MMA News
Gilbert Nakatani relishes signing with ONE Championship ahead of first promotional fight
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 27, 2024
Gilbert Nakatani has dreamed of competing in ONE Championship, and now that his chance will arrive at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov, he doesn’t intend on letting it go. The American newcomer meets #2-ranked flyweight MMA contender Yuya Wakamatsu inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium on Friday, December 6.
Bo Nickal vows to take down all future UFC opponents: “There’s really no other guys like Paul Craig”
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2024
Bo Nickal has vowed to take down all of his future UFC opponents following his recent clash with Paul Craig. For the last few years, Bo Nickal has been seen as the next big thing in mixed martial arts. Since arriving in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, he has been able to put on a string of impressive performances to further bolster that claim. Most recently, he went up against – and defeated – veteran Paul Craig.
Daniel Cormier shares his bantamweight wishlist, including Sean O’Malley vs. Henry Cejudo
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has shared his wishlist for bantamweight, including Sean O’Malley vs Henry Cejudo. Ever since he lost the UFC bantamweight championship, we haven’t heard much regarding the future of Sean O’Malley. Some believe he should get an immediate rematch against Merab Dvalishvili, whereas others disagree. Right now, it seems more likely that Petr Yan or Umar Nurmagomedov will receive such an opportunity.
Reinier de Ridder set to square off with Kevin Holland at UFC 311
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2024
UFC newcomer Reinier de Ridder is reportedly set to square off with veteran Kevin Holland at UFC 311. Earlier this month, Reinier de Ridder made his UFC debut by defeating Gerald Meerschaert. Ever since then, fans have been wondering what could be next for him. He has the potential to be a really interesting prospect in the company and it seems as if the UFC agrees based on this latest news.
Alibeg Rasulov vows to keep unbeaten record intact versus Christian Lee: “Losing is not in my plans”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 26, 2024
Lightweight MMA standout Alibeg Rasulov promises to keep his unblemished run going strong while snatching the ONE Lightweight MMA World Title away from two-weight king Christian Lee at ONE Fight Night 26. The 14-0 Turkish tussler challenges Lee for the gold in the headline attraction on Friday, December 6, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Conor McGregor's fiancee sends scathing message to rape accuser: "What sort of woman are you?"
Cole Shelton - November 26, 2024
Dee Devlin, the fiancee of Conor McGregor, has issued a scathing statement following her partner’s sexual assault trial. McGregor was recently found liable for a 2018 sexual assault of a woman at a Dublin hotel. The UFC star was ordered to pay approximately $260,000 in damages to the victim, Nikita Hand.
Former boxing champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. reveals ongoing talks for Jake Paul fight: "This week I have a meeting"
Josh Evanoff - November 26, 2024
Former WBC champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is down for a boxing match against Jake Paul. ‘The Problem Child’ is fresh off his return to the boxing ring earlier this month in Dallas. Live on Netflix, Jake Paul faced 58-year-old heavyweight legend Mike Tyson. While some hoped that ‘Iron Mike’ could turn back time, he quickly gassed out in the eight-round bout. As a result, Paul wound up outboxing Tyson, scoring a unanimous decision victory.
Mike Perry still hoping for BKFC return after beef with Conor McGregor: "I have three fights left on my contract"
Josh Evanoff - November 26, 2024
Mike Perry is still angling for a return to BKFC amid his feud with Conor McGregor. ‘Platinum’ has long been viewed as the face of the world’s biggest bare-knuckle boxing promotion. After parting ways with the UFC in 2021, Mike Perry signed with BKFC a few months afterward. For the next three years, he dominated several high-profile former UFC stars. Perry quickly racked up a 5-0 record, defeating names such as Michael Page, Luke Rockhold, and Eddie Alvarez.
Wang Cong releases statement following historic upset loss at UFC Macau: "I still believe I'm the one"
Josh Evanoff - November 26, 2024
UFC women’s flyweight contender Wang Cong has released a statement following her recent loss. ‘The Joker’ returned to the cage on the main card of UFC Macau on Saturday night. Just a few months removed from her stunning knockout win over Victoria Leonardo in August, Wang Cong met Gabriella Fernandes. ‘Gabi’ entered the cage fresh off a split-decision victory over Carli Judice earlier this year.
