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Spinning Back Clique: Song Yadong shocks Nurmagomedov, UFC Paris, BKFC

Spinning Back Clique: Song Yadong shocks Nurmagomedov, UFC Paris, BKFC

On the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique," the panel reacts to Song Yadong's wild KO win over Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai.
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On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Shanghai

On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Shanghai

It was a wild week in the combat sports world, and in the world of the UFC, another massive upset took place inside the octagon as Song Yadong brutally knocked out Umar Nurmagomedov to pick up the biggest win of his career. Did Song punch his way into a title fight after the stunning knockout […]
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The Thrill and Agony: UFC Fight Night 286 winner and loser reactions

The Thrill and Agony: UFC Fight Night 286 winner and loser reactions

The thrill of victory and agony of defeat was seen in the aftermath of UFC Shanghai from the winning and losing athletes.
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Henry Cejudo downplays Song Yadong's KO of Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai

Henry Cejudo downplays Song Yadong's KO of Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai

Was Song Yadong's win over Umar Nurmagomedov a fluke? One former UFC bantamweight champion has at least hinted that to be the case.
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Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Umar Nurmagomedov after UFC Shanghai loss?

Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Umar Nurmagomedov after UFC Shanghai loss?

What does the future hold for Umar Nurmagomedov after his shocking UFC Shanghai loss? We attempt to play matchmaker.
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Song Yadong defends Usman Nurmagomedov after UFC Shanghai: ‘Actually, I understand’

Song Yadong defends Usman Nurmagomedov after UFC Shanghai: ‘Actually, I understand’

Song Yadong isn’t holding a grudge against Usman Nurmagomedov after the PFL lightweight champion jumped into the cage at UFC Shanghai and nearly assaulted him. Yadong had just knocked out Umar Nurmagomedov in the main event at the SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center and was celebrating his victory when Usman came over the fence to […]
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Lucky shot? Henry Cejudo argues that Umar Nurmagomedov defeats Song Yadong ‘9 out of 10 times’

Lucky shot? Henry Cejudo argues that Umar Nurmagomedov defeats Song Yadong ‘9 out of 10 times’

Song Yadong shocked the world at UFC Shanghai. As a major betting underdog, Yadong rose to the occasion versus Umar Nurmagomedov, stopping the Russian wrestler in round two with a powerful uppercut connection (watch here). Nurmagomedov had previously only lost a competitive title fight to Merab Dvalishvili and was already on the road back to […]
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Video, poll: What Yadong’s Umar upset UFC Shanghai’s best finish?

Video, poll: What Yadong’s Umar upset UFC Shanghai’s best finish?

Check out all the finishes from UFC Shanghai and vote for your favorite.
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‘Can’t overlook anyone in this sport!’: Pros react to Song Yadong’s epic knockout over Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai

‘Can’t overlook anyone in this sport!’: Pros react to Song Yadong’s epic knockout over Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai

Pros were shocked by Song Yadong smashing Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai
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Usman Nurmagomedov releases statement responding to post-fight collision with Song Yadong

Usman Nurmagomedov releases statement responding to post-fight collision with Song Yadong

Usman Nurmagomedov shares his side of UFC Shanghai run-in with Song Yadong
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Umar Nurmagomedov releases statement following devastating UFC Shanghai knockout loss

Umar Nurmagomedov releases statement following devastating UFC Shanghai knockout loss

Umar Nurmagomedov takes to social media after disappointing UFC Shanghai outing
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Umar Nurmagomedov breaks silence after brutal knockout loss at UFC Shanghai: ‘I will work on the mistakes’

Umar Nurmagomedov breaks silence after brutal knockout loss at UFC Shanghai: ‘I will work on the mistakes’

Umar Nurmagomedov may not have gotten the result he wanted at UFC Shanghai earlier today after suffering an upset knockout loss to hometown underdog Song Yadong, but the Dagestani contender is remaining in good spirits. Without trying to downplay Yadong’s pre-fight standing in the UFC’s jam-packed bantamweight division, Nurmagomedov was expected to win this fight. […]