Fights
The American stripped naked before the fight in the UFC. The girl was painful to look at
Even an extreme act did not help Kathleen successfully overcome the weigh-in.
On October 22, one of the most anticipated tournaments in recent years, UFC 280, will take place in the UAE. In the main event of the tournament, Russian Islam Makhachev will fight Brazilian Charles Oliveira for the lightweight champion belt. On the eve of the “Fighting Island” athletes went through the weigh-in procedure, but not for all it ended successfully.
American Kathleen Chookagyan made her fans worry: the athlete got to the scales in a very exhausted state, but still did not fit into the weight category.
To hit the limit, Kathleen decided to completely undress.
The weight lifter failed
On October 22, Chookagyan is scheduled to fight in the main card with the Frenchwoman Manon Fioro. The American of Armenian origin has long been in the top 10 women’s rankings, regardless of weight categories, having won four victories in a row. Kathleen also holds the UFC record for the most fights and wins in women’s flyweight history. However, in the upcoming fight, it will not be easy for her: Fioro has not lost for 4 years and is on a series of 11 victories.
In addition, the state of Chookagyan at the official weigh-in adds to fears: the American approached the scales completely exhausted. The device showed an advantage, but Kathleen decided to go all the way, asking them to take out the screen. Behind her, the athlete completely parted with her clothes, but she did not manage to make weight. Annoyance was read on Kathleen’s haggard face, it was painful to look at the American. And her rival at the weigh-in ceremony calmly met the limit and looked much more cheerful.
Although Chookagyan turned out to be harder than expected, the fight will take place, it’s just that Kathleen will have to share part of her share of the fee with her opponent. Fortunately, Fioro agrees to fight with an American who does not fit into the standard.
Chookagyan’s condition is highly likely to seriously affect the final result in the cage. In her last four fights in the UFC, Kathleen got tough decision wins, one of which was completely separate. The American is not famous for her ability to take victories ahead of schedule, only 3 fights (2 by knockout, 1 by reception) out of 19 in her career were obtained before the final gong. Fioro, in turn, is known for her knockout power – 7 out of 14 wins the Frenchwoman got by knockouts.
This alignment suggests the dire situation of Kathleen. The exhausted weight-breaker will have to go up against a dangerous knockout woman, who, moreover, came to the fight in a more optimal condition. Chookagyan had very little time left to recover. The more interesting it will be to watch the upcoming battle.
Source: Sportbox
Famous British organizer Frank Warren He commented on the situation around the world heavyweight champion according to WBC, WBA and IBF Alexandra Usika.
“We’ll see what happens with Oleksandr Usyk. He’s only fought once this year, which has had a negative impact on his high-level title fights. He needs to defend his belts next year. If he doesn’t do that, he’ll have to give up his titles,” Warren said.
Previously, Alexander Usik (24-0, 15 KOs), the holder of the WBC, WBA and IBF heavyweight titles (over 90.7 kg), talked about his plans and admitted when he plans to end his professional career. The boxer recently vacated his WBO title and lost his status as absolute world champion.
Source: Sport UA
I am a sports writer and journalist who has written for various online publications including Sportish. I’m originally from the UK but currently live in Toronto, Canada. I’m also an author on Sportish and have written several articles on a variety of sports-related topics.
Absolute world champion in the second lightweight category Naoya Inoue (32-0, 27 KOs) commented on the victory of the fight played on Saturday, December 27th.
In Saudi Arabia, the Japanese representative defeated Mexican Alan David Picasso by unanimous decision and defended his WBC, WBO, WBA and IBF titles.
After the final bell, the reporter asked Inoue whether he should take the first place in the ranking of the world’s strongest boxers, which is currently occupied by Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk.
“Mr. Usyk came to watch my fight tonight, but I’m actually not very happy with my performance. I should have done much better. So I won’t say anything about the rankings and I’ll do much better next time,” Inoue admitted.
Usik visited Riyadh to watch the Japanese “Beast” fight and after the fight, he went to the ring to congratulate the champion on his victory.
Source: Sport UA
I am a sports writer and journalist who has written for various online publications including Sportish. I’m originally from the UK but currently live in Toronto, Canada. I’m also an author on Sportish and have written several articles on a variety of sports-related topics.
The strongest boxers of our time – Ukrainian Alexander Usik and Japanese Naoya Inoue – We met in the ring of Mohammed Abdo Aren in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) on December 27th.
On this day, a boxing night took place, the main event of which was the fight in the weight category up to 55.3 kg. WBC, WBO, WBA, IBF world champion Inoue (30-0, 27 KOs) defeated his Mexican opponent Alan David Picasso (32-0-1, 17 KOs).
The fight continued for all 12 rounds and ended with a confident victory for the Japanese “Beast” by unanimous decision.
After the final gong, Usik approached the champion in the ring, congratulated him on his victory and shook hands. Inoue admitted that he was not 100% satisfied with his performance and appreciated the Ukrainian’s place in the ranking of the strongest boxers of our time.
Next year, Usik plans to fight against former American champion Deontay Wilder, and Naoya is considering two options: Junto Nakatani or Jesse Rodriguez.
VIDEO. Kings of the boxing world. Usyk congratulates Inoue after victory in Riyadh
The two wonders of P4P 🐐
Usyk congratulates Inoue 🙌#RINGV: Night of the Samurai | @RingMagazine ▪️ pic.twitter.com/bzSrWqLlZy
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) December 27, 2025
Source: Sport UA
I am a sports writer and journalist who has written for various online publications including Sportish. I’m originally from the UK but currently live in Toronto, Canada. I’m also an author on Sportish and have written several articles on a variety of sports-related topics.
-
Ligue 13 years agoRenato Sanchez signed in Paris for five years
-
Europa League4 years agoIn transfer alert at Olympiakos for additions and concessions
-
Europa League4 years agoFenerbahce – Eintracht 1: 1: The Germans took 1st place in the Olympiacos group
-
Europa League4 years agoWithout Nainggolan and Samata, the 11th team from Antwerp
-
Europa League4 years agoEuropa League
-
Europa League4 years agoAtalanta announced the acquisition of Boga
-
Europa League4 years agoFears that Zapata will be out for 4 months
-
Premier League4 years agoExcept for the rest of January, Sean was injured