Wed Sep 25 04:01:19 UTC 2024: ## MMA News Roundup: Upsets, Contracts, and Tyson’s Heavyweight Training

**Contender Series Shocker: Danylo Voievodkin Earns UFC Contract with Upset Win**

This week on Dana White’s Contender Series, underdog Danylo Voievodkin pulled off a major upset, submitting former University of Minnesota linebacker Bailey Schoenfelder in the first round. Voievodkin, an undefeated Ukrainian striker, landed a vicious left hook followed by a rear-naked choke, earning a UFC contract in the process.

**Conor McGregor Still Pushing for Fight, Questions Remain**

Conor McGregor, who has been cleared to fight, continues to call for a fight date following his most recent clean drug test. Speculation remains around the holdup despite McGregor’s insistence on his athleticism and clean record.

**Other MMA News:**

* **John Lineker’s Muay Thai Return:** Former bantamweight MMA king John Lineker aims for his second Muay Thai victory on October 4th against Alexey Balyko.
* **Jake Paul’s Heavyweight Training:** Jake Paul’s training regimen for his potential fight against Mike Tyson has raised eyebrows, with fans questioning his commitment to the heavyweight fight.
* **Kevin Lee’s Last Chance:** Kevin Lee faces Saul Almeida at Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA on November 15th.
* **Alexander Volkov Out of UFC 308:** Alexander Volkov has withdrawn from UFC 308 due to a knee injury.
* **Daniel Cormier Questioning Star Power:** Daniel Cormier expressed concerns about the lack of star power among current UFC champions compared to past generations.
* **Usyk and Fury Spotted Together:** Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury were seen together at the Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight, fueling speculation about a potential future fight.
* **Contender Series Action:** Daniel Frunza, Kevin Christian, and Kevin Vallejos all secured impressive victories on this week’s episode of Dana White’s Contender Series, with the first two fighters securing contracts.

**The MMA world continues to be full of surprises, with upsets, contract signings, and ongoing speculation filling the headlines.**

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