Bo Nickal News
Donald Trump praises Bo Nickal during recent Joe Rogan podcast appearance
Harry Kettle - October 26, 2024
Donald Trump praised rising UFC star Bo Nickal during a recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. In the last few years, Bo Nickal has emerged as one to watch in the world of mixed martial arts. His wrestling background helped get him on the map but now, he’s creating a real pedigree for himself as a future star in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Darren Till viciously mocks Bo Nickal's striking after training footage surfaces: "Oh god!"
Curtis Calhoun - October 17, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Darren Till is ramping up his mental warfare against rising star Bo Nickal ahead of his potential return to the Octagon. Till, after opting to part ways from the UFC last year, is waiting for his next boxing booking after winning his exhibition debut in July. While he’s focused on other combat sports outside of MMA, he envisions a return to the UFC for another potential run to the title.
UFC star Bo Nickal responds to fan criticizing him for inactivity
Harry Kettle - September 26, 2024
UFC prospect Bo Nickal has responded to someone who appears to have been criticizing his inactivity in the cage. As we know, big things are expected from Bo Nickal in his mixed martial arts career. So far, the 28-year-old has put together an unbeaten 6-0 record, which included two quick victories on Dana White’s Contender Series. Since March 2023, he’s gone 3-0 in the promotion, with all three victories coming via finish.
REPORT | Bo Nickal vs. Paul Craig in the works for UFC 309
Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2024
A middleweight clash between the unbeaten Bo Nickal and Paul Craig is reportedly in the works for UFC 309 on November 16th. Australian MMA insider Benny P. was the first to report the news of the targeted Nickal vs. Craig matchup.
Bo Nickal reveals plans for UFC 309 return in New York City: "I just want to fight on the biggest cards"
Josh Evanoff - July 17, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Bo Nickal is planning to return to the cage in November. The undefeated prospect is still one of the most interesting stories at 185 pounds. The former three-time NCAA wrestling champion signed to the UFC in 2022 with just a few fights under his belt. Since then, Bo Nickal has earned three victories inside the cage, winning all of them by stoppage.
Bo Nickal calls for a showdown with Sharaputdin Magomedov, 'Bullet' responds
Harry Kettle - June 23, 2024
UFC sensation Bo Nickal has called for a showdown with Sharaputdin Magomedov, who has responded to the idea. Last night, Sharaputdin Magomedov defeated Antonio Trocoli to keep his undefeated run going in mixed martial arts. He’s a rising contender, and he’s set to be a big player in the years to come. Meanwhile, there’s another rising prospect on the way – and his name is Bo Nickal.
Darren Till responds after having his name “dragged through the mud” by Bo Nickal: “I haven’t seen Khamzat for a long time”
Harry Kettle - June 19, 2024
Former UFC fighter Darren Till has questioned Bo Nickal for trying to give him a bad name in relation to Khamzat Chimaev. Back in the day, Darren Till was quite the rising star in the UFC’s welterweight division. These days, however, he seems to be focusing more so on boxing than mixed martial arts. In terms of his future, there’s no telling whether or not he’ll ever step foot into an MMA cage again.
Bo Nickal goes to bat for Conor McGregor following criticism of his UFC 303 withdrawal: “He’s literally torn his ACL and fought”
Harry Kettle - June 18, 2024
Bo Nickal has given his thoughts on the ongoing situation regarding Conor McGregor and his withdrawal from UFC 303. As we know, Conor McGregor has been ruled out of UFC 303 due to injury. As a result, Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka are stepping up to fight for the UFC light heavyweight championship. Of course, for many fans, the bigger concern is whether or not McGregor will still be able to return later this year – which is what the promotion seems to be shooting for.
Bo Nickal gives less-than-glowing review of Islam Makhachev's wrestling ahead of UFC 302
Curtis Calhoun - May 31, 2024
UFC middleweight star Bo Nickal doesn’t put Islam Makhachev’s wrestling in high esteem ahead of the lightweight champ’s return. Makhachev will face Dustin Poirier in the UFC 302 main event on Saturday in Newark. He returns to defend the UFC lightweight title after back-to-back wins over Alexander Volkanovski in 2023.
