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On the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique" our expert panelists review Khamzat Chimaev's big title win, PFL results and more.
Chimaev’s strategy against Du Plessis has been criticized by some, but not many have gone as far the champ’s longtime enemy, Paulo Costa, with their reactions. During an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, the Brazilian boldly claimed that Chimaev could “kill” MMA if he repeats the manner in which he won on August 16.
Aaron Pico recently broke his silence following his devastating knockout loss to Lerone Murphy at UFC 319. Murphy finished Pico with a spinning elbow that dropped him instantly.
What prevented Khamzat Chimaev from finishing Dricus Du Plessis despite the utter domination? "A lot of mistakes," according to Kamaru Usman.
To secure a quick title shot, the ex-Bellator standout was looking to become the first man to beat Lerone Murphy in the pay-per-view’s co-main event. Instead, though, Pico was viciously knocked out by Murphy’s spinning back elbow in round one.
Robert Whittaker defends Khamzat Chimaev’s dominant performance over Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319 against fans who called it boring.
Michal Oleksiejczuk has been on a roll since joining the Fighting Nerds, and wants to test Marvin Vettori's chin next.
Khamzat Chimaev finally has UFC gold strapped around his waist, and let’s be honest—it was only a matter of time. Everyone knew he had the talent to get there, but the way he tore through Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319 left fans and analysts stunned.
This past Saturday on the main card of UFC 319, we saw a big time matchup in the middleweight division. Former title challenger and ninth ranked middleweight Jared Cannonier (18-9) took on the always entertaining Michael “Venom” Page (24-3).
Kai Asakura hears the criticism loud and clear, and he's trying to channel it properly. At UFC 319, Asakura (21-6 MMA, 0-2 UFC) was submitted for the second time in as many fights since coming over to the promotion from RIZIN.