Abhishek Nambiar

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Analyst at Sportskeeda

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Kayla Harrison captures UFC title, Dana White discusses the Jon Jones situation, Ben Askren unresponsive with pneumonia, and more: MMA News Roundup

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Welcome to today's edition of Sportskeeda MMA News Roundup. Kayla Harrison made history by submitting Julianna Pena to claim the UFC bantamweight title in the co-main event of UFC 316. Dana White shared his thoughts on Jon Jones' recent assertions that he's retired. Meanwhile, the MMA community rallied for Ben Askren, whose sudden hospitalization with severe pneumonia has left fans and fellow fighters anxious.
Nick Diaz's girlfriend rages at physical therapist as fighter is allegedly drugged and transported to Mexico for rehab: "Brought Nick back to life"

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

A troubling drama has erupted around UFC veteran Nick Diaz. Serious allegations from his girlfriend recently surfaced on social media, where she claimed that the American fighter was drugged and forcibly taken to a rehabilitation facility in Mexico. Diaz’s girlfriend alleged that his rumored cousin, Ruben, drugged Diaz and transported him to Mexico against his will.
"Dude was a monster" - MMA fans react as Mark Kerr is inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Mark Kerr finally has his place among the sport’s immortals. The former heavyweight terror was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame, rounding out the class of 2025. For those who watched the early days of the sport, Kerr was one of the most imposing figures in the UFC. Standing six-foot-three and weighing 255 pounds, the Ohio native combined a world-class wrestling pedigree with ferocious ground-and-pound. Kerr burst onto the scene with a clean sweep at World Vale Tudo Championship 3 in Brazil.
"Dude was a monster" - MMA fans react as Mark Kerr is inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame

3 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Calls Mount Against Joe Rogan as Kayla Harrison Becomes Victim of Massive Blunder During Live UFC 316 BroadcastJoe Rogan has been the voice of the Octagon for over two decades. His reactions, his questions, his energy—they’ve all been part of UFC’s soundtrack. …
"Sad news, keep fighting" - MMA world reacts as Ben Askren is left unresponsive amid hospitalization due to severe pneumonia

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Ben Askren is currently hospitalized, battling pneumonia and other serious health issues. News of his condition has prompted an outpour of support from the MMA world. Combat sports reporter Ariel Helwani took to X to reveal the updates, writing:"Wanted to send positive thoughts to Ben Askren, who is currently hospitalized battling serious health issues. Askren developed pneumonia very recently, according to his wife, in addition to other serious illnesses. Heโs battling right now.
UFC 316: Kelvin Gastelum vs. Joe Pyfer: Live round-by-round updates

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Kelvin Gastelum and Joe Pyfer finally meet in a rescheduled middleweight showdown. Originally set for March in Mexico City, Pyfer was forced to pull out due to illness. Gastelum, meanwhile, returns to his old stomping ground at 185 pounds. The former Ultimate Fighter winner has built a career around facing elite talent but enters this bout with questions after recent weight issues. Pyfer is on the opposite end of the career arc.
UFC 316: Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison: Live round-by-round updates

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Julianna Pena defends her bantamweight title against Kayla Harrison in a fascinating co-main event clash at UFC 316. This is a fight pulsing with tension, and the winner might potentially earn a blockbuster showdown with Amanda Nunes. Pena enters the bout as a two-time UFC women's bantamweight champion. Her split decision win over Raquel Pennington showed once again that she can dig deep and outlast experienced veterans in tough battles. She has been accusing Harrison of being a weight bully.
UFC 316: Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley: Live round-by-round updates

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Merab Dvalishvili fires up a familiar rivalry against Sean O’Malley in a rematch that serves as the marquee attraction of UFC 316. The bantamweight title is on the line in this high-stakes rematch at the Prudential Center, with both men carrying lessons from their first encounter into the cage. Dvalishvili rides a wave of momentum, having outlasted and overwhelmed a string of elite opponents.
Aljamain Sterling questions Sean O'Malley's "stardom" despite having "lot of good knockouts and highlights"

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Aljamain Sterling labeled Sean O'Malley’s personality as "dry" while questioning the authenticity of his stardom. O'Malley is gearing up to take on Merab Dvalishvili in the main event of UFC 316 this weekend. While Sterling respects O'Malley's skills inside the octagon, he's baffled by how 'Sugar' is positioned as one of the UFC’s biggest attractions.
"He is probably screwed" - Fans react to Nick Diaz allegedly being "drugged" and "transported across the border into Mexico" for rehab check-in

3 weeks ago | sportskeeda.com | Abhishek Nambiar

Nick Diaz, often in headlines for his out-of-competition struggles, is now dealing with a disturbing claim made public by his girlfriend. According to her, Diaz was forcibly taken by a relative, drugged and transported across the Mexican border. He is allegedly being held at a rehabilitation facility against his will. She claims Diaz has tried escaping multiple times but is being returned each time by authorities. Communication with him is now controlled through a third party.

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Articles

Kayla Harrison captures UFC title, Dana White discusses the Jon Jones situation, Ben Askren unresponsive with pneumonia, and more: MMA News Roundup

Nick Diaz's girlfriend rages at physical therapist as fighter is allegedly drugged and transported to Mexico for rehab: "Brought Nick back to life"

"Dude was a monster" - MMA fans react as Mark Kerr is inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame

"Dude was a monster" - MMA fans react as Mark Kerr is inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame

"Sad news, keep fighting" - MMA world reacts as Ben Askren is left unresponsive amid hospitalization due to severe pneumonia

UFC 316: Kelvin Gastelum vs. Joe Pyfer: Live round-by-round updates

UFC 316: Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison: Live round-by-round updates

UFC 316: Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O'Malley: Live round-by-round updates

Aljamain Sterling questions Sean O'Malley's "stardom" despite having "lot of good knockouts and highlights"

"He is probably screwed" - Fans react to Nick Diaz allegedly being "drugged" and "transported across the border into Mexico" for rehab check-in

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