Rose Namajunas def. Miranda Maverick at UFC on ESPN 69
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On the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique," the panel discusses Kamaru Usman and Rose Namajunas' UFC Atlanta wins and more.
Belal Muhammad I don't care that Usman was quick to dismiss Muhammad's callout after his win over Buckley, but this piece is who he “should” fight next, and Muhammad fits the bill perfectly. I don't know how Usman got it in his head that he is deserving of a title shot after just one win since 2021,
UFC Atlanta provided plenty for combat sports fans to talk about this week, but that doesn't mean everything that happened at the event was positive.
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Rowe (11-5 MMA, 4-3 UFC) was down two rounds on all three scorecards against Loosa (10-5 MMA, 2-3 UFC) after being outwrestled for a large part of the fight. But he turned the tide and after he knocked out Loosa's mouthpiece, Rowe put together a barrage that eventually ended the fight in the final minute.
UFC Atlanta shatters attendance records at State Farm Arena, delivering unforgettable fights and electrifying moments.
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SB Nation on MSN‘I still feel victorious’: Joaquin Buckley releases first statement since loss to Kamaru Usman at UFC AtlantaJoaquin Buckley is holding his head high. On Saturday night, Buckley squared off against former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC Atlanta, losing a unanimous decision. It’s a tough setback for Buckley,
Kamaru Usman earned his first win since November 2021 with a unanimous decision over rising welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley. Usman dominated the fight with his wrestling, making it nearly impossible for Buckley,
Two of the judges scored the fight 49-46, scoring the final round for Buckley after a late rally. However, experienced judge Mike Bell scored the fight 48-47, only giving Usman a one round advantage. And with that, Bell has been targeted by former UFC double champion Henry Cejudo who has questioned Bell’s scorecard.
The UFC makes its return to Atlanta this week with two former champions in the main and co-main events. UFC on ESPN 69 (ESPN, ESPN+) takes place Saturday at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Get pick results from our 11 editors, writers, radio hosts and videographers, as well as additional analysis, below.
SportsLine's Daniel Vithlani reveals his picks for the UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Buckley fight card from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Saturday