UFC 298 as it happened - Ilia Topuria stops Alexander Volkanovski, Ireland's Ian Machado Garry defeats Geoff Neal - Eurosport
"UFC 298 Ends With A Bang!"
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"Volkanovski Advised By Bisping To Take A Break"
During a live interview on TNT Sports, Bisping expressed that the fighter in question undoubtedly deserves a second opportunity in the featherweight division.
However, following two back-to-back knockouts, the injury is not only physical, but also psychological.
It would be beneficial for him to take a break, but he may feel like he's running out of time since he's already 35.
"Volkanovski Seeks Spain Rematch"
Ilia Topuria, the inaugural UFC champion from Spain, expressed his desire to defend his title on home soil and also mentioned his interest in a potential rematch in Australia.
The UFC Champion's Winning Right Hand
New Featherweight Champion Crowned
Topuria Defeats Volkanovski In Round 2!
Toporia started to deliver more impactful hits during the fight, but Volkanovski was still finding success with his jabs that caused bleeding on the front of his opponent's nose. However, Toporia was constantly searching for the opportunity to land a powerful right hand and once he did, the fight was done. Volkanovski fell to the ground and after a few additional strikes on the mat, the referee stepped in to stop the bout.
Volkanovski started off throwing plenty of kicks, but he didn't land many of them cleanly, and they didn't have much impact. Topuria held his ground in the middle of the ring, and the kicks he threw left visible marks on the champion's leg. However, as the round went on, Volkanovski started to connect with some of his kicks, and they both landed knees during some close-range exchanges.
The fight that everyone has been anticipating is about to take place very soon.
The Big Show's Coming Up!
Can Alexander Volkanovski demonstrate he remains the champion of featherweights or is it now Ilia Topuria's moment to shine?
Whittaker Triumphs With Unanimous Decision!
On the scorecards of the judges, he emerged victorious with scores of 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28.
In the fight, Costa managed to slow down Whittaker's movements by landing kicks on his legs. Even though Whittaker managed to hit Costa's chin directly, it did not seem to have any impact. During the first half of the round, Costa aggressively attacked Whittaker and hit him with some powerful kicks. However, towards the end of the fight, Whittaker managed to hit Costa with more precise and effective shots.
During the fight, Costa landed some punches on Whittaker's face, causing it to bleed. However, Whittaker didn't give up and kept fighting back with kicks to Costa's legs and a series of moves. The fight stopped for a short while when Costa accidentally poked Whittaker's eye with his thumb. Despite this setback, Whittaker still managed to take the lead in the round with his series of attacks.
At the start of the fight, Costa made impressive head kicks using both feet. However, Whittaker gained control for the following three minutes by landing powerful combinations and leg strikes that slowed down the Brazilian. Nevertheless, Costa suddenly executed a spinning kick, using his heel to strike Whittaker perfectly. Despite the devastating blow, Whittaker miraculously remained standing but then struggled to defend himself as Costa unleashed a series of punches. Fortunately for Whittaker, the buzzer sounded, saving him from further damage.
"Explosive Middleweight Fight At 0500"
Brazilian fighter Paulo Costa is set to face off against former title holder Robert Whittaker.
Garry Challenges Colby Covington
In his upcoming fight, 'The Future' is targeting Triple C as his next opponent.
"Garry Claims Victory In Divided Judgment"
Garry emerged victorious with scores of 30-27 on two judges' cards, while Neal managed to secure a 29-28 win in the perspective of the other judges.
Garry started off the round strong by using his speedy kicks and jabs from a distance. Neal tried to throw his left up close a few times, but eventually decided to grab onto Garry and hold him tight. However, Garry managed to pull off an excellent right knee strike when there were only a couple of minutes left in the round. Even though Garry seemed to be in better physical shape, it's uncertain if it will be sufficient in the end.
Garry started off strong by using his quickness to catch Neal with knee strikes, along with kicks and right hand punches whenever Neal attempted to get near him. Neal then began to hold Garry against the fence, which caused displeasure from the audience. Despite that, Neal managed to hit Garry with some hooks while in close-range, which caused Garry's mouth to bleed. This resulted in another competitive round. It's anyone's game heading into the final round.
Garry was in a defensive position and got hit by calf kicks from Neal. However, Garry managed to land a few front kicks before being pushed towards the Octagon. They separated from the clinch, and Garry then went on the offense by delivering knees and front kicks, which probably gave him the upper hand in the round.
Garry's Turn: 0420
Ian Machado Garry, who is undefeated with a record of 13 wins and no losses, is set to face off against Geoff 'Handz of Steal' Neal. The upcoming match between these two welterweights, who are ranked #10 and #8 respectively, has us feeling thrilled and eager to watch.
Garry has recently spoken out about receiving negative comments online. He expressed his excitement at the opportunity to prove his critics wrong.
