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Dan Hooker calls out Arman Tsarukyan for International Fight Week clash at UFC 317: "This kid is unreal"
Josh Evanoff - March 6, 2025
UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker wants to settle the score with Arman Tsarukyan. ‘The Hangman’ is currently riding a three-fight winning streak. Dan Hooker was initially set to face Justin Gaethje in the co-main event of UFC 313 this Saturday, but withdrew due to injury. As a result, fellow contender Rafael Fiziev will take his place and face ‘The Highlight’. After Hooker pulled out, Arman Tsarukyan slammed him on social media.
WATCH | Tony Ferguson shares unique training footage ahead of Dillon Danis fight
Cole Shelton - March 6, 2025
Tony Ferguson shared unique training footage ahead of his fight against Dillon Danis. Ferguson is set to take on Danis in GFL, which he revealed will take place on May 11 in Los Angeles. It’s his first fight since his UFC exit as he looks to snap his eight-fight losing streak when he takes on Danis.
King Green reflects on loss to Paddy Pimblett: 'I felt like I lost a Super Bowl'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2025
King Green feels he made the blooper reel following his technical submission loss to Paddy Pimblett. Green will look to get back on the horse at UFC 313 on Saturday, but he admits he didn’t have his finest hour last time out. Green went one-on-one with “The Baddy” at UFC 304 back in July 2024. Green was choked out in the opening frame courtesy of a triangle choke.
Renato Moicano explains why he isn't fighting Justin Gaethje at UFC 313
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2025
Renato Moicano has shared why he won’t be the one fighting Justin Gaethje at UFC 313 on Saturday. When Dan Hooker suffered a hand injury, the UFC brass needed to find a replacement opponent for “The Highlight.” Ultimately, Rafael Fiziev was given the call to take the fight and he accepted. Gaethje recently claimed that the likes of Moicano “understandably” turned down the short notice fight.
Paul Felder explains why it looks like Jon Jones is ducking Tom Aspinall
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC commentator Paul Felder has explained why it seems, at least to him, as if Jon Jones is ducking a fight against Tom Aspinall. As we know, the mixed martial arts world is eagerly anticipating more news on the proposed title fight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Both men hold gold at heavyweight – Jon is the undisputed champion, and Tom is the interim champion.
Rafael Fiziev hopes that Justin Gaethje comes ready for war at UFC 313
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC star Rafael Fiziev hopes that Justin Gaethje comes ready for war when they collide at UFC 313 this weekend. On Saturday night, Rafael Fiziev will battle it out with Justin Gaethje on short notice in the co-main event of UFC 313. The two men have met once before and in that instance, it was Gaethje who managed to grind out what was a really important win for his title hopes at 155 pounds.
Diego Lopes questions Aljamain Sterling for saying Movsav Evloev deserves title shot ahead of him
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC star Diego Lopes has questioned Aljamain Sterling for suggesting Movsar Evloev is deserving of a title shot ahead of him. At UFC 314, Diego Lopes will get the opportunity of a lifetime. He will go head to head with Alexander Volkanovski in the main event, with the UFC featherweight championship on the line. It’s the moment he’s been waiting a long time for, and he’s ready to seize it with both hands.
Alex Pereira teases possible boxing superfight against Oleksandr Usyk later this year
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC champion Alex Pereira has teased a possible boxing superfight against heavyweight star Oleksandr Usyk later this year. As we know, Alex Pereira is easily one of the biggest and best fighters in mixed martial arts today. He has achieved some incredible things in the sport and as we look ahead to the weekend, he has the chance to successfully defend his light heavyweight championship for the fourth time.
Adriano Moraes predicts "legendary win" in ONE flyweight world title fight at ONE 172
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 5, 2025
Eight-time ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Adriano Moraes is on the cusp of reaching another major milestone. “Mikinho” vies for the flyweight division’s vacant crown when he meets #2-ranked contender Yuya Wakamatsu at ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang on Sunday, March 23, inside Japan’s Saitama Super Arena.
