ABU DHABI – Max Holloway has heard the rumors since he revealed the limits imposed on his training prior to UFC 251. “Blessed” openly admitted to ESPN that he did not participate in any bouts during his preparation for this weekend’s event, and that he did not even work with …
Read More »Kamaru Usman opens as a 3-1 favorite at UFC 251 vs. Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal’s first crack in a UFC title on Saturday will have quite a considerable chance against him. Masvidal (35-13 MMA, 12-6 UFC) has increased less than a week in advance and will challenge welterweight champion Kamaru Usman (16-1 MMA, 11-0 UFC) for the title in the UFC Main Event. …
Read More »Jorge Masvidal or Colby Covington speaking at UFC 251? Not likely
We can start by accepting that yes, stranger things have happened in MMA. The UFC has pulled enough rabbits out of its hat over the years so that if it really wants to accomplish something, there are few things that stand in the way of this happening. Under normal circumstances, …
Read More »Gilbert Burns positive for COVID-19, out of Usman’s title fight
The UFC 251 main event has been deflected by the coronavirus, as Gilbert Burns tested positive for COVID-19 and is out of his fight with welterweight champion Kamaru Usman. Several people close to the situation informed MMA Junkie on Friday night that Burns (18-3 MMA, 12-3 UFC) was withdrawn from …
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