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UFC Nashville fight weeks rolls on with two days to go before fight night. This upcoming weekend, the famous Octagon touches down in The Music City of Nashville, TN.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 3

‘Weight Bully’ Paddy Pimblett Gets Surprising Challenge Despite Chasing Ilia Topuria Superfight

Top 10 lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett was present at UFC 317 when Ilia Topuria brutally knocked out Charles Oliveira for the vacant title. The Scouser then walked into the octagon and engaged in an intense face-off with the newly crowned featherweight champion.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 17

UFC Legend Claims Kamaru Usman Borrowed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Game-Changing Technique to Overwhelm Buckley

Long compared to ex-UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov for his dominance during his prime, Kamaru Usman has taken a leaf from the Russian’s playbook for his return, according to the veteran Chael Sonnen.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16

Joaquin Buckley savagely responds to Israel Adesanya with UFC star he should hate more than him

Joaquin Buckley made a hater out of Israel Adesanya at UFC Atlanta. Riding a six-fight win streak, the #7 UFC Welterweight contender fell short in the headliner of UFC Atlanta where he battled former champion and pound-for-pound king Kamaru Usman.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 16

After falling short at UFC Atlanta, what’s next for Joaquin Buckley?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC Atlanta, we saw a big time matchup in the welterweight division. Former champion and divisional great Kamaru Usman (21-4) made his return as he took on surging top contender Joaquin Buckley (21-7).

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 16

UFC Atlanta crowd sets the bar high by shattering gate and attendance records

The city of Atlanta roared to life on June 14, 2025, as UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Buckley shattered records and expectations, cementing its place as one of the most electrifying events in UFC history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 16

Former UFC double champion claims UFC Atlanta judge ‘should never judge again’ after main event scorecard

Henry Cejudo has taken aim at Mike Bell for his scoring of the UFC Atlanta main event between Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley. This past Saturday, the premier promotion returned to Atlanta for UFC Atlanta with a welterweight main event between former champion Kamaru Usman and soaring contender Joaquin Buckley.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 16

Joaquin Buckley releases statement after UFC Atlanta loss to Kamaru Usman

Welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley faced former champion Kamaru Usman in the UFC Atlanta main event this past Saturday and came up on the wrong side of a unanimous decision. Usman dominated the first four rounds of the five-round fight with his takedown and grappling ability.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / June 16

UFC Atlanta: Interesting Tidbits About Fighters on June 14 Show

For its fifth visit to Atlanta, the UFC delivered on a stirring clash between two of the top welterweights on the planet when Kamaru Usman returned from a nearly two-year layoff in the UFC Atlanta to defeat the hulking Joaquin Buckley.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 15

Joaquin Buckley breaks social media silence after UFC Atlanta loss to Kamaru Usman snaps welterweight win streak

UFC welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley issued his first public remarks after UFC Atlanta. Joaquin Buckley fell just short of a potential welterweight title shot in losing to Kamaru Usman in the UFC Atlanta headliner on Saturday.

MMA News / HITC / June 15

UFC star makes bold Islam Makhachev prediction after Kamaru Usman vs Joaquin Buckley

UFC winner sees little threat for Islam Makhachev in potential matchups with Kamaru Usman or Joaquin Buckley. The welterweight division took center stage during Saturday’s UFC Fight Night in Atlanta, with a former champion aiming to prove he still has a place among the elite.

MMA News / Field Level Media / June 15

Kamaru Usman snaps Joaquin Buckley’s streak at UFC Fight Night

Kamaru Usman returned to the win column Saturday night in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Atlanta, Ga., securing a unanimous decision over Joaquin Buckley 49-46, 49-46, 48-47.

