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Kayla Harrison won't be calling out Amanda Nunes just yet: 'I have great respect for everything she’s accomplished'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Kayla Harrison won’t be calling for a showdown with Amanda Nunes just yet. Harrison appears to be in prime position to challenge for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship. The current titleholder is Julianna Pena, who has called for a trilogy fight with Nunes.
Bo Nickal names potential opponents following UFC 309 win over Paul Craig: 'They all pose interesting threats'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Bo Nickal has name-dropped potential opponents for him following his UFC 309 win. Nickal was in action back in November against seasoned veteran Paul Craig. While Nickal earned a unanimous decision victory, it was a tough crowd inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. Fans booed Nickal and chanted “overrated.”
Michael Bisping reveals key factor in UFC 310 fight between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Michael Bisping thinks there’s a major deciding factor that looms over Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry. Rakhmonov was expected to challenge Belal Muhammad for the UFC Welterweight Championship. A foot infection forced Muhammad off the UFC 310 card. As a result, Rakhmonov and Garry will collide in the co-main event.
Alexandre Pantoja shuts down bantamweight move ahead of UFC 310 title defense against Kai Asakura
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Alexandre Pantoja isn’t thinking about a move to the bantamweight division at the moment. Pantoja is the reigning UFC flyweight titleholder, but he had teased dabbling into the 135-pound division for a showdown with Sean O’Malley. At the time, O’Malley held the bantamweight championship.
Chael Sonnen believes UFC will give Jon Jones two options for his fighting future and Alex Pereira isn't one of them
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe the UFC is without leverage when it comes to Jon Jones’ future. Jones hasn’t shown eagerness to have a title unification bout with Tom Aspinall. Both men currently split the UFC Heavyweight Championship, with Aspinall being the interim titleholder. Despite this, “Bones” has been more interest in a clash with UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira.
Danielle Kelly determined to reclaim grappling crown at ONE Fight Night 26
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 30, 2024
Former ONE Women’s Atomweight Submission Grappling World Champion Danielle Kelly enters the biggest bout of her career next week, and she’s determined to leave Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium as queen once again. The American submission artist meets reigning divisional queen Mayssa Bastos at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov, on Friday, December 6, in an immediate rematch following their August encounter.
Shamil Gasanov preparing for war with Halil Amir at ONE Fight Night 26
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 30, 2024
Fourth-ranked featherweight MMA star Shamil Gasanov is under no illusions when it comes to the test that awaits him at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov. “The Cobra” meets Halil “No Mercy” Amir on Friday, December 6, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium, in a pivotal bout as both men look to continue climbing the division.
Video | Andre Onana play fights with PFL champion Francis Ngannou at Old Trafford: “I demand a rematch”
Josh Evanoff - November 29, 2024
Manchester United star Andre Onana recently fought with PFL heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. ‘The Predator’ is fresh off his return to the cage in Saudi Arabia last month. In the main event of PFL: Battle Of The Giants, Francis Ngannou collided with former tournament winner Renan Ferreira. For the former UFC champion, the bout was his first in MMA since a decision victory over Ciryl Gane in January 2022.
Thongpoon in do-or-die mode at ONE Fight Night 26: "My back is against the wall"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 29, 2024
Thongpoon PK Saenchai has always worn shades when he walks to the ring, stating that it’s because his future’s so bright. But after mixed results, the sun hasn’t been shining in his part of town, and the Thai striker is in do-or-die mode. He meets Danial Williams at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov on Friday, December 6, in what’s expected to be a strawweight Muay Thai slugfest inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
WATCH | Dakota Ditcheva bludgeons Taila Santos to secure stunning PFL title victory
Josh Evanoff - November 29, 2024
PFL flyweight Dakota Ditcheva has officially arrived with her win over Taila Santos. ‘Dangerous’ entered the PFL 10 card earlier today riding a wave of momentum. With a stellar 13-0 undefeated record, Dakota Ditcheva stamped earned her way to the tournament final with three straight knockout wins. The last of which came in August, when the British prospect dominated Jena Bishop to score a first-round stoppage.
