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Silva Rejects Shevchenko's 'Keep It Warm' Remark, Vows Frequent Title Defenses
sports3 days ago

Silva Rejects Shevchenko's 'Keep It Warm' Remark, Vows Frequent Title Defenses

Natalia Silva has responded to Valentina Shevchenko’s post-fight comments by asserting that the flyweight belt is no longer the former champion’s property. After winning the vacant title at UFC 332, Silva emphasized her intention to fight frequently rather than wait for Shevchenko’s return, citing her youth and injury-free record as reasons to capitalize on her momentum. While Shevchenko claimed the belt was still hers, Silva rejected this narrative, stating she earned the title through recent victories over top contenders. The Brazilian champion indicated she is open to facing Shevchenko eventually but prioritizes defending against other high-ranked fighters like Alexa Grasso or Erin Blanchfield in the first half of 2027. Silva also expressed a desire to hold a title defense in Brazil, a venue where she has never previously competed in the UFC.

via MMA Fighting|
#natalia-silva#sports#title-defense
Nunes fires back at Strickland's sexist critique of women's MMA
sports7 months ago

Nunes fires back at Strickland's sexist critique of women's MMA

Amanda Nunes publicly clapped back at Sean Strickland’s sexist comments about women’s MMA, sharing his remarks and stressing that women fighters are fighters too while adding 'Don’t cry, man' in Portuguese; Nunes, a former two-division champion planning a later-2024 return to challenge Kayla Harrison, sparked support and sharp rebuttals from fellow fighters as Strickland faced backlash for his comments.

via MMA Fighting|
#amanda-nunes#sean-strickland#sexism
UFC Macau: Stunning Knockouts and Hospitalizations Steal the Show
sports1 year ago

UFC Macau: Stunning Knockouts and Hospitalizations Steal the Show

In a thrilling UFC Macau fight card, Shi Ming delivered a stunning leg kick knockout against Feng Xiaocan, earning her a UFC contract despite being at a disadvantage. Later, Gabriella Fernandes, a major underdog, shocked the MMA world by submitting Wang Cong with a rear-naked choke, marking one of the biggest upsets in UFC history. These unexpected victories highlight the unpredictable nature of MMA, especially in the women's division.

via Outkick|
#knockouts#mma-highlights#sports
"Kayla Harrison's UFC Debut vs. Holm: PFL CEO 'Disappointed' as Cyborg Fight Awaits"
sports-mma2 years ago

"Kayla Harrison's UFC Debut vs. Holm: PFL CEO 'Disappointed' as Cyborg Fight Awaits"

PFL CEO Peter Murray expressed disappointment that Kayla Harrison chose to leave the organization for the UFC, especially as it means missing out on a potential marquee fight with Cris Cyborg. Despite this, PFL will continue to support women in the sport and introduce a women's flyweight division while focusing on potential matchups between 2023 champion Larissa Pacheco and Cyborg.

via MMA Fighting|
#cris-cyborg#kayla-harrison#pfl
"Zhang Weili vs. Yan Xiaonan Set for All-China Strawweight Title Showdown at UFC 300"
sports2 years ago

"Zhang Weili vs. Yan Xiaonan Set for All-China Strawweight Title Showdown at UFC 300"

Zhang Weili will defend her UFC women's strawweight title against Yan Xiaonan at UFC 300, marking the first time two Chinese athletes will fight each other in a title bout. The event, set for April 13 in Las Vegas, already has four current or former UFC champions booked for other matchups. Weili, ranked as the top pound-for-pound women's MMA fighter, has won three in a row, while Yan, ranked No. 7, is coming off a first-round knockout of former champion Jessica Andrade.

via ESPN|
#sports#ufc#ufc-300
Miesha Tate's Weight Class Struggles: From 125 to 135 Pounds
sports2 years ago

Miesha Tate's Weight Class Struggles: From 125 to 135 Pounds

Miesha Tate admits that her move to the women's Flyweight division was a mistake, as the weight cut affected her performance. Now back at her natural weight of 135 pounds, Tate feels reinvigorated and ready to dominate. Despite doubters, she believes she is still one of the best in the world and has ambitions of winning the women's Bantamweight title. However, she acknowledges that retirement may be on the horizon and that each fight could potentially be her last.

via MMA Mania|
#bantamweight#miesha-tate#retirement
"Kayla Harrison's Dominant Win Over Aspen Ladd Sets Stage for Cris Cyborg Showdown"
sports2 years ago

"Kayla Harrison's Dominant Win Over Aspen Ladd Sets Stage for Cris Cyborg Showdown"

Kayla Harrison, two-time PFL champion, called for a potential superfight against Bellator MMA champion Cris Cyborg after her dominant win over Aspen Ladd. The PFL recently acquired Bellator, making a matchup between Harrison and Cyborg more feasible. The PFL intends to continue operating Bellator as a separate league but plans to have a champion vs. champion event in early 2024. In other PFL news, Larissa Pacheco became the first two-weight champion, Olivier Aubin-Mercier defended his lightweight title, Renan Ferreira scored a stunning upset at heavyweight, Magomed Magomedkerimov won the welterweight championship, and Impa Kasanganay delivered a dominant performance at light heavyweight.

via ESPN|
#bellator-mma#cris-cyborg#kayla-harrison