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Bellator 286 – Patricio Pitbull Defends Title Against Adam Borics, A.J. McKee Makes 155lb Debut Against Spike Carlyle

Patricio PitbullBellator 286 is set to feature former featherweight rivals, Patricio Pitbull and A.J. McKee – however, despite links to a Long Beach trilogy rubber match, the promotional standouts will not share the cage with each other. In lieu, recently minted featherweight champion, Pitbull, will attempt his first title defense since defeating McKee back in April, […]

Patricio Pitbull

Bellator 286 is set to feature former featherweight rivals, Patricio Pitbull and A.J. McKee – however, despite links to a Long Beach trilogy rubber match, the promotional standouts will not share the cage with each other.

In lieu, recently minted featherweight champion, Pitbull, will attempt his first title defense since defeating McKee back in April, drawing the surging Hungarian contender, Adam Borics at Bellator 286 on October 1. in California. 

And as for the hometown favorite, McKee, the former undisputed featherweight champion and Grand Prix tournament victor will share the cage with UFC and Rizin FF alum, Spike Carlyle – making his lightweight division bow. News of the Bellator 286 doubleheader featuring Patricio Pitbull and A.J. McKee was first reported by the Long Beach Press-Telegram.

Sharing a distinct rivalry, Patricio Pitbull initially clashed with McKee in the featherweight Grand Prix finale back in July of last year, dropping his undisputed featherweight title in a first round high kick and subsequent standing guillotine submission loss.

Patricio Pitbull x A.J. McKee 3 has been put on the back burner for the time being

In an immediate title rematch, the veteran, decorated Brazilian headliner Bellator 277 against champion, McKee in April, defeating the Californian in a unanimous decision-earning effort. The loss came as the ever-present Bellator feature, McKee’s first professionally. 

As for incoming featherweight title chaser, Borics, improved to 18-1 as a professional back in March of this year, defeating fellow European standout, Mads Burnell with a unanimous decision headlining win at Bellator 276. 

For Carlyle, the charismatic, San Diego finisher makes his Bellator return against McKee, off the back of an impressive second round guillotine win against Koji Takeda under the Rizin FF banner back in April in Japan. 

14-3 as a professional with seven submission wins to go with six other knockout victories, Carlyle has previously competed for LFA and Cage Warriors to boot, and laned a knockout win over Aalon Cruz in his UFC bow back in February 2020.

Conor McGregor to Make Film Debut in ‘Road House’ Remake

Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is looking to add another wrinkle to his ever-growing stardom. Having risen from childhood boxer and plumbing apprentice to global superstar and mixed martial arts champion, there’s not much that Mc…

Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is looking to add another wrinkle to his ever-growing stardom. Having risen from childhood boxer and plumbing apprentice to global superstar and mixed martial arts champion, there’s not much that McGregor hasn’t accomplished across his illustrious career. But one major industry he’s yet to crack is the movie business….

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Exclusive | Ariane Lipski Prepared For Any ‘Dirty’ Tactics Priscila Cachoeira Might Throw Her Way: “If She Gonna Fight Like This, I’m Ready”

Ariane LipskiThis weekend, Ariane Lipski will face off against Priscila Cachoeira at UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Hill. ‘The Queen of Violence’ is looking to build off a decision victory over Mandy Böhm, and mount a title challenge in the competitive flyweight division. Lipski recently spoke with LowKickMMA in an exclusive interview about the upcoming fight […]

Ariane Lipski

This weekend, Ariane Lipski will face off against Priscila Cachoeira at UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Hill.

‘The Queen of Violence’ is looking to build off a decision victory over Mandy Böhm, and mount a title challenge in the competitive flyweight division. Lipski recently spoke with LowKickMMA in an exclusive interview about the upcoming fight with Cachoeira, stating that:

“Priscila Cachoeira is a striker. I am a striker also. So I’m excited about it. She’s a tough opponent because she don’t be afraid to get punched. She likes pushing hard… I do believe that I fight with my heart also. I’m a tough opponent, tougher. And I think that the key for the win is my technique. I’m more technical than her. Also, I do believe that I’m a more well-rounded fighter. I have some submissions. So that’s it, I think that technique is key.”

Ariane Lipski Addresses Concerns That Priscila Cachoeira Will Deploy ‘Dirty Tactics’

Priscila Cachoeira is an experienced veteran in the women’s flyweight division, having fought some of the very best, including Valentina Shevchenko. However, over the course of her career, Cachoeira has been involved in multiple circumstances where she have been accused of unsportsmanlike conduct.

