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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Maybe, just maybe, we should be taking a closer look at the guy who keeps overworking his fighters with nonsense workouts. Sam Calavitta and the Treighning Lab paying dividends for fighters yet again. #MMA #UFCAbuDhabi

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

If you believe in karma, an infamously bad guy blowing out his leg during the very first strike he throws in his comeback fight is optimistic. #UFC329 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Frankly absurd that Terrance McKinney has never won a bonus in his 13-fight UFC history. In 26 total bouts, he has never heard a scorecard. Meanwhile, King Green will be seeking his 9th bonus in his 31st UFC bout. The road warrior takes on a living firework to open #UFC329. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

All the AI dramatizations and ads look like absolute shit. #UFCWhiteHouse #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

UPDATE: The result of this #RTU5 bout has been reviewed and CHANGED to a TKO win for Farida Abdueva. She is now 8-1 as a professional. #RoadToUFC #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Farida Abdueva has been advanced forward in the #RTU5 tournament. The organization stated they believe it was a punch that ended the bout and will move forward as such. #MMA #RoadToUFC

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Drama in Macau as referee Lukasz Bosacki makes a fight-ending blunder. Farida Abdueva injures Xiaocan Feng with a legal strike (originally thought to be an eye poke). Despite replays showing a clean strike, the bout is called a NO CONTEST. Nothing short of a robbery. #RoadToUFC #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Say what you will, but good luck finding a fighter at any level with so many quick, technical finishes - let alone a world champion in multiple sports. #RouseyCarano #MMA :25 :49 :25 :39 4:27 :54 4:49 10:58 1:06 :16 :14 :34 :17

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Tremendously skilled bout between Nakatani and Inoue. A tactical showdown with a litany of minor adjustments made by both throughout. One must wonder how it would have looked if Nakatani asserted himself earlier, as he did quite well when leading. #boxing

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Hard to agree with Colby Thicknesse getting a unanimous 29-28 over Vince Morales at #UFCPerth. Vince simply wasn't given enough credit for the adjustments and radical shift in momentum he orchestrated. The 2nd round being the pivotal round - one I clearly saw for Morales. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Great end to a long and successful career for Michael Chiesa. He improved substantially throughout his 16 years as a pro and spent 14 of those in the upper echelon of the UFC. A legacy as an impressive, intelligent fighter and a terrific representative of the sport. #UFCSeattle #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Dakota "Hairy" Bush is 8-0 since exiting the UFC in 2022. He just got a 34-second knockout at #PFLPittsburgh, too. Very Interesting. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

How did Ignacio Bahamondes lose the first round according to judge Mike Bell? The MMA officiating we've been getting between #PFLPittsburgh and #UFCSeattle is worrying.

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

I was baffled when the UFC announced Patterson vs. MVP, surprised the pairing held to #UFCLondon, and remain confused by the matchmaking. An English finisher on a streak just getting towards top 20 opposition put against the master nullifier? Ruined the kid's momentum for no good reason. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

There was a case for Long Xiao being DQ'd in the third round but ultimately it's nice to see repeated consequences for repeated fouls in this one. A nearly 40-fight veteran has no excuse to drive in 3 low blows within 1:30. #UFC326 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

An undefeated prospect who finishes everyone taking the breakable veteran to a lackluster split decision feels like a right of passage at this point. #UFC326 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Terrific organizational debut for Alberto Montes. His striking was levels ahead of Turcios but it was one of his signature chokes he put Ricky Turcios to sleep with at #UFC326. This is a real featherweight prospect of interest. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

One must wonder what Sumudaerji's career would look like if he had more raw power. Excellent showing from Sumudaerji at #UFC326 - his third win in a row and a fairly well-rounded one, at that. 4/4 on takedowns and dominant striking carried by big height/reach advantages. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Herb Dean's indecisiveness as a referee continues to be a regular stain on bouts he has worked in 2026. His decision-making is slow and it feels as though he's stuck playing catch-up every fight. #UFC326 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Rodolfo Bellato surely lacks in some areas but there's no denying his raw power. Despite being down nearly 20-1 in strikes through the first round, only one shot was needed to take away Luke Hernandez's unbeaten record. Explosive start to the night. #UFC326 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Despicable refereeing from Raul Porrata at #UFCMexicoCity. Inexplicably impatient, constantly shouting "fight" and threatening stand-ups. Showed signs of incompetency from his first appearance tonight and it's only gotten worse. Overly involved and ill-equipped. #MMA #UFCMexico

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Regina Tarin and Ernesta Kareckaite just earned a lot of new fans at #UFCMexicoCity. Incredible fight that never stopped for 15 minutes. #UFCMexico #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Brutally late stoppage by referee Kerry Hatley at #UFCHouston. He allowed Josiah Harrell to absorb at least a half dozen shots from Jacobe Smith while being OUT. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Here is that aforementioned brutal finish from Joselyne Edwards. A late stoppage, too! #UFCHouston #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

6 decisions, only 1 finish through the entire prelim sheet at #UFCHouston (Edwards' slam + sub over Cornolle). The six-fight main card opens with Zach Reese vs. Michel Pereira in a potential passing of the torch. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