Kai Asakura thinks UFC benefits if he defeats Alexandre Pantoja in UFC 310 title fight: 'I'm here to make it exciting'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 29, 2024
Kai Asakura believes capturing UFC gold would be best for business. There’s a reason why Asakura’s first bout under the UFC banner is for a title. The UFC could make a splash in the Japanese market with Asakura, who has proven to be a dangerous competitor as a RIZIN star. Asakura is aware of the potential value he’d bring if he can be as good as advertised against the UFC’s elite at 125 pounds.
Jon Anik suggests voting board for UFC Hall of Fame: 'Every case is unique'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 29, 2024
Jon Anik has a suggestion for how UFC Hall of Fame inductees are determined. As it stands now, there’s no publicly known criteria for earning the distinction. It’s led to some debates throughout the MMA community on who deserves to make it to the Hall. We’ve even seen Daniel Cormier explain why he wouldn’t have someone like Jim Miller get in.
Jamahal Hill explains the difference between his and Jiri Prochazka’s losses to Alex Pereira: “You got dominated, and I got caught”
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2024
Jamahal Hill has attempted to explain the difference between his loss to Alex Pereira and the latter’s wins over Jiri Prochazka. Ever since his loss to Alex Pereira earlier this year, Jamahal Hill has been waiting for the chance to get back in the Octagon. He’s been scheduled to do so on a couple of occasions, only for those encounters to be canceled. Now, the former UFC light heavyweight champion is set to meet another former UFC light heavyweight champion at UFC 311 in the form of Jiri Prochazka.
Darren Till explains why he’d like to fight Manchester United legends Cristiano Ronaldo or Gary Neville: “I’d like to see his speed and power”
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2024
Former UFC star Darren Till has called out Manchester United legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Gary Neville for a future fight. Ever since leaving the Ultimate Fighting Championship, it’s been clear to see that Darren Till is looking for a big payday. Now, it seems as if he’s getting closer to it. In his next outing, the former welterweight title challenger is set to battle it out with Tommy Fury in a boxing ring.
Video | Rampage Jackson shares footage of the “real reason” Jake Paul has never called him out
Harry Kettle - November 29, 2024
UFC legend Rampage Jackson has shared a video of why he believes Jake Paul has never called him out for a fight. For the longest time now, Jake Paul has been engaged in a long-running feud with the mixed martial arts community. In terms of his exploits in the boxing ring, this has seen him take on and defeat the likes of Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, Mike Perry and even Nate Diaz. At this point, it’s safe to say that a lot of UFC fans are pretty sick of seeing him knock out some of their favorites.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones shares his thoughts on Dana White’s “very dangerous” Power Slap: “It’s entertaining people”
Harry Kettle - November 28, 2024
UFC star Jon Jones has given his thoughts on Dana White’s Power Slap league as it continues to feature alongside the UFC. For the longest time now, Dana White has been all about growing the sport of mixed martial arts. Of course, that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have other interests, too. Over the years, he’s made it crystal clear that he wants to venture into boxing. In addition to that, not so long ago, he began to explore the idea of a slap fighting league.
Joe Rogan shares reaction in aftermath of Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: 'I was hoping for the Cinderella story'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 28, 2024
UFC color commentator Joe Rogan has weighed in on the aftermath of Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson. Paul and Tyson collided in a boxing match earlier this month. The clash was held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. As many expected going into the fight, the 58-year-old “Iron” Mike was simply too old and slow to catch up to Paul. “The Problem Child” ended up scoring the unanimous decision victory.
Michael Chandler addresses accusations that he cheats in UFC fights: "I'm an honest guy"
BJ Penn Staff - November 28, 2024
Michael Chandler has responded to accusations that he intentionally bends the rules in his UFC fights. Chandler, the former Bellator lightweight champ, was back in action in the co-main event of UFC 309 in New York City earlier this month, taking on Brazilian legend Charles Oliveira. He lost the five-round fight by unanimous decision, and afterwards came under fire for repeatedly striking Oliveira to the back of the head — a foul in MMA — in the final round.