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UFC Hall of Famer Anderson Silva reveals he'll "never retire" ahead of 50th birthday: "I'm not done fighting"
Josh Evanoff - March 6, 2025
UFC Hall of Famer Anderson Silva believes he will never retire from fighting. ‘The Spider’ hasn’t been seen in action since an exhibition boxing match against Chael Sonnen last June. That night saw the two former rivals have a largely civil five-round bout, a stark contrast to their fights in the cage. Prior to the bout, Anderson Silva revealed that his trilogy bout against ‘The American Gangster’ will be his final time fighting in Brazil.
UFC Seattle salaries revealed: Rob Font leads the way as nine fighters pocket six-figures
Cole Shelton - March 6, 2025
The UFC was in Seattle on February 22 and the salaries for the event have now been disclosed and Rob Font led the way. In the main event, Song Yadong defeated Henry Cejduo by technical decision. For his winning performance in the main event of UFC Seattle, Yadong got $320,000 while Cejudo got $150,000.
Ilia Topuria teases massive fight announcement is on the way: "You won't believe it."
Josh Evanoff - March 6, 2025
Former UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria hopes to have his next fight announced soon. ‘El Matador’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since a stunning knockout win over Max Holloway in October. Following that stoppage victory at UFC 308, Ilia Topuria teased a move up to the lightweight division. While Dana White publicly shot down the possibility of the featherweight moving up so quickly, he seemingly made a u-turn on that idea.
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira was "protected" ahead of UFC 313 fight: "Picks his opponents"
Josh Evanoff - March 6, 2025
Light-heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev has fired shots at Alex Pereira ahead of their UFC 313 headliner. The Russian is set to challenge for UFC gold for the second time in his career on Saturday night. Back for the first time since handing Aleksandar Rakic a unanimous decision loss in October, Magomed Ankalaev will finally face Alex Pereira. The challenger will enter the bout on a staggering 13-fight unbeaten streak, but is currently a slight betting underdog.
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.
Colby Covington gets response from Themba Gorimbo after close call at UFC PI
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2025
Themba Gorimbo has responded to Colby Covington avoiding him at the UFC Performance Institute. Gorimbo and Covington were once friends and training partners, but they recently had a falling out. During a live stream, Covington entered the gym at the UFC PI, but when he saw Gorimbo working out, he decided to walk up the stairs instead. During the stream, Covington called Gorimbo “ungrateful.”
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.
Takeru "gunning" for all-out war with Rodtang at ONE 172
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 5, 2025
Fans are itching for the blockbuster encounter between Takeru Segawa and former flyweight Muay Thai king Rodtang Jitmuangnon – and Takeru is in the same boat. “The Natural Born Krusher” collides with “The Iron Man” in a five-round flyweight kickboxing super-fight. This happens in the main event of ONE 172 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.
Cris Cyborg names next potential PFL opponent after recent knockout win in boxing: "It'll be in the fall"
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
PFL Superfights women’s featherweight champion Cris Cyborg hopes to return to the cage in the fall. The 39-year-old is fresh off an appearance in the boxing ring earlier this month. Over the weekend, Cris Cyborg scored a second-round knockout win over Karen Fernandez, in her fifth professional boxing match. Fresh off that stoppage victory, the PFL champion is turning her attention to a return to the cage.
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.