Tag: Makwan Amirkhani

Makwan Amirkhani Nabs Split Nod Over Jason Knight

Makwan Amirkhani edges Jason Knight at #UFCLiverpool:

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Makwan Amirkhani and Jason Knight went to war in Liverpool and Amirkhani reigned supreme.

Knight didn’t hesitate to fire off kicks early. Amirkhani landed a right hand. He went for a knee, but ended up getting top control momentarily. Amirkhani stuck his tongue out and taunted Knight before standing back up. A big hook saw Knight’s nose trickle blood. Amirkhani kept finding the chin of Knight. Blood continued to pour from the nose of Knight. A cut formed near the eyebrow of Knight. Knight dropped Amirkhani with a clean uppercut. Amirkhani recovered and landed a right. Knight dropped his opponent again with a right hand. Amirkhani was on top, but Knight went for an omoplata. He locked on a triangle near the end of the round, but Amirkhani got out of it.

Round two was underway and Knight fired off some trash talk after turning the tables. Amirkhani went for a flying knee. After trading shots, Amirkhani took his opponent down. The lead hand was there for Knight. A right hook landed for Amirkhani and he scored a trip takedown. Amirkhani maintained control until the horn sounded.

Amirkhani shot in and scored another takedown on Knight in the final round. Knight tried to throw up triangles, but Makwan Amirkhani kept avoiding dangerous positions. A right hand landed for Knight, but he was shoved against the fence. Knight continued to go for an omoplata, but Amirkhani had him against the fence and maintained control. He moved to the north-south position. Amirkhani landed a couple of shots near the end of the fight.

When the score totals were read, two of the three judges scored the fight 29-28 for Amirkhani. The other judge somehow saw the fight 30-27 for Knight, but regardless Amirkhani won the bout.

Final Result: Makwan Amirkhani def. Jason Knight via split decision (27-30, 29-28, 29-28)

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UFC Liverpool’s Makwan Amirkhani Doesn’t Regret Layoff

Makwan Amirkhani believes a recent layoff was necessary for his career. Amirkhani was last seen in action back in March 2017. He suffered his first loss inside the Octagon to Arnold Allen via split decision. As he did in 2016, “Mr. Finland”…

Makwan Amirkhani believes a recent layoff was necessary for his career. Amirkhani was last seen in action back in March 2017. He suffered his first loss inside the Octagon to Arnold Allen via split decision. As he did in 2016, “Mr. Finland” only had one fight in 2017. Many have criticized Amirkhani for not staying […]

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Makwan Amirkhani: ‘The Only Fight I Will Take is if UFC Comes to Finland’

Makwan Amirkhani has just one immediate goal after his UFC Fight Night 107 bout. When he isn’t busy knocking out burglars, Amirkhani is taking on Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) featherweights. This Saturday night (March 18), “Mr. Finland” will go head-to-head with Arnold Allen inside the O2 Arena in London, England. Amirkhani recently spoke with MMAJunkie.com. […]

Makwan Amirkhani has just one immediate goal after his UFC Fight Night 107 bout. When he isn’t busy knocking out burglars, Amirkhani is taking on Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) featherweights. This Saturday night (March 18), “Mr. Finland” will go head-to-head with Arnold Allen inside the O2 Arena in London, England. Amirkhani recently spoke with MMAJunkie.com. […]

SBG’s Makwan Amirkhani Recalls Knocking Out Unlucky Burglar

UFC featherweight Makwan Amirkhani took the law into his own hands when burglars broke into his friend’s home earlier this month. Amirkhani recounted the experience with Ariel Helwani on Monday’s episode of The MMA Hour. The 145-pound fighter stated that he was spending time at home in Finland with family when he heard news that […]

UFC featherweight Makwan Amirkhani took the law into his own hands when burglars broke into his friend’s home earlier this month. Amirkhani recounted the experience with Ariel Helwani on Monday’s episode of The MMA Hour. The 145-pound fighter stated that he was spending time at home in Finland with family when he heard news that […]

UFC Adds Makwan Amirkhani vs. Arnold Allen to March 18 London Event

Another day, another addition to an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event. Featherweights Makwan Amirkhani (13-2) and Arnold Allen (11-1) are set to compete on a UFC Fight Night card in London. The UFC announced the match-up earlier today. Amirkhani hasn’t fought since Feb. 2016. He defeated Mike Wilkinson by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: […]

Another day, another addition to an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event. Featherweights Makwan Amirkhani (13-2) and Arnold Allen (11-1) are set to compete on a UFC Fight Night card in London. The UFC announced the match-up earlier today. Amirkhani hasn’t fought since Feb. 2016. He defeated Mike Wilkinson by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night: […]

UFC Announce Signing of Huge Talent Tom “FireKid” Duquesnoy

Duquesnoy has signed with the UFC, and is expected to feature at bantamweight in his first fight for the franchise.

The Frenchman is a huge prospect in MMA having become the first ever BAMMA two-weight champion; news of the Lens native signing to the world’s premier MMA franchise has been a long time coming, but it is no doubt exciting for a thriving 135 lb division.

Following weeks of protracted negotiations, Duquesnoy (14-1 MMA) it is announced, is now an employee the UFC. Cody Garbrandt, Dominick Cruz & TJ Dillashaw et al, will all have their eyes on the 23 year old to see if he can make a successful jump to the big time.

Duquesnoy confirmed the news on Monday, via his Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/tomfirekid/posts/1454770247898853

Duquesnoy has 16 pro bouts under his belt, with  14 wins and one no-contest. His only loss in MMA came to UFC’s Makwan Amirkhani in February 2013.

Duquesnoy is undefeated in 11 bouts, and was the BAMMA featherweight and bantamweight champion prior to fulfilling his contract in 2016. The Frenchman is synonymous with  Conor McGregor in the sense of being a UFC signee subsequent to holding titles in two divisions while fighting for a European-based promotion.

There is no doubt that this most recent addition will bring a spectacular skill set to the promotion. Watch this space.

Duquesnoy has signed with the UFC, and is expected to feature at bantamweight in his first fight for the franchise.

The Frenchman is a huge prospect in MMA having become the first ever BAMMA two-weight champion; news of the Lens native signing to the world’s premier MMA franchise has been a long time coming, but it is no doubt exciting for a thriving 135 lb division.

Following weeks of protracted negotiations, Duquesnoy (14-1 MMA) it is announced, is now an employee the UFC. Cody Garbrandt, Dominick Cruz & TJ Dillashaw et al, will all have their eyes on the 23 year old to see if he can make a successful jump to the big time.

Duquesnoy confirmed the news on Monday, via his Facebook page:

🇺🇸 I signed with UFC.. I can not wait to step into the cage and compete against the best in the game .. I will let you…

Dikirim oleh Tom FireKid Duquesnoy pada 16 Januari 2017

Duquesnoy has 16 pro bouts under his belt, with  14 wins and one no-contest. His only loss in MMA came to UFC’s Makwan Amirkhani in February 2013.

Duquesnoy is undefeated in 11 bouts, and was the BAMMA featherweight and bantamweight champion prior to fulfilling his contract in 2016. The Frenchman is synonymous with  Conor McGregor in the sense of being a UFC signee subsequent to holding titles in two divisions while fighting for a European-based promotion.

There is no doubt that this most recent addition will bring a spectacular skill set to the promotion. Watch this space.