UFC veterans in MMA, karate and bareknuckle action May 1-2
Several UFC veterans are competing in various combat sports events from May 1-2, including bareknuckle MMA, MMA, and other disciplines. Events feature fighters like John Teixeira, Jonathan Wilson, Sabah Homasi, and Anthony Njokuani, all of whom have past UFC experience but are now active on the regional and bareknuckle circuits. These appearances highlight the continued careers of former UFC athletes outside the promotion.
- ▪John Teixeira, Jonathan Wilson, Sabah Homasi, and Anthony Njokuani are among the UFC veterans fighting in Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA on May 1.
- ▪Anthony Njokuani has a record of 2-2 in bareknuckle MMA since leaving the UFC.
- ▪Recent results show mixed outcomes for UFC veterans, including losses by Armen Petrosyan, Kazula Vargas, and Josefine Knutsson in regional events.
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