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NXT TakeOver Announced for February 14, 2021
The next NXT TakeOver event will take place February 14, 2021. So far, it hasn’t been given a subtitle of any sorts.
Devastated to read about Jon Huber/ Luke Harper/ Brodie Lee’s passing. Universally loved and a shining light to be around. When we got together he was always glowing talking about his family. pic.twitter.com/FHsI6Drh3v
I’m so sorry to hear the heartbreaking news about Brodie Lee. Sending my deepest condolences to his family and friends. #RIPBrodieLee
In utter disbelief hearing of the passing of Brodie Lee. I’m unable to process this. I can’t believe it.
Brodie Lee was one of the nicest, most talented guys ever. He wanted me to create a gimmick called Brony Lee a few years back, specifically to pop his wife. Truly saddened to hear that he s no longer with us. Condolences to his family and friends. #RIPBrodieLee
Marina Shafir Heading to Invicta FC
Look out “Cyborg.”
There’s a new arrival in the Invicta Fighting Championships featherweight division as decorated judoka Marina Shafir has announced her intentions to sign with the promotion. The fighter revealed her plans on the MMA Roasted Podcast (at the 13:30 mark).
The Moldova native, who trains alongside UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey, began competing in MMA in 2012 following a lengthy career in judo. She rattled off five straight, first-round armbar finishes as an amateur before turning pro in 2014.
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As a professional, the California-based fighter has fought twice. In her debut, the 26-year-old earned another first-round finish, submitting Chandra Engel under the Lights Out Promotions banner via armbar. However, in her sophomore effort, she locked horns with current Invicta fighter Amanda Bell and was brutally knocked out in just 37 seconds.