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Joaquin Buckley criticized Israel Adesanya publicly after Adesanya's comments about him watching his fight, calling out Adesanya for not being a 'real fighter' and expressing willingness to fight him again, even at middleweight, after his recent loss to Kamaru Usman.
Kamaru Usman returned to victory after 20 months, defeating Joaquin Buckley at UFC Fight Night in Atlanta and calling for a title shot, while other fights featured Rose Namajunas and Edmen Shahbazyan securing wins.
Kamaru Usman ended a nearly four-year winless streak with a unanimous decision victory over Joaquin Buckley at UFC on ESPN 69, ending a three-fight losing streak and sparking reactions from fighters and fans.
The UFC Atlanta event featured a main fight where Kamaru Usman faced Joaquin Buckley, with Buckley winning in a notable performance, and included other bouts such as Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick, along with preliminary fights showcasing various MMA victories.
The article provides predictions for UFC Atlanta, highlighting Kamaru Usman's return against Joaquin Buckley, with Buckley favored to win due to Usman's recent inactivity. It also covers other key fights, including Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick, Edmen Shahbazyan vs. Andre Petroski, and Cody Garbrandt vs. Raoni Barcelos, offering insights into each matchup and potential outcomes.
Joaquin Buckley dismisses the hype surrounding Islam Makhacheh's move to the UFC welterweight division, stating he is not a significant threat and emphasizing the depth of the division. Buckley believes Makhachev needs to prove himself in the division and suggests he might retire after achieving a legacy, despite ongoing negotiations and Makhachev's ambitions for a second world title.
UFC Tampa featured a main event between former interim welterweight champion Colby Covington and rising contender Joaquin Buckley, marking Covington's return to the octagon after a year. Buckley aimed to continue his winning streak in 2024 with a significant victory. The co-main event saw Cub Swanson face Billy Quarantillo in a featherweight bout. The event took place at Amalie Arena, with both main and preliminary fights broadcasted on ESPN2/ESPN+.
Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley faced off at the ceremonial weigh-ins for UFC on ESPN 63 in Tampa, Florida, ahead of their welterweight bout. After making weight, the fighters exchanged intense words, with UFC Hall of Famer Chael Sonnen speaking on Covington's behalf during the post-staredown interview. The fight is set to be the final UFC event of 2024, airing on ESPN2 and streaming on ESPN+.
The UFC concludes its 2024 season with a Fight Night event at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, headlined by a welterweight bout between Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley. The co-main event features a featherweight clash between Cub Swanson and Billy Quarantillo. The event will be broadcast on ESPN2 and ESPN+ with prelims starting at 7 p.m. ET and the main card at 10 p.m. ET. All fighters successfully made weight for their respective bouts.
Kamaru Usman expressed concerns about Colby Covington's return to the octagon after a year-long hiatus, as he faces Joaquin Buckley at UFC on ESPN 63. Usman highlighted Covington's inactivity as a potential issue against Buckley's aggressive style, emphasizing the need for Covington to engage in wrestling and grappling early to counter Buckley's explosive starts. Despite these concerns, Usman believes this fight is a good opportunity for Covington to assess his standing as a top welterweight contender.
Cub Swanson remains firm in his stance against Joaquin Buckley, stemming from a feud that began when Buckley disrespected MMA legend Georges St-Pierre, a friend of Swanson. As both fighters prepare for UFC Tampa, Swanson insists on an apology from Buckley for derogatory remarks made against him, emphasizing the importance of respecting veteran fighters. Swanson is open to reconciliation if Buckley acknowledges his mistake.
Colby Covington reflects on his struggles after losing his third attempt at the UFC title against Leon Edwards at UFC 296. Despite the setback, Covington is determined to re-enter the title picture and will face Joaquin Buckley in the upcoming UFC on ESPN 63 event. Covington, who has not fought since the loss, has focused on personal and professional growth, aiming to prove himself as a top contender once again.
Joaquin Buckley claims that Vicente Luque quit before their fight even began, leading to Buckley's victory at UFC Atlantic City. Buckley attributes his recent success to fighting in his proper weight class of welterweight and hopes to secure a headline spot at the upcoming UFC St. Louis event. He expressed openness to facing Gilbert Burns, a teammate of Luque, citing his previous victories over fighters from Burns' team.
UFC Atlantic City featured a main event clash between flyweight contenders Erin Blanchfield and Manon Fiorot, with both fighters entering the octagon on six-fight winning streaks. The co-main event saw welterweights Vicente Luque and Joaquin Buckley face off in a thrilling showdown. The event also included a stacked main card and preliminary card, with notable matchups such as Chris Weidman vs. Bruno Silva and Nate Landwehr vs. Jamall Emmers.
Mackenzie Dern's evolution as a fighter was on full display at UFC Fight Night 224, as she dominated Angela Hill and called out Rose Namajunas. Chase Hooper's move up to lightweight paid off with a unanimous decision win over Nick Fiore. Joaquin Buckley's exciting fighting style has earned him a comfortable roster spot in the UFC. Karolina Kowalkiewicz's switch to American Top Team has led to a three-fight winning streak. Natalia Silva's impressive performance and English-language promo make her a potential star in the making.