Whittaker won a five round unanimous decision over Yoel Romero to win the. He has a record of winning 13 matches. Bisping clipped him. He’ll look for his second consecutive win this weekend (Fri. The craftiest Cuban to enter the octagon. Yoel Romero steps in for an ailing Robert Whittaker at UFC 221 to create a fight more exciting than the original title fight. Still, this is a fight that must happen. Yoel "Soldier of God" Romero MMA Stats, Pictures, News, Videos, Biography - Sherdog. Branch clipped him with his hands. Robert Whittaker will defend his UFC middleweight title against Yoel Romero at UFC 225 in Chicago on June 9. Hall (15-9 MMA, 8-7 UFC) will have an opportunity to take a major leap forward in the middleweight pecking order on Aug. It was honestly ridiculous. Get the latest UFC breaking news, fight night results, MMA records and stats, highlights. : It is time for the main event of UFC 221 for the interim middleweight championship. They're both 2-2 in the last 4. Get the latest news, live stats and MMA fight highlights. ”Fighting Style: Association: 78 inches (198 cm) MMA, Freestyle Wrestling: UFC Team: American Top Team: Nationality: Net Worth: Born Place: Cuban: $2 Million:. 8 percent of voters scored the fight 48-47 for Romero, with the next highest result being 22. His opponent, Yoel Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA), stripped down behind a tarp and hit 205 pounds on the nose. United States. edit : to clarify I meant Bo’s style, they are different kinds of wrestlers. Weidman went down at likely the UFC’s best. Aside from his record, it’s also worth noting that Romero took home a disclosed $350,000 for his most recent title fight with Adesanya after earning $150,000 for his battle with Paulo Costa. The fight aired live on Showtime. The nudity triggered a comedic moment. 488 votes, 155 comments. ET (6 p. Share this article. Yoel Romero and Robert Whittaker at UFC 225 on June 9,. Although I don’t disagree with who is favored, this line is getting dangerously wide for a Romero fight. ‘Toughest fight of my life’: Poliana Botelho sees light at the end of the tunnel in battle against cancerUFC President Dana White has told Cuban middleweight fighter Yoel Romero to keep religion and politics at home, after Romero thanked Jesus Christ following his win over Lyoto Machida in Saturday's UFC Fight Night 70 event in Hollywood, Florida. m. Decision Rnd Time Event; 16 Jun, 2023: V. LAS VEGAS – At 42, Yoel Romero is the current poster child for aging fighters who continue to fight at the top. ”. Rafael Cavalcante, the first man to beat “Soldier of. Yoel Romero looks to make MMA history in final shot at major world title. Romero departed the UFC on December 4, 2020, and was picked up a few weeks later by Bellator MMA. Weidman went down at likely the UFC’s best. Yoel Romero . #10. He currently competes in the Light Heavyweight division for Bellator MMA. anybody, etc). Modern boxing has too much obsession with the 0, if you look at the previous generations it didn't matter as much. Pieter Buist vs. But that did not stop the Cuban wrecking ball, as he’d fight Whittaker again for the title at UFC 225. UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. Despite dropping Whittaker multiple times, Romero lost the fight. ” Yoel: “I mean of course! I think there were like eight or nine punches straight! If the time had not ended, I would have lost the fight. Get the full fight history of Light Heavyweight MMA fighter Yoel Romero. 5. CHICAGO -- For years, Yoel Romero has been one of MMA's ageless wonders. 2. MMAFighting scores the round 10-9 Romero, 48-47 Romero overall. The Tim Kennedy-Yoel Romero match at UFC 178 provided all the excitement fans hoped for, winning Fight of the Night on a card packed with great bouts. Romero entered the night with an impressive three-fight knockout. : 0. Get the latest news, live stats and MMA fight highlights. Romero was just unable to capitalize on this incredibly tentative gameplan by Izzy because he didn't have the gas tank to pull off big explosions that may have stolen more rounds, but he came damn close to winning the "fight". Vadim Nemkov (c) def. John should have realized how badly he fucked up and stopped the fight at the shot to the back of the head and given Kennedy 5 minutes to recover. , featuring a Light Heavyweight title fight as. Get the latest news, live stats and MMA fight highlights. Romero beats no top contenders in UFC anymore, the dude wastes his wrestling talent and goes for a dumb rope-a-dope style boxing not moving forward (except when his opponent is a ultra-washed Melvin Manhoef). He was awarded “Fight of. UFC 248: Adesanya vs. Yoel Romero’s weight of 185 lbs. However, if he wants, he can also wrestle with his opponents. 