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Mark Zuckerberg Looks Toned in MMA Training Session with UFC Champions
Business magnate Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder, and CEO of Facebook and Meta Platforms, is a social media pioneer and one of the richest men on the planet. Lately, he’s been growing his involvement in the world of combat sports, especially Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts. In a recent post made on Instagram, Zuckerberg looked toned while training MMA with UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski.
Mark Zuckerberg rose to prominence after launching Facebook from the dorms of Harvard University in Feb. 2004. The website proved to be a massive hit and turned Zuckerberg into the world’s youngest self-made billionaire at the age of 23 three years after the launch. In 2012, the platform became the first of its kind to amass a billion users. Zuckerberg capitalized on the success by introducing and buying other massively popular channels such as Instagram.
In Aug. 2022, Zuckerberg opened up on his passion for training BJJ to UFC color commentator Joe Rogan. Other than grappling, he also revealed his affinity for training in MMA with an impressive training update under coach Khai Wu. Zack’s growing presence in the MMA community led fans to speculate about whether he really enjoyed the sport or was simply putting up a charade.
During the build-up to UFC Vegas 61, women’s strawweight fighter Mackenzie Dern claimed Zuckerberg rented out the event. Company president Dana White dismissed the claims but Zuckerberg was in attendance for the unusually private event. Then, he partnered with UFC to offer fans the opportunity to watch events through Meta’s virtual reality on Fight Pass.
Mark Zuckerberg Looks Toned in MMA Training Session with UFC Champions
In a recent Instagram post, Mark Zuckerberg looked toned while training in MMA with UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski.
“No fugazi with Mark,” wrote Adesanya. “This is Serious Business.”
Mark Zuckerberg previously teamed up with Volkanovski for a virtual fight to show off his company’s VR offering earlier this year.
Two months ago, Zuckerberg left the fans stunned by scoring gold and silver medals in his first-ever BJJ tournament contest. Following the outcome, he credited the sport for helping his mental health and providing an outlet for his competitive nature. He even joined forces with prolific grappling world champion Mikey Musumeci for a BJJ training session last month.
Zuckerberg took on the grueling workout circuit called the ‘Murph challenge’ to celebrate Memorial Day last month. The brutal routine consists of two miles of running, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, and 300 squats with a 20-pound vest on at all times.
Zuck got involved in a raging online feud with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, the richest man in the world weeks ago. Musk proposed the idea of facing Zuckerberg in a hand-to-hand combat format on Twitter. Zuck fired back with equal force accepting the challenge using the line from legendary MMA fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov’s famous callout of former UFC champion Conor McGregor. The idea seemed outlandish at first but White later confirmed talks were serious and a showdown between Zuck and Musk could take place.
Whether he ends up fighting Musk or not, Mark Zuckerberg will have surely improved his fighting abilities inside the octagon considering the caliber of his training partners.
Published: 12 July, 2023 | 5:00 PM EDT
UFC 276 Results: Adesanya vs Cannonier, Volkanovski vs Holloway 3
*Results below
UFC 276 features some of the best fights this year.
There’s no doubt about it. If you are a fight fan then you will want to be tuning into UFC 276 featuring middleweight champion Israel Adesanya versus Jared Cannonier, and the third meeting between Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway for the featherweight title. Both matches will likely be intense, stand up battles between some of the best strikers in the world.
How do these great fighters match up? Let’s dig a little bit deeper to find out.
Israel Adesanya vs Jared Cannonier
Israel Adesanya
At this point of his career, Israel Adesanya is trying to cement his legacy as one of the greatest middleweights of all time. While he may be quick to deny this fact, Adesanya has gone on a legendary streak inside the UFC. If he hopes to remain the champion, he’ll have to bring his best against the hard-hitting Jared Cannonier.
Israel Adesanya should aim to use feints early and often. While this has always been a staple to his game, dealing with a powerhouse like Cannonier means dealing with one shot knockout power in every strike. While many didn’t like his approach against Yoel Romero, Adesanya would be smart to replicate the performance. He should aim to throw noncommittal offense to see what Cannonier will want to do. As he begins to draw out cannoneers attack, Adesanya will have a better opportunity to counter.
Jared Cannonier
On the other side of the equation, pressure, pressure, pressure should be the name of the game for Jared Cannonier. Israel Adesanya is adept at dealing with pressure fighters, but nonetheless it’s Cannonier’s best opportunity to win.
