Conor McGregor’s Comeback Trail
Conor McGregor is on the road to recovery after successful knee surgery, using MMA legends like Dominick Cruz and Georges St-Pierre as motivation for his return [2]. The former UFC champion sustained a right knee injury from the first kick of his fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329, a bout that marked his first in five years [2]. Ian Machado Garry has expressed his desire for McGregor to make a strong return and “go out with a bang” [5].
Alexia Thainara’s Undefeated Run
Alexia Thainara, known as “Burguesinha,” is looking to solidify her position in the UFC with an undefeated record [7]. The 28-year-old fighter, who has secured three consecutive victories in the organization, is set to face a veteran and former title challenger this Saturday at UFC Vegas 120 [7]. This bout is considered the biggest challenge of her career [7].
Robert Whittaker Considers Light Heavyweight Move
Robert Whittaker is exploring potential opponents for a move to the light heavyweight division [3]. “The Reaper” is back and considering his options for a new weight class [3].
Magomed Ankalaev’s Next Opponent
Magomed Ankalaev’s manager is pushing for a fight against Paulo Costa [4]. This comes after Ankalaev’s recent fifth-round TKO victory over Bogdan Guskov at UFC Abu Dhabi in July [18]. His manager, Ali Abdelaziz, believes a fight with Costa would be a good next step for the light heavyweight contender [18].
Jessie Rosas’s UFC Debut Delayed
Jessie Rosas, brother of UFC star Raúl Rosas Jr., had his UFC debut delayed due to a cut on his forehead [12]. Rosas was disqualified by the organization’s doctors just hours before he was scheduled to weigh in for his fight at UFC Vegas 120 against Miles Johns [12]. He was forced to withdraw from the card at late notice [16].
Usman Nurmagomedov’s Title Shot Prospects
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coach, Javier Mendez, believes it would be “suicide” for the UFC to grant Usman Nurmagomedov an immediate title shot [6]. Many speculate that the PFL lightweight champion is UFC-bound [6].
Sources
- Conor McGregor shouts out Dominick Cruz and Georges St-Pierre as comeback motivation following ACL surgery (MMA Mania)
- Robert Whittaker lays out possible opponents for light heavyweight run (BJPenn.com)
- Magomed Ankalaev’s manager wants to see him fight Paulo Costa (BJPenn.com)
- Ian Machado Garry wants Conor McGregor to return and go out ‘with a bang’ (BJPenn.com)
- Khabib’s coach sees it as ‘suicide’ for the UFC to give Usman Nurmagomedov an immediate title shot (Bloody Elbow)
- Undefeated, Alexia Burguesinha seeks consolidation in UFC against former title challenger (Ag. Fight (BR))
- Star’s brother forced out, fighter takes UFC match on hours’ notice (Frontkick Online)
- UFC Vegas 120 Fighter Explains Late Withdrawal (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- Magomed Ankalaev Pitched to Fight Former UFC Title Challenger (Yahoo Sports MMA)
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