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MMA Junkie’s ‘Knockout of the Month’ for September: ‘Big Tuna’ arrives with big upset

BAD MMA News — Sun, 03 Oct 2021 23:55:13 +0000

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best knockouts from September 2021: Here are the five nominees, listed in chronological order, and winner of MMA Junkie’s “Knockout of the Month” award for September. At the bottom of the post, let us know if we got it right by voting for your choice.

MMA Junkie’s ‘Knockout of the Month’ for September: ‘Big Tuna’ arrives with big upset – MMA Junkie

USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, Sept. 21: Anthony Smith, Phil Davis hold off contenders

BAD MMA News — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 18:06:13 +0000

While the light heavyweight division appeared primed for a shake-up on a busy weekend, a couple of perennial contenders held serve. At UFC Fight Night 192 , it was Anthony Smith making quick work of upstart contender Ryan Spann, while at Bellator 266 , former champ Phil Davis spoiled the promotional debut of Yoel Romero. With Smith (36-16 MMA, 11-6 UFC) sitting just behind Aleksandar Rakic, the man who most recently defeated “Lionheart,” there’s really no room for the veteran to move up past his current No.

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Spinning Back Clique: Yoel Romero’s Bellator debut reaction, an MMA Sophie’s choice, and more

BAD MMA News — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:18:50 +0000

Check out this week’s “Spinning Back Clique,” MMA Junkie’s weekly show that takes a spin through the biggest topics in mixed martial arts. This week, we cover the aftermath of Bellator 266 and UFC Fight Night 192, the retirements of two UFC legends, an unexpected fight announcement, and finally look ahead to UFC 266 on Saturday. Our “Spinning Back Clique” panel of Mike Bohn, Danny Segura and Brian “Goze” Garcia debates and discusses these topics with host John Morgan: It was a busy weekend in MMA with both the UFC and Bellator holding events, but it seemed a majority of eyes were on Yoel Romero , who ended up losing a decision to Phil Davis in his promotional debut at Bellator 266

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Bellator 266 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media

BAD MMA News — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 02:44:52 +0000

Since the early days when the sport was anything but a mainstream endeavor, the MMA industry has thrived and survived through various websites, forums and, perhaps most importantly, social-media platforms. Fighters interact with fans, each other and many more through the likes of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, which helps outsiders get a deeper look into the minds of the athletes. Following Saturday’s Bellator 266 event in San Jose, Calif., several of the winning and losing fighters, along with their coaches, training partners or family members, took to social media to react to the event or share a message with supporters. Check out some of those reactions

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MMA Junkie Radio #3194: UFC Fight Night 192 and Bellator 266 recaps, guest Marcus Almeida

BAD MMA News — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 23:07:42 +0000

Monday’s edition of MMA Junkie Radio with hosts “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” is here. On Episode 3,194, the fellas discuss unpack the fight at UFC Fight Night 192 and Bellator 266, including Anthony Smith’s big win and Yoel Romero’s spoiled debu t. They also weigh in on Anthony Johnson being forced out of the Bellator light heavyweight grand prix , Demetrious Johnson’s return in a mixed rules fight, the retirements of Joseph Benavidez and Carlos Condit, as well as welcome guest Marcus Almeida , who fights this Friday at ONE Championship: Revolution. Tune in! Stream or download this and all episodes of MMA Junkie Radio over at OmnyStudio

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After decision win at Bellator 266, Alex Polizzi promises ‘full violence’ in next bout

BAD MMA News — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:06:55 +0000

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Alex Polizzi spoke to the MMA Junkie and other media outlets at the Bellator 266 post-fight press conference. Polizzi (9-1 MMA, 3-1 BMMA) handed prospect Grant Neal his first professional defeat, outpointing him in a hard-fought split decision to close out the preliminary card of Bellator 266 at SAP Center in San Jose, Calif. Related DeAnna Bennett's remarkable career highlight at Bellator 266: 'It meant everything to me' Phil Davis reflects on 'weird' Bellator 266 bout with Yoel Romero, enjoyed role as 'bad guy' The former LFA light heavyweight champion discussed the grueling bout against Neal, his love and desire to get sponsored by Arby’s, what’s next for his career, and more. You can watch Polizzi’s full media scrum in the video above

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Saul Rogers committed to stay at lightweight after Bellator 266: ‘I feel brand new’

BAD MMA News — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:58:20 +0000

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Saul Rogers ’s return to 155 pounds paid off. The Bellator fighter had a dominant showing and picked up an impressive win his first fight back at lightweight.

Saul Rogers committed to stay at lightweight after Bellator 266: ‘I feel brand new’ – MMA Junkie

7 biggest takeaways from UFC Fight Night 192, Bellator 266: Yoel Romero’s debut gets fumbled

BAD MMA News — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 23:05:08 +0000

What mattered most at UFC Fight Night 192 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas and Bellator 266 from the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif.? Here are a few post-fight musings …

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Neiman Gracie always wanted to show off his hands and did just that at Bellator 266

BAD MMA News — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 22:05:04 +0000

When Neiman Gracie reviewed film on Mark Lemminger, he knew he was better in the striking department. Because of this, the plan wasn’t to step in the cage at Bellator 266 and get the fight to the mat quickly. No, the decorated Brazil jiu-jitsu black belt felt it was time to show off his hands.

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Neiman Gracie always wanted to show off his hands and did just that at Bellator 266 – MMA Junkie

Bellator 266 post-event facts: Yoel Romero’s losing skid continues

BAD MMA News — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 18:31:10 +0000

The sole event on Bellator’s September schedule went down Saturday with Bellator 266 at SAP Center in San Jose, Calif. A highly anticipated light heavyweight main event topped the card. It wasn’t the thriller some were hoping for, but Phil Davis (23-6 MMA, 10-3 BMMA) put on a dominant display against Yoel Romero (13-6 MMA, 0-1 BMMA) to win a split decision and put his trajectory back on the path to Bellator gold. For more on the numbers behind the headliner, as well as the rest of the card, check below for 25 post-event facts to come out of Bellator 266.

Bellator 266 post-event facts: Yoel Romero’s losing skid continues – MMA Junkie