successful in the UFC cage. However, neither of them has fought in a five-round UFC main event before. That will change on Saturday night when they're paired in the headlining bout of a "Fight Night" card from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. … Continue reading UFC on ESPN 26: Makhachev vs. Moises Preview
Islam Makhachev vs. Thiago Moises To Serve As July 17th UFC Main Event
UFC's July 17th card will be headlined by lightweights Islam Makhachev and Thiago Moises, per a report by MMA Junkie. The fight will main event a card that is expected to take place at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The fight was previously reported for the event, although it was not known … Continue reading Islam Makhachev vs. Thiago Moises To Serve As July 17th UFC Main Event
Two Lightweight Bouts Join UFC’s July 17th Card
Two lightweight matchups have recently been reported for UFC's July 17th "Fight Night" show. While the event currently has numerous fights in its lineup, the location for the show is not known. Makhachev To Wager Win Streak Against Moises Lightweight contenders Islam Makhachev and Thiago Moises are expected to appear at UFC's July 17th show, … Continue reading Two Lightweight Bouts Join UFC’s July 17th Card
UFC 259: Blachowicz vs. Adesanya Live Coverage
UFC will present one of their strongest pay-per-view cards as of late on Saturday, showcasing four champions in three title fights at UFC 259. In the main event, 185-pound champ Israel Adesanya will move up a division to challenge UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Blachowicz. The event, which will take place behind closed doors at … Continue reading UFC 259: Blachowicz vs. Adesanya Live Coverage
UFC 259: Blachowicz vs. Adesanya Preview
Many of UFC's biggest stars will appear on Saturday night when the promotion hosts UFC 259. Sitting atop a large 15-fight card, UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya will look to make history, challenging UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Blachowicz. Along with the champion versus champion main event, UFC 259 includes bouts with UFC Featherweight Champion … Continue reading UFC 259: Blachowicz vs. Adesanya Preview
UFC Looking To Book Islam Makhachev vs. Drew Dober For March 6th Card
UFC is looking to add a fight between Islam Makhachev and Drew Dober to their March 6th card. The potential matchup was first reported by Brett Okamoto of ESPN. Should the fight be officially booked, it will join a lineup that does not have a location reported for it currently. The booking for Makhachev comes … Continue reading UFC Looking To Book Islam Makhachev vs. Drew Dober For March 6th Card
Paul Felder To Take Short-Notice Main Event Against Rafael dos Anjos on Saturday’s UFC Card
Saturday's UFC main event has been saved, as Paul Felder will step in to face Rafael dos Anjos in a five-round lightweight fight. First reported by Brett Okamoto of ESPN, Felder will step-in for Islam Makhachev, who withdrew from the fight due to a staph infection. The fight will main event a card scheduled to … Continue reading Paul Felder To Take Short-Notice Main Event Against Rafael dos Anjos on Saturday’s UFC Card
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