Tag: Kevin Lee

Former UFC Fighter Kevin Lee Defeats Diego Sanchez In Eagle FC Debut

Kevin Lee was successful in his Eagle FC debut on Friday night, defeating fellow former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez via unanimous decision. The win saw Lee battle past an early injury, using his striking to win rounds over Sanchez. The fight headlined Eagle FC 46, which took place at the FLXcast Arena in Miami, Florida, … Continue reading Former UFC Fighter Kevin Lee Defeats Diego Sanchez In Eagle FC Debut →

Eagle FC Announces Big Plans For U.S. Debut, Reveals Signing of Kevin Lee

Former UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has big plans for his MMA promotion Eagle FC. The former champion appeared Wednesday at a press conference ahead of the promotion's U.S. debut next year. The promotion announced a new signing, their intention to unveil new weight classes, and the plan to host numerous events in the U.S. … Continue reading Eagle FC Announces Big Plans For U.S. Debut, Reveals Signing of Kevin Lee →

Kevin Lee Released By UFC Following 18-Fight Stint

Kevin Lee's UFC run has come to an abrupt end after an extensive 18 fights with the promotion. The former interim lightweight title challenger's departure from the roster was first reported Tuesday by Guilherme Cruz and Damon Martin of MMA Fighting. Lee, 29, is parting ways with the UFC after dropping four of his past … Continue reading Kevin Lee Released By UFC Following 18-Fight Stint →

UFC on ESPN 30: Barboza vs. Chikadze Live Coverage

Rising featherweight Giga Chikadze will get his biggest test on Saturday night, as he will get his first UFC main event bout when paired against Edson Barboza. The fight headlines a UFC "Fight Night" card that is set to take place at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The 12-fight card also includes … Continue reading UFC on ESPN 30: Barboza vs. Chikadze Live Coverage →

UFC on ESPN 30: Barboza vs. Chikadze Preview

Giga Chikadze, one of the fastest rising UFC prospects, will get a big test on Saturday night. The 33-year-old featherweight will compete in his first UFC main event tonight, facing veteran Edson Barboza in what could be up to a five round fight. The bout headlines a 12-bout "Fight Night" card from the UFC APEX … Continue reading UFC on ESPN 30: Barboza vs. Chikadze Preview →

Kevin Lee Remains on August 28th UFC Card, Now Matched Against Daniel Rodriguez

Kevin Lee won't have to wait longer than expected for his return to welterweight, as he has received a new short-notice opponent for UFC's August 28th card. Lee is now expected to meet Daniel Rodriguez later this month, per a report by Alex Behunin of Cageside Press. The new matchup joins a card that is … Continue reading Kevin Lee Remains on August 28th UFC Card, Now Matched Against Daniel Rodriguez →

Injury Takes Sean Brady Out of August 28th Bout Against Kevin Lee

The second iteration of a fight between Sean Brady and Kevin Lee has fallen through, as their matchup scheduled for UFC's August 28th card will not happen. Brady has reportedly suffered a foot infection and is now out of the fight, per a report by Mike Heck of MMA Fighting. The fight was set to … Continue reading Injury Takes Sean Brady Out of August 28th Bout Against Kevin Lee →

Injury Takes Kevin Lee Out of UFC 264 Bout Against Sean Brady

UFC's quickly approaching July 10th card has lost a fight, as injury has forced Kevin Lee out of a bout against undefeated welterweight Sean Brady. News of the fight was first broken by Brady, who addressed his followers on Thursday via social media. The fight was set to take place on UFC 264 at the … Continue reading Injury Takes Kevin Lee Out of UFC 264 Bout Against Sean Brady →

Kevin Lee Makes Return To Welterweight To Face Sean Brady At UFC 264

Kevin Lee will make the return to welterweight when fighting undefeated prospect Sean Brady at UFC's July 10th pay-per-view event. The matchup was confirmed by MMA Junkie on Saturday. The fight joins UFC 264, which is set to happen at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Lee will be appearing at welterweight after … Continue reading Kevin Lee Makes Return To Welterweight To Face Sean Brady At UFC 264 →