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MMA News / MMA on SI / April 23
UFC Des Moines reportedly loses heavyweight banger fight

UFC Des Moines reportedly loses heavyweight banger fight

UFC Des Moines is in desperate need of a replacement, following a heavyweight withdrawal. The May 4 Fight Night, headlined by Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figureiredo, was set to go ahead with 13 fights.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 16
UFC contender ‘hires brand manager’ to help him get a title shot in self-deprecating skit

UFC contender ‘hires brand manager’ to help him get a title shot in self-deprecating skit

‘The Sandman’ is looking to try something different in order to finally get another shot at UFC gold. Cory Sandhagen has been one of the top bantamweights in the UFC’s 135-pound division for several years having debuted back in 2018.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 19
UFC star Cory Sandhagen thought he ‘killed’ recent sparring partner after kneeing him in the head

UFC star Cory Sandhagen thought he ‘killed’ recent sparring partner after kneeing him in the head

Cory Sandhagen thought he ended a sparring partner’s life after leaving him vomiting from a knee to the head. UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen is in ‘war mode’ ahead of his return to the cage against Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC Des Moines in May.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 21
UFC Seattle Main Event Preview and Prediction: Henry Cejudo – Song Yadong

UFC Seattle Main Event Preview and Prediction: Henry Cejudo – Song Yadong

Tomorrow night in the main event of UFC Seattle, we are going to see a big time matchup in the bantamweight division featuring two top ten contenders. Former two-division champion Henry Cejudo (16-4) will look to prove that he still has plenty of fight left in the tank as he takes on Song Yadong (21-8-1).

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 20
UFC Des Moines will be headlined by Cory Sandhagen – Deiveson Figueiredo

UFC Des Moines will be headlined by Cory Sandhagen – Deiveson Figueiredo

The UFC is heading to Des Moines, Iowa on May 3rd and today we learned what the main event will be. After an initial report from MMA reporter Leonardo Guimarães, MMA Junkie confirmed the news today that former interim bantamweight title challenger Cory Sandhagen (17-5) will be taking on former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo (24-4-1).

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 17
Merab Dvalishvili’s coach talks Cory Sandhagen, prefers UFC superfight

Merab Dvalishvili’s coach talks Cory Sandhagen, prefers UFC superfight

Coach Ray Longo is thinking out-of-the-box when it comes to Merab Dvalishvili's next opponent. The UFC bantamweight champion faces a problem early on to his title reign, running short on challengers after beating contenders #1-3: Sean O'Malley, Umar Nurmagomedov, and Petr Yan.

MMA News / FirstSportz / January 24
Cory Sandhagen joins Aljamain Sterling to protest Sean O’Malley’s immediate rematch for UFC belt

Cory Sandhagen joins Aljamain Sterling to protest Sean O’Malley’s immediate rematch for UFC belt

The UFC bantamweight division has become one of the most competitive and exciting weight classes in recent years. Merab Dvalishvili claimed the championship by defeating Sean O’Malley, who is now determined to secure an immediate rematch.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / September 17
Sean O’Malley next fight: 3 opponent options for ‘Suga’s’ return, including Cory Sandhagen

Sean O’Malley next fight: 3 opponent options for ‘Suga’s’ return, including Cory Sandhagen

The Sean O’Malley next fight news should arrive before the end of the year. Until then, we look at three likely opponents for the former bantamweight king and recap his frustrating title fight loss in September.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 7
After falling short at UFC Abu Dhabi, what’s next for Cory Sandhagen?

After falling short at UFC Abu Dhabi, what’s next for Cory Sandhagen?

This past Saturday in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi, we saw a title eliminator in the bantamweight division. Former interim title challenger and top contender Cory Sandhagen (17-5) was trying to become the first man to defeat the sensational Umar Nurmagomedov (18-0).

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 6
Cory Sandhagen drops to No. 4 in the rankings, what’s next for The Sandman?

Cory Sandhagen drops to No. 4 in the rankings, what’s next for The Sandman?

Cory Sandhagen’s title aspirations hit a roadblock on Saturday night as he suffered a unanimous decision loss to the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov in the main event of UFC on ABC 7 in Abu Dhabi.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 3
Umar Nurmagomedov stays unbeaten against Cory Sandhagen, calls for title shot next

Umar Nurmagomedov stays unbeaten against Cory Sandhagen, calls for title shot next

In a highly anticipated bantamweight showdown at UFC Abu Dhabi, Umar Nurmagomedov (18-0) delivered a masterclass performance to secure a unanimous decision victory over Cory Sandhagen (17-5).

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 3
UFC Stream: Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov Free Fight Night Watch Along

UFC Stream: Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov Free Fight Night Watch Along

The next bantamweight title contender could be decided tonight at UFC Fight Night: Abu Dhabi, as perennial contender Cory Sandhagen tackles the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov.

MMA News / Wrestling on SI / July 31
Cory Sandhagen on Sean O’Malley: ‘That Would Be An Incredible Fight’

Cory Sandhagen on Sean O’Malley: ‘That Would Be An Incredible Fight’

All that stands between Cory Sandhagen and a shot at the UFC bantamweight title is one victory. The catch, however, is that victory will need to come at the expense of the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / July 30
UFC on ABC 7: Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov Fight Preview

UFC on ABC 7: Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov Fight Preview

In his first fight in nearly one year, Cory Sandhagen will compete in his sixth straight five-round fight against Umar Nurmagomedov in the main event of UFC on ABC 7.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 28, 2024
Cory Sandhagen puzzled by Chito Vera’s ‘greasy hair’ accusation toward Sean O’Malley after UFC 299 loss

Cory Sandhagen puzzled by Chito Vera’s ‘greasy hair’ accusation toward Sean O’Malley after UFC 299 loss

Cory Sandhagen, Marlon Vera, and current bantamweight king Sean O’Malley have been engaging in a mild triangle of banters. While nothing viciously targeted, Sandhagen prefers ‘Suga’ and his chance as a definitive striker in all long runs.

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