Cannonier Demands Million-Dollar Contracts
Jared Cannonier is making waves by publicly calling for a seven-figure UFC contract, arguing he deserves to be paid like other elite athletes [3]. Cannonier believes his years near the top of the sport warrant this kind of compensation [3]. He feels he should be earning the same as high-level athletes in other sports [4].
Usman Returns to Middleweight Against Du Plessis
Kamaru Usman is facing a significant test in his late-career run, headlining UFC Oklahoma City against Dricus du Plessis [2]. This fight marks Usman's return to the middleweight division, having previously won a decision over Joaquin Buckley at welterweight [5]. Du Plessis believes the winner of this main event deserves a shot at the UFC middleweight title against Sean Strickland [11]. Du Plessis also admitted he had forgotten what losing felt like before his first UFC defeat to Khamzat Chimaev [9]. UFC Oklahoma City is the first time the promotion has been in the city in nearly a decade [15].
Jon Jones Corners Gable Steveson's UFC Debut
Jon Jones was back in the headlines at UFC 329, not as a competitor, but as a corner for his protege, Gable Steveson [8]. Steveson had a successful UFC debut [8]. Jones admitted that being part of the atmosphere of a major event made him miss fighting [8]. Jones also praised Conor McGregor for maintaining a positive mindset after a loss at UFC 329 [13]. UFC 329, which featured McGregor vs. Holloway 2, took place on July 11 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas [14].
RIZIN LANDMARK15 Weigh-ins Complete
The ceremonial weigh-ins for RIZIN LANDMARK15 were completed on Friday the 17th in Hiroshima City [7]. The event is scheduled for Saturday the 18th at the Hiroshima Green Arena [7]. One notable moment was "The Firebird" making a "scramble entry," paying homage to Sabatello's weigh-in style [7].
Yuuki Yodza Wins Comeback Fight at ONE FF162
In a kickboxing bantamweight bout at ONE FF162, Japan's Yuuki Yodza defeated Ben Woolis of the UK by a 3-0 decision [1]. Yodza, fighting in a southpaw stance, secured a knockdown with a left hook in the final round to seal the comeback victory [1]. Woolis utilized right low kicks, middle kicks, and right front kicks, while Yodza responded with left low kicks and inside low kicks [1].
Sources
- 【ONE FF162:The Inner Circle22】Yodza scores a knockdown with a left hook in the final round, wins by decision against Woolis in comeback fight (MMAPLANET (JP))
- Kamaru Usman vs. Dricus du Plessis: Former UFC Champions Meet in Crucial Main Event (LowKick MMA)
- Jared Cannonier Slams UFC Fighter Pay: I Would Like to Get Paid Like Other Elite Athletes (LowKick MMA)
- UFC Oklahoma City’s Jared Cannonier speaks out on fighter pay: ‘I should have million dollar contracts’ (Bloody Elbow)
- UFC Oklahoma City: Du Plessis vs. Usman Weigh-In Results (Cageside Press)
- 【RIZIN LANDMARK15】Weigh-ins complete. The Firebird makes a scramble entry, of course, paying homage to Sabatello's weigh-in (MMAPLANET (JP))
- Jones + Dana = Homies 4 Lyfe (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- Dricus Du Plessis admits he ‘forgot’ losing before Khamzat Chimaev defeat (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- Du Plessis, Usman are fighting for more than a win at UFC OKC (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- Jon Jones praises Conor McGregor for staying positive after UFC 329 (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- UFC 329 slow motion highlight (Yahoo Sports MMA)
- UFC Oklahoma City: Start time, streaming info & full fight card (Yahoo Sports MMA)
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