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USA Today
30-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Jose Delgado says his 26-second KO at UFC 317 puts him among featherweight elite
Despite the blazing-fast finish, Delgado was denied a post-fight performance bonus. LAS VEGAS – Jose Delgado met with MMA Junkie and other media members Saturday after his first-round knockout win over Hyder Amil at UFC 317. Delgado (10-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC) drilled Amil (11-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) with a perfectly placed jumping knee up the middle in their prelim fight at T-Mobile Arena. Amil hit the canvas, and Delgado had him finished just 26 seconds into the fight. Despite the blazing-fast finish, Delgado was denied a post-fight performance bonus. But he thought getting Amil out of there in a hurry was possible. 'I was expecting war. I was prepared for it. But I'm not surprised. I know how dangerous I am. I know how quick I can get these guys out of here,' Delgado said at his post-fight news conference. The 27-year-old featherweight, who trains with the likes of former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson at The MMA Lab in Arizona, handed Amil the first loss of his career. He also thinks he may have put other 145-pounders on notice. Delgado now has seven straight wins, and all 10 of his wins are by stoppage. 'When I close my eyes and I've thought about this and I visualize, that's what I wanted this moment to be,' Delgado said. 'I wanted everybody to know who I was. I wanted the division to know. I wanted to real ones to know that I'm a real one. I belong in the elite. I'm of a certain class. I'm in the 'A' class, and I want to showcase that every time.' Check out Delgado's post-fight interview in the video above.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UnitedHealth Group Explores Divestment of Latin American Operations Amidst Financial Pressures
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) is one of the best stocks to buy for beginners now. On June 10, Reuters reported that UnitedHealth Group is actively considering multiple bids to divest its Latin American operations, a process it has been pursuing since 2022 following losses that exceeded $8 billion in the region. The urgency to sell its subsidiary, Banmedica, which operates in Colombia and Chile, has intensified recently due to various financial pressures the company faces. A senior healthcare professional giving advice to a patient in a clinic. UnitedHealth acquired Banmedica in 2018 for $2.8 billion. However, 3 years later, the insurer decided to withdraw from the region due to substantial losses, particularly from its Brazilian operation, Amil, which was acquired a decade prior. Despite Banmedica itself being profitable, it is deemed too small for UnitedHealth's overall strategic interests. Banmedica's operations now include 1.7 million health insurance plan members, 7 hospitals, and 47 medical centers, which are down from 2.1 million plan members, 13 hospitals, and 143 medical centers previously. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) is a health care company in the US and internationally. It operates through 4 segments: UnitedHealthcare, Optum Health, Optum Insight, and Optum Rx. While we acknowledge the potential of UNH as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the . READ NEXT: and . Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
USA Today
02-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Hyder Amil wants UFC to book him in arenas: 'My fights are way too exciting for the Apex'
LAS VEGAS – Hyder Amil feels his fighting is for the people, and that's why he doesn't want to fight anymore at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Quickly catching the eyes of many MMA fans, Amil (11-0 MMA, 3-0 UFC) has put on fun showings with devastating finishes and wild wars in his short UFC run. At Saturday's UFC Fight Night 253, Amil defeated William Gomis (14-3 MMA, 4-1 UFC) in a hard-fought split decision that had many watching from home raving over the action. However, not many people got to witness Amil's upset win in person, as he competed at the UFC Apex – which is a UFC owned facility with small capacity compared to arenas. 'My fights are way too exciting for the Apex,' Amil said at the UFC Fight Night 253 post-fight press conference. 'I can't imagine if my last fight was in an arena – people would be going bonkers. Even this fight, also. 'Please put me in an arena. I feel like I fight better with people. It's just always more exciting when you win in front of people. And you know what? UFC is about having spectacular fights. Watch all my fights. Every time I fight, the roof is going off. Just expect that if I fight in an arena.' Amil entered Saturday's event as an underdog, and after losing the first round, he was able to rally back and get a gutsy win. Despite the bout being close, Amil was confident he was keeping his undefeated record that night. 'He might've got gifted that last one, but I was pretty confident I got that because I got the takedown, and I was landing the harder shots,' Amil said. 'Also, I did the featherweight division a favor by taking Gomis out. Every one of my fights is exciting. Come watch me fight. You're going to get your money's worth.' For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie's event hub for UFC Fight Night 253.
