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No-shows loss in London
Hooker lost to Arnold Allen via TKO (punches) at 2:33 of Round 1 at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in London.
ANALYSIS
This was probably Hooker's last chance to remain relevant in the UFC, and to say it didn't go well would be the understatement of the century. Like his fight against Islam Makhachev this past October, Hooker again appeared overwhelmed inside the Octagon, and to some extent, like he didn't want to be there. He ate dozens and dozens of unanswered strikes and would have been finished far earlier were it not for his trademark durability. Hooker looks confused and hesitant while fighting, and that's not the place you want to be with world-class competition standing across from you. Allen is really good, but Hooker's career has completely fallen apart on him in a span of about 18 months. He's 1-4 in his last five fights dating back to June 2020.
This was probably Hooker's last chance to remain relevant in the UFC, and to say it didn't go well would be the understatement of the century. Like his fight against Islam Makhachev this past October, Hooker again appeared overwhelmed inside the Octagon, and to some extent, like he didn't want to be there. He ate dozens and dozens of unanswered strikes and would have been finished far earlier were it not for his trademark durability. Hooker looks confused and hesitant while fighting, and that's not the place you want to be with world-class competition standing across from you. Allen is really good, but Hooker's career has completely fallen apart on him in a span of about 18 months. He's 1-4 in his last five fights dating back to June 2020.
Books featherweight bout vs. Arnold Allen
Hooker (21-11-0) is scheduled to face Arnold Allen (17-1-0) in a featherweight fight set for March 19 at the UFC's event in London, Farah Hannoun of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Hooker, who typically fights out of the lightweight division, will drop down to the 145-pound ranks for the first time since 2016 to take on Allen, who is a perfect 8-0 since signing with the UFC. Hooker's decision to move down a division may have been spurred by his lack of recent success; he's dropped three of his last four fights, brining his career UFC record down to 11-7.
Hooker, who typically fights out of the lightweight division, will drop down to the 145-pound ranks for the first time since 2016 to take on Allen, who is a perfect 8-0 since signing with the UFC. Hooker's decision to move down a division may have been spurred by his lack of recent success; he's dropped three of his last four fights, brining his career UFC record down to 11-7.
Steamrolled by Islam Makhachev
Hooker lost to Islam Makhachev via submission (Kimura) at 2:25 of Round 1 at UFC 267 on Saturday in Abu Dhabi.
ANALYSIS
In reality, Hooker never had much of a chance against one of the best lightweights we have seen in recent memory. He still deserves a massive amount of credit for even accepting this fight. Hooker defeated Nasrat Haqparast in Vegas five weeks ago and agreed to stay and train before flying halfway around the world to Abu Dhabi to face Makhachev after Rafael dos Anjos, Makhachev's originally scheduled opponent, was forced to withdraw. Unfortunately for Hooker, Makhachev landed an immediate takedown and that was essentially the end of the fight right there. Few fighters in the sport today are as respected and well-liked as Hooker, but he has now lost three of four dating back to June 2020. The opposition he has faced has been elite (Makhachev, Dustin Poirier, Michael Chandler), but you are what your record says you are in this sport, and Hooker's record says he needs a win his next time out.
In reality, Hooker never had much of a chance against one of the best lightweights we have seen in recent memory. He still deserves a massive amount of credit for even accepting this fight. Hooker defeated Nasrat Haqparast in Vegas five weeks ago and agreed to stay and train before flying halfway around the world to Abu Dhabi to face Makhachev after Rafael dos Anjos, Makhachev's originally scheduled opponent, was forced to withdraw. Unfortunately for Hooker, Makhachev landed an immediate takedown and that was essentially the end of the fight right there. Few fighters in the sport today are as respected and well-liked as Hooker, but he has now lost three of four dating back to June 2020. The opposition he has faced has been elite (Makhachev, Dustin Poirier, Michael Chandler), but you are what your record says you are in this sport, and Hooker's record says he needs a win his next time out.
Quick turnaround at UFC 267
Hooker (foot) has agreed to face Islam Makhachev in a lightweight matchup at UFC 267 on Oct. 30 in Abu Dhabi, Brett Okamoto of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Hooker recently overcame visa issues and made it to Las Vegas to face and defeat Nasrat Haqparast on Sept. 25. He emerged with a potential foot injury, but this announcement suggests he's since received the proper clearance to compete. Now looking to take another step forward in the lightweight rankings, Hooker will step in for the previously-scheduled Rafael dos Anjos to face an opponent in Makhachev who is riding an eight-fight winning streak. Many see Makhachev as a future champion, so it's no surprise to see Hooker listed as a (+350) betting underdog or greater in many places. While Hooker lands more than double the significant strikes per minute as Makhachev, the perceived deficiency here is grappling. Hooker does sport a respectable 80 percent takedown defense, but he's never faced a wrestler as adept as Makhachev who lands 3.31 takedowns per 15 minutes at an unheard of 65 percent accuracy rate.
Hooker recently overcame visa issues and made it to Las Vegas to face and defeat Nasrat Haqparast on Sept. 25. He emerged with a potential foot injury, but this announcement suggests he's since received the proper clearance to compete. Now looking to take another step forward in the lightweight rankings, Hooker will step in for the previously-scheduled Rafael dos Anjos to face an opponent in Makhachev who is riding an eight-fight winning streak. Many see Makhachev as a future champion, so it's no surprise to see Hooker listed as a (+350) betting underdog or greater in many places. While Hooker lands more than double the significant strikes per minute as Makhachev, the perceived deficiency here is grappling. Hooker does sport a respectable 80 percent takedown defense, but he's never faced a wrestler as adept as Makhachev who lands 3.31 takedowns per 15 minutes at an unheard of 65 percent accuracy rate.
Foot needs clearance
Hooker is facing a six-month medical suspension, MMAFighting.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hooker was able to defeat Nasrat Haqparast via unanimous decision last weekend. He will need to have an x-ray on his foot and if positive will need doctor clearance to be able to fight again before late March.
Hooker was able to defeat Nasrat Haqparast via unanimous decision last weekend. He will need to have an x-ray on his foot and if positive will need doctor clearance to be able to fight again before late March.