Miesha Tate Chokes Out Holly Holm To Become UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion

In an epic performance, former Strikeforce Women’s Champion added another gold belt to her trophy closet on Saturday night, as she choked out Holly Holm to become only the third UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion in history.

After nearly choking out …

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In an epic performance, former Strikeforce Women’s Champion added another gold belt to her trophy closet on Saturday night, as she choked out Holly Holm to become only the third UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion in history.

After nearly choking out Holm in the second round on multiple occasions, but “The Preacher’s Daughter” managed to hang on and survive.

From there, Holm would get back in control of the action only to find herself in deep trouble again in the fifth and final round.

Trouble she would not manage to escape this time.

Miesha “Cupcake” Tate got Holm’s back and once again secured a rear-naked choke. Holm, in an attempt to escape threw Miesha over her head and while she landed awkwardly, Tate held onto the choke and Holm eventually went completely out.

And there you have it. We have a new UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion.

What this means for “Rowdy” Ronda Rousey’s return remains to be seen. Does she prefer getting the win back from Holm, or her title back from another rival of hers?

Only time will tell!

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UFC 196 Predictions

Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz: Mike Drahota: I think this short notice match-up is actually better than the original McGregor vs. dos Anjos lightweight title bout due to Diaz’ sheer overall popularity, and the feverish media buildup of the last two weeks would support that theory. Diaz has played the role of the enigmatic slugger

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Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz:

Mike Drahota:

I think this short notice match-up is actually better than the original McGregor vs. dos Anjos lightweight title bout due to Diaz’ sheer overall popularity, and the feverish media buildup of the last two weeks would support that theory. Diaz has played the role of the enigmatic slugger to perfection, yet I’m just not sure that he is in the kind of fight-ready shape that it may require to topple McGregor.

‘The Notorious’ is looking huge and energized at 168 pounds, which means his already massive knockout power could be amplified. And while Diaz has never been finished by punches, he did appear a tad bit less conditioned than the elite shape that he showed when defeating Michael Johnson. There’s no question that Diaz’ length and reach advantage could be an issue for McGregor after moving up two weight classes, and the Stockton native will also have the decided edge if it hits the ground, but I just think ‘The Notorious’ is a steamroller right now. McGregor via round two TKO.

Rory Kernaghan:

I’ve swayed back and forth on my pick for the UFC 196 main event, as both McGregor and Diaz have all the tools required to get the job done. As far as styles are concerned, Diaz needs this fight on the mat, and McGregor needs a knockout. The difficulty for Diaz is that McGregor is so hard to prepare for as he just comes out with new moves in every fight. I think the big hit for the Stockton bad boy is the short notice, and I also feel his recent interviews have shown him to be both unfocused and under the strain of the rivalry. I’m winging this one because Diaz stung me against Michael Johnson and Donald Cerrone, but I’m picking McGregor for the round one TKO.

Mike Henken:

In my opinion, Diaz does indeed present some interesting challenges to the Irishman from a stylistic standpoint. The Stockton native should be the bigger, longer man, and he undoubtedly possesses the grappling advantage if the fight ends up on the ground. With that being said, McGregor has looked massive leading up to the bout, and I believe that his pure power and superior technical striking should give him the nod here. McGregor by first round knockout.

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Holly Holm vs. Miesha Tate:

Mike Drahota:

Holm’s first defense should be a wholly different affair than the bout she won the title in because Tate should stick to a more effective gameplan than Ronda Rousey’s attempt to out-strike a decorated world champion boxer. After four straight hard-fought victories, no one wants to be champion more than Tate, and she can and will make this a gritty, bloody war while absorbing a ton of damage to win. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Holm score a second round TKO as the far superior striker, but I just believe ‘Cupcake’ will be able to make this a gritty fight with her takedowns and pull out the grueling upset. Miesha Tate by split decision.

Rory Kernaghan:

Miesha Tate has time and time again come up with blue balls in her big fights, and mostly against Ronda Rousey. In my opinion Holm is an even more dangerous fight for ‘Cupcake’ than her two against ‘Rowdy,’ and I don’t see this going too well for her. The smart bet is on a big Holm win, but the big money is picking the round and method. I think Holm’s footwork and offensive power with the head kicks and straight punches is where the fight is won. ‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ for the second round knockout.

Mike Henken:

Tate presents a unique skillset in this bout, as she’s likely the best pure wrestler to have ever faced off with the champion Holm. “Cupcake” has also shown improved power in her hands as of late, and has always possessed a tough, gritty style that keeps her in fights until the bitter end. That being said, “The Preacher’s Daughter” is a former 19-time boxing world champion, and I feel like this bout won’t even be a contest if contested on the feet. Holm is just simply that good. I also believe that the champion should be able to use her length, footwork, and movement, to keep the fight standing. If she can, I don’t see it lasting too long. Holm by second round knockout.

