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sports15 days ago•15 min saved

Strickland Stuns Chimaev, Reclaims Middleweight Gold at UFC 328

Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev by split decision to reclaim the UFC middleweight title in a main event that left questions about Chimaev’s weight cut and in-fight plan; Joshua Van defended the flyweight title against Tatsuro Taira in a standout performance that keeps Alexandre Pantoja’s name in the title mix; Yaroslav Amosov delivered a highlight-reel finish against Joel Alvarez, Jim Miller earned a landmark victory and a new five‑fight deal at 42, and Sean Brady also won, all adding layers to the event’s evolving storylines, including chatter about Chimaev potentially moving up to light heavyweight and who the true 125‑pound king is.

via MMA Fighting|

#flyweight #khamzat-chimaev #mma-fighting

sports22 days ago•11 min saved

UFC 328: Feud-Fueled Drama, Flyweight Stakes, and a Card Packed with Hard-Hitting Showdowns

MMA Fighting’s roundtable weighs whether the Chimaev–Strickland feud could be UFC’s nastiest, including serious real-life threat talk and the UFC’s security measures, while also examining flyweight title implications from the Van vs. Taira co-main and highlighting intriguing undercard battles like Amosov vs. Alvarez, Dawson vs. Rebecki, and Green vs. Stephens, making UFC 328 a drama-rich night with meaningful rankings implications.

via MMA Fighting|

#chimaev-strickland #dawson-rebecki #flyweight

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Barber vows comeback after Grasso’s KO at UFC Seattle

Maycee Barber was knocked out by Alexa Grasso at UFC Seattle, with Grasso following up a strong left hand by securing a rear-naked choke as the referee stopped the bout; Barber later posted that she doesn’t remember much but is OK and WILL return, ending her seven-fight win streak and highlighting her ongoing comeback from prior medical issues.

via MMA Fighting|

#alexa-grasso #flyweight #knockout

mma2 months ago•2 min saved

Mokaev vows flyweight comeback after two-day notice loss to Tsarukyan

Muhammad Mokaev took a UFC lightweight bout on two days’ notice against Arman Tsarukyan in Brazil, facing a massive size difference (about 31 pounds/14 kg). He was choked unconscious via a rear-naked choke after eight minutes, refused to tap, and left the cage emotional. Post-fight, Mokaev said he’s returning to flyweight and won’t take such mismatches again, while Tsarukyan acknowledged the size gap and floated potential rematches with Oliveira and Danis. The bout highlighted the risks of drastic weight disparities in MMA.

via Bloody Elbow|

#flyweight #mma #mokaev

sports3 months ago•1 min saved

Aaron Tau Misses Weight, Road to UFC Final Canceled

Aaron Tau failed to make the 126-pound flyweight limit at Friday weigh-ins for the Road to UFC Season 4 final against Namsrai Batbayar, initially weighing 122.5 lbs in a privacy box before registering 129 lbs on a standard scale, leading to the bout’s cancellation; Tau apologized on Instagram for not making weight.

via MMA Fighting|

#aaron-tau #flyweight #sports

sports6 months ago•5 min saved

Muhammad Mokaev Reacts to UFC's Negative Portrayal

Muhammad Mokaev, an undefeated fighter, was upset about his reputation being damaged after the UFC chose not to re-sign him despite his success, but he has moved on to compete in BRAVE CF and remains optimistic about his future, including potential UFC return, while emphasizing his professionalism and support from fans and organizations.

via MMA Fighting|

#brave-cf #flyweight #muhammad-mokaev

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

UFC 317 Highlights: Royval, Van, and Topuria's Title Wins

Brandon Royval lost a highly competitive and record-breaking fight to Joshua Van at UFC 317, which was considered a potential Fight of the Year, showcasing incredible striking performance despite the loss, and reaffirming his status as a top flyweight contender.

via MMA Fighting|

#brandon-royval #fight-of-the-year #flyweight

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Alexandre Pantoja Secures UFC 317 Victory, Continues Flyweight Rise

