Stephen Thompson’s decision to cancel his bout at UFC 291 due to his opponent’s failure to make weight shakes up the event. Backstage drama at Spence vs Crawford weigh-ins adds fuel to the fire. Controversial internet personality Andrew Tate launches his own comic book series.
In a surprising turn of events, Stephen Thompson’s bout against Michel Pereira at UFC 291 was canceled due to Pereira’s failure to make weight. Thompson, a veteran in the UFC, made weight as he always has throughout his career, but his opponent came in three pounds over the welterweight limit. Instead of accepting a percentage of Pereira’s purse and proceeding with the fight, Thompson decided not to face his opponent.
Thompson took to Twitter to explain his decision, stating that he and his team felt it was not smart to move forward with the bout. He emphasized that, at his age and with his accomplishments in the sport, he is not interested in being a gatekeeper but rather in fighting for and winning a UFC Welterweight Title.
This unexpected turn of events left fans disappointed, as they were eagerly anticipating the barn-burner matchup between Thompson and Pereira. However, Thompson’s decision highlights the importance of fighters making weight and the consequences that can arise when they don’t.
Backstage Drama at Spence vs Crawford Weigh-Ins
In other news, there was some backstage drama at the weigh-ins for the Spence vs Crawford fight. Former IBF super middleweight champion Caleb Plant found himself in hot water after he was caught on camera hitting WBC middleweight champ Jermall Charlo.
The altercation occurred during an argument between Plant and Charlo and their respective entourages. Plant suddenly landed a clean hook across Charlo’s face, prompting Charlo to retaliate. However, security and their teams quickly intervened, preventing the situation from escalating further.
This incident has added fuel to the fire leading up to the highly anticipated Spence vs Crawford fight. Fans are now even more eager to see these two fighters face off in the ring, as tensions between them continue to rise.
Andrew Tate Launches Comic Book Series
In a surprising move, controversial internet personality Andrew Tate announced the release of his own comic book series titled Top G: Breaking Illusions. The story revolves around Tate’s fight against the dark forces of the matrix, loosely addressing his time spent in prison and the multiple allegations he faces.
Tate expressed that the series is his way of telling his truth and exposing the mental cages that society tries to keep people in. He believes that by sharing his experiences and teaching young men to be strong, he can become a superhero for the youth.
This announcement has generated mixed reactions, with some praising Tate for his boldness and others criticizing him for his controversial past. Nevertheless, Top G: Breaking Illusions promises to be an intriguing and thought-provoking addition to the comic book world.
Stay tuned for more updates on these stories and other exciting developments in the world of mixed martial arts!
