Justin Willis Addresses Curtis Blaydes Following UFC Nashville Loss

Curtis Blaydes had never been one to trash talk, but at the close of his lopsided UFC Nashville victory over Justin Willis, Blaydes could not help himself. After defeating Justin Willis 30-27, 30,26, and 30-25 on the judges’ scorecards, Wills let…

Curtis Blaydes had never been one to trash talk, but at the close of his lopsided UFC Nashville victory over Justin Willis, Blaydes could not help himself. After defeating Justin Willis 30-27, 30,26, and 30-25 on the judges’ scorecards, Wills let loose in the Octagon, rubbing rub it in after all the trash talk from […]

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UFC Nashville Bonuses, Live Gate & Attendance Revealed

The UFC Nashville bonuses, live gate and attendance have been released. UFC Nashville took place inside the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Headlining the card was a welterweight clash between Stephen Thompson and Anthony Pettis. It was Pett…

The UFC Nashville bonuses, live gate and attendance have been released. UFC Nashville took place inside the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Headlining the card was a welterweight clash between Stephen Thompson and Anthony Pettis. It was Pettis who scored a second-round knockout victory. Pettis earned a $50,000 bonus for “Performance of The Night.” The […]

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UFC Nashville Bonuses: Anthony Pettis Banks An Extra $50K

UFC Nashville went down from the Bridgestone Arena in Tennessee earlier tonight (Sat. March 23, 2019). On the ESPN+ preliminary card, Randa Markos defeated Angela Hill in impressive fashion. Markos scored a spectacular first-round armbar submission over Hill. She was awarded a $50,000 Performance Of The Night bonus for her effort. Also, on the ESPN+ […]

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UFC Nashville went down from the Bridgestone Arena in Tennessee earlier tonight (Sat. March 23, 2019).

On the ESPN+ preliminary card, Randa Markos defeated Angela Hill in impressive fashion. Markos scored a spectacular first-round armbar submission over Hill. She was awarded a $50,000 Performance Of The Night bonus for her effort.

Also, on the ESPN+ preliminary headliner, Bryce Mitchell and Bobby Moffett put on a tremendous featherweight bout. Although Mitchell took home the unanimous decision win after three rounds, both men received $50,000 Fight Of The Night bonuses.

Finally, in the main event, Anthony Pettis scored a ridiculous knockout. The former lightweight champion finished two-time welterweight title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson in the second round. He rendered Thompson unconcious with a superman punch while bouncing off the Octagon cage. He’ll also take home a $50,000 Performance Of The Night bonus for the finish.

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Twitter Reacts To Anthony Pettis Knocking Out Stephen Thompson At UFC Nashville

Earlier tonight (Sat. March 23, 2019) UFC Nashville went down from the Bridgestone Arena in Tennessee. In the main event of the evening, former UFC lightweight champion Anthony “Showtime” Pettis made a thunderous debut at 170 pounds. He knocked out two-time welterweight title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. Pettis pulled off a superman punch after bouncing […]

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Earlier tonight (Sat. March 23, 2019) UFC Nashville went down from the Bridgestone Arena in Tennessee.

In the main event of the evening, former UFC lightweight champion Anthony “Showtime” Pettis made a thunderous debut at 170 pounds. He knocked out two-time welterweight title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. Pettis pulled off a superman punch after bouncing off the Octagon cage.

It was a classic “Showtime” highlight-reel finish. Check out how the mixed martial arts (MMA) community reacted to the amazing knockout here:

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UFC Nashville Results: Anthony Pettis Sleeps Stephen Thompson In Music City

UFC Nashville‘s main event will pit Stephen Thompson up against the former lightweight champion Anthony Pettis in a welterweight scrap. As always, LowkickMMA will have you covered with all the results from UFC on ESPN+ 6 as they happen. Thompson (14-3-1) will look to bounce back from losing two of his last three fights. His […]

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UFC Nashville‘s main event will pit Stephen Thompson up against the former lightweight champion Anthony Pettis in a welterweight scrap.

As always, LowkickMMA will have you covered with all the results from UFC on ESPN+ 6 as they happen.

