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Jared Cannonier Smashes David Branch

Madison Square Garden will host UFC 230 this evening (Nov. 3, 2018) as Daniel Cormier Defends his heavyweight title against Derrick Lewis, we have you covered with all the results. To say that matchmakers had some challenges putting together UFC 230 would be an understatement. It seemed every other day there was a change to […]

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Madison Square Garden will host UFC 230 this evening (Nov. 3, 2018) as Daniel Cormier Defends his heavyweight title against Derrick Lewis, we have you covered with all the results.

To say that matchmakers had some challenges putting together UFC 230 would be an understatement. It seemed every other day there was a change to the co-main event or the main event. Hurdles abound, Dana White and the boys (Sean Shelby & Mick Maynard) managed to put together a pretty compelling night of fights for the New York fans.

The third straight 185-pound fight will serve as the PPV’s midway point. The No. 7 ranked David Branch will take on the ever-slimming-down Jared Cannonier.

A Renzo Gracie black belt Branch is more than capable of rolling with any middleweight in the world. It’s his hands, however, that has been his main focal point leading up to UFC 230. An impressive performance gets Branch right back in the title picture.

Cannonier started off his UFC career with a loss to Shawn Jordan at UFC 182 back in January of 2015. Cannonier was a heavyweight back then; he has since dropped down to light heavyweight and UFC will mark his third weight class at middleweight. The “Killa Gorilla” is a notoriously fast starter, he will no doubt be trying to end the New Yorker’s night early.

Round One

Cannonier fires a leg kick to start the fight and Branch answers with a takedown. Cannonier does a good job defending and manages to get the fight back to the feet. He lands a nice left hand on Branch’s chin. Branch closes the distance and smothers Cannonier. He drags the fight to the ground and lands some soft punches to Cannonier. Cannonier manages to get the fight back to the feet again and continues to walk down Branch. Cannonier lands a one-two and throws a spinning kick that nearly connected. The round ends with Branch attempting a takedown.

Round Two

The round starts and Cannonier lands a hard leg kick. He follows it up with a right hand that drops Branch. He follows it up with a barrage of devastating ground and pound to end the fight.

  • Jared Cannonier defeats David Branch via TKO at 29 seconds of round two

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Karl Roberson Works Over Jack Marshman

Madison Square Garden will host UFC 230 this evening (Nov. 3, 2018) as Daniel Cormier Defends his heavyweight title against Derrick Lewis, we have you covered with all the results. To say that matchmakers had some challenges putting together UFC 230 would be an understatement. It seemed every other day there was a change to […]

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Madison Square Garden will host UFC 230 this evening (Nov. 3, 2018) as Daniel Cormier Defends his heavyweight title against Derrick Lewis, we have you covered with all the results.

To say that matchmakers had some challenges putting together UFC 230 would be an understatement. It seemed every other day there was a change to the co-main event or the main event. Hurdles abound, Dana White and the boys (Sean Shelby & Mick Maynard) managed to put together a pretty compelling night of fights for the New York fans.

Another very interesting middleweight fight will keep the PPV rolling as Wales Jack Marshman will look to give Karl Roberson his second straight loss since joining the promotion.

Marshman has alternated wins and losses in his last four fights dating back to the end of 2016. He is looking forward to competing at MSG and is honored to be only the second person of Welsh descent to fight MMA in the historic building.

Roberson looked fantastic in his first two fights in the UFC. “Baby K” was holding his own in his last fight until he got caught with an arm triangle with 15 seconds left in the first round. Roberson looks to bounce back against Marshman after suffering the first defeat of his career.

Round One

Roberson opens up with a hard left head kick that Marshman blocks. Both men throwing into the air trying to find their range. The fights clinch against the cage briefly. Roberson lands a crisp left hand that stuns Marshman. Marshman throws a leg kick but looks tentative as he tries to close the distance. Roberson lands a hard body kick and backs up Marshman with a barrage of blows. Marshman fires back and hurts Roberson. Marshman moving forward and having some success with leg kicks. Very close round. The bell sounds.

Round Two

Roberson takes the center of the Octagon with a bounce in his step. Marshman moves forward and lands a combo. Roberson lands a hard left hand that stops the Welchman in his tracks. Roberson lands another hard straight left hand. Marshman has a heck of a chin as he is taking some serious shots tonight. From out of nowhere Roberson lands a big double leg takedown but the fight stalls once it hits the canvas. Roberson lands a couple of soft left hands with 60 seconds left in the round. The last minute of the round was virtually eventless. Roberson’s takedown should win him the round.

Round Three

The fights exchange leg kicks to start round three and then Roberson follows that up with another hard left hand. Both guys fainting a lot here in the final frame. Marshman pushing forward and eats a flurry for his effort. Roberson lands a big double leg takedown again. He looks for a key-lock submission but quickly gives it up. Roberson moves into full mount with one minute left in the fight. He is landing some mildly damaging punches as the fight ends. Roberson should win this fight.

