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sports1 year ago

Anthony Smith Reflects on UFC 310 Loss and Future Amid Personal Grief

Anthony Smith, after an emotional loss to Dominick Reyes at UFC 310, is contemplating a final fight to properly conclude his MMA career. Despite knowing he wasn't in the right condition to fight, Smith pushed through, driven by the recent loss of his friend and coach, Scott Morton. During the fight, Smith experienced a moment of doubt about his abilities, leading him to consider one last fight under the right circumstances for a proper sendoff. His friend Michael Bisping supports the idea of a final match.

via MMA Junkie|
#anthony-smith#dominick-reyes#mma
sports1 year ago

Anthony Smith Reflects on Future After UFC 310 Loss and Retirement Talk

Anthony Smith reflected on his loss to Dominick Reyes at UFC 310, attributing his performance to the grief of losing his close friend and coach, Scott Morton. Smith admitted he wasn't in the right mental state to fight and questioned his future in the sport, contemplating retirement. Despite recognizing Reyes' tactics during the fight, Smith felt disconnected and impatient, leading to his defeat. He expressed a desire to feel something beyond his grief and left open the possibility of one final fight under the right circumstances.

via MMA Fighting|
#anthony-smith#dominick-reyes#grief
sports1 year ago

Ciryl Gane Reveals Severe Injury Amid Controversial UFC 310 Victory

Ciryl Gane revealed he fought through UFC 310 with three broken bones in his foot, a more severe injury than initially thought, which could sideline him for some time. Despite this, Gane secured a controversial split decision win over Alexander Volkov, who criticized the judging, particularly targeting judge Adalaide Byrd. Volkov expressed disbelief over the decision, questioning the competence of the judging panel and hinting at an appeal.

via Bloody Elbow|
#alexander-volkov#ciryl-gane#injury
sports1 year ago

Dana White Urges UFC Veterans to Retire After UFC 310 Losses

Following UFC 310, UFC President Dana White has urged veterans Clay Guida, Chris Weidman, and Anthony Smith to retire after their losses. The event, which was the final PPV of 2024, saw these fighters defeated, prompting White's comments at the post-fight press conference. Despite the losses, none of the fighters have officially announced their retirement, leading to concern among fans and White himself.

via Bloody Elbow|
#dana-white#mma#retirement
sports1 year ago

Nate Diaz and Islam Makhachev Clash Backstage with Water Bottle Barrage

Nate Diaz caused a backstage commotion at the UFC 310 weigh-ins by throwing a water bottle at UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and his team. The incident, which took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, involved security stepping in to prevent further escalation. This is not the first time Diaz has been involved in such altercations, as he has a history of similar incidents at MMA events.

via MMA Junkie|
#backstage-altercation#islam-makhachev#mma
sports1 year ago

UFC 310: Pantoja vs Asakura Weigh-In Drama and Fight Predictions

The UFC 310 main event features a flyweight title fight between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Asakura, following the withdrawal of welterweight champion Belal Muhammad due to injury. Predictions from Bloody Elbow staff are mixed, with some favoring Pantoja's experience and grappling skills, while others see potential for an upset by Asakura's striking power. The fight is set to headline the final pay-per-view of the year at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

via Bloody Elbow|
#alexandre-pantoja#kai-asakura#mma
sports1 year ago

Bryce Mitchell's UFC 310 Journey: Growth, Criticism, and Redemption

Kron Gracie addresses criticism over his UFC 310 main card placement against Bryce Mitchell, emphasizing that the decision wasn't his and suggesting that fans upset about the lineup are likely not paying for the event. Gracie, returning after a 19-month hiatus, aims to break a two-fight losing streak and believes the matchup with Mitchell, a top-15 featherweight, is justified. He reflects on past mistakes and is eager to showcase his skills, acknowledging the unpredictability and seriousness of the fight game.

via MMA Fighting|
#bryce-mitchell#fight-card-controversy#kron-gracie
sports1 year ago

Kamaru Usman Considers Short-Notice Fight Against Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310

Kamaru Usman has expressed his willingness to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov on short notice at UFC 310, following Belal Muhammad's withdrawal due to a foot infection. Despite sharing a gym with Rakhmonov, Usman clarified they are not teammates and is open to stepping in as a replacement. Usman, who is on a three-fight losing streak, is eager to return to the octagon and potentially face Rakhmonov, emphasizing his readiness to take on challenges even with limited preparation time.

via MMA Fighting|
#belal-muhammad#kamaru-usman#mma
sports1 year ago

Kamaru Usman Addresses UFC 310 Rumors Amid Welterweight Shakeup

Kamaru Usman has expressed his willingness to step in for a potential fight against Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310, following Belal Muhammad's withdrawal due to a foot infection. Although Usman has not been officially contacted by UFC matchmakers, he stated on his podcast that he is open to the idea of fighting on short notice. Usman, a former welterweight champion, has previously taken short-notice fights, including against Jorge Masvidal and Khamzat Chimaev. He is currently on a three-fight losing streak.

via MMA Junkie|
#kamaru-usman#mma#shavkat-rakhmonov