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Payton Talbott finishes Yanis Ghemmouri with brutal 19 second KO victory – UFC 303 Highlights

Payton Talbott flattens Yanis Ghemmouri with stunning 19 second KO win UFC 303 Highlights Unbeaten bantamweight contender, Payton Talbott moves to 9-0 tonight on the preliminary card of UFC 303 — flattening Yanis…

Unbeaten bantamweight contender, Payton Talbott moves to 9-0 tonight on the preliminary card of UFC 303 — flattening Yanis Ghemmouri inside just 19-seconds with a hellacious knockout win.

Talbott, who made his third outing under the banner of the Dana White-led promotion tonight, had previously laid waste to both Nick Aguirre, and Cameron Saaiman — following a win on the Contender Series earlier in his career.

And with much scrutiny surrounding the 25-year-old prospect, Talbott improved to 9-0 tonight against Frenchman, Ghemmouri — courtesy of a stunning finish in the opening round.

Walking the former down early in the round, Talbott would miss with an initial flashing jab, before uncorking a massive straight right down the pipe of Ghemmouri, before following up with ground strikes after attempting to score a walk-off finish.

Following his victory, Talbott suggested a pairing with Adrian Yanez in his fourth appearance in the promotion, questioning if his status as a contender was actually granted.

Below, catch the highlights from Payton Talbott’s stunning knockout win at UFC 303

Michelle Waterson retires in emotional moment after loss to Gillian Robertson – UFC 303 Highlights

Veteran strawweight pioneer, Michelle Waterson has called time on her storied career in mixed martial arts tonight — off…

Veteran strawweight pioneer, Michelle Waterson has called time on her storied career in mixed martial arts tonight — off the back of her defeat to grappling ace, Gillian Robertson at UFC 303 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Waterson, who entered tonight’s strawweight clash with Robertson boasting the number fourteen rank in the official 115lbs division — dropped a decision loss to the above-mentioned challenger, before closing the curtain on a stunning, storied 31-fight career in combat sports.

A veteran contender and perennial challenger at the strawweight limit inside the promotion, Michelle Waterson, a former Invicta FC atomweight champion, made her Octagon debut back in 2015, racking up quickfire submission wins over both Angela Magana and then Paige VanZant — the second of which in a UFC Fight Night Sacramento headliner.

Bowing out from her career in the midst of a five-fight skid, Waterson, who boasts an 18-13 professional record — including an impressive nine separate submission victories, has landed other notable wins over the likes of Jessica Penne, Yasuko Tamada, Angela Hill, and former title challenger, Karolina Kowalkiewicz.

Following her defeat, an emotional Waterson was consoled by UFC color-commentator, Joe Rogan — before calling time on her career, thanking her friends, and family for support — as well as heralding the fans who have followed her stored career in mixed martial arts.

Below, catch the highlights from Michelle Waterson’s final fight inside the UFC

Dustin Poirier backs Conor McGregor to make triumphant UFC return: ‘We’re going to see a very dangerous man’

Three-time foe of Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier – has backed the Dubliner to make a triumphant return to action…

Three-time foe of Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier – has backed the Dubliner to make a triumphant return to action – if he ever makes his comeback to the UFC, claiming the ex-champion will likely return in “dangerous” fashion.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion under the banner of the UFC, has been sidelined since he fractured his left tibia and fibula against Poirier three years ago, losing the pair’s trilogy rubber match in a doctor’s stoppage TKO loss.

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And scheduled to return at UFC 303 tonight, McGregor was forced from a main event fight against would-be common-foe, Michael Chandler at the welterweight limit – confirming he had been sidelined once more, this time through a fractured toe on his left foot.

Dustin Poirier backs Conor McGregor to make “dangerous” return

Hoping to land a return before the close of the summer, former duel-weight titleholder, McGregor’s plans for a comeback clash with Chandler were almost immediately shut down by UFC boss, Dana White, who claimed he would not be fighting before October at the very earliest.

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However, sharing his thoughts on McGregor’s fighting future, Poirier – who was the subject of a nasty dig by the Dubliner at his fatherhood earlier this week, claimed he would return in “dangerous” fashion against Chandler.

“So, he (Conor McGregor) could be back quick or if he needs surgery, we’ll see,” Dustin Poirier told ESPN MMA. “Just looking at his career and the things he’s accomplished, the man has a strong mindset. If he commits himself to being the best he can, if his body allows him to be the best he can I think he’s gonna come back strong.”

“Do we see the vintage Conor McGregor? I’m not sure, but we’re going to see a very dangerous man who’s hungry for a win – and who needs a win, if he does come back,” Poirier explained.

Do you agree with Dustin Poirier’s take on the future of UFC star, Conor McGregor?

