Originally, a welterweight bout headlining Khamzat Chimaev against Nate Diaz, former lightweight title challenger and winner of The Ultimate Fighter 5, was set for the event. However, Chimaev weighed in at 178.5 pounds, exceeding the non-title welterweight limit by 7.5 pounds, leading to the bout's cancellation.The press conference lasted just five minutes and featured only two fighters before White pulled the plug in chaotic scenes. A fight broke out between rival camps backstage, which White later confirmed began between Khamzat Chimaev and Kevin Holland – the “catalysts” – and spiralled to include other fighters.Diaz, right, goes out a winner at UFC 279, where he won via submission against Ferguson. In what could be his final UFC fight, Nate Diaz finished Tony Ferguson with a guillotine choke. This was the first finish for Diaz since he made Conor McGregor tap six years ago.
Did Nate Diaz retire from the UFC : After much success in the UFC, Diaz decided to take a chance on himself and fought out his promotional contract in 2022. The Stockton native packed up his bags for free agency following one last win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. Diaz's decision to leave the UFC ultimately lead to a big payday in his boxing debut vs.
Is Tony Ferguson retired
Tony Ferguson has no plans to retire. Instagram.
What happened with Chimaev and Diaz : The 28-year-old came in 7.5lbs overweight ahead of his highly anticipated showdown with Diaz. He was then removed from the main event and replaced by Tony Ferguson who was set to fight Li Jingliang in the UFC 279 co-main event.
Stephan Bonnar, who helped launch the UFC into the mainstream with his fight against Forrest Griffin in the finals of the first season of "The Ultimate Fighter" reality show, died at age 45, the promotion announced Saturday. Bonnar died of presumed heart complications while at work, according to the UFC.
Alistair Overeem won't been seen in the GLORY ring anytime soon. The former Strikeforce champion and UFC title challenger has been issued a 12-month suspension following a failed drug test for his rubber match against long-time rival Badr Hari back in October at GLORY Collision 4 in Amhem, Netherlands.
What was Alistair Overeem taking
Failed drug test
Overeem had a 14-to-1 testosterone-to-epitestosterone (T/E) ratio, over the allowed ratio rate of 6-to-1.With an estimated net worth of approximately $10 million as of 2023, Diaz first gained widespread recognition by triumphing in The Ultimate Fighter 5 back in 2007. His status soared even higher following his memorable victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 196 in 2016, cementing his place among the sport's elite.UFC fighter Nick Diaz has been fined $165,000 and suspended for five years by the Nevada State Athletic Commission because of multiple failed drug tests. USA Today's John Morgan reported the news Monday on the strict penalties besetting Diaz after a hearing concluded with the NSAC.
Although he does seem like he is already retired, Conor McGregor still says he has big plans to continue his career in combat sports. Whether it's boxing or the UFC, the Irishman is still hell bent on proving himself thathe can still continue fighting at the highest level.
Who head kicked Tony Ferguson : But win or lose he's undeniably must-see TV and has lived up to his reputation. As one of the most exciting fighters on the roster. But when he faced off with the legendary Tony Ferguson at UFC 274.
Why was Khamzat Chimaev cancelled : And the reason was rather simple. Chimaev had failed to keep up his end of the contract. See, when both fighters reached the weigh-ins, the world found out that Chimaev wasn't exactly the weight he was supposed to be contractually.
Why didn’t Chimaev vs Diaz happen
Despite widespread criticism, the UFC pushed forward with Chimaev vs. Diaz as the UFC 279 headliner, which didn't happen only because Chimaev massively missed the 171-pound limit. Diaz went on to defeat Tony Ferguson in the makeshift UFC 279 main event, and he's now a free agent.
MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter Shalie Lipp lost her life in a car accident just a few weeks before the biggest fight of her career.Former UFC flyweight fighter Geane Herrera has died. The 33-year-old leaves behind a 16-year-old son, with his partner expecting another child. Herrera fought four times in the UFC. The BBC reported that Herrera was involved in a motorcycle accident on Saturday in Tampa, Florida.
What did Overeem test positive for : Following his knockout win over Brock Lesnar at UFC 141, he tested positive for levels of testosterone not allowed in competition and received a 9-month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission.
