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Nate Diaz confirms interest in UFC return, trashes current roster: "I want to go back and get a title"
Josh Evanoff - March 17, 2025
Nate Diaz is interested in a return to the octagon to win a UFC championship. The 39-year-old hasn’t been seen in action since his boxing match with Jorge Masvidal last July. Nearly five years after facing off at UFC 244 in New York City, Nate Diaz and ‘Gamebred’ put on a show in California. The two former title challengers went back and forth for 10 rounds, with both landing big shots throughout. However, it was Diaz who emerged with a majority decision victory.
Donn Davis dismisses rumors of Francis Ngannou leaving the PFL: "Fake News!"
Josh Evanoff - March 17, 2025
According to PFL founder Donn Davis, Francis Ngannou isn’t going anywhere. ‘The Predator’ hasn’t been seen in action since a pivotal clash against Renan Ferreira in October. Back in the cage for the first time since defeating Ciryl Gane in January 2022, Francis Ngannou handed the former PFL tournament winner a first-round knockout loss. After so much turmoil and tragedy since leaving the UFC, the victory was an emotional one for the heavyweight star. However, Ngannou is already working on a return.
WATCH | Conor McGregor meets with Donald Trump at The White House for St. Patrick's Day
Josh Evanoff - March 17, 2025
Former two-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor met with Donald Trump at The White House earlier today. It’s no secret that the 47th President of the United States is a longtime fan of MMA. A lifelong friend of Dana White, Donald Trump regularly began attending UFC events in 2022 to promote his Presidential campaign. His efforts paid off in November, winning the Presidency by defeating then-Vice President Kamala Harris to become the first man since Grover Cleveland to win a second non-consecutive term.
Bryce Mitchell claims Jean Silva is possessed by a "legion of Demons" ahead of UFC 314 fight
Cole Shelton - March 17, 2025
UFC featherweight Bryce Mitchell claims Jean Silva is possessed by a legion of demons which has impacted his sleep. Mitchell claims ever since the UFC 314 press conference he’s had a hard time sleeping he’s being haunted by Demons in his dreams from Silva.
Tom Aspinall slams 'uneducated fans' for hot takes on Alex Pereira's UFC title loss to Magomed Ankalaev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 17, 2025
Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall has seen some hot takes after Alex Pereira’s title loss. Pereira put the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship at stake against Ankalaev in the main event of UFC 313. Fans were surprised to see “Poatan” fighting backwards, and it cost him the 205-pound gold. Ankalaev looked to be the aggressor throughout the fight and he captured UFC gold for the first time in his career via unanimous decision.
UFC veteran isn't sold on GFL MMA having success: 'I don't know what they would be doing that's different'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 17, 2025
A one-time UFC title challenger has his doubts about the upcoming Global Fight League. GFL has arrived, but many feel it’s been with a whimper. The promotion, which positions itself as a league, has signed a slew of aging names who were once relevant under the UFC banner. Some of those stars, such as UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans, denied ever signing up for GFL despite the fact that he was initially used for promotional material.
UFC 314 headliner Diego Lopes sends message to critics of his cardio ahead of Alexander Volkanovski fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 17, 2025
Diego Lopes has some words for those who believe his cardio is in question. Lopes has been booked in the biggest fight of his pro MMA career. He will take on Alexander Volkanovski for the vacant UFC Featherweight Championship. The title fight is scheduled to headline UFC 314 in Miami.
UFC legend Matt Brown explains crucial lesson he learned in “favorite fight” of MMA career
BJ Penn Staff - March 17, 2025
Matt Brown is considered one of the most exciting fighters in UFC history, and has delivered some unforgettable fights over the course of his 43-fight MMA career. When it comes to his personal favorite, though, there’s no question. Brown’s favorite fight occurred back in 2014, when he stepped into the Octagon with Robbie Lawler.
Chael Sonnen tricked opponent to win a fight early in his MMA career
Harry Kettle - March 17, 2025
Chael Sonnen reportedly tricked an opponent of his in order to win a fight early in his mixed martial arts career. Chael Sonnen has always been an incredible character in the world of mixed martial arts. In fact, you could make the argument that he’s the best trash talker in the history of the sport. However, back when he fought against Jason Lambert in 2003, he was a relative unknown.
