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Dana White announces Glover Texeira vs. Jamahal Hill for the 205lb title in the main event of UFC 283

dana whiteDana White has announced that they would be taking the vacant title matchup in a different direction following last night’s lackluster main event. The light-heavyweight division has undergone some serious movement, within the space of a month, as five different fighters have all been announced as challengers. Following former champion Jiri Prochazka vacating the title […]

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Dana White has announced that they would be taking the vacant title matchup in a different direction following last night’s lackluster main event.

The light-heavyweight division has undergone some serious movement, within the space of a month, as five different fighters have all been announced as challengers.

Following former champion Jiri Prochazka vacating the title and being forced out due to injury from his fight with Glover Texeira, the co-main event between Magomed Anakalev and Jan Blachowicz would now be for the vacant title.

So what would it be? A second reign for Blachowicz or a new era with Ankalaev at the helm? Well neither, after five rounds the bout was declared a draw. Although Blachowicz implied post-fight that he felt Ankalaev deserved the victory and with a lot of media and fans sharing the same sentiment, it still doesn’t change that the 205lb title is still up for grabs.

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During the post-fight press conference, White did not hold back on the main event. In classic White fashion, he declared the fight as terrible while being visibly frustrated.

“What are you going to do?” White said. “I think the main event was terrible. What are you going to do?”

White would then announce the promotion would be matching former champion Texeira would take on the surging Jamahal Hill for the vacant title.

“You do Glover Vs. Jamahal Hill in Brazil, for the vacant title”, a frustrated White announced at the press conference. Replying ‘done’ to whether that fight had officially been made yet.

The bout will take place in the main event of UFC 283 Teixeira’s home country of Brazil.

Dana White UFC 282 post-fight press conference

Did Dana White make the right fight?

Photos: Official Scorecards For UFC 282 Main And Co-Main Events

For the majority of UFC 282 it seemed like the judges might not be needed at all, but the final two bouts of the night both went the distance and ended up providing a bit of scoring drama. Pimblett Narrowly Defeats Gordon When Jan B?achowicz and Magome…

For the majority of UFC 282 it seemed like the judges might not be needed at all, but the final two bouts of the night both went the distance and ended up providing a bit of scoring drama. Pimblett Narrowly Defeats Gordon When Jan B?achowicz and Magomed Ankalev were promoted to the UFC 282 main…

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MMA Fighters React To Split Draw In Blachowicz vs. Ankalaev Title Fight

The UFC light heavyweight belt remains vacant after Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev ended in a split draw at UFC 282 tonight. For many, the decision was a surprising one despite a very close fight. Blachowicz seemed to gain the upper hand in the ea…

The UFC light heavyweight belt remains vacant after Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev ended in a split draw at UFC 282 tonight. For many, the decision was a surprising one despite a very close fight. Blachowicz seemed to gain the upper hand in the early rounds after consistently troubling Ankalaev with leg kicks that compromised…

Continue Reading MMA Fighters React To Split Draw In Blachowicz vs. Ankalaev Title Fight at MMA News.

Magomed Ankalaev vs. Jan Blachowicz declared a split draw – UFC 282 Highlights

Jan BlachowiczFormer light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz had an opportunity to recapture the 205-pound title at the T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night. Standing in his way was 18-1 light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev. Originally scheduled to be the co-main event feature, a twist of fate provided Blachowicz and Ankalaev the opportunity to capture gold in the […]

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Former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz had an opportunity to recapture the 205-pound title at the T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night. Standing in his way was 18-1 light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev. Originally scheduled to be the co-main event feature, a twist of fate provided Blachowicz and Ankalaev the opportunity to capture gold in the UFC 282 main event.

Both fighters came out hesitant in the opening round, sizing up one another and gauging interest. Blachowicz effectively landed a series of calf kicks while Ankalaev targeted the body with front kicks. Both fighters came out for the second round slinging heavy leather and trading kicks. 90 seconds left in the second, Blachowicz lands a heavy leg kick that knocks Ankalaev off balance, forcing him to switch stances. Blachowicz continues working the calf as Ankalaev clinches up to avoid further damage.

Halfway through the third, Jan Blachowicz lands back-to-back calf kicks that clearly compromise Ankalaev further. From that point, the Russian began putting on pressure and landed a takedown as the third came to a close. With his legs severely damaged, Ankalaev came out desperate for a takedown and scored one less than two minutes into the fourth. Ankalaev holds the position through the end of the round.

Ankalaev comes out quickly in the fifth round causing Blachowicz to overreact and fall to his back giving Ankalaev an easy takedown. In clear control, Ankalaev began to rain down heavy ground and pound on the former champion. With 90 seconds to go, Blachowicz made no attempt to get off his back. The fifth round ended with Ankalaev dropping bombs, putting an exclamation point on a fantastic performance despite some early adversity.

Official Result: Magomed Ankalaev vs. Jan Blachowicz is declared a split draw (47-48, 48-46, 47-47)

Check Out Highlights Below From Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 282

Jan B?achowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev Ends in Split Draw at UFC 282; Title Still Vacant

After five hard-fought rounds between JanB?achowicz and Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 282, the judges declared a split draw and the light heavyweight championship…

After five hard-fought rounds between JanB?achowicz and Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 282, the judges declared a split draw and the light heavyweight championship…

Jan B?achowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev Ends in Split Draw at UFC 282; Title Still Vacant

After five hard-fought rounds between JanB?achowicz and Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 282, the judges declared a split draw and the light heavyweight championship…

After five hard-fought rounds between JanB?achowicz and Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 282, the judges declared a split draw and the light heavyweight championship…