I think it would depend how he beat Maia if he's able to. KOing him like Burns did wouldn't be the most surprising thing at Maia's age, but hanging with him in a grappling match would be incredible for his reputation. No disrespect to Meerschaert, but I think he was so shaken by the hype that his hands were ready to come down in an instant in anticipation of the takedown. It didn't not surprise me at all to see a punch land like that so soon. I'm ready to see him against a true test.
Dana loves this shit. He thinks it’s gonna make Covington a star and lead to more PPV buys. Sad thing is that nobody in the media is making a story out of this. I can’t believe he can say this shit and ESPN doesn’t even bat an eye.
“We don’t muzzle people” as if he hasn’t cut fighters before for saying controversial things (Matt Riddle, Miguel Torres, etc.) It’s just that when he thinks it will hurt his business, he doesn’t act on it. He’s friends with Trump and it’s rumored that Trump even helped to toss out Leslie Smith’s suit she filed against the UFC... So no way is Dana going to be outspoken against his biggest Trump-supporting fighter.
Don’t hate the sport. Hate the rich ignorant assholes who benefit off athletes they don’t care about. Just like about every other league.
Can't wait until some of the fighters start going on strike as a stance against racism so Dana can say, "I don't know, we offered them the fights. They don't want 'em. Must be scared."
Don’t know if it’s just me, but Izzy appears to be battling a case of gynecomastia in recent times. I noticed it in this photo set first: Then two days ago in his promo photos for the UFC, and also at weigh-ins today. Would really suck to find out he’s using. Energy seems a bit lower than we usually see from him leading into his fights. This could probably be considered his biggest next to winning the title, so I’m a little surprised by that. Think he could be expecting some looming bad news after the PPV is done and gets the UFC their money?
Pretty wild tweet. I can't believe he actually suggested Diego way back when and Dana said they would lose their license if they put that fight together. lol. I mean, bad match up for Diego for sure, but come on Dana... This dude has been on your roster since 2005. Pay him a little respect.
Costa is going to get counter punched the entire fight. gonna go with Jan as well. And then Santos decapitates him sometime next year.
Think I’m actually going with Reyes, but I like both guys. As for the MW fight, I have no doubt Costa will bring the fight to him (at least more than Yoel lol) but I’m going to bet that he has a hard time finding Izzy and runs into the counters all night. Should be a good time, regardless.
It’s another great card. Worth the money. Gonna go with: Costa (Don’t know if Izzy has the stopping power for him) Blachowicz KKF Vieira Mean Hakeem!
Connor McDipShit is apparently in discussion to box Pacquaio (who will not toy with him like Floyd did) And before Covid, he was scheduled to fight Gaethje on July 11th. Dude has wasted his prime on fake retirements, legal issues and boxing fights he has zero odds of winning.
I’m super excited for this one. It’s too heavy, but a very solid card overall. Costa Jan KKF Vieira Hakeeem
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