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USA Today
07-08-2025
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- USA Today
Payton Talbott teases UFC fight news: 'I'm going to get what I wished for'
Payton Talbott thinks dropped a name in the octagon to Joe Rogan after his UFC 317 win over Felipe Lima in June, and now it might become a reality. After bouncing back from his first career loss with a unanimous decision over Lima during International Fight Week, Talbott (10-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) called for a showdown with fellow bantamweight striking Adrian Yanez (17-6 MMA, 6-3 UFC) for later this year. According to Talbott, UFC matchmakers are seemingly into his idea, and it might not be long before the fight is officially offered and signed. "I think I'm going to get what I wished for," Talbott told MMA Junkie Radio. "Things are looking good for that. Hopefully November, Madison Square Garden, and things should be good for then. We're definitely working on it." Talbott, 26, was touted as one of MMA's brightest prospects prior to losing his unbeaten record to Raoni Barcelos at UFC 311 in January. He's back on track now, though, and a matchup with Yanez would provide the opportunity to build more momentum toward where he wants to be – at the top. "I think if I keep doing my job right," Talbott said. "Keep putting my head down and staying focused, it could be around two-and-a-half years, two years (until I'm champion)."
USA Today
30-06-2025
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- USA Today
Payton Talbott welcomes progression against opponent like\u00a0Cody Garbrandt after UFC 317
LAS VEGAS – Payton Talbott met with MMA Junkie and other media members Saturday after his unanimous decision upset win over Felipe Lima at UFC 317. Talbott (10-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) bounced back from the first loss of his career earlier this year against Raoni Barcelos, which was one of the biggest upset outcomes in UFC history. He outworked Lima (14-2 MMA, 2-1 UFC) (UD) to open the pay-per-view main card at T-Mobile Arena. Afterward, Talbott said with the weight of his first loss gone, he's ready to make some leaps at bantamweight. 'I think this is probably the biggest win (of my career),' Talbott said. 'It makes me feel the most like a fighter that I've ever felt. … I feel like I'm kind of back on track, and that's what's most important to me. The weight's been lifted off my shoulders, I proved something to myself and I'm just going to keep going with this momentum. 'I'm not scared of that fight (against Garbrandt). I said Adrian Yanez's name, but I heard he's working on something with somebody. I'm sure that fight will happen eventually. I'm not scared of anybody. I'm here to fight. I'm not ducking anybody. I'm sure at some point in my career, I'll want that rematch with Barcelos. But yeah – I'm down (for Garbrandt).' Check out Talbott's post-fight interview in the video above.
USA Today
29-06-2025
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- USA Today
UFC 317 results: Payton Talbott upsets Felipe Lima in bounce-back victory
Payton Talbott has bounced back. One of the UFC's fastest-rising stars in terms of popularity, Talbott (10-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) successfully rebounded Saturday at UFC 317 when he upset former OKTAGON champion Felipe Lima (14-2 MMA, 2-1 UFC) with a unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) victory. The bantamweight bout kicked off the UFC 317 main card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. A scrambly opening five minutes saw Lima take Talbott to the canvas multiple times and even take his back at one point. But Talbott stayed composed and utilized his aggressive striking Round 2, during which he mounted Lima though could not finish. In Round 3, Talbott overcame some Lima success early to outbattle the Brazilian late in the fight – and subsequently get the nod from all three judges. Talbott, 26, turned heads for his flashy fighting style and unique personality coming out of Dana White's Contender Series in 2023. Following wins over Nick Aguirre, Cameron Saaiman, and Yanis Ghemmouri, Talbott lost for the first time as a pro vs. Raoni Barcelos in January. Lima, 27, loses for the first time since his pro debut in August 2015. Lima defeated Muhammad Naimov and Miles Johns in the UFC prior to Saturday's fight. Up-to-the-minute UFC 317 results:
USA Today
28-06-2025
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- USA Today