"I'm Prepared For O'Malley"
"Bring on the challenge," expressed Dvalishvili confidently after achieving his tenth straight victory. "I've been persistently reaching out to Sean O'Malley since two years ago, my sole aim is to attain the championship title."
Dvalishvili Triumphs Via Unanimous Verdict
Dvalishvili emerged victorious with a unanimous decision from the judges, all scoring 29-28 in his favor. Although Cejudo had a remarkable first round, he struggled to keep up with the unstoppable power of the Machine for the remainder of the fight.
The Machine was dominating the round by moving at an intense speed, successfully landing strong punches and executing an impressive takedown after directing Cejudo across the mat.
The fighter from Georgia made powerful hits that hit Cejudo's chin which was too exposed. Dvalishvili managed to bring Cejudo down to the ground during the middle of the round and then took control, throwing him down again. Although Cejudo tried to escape being choked, he managed to hold on until the end of the round. It was a great round for Dvalishvili.
In the beginning of the fight, Cejudo landed a powerful right hook that made the fighter from Georgia lose balance. Even though the other fighter attempted some kicks early on, he missed. However, he was able to take Cejudo down halfway through the first round and bring him to the ground. But, Cejudo quickly turned the tables and took control of the rest of the round. It's possible that he won the round.
"Fight For Your Next Right: 0340"
The second-best bantamweight fighter, Merab Dvalishvili, will face off against the ex-flyweight and bantamweight titleholder, who is now ranked third, Henry Cejudo. It's probable that the victor will compete against Sean O'Malley, who holds the championship title, sometime this year. The number one bantamweight fighter, Aljamain Sterling, is slated to fight in the featherweight division for UFC 300.
Elliott Wins UFC Debut Earlier Tonight
The Welsh criminal named Oban Elliott, who now has a record of 10 wins and 2 losses, was declared the winner after defeating Val Woodburn. Later on, he had the chance to meet his idol from WWE and previous UFC player, CM Punk. After that, he had a conversation with Caroline Pearce from TNT Sports.
"Hernandez Submits Opponent In Round 2!"
During the fight, Kopylov managed to inflict damage on Hernandez by kicking him in the head. Despite this, Hernandez was able to retaliate with some well-placed uppercuts. Hernandez then proceeded to take Kopylov down to the ground and successfully applied a rear naked choke. However, Kopylov was able to resist for one minute before eventually submitting to the hold.
The two competitors are exchanging punches. Kopylov is using more refined combinations, however, Hernandez is hitting with powerful right hands. Hernandez also attempted 11 takedowns and was successful in one, finishing the round with striking a pair of forceful elbows right as the time ran out.
Hernandez-Kopylov Kicks Off At 0315
The fight in the middleweight category will feature Anthony Hernandez, an American from California with a record of 11 wins and 2 losses, who will face off against Roman Kopylov, a Russian boxer who has won 12 fights and lost 2 matches.
Main Card Coming Up!
"Garry Is Ready At 0300"
Lemos Triumphs With A Unanimous Verdict
Dern put up a great fight, but unfortunately all three judges scored the match in favor of her opponent with a 29-28 score. It's a shame to see such effort go unrecognized and hopefully she'll receive some form of recognition for her hard work. The end of the preliminaries was certainly one to remember.
Dern throws a powerful right hand that causes Lemos to fall to the ground. They both end up on the mat and Dern dominates in grappling, but Lemos manages to avoid a submission and lands some ground and pound hits towards the end. Dern clearly wins this round, but the outcome may depend on how the first round is judged. Both fighters are true warriors.
Dern was hit by some very strong strikes to her lower legs, causing her to move unsteadily. Lemos used this to her advantage and attacked with both fists, landing a powerful punch that knocked Dern down to the ground and caused her nose and mouth to bleed. Although Lemos was hoping to finish the fight with a knockout, Dern displayed remarkable determination and managed to press her opponent against the cage, even turning the tables by taking her down. This gave Dern the upper hand and the round ended with her on top of Lemos.
Lemos started the fight by moving smoothly and quickly, attacking Dern's calf with kicks that hindered her movement from the get-go. However, Dern managed to perform a successful takedown in the middle of the round, but Lemos was able to escape her opponent's attempts to submit her by arm bar. The round had its ups and downs for both fighters.
Up Next: Women's Strawweight Fight At 0230
Amanda Lemos, who is currently ranked #3 with a record of 13-3-1, will be facing Mackenzie Dern in her next fight. This comes after Tatiana Suarez, who was originally set to fight Lemos, has withdrawn from the competition due to an injury.
De Lima Wins With A Knockout!
In essence, the match came to an end due to a leg kick. After getting hit on the front leg, the fighter lost balance and dropped to the ground. The opposing Brazilian competitor took advantage of the situation and dealt a few hits to the head before the referee intervened and stopped the match.