2 in. 23, 2022) at Bellator 285. Bellator 297 is set to go down tomorrow night (Fri. Published 09/28/2023, 4:11 AM EDT. By decision. Max Griffin by split decision (28-29, 29-28, 29-28) Welterweights Alex Oliveira and Max Griffin brought the heat in the main card opener, with Oliveira snapping a three-fight. Lyoto was born in Salvador, Bahia state, as the third son of Shotokan karate master Yoshizo Machida (町田嘉三), [5] the highly ranked head of the Brazilian branch of the Japan Karate Association. Romero fight? The fight will take place at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. One of the more notable theoretical pairings included ex-Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) title challenger, Yoel Romero, who was supposed to take part in the festivities until he was deemed. str. Perhaps fighting in Europe could be his lucky charm, as he will have the chance to see against the hype of Romero. Romero is a Cuban MMA fighter. In a street fight Prime Tyson or prime yoel, it's hard to say. Miami, Florida. Sergio Pettis vs. . ) County civil court. A rematch with Romero took place on June 9th, 2018 at UFC 225. UFC Fight Night: Costa vs. Yoel Romero thinks Israel Adesanya ’s activity likely cost him against Sean Strickland. . ago. 11:30 p. View the profile of the MMA fighter Yoel Romero from Cuba on ESPN (AU). By . Deanna Bennett +160, women's flyweightsComplete career stats for the fighter Yoel Romero on ESPN. Vadim Nemkov, meanwhile, was the betting favorite at 16-2 overall while. Yoel Romero via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 49-46) - retains Bellator Light. Mirsad Bektic -250. Fighting Style Height Weight; Vadim Nemkov-1. With an impressive record and an intimidating presence, he has captivated both fans and. 0 SLpM - Significant Strikes Landed per Minute Str. 4. Yoel Romero has an impressive physique and strong muscles that he has maintained for more than 20 years. A subreddit for all things Mixed Martial Arts. CHICAGO – Yoel Romero wants to right the wrong of his prior title fight that took place in the “Windy City. He just sat there like a fucking statue for the ENTIRE fight. with one-strike knockout power in all four limbs and an unorthodox style, Romero remains a dangerous out for any. Yoel Romero is a man on a mission after Bellator 285, and that’s to capture a middleweight title that’s so. Apart from weight, other physical attributes contribute to Yoel Romero’s fighting style. Gastelum Apr. Gadzhi Rabadanov. Nemkov (17-2 MMA, 9-0 BMMA) put on a masterclass on Friday when he dominated Yoel Romero (15-7 MMA, 2-2 BMMA) for almost five full rounds to win a lopsided. Romero has KO'd Kennedy, Machida, Weidman, Rockhold, a decision over Jacare and a 48-47 loss against the current champ. The industry pioneer in UFC, Bellator and all things MMA (aka Ultimate Fighting). Robert Whittaker Title Fight Adesanya earned $490,000 when he unified his interim title to become the undisputed UFC middleweight champion by shutting the lights out of Robert Whittaker in October 2019. MAIN CARD (Showtime, 9 p. He’s got some weird form on his punches but damn are they pretty effective. 18-0-0 13-4-0. Fighting Style Height Weight; Vadim Nemkov-1. J. Kinda crazy how well Yoel did in the 3rd round throwing volume and not loading up on huge power shots after 10 minutes of slugfest. 83 m: 92 kg: Yoel. % Total str. Yoel Romero likes the idea of fighting Bellator middleweight champion Gegard Mousasi in Mousasi’s weight class. Stats | UFC Yoel Romero Record: 13-5-0 Soldier of God Height: 6' 0" Weight: 185 lbs. Luke Rockhold: "Why would I fight Yoel Romero when there's no clearcut person fighting Whittaker? Obviously I want to fight for the title if that’s available, I’m not going to f*cking sign any fight. COM; Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler Fight Falling Apart?. str. Yoel Romero celebrates after defeating Lyoto Machida on Saturday. UFC 248 cost: $64. Fight Team: American Top Team (Coconut Creek, FL) Head Trainer: Pedro Lay. Bisping was knocked the fuck out. Romero was released by the UFC in a move which surprised the MMA community. May 4, 2022 1:35 pm ET. I just wonder if he can do that against a Whitaker who can pressure him all the time. In spite of his amateur wrestling pedigree, Romero rarely uses his wrestling offensively inside the Octagon. In addition to his impressive fighting skills, Yoel Romero’s