MMA News
Magomed Ankalaev says only one fighter deserves next UFC light heavyweight title fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 23, 2025
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Magomed Ankalaev says only one man deserves to be his first title challenger. Ankalaev captured UFC gold for the first time in his pro MMA career in the main event of UFC 313. He defeated Alex Pereira inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Ankalaev was effective in forcing Pereira to fight backwards, which was out of “Poatan’s” comfort zone. It led to a unanimous decision victory for the champion from Dagestan.
UFC 314: Paddy Pimblett reveals whether or not he thinks Michael Chandler is a cheater
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 23, 2025
Paddy Pimblett has responded to the notion that Michael Chandler bends the rules during his fights. Some have accused Chandler of cheating, and point to his Nov. 2024 clash with Charles Oliveira as an example. Chandler almost finished the former UFC Lightweight Champion after being down in the fight, but he couldn’t seal the deal. Numerous shots were landed to the back of Oliveira’s head.
UFC fan favorite wants to punch Colby Covington in the face
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 23, 2025
One UFC fan favorite wants a chance to punch Colby Covington in the face. Covington is trying to figure out his next move after dropping two bouts in a row. The 37-year-old has lost four of his last six fights inside the Octagon. Covington has insisted that he doesn’t plan to walk away from pro MMA competition just yet.
Carlos Ulberg mulls over potential clash with Jiri Prochazka following UFC London win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 23, 2025
Carlos Ulberg believes he’s on the cusp of a UFC title fight, and if Jiri Prochazka gets him there, then he’s ready to swing leather again. Ulberg shared the Octagon with former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Blachowicz this past Saturday. The pivotal 205-pound clash served as the co-main event of UFC London. The fight went the distance and it was the Auckland native who scored a unanimous decision over Poland’s Blachowicz.
Sean Brady says title fight is close following dominant UFC London win over Leon Edwards
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 23, 2025
Sean Brady feels he made quite the statement by submitting Leon Edwards in enemy territory. Brady took a short notice fight against Edwards in the main event of UFC London. Edwards was going to face Jack Della Maddalena, but plans changed when Shavkat Rakhmonov couldn’t accept the May 10 date to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. Brady made the most of his opportunity, keeping Edwards grounded before securing a fourth-round guillotine choke for the win.
Ilia Topuria advises Charles Oliveira to “stay quiet” amid lightweight move
Harry Kettle - March 23, 2025
Ilia Topuria has advised Charles Oliveira to quiet down as the former continues to prepare for his move to lightweight. Right now, the lightweight division is being defined by one storyline: Ilia Topuria’s move up from featherweight. After dominating at 145 pounds, he’s ready to try and do the same at 155. Some believe that he could go straight into a world title shot against Islam Makhachev, whereas others are of the belief that he is more likely to take on a contender first.
Yoel Romero demolishes opponent in Dirty Boxing Championship fight
Harry Kettle - March 23, 2025
MMA veteran Yoel Romero battered Ras Hylton in their fascinating Dirty Boxing Championship encounter this past weekend. There are some legendary figures in the world of mixed martial arts, as we know. One man who has stood out in the last decade or so, though, is Yoel Romero. He is an absolute beast of a human being and that much goes without saying. He has fought some of the best to ever do it, and despite his age, he still has one of the most remarkable physiques we’ve ever seen in the sport.
Andrei Arlovski scores first stoppage win in 10 years at Dirty Boxing Championship
Harry Kettle - March 23, 2025
UFC veteran Andrei Arlovski has scored his first stoppage win in 10 years in combat sports at Dirty Boxing Championship. For the longest time, Andrei Arlovski has been competing in combat sports. For the most part, he’s spent his energy on mixed martial arts. Nowadays, though, he’s enjoying the twilight of his career in a different way – with a venture into boxing. For some, it’s an unusual transition – but others feel as if he’s earned the right to make any decision he wants when it comes to earning money and having fun.
Pros react after Sean Brady stops Leon Edwards at UFC London
Chris Taylor - March 22, 2025
Today’s UFC London event was headlined by a key welterweight bout featuring former division champion Leon Edwards taking on Sean Brady. Edwards (22-5 MMA) was competing for the first time since losing the promotion‘s welterweight title to Belal Muhammad at UFC 304 this past June. Prior to that setback, ‘Rocky’ had strung together a 12-fight unbeaten streak, which included wins over Nate Diaz, Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman.
