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Cyborg Wants Nunes Rematch, Dana White Pumps Brakes

One of the most shocking finishes in women’s mixed martial arts (MMA) history went down over the weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018). Cris Cyborg dropped her featherweight title to Amanda Nunes in the co-main event of UFC 232. Nunes finished Cyborg, who hadn’t lost since 2005, in just under a minute via knockout. With the […]

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One of the most shocking finishes in women’s mixed martial arts (MMA) history went down over the weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018).

Cris Cyborg dropped her featherweight title to Amanda Nunes in the co-main event of UFC 232. Nunes finished Cyborg, who hadn’t lost since 2005, in just under a minute via knockout. With the win, she became the first-ever female dual-weight champion in UFC history. Not only that, Nunes wrapped up the honor of being considered the greatest female fighter of all time.

In her post-fight interview, Cyborg said that she’d very much like to rematch Nunes. All that she’s waiting for is UFC President Dana White to make it official (via MMA Mania):

“Of course. I can rematch [Nunes] any time Dana White wants to put it together. I love fighting and this has put more fire in my heart to continue fighting. Of course, of course, and Jorina Baars I want to rematch, too. I always say this,” Cyborg said.

However, White doesn’t seem to be a supporter of the idea. When asked about rematching Nunes and Cyborg in the UFC 232 post-fight presser, White said he doesn’t see the need for it. He believes Nunes’ win was rather convincing enough that an immediate rematch doesn’t seem to make sense:

“I don’t think you do. I mean, it was a pretty convincing win.… I gotta get back in the lab and figure it out [what’s next for Cyborg], but we’ll come up with something for her,” White said.

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Anthony Smith Ready To Fight Jon Jones Anytime, Anywhere

In the main event of UFC 232 last weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018), Jon Jones reclaimed the UFC’s light heavyweight crown. He won the vacant title by stopping Alexander Gustafsson in the third round. Now that “Bones” is back on top of the 205-pound mountain, he is once again tasked with defending the strap. Following […]

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In the main event of UFC 232 last weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018), Jon Jones reclaimed the UFC’s light heavyweight crown.

He won the vacant title by stopping Alexander Gustafsson in the third round. Now that “Bones” is back on top of the 205-pound mountain, he is once again tasked with defending the strap. Following his victory over “The Mauler,” Jones called out longtime rival Daniel Cormier for a trilogy bout.

However, on the UFC on FOX post-fight show, top contender Anthony Smith called out Jones for a July title fight. Smith was serving as an analyst for the FOX network and was lobbying for an International Fight Week headliner spot. But Smith caught some push-back from fellow analyst Michael Bisping, who told Smith to call for an immediate title opportunity if he was going to call out Jones.

Soon after, Jones took to Twitter to poke fun at Smith for calling him out for a fight date six months away:

“This man is trying to wait until July, I got some catching up to do.”

“I just thought that sounded fun. I think we can set the games aside, Jon. You and I both know I need a date and location. You name it, I’ll be there.”

The Nebraskan has earned his way into the light heavyweight title picture with three straight wins. His latest victories over Rashad Evans, Mauricio Rua, and Volkan Oezdemir have been extremely impressive.

Sitting as the No. 3-ranked light heavyweight in the UFC, it’s hard to argue anyone else that might deserve a shot at the title. But Smith shouldn’t wait around for Jones, who could easily rematch his longtime rival Daniel Cormier at light heavyweight or heavyweight.

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Anthony Smith Ready To Fight Jon Jones Anytime, Anywhere

In the main event of UFC 232 last weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018), Jon Jones reclaimed the UFC’s light heavyweight crown. He won the vacant title by stopping Alexander Gustafsson in the third round. Now that “Bones” is back on top of the 205-pound mountain, he is once again tasked with defending the strap. Following […]

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In the main event of UFC 232 last weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018), Jon Jones reclaimed the UFC’s light heavyweight crown.

He won the vacant title by stopping Alexander Gustafsson in the third round. Now that “Bones” is back on top of the 205-pound mountain, he is once again tasked with defending the strap. Following his victory over “The Mauler,” Jones called out longtime rival Daniel Cormier for a trilogy bout.

