Jorge Masvidal, Colby Covington, Francis Ngannou and Other UFC Fighters Send Out Heartwarming Wishes on Independence Day

The entire MMA community came out and shared wishes for America’s Independence Day to commemorate the Declaration of Independence. Chiefly, ‘Happy fourth of July’ was trending across Twitter as fighters all over the UFC’s roster sent out good wishes. Not to mention, even fighters from other countries joined in on the festivities and engaged with fans on Twitter.

Twitter is usually a platform that fighters use to call out each other, however, the air was filled with jovial cheer. With the UFC on a hiatus this week, it gave fans and fighters a chance to slow down and enjoy the moment.

GOD BLESS AMERICA

— Colby Covington (@ColbyCovMMA) July 4, 2021

Happy fourth everyone ! What’s up Vegas #ufc264

— GILBERT BURNS DURINHO (@GilbertDurinho) July 5, 2021

Happy Birthday America! It’s an honor and pleasure to live here.

— Funky (@Benaskren) July 4, 2021

The United States Of America
What a country pic.twitter.com/iQNqie9GOr

— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) July 4, 2021

Happy Birthday America #supernecessary pic.twitter.com/kcgpyWgCK4

— Jorge Masvidal UFC (@GamebredFighter) July 4, 2021

Happy Independence Day America!

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic, for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all!! #ProudAmerican #IndependanceDay #USA #MadeInTheUSA pic.twitter.com/1aQ5CDw6GN

— Vinc Pichel (@FromHellPichel) July 4, 2021

— Nathan Diaz (@NateDiaz209) July 4, 2021

Almost home to my beautiful ladies! Just in time to celebrate Merica! #twinning https://t.co/aRsTD4buHF

— Urijah Faber (@UrijahFaber) July 4, 2021

Fighters like Michael Chiesa and Chris Weidman put a somewhat unconventional spin on things when sending out their wishes. However, the general air of positivity was felt by everyone in the MMA world.

The look you give someone when they take the last piece of chicken at the 4th of July BBQ. #Happy4thofJuly pic.twitter.com/mzWPBXCLZ7

— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) July 5, 2021

Happy 4th. Pro-tip: @BudweiserUSA is giving away beer for a year on their channels today. #GoFourthAmerica https://t.co/QGvWXDydOp

— Chris Weidman (@chrisweidman) July 4, 2021

Happy Independence Day #4thofJuly

— JIMI MANUWA (@POSTERBOYJM) July 4, 2021

Additionally, fighters and other personalities from other nations who have made it big in America shared sentiments of gratitude about the opportunities that the United States afforded them. Francis Ngannou and Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, couldn’t help but reflect on the way they have risen in America.

Thankful for the opportunities. Happy #IndependenceDay to all my American friends and fans pic.twitter.com/C81vFe6hkz

— Francis Ngannou (@francis_ngannou) July 4, 2021

This country give me so many opportunities I’m so grateful for you pic.twitter.com/NtvdBpGZyx

— Ali Abdelaziz (@AliAbdelaziz00) July 5, 2021

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UFC 264: The Countdown begins

There’s a clear ‘calm before the storm’ feeling that’s brewing in the MMA world as UFC 264 is right around the corner. Moreover, given the headliner alone, it’s expected to be a home run at the box office amongst hardcore and casual fans.

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – JANUARY 23: (L-R) Conor McGregor of Ireland punches Dustin Poirier in a lightweight fight during the UFC 257 event inside Etihad Arena on UFC Fight Island on January 23, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)

Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor will meet in the middle in a potential five-round war that is going to be legacy-defining. Furthermore, there’s a lot of intrigue in the trilogy match-up as they are tied at 1-1.

Also, the entire fight card is stacked from top to bottom with defining fights placed on the early prelims as well. The UFC usually goes all-out when it comes to their International Fight Week card, and it’s no different with the latest installment. The latter part of the year is chalked full of marquee events that will only help the UFC in their attempt at domination.

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