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USA Today
04-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ramazonbek Temirov calls out Kai Kara-France, Brandon Moreno and more after UFC Fight Night 253
LAS VEGAS – Ramazan Temirov beat Charles Johnson with a unanimous decision Saturday to open the preliminary card at UFC Fight Night 253 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Take a look inside the fight with Temirov, who held off a third-round Johnson rally to pick up his 11th straight win. Ramazan Temirov def. Charles Johnson Result: Ramazan Temirov def. Charles Johnson via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Updated records: Temirov (19-2-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC), Johnson (17-7 MMA, 6-5 UFC) Key stats: Johnson won the overall striking battle 87-59. Temirov on the fight's key moment 'I couldn't show the best performance of my career, but I was prepared for three rounds. I'm always prepared for all of my fights. This opponent was a little uncomfortable for me, and I was missing with some of my punches. I could drop him down, but I couldn't knock him out. His style was a little uncomfortable for me. He was doing a good job slipping away from my punches.' Ramazan Temirov beats Charles Johnson by unanimous decision 🇺🇿 Watch our #UFCVegas103 prelims LIVE NOW on @UFCFightPass 📺 — UFC Europe (@UFCEurope) March 1, 2025 Temirov on a goal to get to the top 15 'I'm happy about my performance. He was a tough fighter, and I hope I'm in the top 15 now (after the win). I felt that every time when I was punching him, I was winning all the rounds.' Temirov on what he wants next 'I'm going to be ready for the next one around summertime. I don't care who's going to be in front of me, it can be top five, top 10 , but I wouldl love to fight against top guys because it's going to make me become a champion as soon as possible. … I want to fight against top five guys like Kai Kara-France and Brandon Moreno because they fight standing. I'd love to fight standing – I enjoy it.' To hear more from Temirov, check out the video of the full post-fight interview above. For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie's event hub for UFC Fight Night 253. Gallery UFC Fight Night 253: Best photos from Las Vegas View 105 photos
South China Morning Post
15-02-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Kitchee star eyes Europe move and Uzbekistan call, but praises Hong Kong league
Published: 10:00am, 15 Feb 2025 The revitalised Kitchee striker Sherzod Temirov said he would be on the first plane out of Hong Kong if he received an offer from a European club. After being restored to his favourite centre-forward position, Temirov scored in the recent victories over Tai Po and Eastern that breathed new life into Kitchee's title challenge. The 26-year-old said the level of football in Hong Kong, where he moved in November 2023, was of sufficient quality for his exploits to pique the interest of new Uzbekistan head coach Timur Kapadze. Temirov, who has two international caps, is hoping nonetheless that Kapadze is not the only one watching from afar. 'Every player wants to be in Europe and going there is my first plan,' Temirov said. 'If I have an offer, even if it's a small chance to play, I will go straight away. Temirov, seen here trying to beat Eastern keeper Liu Fu-yuen, is keen for a move to Europe. Photo: Sam Tsang 'I will talk to the manager [Edgar Cardoso] and Mr Ken [Ng Kin, president] after this season and listen to what they say.