intimidating appearance was further. Yoel Romero 1 1 118 125 0 1 0 0 UFC 241: Cormier vs. I like Romero more than Izzy if anything, and this was 100% on Yoel. Women's strawweight. Yoel Romero is a beast with absolute knockout. With. Ctrl Round 1 Chris Weidman . Matt Erickson. Costa entered the fight ranked No. 400,000: Dollars in post-fight bonuses banked by Romero across his 13 appearances in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. CHICAGO – Vadim Nemkov thinks he’s cleaned out the Bellator light heavyweight division and is now considering a move up to face the big boys after Bellator 297. Not only was Romero’s win against Polizzi his first in Bellator, but his first since stopping Luke Rockhold at UFC 221 in February 2018, a performance that snapped a career-long four-fight skid. Win • Yoel Romero DEF Melvin Manhoef by KO/TKO R3 3:34 . He is a Cuban mixed martial artist and former freestyle wrestler who competes as a middleweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championships. Age. Yoel Romero via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 49-46)View the profile of the MMA fighter Yoel Romero from Cuba on ESPN (PH). Romero was supposed to fight former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Anthony "Rumble" Johnson in the first round at Bellator 258 on May 7 at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut. Joined Oct 27, 2022 Messages 2,856 Reaction score 4,574. Nov 13, 2022 #27. In December 2009, he made his professional MMA debut with a win over Sascha Weinpolter. Yoel Romero took an extra 30 seconds between the 2nd and 3rd rounds of the fight on the stool in the corner which followed a series of disagreements. Fight Team: American Top Team (Coconut Creek, FL) Head Trainer: Pedro Lay. UFC 248 results live: Israel Adesanya vs. That’s Yoel Romero’s story after his third-round TKO of Lyoto Machida in Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 70 headliner Hollywood, Fla. Anthony Smith -260. Chris de la Rocha +100. Also he knows that Yoel is a counter puncher with low activity, and he seriously expected him to change up his style and make him susceptable to counters from a fellow counter puncher, at 40 years of age no less?. Nah. 07, 2020 U-DEC 5. UFC on Fox 11's main card kicked off with a highly anticipated bout between fast-rising middleweights Yoel Romero and Brad Tavares. Yoel Romero Vs Luke Rockhold – Second Interim Middleweight Title Shot Gone Wrong. 14. Get the latest news, live. 14, 2018 Yoel Romero Return: Soldier of God will return to fight Vadim Nemkov in June The showdown pits two of the most dangerous fighters in Bellator against each other. How did the fight go? One thing is for sure, Costa vs. Israel Adesanya Rob Wilkinson 1 0 52 22. Being a former wrestler, he is always a threat on the ground, but in MMA, he has proven to be a vicious striker. Yoel Romero Return: Soldier of God will return to fight Vadim Nemkov in June The showdown pits two of the most dangerous fighters in Bellator against each other. While additional conversations still need to be had, promotion president Scott Coker thinks there are a handful of options for Romero (13-6 MMA, 0-1 BMMA) as he nears a second Bellator fight booking. "You just won the biggest fight of your career, America doesn't want to hear your thoughts on Jesus. Win · Decision · Unanimous. One of the best cards of the year. Apart from weight, other physical attributes contribute to Yoel Romero’s fighting style. One of the most anticipated fights in Bellator history has been canceled. Fair's fair. Odds: Israel Adesanya (-280) vs. Multiple World Championships medalist, won the 1999 World Championships. Champions. Romero, 46, was looking to rewrite a wrong while part of MMA’s No. They landed almost the same amount of strikes (40 to 48 for Izzy) with higher accuracy for Yoel and Romero landed the only impactful strikes of the fight. This bout marked Weidman’s first fight since losing the title to Rockhold, and it marked the peak of Romero’s best career run. While the first round seemed to the advantage of the “Soldier of God”, the former American soldier largely won the second round with a decent. Romero, known as the “Soldier of God,” is bringing his explosive style and Olympic-level wrestling to challenge the Russian knockout artist Nemkov. Max Griffin by split decision (28-29, 29-28, 29-28) Welterweights Alex Oliveira and Max Griffin brought the heat in the main card opener, with Oliveira snapping a three-fight. Yoel Romero and Robert Whittaker at UFC 225 on June 9,. Paulo Costa's career recordRomero vs. Even before the fight Adesanya displayed his calm but show orientated style dancing with 3 childhood friends before getting into the octagon. That cannot be taken away from Yoel Romero, but his long purple patch of. The Cuban came up short against Israel Adesanya for the UFC middleweight title at UFC 248. Romero Mar. Then unbeaten Costa faced former title challenger Romero in the co-headliner of UFC 241 in August 2019. 