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Brendan Allen says a planned bout with former middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis fell through due to injuries and shifting schedules, so he instead headlines UFC Vegas 118 in a co-main against Edmen Shahbazyan. He says he asked for Usman and other opponents, felt ‘finessed’ by the process, and chose to fight now to make money and showcase his skills, aiming to pressure Shahbazyan and win wherever the fight goes.
Ahead of UFC 328 in Newark, Brendan Allen — who trains with Khamzat Chimaev — and Sean Strickland exchange heated words as Strickland challenges Chimaev for the middleweight title and Allen argues Strickland won’t back up his boasts; the pair previously met in 2020 with Strickland getting the better of Allen, while Chimaev’s camp remains unfazed by the trash talk as fight week unfolds.
Reinier de Ridder expressed his disappointment after losing to Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver, ending his undefeated UFC streak. Despite a strong start, he tired in the later rounds, leading to his defeat. De Ridder acknowledged the emotional and physical toll of his busy schedule and plans to take a break before returning to fight in 2026, aiming for another title run.
Brendan Allen overcame short notice and a tough opponent, Reinier de Ridder, at UFC Vancouver by staying composed and strategic, ultimately dominating the fight despite a slow start and limited preparation time, which positions him well for future title shots.
Reinier de Ridder's four-fight UFC winning streak ended when Brendan Allen secured a TKO victory at UFC Fight Night in Vancouver, with Allen dominating using wrestling and strikes, and calling for a title shot against Khamzat Chimaev. The event also featured a close welterweight fight, a bantamweight decision win, and a women’s flyweight TKO.
Brendan Allen achieved a career-best victory at UFC Vancouver with a TKO over Reinier de Ridder, while referee Dan Miragliotta's controversial decisions in multiple fights, especially the Malott vs. Holland bout, sparked discussion about officiating in MMA. The post-fight analysis covers fight highlights, officiating issues, and potential future matchups.
Brendan Allen achieved the biggest win of his MMA career by defeating Reinier de Ridder via TKO in the fourth round at UFC Fight Night in Vancouver, despite short notice. Allen dominated on the ground and struck effectively, ending de Ridder's four-fight UFC winning streak. Post-fight, Allen called out top middleweight fighters, signaling his ambitions in the division.
Brendan Allen achieved a significant upset victory over Reinier de Ridder at UFC Vancouver, winning by TKO after de Ridder retired in the fourth round, in a fight that was a last-minute replacement main event, with Allen dedicating his win to the late Duke Roufus.
The article provides predictions for UFC Vancouver, highlighting key fights including Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen, Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott, and others, with a focus on Canadian fighters and potential implications for titles and rankings.
Brendan Allen refused to train with Reinier de Ridder due to lack of respect and courtesy from the team, not personal animosity, and expressed his desire for a straightforward, honest approach in his relationships and fights. He also discussed his reasons for changing gyms and his readiness for their upcoming fight, criticizing de Ridder's skills.
The highly anticipated UFC Vancouver main event was canceled when Anthony Hernandez withdrew, leading to Brendan Allen stepping in on short notice to fight Reinier de Ridder, which has disappointed fans who viewed it as a downgrade, with some former contenders like Paulo Costa expressing interest in replacing Hernandez.
Reinier de Ridder will now face Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver on October 18 after Anthony Hernandez withdrew from their scheduled bout, which was part of a middleweight title eliminator. The change raises questions about the title shot implications, with de Ridder aiming to continue his winning streak in the UFC.
UFC middleweight Chris Curtis suffered a Grade 3 tear of his hamstring during a closely contested fight against Brendan Allen, which he lost via split decision. The injury may require surgery, potentially keeping him out of competition for up to six months. Despite the loss, Curtis remains the UFC's No. 14-ranked middleweight, while Allen is ranked No. 6.
Chris Curtis used Diddy's "Bad Boy For Life" as his walkout song at UFC Vegas 90 after his original choice was not approved, leading to controversy due to Diddy's current legal issues. Curtis explained on Twitter that he thought the song wouldn't be approved, but it was, and he found it hilarious. Despite his valiant effort in the fight, Curtis lost to Brendan Allen and expressed disappointment at missing opportunities during the bout.
Chris Curtis fears he tore his hamstring during his split decision loss to Brendan Allen at UFC Fight Night 240, and hopes to have a trilogy fight with Allen in the future. If confirmed, the injury could lead to a lengthy absence from competition, potentially altering Curtis' career at the age of 36. The competitive bout with Allen was deemed the Fight of the Year so far in 2024 by multiple fighters.