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Islam Makhachev made Tony Ferguson’s famous threat come true against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302

Islam Makhachev‘s finishing sequence over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 was a pure work of art. To be able to pull off a move like that on his opponent while under massive pressure was a testament to Makhachev’s championship status.

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UFC Urged to Pull 'Switcheroo' and Book Nick Diaz vs. Tony Ferguson in Abu Dhabi

Two MMA legends are in desperate need of a win at UFC Abu Dhabi. You might imagine how the world reacted whenever it was announced that Nick Diaz and Tony Ferguson had both been booked to fight at UFC Abu Dhabi against different opponents, especially considering the two fan favorites have gone so long without returning to the win column.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / May 29

UFC News: Nick Diaz, Tony Ferguson and More Book Returns for Stacked Abu Dhabi Card

UFC Abu Dhabi is shaping up quite nicely. The upcoming UFC Fight Night event is going down on Aug. 3 with Cory Sandhagen defending his top spot in the rankings against the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov in the headliner.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / May 29

UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi to feature Nick Diaz, Tony Ferguson and Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov

Dana White announced the loaded event set for Aug. 3 on Wednesday

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 20

Why It’s Time for Tony Ferguson to Retire

Fighters can go into devastating slumps that ruin their career. Just look at Holly Holm. After losing to Kayla Harrison at UFC 300, her own boss is calling for her to retire.

MMA News / ClutchPoints / March 4

Jake Paul calls out Tony Ferguson for MMA debut

Jake Paul, the YouTube sensation turned boxer, is making waves in the combat sports world yet again. After a dominating knockout victory over Ryan Bourland in under three minutes, ‘The Problem Child’ is eyeing a new challenge – his debut in mixed martial arts, reported by MMA Weekly.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / February 26

Nate Diaz Claims He’ll Make Return at UFC 306: 3 Possible Opponent Options, Including Conor McGregor

Even though Nate Diaz is not on the UFC roster, there’s been no shortage of talk about if and when Stockon’s favorite little brother will return to the Octagon.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / February 1

This Month’s MMA Birthdays: Tony Ferguson Celebrates No. 40

Tony Ferguson spent the vast majority of his career living up to his terrifying nickname. “El Cucuy”—which translates to “The Boogeyman” in English—turns 40 on Feb.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / January 27

Reeling Tony Ferguson On the Mend Following Knee, Arm Surgeries

Tony Ferguson says he wasn't at his best going into UFC 296, where he clashed with Paddy Pimblett. The former interim champion revealed that he'd suffered an MCL tear a month away from his scheduled meeting with “The Baddy.” “F*cked my sh*t up during a practice [session,] MCL tear,” Ferguson wrote on social media.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / January 8

UFC: Khabib Nurmagomedov's Coach Reveals The Truth About Tony Ferguson-Dagestan Rumors

Javier Mendez, the American Kickboxing Academy head coach, has responded to some insane rumors involving Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov. During their primes, Ferguson and Khabib often traded barbs through the media and during press events.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / December 21

Tony Ferguson Shuts Down Retirement Talk

Despite his record-tying streak of Octagon futility, Tony Ferguson has no intention of hanging up his gloves. Ferguson (25-10) suffered a unanimous decision defeat at the hands of Paddy Pimblett on Saturday at UFC 296.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / December 12

Tony Ferguson Stares Down the Barrel of Retirement at UFC 296

Tony Ferguson returns for the second time this year and looks to snap his unwanted, awful six-fight losing streak. Having gone on one of the best winning runs in the company’s history, El Cucuy has had almost no success since May 2020.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / October 3

Tony Ferguson feels the pressure ahead of UFC 296, but is confident he will defeat Paddy Pimblett

A few years ago, Tony Ferguson (25-9) was looked at as arguably the best lightweight in the UFC. He had climbed to the top of the mountain and become interim championship.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 1

What does the UFC do with Tony Ferguson after his sixth straight loss?

This past Saturday on the main card of UFC 291, we saw a lightweight showdown between two fan favorites and OGs of the fight game. Former interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson (25-9) was looking to avoid a sixth consecutive loss as he took on Bobby “King” Green (30-14-1).

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 30