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MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 14

UFC Atlanta: Usman vs. Buckley live results

State Farm Arena in Atlanta hosts tonight's UFC on ESPN: Usman vs. Buckley fight card. The event is headlined by a welterweight bout between former champion and No.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 13

UFC Atlanta fight picks & predictions for Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley

The UFC is in Atlanta this weekend for another UFC Fight Night event, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 fights on the card.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 13

Joaquin Buckley snubs UFC champ with surprising pick for best welterweight

There’s a new wave of contenders at welterweight and Joaquin Buckley is one of them. Over the last year, we’ve seen a massive turnover at 170 lbs with veterans like Leon Edwards, Colby Covington, Gilbert Burns and Stephen Thompson dropping their last fights to top prospects.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 13

UFC Atlanta Purse and Payouts: Estimated Earnings for Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley Revealed

Likely on his retirement tour beginning this weekend, ex-welterweight champion Kamaru Usman headlines once again in a pivotal showdown against the surging Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 13

UFC Atlanta: Usman vs. Buckley weigh-in results

State Farm Arena in Atlanta hosts Saturday's UFC on ESPN: Usman vs. Buckley fight card. The event is headlined by a welterweight bout between former champion and No.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 13

Pros Pick Kamaru Usman Vs. Joaquin Buckley Winner – ‘By Knockout’

The former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman takes on Joaquin Buckley on June 14, as MMA insiders gave their predictions. Usman arrives into the fight, having not been in the Octagon since his UFC 294 loss to Khamzat Chimaev in October 2023.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 12

UFC Atlanta headliner's iconic knockout is one of the best in MMA history

Headed into the biggest fight of his career at UFC Atlanta this weekend, Joaquin Buckley’s first UFC victory still stands as one of the greatest knockouts in the promotion’s history.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 12

UFC Atlanta: Start Time Of Kamaru Usman Vs. Joaquin Buckley In 20+ Countries Including USA, UK, And Brazil

Time doesn’t slow down in the UFC. Just weeks after the fireworks of UFC 316, fans are gearing up for another thrilling night, this time in Atlanta. UFC

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 9

UFC Fight Night – Kamaru Usman vs Joaquin Buckley: Preview & Betting Tips

In what promises to be a fiery clash at UFC Fight Night in Atlanta, former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman returns to the Octagon to face the surging Joaquin Buckley at 170-pounds.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 1

UFC 316 star told opponent he had a nose booger just seconds before shocking one-punch KO

UFC 316 star Kevin Holland made himself into a household name against Joaquin Buckley. Years before Kevin Holland and Joaquin Buckley proved themselves as two of the most dangerous fighters on the UFC roster, they clashed in a showcase bout at the Apex with no live spectators.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 31

Top UFC contender Joaquin Buckley signs off on Islam Makhachev's move to welterweight

Joaquin Buckley is under a month away from fighting Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC Atlanta. In doing so, Buckley has begun to scout out some new additions to the welterweight division, including recently-vacated former UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

Joaquin Buckley leaks UFC's plans in cold message to UFC 315 headliners

Joaquin Buckley isn't taking his foot off the gas. Making a monumental comeback, 'New Mansa' headlines UFC Atlanta opposite Kamaru Usman this June. He's already rallying for an undisputed title shot.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / December 17

After his big win at UFC Tampa, what’s next for Joaquin Buckley?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC Tampa, we saw a big time welterweight matchup. Former interim welterweight champion Colby Covington (17-5) was returning for the first time since his title loss last December and he took on “New Mansa” Joaquin Buckley (21-6).

MMA News / Field Level Media / November 2

Ian Machado Garry-Joaquin Buckley to headline UFC Tampa

After pushing for months to get a shot at Colby Covington, Ireland's Ian Machado Garry is getting to headline the UFC's final card in 2024. But it won't be against Covington.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / October 7

After huge knockout at UFC 307, what’s next for Joaquin Buckley?

This past Saturday in the featured prelim of UFC 307, we saw a big time matchup in the welterweight division. Former title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson (17-8-1) was taking on surging contender Joaquin “New Mansa” Buckley (20-6).