Jared Cannonier will want to avoid a cerebral striking match with Adesanya. If he tries to strike from distance and gives out Adesanya enough time to figure out a game plan, Cannonier could find himself way behind in the five-round affair. Cannonier should aim to enter the pocket as quickly as possible, utilizing jabs and feints, while also remaining defensively responsible. Once he does get inside the pocket, he should aim to damage Adesanya’s legs powerful and consistent leg kicks. If he can do this and slow Adesanya down, Cannonier can then utilize his big power while at mid-range.
Alexander Volkanovski vs Max Holloway 3
Alexander Volkanovski
Having defeated Max Holloway twice already Alexander Volkanovski could easily come into this fight with a chip on his shoulder. Fortunately for the featherweight champion, that won’t be the case, as Volkanovski is a consummate professional. His first two bouts with Holloway showed that not only can Volkanovski match the former champion’s pace, but switch gears when necessary.
Like always, Alexander Volkanovski should rely on his fakes and feints, much like his stablemate Israel Adesanya. What he should also add to the game is more front kicks. While he had a bunch of success in the first two fights with leg kicks, he’ll need a new wrinkle to add to his game. Front kicks will allow him to have an extra weapon to attack up the center line. This can either keep Holloway at bay or mask when Volkanovski chooses to throw his leg kicks or body kicks. Volkanovski should constantly break his center line and avoid moving straight in to avoid Holloway’s jab, knee, or rear uppercut-lead hook combination.
Max Holloway
Having lost the first two battles with Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway is going to need to bring something new to the table. While he was a dominant champion during his reign, Holloway usually has one approach to his fights. That is to throw a high volume of strikes many of which are set up by his hands. In his bouts, fence dropping the second fight against Volkanovski, Holloway has shown even more improved skills and an ability to switch up the game plan when needed.
McQueen strategy for Holloway, which worked for him well in the first bout, is attacking the head and then going down to the body. You should also look to start combinations off with his front kick or his inside leg kick. He can use these strikes as throwaways to gauge distance and to eventually drop his heavier shots with his hands. As always, his jab is going to be paramount to his success. He also needs to check leg kicks, and this cannot be stressed enough. He allowed Volkanovski to get off too many flush leg kicks, which eventually hampered Holloway’s movement. Fighting at longer range, just outside kicking range and baiting Volkanovski into counter shots should be Holloway’s main strategy to obtain victory.
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Who do you think wins at UFC 276, Israel Adesanya or Jared Cannonier, Alexander Volkanovski or Max Holloway?
Results
Alexander Volkanovski vs Max Holloway
Alexander Volkanovski defeats Max Holloway by unanimous decision.
Israel Adesanya vs Jared Cannonier
TBA
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UFC 276 Preview: Adesanya vs Cannonier, Volkanovski vs Holloway 3
UFC 276 features some of the best fights this year.
There’s no doubt about it. If you are a fight fan then you will want to be tuning into UFC 276 featuring middleweight champion Israel Adesanya versus Jared Cannonier, and the third meeting between Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway for the featherweight title. Both matches will likely be intense, stand up battles between some of the best strikers in the world.
How do these great fighters match up? Let’s dig a little bit deeper to find out.
Israel Adesanya vs Jared Cannonier
Israel Adesanya
At this point of his career, Israel Adesanya is trying to cement his legacy as one of the greatest middleweights of all time. While he may be quick to deny this fact, Adesanya has gone on a legendary streak inside the UFC. If he hopes to remain the champion, he’ll have to bring his best against the hard-hitting Jared Cannonier.
Israel Adesanya should aim to use feints early and often. While this has always been a staple to his game, dealing with a powerhouse like Cannonier means dealing with one shot knockout power in every strike. While many didn’t like his approach against Yoel Romero, Adesanya would be smart to replicate the performance. He should aim to throw noncommittal offense to see what Cannonier will want to do. As he begins to draw out cannoneers attack, Adesanya will have a better opportunity to counter.
Jared Cannonier
On the other side of the equation, pressure, pressure, pressure should be the name of the game for Jared Cannonier. Israel Adesanya is adept at dealing with pressure fighters, but nonetheless it’s Cannonier’s best opportunity to win.