UFC 313 | Pro fighters make their picks for Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev title fight
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
In the main event of UFC 313, the light heavyweight title is up for grabs as Alex Pereira defends his strap against Magomed Ankalaev. Heading into the fight, Pereira is a -120 favorite while the challenger is a -106 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro-fighters to get their predictions for the light heavyweight fight. The pros are unanimous in thinking Alex Pereira will be able to get the win and defend his belt against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313, and likely doing so by knockout.
Justin Gaethje willing to throw down with Rafael Fiziev in the middle of the Octagon at UFC 313: "I will accept that challenge"
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
Justin Gaethje is willing to get chaotic and throw down with Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313. Gaethje was supposed to fight Dan Hooker in the co-main event but he was forced out of the bout due to a broken hand and was replaced with Fiziev. The two fought back in March of 2023 with Gaethje winning a majority decision. However, in Gaethje’s last fight, he was knocked out after he and Max Holloway met in the middle of the Octagon with 10 seconds left.
Dana White and Turki Alalshikh reveal surprising target date for new boxing league
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White and Turki Alalshikh’s new boxing league could kickoff in September. It’s no secret that the longtime president of the UFC has had his eyes on the boxing ring. After promoting Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor in 2017, Dana White announced ‘Zuffa Boxing’. Almost a decade after that superfight, the promoter’s plans could finally be coming to fruition. Earlier today, White, and Turki Alalshikh made a big announcement.
Israel Adesanya offers prediction for Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev: "He'll have to catch him"
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
Israel Adesanya has offered his take on the UFC 313 main event between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. ‘Poatan’ will return to the cage on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Back for the first time since a fourth-round knockout win over Khalil Rountree in October, Alex Pereira will meet the rising Magomed Ankalaev. For his part, the Russian will enter his second UFC title fight riding a staggering 13-fight unbeaten streak.
Dana White reveals Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall is targeted for this summer: "Jon wants to do it"
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White hopes to book Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall as soon as this summer. ‘Bones’ hasn’t been seen in the octagon since his clash with Stipe Miocic in November. Headlining UFC 309 in New York City, Jon Jones handed the former heavyweight champion a dominant fourth-round knockout loss. Post-fight, the light-heavyweight great teased a title unification bout against interim champion Tom Aspinall.
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira's time at the top is over after UFC 313: "New stars coming up"
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira’s time as a champion and big star in the UFC is over after UFC 313. Ankalaev is set to take on Pereira for the light heavyweight title on Saturday in the main event of UFC 313. It’s an intriguing matchup and a fight that many fans have wanted to see for quite some time.
Diego Lopes dismisses notion that Alexander Volkanovski is past his prime ahead of UFC 314
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2025
Diego Lopes isn’t buying into the idea that Alexander Volkanovski’s best days are behind him. Lopes and Volkanovski are set to collide for the vacant UFC Featherweight Championship on April 12. The title fight is scheduled to headline UFC 314 in Miami. The championship was vacated by Ilia Topuria, who now has his sights set on the lightweight division.
Dana White announces TKO boxing promotion alongside Turki Alalshikh
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2025
Dana White has returned to the boxing business with the backing of TKO and Turki Alalshikh. White had teased creating his own boxing promotion since he was hyping up Conor McGregor’s boxing match with Floyd Mayweather back in 2017. The UFC boss wore a Zuffa Boxing shirt, but he appeared to sour on the idea of a venture into boxing before Saudi Arabia got involved.
UFC 313: Jamahal Hill makes prediction for Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev fight
BJ Penn Staff - March 5, 2025
Jamahal Hill has made his pick for the upcoming UFC light heavyweight title fight between champion Alex Pereira and challenger Magomed Ankalaev. Pereira and Ankalaev’s title fight will headline the UFC 313 show in Las Vegas this Saturday. The Brazilian (and secretly English-speaking) champion has evolved into one of the most dominant forces in all of MMA, but many people believe the Russian challenger, who is dangerous on the feet and on the mat, could have the perfect style to take the throne.