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John Lineker Explains Recent Tweet: ‘I Need To Pay My Bills’

UFC bantamweight contender John Lineker went into detail about his recent tweet calling for the promotion to either give him a fight or release him. Lineker most recently dropped a split decision to Cory Sandhagen last month. However, he had won eight of his previous nine fights before that. The problem is “Hands of Stone” […]

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UFC bantamweight contender John Lineker went into detail about his recent tweet calling for the promotion to either give him a fight or release him.

Lineker most recently dropped a split decision to Cory Sandhagen last month. However, he had won eight of his previous nine fights before that.

The problem is “Hands of Stone” has only fought three times since the beginning of 2017 and is struggling to make ends meet. He is reportedly working at a pet shop as he waits on the UFC to book him for a fight.

He finally released his frustration in a tweet on Wednesday.

“I’ve fought four times since 2016,” Lineker told MMA Junkie in an interview. “I have five kids. I need to pay my bills. I cannot survive like this.

“I don’t know if it’s something personal against me. If it is, just tell me and let me go, because I have to fight. I have to move on. It’s my career. It’s my life. I can’t be stuck this way.”

Lineker’s manager Alex Davis believes the promotion is accelerating other bantamweights instead of his client. As Lineker tweeted, Sandhagen fought four times since January last year and already has his next fight booked.

Meanwhile, Davis has lined up a July jiujitsu match for Lineker to take part in to receive a paycheck.

“The reality is staring us in the face,” Davis said. “We’re in a situation where certain guys are getting accelerated and other guys aren’t. In his case, it’s not fair, because he’s a very exciting, dynamic, top-level fighter. He deserves better than this.”

Lineker’s Past?

One possible reason for Lineker’s lack of fights could be his history of missing weight and getting injured.

The Brazilian isn’t sure if that’s the reason, but feels injuries shouldn’t be held against him as it can happen to any fighter. Regardless, he just needs to fight for now.

“Let me fight once every four months,” Lineker added. “Let me fight three times a year. I think that’s only fair.

“I’ve always fought in the ring, but now I find myself in a fight outside the ring. I’m fighting for my career. I’m fighting for my legacy. I’m fighting for my life. I can’t wait. It has to be now. I need to change the situation. I need to fight.”

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John Lineker Wants UFC To Book Or Release Him

John Lineker wants to be booked into a fight now. “Hands Of Stone” dropped a split decision to Cory Sandhagen back in April. It marked the end of a two-fight win streak over names such as Marlon Vera and Brian Kelleher. Since the defeat, it appears the Brazilian veteran has yet to be offered a […]

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John Lineker wants to be booked into a fight now.

“Hands Of Stone” dropped a split decision to Cory Sandhagen back in April. It marked the end of a two-fight win streak over names such as Marlon Vera and Brian Kelleher. Since the defeat, it appears the Brazilian veteran has yet to be offered a fight.

He took to Twitter and demanded the UFC book him or release him:

“My last opponent fought 4 times in a year. He already has another fight! Sean likes him! I have fought only 4 times since 2016! I need to fight! If you dont like me or my style just let me go!!!”

Lineker has been competing for the UFC since 2012. He once found himself on a six-fight win streak before earning a title opportunity. The 28-year-old challenged T.J. Dillashaw for the 135-pound title at UFC 207 in December of 2016. He was out-classed by Dillashaw via unanimous decision.

Over the years, Lineker has established himself as one of the biggest punchers in the weight class. His knockout power is unlike anything the division has ever seen. It’s hard to believe the UFC wouldn’t want to book such an exciting finisher as soon as possible.

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John Lineker To UFC: ‘If You Don’t Like Me Or My Style, Just Let Me Go’

John Lineker is losing patience over his activity under the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) banner. Lineker competed last month against Cory Sandhagen. “Hands of Stone” dropped a split decision to Sandhagen at UFC Fort Lauderdale. It w…

John Lineker is losing patience over his activity under the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) banner. Lineker competed last month against Cory Sandhagen. “Hands of Stone” dropped a split decision to Sandhagen at UFC Fort Lauderdale. It was Lineker’s fourth bout since late 2016. Lineker Demands A Fight Or A Release From UFC The bantamweight took […]

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UFC 238’s Petr Yan Bashes Cory Sandhagen & John Lineker

Petr Yan is taking aim at two bantamweights not named Jimmie Rivera. Yan and Rivera are scheduled to meet at UFC 238 on June 8. The action will take place inside the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The main event of the card will be a bantamweight …

Petr Yan is taking aim at two bantamweights not named Jimmie Rivera. Yan and Rivera are scheduled to meet at UFC 238 on June 8. The action will take place inside the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The main event of the card will be a bantamweight title bout between Henry Cejudo and Marlon Moraes. […]

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UFC Ft. Lauderdale Results: Cory Sandhagen Earns Split Nod Over John Lineker

Perennial contender John Lineker and Cory Sandhagen met in a pivotal bantamweight contest on UFC Ft. Lauderdale’s main card. As always, LowkickMMA will have you covered with all the results from UFC on ESPN+ 8 from Florida as they happen. Lineker (31-8) has won eight of his last nine fights dating back to 2014. His […]

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Perennial contender John Lineker and Cory Sandhagen met in a pivotal bantamweight contest on UFC Ft. Lauderdale’s main card.

As always, LowkickMMA will have you covered with all the results from UFC on ESPN+ 8 from Florida as they happen.

Lineker (31-8) has won eight of his last nine fights dating back to 2014. His only loss in that stretch was to the former champion T.J. Dillashaw. A win over Sanhagen would bolster Lineker’s No. 8 ranking.

As for Sandhagen (10-1). Heading into Ft. Lauderdale the 27-year-old has won five straight. With his last three being in the UFC. He most recently defeated Mario Bautista in January.

Round One

Sandhagen quickly takes the center of the cage. Lineker wings a head kick that misses. He throws a left hand that hits the body. Sandhagen moves forward and lands a one-two. He slams a body kick home. Sandhagen digs a hook to the body of Lineker. The Brazilian is looking to load up, Sandhagen throws a flying knee. Lineker lands a left hand, then a body shot. Lineker doubles up on a left hook. He wades in and lands another left. Sandhagen lands a right, then a front kick. He throws a spinning back kick that misses. Lineker goes body-head with his hands. Sandhagen lands a leg kick, then a left hook to the body of Lineker. The horn sounds as both fighters exchange leg kicks.

Round Two

Sandhagen lands a leg kick to start round two. Lineker lands a hook to the body of the American. Sandhagen pumps the jab, Lineker launches in with a right hand. He wings a right hook that misses everything. Sandhagen goes to the body with a hook. He faints, then throws a front kick. Lineker seems to be getting his timing now. Sandhagen gets in on Lineker and takes him down. However, the Brazilian springs back up to his feet. Less than two minutes. Lineker shoots and gets the takedown back. He cranks Sandhagen’s neck but Sandhagen spins out. Both men get back to their feet. Lineker lands a right looping hand. Sandhagen counters with a jab. He digs a hook to the body as the round ends.

Round Three

Sandhagen opens up with leg kicks. Lineker goes body-head-body but the American survives. Sandhagen answers with a right hand of his own, he goes to the body to follow. Lineker answers with a right hook to the body, then a right to the head. Sandhagen leads with an elbow. The fighters trade jabs. Crazy fight. Sandhagen faints a takedown then lands a hard body kick. Lineker wings a left hook. He is looking for the knock out punch. Sandhagen lands a jumping knee to Lineker’s chin. He eats it with less than 90 seconds left. Lineker goes body-head. He digs the body again. He lands a right. Lineker digs the body hard. He drops Sandhagen and looks for a choke. It’s tight. The horn sounds.

Cory Sandhagen defeats John Lineker via split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)

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UFC Bantamweight John Lineker Happy With T.J. Dillashaw’s Absence

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bantamweight John Lineker feels T.J. Dillashaw’s absence is refreshing. Dillashaw had quite the fall from grace in a short period of time. He was riding high as a two-time UFC bantamweight champion and he chas…

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bantamweight John Lineker feels T.J. Dillashaw’s absence is refreshing. Dillashaw had quite the fall from grace in a short period of time. He was riding high as a two-time UFC bantamweight champion and he chased the distinction of “champ-champ.” He was stopped in 32 seconds by flyweight title holder Henry Cejudo. […]

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