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Kamaru Usman Ends Losing Streak at UFC Atlanta, Demands Title Shot

He signaled his intent to challenge the winner of the Jack Della Maddalena-Islam Makhachev bout for the welterweight title.

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Overview

  • Kamaru Usman secured a unanimous decision victory over Joaquin Buckley in the UFC Atlanta main event.
  • The win ended a nearly four-year drought by snapping a three-fight losing streak for the former champion.
  • Usman dominated the matchup with repeated takedowns, sustaining ground control over five rounds.
  • He demanded a shot at the winner of the upcoming Jack Della Maddalena-Islam Makhachev title bout.
  • Usman revealed that overcoming personal and physical struggles was key to making his comeback.