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The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Terrifying CCTV captures moment MMA world champion Timur Khizriev is shot five times before he's rushed to hospital
MMA world champion Timur Khizriev was shot five times before being rushed to hospital with terrifying CCTV footage capturing the incident. Khizriev, who hails from the Russian republic of Dagestan, was ambushed by two gunmen in his homeland while unpacking a car. 5 MMA champ Timur Khizriev was shot five times by gunmen in Dagestan Credit: 5 He wrestled with one attacker and was later taken to hospital Credit: 5 The gunmen fled the scene of the crime Credit: Crazy video shows the moment one man charges up to Khizriev, 29, who has his back turned, before blasting point-blank shots into his body. A second gunman then approaches as Khizriev, an unbeaten featherweight MMA champion in the Professional Fighters League, astonishingly manages to grapple with his first assailant. A wild fight then ensues, with the second shooter firing off more bullets as Khizriev rolls around on the floor with the first aggressor. The video ends with both gunmen fleeing the scene, leaving Khizriev in agony on the ground. READ MORE IN MMA He was immediately rushed to hospital after being shot five times. And Khizriev is now under strict medical care, although his life is not in danger. Fans reacted with distress on social media as they flocked online. One said: 'How tf did he survive that?' Most read in MMA Another declared: 'Dude, he still got the takedown after getting shot.' One noted: 'Most impressive takedown of the year.' Conor McGregor's brutal KO named as UFC star's favourite moment 5 Khizriev is a featherweight champ in the Professional Fighters League Credit: Getty 5 He has won all 18 of his bouts in MMA Credit: Getty Another added: 'May he have a speedy recovery.' It remains to be seen if Khizriev competes in MMA again after his gunshot horror. The ace boasts an amazing professional record of 18 wins from 18 fights. His most recent victory came in November when he defeated Brendan Loughnane in Saudi Arabia.
Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Terrifying CCTV captures moment MMA world champion Timur Khizriev is shot five times before he's rushed to hospital
MMA world champion Timur Khizriev was shot five times before being rushed to hospital with terrifying CCTV footage capturing the incident. Khizriev, who hails from the Russian republic of Dagestan, was ambushed by two gunmen in his homeland while unpacking a car. 5 MMA champ Timur Khizriev was shot five times by gunmen in Dagestan Credit: 5 He wrestled with one attacker and was later taken to hospital Credit: 5 The gunmen fled the scene of the crime Credit: Crazy video shows the moment one man charges up to Khizriev, 29, who has his back turned, before blasting point-blank shots into his body. A second gunman then approaches as Khizriev, an unbeaten featherweight MMA champion in the Professional Fighters League, astonishingly manages to grapple with his first assailant. A wild fight then ensues, with the second shooter firing off more bullets as Khizriev rolls around on the floor with the first aggressor. The video ends with both gunmen fleeing the scene, leaving Khizriev in agony on the ground. He was immediately rushed to hospital after being shot five times. And Khizriev is now under strict medical care, although his life is not in danger. Fans reacted with distress on social media as they flocked online. One said: 'How tf did he survive that?' Another declared: 'Dude, he still got the takedown after getting shot.' One noted: 'Most impressive takedown of the year.' Conor McGregor's brutal KO named as UFC star's favourite moment 5 Khizriev is a featherweight champ in the Professional Fighters League Credit: Getty 5 He has won all 18 of his bouts in MMA Credit: Getty Another added: 'May he have a speedy recovery.' It remains to be seen if Khizriev competes in MMA again after his gunshot horror. The ace boasts an amazing professional record of 18 wins from 18 fights. His most recent victory came in November when he defeated Brendan Loughnane in Saudi Arabia.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bo Nickal Sends Blistering Message: ‘Spit in Your Face' While Plotting UFC Comeback
The drama at UFC Kansas didn't wait for the first bell. Before a single punch was thrown, the co-main event between highly touted American rising star Bo Nickal and Reinier de Ridder had fans on edge. The highly anticipated clash brought eyes from every corner of the MMA world—but it was the aftermath of Nickal's first professional loss that truly lit up social media. What came next wasn't just about a loss—it was about a fighter sending a warning to everyone who doubted him. Bo Nickal initially kept a composed demeanor after the bout. But in a video posted to his personal YouTube channel, the former collegiate wrestling champion unleashed a raw and unfiltered message directed at critics. The clip, which was widely circulated and shared by Spinnin Backfist, featured Nickal saying: 'All the negative comments, I look at that and all I say is just like, suck my d**k,' Nickal said. 'At the end of the day, say what you want, but when I get back on top and when I'm the freaking champion of the world, they're all crawling back! And I will spit right in your face. As soon as you crawl back and you know, 'Bo, come give me an interview,' blah blah blah. Where were you? Where were you? And guess what I'm gonna say? 'Okay, come over here.' spits Right between the eyes. And that's how I'll treat you guys.' Despite the backlash and noise, Nickal made it clear he wants to fight again soon. He hopes to compete at least twice more this year, using the recent loss as motivation to sharpen his skills. Bo NickalGetty Images Regardless of who's next, one thing is certain—Bo Nickal isn't going quietly. Advertisement Related: Joe Rogan on Lightweight GOAT: 'It Might Not Be Khabib' Related: Terence Crawford Speaks Out After UFC Blunder: 'That Was No Accident'
Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Beterbiev-Bivol 2 results: Joseph Parker puts down short-notice opponent Martin Bakole with 2nd-round TKO
It wasn't the opponent Joseph Parker was planning to face two days ago, but it was still a good night for one of the heavyweight division's top contenders. The New Zealander defeated short-notice opponent Martin Bakole with a second-round TKO in the co-main event of the Beterbiev vs. Bivol 2 card in Riyadh. The fight ended in slow motion. Parker looked strong in the first round, then landed a shot to the top of Bakole's head that staggered the Congolese fighter, then knocked him down. Bakole's corner threw in the towel rather than let him re-enter the fight. PARKER PUTS OUT BAKOLE#RiyadhSeason — Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) February 22, 2025 With Oleksandr Usyk in the building, Parker called for a heavyweight title shot after the fight. "Who's next? How about I fight for the world title next?" he said. "If [Oleksandr] Usyk wants a dance partner, I'll get Uncle Frank to come in here and lock in a fight with Usyk. I want to fight for a world title. I'd like to be champion of the world again soon." The co-main event was initially announced as Parker against IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois, but that plan went out the window on Thursday when Dubois was forced to withdraw due to an undisclosed medical issues. The turn of events would have been a devastating blow for what was supposed to be the "greatest boxing card of all time," had they not had a capable backup in Bakole. Considered by many to be the boogeyman of the heavyweight division, Bakole was the fighter no contender wanted to face due to a punching power that could end a fight in a second, but Parker agreed to face him. Bakole entered the fight under obvious constraints. He didn't arrive in Riyadh until Friday and weighed in unofficially at 315 pounds, 30 pounds heavier than his weight in his previous match against Jared Anderson. He was carrying a visible amount of extra weight and in the wrong phase of his training, but he still delivered intrigue to a reeling card that also lost Floyd Schofield in the previous fight. Judging from the stoppage, Bakole's corner didn't want him to risk much. That's understandable, and the loss shouldn't hurt Bakole too much given the circumstances. As for Parker, he clearly has plenty of options in front of him after six straight wins, including ones over Bakole, Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang. Check out full results, highlights and Uncrowned's round-by-round coverage for Saturday's stacked Beterbiev vs. Bivol 2 fight card here.
Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Beterbiev-Bivol 2 results: Joseph Parker puts down short-notice opponent Martin Bakole in 2nd-round TKO
It wasn't the opponent Joseph Parker was planning to face two days ago, but it was still a good night for one of the heavyweight division's top contenders. The New Zealander defeated short-notice opponent Martin Bakole with a second-round TKO in the co-main event of the Beterbiev vs. Bivol 2 card in Riyadh. The fight ended in slow motion. Parker looked strong in the first round, then landed a temple shot on Bakole that staggered the Congolese fighter, then knocked him down. Bakole's corner waved the towel rather than let him re-enter the fight. PARKER PUTS OUT BAKOLE#RiyadhSeason — Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) February 22, 2025 The co-main event was initially announced as Parker against IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois, but that plan went out the window on Thursday when Dubois was forced to withdraw due to an undisclosed medical issues. The turn of events would have been a devastating blow for what was supposed to be the "greatest boxing card of all time," had they not had a capable backup in Bakole. Considered by many to be the boogeyman of the heavyweight division, Bakole was the fighter no contender wanted to face due to a punching power that could end a fight in a second, but Parker agreed to face him. Bakole entered the fight under obvious constraints. He didn't arrive in Riyadh until Friday and weighed in unofficially at 315 pounds, 30 pounds heavier than his weight in his previous match against Jared Anderson. He was carrying a visible amount of extra weight and in the wrong phase of his training, but he still delivered intrigue to a reeling card that also lost Floyd Schofield in the previous fight.