Magomed Ankalaev’s coach claims Alex Pereira was greasing in UFC 313 title fight: “He had some substance smeared on him”
Harry Kettle - March 17, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev has a fairly controversial claim regarding Alex Pereira from their UFC 313 main event bout. Ever since capturing the UFC light heavyweight championship, Magomed Ankalaev has been pretty vocal on social media. It seems as if he feels a bit slighted and, in no uncertain terms, he’s made the world know about it.
Paddy Pimblett weighs in on Michael Chandler’s tendency to foul ahead of UFC 314 clash: “He knows what he’s doing”
Harry Kettle - March 17, 2025
Paddy Pimblett has given his thoughts on Michael Chandler’s tendency to issue fouls ahead of their UFC 314 clash. As we know, Michael Chandler is a bit of a polarizing figure in the world of mixed martial arts. While many fans and pundits appreciate the action-based style he brings when he enters the Octagon, others have questioned some of the seemingly ‘dirty’ tactics that he puts forward when he fights.
UFC London: ‘Edwards vs. Brady’ Fight Card and Start Times
Harry Kettle - March 17, 2025
UFC London is set to go down this weekend as Leon Edwards and Sean Brady collide in a fascinating welterweight clash. Event: UFC London: Edwards vs Brady Date: Saturday, 22nd March 2025 Location: O2 Arena (London, England) Broadcast: ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass (12pm EST main card)
Rodtang promises to "bury" Takeru at ONE 172
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 16, 2025
ONE 172 draws nearer by the day, and former ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon is oozing confidence as he looks to crush Takeru Segawa. “The Iron Man” travels into enemy territory to take on former three-division K-1 Champion Takeru Segawa in a flyweight kickboxing super-fight inside Japan’s iconic Saitama Super Arena on Sunday, March 23.
Surging UFC heavyweight calls out Derrick Lewis following KO win at UFC Vegas 104
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 16, 2025
One rising UFC heavyweight is targeting a clash with Derrick Lewis. A lot has been made about the status of the UFC heavyweight division. Dana White is in the process of trying to book reigning champion Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall in a title unification fight. Meanwhile, other heavyweights are vying to make a name for themselves in the rankings.
Robert Whittaker reacts to challenge from UFC Vegas 104 winner
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 16, 2025
Robert Whittaker has no interest in fighting Roman Dolidze at this time. Dolidze shared the Octagon with Marvin Vettori in the main event of UFC Vegas 104 this past Saturday. This was a rematch from their 2023 encounter, which was won by Vettori. This time, it was Dolidze who scored the unanimous decision victory in another competitive fight.
Streaking UFC welterweight veteran wants ranked opponent after big UFC Vegas 104 win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 16, 2025
One UFC welterweight is looking for ranked competition following his sensational performance at UFC Vegas 104. The 170-pound division has some rising names, such as Jack Della Maddalena and Shavkat Rakhmonov. They are looking to prove they can take out the likes of reigning UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad. They say MMA is a young athlete’s game, but one 170-pounder past the age of 36 is looking to change the narrative.
Roman Dolidze sets sights on Israel Adesanya following UFC Vegas 104 victory
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 16, 2025
Roman Dolidze is in search of big names in the UFC middleweight division. Dolidze entered the UFC Vegas 104 main event with a chance at revenge. Back in March 2023, Dolidze was defeated by Marvin Vettori via unanimous decision. It’s a fight Dolidze feels he should’ve won, but the rematch was his chance at vindication. He ended up defeating “The Italian Dream” in a rematch via unanimous decision.
Marvin Vettori calls for trilogy fight with Roman Dolidze following UFC Vegas 104 loss
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 16, 2025
Marvin Vettori believes a third bout with Roman Dolidze is in order. Vettori entered the Octagon for the first time since 2023 due to a shoulder injury. He was hoping to score another victory over Dolidze in their UFC Vegas 104 rematch. “The Italian Dream” entered the fight with a unanimous decision win over Dolidze at UFC 286.