MMA News
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.
Shavkat Rakhmonov claims he submitted Ian Machado Garry in training ahead of UFC 310 clash: "They didn't release that"
Josh Evanoff - December 3, 2024
Days out from his UFC 310 return, Shavkat Rakhmonov is opening up on his infamous sparring session with Ian Machado Garry. ‘Nomad’ is currently set to meet ‘The Future’ in the co-main event of UFC 310 this Saturday. The bout will be a rare non-title five-round co-main event, only being made as a result of Belal Muhammad’s injury. While Shavkat Rakhmonov was set to fight for welterweight gold, ‘Remember The Name’ was forced out last month.
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.
Ian Machado Garry unleashes brutal rant on Kamaru Usman: 'Where it matters between the legs, he’s a little man'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 3, 2024
Ian Machado Garry has some harsh words for Kamaru Usman. Usman has been trolled by fans online with ducking accusations. “The Nigerian Nightmare” explained that he decided against fighting Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 due to not having a full camp to prepare. Some have continued to lambast the former UFC welterweight champion.
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).
Aljamain Sterling is still confused by being put on UFC 310 prelims
Harry Kettle - December 3, 2024
Former UFC champion Aljamain Sterling has once again expressed his confusion at being put on the UFC 310 prelims. Over the years, Aljamain Sterling has achieved some great things in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. That includes winning the UFC bantamweight championship, which he was able to successfully defend on three separate occasions.
Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller offers to help former rival Nick Diaz: “We had our beef or whatever since we were kids”
Harry Kettle - December 3, 2024
Jason Miller has offered to help former rival Nick Diaz in the midst of the latter’s recent struggles outside of the cage. For over two decades now, Nick Diaz has been a prevalent name in the world of mixed martial arts. From Strikeforce to UFC and beyond, he has constantly been a name on everyone’s lips. Unfortunately, in recent times, Diaz appears to have been struggling in more ways than one.
Ian Machado Garry slams 'absolute coward' Colby Covington for accepting Joaquin Buckley fight at UFC Tampa
Harry Kettle - December 3, 2024
Ian Machado Garry has hit out at Colby Covington for accepting a fight against Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa. For the longest time, Ian Machado Garry has made one thing crystal clear: he wants to fight Colby Covington. It’s never been any kind of big secret and if anything, he’s been telling the world ever since he stepped foot in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. With that being said, Colby has never seemed overly interested in making that happen.
Jorge Masvidal reveals his UFC return is set for April in Miami: "I will be back!"
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Jorge Masvidal intends to return to the octagon in April. ‘Gamebred’ is in an incredibly weird position at this stage of his career. He last appeared in action in July, ending a short-lived retirement to face Nate Diaz in the boxing ring. While Jorge Masvidal is still under UFC contract, Dana White gave his blessing for the former title challenger to face off against an old rival.
Ian Machado Garry discusses hopes for double champion status ahead of UFC 310 return: "I'm not afraid of any man"
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
Ian Machado Garry believes his fight at UFC 310 this Saturday is the start of not one, but two championship runs. ‘The Future’ has been out of the cage since a clash with former Bellator star Michael Page in June. The bout was viewed as arguably the biggest test of the Irishman’s career thus far, and he passed. However, Ian Machado Garry was forced to showcase his grappling, ultimately earning a unanimous decision victory over the Brit.
Dakota Ditcheva opens up on MMA future following PFL tournament win: "I'm not abandoning that belt just yet"
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
Dakota Ditcheva has no plans of leaving the PFL for the UFC just yet. ‘Dangerous’ returned to the cage over the weekend in Saudi Arabia. On Friday night, Dakota Ditcheva met former UFC title challenger Taila Santos in the finals of the 2024 PFL women’s flyweight tournament. The Brazilian was expected to serve as the undefeated striker’s biggest challenge to date.
Joe Rogan shares examples of "artistic" fighters in boxing and MMA: "If you watch it, it’s beautiful"
BJ Penn Staff - December 2, 2024
Like many fight fans, Joe Rogan believes there is real artistry in the martial arts. The UFC commentator got to talking about the artistry of combat sports in a conversation with television personality Mike Rowe on a recent episode of his podcast.
Jim Miller not a fan of Donald Cerrone's comeback plans following admitted steroid use: 'I'm not super into it'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 2, 2024
Jim Miller isn’t keen on the idea of Donald Cerrone returning to MMA competition after cycling off steroids. “Cowboy’s” comeback plan has been a hot topic within the MMA community. Cerrone initially retired back in 2022 after being submitted by Miller. More recently, the former UFC title challenger posted a video on social media revealing his plans to fight again. He also revealed that he’ll need to get off the juice in order to be eligible to compete.
Kamaru Usman goes off on fans claiming he ducked Shavkat Rakhmonov: 'Shut your mouth'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 2, 2024
Kamaru Usman is not happy with those saying he ducked a UFC 310 matchup with Shavkat Rakhmonov. This Saturday night, Rakhmonov will share the Octagon with Ian Machado Garry. “Nomad” was initially scheduled to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. Plans changed when the 170-pound title holder suffered a foot infection.