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UFC 310 | Pro fighters make their picks for Alexandre Pantoja vs Kai Asakura title fight
Cole Shelton - December 4, 2024
In the main event of UFC 310 on Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada the flyweight title is up for grabs as Alexandre Pantoja takes on UFC newcomer Kai Asakura. Heading into the fight, Pantoja is a -280 favorite while the challenger is a +210 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their prediction for the flyweight title fight. In the end, most believe Pantoja will get his hand raised as they believe that UFC experience is a true factor as Asakura making his debut in a title fight could hinder him with nerves.
Vicente Luque offers UFC 310 prediction for Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 4, 2024
Vicente Luque has given his pick for the UFC 310 clash between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry. This will be a crucial bout in the welterweight division, as Rakhmonov’s title shot is at stake. He was initially scheduled to challenge Belal Muhammad for the welterweight gold before “Remember The Name” was benched due to an infection.
Ian Machado Garry thinks rematch with Shavkat Rakhmonov is inevitable: 'We're gonna end up having success continuously'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 4, 2024
Ian Machado Garry doesn’t believe UFC 310 will be the last time he shares the Octagon with Shavkat Rakhmonov. Garry stepped up when Rakhmonov needed a new opponent for the UFC’s year-end pay-per-view event. Rakhmonov was set to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. “Remember The Name” was forced to pull out of the fight due to a foot infection.
Coach explains why Jon Jones fight would be 'tough' for Tom Aspinall: 'It’s not a matchup that scares us at all'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 4, 2024
Jon Jones’ striking coach believes Tom Aspinall would face problems against his fighter. Many fight fans are wondering if the UFC will inevitable book a title unification bout between Jones and Aspinall. “Bones” picked Stipe Miocic apart in their UFC 309 heavyweight title fight. Aspinall, who holds interim gold, was in attendance for the fight. There was no staredown inside the Octagon or even an acknowledgment from Jones.
Alex Pereira shows off incredible mansion he's purchased for his parents
Harry Kettle - December 4, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has showcased the incredible mansion he has bought for his parents. Ever since arriving in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Alex Pereira has been able to accomplish some incredible things. In addition to becoming the middleweight king after knocking out Israel Adesanya, he has also been able to move up and win a second world title at light heavyweight.
Report | Gregory Rodrigues gets his first UFC main event spot against a former title challenger
Harry Kettle - December 4, 2024
Gregory Rodrigues is set to be handed his first UFC main event assignment since arriving in the promotion. At the age of just 32, Gregory Rodrigues has already had a pretty fascinating career. He’s had big highs and big lows in mixed martial arts but through it all, he’s remained as resilient as ever. Recently, he’s been able to put together a nice run for himself, winning five of his last six – which includes claiming victory in his last three.
Kron Gracie responds to criticism over his fight with Bryce Mitchell being on the UFC 310 main card
Harry Kettle - December 4, 2024
Kron Gracie has responded to criticism of his fight against Bryce Mitchell being on the main card of UFC 310 this weekend. For the first time in a long time, Kron Gracie will compete in mixed martial arts on Saturday night. He will go head to head with Bryce Mitchell in what should be a pretty fascinating matchup. In the eyes of many, this serves as a great opportunity for Mitchell to get back on track.
Rui Botelho promises to walk through Jonathan Di Bella at ONE Fight Night 26
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 4, 2024
Portuguese striking star Rui Botelho has been in ONE Championship since 2018, but in the past year, the Dinamite Team product has showcased a second coming. The 30-year-old has tacked back-to-back wins together in recent time, and next he meets former ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Champion Jonathan Di Bella at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov this Friday, December 6, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Ian Garry gets added boost with former UFC champ in corner for co-main event
Zain Bando - December 3, 2024
Ian Garry will have some help Saturday night when he fights Shavkat Rakhmonov in the co-main event of UFC 310 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Enter former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Garry announced Tuesday that Oliveira would be in his corner, giving him an extra set of experience on fight night.
