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sports1 year ago

"Jamahal Hill Reveals Last-Minute UFC 300 Main Event vs. Alex Pereira"

Jamahal Hill reveals that the UFC 300 main event against Alex Pereira was confirmed just a day before UFC 298, marking the highly anticipated headliner bout for the historic event. The light heavyweight title fight will take place on April 13 in Las Vegas, showcasing the rapid rise of championship collector Alex Pereira and the division's turbulent history since Jon Jones vacated the title in 2020. Hill expresses his excitement for the challenge and the honor of being part of UFC 300, emphasizing the trust placed in his abilities by the UFC.

via MMA Fighting|
#alex-pereira#jamahal-hill#light-heavyweight-division
sports2 years ago

Derek Brunson's UFC Departure Sparks Callouts and Controversy

Derek Brunson, a longtime UFC middleweight contender, has mutually parted ways with the promotion after 11 years. Brunson's manager confirmed that he is now a free agent and is expected to seek opportunities in other promotions, particularly in the light heavyweight division. Despite being on a two-fight losing streak, Brunson had a successful career in the UFC, with a 14-7 record overall.

via ESPN|
#career#derek-brunson#free-agent
sports2 years ago

Jamahal Hill surrenders UFC title due to Achilles injury

Jamahal Hill, the current UFC light heavyweight champion, announced on his YouTube page that he has ruptured his Achilles tendon and will be relinquishing the belt. This is the third time in three years that a light heavyweight champion has given up the title. Hill expressed his focus on recovery and getting back to 100 percent, while also stating that he believes he is the true champion. The vacant title adds to the ongoing uncertainty in the light heavyweight division.

via ESPN|
#achilles-injury#jamahal-hill#light-heavyweight-division
sports2 years ago

UFC rivals Adesanya and Pereira share humorous airport encounter.

Rivals Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira had a humorous run-in at the airport, which they both shared on social media. After two kickboxing matches, they met in the octagon for the UFC middleweight title, with Pereira winning the first and Adesanya winning the second. Pereira is moving to the light heavyweight division to face Jan Blachowicz, while Adesanya is expected to defend his middleweight title in September.

via MMA Fighting|
#alex-pereira#israel-adesanya#light-heavyweight-division