USA Today
01-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis prediction, pick, start time for UFC Fight Night 253
Hyder Amil and William Gomis meet Saturday on the UFC Fight Night 253 main card at UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Check out this quick breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom. Last event: 5-0 UFC main cards, 2025: 15-10-1 Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis UFC Fight Night 253 preview Amil (10-0 MMA, 2-0 UFC) steps in for his third UFC appearance, looking to build upon an impressive debut year. In 2024, Amil picked up TKO finishes of Fernie Garcia and Jeong Yeong Lee, the latter earning a Performance of the Night bonus. … Gomis (14-2 MMA, 4-0 UFC) enters on a streak of 12 consecutive wins, having not tasted defeat since 2016. In his lone appearance of 2024, Gomis squeaked by Joanderson Brito by split decision in September. Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis UFC Fight Night 253 expert pick, prediction Filing out the main card is a featherweight fight between Amil and Gomis. Although I'm admittedly not the biggest fan of Gomis' style, I suspect that Amil's aggression will bring out the best of him from a stylistic perspective. Hyder Amil, who faces William Gomis at #UFCVegas103, is officially 0-0 against UFC-level southpaws. It's been over years since Amil's fought a SP, but he showed some solid instincts (especially when it comes to countering kicks and knees) despite his somewhat-usual rough starts: — Dan Tom (@DanTomMMA) February 28, 2025 However, the smaller cage will likely make more of a messier fight than Gomis might want. Add in the fact that Gomis is currently riding one of the most fraudulent winning streaks in the UFC, I'll take a flier on the dogged determination of the undefeated underdog in Amil. The official pick is Amil by third-round TKO. Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis UFC Fight Night 253 odds The oddsmakers and the public are favoring the French fighter, listing Gomis -205 and Amil +164 via FanDuel. Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis UFC Fight Night 253 start time, how to watch Amil and Gomis are expected to walk to the cage at approximately 7:40 p.m. ET. The fight will stream on ESPN+. For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie's event hub for UFC Fight Night 253.
Express Tribune
15-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Exhibit showcases Japan's beauty
ISLAMABAD: The former Ambassador of Pakistan to Japan, Farukh Amil's photo exhibition "Beautiful Japan – Through the Eyes of an Ambassador," featuring a collection of Japan's culture, people, landscapes, and technological advancements, was opened at the Pakistan National Council of Arts on Friday. Secretary, National Heritage and Culture Division Secretary Hassan Nasir Jamy, and Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, H.E. Akamatsu Shuichi inaugurated the show. Amil, who played an important role in strengthening diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Japan, captured these images during his tenure in Japan, reflecting the beauty and intricacies of Japanese life. The exhibition, featuring around 40 selected photographs, aims not only to showcase the beauty of Japanese society and culture but also to reinforce the ties between Japan and Pakistan fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Japan's rich heritage and contemporary society among Pakistani audiences. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Ambassador Shuichi expressed his admiration for Amil's work, noting that his deep understanding of Japanese society is evident in the photographs, as each photograph is a testament to Amil's keen eye and deep affection for Japan. As Japan's Ambassador to Pakistan, he is delighted to see Japan through the lens of someone who knows our country so well, he added. "I believe this exhibition powerfully connects our two nations. It allows us to share Japan's beauty and complexity with the people of Pakistan, fostering deeper understanding and appreciation. It reminds us that despite the distance, we share the values, respect for traditions, love of beauty, and appreciation for the human experience", remarked Ambassador Shuichi. Faruk's talent was even recognised in Japan where he won the prestigious Grand Prix in the Ambassador's Photo Exhibition competition. The exhibition will remain open to the public until 19th February. The gallery is closed on Saturday (today).