Payton Talbott vs. Felipe Lima prediction, pick, start time for UFC 317
Payton Talbott and Felipe Lima meet Saturday in the main card opener of UFC 317 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Check out this quick breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom. Last event: 5-1 UFC main cards, 2025: 62-45-1 Payton Talbott vs. Felipe Lima UFC 317 preview Talbott (9-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) will look to rebound from the first loss of his professional career. At UFC 311 in January, Talbott dropped a unanimous decision to Raoni Barcelos. In his first three UFC appearances, Talbott finished each opponent, turning away Nick Aguirre, Cameron Saaiman and Yanis Ghemmouri. ... After dropping his pro debut, Lima (14-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC) has not tasted defeat since. He's won his first two UFC bouts by submitting Muhammad Naimov and winning a unanimous decision over Miles Johns. Payton Talbott vs. Felipe Lima UFC 317 expert pick, prediction Kicking off the paid portion of the card is a prospects battle at bantamweight between Payton Talbott and Felipe Lima. Although it feels like the public has started to turn on Talbott since suffering a vet lesson at the hands of Raoni Barcelos earlier this year, I can't say that I disagree with him being a slight underdog in this spot. I'm a fan of Talbott's style, but Lima has been a fighter I've had my eye on for some time, as he was prominently featured in my prospects to watch column prior to his arrival in the UFC. Lima's striking reminded me of a slightly more dynamic and polished version of Thomas Almeida's striking when he was first stepping onto the UFC stage and has since demonstrated his underrated ground game. Traveling and training with the likes of Khamzat Chimaev and others at places like Allstars Training Center and Bangtao Muay Thai, everything from Lima's wrestling to conditioning appears to be getting better each time out. I'll be curious to see what kind of improvements Talbott was able to make to his defensive wrestling and tactics since his first pro defeat, but I think that the takedowns will be a big back-pocket option for Lima down the stretch. The pick is Lima by unanimous decision. Payton Talbott vs. Felipe Lima UFC 317 odds The oddsmakers and the public are favoring the Brazilian fighter, listing Lima -194 and Talbott +150 via FanDuel. Payton Talbott vs. Felipe Lima UFC 317 start time, how to watch As the main card opener, Talbott and Lima are expected to walk to the cage at approximately 10:10 p.m. ET. The fight broadcasts on ESPN+ pay-per-view.
USA Today
28-06-2025
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- USA Today
Henry Cejudo 'really surprised' UFC decided to match up Payton Talbott with Felipe Lima
Henry Cejudo sees Felipe Lima as a stern test for Payton Talbott's bounce-back fight. Talbott (9-1 MMA, 3-1 UFC) will look to rebound from his first-career loss when he takes on the streaking Lima (14-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC) in Saturday's UFC 317 (pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+) main card opener at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Talbott said during Wednesday's media day that he didn't think the UFC originally wanted to match him up with Lima, as he only got news of his opponent less than three weeks ago. Cejudo admits he didn't expect Lima for Talbott next. "People are very high on Lima," Cejudo said on his "Pound 4 Pound" podcast with Kamaru Usman. "He's only lost his debut. He's been on a 14-fight win streak since losing. I'm really surprised the UFC is actually putting this matchup together. Payton Talbott at one point was the hottest prospect at 135 pounds because he's just different – he's got the hair, he's got the whole circle (tattoo), he's finishing people. But then his last fight, it just took a turn. It took a turn for the worse, and he ended up getting pretty much dominated by (Raoni) Barcelos. I think a lot of people are seeing that a little bit different." Talbott is a slight underdog against Lima, which Cejudo finds surprising – especially with how Talbott was running through people before losing to Raoni Barcelos. "It was a lot of what happened to 'Robocop' (Gregory Rodrigues) somewhat happened to Talbott, but I just feel like people are really sleeping on Payton," Cejudo continued. "The only reason why I say that is because he is the underdog with Felipe. That's something to be said. How do you go from being the biggest prospect, and now they're giving you a matchup where you're not the favorite?"
