UFC Hamburg Post-Fight Press Conference

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Today’s (Sun., July 22, 2018) UFC Fight Night 134 is in the rearview mirror from the Barclaycard Arena in Hamburg, Germany.

In the main event, dangerous light heavyweight prospect Anthony Smith took on former champion Mauricio “Shogun” Rua after Rua’s original foe Volkan Oezdemir withdrew to face Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 227, and then withdrew from that fight as well. Smith won with an emphatic first-round knockout in just 1 minute and 29 seconds.

In the co-main event, Glover Teixeira met Corey Anderson, with Anderson scoring the biggest win of his UFC career via unanimous decision.

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Corey Anderson Pitches Shutout Against Glover Teixeira

Corey Anderson defeats Glover Teixeira #UFCHamburg:

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Glover Teixeira couldn’t handle the grappling of Corey Anderson.

Anderson went for a takedown and pushed Teixeira against the fence. Teixeira was able to break free. Anderson went for an uppercut, but missed. Teixeira landed an uppercut of his own. Anderson was able to take his opponent down, but he couldn’t keep him there. Teixeira got back up, but was suplexed down. Anderson landed an overhand right. He scored a takedown, but Teixeira locked in a choke. Time expired and Anderson gave the thumbs up.

Round two was underway and Anderson connected with an uppercut. Teixeira rolled after being taken down and went for his own takedown. Anderson stuffed it and landed an elbow. Anderson rocked Teixeira and took his take. Teixeira rolled to his back. Anderson dropped an elbow. He moved to mount. Teixeira gave up his back, but Anderson was too high and his opponent got back up. Teixeira was dumped back down to the mat. “Overtime” rained down some elbows near the end of the round.

It didn’t take long for Anderson to go for another takedown in the final frame. He brought Teixeira down. Teixeira got back to his feet, but ate an uppercut. Anderson stuffed his opponent’s takedown attempt. Anderson scored yet another takedown. The horn sounded later on and this one was was academic.

Final Result: Corey Anderson def. Glover Teixeira via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

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Glover Teixeira: Daniel Cormier Has to Make a Decision on Light Heavyweight Title

Glover Teixeira wants Daniel Cormier to share the wealth. When Cormier captured the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heavyweight title from Stipe Miocic, many wondered what would be next for “DC.” That thought lasted just a few seconds …

Glover Teixeira wants Daniel Cormier to share the wealth. When Cormier captured the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heavyweight title from Stipe Miocic, many wondered what would be next for “DC.” That thought lasted just a few seconds as Brock Lesnar was called out and he shoved Cormier at the conclusion of UFC 226. Now, many […]

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UFC Fight Night 134: Bleacher Report Main Card Staff Predictions

For a while, UFC Fight Night 134 in Hamburg, Germany seemed like it was going to be a typical “overseas UFC event.” Showcase bouts for local talent. Exciting-yet-middling fighters pitted against one another in “just bleed” bouts…

For a while, UFC Fight Night 134 in Hamburg, Germany seemed like it was going to be a typical “overseas UFC event.” Showcase bouts for local talent. Exciting-yet-middling fighters pitted against one another in “just bleed” bouts…

UFC Hamburg’s Glover Teixeira Addresses Late Opponent Change

Glover Teixeira recognizes the importance of staying on his toes. Teixeira was scheduled to take on Ilir Latifi this Sunday (July 22). The bout was set to take place inside Barclaycard Arena in Hamburg, Germany. Latifi went down with an injury. Corey A…

Glover Teixeira recognizes the importance of staying on his toes. Teixeira was scheduled to take on Ilir Latifi this Sunday (July 22). The bout was set to take place inside Barclaycard Arena in Hamburg, Germany. Latifi went down with an injury. Corey Anderson signed a new deal with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and will meet Teixeira as […]

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Glover Teixeira Receives New Opponent At UFC Hamburg

Glover Teixeira has received a new opponent for the upcoming UFC Hamburg event.

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Glover Teixeira has received a new opponent for the upcoming UFC Hamburg event.

It was originally announced that the former title contender would fight Ilir Latifi in a light heavyweight showdown at the upcoming UFC Hamburg (UFC Fight Night 134) event. However, Latifi had to pull out of the fight with an injury.

According to a report by MMA Fighting, Corey Anderson, who has been asking for the fight through the power of social media, will fight Teixeira at the show. Anderson also announced via Instagram that he has signed a new contract with the UFC.

Anderson is coming off a decision victory over Patrick Cummins in April after suffering losses to Jimi Manuwa and Ovince Saint Preux in 2017.

On the flip side, Teixeira scored a KO victory over Misha Cirkunov in his most recent bout. This comes off him suffering a KO loss to contender Alexander Gustafsson. He’s 5-2 in his past seven fights overall.

UFC Hamburg (UFC Fight Night 134) is set to take place on July 22, 2018, at Barclaycard Arena in Hamburg, Germany.

The main card will air on FOX Sports 1 at while the preliminary card will be split broadcasted on FOX Sports 1 at and the promotion’s streaming service, UFC Fight Pass. Here is the updated card for this event:

MAIN CARD (FS1, 2 p.m. ET)

Mauricio Rua vs. Anthony Smith

Corey Anderson vs. Glover Teixeira

Stefan Struve vs. Marcin Tybura

Abu Azaitar vs. Vitor Miranda

Marc Diakiese vs. Nasrat Haqparast

Alan Jouban vs. Danny Roberts

PRELIMINARY CARD (FS1, 12 p.m. ET)

Damir Hadzovic vs. Nick Hein

Bartosz Fabinski vs. Emil Meek

Justin Ledet vs. Aleksandar Rakic

Jeremy Kimball vs. Darko Stosic

Pingyuan Liu vs. Damian Stasiak

Davey Grant vs. Manny Bermudez

Nad Narimani vs Khalid Taha

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