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UFC Edmonton: Joaquin Buckley Suggests Malott Trying to “Become the A-Side” Off Him

Edmonton — UFC Edmonton welterweight headliner Joaquin Buckley believes he holds “a different kind of weight” when it comes to being a main event player. Which is why, he believes, he’s headlining a UFC card for the third time this…

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:27 AM
UFC Edmonton: Joaquin Buckley Suggests Malott Trying to “Become the A-Side” Off Him
Key Things to Know
  • Joaquin Buckley claimed Mike Malott is fighting him to become the "A-side" at UFC Edmonton.
  • Buckley dismissed Malott's comment that the upcoming event is "my show."
  • The welterweight bout marks Buckley's third time headlining a UFC card.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ahead of UFC Edmonton, welterweight headliner Joaquin Buckley claimed opponent Mike Malott is trying to become the "A-side" by fighting him. Speaking during media day, Buckley countered Malott's earlier remark that the event was his own show, arguing that Malott wanted the matchup so fans would learn who he is.

Buckley enters the fight as an underdog following consecutive losses to Sean Brady and Kamaru Usman. Despite those setbacks, Buckley emphasized that he views headlining his third UFC event as an opportunity to embrace and reflected on using his voice responsibly.

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