Henry Cejudo says Bo Nickal is not ready for the top 10 at middleweight: “He’s still maybe 10 fights away from possibly becoming UFC champion”
Harry Kettle - April 19, 2024
Henry Cejudo has given his thoughts on Bo Nickal’s future and how long it will take for him to climb the ranks at middleweight. Up to this point, it’s been a case of so far, so good for Bo Nickal in the UFC. Last weekend, he featured in the opening main card fight at UFC 300. He defeated Cody Brundage, doing so in pretty comprehensive fashion.
Bo Nickal dismisses Khamzat Chimaev's criticism of UFC 300 performance: "Who were you fighting at 5-0?"
Josh Evanoff - April 17, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Bo Nickal believes he’ll be a -1000 favorite in a fight against Khamzat Chimaev. The former NCAA wrestling champion returned to the cage at UFC 300 over the weekend. There, Bo Nickal faced Cody Brundage, who entered the fight riding a two-fight winning streak. Once again, the former Penn State wrestler was a massive, massive betting favorite. Despite the perceived uncompetitive nature of the fight, it was put on the main card of the historic event.
Bo Nickal responds after Khamzat Chimaev takes aim at his UFC 300 performance
Susan Cox - April 15, 2024
Bo Nickal has responded after Khamzat Chimaev made some unflattering comments about his UFC 300 performance. It was just this past Saturday at the historic UFC 300 that saw the undefeated Bo Nickal (6-0 MMA) defeat Cody Brundage (10-6 MMA) by submission at 3:38 of round 2.
Cody Brundage believes he's too much of a "step-up in competiton" for Bo Nickal, confident he will finish him at UFC 300
Cole Shelton - April 12, 2024
Cody Brundage wanted to fight Bo Nickal and he was hoping he’d get the fight at UFC 300. Brundage is on a two-fight winning streak and after his last win, he thought it made sense for him to be Nickal’s next opponent. To no surprise, when his coach called with a fight offer, it was Nickal at UFC 300 which he jumped at.
Cody Brundage not buying the hype of UFC 300 foe Bo Nickal: "People think he's the second coming of Jesus Christ"
Josh Evanoff - April 10, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Cody Brundage doesn’t get the insane hype around Bo Nickal. The 29-year-old hasn’t competed since a slam knockout victory over Zachary Reese in December. That win was Cody Brundage’s second in a row, previously earning a disqualification victory over Jacob Malkoun in September. That two-fight winning streak was seemingly enough for him to get a crack at the much-hyped Bo Nickal.
Bo Nickal continues to take aim at Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs: “Don’t act friendly to me when I see you”
Susan Cox - April 2, 2024
Bo Nickal is continuing to take aim at Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs. It was during the recent NCAA Wrestling Championships that Nickal and Burroughs had a fiery exchange.
Jon Anik defends Bo Nickal getting UFC 300 main card spot: "He checks a lot of boxes"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 31, 2024
Play-by-play ace Jon Anik is not opposed to Bo Nickal getting the main card rub for UFC 300. The biggest MMA event of 2024 is upon us. On April 13, UFC 300 will emanate from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The card is stacked from the first preliminary fight all the way to the main event. In the main event, light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira will put his gold at stake against Jamahal Hill, who was never beaten for the gold but had to relinquish it due to an injury. Women’s strawweight champion Zhang Weili defends her title against Yan Xiaonan. We’ll also see Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway for the symbolic BMF Championship, and Charles Oliveira vs. Arman Tsarukyan.
Bo Nickal mocks fans upset about his UFC 300 main card spot: "I like that it makes people mad"
Josh Evanoff - March 15, 2024
Middleweight prospect Bo Nickal doesn’t care what you think about his UFC 300 spot. The former Penn State wrestler has gotten a heavy push since joining the UFC in late 2022. Last year, Bo Nickal fought twice in the octagon, with both fights coming on pay-per-view main cards. For what it’s worth, he defeated both Jamie Pickett and newcomer Val Woodburn inside of one round.
Official lineup for UFC 300 released, Bo Nickal receives main card placement
Harry Kettle - March 11, 2024
UFC star Bo Nickal has received the honor of a place on the main card of next month’s UFC 300 pay-per-view. Next month in Las Vegas, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will put on one of its biggest events of all time. UFC 300 will feature some absolutely blockbuster fights and although it may not be quite as stacked as some would’ve hoped, nobody can deny that there are some incredible bouts on the card.