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Originally, a welterweight bout headlining Khamzat Chimaev against Nate Diaz, former lightweight title challenger and winner of The Ultimate Fighter 5, was set for the event. However, Chimaev weighed in at 178.5 pounds, exceeding the non-title welterweight limit by 7.5 pounds, leading to the bout's cancellation.The press conference lasted just five minutes and featured only two fighters before White pulled the plug in chaotic scenes. A fight broke out between rival camps backstage, which White later confirmed began between Khamzat Chimaev and Kevin Holland – the “catalysts” – and spiralled to include other fighters.Diaz, right, goes out a winner at UFC 279, where he won via submission against Ferguson. In what could be his final UFC fight, Nate Diaz finished Tony Ferguson with a guillotine choke. This was the first finish for Diaz since he made Conor McGregor tap six years ago.
Did Nate Diaz retire from the UFC : After much success in the UFC, Diaz decided to take a chance on himself and fought out his promotional contract in 2022. The Stockton native packed up his bags for free agency following one last win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. Diaz's decision to leave the UFC ultimately lead to a big payday in his boxing debut vs.
Is Tony Ferguson retired
Tony Ferguson has no plans to retire. Instagram.
What happened with Chimaev and Diaz : The 28-year-old came in 7.5lbs overweight ahead of his highly anticipated showdown with Diaz. He was then removed from the main event and replaced by Tony Ferguson who was set to fight Li Jingliang in the UFC 279 co-main event.
Stephan Bonnar, who helped launch the UFC into the mainstream with his fight against Forrest Griffin in the finals of the first season of "The Ultimate Fighter" reality show, died at age 45, the promotion announced Saturday. Bonnar died of presumed heart complications while at work, according to the UFC.
Alistair Overeem won't been seen in the GLORY ring anytime soon. The former Strikeforce champion and UFC title challenger has been issued a 12-month suspension following a failed drug test for his rubber match against long-time rival Badr Hari back in October at GLORY Collision 4 in Amhem, Netherlands.
What was Alistair Overeem taking
Failed drug test
Overeem had a 14-to-1 testosterone-to-epitestosterone (T/E) ratio, over the allowed ratio rate of 6-to-1.With an estimated net worth of approximately $10 million as of 2023, Diaz first gained widespread recognition by triumphing in The Ultimate Fighter 5 back in 2007. His status soared even higher following his memorable victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 196 in 2016, cementing his place among the sport's elite.UFC fighter Nick Diaz has been fined $165,000 and suspended for five years by the Nevada State Athletic Commission because of multiple failed drug tests. USA Today's John Morgan reported the news Monday on the strict penalties besetting Diaz after a hearing concluded with the NSAC.
Although he does seem like he is already retired, Conor McGregor still says he has big plans to continue his career in combat sports. Whether it's boxing or the UFC, the Irishman is still hell bent on proving himself thathe can still continue fighting at the highest level.
Who head kicked Tony Ferguson : But win or lose he's undeniably must-see TV and has lived up to his reputation. As one of the most exciting fighters on the roster. But when he faced off with the legendary Tony Ferguson at UFC 274.
Why was Khamzat Chimaev cancelled : And the reason was rather simple. Chimaev had failed to keep up his end of the contract. See, when both fighters reached the weigh-ins, the world found out that Chimaev wasn't exactly the weight he was supposed to be contractually.
Why didn’t Chimaev vs Diaz happen
Despite widespread criticism, the UFC pushed forward with Chimaev vs. Diaz as the UFC 279 headliner, which didn't happen only because Chimaev massively missed the 171-pound limit. Diaz went on to defeat Tony Ferguson in the makeshift UFC 279 main event, and he's now a free agent.
MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter Shalie Lipp lost her life in a car accident just a few weeks before the biggest fight of her career.Former UFC flyweight fighter Geane Herrera has died. The 33-year-old leaves behind a 16-year-old son, with his partner expecting another child. Herrera fought four times in the UFC. The BBC reported that Herrera was involved in a motorcycle accident on Saturday in Tampa, Florida.
What did Overeem test positive for : Following his knockout win over Brock Lesnar at UFC 141, he tested positive for levels of testosterone not allowed in competition and received a 9-month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission.