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Sean Brady Dismisses Joaquin Buckley’s Usman Prep Before UFC 328 in Newark

The matchup spotlights Brady’s submission threat in a three-round fight shaped by Buckley’s work with Kamaru Usman.

Overview

  • Sean Brady said Joaquin Buckley’s sessions with former champion Kamaru Usman will not help against him, calling himself a different problem on the ground.
  • He cast the bout as his takedowns and submissions against Buckley’s explosive striking, noting he seeks control on the mat.
  • Joaquin Buckley trained with Usman at Kill Cliff FC in Florida after dropping a unanimous decision to him last June.
  • Buckley said he wanted a five-round main event and, after about 11 months out, plans to take his time in their three-round matchup.
  • The welterweights are set for UFC 328 on May 9 at Newark’s Prudential Center, with Brady ranked No. 7 and Buckley No. 10 as both look to rebound from recent defeats.