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Joaquin Buckley gives silent interview ahead of Edmonton main event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 1:02 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Joaquin Buckley gives silent interview ahead of Edmonton main event
Summary

Joaquin Buckley is set to face Mike Malott in the main event of UFC Fight Night 291 on Saturday in Edmonton, Alberta. During a pre-fight interview, Buckley refused to speak, drawing criticism from fans who branded his silent demeanor as corny and disrespectful. This followed an earlier incident where he declined to shake hands with UFC president Dana White. The event's preliminary card kicks off at 5:00 p.m. ET, with the main card beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET, featuring additional matchups.

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  • •Buckley faces Mike Malott in Edmonton at UFC Fight Night 291.
  • •He gave a silent interview that sparked criticism from fans.
  • •The preliminary card starts at 5:00 p.m. ET.
  • •The main card, including Buckley vs. Malott, begins at 8:00 p.m. ET.
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  • 1:02 AMYahoo Sports — Joaquin Buckley gives corniest UFC interview you’ve seen ahead of Edmonton main event
What they're saying
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Joaquin Buckley had nothing to say ahead of his main event bout at UFC Edmonton.

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