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Prediction Friday: Conor McGregor And Holly Holm Will Take Care Of Business At UFC 196

After all the analysis and build-up on fight week this week, my predictions for UFC 196: McGregor vs. Diaz are in.

The official weigh-ins for the event, which were held on Friday in Las Vegas (watch here) further deepened my belief that both cha…

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After all the analysis and build-up on fight week this week, my predictions for UFC 196: McGregor vs. Diaz are in.

The official weigh-ins for the event, which were held on Friday in Las Vegas (watch here) further deepened my belief that both champions will prevail on Saturday night.

UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Holly Holm looked sharp and ever-ready to retain her title against Meisha Tate. There will be no letdown for Holly in this contest. The big difference in my mind as it was with Ronda Rousey is Holm’s camp with Jackson/Winkeljohn based out of New Mexico. She has all the support from her team as well as the best training partners to push her while Tate’s camp is limited.

I am almost sure Meisha is not training with any UFC champions nor recieving input from the top coaches in all of MMA, certainly not on the level of Holm’s training partners and coaches. Holm will be ultra prepared with a rock solid game plan to go with her world class skills. That is a tough combination to top.

“Cupcake” Tate also seems to block punches with her face and this fight will be no different. She will struggle trying to drag “The Preacher’s Daughter” to the ground and will take massive punishment in the process. I am picking the champion by third-round (vicious) KO.

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Final Betting Odds For UFC 196: McGregor Favored To Win

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Sunday’s UFC 196 event will be headlined by Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz in a non-title fight, and Holly Holm vs. Miesha Tate for the women’s bantamweight title will serve and co-main event. The main card features five bouts, and the final betting odds are out.

Just one day before the event, Las Vegas oddsmakers have Conor McGregor and Holly Holm both favored to win their respective match ups.

Here’s the full list of betting odds for the UFC 196 main card:

Bantamweight

  • Valentina Shevchenko +110 Over 2½ -105
  • Amanda Nunes -130 Under 2½ -115

Light Heavyweight

  • Tom Lawlor +245 Over 2½ -225
  • Corey Anderson -290 Under 2½ +185

Light Heavyweight

  • Gian Villante +170 Over 1½ -115
  • Ilir Latifi -200 Under 1½ -105

Bantamweight title

  • Miesha Tate +285 Over 2½ -210
  • Holly Holm -345 Under 2½ +175

Welterweight

  • Nate Diaz +380 Over 2½ +158
  • Conor McGregor -475 Under 2½ -180

UFC 196 takes place in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena this Saturday, March 5th. The main card starts on pay-per-view at 10 PM ET. The prelims air on FOX Sports 1 at 8 PM ET, and on UFC Fight Pass at 6:30 PM ET.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1m2Qepxdt4Q

Sunday’s UFC 196 event will be headlined by Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz in a non-title fight, and Holly Holm vs. Miesha Tate for the women’s bantamweight title will serve and co-main event. The main card features five bouts, and the final betting odds are out.

Just one day before the event, Las Vegas oddsmakers have Conor McGregor and Holly Holm both favored to win their respective match ups.

Here’s the full list of betting odds for the UFC 196 main card:

Bantamweight

  • Valentina Shevchenko +110 Over 2½ -105
  • Amanda Nunes -130 Under 2½ -115

Light Heavyweight

  • Tom Lawlor +245 Over 2½ -225
  • Corey Anderson -290 Under 2½ +185

Light Heavyweight

  • Gian Villante +170 Over 1½ -115
  • Ilir Latifi -200 Under 1½ -105

Bantamweight title

  • Miesha Tate +285 Over 2½ -210
  • Holly Holm -345 Under 2½ +175

Welterweight

  • Nate Diaz +380 Over 2½ +158
  • Conor McGregor -475 Under 2½ -180

UFC 196 takes place in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena this Saturday, March 5th. The main card starts on pay-per-view at 10 PM ET. The prelims air on FOX Sports 1 at 8 PM ET, and on UFC Fight Pass at 6:30 PM ET.

Holly Holm: “I Don’t Want My Career Defined By One Fight”

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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.

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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.

Nick Diaz Makes Appearance On UFC 196: Embedded, Episode Three

Former UFC title contender Nick Diaz gets his chance to shine in the third installment of UFC 196 “Embedded.”

Diaz helps out his brother, Nate, ahead of Nate’s main event fight with UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor this Saturday night.

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Former UFC title contender Nick Diaz gets his chance to shine in the third installment of UFC 196 “Embedded.”

Diaz helps out his brother, Nate, ahead of Nate’s main event fight with UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor this Saturday night.

Also, Holly Holm is given a hero’s sendoff from her Jackson-Wink MMA crew, while former middleweight champion Chris Weidman plays lackey to teammate, Gian Villante.