MMA News Roundup: Conor McGregor Earns BJJ Black Belt; Jayson ‘Mayhem’ Miller Arrested; Israel Adesanya vs Sean Strickland at UFC 293 Gets Jared Cannonier as Back-Up

In the fast-paced world we live in today, keeping up with the latest MMA news can be challenging. But fear not, we’re here with our daily MMA news roundup to ensure you’re in the loop. We’ve got some exciting updates from the past 24 hours that will keep you informed and entertained.

We will start our daily roundup with some major headlines. Firstly, we have some good news to celebrate – UFC’s ‘Notorious’ star Conor McGregor finally has a new ace up his sleeve. Guess what? The Irishman is now officially a BJJ Black belt. Then we will shift our focus to bizarre news from the MMA community as an MMA artist gets arrested. Lastly, we will sum up our news compilation with a brief summary of the amusing addition of Jared Cannonier as a backup fighter for UFC 293 PPV. But before we get into all of that, here’s an update by ‘Notorious’ on his wholesome moments and happiness after becoming a BJJ Black belt.

UFC’s ‘Notorious’ Conor McGregor earns BJJ black belt

Fans have been eagerly awaiting McGregor’s return to the UFC, and a showdown with TUF rival Michael Chandler seems to be on the horizon. However, there have been uncertainties surrounding his eligibility due to USADA regulations. Amidst all this, ‘Notorious’ surprised everyone by sharing a significant accolade on his Instagram.

The 35-year-old fighter, who is gearing up for a potential December clash with Chandler, proudly announced that he has earned his black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking his coach John Kavanagh, and his teammates for their support throughout his remarkable jiu-jitsu journey.

His IG post was captioned: “Received my black belt tonight from my coach, friend, and mentor, @coach_kavanagh of @sbgireland! 20 years of hard work! Thank you John for everything over the years, and to all of my teammates throughout this incredible jiu-jitsu journey! Thank you all so much from the bottom of my heart! A Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, wow! Praise be to God and then Helio. I’ll be in the Gi in it tomorrow Helio, I promise, and I cannot wait!! What a buzz.”

This achievement left fans and BJJ enthusiasts in awe, showcasing another facet of ‘Notorious’s martial arts prowess. But there’s another bizarre headline that garnered attention for all the wrong reasons. 

Jason “Mayhem” Miller’s latest brush with the law

Shifting gears, we delve into some less cheerful news within the MMA community. Jason “Mayhem” Miller, a former UFC competitor, has found himself in legal trouble once again. According to records from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Miller was arrested on August 30th in West Hollywood, California.

Reports by TMZ suggest that an altercation occurred on August 29th at a West Hollywood club – when a fan approached Miller to greet him. Unfortunately, the encounter escalated into a verbal confrontation, with Miller allegedly putting the fan in a chokehold before security intervened. Miller left the club, but he returned the next day – eventually leading to his arrest.

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This incident adds to a string of legal issues for Miller over the past several years, including domestic violence charges and prison sentences. It’s a somber reminder of the challenges some fighters face outside the cage. However, UFC 293 PPV has fans buzzing after a surprise addition to its roster. 

Surprise addition to UFC 293: Jared Cannonier steps in

Our final piece of news brings some unexpected excitement to UFC 293. Jared Cannonier, who previously challenged for a title, has been designated as a backup for the Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland headliner. This move adds an extra layer of security to the event, ensuring that fans get to witness a thrilling showdown.

Cannonier, a Texan fighter with an impressive 17-6 record, faced Adesanya for the title over a year ago. Although he fell short, he has since rebounded with back-to-back victories, including a win over Strickland. Now, he stands ready to step in should any issues arise with the main event.

UFC 293 promises to be a night of exciting action, and with Cannonier in the wings, fans can rest assured that the show will go on, no matter what surprises the MMA world has in store. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to bring you the latest in the world of mixed martial arts.

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