Jiri Prochazka echoes claims Alex Pereira is using magic after UFC 303 weigh ins: ‘I saw it in his eyes’

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jiri Prochazka has once more echoed claims that incoming foe, Alex Pereira is using…

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jiri Prochazka has once more echoed claims that incoming foe, Alex Pereira is using magic and other shamanistic techniques ahead of their UFC 303 title fight tonight – particularly after last night’s ceremonial weigh-ins.

Prochazka, the current number one ranked light heavyweight contender, has been sidelined since he featured at UFC 300 earlier this year, landing a stunning second round knockout win over Aleksandar Rakic in a rallying performance.

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And on that same card, the above-mentioned, Pereira landed his first successful defense of his 205lbs throne – flattening Jamahal Hill with a brutal first round KO win in the night’s headliner.

Booking a short-notice fight with the Brazilian tonight at UFC 303, Czech Republic finisher, Prochazka claimed earlier this week that the former was utilizing shamanic techniques for his fights in the organization – urging him not to.

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“Right now, this is my challenge to him (Alex Pereira), if we can fight in a clear way in this case, to be without other things, some whatever but let the higher power be there in the cage to see who’s the best in the world in pure performance,” Jiri Prochazka explained.

Jiri Prochazka again accuses Alex Pereira of using magic

And despite denying any sort of shamanistic practices nor magic in use ahead of his UFC 303, Pereira’s assertions have fallen on deaf ears, with Prochazka claiming it’s even more evident now following last night’s face-off at the ceremonial weigh-ins.

“He (Alex Pereira) is trying to play something,” Jiri Prochazka said after last night’s weigh-ins. “I saw it in his eyes. What he’s doing [is] some technique. It doesn’t matter. I’m pure, I don’t care I just want to show the pure performance. Who is the best.”

Who do you think wins tonight: Alex Pereira or Jiri Prochazka?

Jiri Prochazka echoes claims Alex Pereira is using magic after UFC 303 weigh ins: ‘I saw it in his eyes’

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jiri Prochazka has once more echoed claims that incoming foe, Alex Pereira is using…

And on that same card, the above-mentioned, Pereira landed his first successful defense of his 205lbs throne – flattening Jamahal Hill with a brutal first round KO win in the night’s headliner.

Jiri Prochazka again accuses Alex Pereira of using magic

Who do you think wins tonight: Alex Pereira or Jiri Prochazka?

Video – Alex Pereira shows off 230lbs weight ahead of UFC 303 title fight tonight: ‘How did he ever make 185lbs?’

Tipping the scales successfully for his light heavyweight title fight return tonight in Las Vegas, fan-favorite knockout artist, Alex…

Tipping the scales successfully for his light heavyweight title fight return tonight in Las Vegas, fan-favorite knockout artist, Alex Pereira has rehydrated ahead of his fight with Jiri Prochakza – piling on a massive 25lbs since his early-morning weigh-in.

Pereira, a former undisputed middleweight champion, and the current light heavyweight gold holder, headlines UFC 303 tonight against former-foe, Prochazka – taking on the Czech Republic finisher in a bid to land a second win over him and defend his crown for the second time successfully.

Alex Pereira shows off massive 25lbs weight gain ahead of UFC 303

Sidelined since April, Sao Paulo knockout king, Alex Pereira most recently headlined UFC 300 against the returning, Jamahal Hill – finishing the ex-champion with a blistering opening round knockout win.

And tipping the scales at 204.5lbs for his title fight with Prochazka yesterday morning in ‘Sin City’ – Pereira showed off a massive increase in weight today on his official Instagram Stories – weighing in at 230.1lbs ahead of tonight’s showdown at UFC 303.

Alex Pereira gained more than 25 pounds since the UFC 303 weigh-ins, reaching 230.1 pounds by Friday night.

"Poatan" posted on Instagram that it was his best weight cut compared to his previous light heavyweight fights in the UFC. pic.twitter.com/kEyglZVIuB

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FIrst fighting against Prochazka back in November of last year at Madison Square Garden, Brazilian star, Pereira landed the vacant light heavyweight title with a second round TKO win over the returning former titleholder, minting himself as a two-weight champion inside the promotion just two years into his tenure.

Receiving fierce accusations from Prochazka earlier this week that he was using shamanistic practices and other “magic” to gain an advantage in his fights, Pereira claimed he had simply found his own spirits – encouraging Prochazka to do similar.

“Well, everybody has their own spirits,” Alex Pereirs said. “We’re not only made of flesh and bone, I’ve found mine. If he has not found his or if he does not believe, it’s not my fault.”

Who wins tonight at UFC 303: Alex Pereira or Jiri Prochazka?