Proper No. 12 drops Conor McGregor from branding following sexual assault ruling
Cole Shelton - November 26, 2024
Proper No. 12 Irish Whiskey has dropped Conor McGregor from branding following a sexual assault ruling. McGregor was part of Proper No. 12 since its launch in 2018, but the company dropped the Irishman from its branding, according to a report from the Irish Independent.
Joe Rogan wants to 'get ahold of Drake and talk to him' about UFC betting
BJ Penn Staff - November 26, 2024
Joe Rogan is hoping to get Drake on the phone — and not to invite the rap superstar onto his popular podcast. Instead, the long-time UFC commentator is hoping to chat with the rapper about his bets on boxing and MMA fights. “I want to get ahold of Drake and talk to him about his fight picks,” Rogan told record producer Scott Storch on a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. “That motherf**ker loses more money on fights… I want to call him up.”
Jiri Prochazka fires shots at Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 311
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka is tired of hearing shade from Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev. Prochazka and Hill are set to collide in a battle of former world champions at UFC 311 on January 18th. Both men are coming off losses to Alex Pereira and are hoping to get back on the winning track. It’s a pivotal fight in the light heavyweight division, as the winner could find himself in yet another title fight depending on what the champion Alex Pereira’s next fight is and what the outcome will be.
Fight fans scold Conor McGregor following latest post on Instagram
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 26, 2024
Fans continue to rip Conor McGregor on social media following a recent court ruling. McGregor was found liable in a sexual assault verdict in Dublin. While the “Notorious” one admitted to infidelity, he insists that his time with the accuser, Nikita Hand, was consensual.
Reece McLaren warns Jarred Brooks to "stay at strawweight"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 26, 2024
Flyweight MMA standout Reece McLaren has a point to prove when he returns to action at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov. The #4-ranked contender welcomes ONE Interim Strawweight MMA World Champion Jarred Brooks to the flyweight division on Friday, December 6, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium, where he hopes to secure a shot at the vacant ONE Flyweight MMA World Title.
Paddy Pimblett recalls the time Conor McGregor erupted after watching one of his idols lose in UFC: “I’ll never forget him kicking the wall in this hotel”
Harry Kettle - November 26, 2024
Paddy Pimblett has shared a story of Conor McGregor as fans continue to speculate over the future of the Irishman. Right now, Conor McGregor’s reputation is falling apart. After being found liable in his sexual assault case in Ireland, many former fans of his are starting to distance themselves from the former two-weight UFC champion. At the same time, some still wonder whether or not he’ll ever step foot back into the Octagon.
Sean O’Malley reacts to Merab Dvalishvili’s recent callout of Petr Yan: “Merab is absolutely s***ing himself terrified of Umar”
Harry Kettle - November 26, 2024
Sean O’Malley doesn’t believe that Merab Dvalishvili is overly interested in the idea of fighting Umar Nurmagomedov. As we know, Merab Dvalishvili is the rightful UFC bantamweight champion. He defeated Sean O’Malley to claim the belt for the first time and ever since then, fans have been wondering who he’ll defend against first. Some have suggested an O’Malley rematch, whereas others believe Umar Nurmagomedov and Petr Yan are the top two contenders – especially after the latter’s win over Deiveson Figueiredo last weekend.
Wladimir Klitschko accuses Joe Rogan of spreading "Russian propaganda"
Harry Kettle - November 25, 2024
Former heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko has accused Joe Rogan of spreading Russian propaganda. Over the years, Joe Rogan has rarely been afraid to express his opinion. No matter what the subject is, he’s often more than happy to speak about it – usually through his podcast. As a result of his association with the UFC and Donald Trump, it also seems as if he’s been gradually getting more interested in political matters too.
What's next for Petr Yan and Deiveson Figueiredo after UFC Macau?
Cole Shelton - November 25, 2024
The UFC was in Macau, China on Saturday for UFC Macau, which saw Petr Yan take on Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event. Yan entered the fight coming off a win over Song Yadong. Figueiredo, meanwhile, was coming off a win over Marlon Vera and had gone undefeated since moving up to bantamweight.