Alexandre Pantoja successfully defended his UFC flyweight title with a third-round submission of Kai Kara-France at UFC 317, tying records for wins, finishes, and submissions in the division's history, and is now eyeing a higher pound-for-pound ranking and a potential fight against Joshua Van, who recently earned a title shot after a record-breaking fight.

via Yahoo Sports|

#championship #flyweight #kai-kara-france

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

UFC Flyweight Highlights: Pantoja, Kara-France, and Kape's Perspectives

Dana White criticized the lackluster performance of Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Kara-France in their first fight on 'The Ultimate Fighter,' noting that neither fighter did much of significance, with Pantoja fighting strategically to avoid injuries and both fighters failing to showcase much action.

via Bloody Elbow|

#alexander-pantoja #dana-white #flyweight

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

UFC Fight Night: Blanchfield vs Barber Set Despite Weigh-In Controversies

UFC flyweight contender Maycee Barber missed weight by half a pound before her main event fight against Erin Blanchfield, but the bout will still proceed, with Barber forfeiting part of her purse. This is her first weight miss in her UFC career, and the fight is significant as both fighters are ranked in the top five of the division.

via ESPN|

#barber #blanchfield #flyweight

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Erin Blanchfield's Response to UFC Atlantic City Loss and More: The Real Winners and Losers"

Erin Blanchfield suffered a one-sided decision loss to Manon Fiorot at UFC Atlantic City, but remains optimistic about her future in the UFC, expressing determination to come back stronger after the setback. Despite the defeat, Blanchfield's previous successes in the octagon indicate her potential for future accomplishments in the flyweight division.

via MMA Fighting|

#erin-blanchfield #flyweight #manon-fiorot

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Manon Fiorot Dominates UFC Atlantic City, Remains Undefeated"

Manon Fiorot improves to 7-0 in the UFC with a dominant performance over Erin Blanchfield, solidifying her status as the next No. 1 contender for the flyweight title. Fiorot's striking and physicality proved too much for Blanchfield, as she landed cleaner strikes and thwarted takedown attempts enroute to a unanimous 50-45 judges' decision. With a likely title shot on the horizon, Fiorot is ready to face the winner of the championship trilogy match between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko.

via ESPN|

#erin-blanchfield #flyweight #manon-fiorot

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"UFC Atlantic City: Manon Fiorot vs. Erin Blanchfield - A Clash of Titans"

Ahead of UFC on ESPN 54, flyweights Erin Blanchfield and Manon Fiorot faced off at the ceremonial weigh-in, showcasing a noticeable height disparity. Blanchfield aims to maintain her perfect UFC record in her second promotional main event, while Fiorot, coming off a significant victory over Rose Namajunas, looks to continue her ascent in the division.

via MMA Junkie|

#erin-blanchfield #espn-54 #flyweight

sports-mma2 years ago•3 min saved

"Namajunas vs. Barber: UFC Vegas 89 Fight Night Results and Expert Picks"

Rose Namajunas, fresh off her win at UFC Vegas 89, is open to fighting rising star Maycee Barber, who she describes as a "savage" and a "bully" in the octagon. With her sights set on a title shot at 125 pounds, Namajunas is willing to face any top-5 contender, including Erin Blanchfield and Manon Fiorot. Despite a loss in her flyweight debut, Namajunas is eager to work her way up the rankings and earn a championship fight, while acknowledging the need to adjust to competing in a heavier weight class.

via MMA Fighting|

#championship #flyweight #maycee-barber

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rose Namajunas' Upset Victory Sparks Social Media Frenzy at UFC on ESPN 53"

Rose Namajunas secured a unanimous decision victory over Amanda Ribas at UFC on ESPN 53, marking her first win since moving up to women’s flyweight and avoiding the longest losing streak of her career. Social media reactions varied, with some noting Namajunas' effective striking and others questioning her performance at the new weight class.

via MMA Junkie|

#amanda-ribas #flyweight #mma