MMA News
Jon Jones feels 'almost too comfortable' ahead of UFC 239
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 30, 2019
Jon Jones isn’t exactly holding much doubt going into the second light heavyweight title defense in his current reign. On July 6, Jones will defend his UFC gold against Thiago Santos. The bout will headline UFC 239 in Las Vegas. While Jones has felt nervous going into previous pivotal bouts, things aren’t quite as urgent this go-round.
Luke Rockhold comments on Chris Weidman's move to light heavyweight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 30, 2019
Luke Rockhold is aware of Chris Weidman’s planned move to light heavyweight and he feels it was the right choice. Back in Dec. 2015, Rockhold and Weidman did battle for the UFC middleweight championship. At the time, Weidman was the 185-pound title holder with three successful title defenses. Rockhold handed Weidman his first professional loss via fourth-round TKO, taking the middleweight gold in the process.
ONE Championship announces three title fights, multiple GP finals for ONE: Century
Tom Taylor - June 30, 2019
On October 13, ONE Championship will return to Tokyo, Japan with ONE: Century — its 100th event. The promotion is delivering a suitably stacked card for this momentous occasion. Speaking on social media, ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong announced three massive title fights and several other huge bouts for this event.
What's next for Francis Ngannou and Junior dos Santos after UFC Minneapolis?
Cole Shelton - June 30, 2019
On Saturday night, the Octagon returned to ESPN with UFC Minneapolis. In the main event of this card, Francis Ngannou took on Junior dos Santos in a pivotal heavyweight contender bout. The fight did not last long. Ngannou dropped dos Santos and finished him with strikes just 71 seconds into the fight. Now, Francis Ngannou could very well get another title shot, while for the former champion dos Santos, it is a step back in what appeared to be a resurgence in his career.
VIDEO | John Mayer responds to Max Holloway's 'Bottle Cap Challenge'
Tom Taylor - June 30, 2019
Earlier this week, UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway dropped jaws by nailing the “Bottle Cap Challenge.” As is tradition with Internet challenges of this kind, Holloway then extended a followup challenge to somebody else. His pick was musician John Mayer.
Demian Maia updates on retirement plans after UFC Minneapolis win
Tom Taylor - June 30, 2019
Demian Maia has accomplished a lot over the course of his lengthy MMA career, fighting for the title in the UFC welterweight and middleweight divisions. And as he proved in his UFC Minneapolis win over Anthony Rocco Martin, he’s still got it. Even at 41 years of age. That being said, the Brazilian grappling savant is nearing the end of the road.
Ben Askren shares short story that showcases just how far Daniel Cormier has come with 'Detail'
Christopher Taylor - June 30, 2019
On Saturday afternoon, current UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier (22-1 MMA) teased that he would be making a major announcement. About three hours later ‘DC’ followed through on his promise by breaking the following news.
Francis Ngannou calls for title shot, Dana White says not so fast
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
Former UFC heavyweight title challenger Francis Ngannou extended his current win streak to three in a row this evening, earning a first round knockout victory over Junior dos Santos. ‘The Predator‘ needed just 71-seconds to dismantle the former heavyweight kingpin, thus reasserting himself as the top contender in the division.
Aljamain Sterling extends gracious offer to Joseph Benavidez following UFC Minneapolis
Cole Shelton - June 29, 2019
A number one contender fight at flyweight was the co-main event of UFC Minneapolis. There, Joseph Benavidez was taking on Jussier Formiga in a rematch. And, just like the first fight, Benavidez TKO’d the Brazilian and secured himself as the top contender for the title. Following the win, Joseph Benavidez called out the flyweight champion in Henry Cejudo.
Pros react to Francis Ngannou stopping Junior dos Santos at UFC Minneapolis
Christopher Taylor - June 29, 2019
Former UFC heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos squared off with dangerous knockout artist Francis Ngannou in tonight’s UFC Minneapolis main event. Junior dos Santos (21-6 MMA) entered tonight’s event headliner on a three fight win streak, his latest being a second round TKO victory over Derrick Lewis. Prior to that, ‘JDS’ had picked up wins over Blagoy Ivanov and Tai Tuivasa respectively.
UFC Minneapolis Results: Francis Ngannou flattens Junior dos Santos (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
A key heavyweight bout featuring former division champion Junior dos Santos taking on dangerous knockout artist Francis Ngannou headlined tonight’s UFC Minneapolis event. Junior dos Santos (21-5 MMA) entered tonight’s contest on a three-fight winning streak, his latest being a second round TKO victory over Derrick Lewis at March’s UFC Wichita event.
UFC Minneapolis Results: Joseph Benavidez TKO's Jussier Formiga (VIDEO)
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
A pivotal flyweight bout between Joseph Benavidez and Jussier Formiga served as the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC Minneapolis event. Jussier Formiga (23-5 MMA) entered tonight’s contest on a four-fight win streak, his latest being a unanimous decision victory over Deiveson Figueiredo at March’s UFC Nashville event.
Breaking! UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier begins new endeavor with ESPN+
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
Current UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier (22-1 MMA) teased a major announcement earlier today and now he has delivered on that promise. ‘DC’, who will rematch former division title hodler Stipe Miocic in the main event of UFC 241, will be hosting a new show on ESPN+ where he will break down film on some of the UFC’s biggest stars (via Marc Raimondi).
UFC Minneapolis Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
A heavyweight showdown between dangerous knockout artists Francis Ngannou and Junior dos Santos headlines tonight’s UFC Minneapolis event. The twelve bout fight card, which takes place live from the Target Center, also features a key flyweight contest between perennial division contenders Joseph Benavidez and Jussier Formiga.
Kelvin Gastelum challenges 'The Joker' after being cleared by doctors
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
Ten weeks removed from his epic interim title fight with Israel Adesanya, Kelvin Gastelum has received clearance from doctors to resume training. The 27-year-old, Gastelum (15-4 MMA), recently took to Twitter where he revealed the exciting news.
Colby Covington blasts Nick Diaz following reports that the Stockton native has resumed training
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
Colby Covington had some harsh words for Nick Diaz following a report that the Stockton native has resumed training. The former UFC interim welterweight champion, Covington, recently took to Twitter where he took the following shot at Diaz over his alleged comeback.
UFC 239 | Jon Jones says he is done taking things from 'good man' Daniel Cormier
Chris Taylor - June 29, 2019
Jon Jones is preparing to square off with Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC 239, but that hasn’t stopped questions regarding a potential trilogy fight with bitter rival Daniel Cormier. During a recent media day interview, ‘Bones’ was asked if he wanted to follow in the recent footsteps of Henry Cejudo and Amanda Nunes and become a promotional ‘champ champ’, this by challenging Daniel Cormier for the UFC heavyweight title.
ONE Championship's most devastating punchers
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 29, 2019
Fans of martial arts love exceptional strikers, and ONE Championship has several names on its roster who punch with power, speed, and accuracy. Here’s a list of ONE Championship athletes who are most effective with their fists. Martin Nguyen