What mattered most at UFC 288 in Newark, N.J.? Here are a few post-fight musings … 5. A massive win for China May 6, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Yan Xiaonan (blue gloves) react to defeating Jessica Andrade (red gloves) during UFC 288 at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports Who would’ve just
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Yan Xiaonan defeats Jessica Andrade, calls for UFC title fight Yan Xiaonan at UFC 288 on Saturday night looked as sharp as we’ve seen her in the Octagon. She may have been outmuscled by Jessica Andrade, but she wouldn’t be out struck. Yan’s striking was fluid and sharp, leading her to a quick finish. Her
Canelo Alvarez fought in his home country of Mexico for the first time since 2011 on Saturday night, routing a game but ultimately noncompetitive John Ryder across twelve rounds to retain his four super-middleweight titles. Judges awarded Canelo the win with 120–107, 118–109, and 118–109 scores (watch the highlights here). “It’s a historic moment for
NEWARK, N.J. – The UFC could be on the verge of its first China vs. China title fight, something Yan Xiaonan hopes comes to fruition. At UFC 288, Xiaonan (17-3 MMA, 8-2 UFC) defeated Jessica Andrade (24-11 MMA, 15-9 UFC) with a quick TKO. The stoppage came at 2:20 of Round 1, brevity Xiaonan hopes
NEWARK, N.J. – Movsar Evloev had his work cut out for him Saturday in New Jersey. Evloev (17-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC), the biggest favorite on the card at UFC 288 in Newark, needed 15 minutes to outpoint featherweight promotional newcomer Diego Lopes (21-6 MMA, 0-1 UFC), who stepped in for Bryce Mitchell on just a
Belal Muhammad eyes title following risky UFC 288 victory Belal Muhammad is locked on a welterweight title shot following his short-notice victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288. Muhammad was already ranked higher than Burns in the division before the bout, so it was a big risk for him to take a short-notice fight right
The UFC made its return to New Jersey after nearly four years Saturday with UFC 288, which took place at Prudential Center in Newark and featured a 12-fight lineup with six stoppage results. One of the fights that went the distance happened in the main event when Aljamain Sterling (23-3 MMA, 15-3 UFC) retained the
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UFC’s Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera talks to MMA Junkie’s Mike Bohn at RVCA Training Center ahead of his UFC on ESPN 41 main event vs. Cory Sandhagen on March 25 in San Antonio. 1:12 – On Cory Sandhagen date change to San Antonio 3:22 – On taking inspiration from Kobe Bryant 7:35 – On Sandhagen’s comments about fighting style
Tony Ferguson is in the news again, and not for anything good. According to a report from TMZ, the former UFC interim lightweight champion was arrested early Sunday for DUI in Hollywood, Calif., after he allegedly crashed his truck into two cars parked outside a nightclub. Ferguson is facing a misdemeanor DUI charge, as well
Henry Cejudo contemplates retiring again after UFC 288 loss Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo was left contemplating returning to retirement following his UFC 288 loss to Aljamain Sterling. Unsure about what a future in the UFC without a gold belt around his waist might look like, Cejudo told Joe Rogan after the loss that
While it takes intense training, world-class skills and maybe even a bit of luck to register a UFC win, picking the right song to accompany you to the cage is a key talent, as well. See what the fighters from UFC 288 went with as their backing tracks in Newark, N.J. Ikram Aliskerov vs. Phil
The UFC handed out four post-fight bonuses after Saturday’s card, including one to a fighter who saved a bout on five days’ notice. After UFC 288, four fighters picked up an extra $50,000 for their performances in Newark, N.J. Check out the winners below. Fight of the Night: Movsar Evloev vs. Diego Lopes May 6,
Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo Official UFC 288 Scorecard Bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling defended his bantamweight championship in the UFC 288 main event on Saturday, defeating former two-division titleholder Henry Cejudo. Cejudo returned after three years away from completion and fought Sterling to a split deacon at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Two judges
NEWARK, N.J. – Dana White says he doesn’t typically make fights the night of an event, but Saturday was an exception. Following the conclusion of UFC 288 and the faceoff between champion Aljamain Sterling and next title challenger Sean O’Malley, White gave a few more details about the promotion’s plan. “Yeah, probably August,” White said,
Canelo Alvarez didn’t give his fans what they wanted, but he still took a step forward. The undisputed 168-pound champion put challenger John Ryder down but he couldn’t take out the bloody, but resilient Englishman, instead settling for a unanimous decision victory in his homecoming fight Saturday near Guadalajara, Mexico. The official scores were 120-107,
Henry Cejudo flies cross-country. Gilbert Burns trains with Kamaru Usman. Belal Muhammad stays competitive. Champ Aljamain Sterling makes a bridge and tunnel trip to New Jersey. The headliners size each other up. UFC 288 is on Saturday, May 6. Subscribe to get all the latest UFC content: https://ufc.ac/3u8FIJp Experience UFC live with UFC FIGHT PASS,
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