UFC Qatar on Nov. 22 features Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker in the main event, with Tsarukyan aiming to rebound from a back injury and a previous title bout withdrawal, while Belal Muhammad returns to fight Ian Machado Garry in a co-main event with significant welterweight title implications.
Arman Tsarukyan's next UFC fight is scheduled for November 22 against Dan Hooker in Doha, Qatar, but he has missed out on an immediate title shot after a previous setback. The fight is part of a busy UFC event featuring other contenders, and Tsarukyan has been active in grappling competitions during his layoff.
UFC CEO Dana White announced the main and co-main events for UFC's first event in Qatar, featuring lightweight contenders Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker, along with welterweights Belal Muhammad and Ian Machado Garry, scheduled for November 23 at Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena.
Dan Hooker criticized UFC policies in an interview, addressing issues like ticket denial, fighter pay, and matchmaking practices, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker had a sparring session with popular YouTuber IShowSpeed in New Zealand, where Hooker dominated despite Speed's requests for modified rules, including no kicks or submissions and using larger boxing gloves. The session, streamed live on Speed's channel, saw Hooker easily overpower Speed, even in a 2-on-1 scenario. Hooker later praised Speed's courage, while Speed continues his trend of challenging athletes in their own sports.
Popular streamer IShowSpeed challenged UFC lightweight veteran Dan Hooker to a sparring session at City Kickboxing in New Zealand. Despite being dropped by body shots early on, IShowSpeed continued to spar with Hooker, who was notably going easy on him. The session ended with mutual respect between the two, as IShowSpeed acknowledged Hooker's skill. Meanwhile, Hooker, on a three-fight winning streak, is planning his next UFC appearance around the birth of his child, potentially fighting in January or March.
Renato Moicano is eyeing an "easy" fight for UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro and has named potential opponents including Dan Hooker, Bobby Green, and Michael Chandler. Moicano, who faces Drew Dober at UFC Vegas 85, believes UFC Brazil cards bring favorable matchups for Brazilians and is determined to make the most of his opportunities in the octagon to elevate his career.
Dan Hooker has been forced to withdraw from his scheduled lightweight bout against Bobby Green at UFC Austin due to an injury. The promotion is currently searching for a replacement opponent for Green. This is the second time this year that Hooker has been scratched from a fight due to injury. The event, which takes place on December 2nd, is headlined by a lightweight matchup between Beneil Dariush and Arman Tsarukyan.
Despite claiming it was just a scratch, UFC fighter Dan Hooker shared an X-ray revealing a clearly broken arm after his victory over Jalin Turner at UFC 290. Hooker, who was transported to a local hospital after the fight, has now won two consecutive fights.
Dan Hooker defeats Jalin Turner in a grueling, frantic brawl at UFC 290, winning by split decision. Turner missed weight for the 158-pound catchweight bout. Hooker turned the tables in Round 2, rocking Turner and nearly securing a fight-ending submission. In Round 3, Hooker continued to push the action, while Turner appeared tired and potentially dazed. Hooker ultimately won back-to-back fights, while Turner suffered consecutive losses for the first time in his UFC career.