UFC London Results: Sean Brady stops Leon Edwards (Video)
Chris Taylor - March 22, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC London results, including the welterweight main event between Leon Edwards and Sean Brady. Edwards (22-4 MMA) will be competing for the first time since losing the promotion‘s welterweight title to Belal Muhammad at UFC 304 this past June. Prior to that setback, ‘Rocky’ was riding a 12-fight unbeaten streak, which included wins over Nate Diaz, Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman.
Pros react after Carlos Ulberg defeats Jan Blachowicz at UFC London
Chris Taylor - March 22, 2025
Today’s UFC London event was co-headlined by a key light heavyweight bout between former division champ Jan Blachowicz and Carlos Ulberg. Blachowicz (29-11-1 MMA) was competing for the first time since dropping a split decision loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 291 in July of 2023. The Polish powerhouse had gone 2-2-1 over his previous five Octagon appearances overall.
UFC London Results: Carlos Ulberg defeats Jan Blachowicz (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 22, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC London results, including the co-main event bout between Jan Blachowicz and Carlos Ulberg. Blachowicz (29-10-1 MMA) will be competing for the first time since dropping a split decision loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 291 in July of 2023. The Polish powerhouse has gone 2-2-1 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.
UFC London Results: Kevin Holland defeats Gunnar Nelson (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 22, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC London results, including the welterweight bout between Kevin Holland and Gunnar Nelson. Holland (26-13 MMA) will be returning to the welterweight division after suffering back-to-back stoppage losses to Reiner de Ridder (submission) and Roman Dolidze (TKO) at middleweight. ‘Trailblazer’ has gone just 1-4 over his past five Octagon appearances.
UFC London: ‘Edwards vs. Brady’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - March 22, 2025
The Octagon is back in England for today’s UFC London event, a 13-bout fight card headlined by Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady. Edwards (22-4 MMA) will be competing for the first time since losing the promotion‘s welterweight title to Belal Muhammad at UFC 304 this past June. Prior to that setback, ‘Rocky’ was riding a 12-fight unbeaten streak, which included wins over Nate Diaz, Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman.
Superlek prepared for "explosive" World Title encounter versus Nabil Anane
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 21, 2025
Almost two years have come and gone since dual-reigning ONE World Champion Superlek Kiatmoo9 locked up with interim bantamweight Muay Thai titleholder Nabil Anane. So he’s expecting a much different encounter at ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang. “The Kicking Machine” defends his ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title against the Thai-Algerian standout this Sunday, March 23, inside Japan’s Saitama Super Arena.
3 reasons why you can't miss ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 21, 2025
ONE Championship’s year has got off to a monumental start. But nothing comes close to this weekend’s ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang. Fourteen bouts are on hand this Sunday, March 23, inside Japan’s Saitama Super Arena. There, Japan’s greatest athletes take on the very best from around the globe. With that, here are three reasons why you can’t miss this weekend’s action.
Norma Dumont pitches interim title fight against Kayla Harrison as division slows: "It's the fight that makes sense"
Josh Evanoff - March 21, 2025
With Julianna Pena on the shelf, Norma Dumont wants an interim UFC title fight against Kayla Harrison. It’s not exactly a secret that the UFC women’s bantamweight division has slowed to a crawl. Since 2022, there have been just four fights for 135-pound gold. Last October in Salt Lake City, Julianna Pena earned her second run with the title, scoring a controversial split-decision win over Raquel Pennington. Post-fight, ‘The Venezuelan Vixen’ called for a longshot trilogy bout against the still-retired Amanda Nunes. However, talks quickly shifted to Kayla Harrison.
Tom Aspinall pitches WWE crossover to promote long-awaited fight against Jon Jones: "Babyfaces versus heels"
Josh Evanoff - March 21, 2025
Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall wants to work with the WWE to promote his fight against Jon Jones. As many fans are aware, the British heavyweight is currently waiting for ‘Bones’. Tom Aspinall was last seen in the cage last summer in Manchester, where he scored a first-round knockout win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. That night, the interim champion called for a title unification with the legendary Jon Jones. While the 37-year-old turned down Aspinall’s offer at first, he’s currently in discussions with the UFC to make the bout.