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Johnny Walker Gets Top 10 Opponent For UFC Return At MSG

UFC light heavyweight prospect Johnny Walker has received his opponent for his Octagon return. After accepting a challenge from Corey Anderson to meet inside Madison Square Garden at UFC 244, the two fighters appear to be ready to put pen to paper. According to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, the UFC is close to finalizing the bout […]

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UFC light heavyweight prospect Johnny Walker has received his opponent for his Octagon return.

After accepting a challenge from Corey Anderson to meet inside Madison Square Garden at UFC 244, the two fighters appear to be ready to put pen to paper. According to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, the UFC is close to finalizing the bout between Anderson and Walker. Both sides have verbally agreed to the fight, which takes place from MSG on November 2.

Anderson is currently on a three-fight win streak over names such as Patrick Cummins, Glover Teixeira, and Ilir Latifi. All of those wins came via unanimous decision. Walker is a much different story. The 27-year-old Brazilian star is on a nine-fight win streak in his mixed martial arts (MMA) career.

Walker was signed to the Las Vegas-based promotion after an incredible showing on Dana White’s Contender Series, dominating opponent Henrique da Silva after three rounds. Once in the UFC, Walker finished all three of his opponents in the first round. His later two bouts ended in under 40 seconds.

His last win resulted in a 36-second knockout win over Misha Cirkunov at UFC 235. Walker injured himself while doing the worm in his post-fight celebration. Many believe Walker could be the man to finally give Jon Jones a run for his money. Before he can attempt that, however, he has to get past Anderson.

What do you think about a matchup between Walker and Anderson?

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Johnny Walker Responds To Corey Anderson UFC 244 Callout: ‘Let’s Dance Together’

UFC light heavyweight contender Johnny Walker is certainly receptive to a fight with Corey Anderson. Anderson recently called out Walker for a fight at UFC 244 in Madison Square Garden, New York on November 2. “Wanted to dethrone the “King”, they want me to derail a train, Johnny Walker thinks he’s ready for the big […]

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UFC light heavyweight contender Johnny Walker is certainly receptive to a fight with Corey Anderson.

Anderson recently called out Walker for a fight at UFC 244 in Madison Square Garden, New York on November 2.

“Wanted to dethrone the “King”, they want me to derail a train, Johnny Walker thinks he’s ready for the big leagues, time to roll out the red carpet. You want the sauce?! Meet me in the land of opportunity, NYC, MSG, Nov 2nd,” Anderson wrote on Twitter.

Walker would respond to the tweet soon after:

““Let’s dance together, and have a little fun,” he wrote back. “LHW needs a new king. ??”

It certainly looks like this fight will happen next. Walker has already spoken of Anderson as a potential opponent before, and recently posted on Instagram about fight news coming soon:

Anderson is riding a three-fight winning streak, most recently outpointing Ilir Latifi. Walker, meanwhile, is 3-0 in the UFC since debuting last year with all his wins coming via knockout.

One can imagine the winner of such a bout would undoubtedly be the next contender to challenge Jon Jones for the light heavyweight title.

Do you think this fight will happen? Who takes it?

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Johnny Walker Responds To Corey Anderson’s UFC 244 Callout

Johnny Walker appears willing to meet Corey Anderson inside the Octagon later this year. The light heavyweight title picture seems unclear following UFC 239. Jon Jones successfully defended his 205-pound gold via split decision against Thiago Santos. T…

Johnny Walker appears willing to meet Corey Anderson inside the Octagon later this year. The light heavyweight title picture seems unclear following UFC 239. Jon Jones successfully defended his 205-pound gold via split decision against Thiago Santos. The next title challenger isn’t apparent and many anticipate a third bout between Daniel Cormier and Jones at […]

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Corey Anderson Wants Johnny Walker Fight At UFC 244 in MSG

Corey Anderson will not be getting the Jon Jones fight according to UFC president as he turns down too many fights. So, he has now shifted his focus. Taking to social media, after Johnny Walker teased fight news coming soon, he said he wants the Brazilian at UFC 244 in Madison Square Garden. “Wanted to […]

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Corey Anderson will not be getting the Jon Jones fight according to UFC president as he turns down too many fights. So, he has now shifted his focus.

Taking to social media, after Johnny Walker teased fight news coming soon, he said he wants the Brazilian at UFC 244 in Madison Square Garden.

“Wanted to dethrone the “King”, they want me to derail a train, Johnny Walker thinks he’s ready for the big leagues, time to roll out the red carpet. You want the sauce?! Meet me in the land of opportunity, NYC, MSG, Nov 2nd,” Anderson wrote on Twitter.

Of course, Corey Anderson is coming off of a decision win over Ilir Latifi back at UFC 232 last December. Before that, the 29-year-old beat Glover Teixeira and Patrick Cummins both by decision. The American has not finished a fight since 2016 and before the three wins, was on a two-fight losing streak.

Walker, meanwhile, is 17-3 as a pro including going 3-0 in the UFC and winning on the Contender Series. In his three wins he knocked out Khalil Rountree in 1:57 then knocked out Justin Ledet in 15 seconds, then knocked out Misha Cirkunov in 36 seconds.

Currently, the Brazilian is sidelined due to a shoulder injury that he hurt doing the worm after his KO win over the Canadian. Whether or not this fight happens is to be seen, but Anderson has called for it.

Who do you think would win between Johnny Walker and Corey Anderson?

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Corey Anderson Hints at Johnny Walker MSG Bout

Johnny Walker is currently the most buzzworthy fighter in the light heavyweight division not named Jon Jones, with many people concluding that it is only a matter of time before Walker challenges Jones for the championship belt. Walker is currently 3-0…

Johnny Walker is currently the most buzzworthy fighter in the light heavyweight division not named Jon Jones, with many people concluding that it is only a matter of time before Walker challenges Jones for the championship belt. Walker is currently 3-0 in the UFC, with all three wins taking place within the first two minutes […]

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Johnny Walker Teases Fight News Coming Soon

Top UFC light heavyweight prospect Johnny Walker might receive his next opponent very soon. The Brazilian took to Instagram recently to tease that he could be receiving a fight very soon. Here’s what he had to say: “Keep the eyes opened; there is a fight coming soon” Walker has been on a tear inside of […]

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Top UFC light heavyweight prospect Johnny Walker might receive his next opponent very soon.

The Brazilian took to Instagram recently to tease that he could be receiving a fight very soon. Here’s what he had to say:

“Keep the eyes opened; there is a fight coming soon”

Walker has been on a tear inside of the Octagon as of late. The 27-year-old is currently on a nine-fight win streak. He hasn’t lost since being knocked out back in June of 2016 under the Jungle Fight banner. During his UFC tenure, which kicked off after an impressive showing at Dana White’s Contender Series, Walker has amassed three-straight quick first-round finishes.

He has picked up wins over the likes of Khalil Rountree Jr., Justin Ledet, and Misha Cirkunov. With how quickly Walker has been finishing his opponents, many have been hyping an eventual clash between the Brazilian and dominant champion Jon Jones. It remains to be seen who Jones defends his title against next, but it probably won’t be Walker.

Walker likely needs one or two big victories over notable names before challenging for the strap. It will be interesting to see who the Las Vegas-based promotion matches him up with next.

Who do you think Walker should be facing next upon his Octagon return?

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