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sports11 days ago•2 min saved

Whittaker Sets Sights on 205 for Light Heavyweight Quest

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker plans to move up to 205 pounds for his next UFC fight, saying cutting to 185 has hampered his performance and he wants to test himself at light heavyweight. Following a July 2025 split‑decision loss to Reinier de Ridder and a prior first‑round submission defeat to Khamzat Chimaev, Whittaker aims for a June return with roughly four months of prep to build muscle and adapt to the higher weight.

via MMA Fighting|

#light-heavyweight #mma #robert-whittaker

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Aaron Tau Misses Weight, Road to UFC Final Canceled

Aaron Tau failed to make the 126-pound flyweight limit at Friday weigh-ins for the Road to UFC Season 4 final against Namsrai Batbayar, initially weighing 122.5 lbs in a privacy box before registering 129 lbs on a standard scale, leading to the bout’s cancellation; Tau apologized on Instagram for not making weight.

via MMA Fighting|

#aaron-tau #flyweight #sports

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Smotherman collapses at UFC 324 weigh-in, fight canceled as he recovers

Cameron Smotherman collapsed on stage after weighing in for UFC 324, leading to the cancellation of his bout with Ricky Turcios; he says he cut very little weight, will undergo further tests to determine the cause, and is recovering while apologizing to his opponent.

via Bloody Elbow|

#cameron-smotherman #mma #sports

sports1 month ago•24 min saved

Weigh-In Shock: UFC Fighter Faints On Stage After Making Weight

American UFC fighter Cameron Smotherman reportedly weighed in at 135.5 pounds for UFC 324, then awkwardly stumbled and faceplanted on stage while leaving the weigh-in area, prompting concern from commentators and highlighting the dangers of extreme weight-cut methods. The piece discusses the intense, unhealthy tactics some fighters use to hit targets, the personal toll of drastic dieting, and ends with a caution to not try this at home.

via OutKick|

#cameron-smotherman #health #sports

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Reinier de Ridder's Weight Cut and Return Spark Fan and Expert Debate

Reinier de Ridder's recent weight update and fight schedule at UFC Vancouver have sparked fan debates about his weight management and potential struggles with weight cuts, amid concerns and humorous comments about his clothing and weight fluctuations, though his past fighting at higher weights suggests he is experienced with weight management.

via Bloody Elbow|

#fan-debate #middleweight #reinier-de-ridder

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Reinier de Ridder Faces Weight Cut Challenges Ahead of UFC Vancouver

Reinier de Ridder arrived at UFC Vancouver significantly over the weight limit, needing to cut 34 pounds in three days for his middleweight title eliminator against Brendan Allen, though he has a strong track record of making weight. The event features high-stakes fights, including de Ridder's potential title shot and other key matchups, with live coverage available on ESPN+.

via MMA Mania|

#middleweight-title-eliminator #mma #reinier-de-ridder

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Cormier Blames Rockhold for UFC 210 Towel-Gate

Daniel Cormier blames Luke Rockhold for encouraging him to stop his weight cut prematurely before UFC 210, which led to him using a towel to make weight, and highlights issues with the weigh-in process that facilitated this incident.

via MMA Fighting|

#daniel-cormier #luke-rockhold #sports

sports6 months ago•2 min saved

UFC Shanghai: Ortega's Weigh-In Drama and Fight Updates

UFC fighter Brian Ortega was reportedly taken to an ambulance after a severe weight cut, which caused his initial fight cancellation; he still competed in Shanghai, with his condition raising concerns about his health and readiness.

via MMA Mania|

#ambulance #brian-ortega #sports

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Kayla Harrison's Triumph and the Risks of Weight Cutting in UFC

Kayla Harrison's intense weight cutting process for UFC fights has raised health concerns from a nutritionist, warning about the risks of repeated dehydration and extreme dieting, especially as she prepares for a potential fight against Amanda Nunes at 135lbs.

via Bloody Elbow|

#dehydration-risks #kayla-harrison #nutritionist-warning

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Kayla Harrison's Journey from Olympic Gold to UFC Bantamweight Champion

Kayla Harrison underwent an intense 15-week training and diet regimen to make weight for UFC 316, where she won the bantamweight title after a tough weigh-in and a dominant fight, highlighting her resilience and marking a significant milestone in her MMA career.

via Bloody Elbow|

#kayla-harrison #sports #training-regimen

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Kayla Harrison's Journey to UFC Gold and Women's MMA Spotlight

Kayla Harrison, a former PFL champion and Olympic judoka, made her first 135lbs weight in her MMA career at UFC 316, overcoming a challenging cut to challenge Julianna Peña for the bantamweight title, demonstrating her discipline and resilience.

via Bloody Elbow|

#bantamweight #kayla-harrison #sports

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

UFC 316: Kayla Harrison and Julianna Peña Prepare for Battle

Kayla Harrison, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, made her career-low weight of 135lb for UFC 316 after a grueling and controversial weight cut, raising concerns among fans about her health. She described the process as 'torture' and emphasized the mental and physical toll it takes, though she believes it is necessary to pursue UFC gold.

via Bloody Elbow|

#bantamweight #health-concerns #kayla-harrison

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Ilia Topuria Eyes Lightweight Move Amid Featherweight Title Reassurances

Ilia Topuria, the undefeated UFC featherweight champion, plans to move up to the lightweight division due to the challenging weight cuts required to compete at featherweight, according to his coach Jorge Climent. Topuria, who has previously fought at lightweight, finds the weight cut to 145 pounds increasingly taxing on his body. As a result, he is likely to vacate his featherweight title to pursue opportunities in the lightweight division.

via MMA Junkie|

#featherweight-title #ilia-topuria #lightweight

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"UFC Fighters Express Concerns Over Kayla Harrison's Bantamweight Move"

Holly Holm is set to face Kayla Harrison at UFC 300, but there are concerns about Harrison making the 135-pound weight limit for the bantamweight bout. Holm emphasized the importance of making weight and expressed confidence in Harrison's professionalism. She sees this fight as a path back to the title and hopes for a win to put her in the mix for a title shot in the bantamweight division.

via MMA Fighting|

#bantamweight #holly-holm #kayla-harrison

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Kayla Harrison's UFC 300 Debut: No Doubts After Making 135 Pounds Test Cut"

Kayla Harrison, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in judo and two-time PFL champion, has already made test cuts to 135 pounds ahead of her UFC debut at UFC 300, where she will face Holly Holm. Despite previously expressing concerns about the weight cut to bantamweight, UFC CEO Dana White revealed that Harrison has successfully made the weight multiple times, easing any doubts about her ability to compete in the division.

via MMA Fighting|

#bantamweight #dana-white #kayla-harrison