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sports2 years ago

Tom Aspinall's UFC 295 Journey: Advice from Michael Bisping and a Short-Notice World Title Fight

Tom Aspinall has accepted a short-notice fight against Sergei Pavlovich for the interim heavyweight title at UFC 295, replacing the injured Jon Jones. Aspinall, who views Pavlovich as the most dangerous man in the UFC, is willing to take the risk and believes he can beat him. He credits his mentor, Michael Bisping, for teaching him to believe in himself and emphasizes that his readiness is a result of the hard work and sacrifices he has made over the past 15 years.

via MMA Fighting|
#heavyweight-title#michael-bisping#short-notice-fight
sports2 years ago

UFC 294: Remarkable Rebuilding and Personal Preparations

UFC 294 underwent a remarkable rebuilding process just 11 days before the event, with the main event and co-main event changing due to injuries. Alexander Volkanovski stepped up on short notice to face Islam Makhachev in a highly anticipated rematch, while Kamaru Usman replaced Paulo Costa to fight Khamzat Chimaev. The UFC's matchmaking team, along with the fighters' mental fortitude and a chance meeting over drinks, played a crucial role in salvaging and elevating the card.

via ESPN|
#alexander-volkanovski#islam-makhachev#mma
sports2 years ago

Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad to co-headline UFC 288 in five-round fight.

Gilbert Burns will face Belal Muhammad in a five-round co-headliner at UFC 288 after the event lost its co-main event between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush. Burns, ranked No. 7 in the welterweight rankings, will make his third octagon appearance of 2023, while No. 4 Muhammad will attempt to extend his current unbeaten streak to double digits. The event will take place on May 6 at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.

via MMA Junkie|
#belal-muhammad#gilbert-burns#short-notice-fight