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Bobby Green issues warning to Paul Felder, blasts his UFC commentary: ‘He knows what time it is’

Bobby Green hits out at Paul Felder he knows what time it is UFC commentaryOff the back of his official ‘No Contest’ against Jared Gordon at UFC Vegas 71 last weekend, lightweight veteran, Bobby Green has issued a warning to promotional color-commentator, and former contender, Paul Felder, taking umbrage with his emotional commentary of his former teammate’s knockdown at the hands of Green. Green, a staple of the promotion’s […]

Bobby Green hits out at Paul Felder he knows what time it is UFC commentary

Off the back of his official ‘No Contest’ against Jared Gordon at UFC Vegas 71 last weekend, lightweight veteran, Bobby Green has issued a warning to promotional color-commentator, and former contender, Paul Felder, taking umbrage with his emotional commentary of his former teammate’s knockdown at the hands of Green.

Green, a staple of the promotion’s lightweight division, featured on the main card of UFC Vegas 71 last weekend against New York native, Gordon, fighting to an eventual official ‘No Contest’ after an accidental headbutt saw the latter dropped, before he was finished on the ground with follow-up strikes.

Complaining in emotional fashion regarding the stoppage and ‘No Contest’ ruling amid the accidental clash of heads, Felder was heard on air assuring the broadcast team that he was calm, as former Roufusport teammate, Gordon made his way back to his feet. 

Taking issue with Felder’s incensed response to the stoppage, Bobby Green claimed that himself and the Philadelphia native would speak about things when they meet face to face.

“We’re going to have some words when I see him,” Bobby Green said of Paul Felder during an appearance on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. “I’m gonna wait until we see each other face to ace. When we see each other, he knows what time it is, too. It’s just like, bro, stop with all that emotional bullsh*t.”

Bobby Green hits out at UFC alum, Paul Felder

Replying to Green’s comments, Felder, a former perennial contender at the lightweight limit, claimed he was awaiting their confrontation.

“Look forward to it, king,” Paul Felder tweeted. 

“I understand the criticism,” Paul Felder tweeted. “I got emotional. It was a friend. But it was also a pretty awful clash of heads that almost resulted in a TKO. I respect (Bobby) Green as a fighter. I do apologize for letting my emotions into play, but there is no need for threats. You don’t have to like me.” 

Sergei Pavlovich willing to wait for UFC title fight against Jon Jones, Stipe Miocic next: ‘I’ll eat, I’ll rest’

Sergei Pavlovich willing to wait for UFC title shot with Jon Jones Stipe Miocic I'll eatUFC heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich believes he has done enough to earn a title shot, and is willing to wait for his opportunity. This past weekend at UFC Vegas 71, Pavlovich faced what was predicted as his toughest opponent thus far in his UFC career, but once again the Russian succeeded. If there’s one thing Curtis […]

Sergei Pavlovich willing to wait for UFC title shot with Jon Jones Stipe Miocic I'll eat

UFC heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich believes he has done enough to earn a title shot, and is willing to wait for his opportunity.

This past weekend at UFC Vegas 71, Pavlovich faced what was predicted as his toughest opponent thus far in his UFC career, but once again the Russian succeeded.

If there’s one thing Curtis Blades has achieved in recent years, it is the fact that he has out-wrestled almost every heavyweight presented his way, but yet again Pavlovich was able to make quick work of his opponent.

The 18-1 heavyweight made it a total of 15 career knockouts, finishing off Blades to make it a streak of 6 consecutive first round knockouts.

Following Jon Jones masterful return at UFC 285, the scene was set in stone for an opening title defence against Stipe Miocic, who Jones personally requested.

Although with Pavlovich tearing through the heavyweight division with shades of Francis Ngannou during his come-up, it is undeniable that the 30-year-old has one goal in mind in the shape of a belt.

Not only did Pavlovich make it look easy in the octagon, but he was seen as cool as a cucumber sitting alone playing slots in a Las Vegas casino just hours before his fight.

Sergei Pavlovich willing to wait for his shot at UFC gold

As Sergei Pavlovich quickly grows as a fan favourite, he said he is not in a rush to demand his title shot despite his goal of achieving it.

