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Lainesse aims for the K.-O. in his UFC debut

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4 years ago

May 1, 2022

Sophia

Lainesse aims for the K.-O. in his UFC debut

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D-day will finally arrive on Saturday for Yohan Lainesse (8-0-0), who will make his debut in the UFC organization against Gabriel Green (10-3-0) at welterweight.

On Friday, Lainesse tipped the scales at 169 pounds, while Green posted a weight of 170.5 pounds.

In his first fight and facing an opponent who puts a lot of pressure, Lainesse already assures to expect an exciting fight.

“I expect an explosive start to the fight. Gabriel Green advances a lot, but he also gets hit. He’s not a guy who has the best defense and generally, when I reach an opponent, I create damage, ”admitted Lainesse to Patrick Côté earlier this week on the podcast. In the cage. Côté will also be in his corner at the end of the week.

“I’m going to have to be very smart and I will be. No matter what happens, I will have an answer. We will manage to finish the fight before three rounds,” added Lainesse in an interview with our colleague Benoit Beaudoin.

At the age of 29, this first fight in the UFC is the result of a lot of work for Lainesse, who is very much enjoying the last days on the eve of his fight.

“I’m living the dream of feeling like I belong. »

“I have a good test ahead of me, but it’s nothing unfamiliar. I don’t take Green lightly, but I’m very confident in my physical and mental abilities. In the UFC, all fighters are tough, but I’m tough too,” Lainesse added confidently.

Lainesse’s bout will be the fourth featured in the preliminary fights.

In the main event, Rob Font and Marlon Vera will square off at bantamweight. Font is 2.5 pounds over the limit and will have to give up 20% of his purse.

Weighing results:

Rob Font (138.5)* vs. Marlon Vera (136)

Andrei Arlovski (246) vs. Jake Necklace (265)

Andre Fili (145.5) v. Joanderson Brito (145.5)

Jared Gordon (155.5) vs. Grant Dawson (155.5)

Darren Elkins (145.5) v. Tristan Connelly (146)

Krzysztof Jotko (186) c. Gerald Meerschaert (185)

Alexandr Romanov (236.5) c. Chase Sherman (247)

Daniel Lacerda (125) v. Francisco Figueiredo (125.5)

Gabriel Green (170.5) v. Yohan Lainesse (169)

Nathan Levy (155) v. Mike Breeden (155.5)

Gina Mazany (126) vs. Shanna Young (125)

Tatsuro Taira (125.5) vs. Carlos Candelario (126)

Source: rds

Sophia

Sophia Jhon is a sports journalist and author. He has worked as a news editor for Sportish and is now a sport columnist for the same publication. Alberta’s professional interests lie largely in sports news, with an emphasis on English football. He has also written articles on other sporting topics.

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CHISORA: “What kind of courage are we talking about? This boxer did not go to fight for his country.”

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9 hours ago

December 25, 2025

Madelyn

CHISORA: “What kind of courage are we talking about? This boxer did not go to fight for his country.”

British heavyweight boxer Derek Chisora He spoke harshly about Jake Paul’s courage following his fight with Anthony Joshua. In a debate with heavyweight Vidall Riley, Chisora challenged Paul’s argument that he showed courage by entering the ring.

“What Paul did was not brave. He did not go to fight for his country. When he went to defend his state at the front, that is courage.”

What kind of courage is Paul talking about? He ran away in the first round and when he didn’t have enough strength to run, Joshua broke his jaw,” Chisora said.

A big boxing show took place in Miami, USA, on the night of December 19-20, 2025. In the main fight, American entertainer Jake Paul and former world champion Anthony Joshua entered the ring. The fight ended in the sixth round – AJ brutally knocked out his opponent.

Source: Sport UA

Madelyn

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.

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Cars, factory, paper. Usik explained his career outside of boxing in detail.

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10 hours ago

December 25, 2025

Madelyn

Cars, factory, paper. Usik explained his career outside of boxing in detail.

Ukrainian boxer Alexander Usik said that he invested the money he earned from sports into business life.

“I have a small business right now. I have a company called Ready2Fight that doesn’t just work with boxing. What do we do? As promoters, we can guide the athlete – legal decisions, managerial decisions. Find trainers, doctors. So create a team. We also do things for sports and equipment.”

“We do some construction. I invest a little in hot construction. There is a glass processing plant. And of course, some valuable papers, special cars. I am a little more interested in the business world than, say, five years ago.”

“Because I understand that I earn money and they also have to work, they just buy themselves some diamonds, gold or something and get high. I’m not that kind of person, I don’t really like to show off,” Usik said.

Source: Sport UA

Madelyn

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Wardley topped the list of the world’s best heavyweights. Where is Usik?

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12 hours ago

December 25, 2025

Madelyn

Wardley topped the list of the world’s best heavyweights. Where is Usik?

Magazine Ring released the updated ranking of the best heavyweight boxers. He was managed by interim WBO champion Fabio Wardley. Due to inactivity, Tyson Fury fell out of the rankings and Joseph Parker left the list due to a failed doping test.

Ring remains league champion Alexander UsikHe continues to hold the WBC, WBA and IBF titles.

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Interim WBC champion Agit Kabayel takes the second place on the list, while Daniel Dubois is in the top three.

Promising heavyweight Moses Ithauma moved up from ninth to seventh.

Ring’s Heavyweight Rankings:

Champion – Alexander Usik