De Lima And Tafa: Round One
De Lima delivered harsh calf kicks that made Junior Tafa have a hard time standing up. As a result, De Lima was in control for the rest of the match. To make matters worse, Tafa had to endure the weight of De Lima's 19-stone frame when he was taken down in the last two minutes. When the match ended, Tafa gingerly made his way to his corner, while a pack of ice was placed on his injured leg.
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Heavyweights Coming Up Next On 0205
In the upcoming fight, Marcos Rogerio de Lima (21-10-1) will face Junior Tafa (5-1) as his brother Justin will be replaced.
Nakamura expresses regret for not being able to display his typical thrilling manner.
"Apologies to all - I must improve all parts of my combat skills," Nakamura stated.
Nakamura Victorious With Unanimous Decision
Tonight, the judges will face tougher challenges in assessing the fights. They all awarded 'Hybrid' the victory with a score of 30-27 in all three rounds.
The fight wasn't favorable for the fans. Vera spent most of the round lying on his back, despite attempting a few spin kicks in the beginning. He had trouble with his shoulder, and Mike Bisping pointed out in the commentary that relying on leg locks at this level is not the best approach. However, Vera was successful in preventing 'Hybrid' from getting another impressive win.
The fight continued with Nakamura dominating most of the round while Vera's excellent defensive skills prevented Hybrid from getting a submission.
An intriguing wrestling match that was met with disrespectful boos from the audience. Vera spent most of the time on the ground, yet he never stopped shifting positions and managed to put Nakamura in difficult situations with his leg locks. However, Vera also received several hard hits during the match.
"Japanese Sensation Rinya Nakamura Remains Undefeated"
Facing off against Carlos Vera is the undefeated 'Hybrid', a rising star in the bantamweight category with a record of 8-0 and 6 KOs. Vera is hoping to surprise him with a win but 'Hybrid' seems to have his sights set on the top and is moving quickly towards it.
Zhang Claims Victory With Round 1 KO!
A Chinese boxer was injured by a swift one-two in the beginning and seemed to be close to getting knocked out. However, he threw a powerful right punch followed by a left hook that caused Ribeiro to fall to the ground. Following some finished punches, the referee decided to intervene and end the match.
"Zhang-Ribeiro Project Begins: 0117"
Let's Begin - 0100
In the upcoming UFC event, a light heavyweight bout between Mingyang Zhang of China and Brendson Ribeiro of Brazil will take place. This will be the first UFC fight for both fighters. Zhang has a record of 16 wins and 6 losses, while Ribeiro has a record of 15 wins and 5 losses.
"Get Ready For Action: Only A Few Days Left!"
Garry's Arrival: We're Thrilled!
Ian Machado Garry had no other choice but to withdraw from his scheduled fight against Vincente Luque at UFC 296. As a result, he is now feeling particularly determined to deliver an outstanding performance for his supporters and shut down any critics who may doubt him.
Garry shared his thoughts on the negative feedback he has been receiving online, expressing his eagerness to demonstrate his detractors that they are mistaken.
"UFC Main Cards: Always Packed With Talent!"
However, this specific one seems to be packed with an abundance of features or assets.
"The Press Conference: Always An Event"
"The Evening Timeline: A Brief Account"
The event at Honda Centre in Anaheim, USA, will be broadcasted live starting at 1:00 am UK time. You can catch the prelims on TNT Sports 1 or discovery+.
The primary lineup is set to commence at 3:00 in the morning, with the highlight match scheduled at approximately 6:00.
"Welcome To UFC 298 On TNT Sports!"
Hello there, it's Ciaran Baynes here and I will be sharing the latest news with you regarding the prelims and the main card. As we get closer to the highly anticipated main event, where Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria will battle it out for the UFC featherweight championship, I will be here to keep you updated with all the exciting action.
The featherweight champion of Australia, Alexander Volkanovski, will attempt to guard his championship against Ilia Topuria from Georgia. The battle will be shown on TNT Sports.
In the upcoming fight, Ian Machado Garry will be competing against Geoff Neal in the welterweight category. Additionally, the middleweight bout will feature the third and sixth ranked fighters, Robert Whittaker and Paulo Costa, going head to head. The bantamweights, Merab Dvalishvili and Henry Cejudo, are also set to fight each other, with Anthony Hernandez taking on Roman Kopylov in another middleweight match.
Where To Watch UFC 298 Main Card On TV?
The live broadcast from Honda Centre in Anaheim, USA, will start at 1 AM in the United Kingdom on Sunday, February 18 and will be available to watch on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+.
TNT Sports is offering an abundance of mixed martial arts events over the next few months, including UFC 298. To learn more about this event, simply click on this link for complete details.
UFC 298 UK Start Time & Fight Card In Full
The live broadcast will begin on Sunday, February 18 at 1:00 AM in the United Kingdom.
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