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Burns vs Carneiro Signed for UFC 85
Burns vs Carneiro Signed for UFC 85
Thomas Gerbasi, UFC - In MMA, one man's misfortune is another's big chance, and with an injured rib forcing Ryo Chonan out of June 5th's UFC 85 card at the O2 Arena in London, England, newcomer Kevin Burns will make his Octagon debut against veteran Roan Carneiro in a welterweight bout.
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Roan Carneiro vs Kevin Burns UFC 85 fight latest fight card change
MMA Mania — Kevin Burns (4-1) will make his Octagon debut at UFC 85: “Bedlam” at the O2 Arena in London, England, on June 7, stepping up on short notice to take on Roan Carneiro (12-6) in a welterweight tilt, according to UFC.com. Burns replaces an injured Ryo Chonan — no specific details of the injury were revealed at this time. It’s the latest hit to a card that has been hit hard –- early an often -– with injuries and replacements. Here’s his take on the big opportunity: “He is an extremely tough opponent with great wrestling skills and top positioning. He is definitely looking to take his fights to the ...

Roan Carneiro vs Kevin Burns UFC 85 fight latest fight card change
MMAdness — Kevin Burns (4-1) will make his Octagon debut at UFC 85: “Bedlam” at the O2 Arena in London, England, on June 7, stepping up on short notice to take on Roan Carneiro (12-6) in a welterweight tilt, according to UFC.com. Burns replaces an injured Ryo Chonan — no specific details of the injury were revealed at this time. It’s the latest hit to a card that has been hit hard –- early an often -– with injuries and replacements. Here’s his take on the big opportunity: “He is an extremely tough opponent with great wrestling skills and top positioning. He is definitely looking to take his fights ...

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