Jared Cannonier will want to avoid a cerebral striking match with Adesanya. If he tries to strike from distance and gives out Adesanya enough time to figure out a game plan, Cannonier could find himself way behind in the five-round affair. Cannonier should aim to enter the pocket as quickly as possible, utilizing jabs and feints, while also remaining defensively responsible. Once he does get inside the pocket, he should aim to damage Adesanya’s legs powerful and consistent leg kicks. If he can do this and slow Adesanya down, Cannonier can then utilize his big power while at mid-range.
Alexander Volkanovski vs Max Holloway 3
Alexander Volkanovski
Having defeated Max Holloway twice already Alexander Volkanovski could easily come into this fight with a chip on his shoulder. Fortunately for the featherweight champion, that won’t be the case, as Volkanovski is a consummate professional. His first two bouts with Holloway showed that not only can Volkanovski match the former champion’s pace, but switch gears when necessary.
Like always, Alexander Volkanovski should rely on his fakes and feints, much like his stablemate Israel Adesanya. What he should also add to the game is more front kicks. While he had a bunch of success in the first two fights with leg kicks, he’ll need a new wrinkle to add to his game. Front kicks will allow him to have an extra weapon to attack up the center line. This can either keep Holloway at bay or mask when Volkanovski chooses to throw his leg kicks or body kicks. Volkanovski should constantly break his center line and avoid moving straight in to avoid Holloway’s jab, knee, or rear uppercut-lead hook combination.
Max Holloway
Having lost the first two battles with Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway is going to need to bring something new to the table. While he was a dominant champion during his reign, Holloway usually has one approach to his fights. That is to throw a high volume of strikes many of which are set up by his hands. In his bouts, fence dropping the second fight against Volkanovski, Holloway has shown even more improved skills and an ability to switch up the game plan when needed.
McQueen strategy for Holloway, which worked for him well in the first bout, is attacking the head and then going down to the body. You should also look to start combinations off with his front kick or his inside leg kick. He can use these strikes as throwaways to gauge distance and to eventually drop his heavier shots with his hands. As always, his jab is going to be paramount to his success. He also needs to check leg kicks, and this cannot be stressed enough. He allowed Volkanovski to get off too many flush leg kicks, which eventually hampered Holloway’s movement. Fighting at longer range, just outside kicking range and baiting Volkanovski into counter shots should be Holloway’s main strategy to obtain victory.
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Who do you think wins at UFC 276, Israel Adesanya or Jared Cannonier, Alexander Volkanovski or Max Holloway?
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Jon Jones Arrest Details Revealed, Israel Adesanya Weighs In
More details arise in the Jon Jones arrest story and UFC champion Israel Adesanya weighs in.
It appears more details are coming out about the recent Jon Jones arrest. According to the arrest report the situation is far more complicated than it was first given credit. Israel Adesanya, the UFC middleweight champion and budding rival of Jones, had quite a bit to say about the incident.
The arrest of Jon Jones occurred in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jones was there as his first fight with multiple-time UFC title challenger Alexander Gufstafsson was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. What was meant to be a celebratory time for the talented UFC great would devolve in a truly embarrassing arrest for Jones.
A number of news outlets have reported on the former UFC light heavyweight champion’s arrest. But now details of the reason for the arrest and the entire incident are now coming to light. According to TMZ, Jon Jones was apparently very aggressive and violent during the arrest.
During his arrest, Jon Jones allegedly pulled his fiancee’s hair and then headbutted a police car, leaving a dent in the hood and chipping paint.
The Details
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya recently weighed in on the harrowing incident. Adesanya pulled no punches in his own assessment of the situation and had some bold words to say about Jon Jones.
You can see the full arrest details and what Adesanya had to say in the Tweet below.
I’m sure y’all will give him “one more chance” lol. I swear I said he’s gonna fuck up again, he can’t help it. Now here we are. I’ve made mistakes in my time, I learn from them. I don’t think this is the first time this has happened in his house. But yea…posi vibez goiz ?✨ pic.twitter.com/i6i3N6O3s3
— Israel Adesanya (@stylebender) September 28, 2021
From the looks of things, Jon Jones has a bit more than just a drinking problem.
Some of the rash actions of Jon Jones have been captured in the past in the documentary The Hurt Business. It appears that the former UFC champion is still battling demons.
Do you think this latest incident should get Jon Jones released from the UFC?
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