Tag: Wilson Reis

Demetrious Johnson Will Attempt To Make History In Kansas City

During tonight’s (Sat. March 4, 2017) UFC 209 FS1 prelims it was announced by UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson that he will be attempting to make history against No. 4-ranked Wilson Reis in the main event of UFC on FOX 24 from Kansas City, Missouri on April 15th. Johnson, who won the inaugural UFC 125-pound

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During tonight’s (Sat. March 4, 2017) UFC 209 FS1 prelims it was announced by UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson that he will be attempting to make history against No. 4-ranked Wilson Reis in the main event of UFC on FOX 24 from Kansas City, Missouri on April 15th.

Johnson, who won the inaugural UFC 125-pound title back in 2012, has successfully defended his strap nine times in the midst of an 11 fight win streak. ‘Mighty Mouse’ hasn’t lost a mixed martial arts (MMA) bout since his unanimous decision loss to now-former bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz in 2011.

He will attempt to make history by tying former middleweight champion Anderson Silva’s 10 consecutive title defense record against Reis, who he has already been scheduled to fight before. The pair were initially set to meet at UFC 201 back in July, however, Johnson was forced out of the contest due to an injury.

Reis has been on an impressive three-fight win streak as of late and is extremely confident in his ability to be the one to hand Johnson his first loss at 125 pounds. The Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt is 22-6 in his MMA career with wins over the likes of Ulka Sasaki, Dustin Ortiz, and Scott Jorgensen.

UFC on FOX 24 takes place live from the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri on April 15, 2017. It was also announced that the card will be co-headlined by a massive middleweight contest between No. 3-ranked Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza and No. 6-ranked Robert Whittaker.

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Wilson Reis: ‘I Feel I Deserve Next UFC Flyweight Title Shot’

For Wilson Reis, the time to fight for gold is now. Last night (Feb. 11), Reis took on Yuta “Ulka” Sasaki inside the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY for UFC 208. For the most part, the Alliance MMA fighter was dominant. His ability to use his strikes to setup takedowns had the rangy Sasaki on […]

For Wilson Reis, the time to fight for gold is now. Last night (Feb. 11), Reis took on Yuta “Ulka” Sasaki inside the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY for UFC 208. For the most part, the Alliance MMA fighter was dominant. His ability to use his strikes to setup takedowns had the rangy Sasaki on […]

UFC Fight Night 208: Predictions Part 3

  Wilson Reis Vs. Ulka Sasaki Upon cursory look, it may seem like the universe has cut some Wilson Reis some slack considering that his original opponent was none other than the formidable Demetrious Johnson, but Johnson picked up an injury and that fight had to go down the drain for the time being. However, […]

 

Wilson Reis Vs. Ulka Sasaki

Upon cursory look, it may seem like the universe has cut some Wilson Reis some slack considering that his original opponent was none other than the formidable Demetrious Johnson, but Johnson picked up an injury and that fight had to go down the drain for the time being. However, this does not mean that Reis will not get any action. He is now rescheduled to fight Ulka Sasaki who is a Japanese mixed martial artist. Sasaki may not be on the same level as Demetrious Johnson but the 125 lb fighter who went pro back in 2010 is also capable of actually taking down Reis. Taking a look at Sasaki’s mixed martial record across all stages, he has a total of 24 fights under his belt of which he has managed to clinch 19 wins. He even has 2 knockouts to his name and you can rest assured that he is going to Reis a run for his money.

Phillipe Nover Vs. Rick Glenn

Rick Glenn is an ex WSOF featherweight champion and he came out the worst when he faced off against Evan Dunham, but Glenn now gets a chance to prove his mettle in his preferred 145 lbs weight division where he will take on Phillipe Nover, who in comparison to Dunham, is docile and might just be the perfect prey for Glenn to take advantage of and gain back his confidence.

Joseph Benavidez: ‘I’ll Even Fight Wilson Reis to Get Third Title Shot’

Joseph Benavidez finds himself in a tight spot. The No. 1 ranked flyweight has held his position at 125 pounds for a while. The problem is, he’s already lost to champion Demetrious Johnson twice. The first loss was by split decision, though many would argue the fight wasn’t as close as the result indicated. In […]

Joseph Benavidez finds himself in a tight spot. The No. 1 ranked flyweight has held his position at 125 pounds for a while. The problem is, he’s already lost to champion Demetrious Johnson twice. The first loss was by split decision, though many would argue the fight wasn’t as close as the result indicated. In […]

Team Alpha Male’s Hector Sandoval Takes On Wilson Reis At UFC 201

Hector Sandoval, a top prospect out of the Team Alpha Male camp, has been signed by the UFC to meet Wilson Reis at UFC 201.

Sandoval (12-2) is on a four-fight win streak and will be taking the place of Sean Santella, who was tabbed as a replacement …

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Hector Sandoval, a top prospect out of the Team Alpha Male camp, has been signed by the UFC to meet Wilson Reis at UFC 201.

Sandoval (12-2) is on a four-fight win streak and will be taking the place of Sean Santella, who was tabbed as a replacement for UFC champion Demetrious Johnson against Reis. Santella was removed after his medicals could not be updated before the event.

UFC 201 takes place July 30 from the Philips Arena in Atlanta and features a welterweight title fight between champion Robbie Lawler and Tyron Woodley.

Sean Santella Forced Out Of UFC 201 Matchup With Wilson Reis

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Sean Santella will not be making his Octagon debut this month at UFC 201 vs. Wilson Reis.

The flyweight posted on social media Saturday that officials have taken him off the …

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Sean Santella will not be making his Octagon debut this month at UFC 201 vs. Wilson Reis.

The flyweight posted on social media Saturday that officials have taken him off the card because there is not enough time before July 30 to get his medical information cleared.

“Well talk about the biggest blue ball of all time but I’m sad to announce that my UFC debut has been cancelled,” Santella posted. “They said I need more medicals done and need to see their Drs. Unfortunately there’s just not enough time before UFC 201.

“I had everything ready to go and flights booked.”

Santella was tabbed as a replacement for UFC champion Demetrious Johnson to keep Reis on the card. No word yet if another flyweight will be brought in or signed to meet Reis.