No win for Gianni Vazquez at #UFCVegas113 but he made a great account of himself as a heavy underdog on very short notice. Aggressive in that regionally-dominant kind of way with something to offer everywhere. I think he'll fit in and grow in the UFC. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

It's poetic in a combat sports kind of way that Saint-Denis is finding a career resurgence thanks to a return to vintage savagery and chaos. He's at his worst when he thinks too much, but I guess that tracks with his history. #UFC325 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Finney showing the world what a high school wrestler feels in their first week of MMA sparring. #UFC325 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Three more Road to UFC winners crowned but hard to see any of the lot in ranked fights. Lui and Nakamura share a litany of defensive flaws. Mar Fan continued his trend of underwhelming victories. Tough roads ahead for them in largely competitive divisions. #UFC325 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Nikita Krylov is a wizened 33 but still has fight left in him. Third buzzer-beating victory of as many #UFC324 fights so far. Appropriately aware and fun call-out of former foe Jan Blachowicz in the aftermath, too. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Alex Perez with the first round finish to cap a rather brutal performance. He hurt Charles Johnson several times, floored him, and generally just beat him pillar to post until referee Jason Herzog stepped in. #UFC324 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Me watching #UFC324 thinking about Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Another buzzer-beating finish, this time for Josh Hokit. There's room to debate referee Mark Smith's timing to step in but there's little doubt to the final outcome. Denzel Freeman just didn't have anything to offer at #UFC324. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Nasty stuff from Ty Miller to open up #UFC324 and the Paramount+ era. He really couldn't miss tonight. 12 years younger than Adam Fugitt, I wouldn't even call it a passing of the torch as Miller already looks to have a far higher ceiling. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

Not the best showing for Naoya Inoue but credit due to David Picasso for a very strong effort. Applied himself well, stayed disciplined, and gave Inoue his most spirited challenge since Donaire in 2019. The stage is now set for Inoue vs. Nakatani in Japan in 2026. #InouePicasso #boxing

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

Safe to say that was one of Junto Nakatani's toughest fights. His 122lb debut is successful, but not without some trouble. #boxing #NakataniHernandez

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

It's fantastic that Alycia Baumgardner and Leila Beaudoin compete for the FULL 12x3 duration in the #JakeJoshua co-main event. There was never a good reason for women to be fighting for less time. #boxing #BaumgardnerBeaudoin

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

A rock placed on his shoe before the fight was rubbed onto his glove in this moment but you people will ignore what's right in front of you. #SilvaWoodley #JakeJoshua #boxing

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Much ado about a "fix" or secret terms for #JakeJoshua but too much legitimacy lent to this to allow. Official pro bout with full-length rounds. If Joshua *were* to do something dumb for financial gain here, he'd have federal eyes on him before he got back to the parking lot. #boxing

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Updated welterweight rankings following #UFCVegas112 but a bit of a strange logjam in the 10-15 ranks. Neal goes UP despite being 1-3 in his last four (finished in two). Covington shouldn't be ranked, yet remains at #14 without a win since 2022. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Interesting road to UFC debut at #UFCVegas112 for Lance Gibson Jr.: • Debuts almost exactly 25 years since his father's last bout in the UFC (Dec. 13, 2000). • One of his coaches? Julia Budd. She is also his step-mother! They even competed together at Bellator 257 - both were victorious. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Long career clearly came to a close at #UFC323 for Henry Cejudo. He put up his best effort and didn't waver for a minute but didn't have many answers for the younger man. Impressive showing from Payton Talbott in many ways. Gritty, fun, and he got better as it went on. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Henry Cejudo just got taken down twice at #UFC323 by Frank Ocean's boyfriend. Amazing timeline we live in. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Merciful stoppage by Herb Dean to save Edson Barboza from more punishment at #UFC323. A scrappy fight, Barboza swung hard early on in an Aldo-like fashion but couldn't hold up to the same force coming back. For Jalin Turner, a relieving fight after a retirement & 1-4 stretch nearly ended his career

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Worth noting how big of a puncher Ibo Aslan actually is, too. He hits hard and amended a regular critique of his at #UFC323 (not letting his hands go enough). It turned into an insane fight but I'm impressed with Iwo Baraniewski's durability and heart in that one. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

UNBELIEVABLE fight between Iwo Baraniewski and Ibo Aslan. Back-and-forth, both men stunning each other multiple times, both swinging for the fences. Only 1:29 long and it's all PURE WAR. Late contender for 2025's Round of the Year. #UFC323 #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Quick start and quick finish for Mansur Abdul-Malik at #UFC323. Hard to say anything negative about a dominant performance that lasted only about a minute. Worth suggesting that such a talent gets moved into more interesting bouts, though. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Emphatic third round finish for Mairon Santos to tie up a fairly one-sided affair. Now 4-0 in the UFC and looking sharper every time he fights. Good showing for the 25-year-old Brazilian at #UFC323. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Mairon Santos vs. Muhammad Naimov to open up #UFC323. Besides the weight miss for this one, I think Santos has a bright future in the sport overall. He's skilled and deceptively poised for a young man of only 25 years old. #MMA

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Talen Guzman @talenguzman.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Yeah, it's holiday time at the #UFC323 weigh-in show. #MMA

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