“I’ll rest, I’ll eat. I’ll sleep. I’ll rest some more. I’ll wait,” Sergei Pavlovich said following UFC Vegas 71.

Former heavyweight champion Miocic has not fought since his devastating knockout defeat to Ngannou, but he has a major task ahead of him against the heavily acclaimed MMA goat, Jones.

In his long awaited return, Jones handed Ciryl Gane the first loss by finish in his MMA career, and Dana White said the next heavyweight battle for gold will likely be held at Madison Square Garden.

Pavlovich may become increasingly confident in his abilities with yet another win in the column, but he does not downplay the achievements nor the capabilities of the two collosols fighting later this year.

“I wouldn’t say that either of them would be an easy fight,” Sergei Pavlovich said. “I mean, they’re both hard warriors, so I would have to prepare for whoever it is, then be ready for whoever they give me.”

Bobby Green irate following No Contest fight with Jared Gordon at UFC Vegas 71: ‘F*ck this, I need my money’

Bobby Green demands fight pursue from UFC No Contest I need my money broUFC lightweight staple, Bobby Green called for the entirety of his fight pursue off the back of last night’s first round official ‘No Contest’ against Jared Gordon last night at UFC Vegas 71, claiming the promotion were trying to “slide” him on his money. Green, a perennial lightweight contender under the banner of the UFC, […]

Bobby Green demands fight pursue from UFC No Contest I need my money bro

UFC lightweight staple, Bobby Green called for the entirety of his fight pursue off the back of last night’s first round official ‘No Contest’ against Jared Gordon last night at UFC Vegas 71, claiming the promotion were trying to “slide” him on his money.

Green, a perennial lightweight contender under the banner of the UFC, featured in a main card clash against New York native, Gordon at last night’s UFC Vegas 71 card – returning to the Octagon for the first time this year.

Clashing heads with Gordon during a late first round exchange, Green capitilized on the accidental headbutt, landing a series of ground strikes of the former, appearing to first land a knockout victory via ground strikes.

However, upon review, the Nevada State Athletic Commission officials Octagon-side confirmed that the bout would be overturned to an official ‘No Contest’ – due to the clash of heads, with Green denied his first round KO win.

Bobby Green demands his fight pursue from the UFC

Speaking with media backstage following his walk to the Octagon – albeit, briefly, Green called for the UFC to pay him his fight pursue, accusing them of “sliding” him on his money.

“We’re going to let some feelings out today,” Bobby Green told assembled media following UFC Vegas 71. “F*ck this, f*ck this, and f*ck this. Like, I get it – we f*cking clashed heads. I was trying to go for an elbow, and he (Jared Gordon) kind of dipped his head and we kind of clashed, but he was still f*cking moving. He was trying to put me into a f*cking triangle. I fought the triangle sh*t off, and he was still moving fine, and then after – when I busted his ass – he was f*cked up.”

“They (the UFC) want to try to slide me on my money,” Bobby Green explained. “That’s what I’m mad about. I need my money, bro. I need my money.” 

Sergei Pavlovich backed to beat Jon Jones following UFC Vegas 71 win: ‘This guy is for real’

Sergei Pavlovich backed to beat Jon Jones in UFC title fight this guy is for realOff the back of another knockout win last night in his first headlining bout under the banner of the UFC, surging Russian striker, Sergei Pavlovich has been backed to defeat undisputed heavyweight champion, Jon Jones ahead of a potential future fight. Pavlovich, the current #3 ranked heavyweight contender, managed to solidify his status within the […]

Sergei Pavlovich backed to beat Jon Jones in UFC title fight this guy is for real

Off the back of another knockout win last night in his first headlining bout under the banner of the UFC, surging Russian striker, Sergei Pavlovich has been backed to defeat undisputed heavyweight champion, Jon Jones ahead of a potential future fight.

Pavlovich, the current #3 ranked heavyweight contender, managed to solidify his status within the division’s top-3 last night in the main event of UFC Vegas 71, recording a one-sided first round TKO win over perennial contender, Curtis Blaydes.

The victory extended Sergei Pavlovich’s winning streak to six straight fights, with his sole defeat coming in the form of a first round TKO loss of his own against veteran striker, Alistair Overeem at UFC Fight Night Beijing back in November 2018 in his promotional debut.

