Bloody Elbow presents its fight night and post-fight coverage for UFC 239, set for Saturday, July 6th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event is a light heavyweight championship fight between reigning champion Jon Jones and powerful Brazilian striker Thiago Santos. In the co-main event, simultaneous two-division champion Amanda Nunes defends her women’s bantamweight title vs. former champ Holly Holm. Also featured is a three-round welterweight top contender matchup between Ben Askren and Jorge Masvidal.
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August 13, 2019
Jorge Masvidal responds to Ben Askren’s ‘thank you’ demand
Jorge Masvidal did thank Ben Askren... somehow.
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July 25, 2019
After surgery, Santos ‘can’t sleep or eat properly’
Thiago Santos is slowly recovering from his double knee surgery as a result of injuries suffered in his UFC title fight with Jon Jones earlier this month.
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July 16, 2019
The Mookie & Crookie Show: Herb’s reffing, fight callouts-announcements
Episode 28 discussion, Herb Dean’s controversial stoppage, Pernell Whitaker killed in traffic accident, Evans’ advice to UFC fighters, Masvidal wants McGregor or a title shot, more.
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July 16, 2019
Bisping: ‘I feel bad’ for Rockhold but ‘it looks like his career is over’
UFC Hall-of-Famer Michael Bisping comments on Luke Rockhold’s second consecutive knockout loss at UFC 239.
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July 13, 2019
Sonnen credits Askren for his sportsmanship following KO loss at UFC 239
Chael Sonnen credits UFC 239’s Ben Askren for being a true sportsman.
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July 12, 2019
Stephen Thompson to Ben Askren: ‘It can’t just be wrestling all the time’
"It can’t just be wrestling all the time. You got to continue to work on your striking, get better at that."
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July 12, 2019
The Level Change Podcast: Marreta double-legged, UFC Sacramento picks
Episode 28 discussion: both Thiago Santos’ legs sustained injuries, UFC, Bellator and Combate Americas fight announcements, Lineker signs with ONE, UFC Sacramento preview
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July 12, 2019
Opinion: No one cares about Thiago Santos
How the man who came closer than anyone else to beating Jon Jones will be forgotten.
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July 11, 2019
UFC 239 preliminary card averages 1,145,000 viewers
It was a strong night for the UFC 239 preliminary card on ESPN.
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July 11, 2019
White hints at retirement for Holly Holm: ‘She’s had an amazing career’
"I’m just saying that because I care about her as a person."
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July 11, 2019
Holly Holm ‘still pushing forward’ despite KO loss to Amanda Nunes
"But I just want you guys to know I’m feeling good and I know one thing: I’m still pushing forward."
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July 10, 2019
Chiesa: Sanchez ‘touched my butthole’ at UFC 239
Michael Chiesa had his "oil checked" by Diego Sanchez at UFC 239, and there is evidence to support the claim.
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July 10, 2019
Smith analyzes Jones’ narrow win over Santos: ‘Everybody’s catching up’ to him
"As the game evolves, I don’t want to say everybody’s catching up, but everybody’s catching up."
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July 10, 2019
Masvidal: Askren ‘would have to be a maniac’ to accept rematch
"That dude would have to be a maniac to sign the contract again."
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July 10, 2019
Coach Roufus: KO loss to Masvidal will only make Askren better in long run
"He’s just a special breed and this is only going to make him better."
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July 9, 2019
The Mookie & Crookie Show 27: What fighters should retire after UFC 239
Episode 27 discussion: UFC 239 fallout, retirement conversation of Rockhold, Melendez, sanchez, Nate Diaz/Khabib Nurmagomedov scuffle, more
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July 9, 2019
Covington: ‘I well-prepared’ Masvidal for Askren knockout
Colby Covington takes credit for Jorge Masvidal’s highlight reel knockout win over Ben Askren at UFC 239.
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July 9, 2019
Jones on UFC 239: ‘It doesn’t feel good to be booed’
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones speaks candidly about his performance at UFC 239 on Saturday against Thiago Santos.
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July 8, 2019
Askren on backlash following UFC 239 loss: ‘I probably deserve it’
Ben Askren realizes that his antagonizing ways earned him the backlash he got following his UFC 239 loss to Jorge Masvidal.
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July 8, 2019
Santos tore every ligament in left knee at UFC 239, out at least eight months
Thiago Santos will be away from the Octagon for a long time following his grueling battle against Jon Jones at UFC 239.
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July 8, 2019
Coach reveals Santos underwent surgery on right knee ahead of UFC 239
Thiago Santos appeared to suffer an injury to his left knee during his bout with Jon Jones at UFC 239, but it was his right knee that needed surgery earlier this year.
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July 8, 2019
Progress and Regress: A tale of two champions at UFC 239
Jordan Breen looks back on a great night for Amanda Nunes and a lackluster one for Jon Jones at UFC 239.
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July 8, 2019
Santos says knee injury ‘hindered’ his performance against Jones
Thiago Santos gives shares thoughts on his split decision loss to Jon Jones at UFC 239.
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July 8, 2019
Masvidal on UFC 239: Askren’s just an ‘idiot’ at work, thank god I can punch my co-workers
Jorge Masvidal says he doesn’t have real "beef" with Ben Askren.