Chael Sonnen claims UFC title shot for Kai Asakura is “right”
Zain Bando - December 3, 2024
Chael Sonnen, a former UFC fighter-turned-analyst, quickly gave his thoughts on the UFC 310 pay-per-view main event between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Asakura, which headlines this Saturday. Sonnen never won a UFC world title. Between 2010 and 2013, he came up short on three occasions against former middleweight champion Anderson Silva (twice) and current heavyweight champion Jon Jones.
TikToker Bryce Hall set to return at BKFC KnuckleMania V against Kimbo Slice Jr.
Josh Evanoff - December 3, 2024
TikTok star Bryce Hall will be returning to BKFC early next year to face Kimbo Slice Jr. Since being founded in early 2018, David Feldman’s bare-knuckle promotion has largely focused on signing ex-UFC talent. Look no further than the company’s top stars, which include the likes of Mike Perry, Eddie Alvarez, and Jeremy Stephens. The two latter fighters are actually set to headline BKFC KnuckleMania V in January.
Michael Chandler and Jorge Masvidal tease April showdown in Miami: "Say the word and it's a go"
Josh Evanoff - December 3, 2024
It appears a clash between UFC stars Michael Chandler and Jorge Masvidal is on the horizon. ‘Iron’ is fresh off his return to the octagon last month in the co-main event of UFC 309. Ending a two-year hiatus, Michael Chandler faced former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ had famously handed the former Bellator star a second-round knockout loss in 2022, in a bid for vacant UFC gold.
Petr Yan shows interest in Sean O'Malley rematch with title shot unlikely: "I'm leaning towards it"
Josh Evanoff - December 3, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan wants another crack at Sean O’Malley. ‘No Mercy’ is fresh off his return to the octagon last month in Macau, China. Back for the first time since halting Song Yadong’s rise in March, Petr Yan met Deiveson Figueiredo. For his part, the former flyweight champion was undefeated since moving to bantamweight last year, recently beating Marlon Vera in August.
Michael Chiesa surprised he's the underdog at UFC 310, vows to rely on experience against Max Griffin
Cole Shelton - December 3, 2024
Michael Chiesa was hoping to get one more fight in 2024 and he got his wish. After Chiesa submitted Tony Ferguson, the goal was to return in December. He ended up getting his wish as he will face Max Griffin on Saturday night at UFC 310.
Tom Aspinall shares interesting theory on why Jon Jones doesn't like mentioning UFC title unification fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
Tom Aspinall believes he knows why Jon Jones hasn’t publicly shown interest in fighting him. Fans have been pounding the table for some clarity in the UFC’s heavyweight division. Jones is the heavyweight titleholder, but Aspinall holds interim gold and has even defended his championship. Following Jones’ own successful title defense at UFC 309, he wouldn’t commit to a title unification bout against Aspinall.
MMA icon thinks Aljamain Sterling and Chris Weidman feel they've been demoted with UFC 310 prelim spot
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
One former UFC icon believes Aljamain Sterling and Chris Weidman aren’t gung-ho over being on the UFC 310 prelims. UFC 310 is coming up this Saturday. It’ll be the UFC’s year-end pay-per-view. Sterling and Weidman will be featured on the card, but not on the PPV. Instead, the “Funk Master” will fight on the ESPN2 prelims, while the “All American” will compete on the early prelims.
Kongthoranee anticipates firefight with Nakrob Fairtex at ONE Fight Night 26
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 3, 2024
Thai striking favorite Kongthoranee Sor Sommai has quickly become a must-see fighter in ONE Championship, and he insists his return at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov will be another prolific affair. The deadly puncher meets #4-ranked contender Nakrob Fairtex in flyweight Muay Thai action this Friday, December 6, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 184 with Michael Chiesa, Max Griffin & Chase Hooper
Cole Shelton - December 3, 2024
The 184th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC 310. We’re first joined by UFC welterweights Michael Chiesa (0:41) and Max Griffin (14:49). We close things out by chatting with UFC lightweight Chase Hooper (26:21).