Новости за 02.04.2022

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Kelvin Gastelum has released a statement about his withdrawal from UFC 273.

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Gable Steveson already has his sights set on one of the biggest names in professional wrestling history.

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Hello, friends! It’s a rare down week in the world of MMA and that means, without fights that demand our attention, we can turn our gaze to all manner of conversations. This week, that means more Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal stuff, Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Brandon Moreno IV, open scoring, and a little UFC 273. Let’s get after it.

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Gilbert Burns won a decision over Stephen Thompson in his most recent UFC fight. | Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Gilbert Burns is unsure if a win over welterweight sensation Khamzat Chimaev will automatically grant him another shot at the UFC belt, and that’s why he sees Colby Covington as his definitive next step before a second crack at gold.

Andre Muniz is still expected to compete on the April 16 card in Las Vegas. | Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Andre Muniz needs a new opponent for UFC Vegas 51 on April 16 after veteran Uriah Hall has withdrawn due to undisclosed reasons, multiple people with knowledge of the situation told MMA Fighting.

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Katlyn Chookagian is no longer a free agent and will remain with the UFC.

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To paraphrase UFC President Dana White: “Pardon me, sir or madam, but might I kindly inquire if you would you like to participate in a fight?”

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Kelvin Gastelum is no longer fighting at UFC 273.

Allan Nascimento (left) trains with UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira in Brazil. | Photo via Pedro Marques

Jake Hadley and Allan Nascimento are scheduled to meet after a cancelled bout in March, now booked for the May 14 UFC Fight Night event. The UFC had yet to officially announce the location for the show.

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William Knight will remain at heavyweight to face longtime light heavyweight veteran Devin Clark at the UFC’s return to Las Vegas.

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The third time will hopefully be the charm for a middleweight pairing.