Tag: Roosevelt Roberts

Sudden Injury Spoils Return of Junior dos Santos At Eagle FC 47

The return of former UFC Heavyweight Champion Junior dos Santos was ruined by an injury on Friday night. Dos Santos was pulled from his fight against Yorgan De Castro, as his right shoulder popped out after throwing a right cross punch. This injury was noticed by opponent De Castro, who notified the referee to stop … Continue reading Sudden Injury Spoils Return of Junior dos Santos At Eagle FC 47 →

UFC Parts Way With Four Fighters, Including ‘Contender Series’ Standout Roosevelt Roberts

A four-pack of fighters is no longer part of the UFC roster, per a report from Guilherme Cruz and Damon Martin of MMA Fighting. Anderson dos Santos, Drako Rodriguez, Jamey Simmons and Roosevelt Roberts are reportedly not under contract with the UFC at this moment. All four fighters depart the roster after recent appearances in … Continue reading UFC Parts Way With Four Fighters, Including ‘Contender Series’ Standout Roosevelt Roberts →

UFC on ESPN 29: Cannonier vs. Gastelum Live Coverage

Ranked middleweights Jared Cannonier and Kelvin Gastelum will get the spotlight on Saturday night, as they will headline a UFC "Fight Night" card from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The bout sits atop a 12-fight card in total. Follow along throughout the evening for live updates of the event. A preview of … Continue reading UFC on ESPN 29: Cannonier vs. Gastelum Live Coverage →

UFC on ESPN+ 35: Roosevelt Roberts vs. Kevin Croom Play-by-Play

Saturday's UFC card saw Roosevelt Roberts fight short-notice opponent Kevin Croom. Here's how their three-round fight panned out. Bout 5: Roosevelt Roberts (10-2) vs. Kevin Croom (21-12) (Lightweight) Croom landed an overhand left in the first minute that dropped Roberts. Back up to the feet, Croom tried for a guillotine choke that caused Roberts to … Continue reading UFC on ESPN+ 35: Roosevelt Roberts vs. Kevin Croom Play-by-Play →

UFC on ESPN+ 35: Waterson vs. Hill Live Coverage

UFC is scheduled to present a 12-fight card on Saturday night from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Headlining the card is ranked strawweights Michelle Waterson and Angela Hill. Follow along throughout the evening for live updates. A full preview of the show can be read here. Quick Results: Preliminary Card (5:00PM EDT … Continue reading UFC on ESPN+ 35: Waterson vs. Hill Live Coverage →

UFC on ESPN+ 35: Waterson vs. Hill Preview

Continuing their residency at the "UFC APEX" in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, the UFC will hold a 12-fight "Fight Night" card on Saturday night. Headlining the card is strawweights Michelle Waterson and Angela Hill. The five-round fight will be history for the UFC, as Hill will become the first Black woman to headline a UFC … Continue reading UFC on ESPN+ 35: Waterson vs. Hill Preview →

Kevin Croom Takes Short Notice Bout Against Roosevelt Roberts on September 12th UFC Card

With injury taking Matt Frevola out of his bout against Roosevelt Roberts, Kevin Croom has stepped up to the plate on short notice. The new matchup for the UFC's September 12th card was announced by the UFC on Friday. The fight will be Croom's UFC debut following a three-fight winning streak. Croom's streak includes a … Continue reading Kevin Croom Takes Short Notice Bout Against Roosevelt Roberts on September 12th UFC Card →

Roosevelt Roberts To Face Matt Frevola on UFC’s September 12th Card

The "Steamrolla" Matt Frevola will be back in the cage for the first time in under a year when he faces Roosevelt Roberts on UFC's September 12th show. News of the lightweight matchup was first announced on Frevola's Instagram page. A matchup between Frevola and Roberts was previously scheduled for an April card, although COVID-19 … Continue reading Roosevelt Roberts To Face Matt Frevola on UFC’s September 12th Card →

UFC Fight Night: Roosevelt Roberts vs. Jim Miller Play-by-Play

In a 160-pound catchweight bout, Roosevelt Roberts and Jim Miller battle on the main card of UFC's show on Saturday. The fight panned out this way. Bout 8: Roosevelt Roberts (10-1) vs. Jim Miller (31-14) (Catchweight 160 lbs) Right off the bat it was clear Roberts had a significant height advantage. Miller caught a leg … Continue reading UFC Fight Night: Roosevelt Roberts vs. Jim Miller Play-by-Play →