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UFC newcomer Loma Lookboonmee removes her shirt between rounds after repeated grabs

BAD MMA News — Sat, 26 Oct 2019 14:20:27 +0000

What do you do when someone keeps grabbing your shirt during a cagefight? Just get rid of it. At least that’s what Loma Lookboonmee ’s corner did after the first round of her UFC on ESPN+ 20 bout vs

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First Thai-born fighter in UFC history, Loma Lookboonmee faces Alexandra Albu at UFC on ESPN+ 20

BAD MMA News — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 02:53:30 +0000

Loma Lookboonmee will officially put Thailand on the UFC’s map. At UFC on ESPN+ 20, Lookboonmee (3-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC) will become the first Thai fighter to compete in the promotion, when she takes on Alexandra Albu (3-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC). A person with knowledge of the situation confirmed the booking with MMA Junkie after a social media post from Albu. The person asked to remain anonymous as the UFC has yet to make an official announcement. UFC on ESPN+ 20 takes place Oct.

First Thai-born fighter in UFC history, Loma Lookboonmee faces Alexandra Albu at UFC on ESPN+ 20 – MMA Junkie

UFC on ESPN 1 post-event facts: Gracie family finally returns to UFC win column

BAD MMA News — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 02:39:45 +0000

The UFC hosted a rare Sunday night event this weekend with UFC on ESPN 1, which took place at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, and aired on ESPN following early prelims on ESPN+. Francis Ngannou (13-3 MMA, 8-2 UFC) continued to reemerge as a top heavyweight title contender in the main event when he needed just 26 seconds to beat Cain Velasquez (14-3 MMA, 12-3 UFC) and spoil the former champion’s long-awaited, highly anticipated return to the octagon after more than two years. Ngannou’s finish closed out the card, but there were a number of notable outcomes in the 11 fights prior. For more, check below for 50 post-event facts to come out of UFC on ESPN 1. * * * * General The UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance payout for the event totaled $176,000.

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UFC on ESPN 1 results: Emily Whitmire needs just 61 seconds to submit Alexandra Albu

BAD MMA News — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 00:21:32 +0000

Gallery Emily Whitmire def. Alexandra Albu at UFC on ESPN 1: Best photos view 9 images PHOENIX – Emily Whitmire (4-2 MMA, 2-1 UFC) secured the fastest submission in UFC strawweight history, tapping out Alexandra Albu (3-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) in just 61 seconds. The 115-pound bout opened up the early prelims of today’s UFC on ESPN 1 event at Talking Stick Resort Arena. It streamed on ESPN+ ahead of the rest of the card on ESPN

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UFC on ESPN 1 lineup set, features 10 bouts on ESPN

BAD MMA News — Wed, 16 Jan 2019 01:19:19 +0000

ESPN.com has revealed the company’s broadcast plans for next month’s inaugural UFC on ESPN event, and a robust lineup of 10 bouts will be featured on the company’s flagship network. Featuring a heavyweight headliner between the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou (12-3 MMA, 7-2 UFC) and former champ Cain Velasquez (14-2 MMA, 12-2 UFC), UFC on ESPN 1 takes place Feb. 17 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix. According to ESPN.com, the night’s six-bout main card kicks off at 9 p.m. ET and features Paul Felder (15-4 MMA, 7-4 UFC) vs. James Vick (13-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC), Cynthia Calvillo (7-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) vs.

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UFC on ESPN 1 card in Phoenix filling up with new matchups, UFC 233 fight scratches

BAD MMA News — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 23:28:40 +0000

Gallery Mike Perry def. Paul Felder at UFC 226: Best photos view 19 images The UFC’s first event on ESPN is quickly filling up after several new additions to the card, which takes place Feb. 17 from Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. At featherweight, Andre Fili ’s (18-6 MMA, 6-5 UFC) team has confirmed a matchup with Myles Jury (17-3 MMA, 8-3 UFC), which was first reported by FloCombat.com . Both fighters are coming off losses in their most recent bout. In the lightweight division, Scott Holtzman (12-2 MMA, 5-2 UFC), who is on a three-fight winning streak, verified an ESPN.com report that he will fight longtime octagon veteran Nik Lentz (29-9-2 MMA, 13-6-1 UFC) on the card.

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UFC 214 medical suspensions: Donald Cerrone gets potential 6 months for eye issue

BAD MMA News — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 22:38:57 +0000

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid4621179066001?bckey=AQ~~,AAAABvaL8JE~,ufBHq_I6FnxR-PQW_F3sm5QdUbP7D6E9&bctid=5525842463001 Filed under: News , UFC UFC welterweight standout Donald Cerrone is facing a six-month suspension for a possible eye injury following his loss to ex-champ Robbie Lawler at UFC 214. Cerrone, who was outpointed on the event’s pay-per-view main card, needs doctor clearance for a “possible fracture to the left eye,” according to medical suspensions issued by the California State Athletic Commission, which regulated the event at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.

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Fight Tracks: The walkout songs of UFC 214, with Tupac, Johnny Cash and even Phil Collins

BAD MMA News — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 12:26:00 +0000

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 of Saturday’s UFC 214 event in Anaheim, Calif., went with as their backing tracks. * * * * Jon Jones def Daniel Cormier via knockout (strikes) – Round 3, 3:01 Jon Jones : “God Gave Me Style/The Champ Is Here” by 50 Cent/Jadakiss Daniel Cormier : “When We Ride on Our Enemies/Right Above It” by Tupac/Lil’ Wayne Tyron Woodley def

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UFC 214 Athlete Outfitting pay: Event sees 2nd highest payout in program history

BAD MMA News — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 12:25:59 +0000

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid4621179066001?bckey=AQ~~,AAAABvaL8JE~,ufBHq_I6FnxR-PQW_F3sm5QdUbP7D6E9&bctid=5525891367001 Filed under: News , UFC ANAHEIM, Calif. – Fighters from Saturday’s UFC 214 event took home UFC Athlete Outfitting pay, a program that launched after the UFC’s deal with Reebok, totaling $327,500. UFC 214 took place at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., and the main card aired on pay-per-view following prelims on FXX and UFC Fight Pass. Leading the way were one current champion and one former one. Daniel Cormier (19-2 MMA, 8-2 UFC), who dropped the light heavyweight title to Jon Jones (23-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) in the main event, and Tyron Woodley (18-3-1 MMA, 8-2-1 UFC), who defended the welterweight belt against Demian Maia (25-7 MMA, 19-7 UFC), each earned a maximum Athlete Outfitting Policy payout of $40,000. Related Jon Jones praises Daniel Cormier moments after UFC 214 win: 'True champion for the rest of his life' The full UFC 214 UFC Athlete Outfitting payouts included: Jon Jones: $30,000 def

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UFC 214 results: Alexandra Albu brawls her way to win over Kailin Curran

BAD MMA News — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 01:07:51 +0000

July 29, 2017; Anaheim, CA, USA; Alexandra Albu applies a hold against Kailin Curran during UFC 214 at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports July 29, 2017; Anaheim, CA, USA; Kailin Curran pins Alexandra Albu to the mat during UFC 214 at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports July 29, 2017; Anaheim, CA, USA; Kailin Curran lands a hit as Alexandra Albu counter punches during UFC 214 at Honda Center.

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