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Chris Weidman Open To Facing More Light Heavyweights Before Jon Jones Clash

Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman is open to having more than one light heavyweight contest before getting a crack at Jon Jones. Weidman becomes the latest to move up to light heavyweight when he takes on Dominick Reyes in the UFC Boston headliner on October 18. Many former middleweights have recently moved up and […]

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Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman is open to having more than one light heavyweight contest before getting a crack at Jon Jones.

Weidman becomes the latest to move up to light heavyweight when he takes on Dominick Reyes in the UFC Boston headliner on October 18. Many former middleweights have recently moved up and received title shots with a few wins at 205.

However, given the ranking of Reyes along with Weidman’s credentials, it’s possible that just the one win at UFC Boston could guarantee him the next title shot. Facing Jones has been one of the Long Island native’s goals for a while as well.

However, Weidman is also perfectly fine with having to face a couple more opponents before colliding with “Bones”:

“It could be,” Weidman responded on Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show on Monday when asked if one win at light heavyweight could give him a shot at Jones. “Obviously I have different goals at 205. To fight Jon Jones is one of them, to win the belt is one of them. But I got Dominick Reyes to focus on. I feel like the rest will take care of itself.

“I’m not in a rush. I feel healthy, I feel strong. I got a tough opponent ahead of me where if I go out there and do what I believe I can do, it’s going to speak for itself. So if I have to fight a couple more after that, that’s fine too. We’ll see what happens but I’m ready for anybody.”

Do you think Weidman will have a successful light heavyweight debut?

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Video: Watch Angry Bagel Boss Guy Train With Chris Weidman, Al Iaquinta

Chris Morgan went viral recently when he lost his mind at a Bagel Boss in New York before getting beaten up. He is now training with UFC stars Chris Weidman and Al Iaquinta to help him prepare for potential celebrity fights. His target seems to be celebrity YouTuber Logan Paul, who took part in a […]

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Chris Morgan went viral recently when he lost his mind at a Bagel Boss in New York before getting beaten up. He is now training with UFC stars Chris Weidman and Al Iaquinta to help him prepare for potential celebrity fights.

His target seems to be celebrity YouTuber Logan Paul, who took part in a blue-collar boxing match with fellow YouTuber KSI last year. While this might seem like a publicity stunt, Morgan has reportedly signed a deal with boxing promoter Damon Feldman. He is even expected to fight September 7 in Atlantic City against an opponent yet to be named.

Though it’s a boxing match, it wouldn’t hurt to get some experience from UFC stars, and that’s what Morgan did. He visted Law MMA in New York and got some pointers from Iaquinta, even sparring with him later on. Weidman was also present but seemed to be recording more than training with Morgan, at least from the footage available.

You can watch the video below:

As crazy as it sounds, would you watch the angry Bagel Boss guy fight in a boxing match?

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Chris Weidman Goes Off On Dominick Reyes After UFC Boston Main Event Confirmed

Earlier today (Tues. July 23, 2019) it was reported that a light heavyweight fight between Chris Weidman and Dominick Reyes was in the works. Subsequently, ESPN’s Brett Okamoto confirmed that the pair will main event UFC Boston on October 18. The show will go down from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Prior to the […]

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Earlier today (Tues. July 23, 2019) it was reported that a light heavyweight fight between Chris Weidman and Dominick Reyes was in the works.

Subsequently, ESPN’s Brett Okamoto confirmed that the pair will main event UFC Boston on October 18. The show will go down from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Prior to the news being confirmed, Reyes responded to Ariel Helwani’s initial Tweet suggesting the matchup was in the works but not yet finalized.

Reyes doubled down on his past declarations for wanting a shot at Jon Jones:

“I agree and I want Jones, but if they want me to take Weidmans head to prove I am the one, I’d be more than happy! #proveit#devastator“

Then, shortly after the news was confirmed that Weidman would be facing off against Reyes in Boston, Weidman responded to Reyes’ comments, vowing to humble the young contender:

“Did you forget you had a controversial split decision win your last fight? You think u would deserve a title shot ? And about taking my head I look forward to making you humble.”

Reyes fired back by noting Weidman lost his last four fights at middleweight, and said there will be no doubt he should be next in line for the title once he defeats “The All American”:

“Did you forget your last 4 at middleweight!? Controversial or not a win is a win. In fact, It gave YOU this opportunity so I’ll just have my best performance against you (ex-champion). Then there will be no debate I am The 1. Don’t confuse confidence with arrogance Chris. #mytime“

“I have more UFC world title belts then you have UfC finishes. See you in Boston, Devastator.”

“Very true! You’ve had your time, and It’s gonna be an honor competing against you. Have a great camp, I’ll see you in Boston! #passingthetorch#ufcboston“

What do you think about Weidman and Reyes trading shots ahead of their fight?

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Report: Chris Weidman vs. Dominick Reyes Headlines UFC Boston

It looks like Chris Weidman already has his chance to settle his online beef with Dominick Reyes. Earlier today, Ariel Helwani reported that the UFC was considering booking former middleweight champ Weidman against the undefeated Reyes. Weidman confirm…

It looks like Chris Weidman already has his chance to settle his online beef with Dominick Reyes. Earlier today, Ariel Helwani reported that the UFC was considering booking former middleweight champ Weidman against the undefeated Reyes. Weidman confirmed he would move up to light heavyweight to Helwani earlier this year. There were apparently some hurdles […]

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Chris Weidman Lashes Out At Dominick Reyes’ Online Threat

Chris Weidman is looking to make a splash in his light heavyweight debut. And he’s not taking any guff from his potential opponent. The former UFC middleweight champion will move up to 205 pounds for his next fight in an attempt to get his flound…

Chris Weidman is looking to make a splash in his light heavyweight debut. And he’s not taking any guff from his potential opponent. The former UFC middleweight champion will move up to 205 pounds for his next fight in an attempt to get his floundering career jump-started again. If a recent report proves true, he […]

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Chris Weidman Lashes Out At Dominick Reyes’ Online Threat

Chris Weidman is looking to make a splash in his light heavyweight debut. And he’s not taking any guff from his potential opponent. The former UFC middleweight champion will move up to 205 pounds for his next fight in an attempt to get his flound…

Chris Weidman is looking to make a splash in his light heavyweight debut. And he’s not taking any guff from his potential opponent. The former UFC middleweight champion will move up to 205 pounds for his next fight in an attempt to get his floundering career jump-started again. If a recent report proves true, he […]

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