Contracts need to change. Artem Lobov had a pro kickboxing fight at an Enfusion event in Dublin, Ireland, in July, 5th, 2014, at 160 lbs, against Justin Doyle, winning by first round TKO. He leaves the promotion with a 2-5 record inside the Octagon. And by the sounds of things, that won't take long. He wanted to fight in March, but the UFC wanted him to wait until April. After a decade of on-line operation BJP has evolved into the most reliable destination for all of your MMA needs. Featherweight Artem Lobov, longtime teammate and sparring partner of Conor McGregor, told ESPN on Tuesday that he was granted his release from the UFC after recently requesting it. he wants to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov’s teammate Zubaira Tukhugov, Tukhugov will be staying under the UFC umbrella. On Tuesday, the Nevada Athletic Commission suspended Tukhugov for a year for his part in the brawl at T-Mobile Arena, so that grudge match will have to wait for now. Lobov told ESPN on Tuesday that he was granted his release from the promotion after recently requesting it. Lobov has confirmed that he has been released by the UFC after recently requesting to … Artem Lobov’s time with the UFC has come to an end. Malinagi and Khan I am ready to go next saturday, where are yous at??!! Artem Lobov is no longer with the UFC. SHARES. He trains and coaches the client on a daily basis. I mean that would be exactly (read: not at all) like Tom Brady being released from the Patriots or the Spurs telling Tim Duncan to take a hike in 2012. He had three fights left on his deal. Wow, I never thought I would see the day that Artem Lobov released from UFC was a headline. 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The UFC apparently wanted to add Lobov to a yet-to-be-determined card in April. Straight Blast Gym (SBG) staple holds a professional record of 13-15-1 and 2-5 inside the Octagon. Artem Lobov official Sherdog mixed martial arts stats, photos, videos, breaking news, and more for the Featherweight fighter from Ireland. Andrade's crazy body shots TheMacLife’s Oscar Willis revealed the news on Tuesday that the Straight Blast Gym (SBG) staple had asked for his release from the promotion and he got it. BJ "The Prodigy" Penn. The Ultimate Fighter season 22 alum and UFC featherweight prospect Artem Lobov is released from the UFC according to ESPN’s Ariel Helwani. Lobov, 32, told ESPN he is looking to secure MMA, boxing and kickboxing contracts, though he hasn't signed with anyone just yet. He leaves the UFC on a three-fight losing streak, most recently dropping a unanimous decision to Michael Johnson in October. Lobov, 32, told ESPN he is looking to secure MMA, boxing and kickboxing contracts, though he hasn't signed with anyone just yet. Lobov told ESPN on Tuesday that he was granted his release from the promotion after recently requesting it. Locked and loaded, ready to take on anyone and everyone!!! Lobov would lose his elimination bout but be brought back where he would then go on to win his way to the finals. He most recently lost to Michael Johnson by unanimous decision last October. He said the UFC wanted to add him to a yet-to-be announced fight card in April; however, Lobov didn't want to wait that long and asked to be released from his contract. Artem Lobov released by UFC after request Say what you will about Artem Lobov but he never backed down from a fight. Though he benefitted from his association with fellow Irish star Conor McGregor, Lobov hasn't taken as much advantage of his opportunities in big events. The 32-year-old is reportedly hoping to get new contracts in mixed martial arts, boxing and kickboxing. Artem Lobov Rematches Jason Knight At BKFC 9! The 32-year old has said in the past that he wants to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov’s teammate Zubaira Tukhugov and he doesn’t care where it happens. Buakaw, Senchai….send them my way, it would be a huge honour to share the ring with them!!! I mean that would be exactly (read: not at all) like Tom Brady being released from the Patriots or the Spurs telling Tim Duncan to take a hike in 2012. Your email address will not be published. Lobov now gets to take his pick for what’s next. Artem Lobov 's UFC run has come to an end. Now very one-sided, promotion can cut u anytime without additional cost. At UFC 223, the Russian-Irishman was supposed to take on Alex ‘Bruce LeeRoy’ Caceres. Say what you will about Artem Lobov but he never backed down from a fight. Lobov also set his sights on boxers Paulie Malignaggi and Amir Khan. He leaves the promotion with a 2-5 record inside the Octagon. I can confirm Artem Lobov has requested and been granted his release by the UFC. The two were scheduled to fight at UFC Moncton in October 2018 but Tukhugov wound up being pulled from it due to his involvement in the UFC 229 post-fight brawl. The featherweight has especially struggled in UFC, losing five of his seven fights since debuting with the organization in 2015. Lobov entered into UFC in 2015 after appearing in Season 22 of “The Ultimate Fighter,” where he was in team Conor Mcgregor. by Outside Source January 29, 2019, 5:30 pm. 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Who wants it!?! Lobov, of course, is best known for being one of Conor McGregor’s best friends as well as main training partners. He has also developed a reputation for fighting anyone, anytime, which turned him into a fan favorite. This article first appeared on BJPenn.com on 1/29/2019. Holding a 13-15-1 professional record, Lobov entered the UFC through the aforementioned 22nd season of TUF as he was a part of Team McGregor. Follow him on Twitter at @arielhelwani. Lobov has a 13-15-1 career record (one no-contest) in MMA, dating back to 2010. Founded in 2009, MiddleEasy.com provides UFC News daily MMA News, Fight Results, Street Fights, MM Rumors, Interviews, Analysis and complete coverage of the MMA sports. On Tuesday January 29th Artem Lobov was released from the ufc. Lobov has developed a cult-like following despite his 13-15-1 (1 no contest) record. ”The Russian Hammer” announced his free agency with a storm of tweets, and he was clearly excited at all the possibilities ahead of him in MMA and … He has also developed a reputation for fighting anyone, anytime, which turned him into a fan favorite.