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MMA News Roundup: Dana White’s UFC 300 Main Event Plans Disclosed, Joe Pyfer Breaks Silence After Hermansson Loss, UFC Vegas 86 Goes Bust

Published 02/11/2024, 2:11 AM EST

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In the past couple of days, the MMA world has been abuzz with thrilling advancements. However, we understand that life can get busy and it’s possible to overlook the most remarkable moments in your beloved sport. But there’s nothing to worry about. We’ve got you covered with a speedy recap of the major news stories. So, let’s plunge into the latest headlines in just a matter of minutes.

We will start with Dana White, who disclosed what is taking place behind the scenes for UFC 300. Then we will turn our attention to Joe Pyfer, who issued a statement following his loss to Jack Hermansson. Finally, we will sum up the daily news compilation with UFC Vegas 86, which clearly did not live up to expectations.

Dana White disclosed his UFC 300 plans to Bob Menery

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There has been a lot of buzz as fans are waiting for the announcement of UFC 300’s main event. Meanwhile, Dana White recently had a conversation with Bob Menery and Steiny where he revealed what work was being done behind the scenes for the historic pay-per-view in April. White emphasized that he is tirelessly dedicating himself to the UFC 300, putting in long hours day and night. With just one crucial decision, he has the power to completely transform the entire event.

“There are so many twists and turns, and crazy f****ing s*** going on behind the scenes of UFC 300. Everything that everybody thinks about UFC 300 right now, literally could all change tomorrow. It’s f***ing crazy what’s going on right now,” said Dana White. He further went on to mention that the event may not involve someone like Jon Jones, but has promised to deliver a great show for the fans.

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“Jon Jones is not involved. We have one more slot to fill mid-level, and then we have the main event. Main event is not known right now. I know what I’m trying to do [for the main event], but what I’m trying to do and what’s gonna happen could end up being two completely different things. Unless I completely f***ing change everything,” Dana White added. It remains to be seen how the final card for UFC 300 shapes up to be in the days to come.

Joe Pyfer opens up after loss to Jack Hermansson

Highly rated middleweight prospect Joe Pyfer suffered his first loss at UFC Vegas 86 after joining the roster. Jack Hermansson edged past the 27-year-old with a unanimous decision win. Meanwhile, Pyfer opened up about his loss on social media and mentioned that a strike to the eyeball left him unable to see his opponent during the fight. He said, “I just wanna say, I’m ok. Despite how my face looks, I wasn’t rocked, I got punched in the eyeball, couldn’t see. They [the UFC] did a good job on the care. I fell like the eye, I lost vision.”

 

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Furthermore, Joe Pyfer clapped back at his haters, while promising his fans to return stronger after sorting out what went wrong against Jack Hermansson. “All my haters, suck a fat d**k. I wasn’t supposed to be here anyway. I gave it a 100 percent every time and [I] will make adjustments and come back,” he added. It will be interesting to see how Pyfer receivers form this defeat, given that he still has a good record under his belt.

UFC Vegas 86 did not live up to expectations

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The UFC just wrapped up with the UFC Vegas 86 Fight Night event, which saw Dana White’s prospect, Joe Pyfer, suffer a loss to Jack Hermansson. However, fans did not seem to enjoy the event like they have enjoyed Fight Night events in the past. One fan took to Twitter (X), explaining that the card for the event had no energy at all.

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If that wasn’t enough, the crowd in attendance also did not seem to be encouraging the fighters as they walked out to fight inside the Octagon. As such, the fans were disappointed with the UFC for putting on such an event, claiming that it negatively affected their experience of watching UFC fights. We will have to wait and see if Dana White takes notice of these remarks to make sure fans don’t go home unhappy after watching a UFC event.

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