Six more weeks and UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos expects to be training again.
That’s what the fighter posted on social media Thursday, providing his fans with an update to his status.
Dos Anjos was set to meet Conor McGregor this Sat…
Six more weeks and UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos expects to be training again.
That’s what the fighter posted on social media Thursday, providing his fans with an update to his status.
Dos Anjos was set to meet Conor McGregor this Saturday night at UFC 196 for his title, but the injury – suffered in training – knocked him out and opened the door for Nate Diaz to step in.
It remains unknown if McGregor-dos Anjos will be rescheduled, though “Notorious” has seemed to have moved past the fight and onto thoughts of a bout with welterweight champion Robbie Lawler.
For Invicta FC champion Cris “Cyborg” Justino, the chance to fight inside the world-famous Octagon in her native country of Brazil is a dream she has.
Now, with the UFC set to return to the country later this year for UFC 198, Justino is starting up…
For Invicta FC champion Cris “Cyborg” Justino, the chance to fight inside the world-famous Octagon in her native country of Brazil is a dream she has.
Now, with the UFC set to return to the country later this year for UFC 198, Justino is starting up an online push to secure a spot on the card.
“It has been almost 10 years since I last fought in my home country of Brazil. I am very lucky that over the last decade my Brazilian Fans have continued to support me and my career as I chased my dreams as a World Champion, while living and competing in America,” she wrote on her personal website. “This May the UFC will be promoting an event in my hometown of Curitiba Brazil, a city very rich in fight history. It would be an honor to return back to the city I was born in, and to step inside of the Octagon with an opportunity to prove myself as one of the best female fighters in the sport.
“I know that the UFC does not have my division, which is why I am asking my fans to help make this fight!”
Justino is signed under the Zuffa umbrella as she goes on to mention thanks to her contract with Invicta FC. She was rumored for a fight with Tonya Evinger, but those plans have been put aside for the time being.
“As many of you know I am already a ZUFFA Contracted Athlete despite fighting for Invicta. Let the UFC know you would like to see me fight at UFC Curitiba Brazil this May by letting your voice be heard on Social Media!” she continued. “Show your support by posting a picture using the Hashtags #CyborgNoUFCBrazil (Portuguese) #Cyborg2UFCBrazil (English) on your Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook . Once you have done this you will be automatically entered into an opportunity of a lifetime.”
Holly Holm created a legacy in female boxing that will stand the test of time.
Now, she wants to do the same in MMA.
Holm, the reigning UFC bantamweight champion, looks to defend her title this Saturday night against Miesha Tate. “The Preacher’s Daughter” stunned the world when she knocked out Ronda Rousey last November.
“I don’t want my career to be defined by one fight,” said Holm, during a recent interview on UFC Tonight. “I want to show more things. I’m here to fight. Every fight is different. That fight with Ronda was the high in my career, but I don’t want to stop there.
“Every fight makes a different style. I don’t want to compare the two.”
In Tate, Holm, will be facing a more wrestling-first fighter. Like Rousey, she is also a former Strikeforce champion and competed for UFC gold.
“Miesha is a little more unpredictable. You don’t know what she’s going for,” Holm said. “She’s really good and scrappy. I need to be ready for whatever situation we’re in.”
Holm made a career out of defending boxing titles, doing so 18 times over three weight classes. She is a perfect 10-0 in her MMA career, including three Octagon victories.
Holly Holm created a legacy in female boxing that will stand the test of time.
Now, she wants to do the same in MMA.
Holm, the reigning UFC bantamweight champion, looks to defend her title this Saturday night against Miesha Tate. “The Preacher’s Daughter” stunned the world when she knocked out Ronda Rousey last November.
“I don’t want my career to be defined by one fight,” said Holm, during a recent interview on UFC Tonight. “I want to show more things. I’m here to fight. Every fight is different. That fight with Ronda was the high in my career, but I don’t want to stop there.
“Every fight makes a different style. I don’t want to compare the two.”
In Tate, Holm, will be facing a more wrestling-first fighter. Like Rousey, she is also a former Strikeforce champion and competed for UFC gold.
“Miesha is a little more unpredictable. You don’t know what she’s going for,” Holm said. “She’s really good and scrappy. I need to be ready for whatever situation we’re in.”
Holm made a career out of defending boxing titles, doing so 18 times over three weight classes. She is a perfect 10-0 in her MMA career, including three Octagon victories.
While many believe Conor McGregor will run right through Nate Diaz this coming Saturday night at UFC 196, former title contender Kenny Florian believes the underdog has a strong shot at the upset.
Florian, a co-host on “UFC Tonight,” offered up his thoughts on the main event during a recent edition of the program.
“The Diaz brothers are always training and in shape. Nate’s got a longer reach than Conor and Conor hasn’t faced someone like that before,” Florian said. “Nate’s a big lightweight. He’s got a bigger frame and an excellent chin. He’s got the advantage on the ground.”
Diaz replaced UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos in the headline fight from Las Vegas and MGM Grand Garden Arena less than two weeks ago. The 30-year-old returned in December from a year-long layoff and bested Michael Johnson, improving to 4-3 over his last seven fights.
McGregor, meanwhile, is the reigning UFC featherweight champion. He has agreed to take his main event fight at 170 pounds, entering new territory for “Notorious.”
“Conor will have speed advantage. Nate not known for his kicking game, but Conor is,” Florian added. “With Nate’s southpaw stance and his front leg out there, Conor will kick out that lead leg and he’ll also use spinning attacks. He has to get inside, vary his attacks and defend the takedown. He doesn’t want to be on the ground with a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt like Nate.”
While many believe Conor McGregor will run right through Nate Diaz this coming Saturday night at UFC 196, former title contender Kenny Florian believes the underdog has a strong shot at the upset.
Florian, a co-host on “UFC Tonight,” offered up his thoughts on the main event during a recent edition of the program.
“The Diaz brothers are always training and in shape. Nate’s got a longer reach than Conor and Conor hasn’t faced someone like that before,” Florian said. “Nate’s a big lightweight. He’s got a bigger frame and an excellent chin. He’s got the advantage on the ground.”
Diaz replaced UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos in the headline fight from Las Vegas and MGM Grand Garden Arena less than two weeks ago. The 30-year-old returned in December from a year-long layoff and bested Michael Johnson, improving to 4-3 over his last seven fights.
McGregor, meanwhile, is the reigning UFC featherweight champion. He has agreed to take his main event fight at 170 pounds, entering new territory for “Notorious.”
“Conor will have speed advantage. Nate not known for his kicking game, but Conor is,” Florian added. “With Nate’s southpaw stance and his front leg out there, Conor will kick out that lead leg and he’ll also use spinning attacks. He has to get inside, vary his attacks and defend the takedown. He doesn’t want to be on the ground with a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt like Nate.”
