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Brendan Allen claims Dricus du Plessis took the ‘easier fight’ by facing Kamaru Usman instead

Brendan Allen still has his sights on South Africa’s former UFC middleweight champion. Saturday’s UFC Vegas 122 event concluded with another impressive performance for Allen, who made it four wins in a row to defend his No.

MMA News / The Body Lock / October 9

Brendan Allen Claims Champion Ducked Him for Easier Opponent

Brendan Allen claims Dricus du Plessis avoided fighting him in January due to injury Du Plessis went on to fight Kamaru Usman instead, winning by decision

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 29

Usman Breaks Down the Fight Everyone’s Talking About: Barcelos vs Rosas Jr Ending

Kamaru Usman said Raoni Barcelos’ domination at UFC Vegas 121 was expected given the veteran’s toughness Barcelos was winning on all three scorecards (39-37, 39-37, 39-36) heading into the fifth round Barcelos lost consciousness during a Rosas Jr.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 29

UFC legend Kamaru Usman open to fight with YouTube star KSI amid uncertainty over return

Former UFC champion Kamaru Usman refused to rule out a massive crossover fight with YouTube star KSI – for the right price. Usman, who was once calling for a clash with Canelo Alvarez during his UFC prime, was in attendance on Saturday night at Misfits Boxing’s Miami show.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 28

Kamaru Usman says Khabib Nurmagomedov will agree with his take on the ‘top dog’ outside of the UFC

Kamaru Usman has insisted that UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov would be on the same wavelength as him about one of the biggest MMA stars on the planet. Khabib Nurmagomedov, who is regarded as one of the best-ever, has remained ever-present in the world of MMA after the end of his prolific fighting career in 2020.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 17

Woodley On Depression After Usman Loss

Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley says he fell into a deep depression after Kamaru Usman ended his title reign in 2019. Woodley had strung together seven straight victories and four title defenses when he faced Usman at UFC 235, but the challenger dominated across five rounds to claim the belt via unanimous decision.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 21

Usman Advises Chimaev On Costa At Light Heavyweight

Kamaru Usman wants Khamzat Chimaev to abandon his middleweight rematch plans and settle a grudge with Paulo Costa at light heavyweight. Chimaev dropped a split decision to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 in a five-round title fight that went down to the wire.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 6

Usman's Manager Rejects Retirement Talk After UFC Loss

Kamaru Usman will not retire from the UFC despite losing four of his last five fights, according to his longtime manager Ali Abdelaziz. Abdelaziz told MMA Junkie the former welterweight champion remains competitive at the highest level and should drop back down to 170 pounds after testing himself against larger middleweights.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 24

Kamaru Usman considers retirement after Du Plessis defeat

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is weighing retirement after his lopsided defeat to Dricus Du Plessis last weekend. Usman addressed the loss on his podcast, telling listeners he is contemplating stepping away from the sport, per ESPN.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 24

Dricus du Plessis Levels Up Against Usman at UFC OKC

Dricus du Plessis turned in one of his sharpest performances to date against Kamaru Usman at UFC Fight Night in Oklahoma City on July 18, but questions linger about whether the South African truly leveled up or simply exploited a fading opponent moving up in weight.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Kamaru Usman Reflects on Retirement After Loss to Dricus du Plessis at UFC Oklahoma City

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is considering retirement following his recent unanimous decision loss against Dricus du Plessis in their

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 23

Kamaru Usman fought Dricus du Plessis with torn pec at UFC OKC

Kamaru Usman fought Dricus du Plessis at UFC Oklahoma City with a torn pec, according to his Pound 4 Pound podcast co-host Henry Cejudo. The former welterweight champion dropped a lopsided decision to du Plessis on July 18 at Paycom Center, struggling to close distance and implement his wrestling across five rounds despite a late rally.

MMA News / Field Level Media / July 19

Dricus du Plessis returns with dominant decision defeat of Kamaru Usman

Dricus du Plessis leaned on his roots in his first fight in nearly a year to secure a unanimous decision victory over Kamaru Usman in the middleweight main event of UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Oklahoma City.

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 16

Kamaru Usman size concerns emerge before UFC Oklahoma fight

Fans voiced concern over the apparent size gap between Kamaru Usman and Dricus Du Plessis after the two fighters faced off Thursday ahead of their middleweight main event at UFC Oklahoma.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 14

UFC Fight Night: Kamaru Usman vs. Dricus Du Plessis Preview & Storylines

The UFC returns to Oklahoma City for the first time in nine years to host UFC Fight Night 281, where former welterweight champion and sure-fire Hall of Famer Kamaru Usman will move up to make his second middleweight appearance against another former champion, South Africa’s Dricus Du Plessis.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / June 22

How Will Kamaru Usman Fare In His Middleweight Return?

Kamaru Usman is returning 15 pounds north. On Saturday, the UFC announced that the former welterweight champion will headline its Okahoma City card on July 18 against former middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 27

Kamaru Usman Eyes All African Showdown

Kamaru Usman’s hoped-for showdown with welterweight champion Islam Makhachev may not materialize at least not next. The former 170-pound king says discussions with the UFC have shifted away from the Makhachev bout he pitched and toward other potential opponents, including former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis.

MMA News / HITC / February 17

Kamaru Usman targets two titles before retirement

Usman appears to have a clear direction in mind for the year ahead. Islam Makhachev’s team are still pushing for Kamaru Usman to be his first welterweight title challenger.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 16

Kamaru Usman has lofty goals for this year

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman some lofty goals for this year. "The Nigerian Nightmare" plans to end 2026 with two UFC titles. "2026, we want to say, wow, I can't believe you actually pulled that off and went and not only took one title but took two and walked away, "Usman told UFC op Eurosport.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / February 13

UFC Cuts Mohammed Usman After Drug Test Suspension

Mohammed Usman, brother of former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, was handed a suspension last month for violating the UFC Anti-Doping Policy after testing positive for a banned substance.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 17

Mohammed Usman Accepts 30-Month Doping Ban Following Positive Testosterone Test

Mohammed Usman’s UFC career has been put on hold for more than two years. Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) announced Friday that Usman has accepted a 30-month suspension after testing positive for testosterone ahead of a scheduled bout against Valter Walker at UFC Rio in October 2025.

MMA News / HITC / January 8

Kamaru Usman breaks silence after Anthony Joshua video leak

Kamaru Usman has responded after facing backlash over a video he shared on social media. Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash at the end of last year, and all that followed for some time was a short post on his Instagram story.

MMA News / HITC / January 8

What Kamaru Usman told Anthony Joshua after boxer’s horrific accident in Nigeria

Kamaru Usman delivered an emotional message to Anthony Joshua after his car crash tragedy. Just days after Anthony Joshua’s car crash in Nigeria claimed the lives of two of his close friends, the British heavyweight boxer received an emotional call from former UFC star Kamaru Usman.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 28

GSP Urges Kamaru Usman to Make One Last Run Then Walk Away on Top

Two of the greatest welterweights in MMA history just had a conversation that could shape the final chapter of Kamaru Usman’s career. During a recent appearance on a Kick livestream with Adin Ross, UFC legend Georges St-Pierre revealed a private discussion he had with Kamaru Usman, offering advice on how a champion should leave the sport.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 13

Kamaru Usman Eyes UFC 322 Main Event Winner: 'That’s Where I Rightfully Belong'

NEW YORK — Former welterweight king Kamaru Usman has unfinished business at the top of the UFC mountain. As Jack Della Maddalena prepares to defend his title against Islam Makhachev in the UFC 322 main event at Madison Square Garden, Usman’s eyes are locked on the winner whoever it may be.