  • Karl Roberson defeats Jack Marshman via unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-27)

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UFC 230 Fight Card: PPV Schedule, Odds and Predictions for Cormier vs. Lewis

Derrick Lewis captured the attention and hearts of fans with a memorable performance at UFC 229, now he’ll look to parlay that into a championship at UFC 230 against Daniel Cormier…

Derrick Lewis captured the attention and hearts of fans with a memorable performance at UFC 229, now he’ll look to parlay that into a championship at UFC 230 against Daniel Cormier…

UFC 230 Results: Cormier vs. Lewis

The UFC returns to Madison Square Garden tonight (Sat. November 3, 2018). In the main event of the evening, an interesting heavyweight title fight will take place. UFC “Champ Champ” Daniel Cormier will defend his heavyweight title against D…

The UFC returns to Madison Square Garden tonight (Sat. November 3, 2018). In the main event of the evening, an interesting heavyweight title fight will take place. UFC “Champ Champ” Daniel Cormier will defend his heavyweight title against Derrick Lewis. “The Black Beast” will get his first shot at UFC gold on the grandest stage […]

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UFC 230 Full Fight Card, Start Time & How To Watch

Here’s everything you need to know for UFC 230 tonight in Madison Square Garden.

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Tonight (Sat. November 3, 2018) Madison Square Garden plays host to UFC 230 on pay-per-view (PPV).

In the main event of the evening, the UFC’s “Champ Champ” Daniel Cormier will defend his heavyweight championship against Derrick “The Black Beast” Lewis. Lewis, a well-renowned knockout artist, will get his first-ever career shot at UFC gold. Also, a massive middleweight contest will serve as the evening’s co-featured bout.

Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman will face ex-Strikeforce 185-pound titleholder Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza. The UFC’s cards from Madison Square Garden always prove to be extremely entertaining. Check out the full UFC 230 fight card, start time, and information on how to watch here:

Main Card (PPV, 10 P.M. ET):

  • Heavyweight: (C) Daniel Cormier vs. Derrick Lewis
  • Middleweight: Chris Weidman vs. Jacare Souza
  • Middleweight: David Branch vs. Jared Cannonier
  • Middleweight: Karl Roberson vs. Jack Marshman
  • Middleweight: Derek Brunson vs. Israel Adesanya

Preliminary Card (FS1, 8 P.M. ET):

  • Featherweight: Jason Knight vs. Jordan Rinaldi
  • Catchweight (127.2 pounds): Sijara Eubanks vs. Roxanne Modafferi
  • Featherweight: Julio Arce vs. Sheymon Moraes
  • Welterweight: Ben Saunders vs. Lyman Good

UFC Fight Pass (6:15 P.M. ET):

  • Lightweight: Matt Frevola vs. Lando Vannata
  • Featherweight: Shane Burgos vs. Kurt Holobaugh
  • Catchweight (137 pounds): Brian Kelleher vs. Montel Jackson
  • Heavyweight: Adam Wieczorek vs. Marcos Rogerio de Lima

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Greg Hardy Calls Out ‘Fat Beast’ Derrick Lewis

Greg Hardy seems to have his eyes set on a fight with Derrick Lewis.

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Tonight’s (Sat. November 3, 2018) UFC 230 will be headlined by a heavyweight title bout.

Daniel Cormier will defend his UFC heavyweight title against Derrick Lewis. It’s a bout former NFL star-turned-mixed martial artist, Greg Hardy, will be keeping a close eye on. Despite not yet being in the UFC, Hardy took to Instagram to call out “The Black Beast”:

“Ok ok ok, it’s about to go down baby. Who do you guys have. Let’s argue lol.

“I want The Fat beast to win so I can go show him a run in with me is broken bones and blood not bruises for that strap lol.#peaceintheviolence #princeofwar a prince can dream can’t he.

“And that way DC can go get fed to @jonnybones and we can start talk n bout super fight”

Hardy is set to compete on UFC Fight Pass for Island Fights 51 on December 21st. If he wins his fight, he has a shot at being signed by the UFC. Hardy is likely taking aim at Lewis for “The Black Beast’s” past comments about him. Several years ago Hardy was charged with domestic violence, which has shadowed his accomplishments inside the cage.

Lewis, who has been vocal about his disdain for those who have abused women, recently said he’d like to knock out the “wife beater”:

“He’s a wife beater, I’d like to get in there with him,” Lewis said. “I like knocking wife beaters out. I’ll fight Greg Hardy. It’ll be like vice versa him beating on a woman. I’ll be beating him like he was a woman.

”I grew up watching my mom and my stepdad fight just about every single damn day. Fist fighting every day for stupid stuff. I don’t tolerate stuff like that at all.”

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