Launching himself to the #3 rank in the heavyweight division, in the last year, Pavlovich has landed notable knockout wins over former title challenger, Derrick Lewis, and Australian knockout artist, Tai Tuivasa.

Sergei Pavlovich touted as stern test for UFC champion, Jon Jones

Heralded and showered with praise off the back of his knockout win over Blaydes, Pavlovich was backed to defeat current undisputed heavyweight champion, Jones by veteran welterweight contender, Matt Brown.

“I’m calling it,” Matt Brown tweeted. “Sergei (Pavlovich) beats Jon Jones.” 

Furthermore, Brazilian contender, Gilbert Burns – who is slated to co-headline UFC 288 in May in a title-eliminator against Belal Muhammad, sang Pavlovich’s praises.

“Wow this guys (sic) (Sergei Pavlovich) is for real for real wow,” Gilbert Burns tweeted. 

As for Endicott native, Jones, the former two-time undisputed light heavyweight champion, is expected to make his Octagon return at an annual New York event for the UFC later this year at Madison Square Garden – in a first title defense against former two-time division titleholder, Stipe Miocic. 

Jones minted himself as the division champion with a dominant, first round guillotine choke submission win over former interim titleholder, Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 back in March. 

Sergei Pavlovich stops Curtis Blaydes with first round TKO, calls for title shot – UFC Vegas 71 Highlights

Curtis BlaydesCurtis Blaydes went toe-to-toe with Russian knockout artist Sergei Pavlovich in a battle of top-five heavyweights at UFC Vegas 71 on Saturday night. The two heavyweight behemoths came out swinging heavy leather from the get-go, but it was Pavlovich that had the clear speed advantage. Putting pressure on early, the Russian landed a big overhand […]

Curtis Blaydes

Curtis Blaydes went toe-to-toe with Russian knockout artist Sergei Pavlovich in a battle of top-five heavyweights at UFC Vegas 71 on Saturday night.

The two heavyweight behemoths came out swinging heavy leather from the get-go, but it was Pavlovich that had the clear speed advantage. Putting pressure on early, the Russian landed a big overhand right near the two-minute mark that dropped Blaydes. ‘Razor’ immediately bounced back up and got on his bicycle as Pavlovich continued his pursuit.

Sergei Pavlovich continued pumping out his jab and had Blaydes rocked after landing an especially stiff one. Smelling blood in the water, Pavlovich swarmed, landing a flurry of strikes against the fence. A right uppercut snuck threw and sent ‘Razor’ crashing to the canvas. Jumping on top of his man, Pavlovich unleashed a series of strikes on the ground forcing referee Marc Goddard to step in and call for the stoppage in the opening round.

Official Result: Sergei Pavlovich def. Curtis Blaydes via TKO (strikes) at 3:08 of Round 1

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Bobby Green sees Jared Gordon fight end after brutal headbutt results in no contest – UFC Vegas 71 Highlights

Bobby GreenBobby Green and Jared Gordon fought to a no contest at UFC Vegas 71 after an accidental clash of heads led to what initially looked like a first-round knockout. Bobby Green came out with his signature style, keeping his lands low and pushing the pace early, but Gordon had some success counter-striking. Things appeared to […]

Bobby Green

Bobby Green and Jared Gordon fought to a no contest at UFC Vegas 71 after an accidental clash of heads led to what initially looked like a first-round knockout.

Bobby Green came out with his signature style, keeping his lands low and pushing the pace early, but Gordon had some success counter-striking. Things appeared to be trending toward an early finish for the fight as both men were swinging heavy and landing clean. With 30 seconds left in the opening round, Green lunged in looking to throw a left, but instead, he accidentally rammed his head into Gordon’s. Immediately feeling the effects, ‘Flash’ crashed to the canvas allowing Green to unleash some brutal ground and pound that rendered Gordon unconscious.

Following the contest, referee Keith Peterson along with the instant replay officials reviewed the footage and determined that the fight-ending sequence was a direct result of the clash of heads. As a result, the bout was officially ruled a no-contest with just 25 seconds to go in the opening round.

Official Result: Bobby Green vs. Jared Gordon was ruled a no-contest after an accidental headbutt at 4:35 of Round 1

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