However, on the UFC on FOX post-fight show, top contender Anthony Smith called out Jones for a July title fight. Smith was serving as an analyst for the FOX network and was lobbying for an International Fight Week headliner spot. But Smith caught some push-back from fellow analyst Michael Bisping, who told Smith to call for an immediate title opportunity if he was going to call out Jones.

Soon after, Jones took to Twitter to poke fun at Smith for calling him out for a fight date six months away:

“This man is trying to wait until July, I got some catching up to do.”

“I just thought that sounded fun. I think we can set the games aside, Jon. You and I both know I need a date and location. You name it, I’ll be there.”

The Nebraskan has earned his way into the light heavyweight title picture with three straight wins. His latest victories over Rashad Evans, Mauricio Rua, and Volkan Oezdemir have been extremely impressive.

Sitting as the No. 3-ranked light heavyweight in the UFC, it’s hard to argue anyone else that might deserve a shot at the title. But Smith shouldn’t wait around for Jones, who could easily rematch his longtime rival Daniel Cormier at light heavyweight or heavyweight.

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UFC 232 Salaries: Three Fighters Top The List

UFC 232 is in the books and the full list of salaries have been revealed. This past Saturday night (Dec. 29), UFC 232 took place inside The Forum in Inglewood, California. The main event saw Jon Jones take on Alexander Gustafsson in a rematch for the v…

UFC 232 is in the books and the full list of salaries have been revealed. This past Saturday night (Dec. 29), UFC 232 took place inside The Forum in Inglewood, California. The main event saw Jon Jones take on Alexander Gustafsson in a rematch for the vacant UFC light heavyweight title. Jones ended up winning […]

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Alex Volkanovski Explains Max Holloway Callout After Huge UFC 232 Win

A new featherweight star was born over the weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018) in California. Alex Volkanovski defeated former UFC featherweight title challenger Chad Mendes to open up the UFC 232 pay-per-view (PPV) card. Volkanovski joins an exclusive group of competitors who have been able to pull off the difficult feat. Mendes has only ever […]

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A new featherweight star was born over the weekend (Sat. December 29, 2018) in California.

Alex Volkanovski defeated former UFC featherweight title challenger Chad Mendes to open up the UFC 232 pay-per-view (PPV) card. Volkanovski joins an exclusive group of competitors who have been able to pull off the difficult feat. Mendes has only ever lost to Jose Aldo (twice), Conor McGregor, Frankie Edgar, and now Volkanovski.

After his win, Volkanovski called out 145-pound champion Max Holloway. He spoke to MMA Junkie soon after to explain:

“I called out Max Holloway, not because I think, ‘Oh, yeah, I’m definitely the next in line,’” Volkanovski said. “(Renato) Moicano was probably next in line, but he missed weight. I’m hearing a lot of people say, ‘What’s left for (Holloway) in this division?’

“He hasn’t fought a wrestler, really, for a while – a good, strong wrestler and a big puncher. Until he takes out someone like me or Frankie Edgar, then you can say he’s took out everybody in the division. I really think that.”

The 27-year-old featherweight champion is currently on a 13-fight win streak. His latest win came in dominant fashion over Brian Ortega at UFC 231 in Toronto earlier this month (Sat. December 8, 2018). After the win, Holloway and UFC President Dana White teased a move up to 155 pounds for “Blessed.”

But it’s hard to deny match-ups against grapplers such as Volkanovski and Edgar are intriguing ones for the Hawaiian.

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Cat Zingano Might Appeal UFC 232 Loss to Megan Anderson Due to Eye Injury

Cat Zingano is considering appealing her UFC 232 loss to Megan Anderson after suffering an eye injury during the fight. According to ESPN.com’s Brett Okamoto , Zingano is mulling the appeal because Anderson’s toe poked her in the eye…

Cat Zingano is considering appealing her UFC 232 loss to Megan Anderson after suffering an eye injury during the fight. According to ESPN.com’s Brett Okamoto , Zingano is mulling the appeal because Anderson’s toe poked her in the eye…