Thompson (14-3-1) will look to bounce back from losing two of his last three fights. His last victory was against Jorge Masvidal at UFC 217 back in November of 2017. As for Pettis (21-8). The 32-year-old has alternated between a win and a loss since defeating Charles Oliveira in August of 2016. A win over “Wonderboy” could rejuvenate “Showtimes” career.

Round One

The fighters touch gloves. Thompson throws a high kick to start. Pettis moves forward with a high guard. Thompson is using his typical karate style. He lands a sidekick. Pettis is trying to stay in his face as he lands a hard leg kick. They trade kicks as Pettis continues to wade forward. Thompson flicks his foot out into Pettis’ midsection. Pettis throws a spinning head kick that misses. Thompson retreats and lands a leg kick. He flurries some punches together. Pettis lands a right cross. Less than a minute to go. Thompson lands a stiff jab followed by a spin kick. Pettis’ face is busted up as the round ends.

Round Two

Pettis takes the center of the Octagon as Thompson smashes a head kick into his guard. Thompson switches stances and flicks a head kick, Pettis throws one of his own. Thompson is using his sidekick as a jab to keep Pettis at bay thus far. Pettis smashes a backside leg kick. Thompson finds a home for his jab again. Pettis lands an outside low kick. Thompson splits the guard with a straight right hand. Both fighters have relied heavily on their feet this fight. Thompson doubles up the jab and lands a leg kick. He flicks a head kick that clips Pettis. Both men look for the same leg kick at the same time. Thompson quickly lands a jab. From nowhere Pettis throws a superman punch and floors Thompson. The fight is over. He pushes off the fence and floored Thompson with a right hand. Unreal.

Anthony Pettis defeats Stephen Thompson via knock out at 4:55 of round two

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UFC Nashville Results: Curtis Blaydes Dominates Justin Willis

UFC Nashville‘s co-main event will feature Curtis Blaydes against Justin Willis in a heavyweight showdown with future title implications. As always, LowkickMMA will have you covered with all the results from UFC on ESPN+ 6 as they happen. Blaydes (10-2) will return to the Octagon after suffering the second loss of his career (both by […]

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UFC Nashville‘s co-main event will feature Curtis Blaydes against Justin Willis in a heavyweight showdown with future title implications.

As always, LowkickMMA will have you covered with all the results from UFC on ESPN+ 6 as they happen.

Blaydes (10-2) will return to the Octagon after suffering the second loss of his career (both by Francis N’Gannou). The 28-year-old will look for his sixth win inside the promotion. As for Willis (8-1). “Big Pretty” is perfect inside the Octagon, notching four quick wins. He most recently defeated Mark Hunt in December.

Round One

Both men plot forward. Blaydes throws his jab and follows with a leg kick. He shoots in for a takedown. Blaydes presses Willis against the cage. Willis defends nicely. However, Blaydes throws Willis. He works his way around to Willis’ back and begins to pick him apart with left hands. Blaydes hangs onto Willis, as to keep him on the ground. He belly-to-back suplexes Willis and ends up with his hands still around him. He throws him again. Blaydes blasts some hard knees into Willis. Willis breaks Blaydes grip but Blaydes lands some more knees to his thighs. Willis gets to his feet and takes another ride. He blasts some left hands as the round ends.

Round Two

Blaydes lands a straight right hand that drops Willis. Willis quickly regains his wits but Blaydes toss’s him again. Blaydes is using his wrestling to dominate position. He seat belts Willis’ arm and lands a smashing elbow. Blaydes is riding Willis very heavy, making him carry his weight. Willis looks for a kimura but there is nothing there. Blaydes is all over him here as he blasts some knees into Willis’ legs. He tosses Willis yet again. Blaydes lands a couple of left hands and looks to weigh on Willis. The round ends with more of the same from Blaydes.

Round Three

Willis takes the center of the Octagon, then Blaydes does. They trade shots briefly. Willis throws a front kick. Blaydes faints and looks to get inside. Willis faints an overhand right and Blaydes nearly bites. Halfway through the final round and Blaydes gets deep in on a double leg against the cage. Willis defends nicely. Blaydes has a body lock and looks for another trip but Willis seems hip. They separate. Willis needs a KO. Blaydes shoots a power double and ends up on top of Willis with less than a minute to go. He postures up and lands some hammer fists. The fight ends.

Curtis Blaydes defeats Justin Willis via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-26, 30-25)

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