5 Clifford Starks at UFC on FOX 7 (April 20, 2013) Apr 20, 2013; San Jose, CA, USA; Clifford Starks (center) is helped after he was defeated by Yoel Romero (not. CHICAGO -- For years, Yoel Romero has been one of MMA's ageless wonders. . Yoel Romero. For those who don't know or aware of 52 blocks, I'll explain. Easily outwrestled him then when he heard the boo's just went for the KO and got it. Date of birth: June 20, 1992; Height: 6' 0" Reach: 76" Total fights: 19 Record: 16-2-0, 1 NC Yoel Romero record and bio. Fighting style. In the Bellator 285 co-main event Friday, Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) brutally knocked out a retiring Melvin Manhoef (32-16-1 MMA, 4-5 BMMA) with elbows in the third. What was your job before you started. This lead to Yoel Romero getting the call and despite being on a two fight losing streak Romero would meet Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC 248: Adesanya vs. Yoel Romero said his release from the UFC was "completely unexpected," explaining that he was training with the hope he would be one or two wins from another title shot. Fighter Fighting Style Height Weight; Vadim Nemkov-6' 0" 205 lbs: Yoel Romero: Wrestling: 6' 0" 206 lbs: Fight History. Get the latest news, live stats and MMA fight highlights. Bellator fans are going to have to wait a little longer for the debuts of Anthony Johnson and Yoel Romero. , June 16, 2023) inside Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Ill. At UFC 213, the UFC have once again committed to setting up that played out 'champion versus champion' angle down the road by having Yoel Romero and Robert Whittaker meet to fight over the interim. Fighting style. Romero. What if the hulk-like build guy employed an absolute rage and went forward for a kill 24/7 while having a cardio to back it up. Our staff picks feature includes the consensus picks from MMA Junkie readers. Romero, who has lost two fights in a row, though both by controversial decision, is set to challenge for Adesanya’s title at UFC 248 in March, and though Adesanya is happy with the the fight, he. 0 0 2 of 11 4 of 6. Yoel Romero Palacio (born April 30, 1977) is a Cuban professional mixed martial artist and former freestyle wrestler. Adesanya's fight style is strike-heavy, based in boxing and kickboxing. He currently competes in the Light Heavyweight division for Bellator MMA. Romero has had middleweight and light heavyweight stints recently but has remained consistent with his 205-pound frame in Bellator. All but one of those wins came by. “Keep that stuff at home; religion, politics, all that. 99, but if you spend. As first reported yesterday by ESPN, Romero won a lawsuit against Gold Star Performance Products in Middlesex (N. Honestly, it's like romero just chooses when to end a fight sometimes. Ffs this geezer is a freaking gold olympic wrestling champion and he bet everything on his power punching ( I wouldn't call it boxing or striking). Yoel Romero has doubts 'Rumble' Johnson can make 205 pounds comfortably in Bellator MMA debut. Yoel Romero is also known as the Soldier of God. September 21, 2022 10:00 pm ET. Johnny Eblen needs assurances he won’t be duped out of a title defense before he agrees to put Bellator middleweight gold on the line against Yoel Romero. But the thing is, Romero is a terrifying opponentYoel Romero . April 18 should have been the biggest night of Yoel Romero ’s professional fighting career. Def: 60% TD Avg. Robert Whittaker: Fighting Style. Age. Reach is an essential attribute that works in conjunction with his height. John McCarthy responds to Tim Kennedy's claim his UFC 178 loss to Yoel Romero was a 'robbery' that ended his career. m. He is the protege of the great Fedor Emelianenko and it shows in his fighting style and ability. Yoel Romero threatened the left hook counter throughout the fight, finding it the first time he threw it, but Whittaker’s proactive defense has been one of the strongest parts of his game; Whittaker lowering his level and bringing his head offline as he jabbed or threw the straight allowed him to rack up a meaningful lead on the Cuban, despite his. Known for his explosive power, exceptional