In her fight with Gillian Roberston, Cachoeira can be seen attempting to eye gouge her opponent after having her back taken. There have also been cases of Cachoeira faking a glove touch to land an early strike.

However, Ariane Lipski is prepared to deal with this kind of approach, should Cachoeira attempt anything untoward. In reference to the Robertson fight, Lipski stated:

“She was losing the fight. I think she was frustrated. I have to be aware for those things, not only against her but against all of my opponents. We have to be aware of this. I don’t break the rules but if she gonna fight like this, I’m ready. So it’s a fight. I’m not going to play, I’m going to fight and win. So if she’s going to do dirty things, she has to be ready. But in her last fight, she didn’t (do) these things, she was respectful… I think she won’t do the same, but if she try, I’m ready.”

Check out the full interview with Ariane Lipski below:

Paige VanZant: I Have “Nothing To Prove” In BKFC

Former UFC star Paige VanZant has insisted that she has nothing to prove in-between the ropes ahead of her bare-knuckle boxing return later this month. At one point in time, VanZant was considered a hot prospect inside the Octagon. But after going 3-0 …

Former UFC star Paige VanZant has insisted that she has nothing to prove in-between the ropes ahead of her bare-knuckle boxing return later this month. At one point in time, VanZant was considered a hot prospect inside the Octagon. But after going 3-0 under the UFC banner, including a victory over Felice Herrig, “12 Gauge”…

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UFC Star Conor McGregor Set For Lead Role Alongside Jake Gyllenhaal In ‘Road House’ Remake

Conor McGregorFormer two-division UFC champion, Conor McGregor is set to make his first foray into motion picture, as the Dublin native lands himself a lead role in the upcoming remake of action movie, ‘Road House’ – starring alongside Hollywood staple, Jake Gyllenhaal. As per an initial report from Ariel Helwani, McGregor, a former undisputed featherweight and […]

Conor McGregor

Former two-division UFC champion, Conor McGregor is set to make his first foray into motion picture, as the Dublin native lands himself a lead role in the upcoming remake of action movie, ‘Road House’ – starring alongside Hollywood staple, Jake Gyllenhaal.

As per an initial report from Ariel Helwani, McGregor, a former undisputed featherweight and lightweight champion, will feature in a leading role in the upcoming release of ‘Road House’ alongside Gyllenhaal – with the Crumlin native’s spokesperson, Karen Kessler confirming her client also plans to make a return to active competition to boot.

“Conor McGregor will make his motion picture acting debut along (alongside) Jake Gyllenhaal in the 80’s classic ‘Road House’ remake, it was announced today,” Helwani tweeted. “Filming starts within the month. He (Conor McGregor) will play a leading role. Here’s a statement from his spokesperson @KarenKesslerPR.”

“Conor McGregor is very excited to expand his storied career to Hollywood and join with Jake Gyllenhaal in this reimagining of ‘Road House’, a beloved classic,” A statement read. “While fighting remains his top focus, this is the beginning of another successful venture in the McGregor empire. He is eager to get started filming.”

Conor McGregor has yet to book his Octagon return

Sidelined from the UFC since July of last year, McGregor, who turned 34 years of age last month, headlined UFC 264 against former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier in the pair’s trilogy rubber match, suffering a first round doctor’s stoppage TKO loss as he fractured his left tibia. 

The Straight Blast Gym staple has talked up his impending Octagon return in the time since his last outing a year ago, with the former duel-weight champion linked to a slew of matchups opposite the likes of Charles Oliveira, Tony Ferguson, and Michael Chandler at lightweight – as well as welterweight excursions against the duo of Jorge Masvidal, and champion, Kamaru Usman.

Usman Shares His Thoughts On Upcoming Chimaev/Diaz Clash

UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman doesn’t believe that Nate Diaz is heading into his clash with Khamzat Chimaev without a chance at victory. After seven months that has featured Diaz campaigning to face various opponents, from Dustin Poirier…

UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman doesn’t believe that Nate Diaz is heading into his clash with Khamzat Chimaev without a chance at victory. After seven months that has featured Diaz campaigning to face various opponents, from Dustin Poirier to Tony Ferguson, for the final fight of his active UFC contract — a period that’s even…

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