athleticism, and unyielding fighting spirit, Romero has become a force to be reckoned with inside the octagon. ”A pair of unique title fights tip the marquee on Friday nightThe main event of UFC 248 was a major letdown and Yoel Romero is putting the onus on Israel Adesanya. Yoel Romero. Current_Individual47 • 6 mo. UFC interim middleweight title bout is only up for grabs for one fighter. Luke Rockhold and Yoel Romero would fight for the interim title, and the winner would fight Rob in a unification bout. Romero enters the fight as a hefty favorite. Dec. Romero won't be fighting for the title. Carla Esparza +300. So on fight night I may be 157 pounds, but only really water cut for the weigh in from 151. Gastelum. Romero charges in ducks under a capoeira kick, taunts Adesanya and lands a left to end the fight. Yoel Romero full fight recap of Middleweight pay-per-view (PPV) main event tonight (Sat. The start of 1999 saw Romero's stock rise higher than ever, as the 22-year-old managed to claim a gold medal at the World Wrestling Championships after beating Khadzhimurad. The hard-hitting middleweight came off a victory over Jacare Souza at UFC 194 and. his fighting style is balls to the wall non stop pressure and that's what makes him so exciting and his body kicks are freakishly powerful, idk how he hasn't broken anyones ribs with how much power he puts into them. m. rockhold himself said he is 205 though. It's truly is like persistence hunting, except it's by pressure and. Costa was awarded a unanimous decision because of a hat-trick of 29-28 scorecards thanks to his relentless striking. 12:01 a. Fighting Style Height Weight; Vadim Nemkov-6' 0" 205 lbs: Yoel. m. Scoring on The Verdict MMA app. Also we know Yoel has cardio issues, so if Izzy takes him past 3 rounds I think he wins and or would finish him. Romero (13-5 MMA, 0-0 BMMA) told MMA. Yoel Romero is currently riding a 2 fight win streak. . Prediction: Romero by decision List Bellator 266: Make your predictions for Phil Davis vs. . The middleweight title bout takes the place of the originally announced co-main event between light heavyweight champ Vadim Nemkov (16-2 MMA, 8-0 BMMA) and Yoel Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA), which officials said in a news release is “unable to take place as scheduled. Reply bobn3. 5"When 13-fight UFC veteran Yoel Romero learned that his time with the promotion was over, he did what he always does in times of strife: He trusted that it was all part of God's plan. No. Yoel Romero reacts to Dana White's criticism of his UFC 248 performance. Dec 16, 2020, 11:45 AM ET. Yoel Romero went to Australia and buried Luke Rockhold in the Outback. Last weekend Yoel Romero failed to make a winning start to his life in Bellator MMA. he was famous for his explosive style of fighting. Miami, Florida. UFC 248 fight card . . Twitter. Yoel Romero just looks like a fighter. Joanna Jedrzejczyk +140 -- Women's strawweight titleBy MMA Fighting Newswire Sep 24, 2022, 3:00pm EDT. Yoel Romero "Soldier of God" AGE: 46 / Apr 30. Johnny Eblen needs assurances he won’t be duped out of a title defense before he agrees to put Bellator middleweight gold on the line against Yoel Romero. The Cuban fighter enjoyed a long career in the UFC. While Costa may vault up a few spots, it will be hard to move Romero down after his performance. 17, 2021 U-DEC 5 5:00 win. 'Soldier of God' is a KO specialist and has claimed 11/13 wins in. 50. Yoel Romero just looks like a fighter. , Sept. Banned. The middleweight title bout takes the place of the originally announced co-main event between light heavyweight champ Vadim Nemkov (16-2 MMA, 8-0 BMMA) and Yoel Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA), which officials said in a news release is “unable to take place as scheduled. His fighting style, fashion sense, the accent, all gold. Yoel Romero steps in for an ailing Robert Whittaker at UFC 221 to create a fight more exciting than the original title fight. ET (6 p. Whittaker and Romero should enter the octagon at around 12:30 a. Romero filed the lawsuit in December of 2017 and as Gold. How to MMA: Old Man Tricks with Yoel Romero The craftiest Cuban to enter the octagonWeidman suffered a bloody defeat at the hands of Yoel Romero at the UFC's historic entry into New York, succumbing to a flying knee knockout just 24 seconds into the third round on the event's pay. Vadim Nemkov peppered Yoel Romero with strikes over five rounds to retain his light heavyweight title in the Bellator 297 main event. Romero, who has lost two fights in a row, though both by controversial decision, is set to challenge for Adesanya’s title at UFC 248 in March, and though Adesanya is happy with the the. There are numerous examples of judges giving close, or not even close decisions to the champ (GSP vs. Date Opponent Res. Whether it’s due to his exciting style or affable persona, there’s a lot for a fight fan to appreciate, so you know it takes a lot. 15-7-0. Fight Schedule; SI. Early on fighting in Europe, the athletic and pure mechanical disparity between Romero and his opponents makes it a bit difficult to find strategic choices. Although I don’t disagree with who is favored, this line is getting dangerously wide for a Romero fight. Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) put on a dominant showing, stopping Manhoef (32-16-1 MMA, 4-5 BMMA) with brutal ground-and-pound in the third round of their light heavyweight contest. Entering the UFC with a perfect 11-0 record in Feb. You might even say Bisping got a slight advantage, as Romero's last fight before the 2-2 was a split decision vs gatekeeper Jacare, and Bisping's was a clear win vs GOAT candidate Anderson. Romero is known for his aggressive style of fighting and makes sure that he is dominant in front of his opponent throughout the fight. Yoel Romero hints at retiring- After breaking Bernard’s record. Bout Billing: Main Event (fight 11 of 11) Pro/Am: Professional; Weight: 185 lbs (83. Romero wants to outdo that. 17, 2019 U-DEC. In. 83 m: 92 kg: Yoel Romero: Wrestling: 1. Farah Hannoun. 'Mr. Junior dos Santos - $10. Romero (13-5), who parted ways with the UFC earlier this month, signed a multifight deal with Bellator earlier this week and will debut in the light heavyweight division in 2021. Alex Oliveira def. We want your predictions for Friday’s Bellator 297 event in Chicago. Yoel Romero has an impressive physique and strong muscles that he has maintained for more than 20 years. Romero (13-6 MMA, 0-1 BMMA), who moved up to light heavyweight when he signed with Bellator, has reciprocated Mousasi’s interest in a fight but is more concerned with becoming champion. Free Fight: Paulo Costa vs Yoel Romero. ago. Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) called for a shot at Eblen’s (12-0 MMA, 8-0 BMMA) title this past Saturday at Bellator 285 after he scored a third-round knockout of Melvin Manhoef. Bellator 297: Yoel Romero gets one last shot at immortality in fighting for a world title at 46 Romero will achieve the remarkable feat if he can defeat Vadim Nemkov on Friday nightRomero made his UFC debut 19 months later with a first-round knockout over Clifford Starks, the start of an eight-fight winning streak that earned him a shot at the UFC middleweight throne against. In other words, you can buy UFC 248 for a one-time price of $64. PRELIMINARY CARD (MMA Junkie, 6 p. 2000 Sydney Olympic Summer Games silver medalist wrestler in the 85 kg weight class. Dec 16, 2020, 11:45 AM ET. mmafighting. More. "52 Blocks" is an Afrocentric martial art that focuses on survival. Izzy spent so much time talking shit about Whittaker, but Whittaker was never scared when fighting Yoel Romero. Israel Adesanya defended his middleweight title with a unanimous decision win over Olympic wrestling medallist Yoel Romero at UFC 248 in Las Vegas. Yoel Romero. Alex Oliveira def. Like: 2Tim Kennedy vs Yoel Romero Controversy: All About the Disputed Stoolgate and Backstage Altercation During UFC 178. Share this on Facebook;In the Bellator 266 main event at SAP Center, Davis (23-6 MMA, 10-3 BMMA) defeated Romero (13-6 MMA, 0-1 BMMA) by split decision with scores of 30-27, 28-29, 30-26, although it wasn’t that close. Kennedy and Romero both took home a $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus for their performances, so maybe that will ease some of Kennedy's pain. str. and I kind of let trying to be more of an exciting style for the fans play a factor”. In his MMA career he has won all the first 8 matches. The performance itself was stellar, with little to no. Daniel James vs. After making his debut with the promotion in. Featherweight. Yoel Romero is a name that resonates within the world of mixed martial arts. Reach is an essential attribute that works in conjunction with his height. All three judges saw the fight identically, scoring the first two rounds for Romero and the final three for Whittaker. Wonderful' beat 'The Soldier of God' via split decision in what was Romero. Romero Mar. The 45-year-old doesn’t pay any mind to the odds, though, and said he’s just focused on delivering a successful. He is way above everyone else in ranking/standing.