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Aljamain Sterling reacts after his fight with Movsar Evloev is bumped to the UFC 310 prelims in favor of Bryce Mitchell vs. Kron Gracie
Harry Kettle - November 19, 2024
Aljamain Sterling has given his thoughts on his fight against Movsar Evloev being bumped from the main card of UFC 310. Following on from his UFC bantamweight championship run, Aljamain Sterling is now busy competing at featherweight. His aim is to become a two-division world champion and given what we all know about his style, it’s entirely possible that he could make that dream a reality. Of course, he has to get through some top contenders first before earning a crack at the belt.
Conor McGregor reacts to “mad little fellow” Michael Chandler’s loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 309
Harry Kettle - November 19, 2024
Conor McGregor has given his thoughts on rival Michael Chandler’s defeat to Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 last weekend. On Saturday night, Michael Chandler came up short in his attempt to defeat Charles Oliveira in their rematch. However, he didn’t go down without a fight. After Oliveira largely controlled the first four rounds of the contest, Chandler went for it in the fifth and almost got ‘Do Bronx’ out of there with a remarkable flurry.
Stipe Miocic issues heartfelt statement following retirement at UFC 309: "It was a honor to go to war"
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic issued a heartfelt retirement statement following UFC 309. Miocic returned to the Octagon in the main event of UFC 309 against Jon Jones for the heavyweight title. Unfortnately, Miocic suffered a third-round knockout loss. After the defeat, Miocic announced his retirement from the sport in the Octagon.
Dominick Cruz unloads on "work mule" Ali Abdelaziz: "That’s what makes you weak"
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2024
Dominick Cruz has taken aim at MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz. Cruz announced he would be having one more fight, and commentator Jon Anik suggested he should rematch Henry Cejudo. Abdelaziz, who manages Cejudo, took to social media to claim it was an easy fight which Cruz didn’t take kindly to, as he had a heated back-and-forth
Jake Paul slams Francis Ngannou following criticism of Mike Tyson fight: "Clout chasing doesn't suit you"
Josh Evanoff - November 18, 2024
YouTuber-turned-boxing star Jake Paul has issued a response to PFL heavyweight Francis Ngannou. ‘The Problem Child’ returned to the boxing ring over the weekend, live on Netflix. There, Jake Paul finally met 58-year-old heavyweight legend Mike Tyson. The two were slated to face off in July, but ‘Iron Mike’ was forced out due to a health emergency. As a result, Paul handed short-notice replacement Mike Perry a stoppage loss.
Jon Jones praises 'very scary' Gable Steveson for training following UFC 309 win: "He'll become a UFC champion"
Josh Evanoff - November 18, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has nothing but praise for Gable Steveson. ‘Bones’ returned to the octagon in the main event of UFC 309 on Saturday night in New York. Back for the first time since submitting Ciryl Gane last March, Jon Jones faced Stipe Miocic. For his part, the 42-year-old former heavyweight champion hadn’t competed since a knockout loss to Francis Ngannou in 2021.
Tom Aspinall is confident showdown with Jon Jones will eventually happen: "He has a gigantic ego"
Josh Evanoff - November 18, 2024
Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall believes he will eventually fight Jon Jones. ‘Bones’ returned to the cage in the main event of UFC 309 over the weekend. Back for the first time since submitting Ciryl Gane last March, Jon Jones met former champion Stipe Miocic. Sitting in the front row on fight night was interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. The British fighter weighed in as the backup fighter for the main event as well.
Israel Adesanya criticizes Bo Nickal for "boring fight" against Paul Craig at UFC 309
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2024
Israel Adesanya was critical of Bo Nickal and his performance at UFC 309. Nickal improved to 7-0 as a pro as he beat Paul Craig by decision. However, the fight wasn’t that entertaining as the two high-level grapplers got into a striking match.
Dominick Cruz prepared for one last rodeo in UFC: 'I’m ready to walk into the fire again and see what life and death really looks like'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 18, 2024
Dominick Cruz feels he’s prepared for “one last dance.” Cruz is a former two-time UFC bantamweight champion. He has certainly carved out his legacy at 135 pounds. Cruz remains competitive, but as he draws closer to the age of 40, he understands that not everything lasts forever.
BJJ legend Marcelo Garcia returns to competition, expected to make ONE debut in 2025
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 18, 2024
Marcelo Garcia is one of the greatest grapplers to ever compete in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Now, after 13 years away from competition, the decorated submission artist will join the Ruotolo brothers, Cole Abate, and others in ONE Championship. ONE announced last week that the five-time IBJJF World Champion has signed with the promotion, and that he is likely to make his debut in the coming year.
Daniel Cormier reacts to Jon Jones' dominant UFC 309 win over Stipe Miocic: 'It was very apparent that these two are not on the same level'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 18, 2024
Daniel Cormier has weighed in on Jon Jones’ stellar performance at UFC 309. Jones put the UFC Heavyweight Championship at stake against Stipe Miocic this past Saturday night. While the talk going into the fight was mostly about what’s in store for “Bones” beyond UFC 309, the heavyweight king had everyone glued to their screens with his dominant victory over Miocic.
Jim Miller reveals plans for retirement after big win at UFC 309
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2024
UFC legend Jim Miller has provided an update on his retirement plans following his victory over Damon Jackson at UFC 309. Last weekend at UFC 309, Jim Miller picked up his record-extending 27th win in the Octagon. He did so by submitting Damon Jackson, reminding the masses that even at the age of 41, he’s still got what it takes to finish opponents in the UFC.
Darren Till set for boxing match against Tommy Fury in January
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2024
Darren Till is set for the first big fight of his post-UFC career as he prepares for a boxing match against Tommy Fury on January 18. Once upon a time, Darren Till was considered to be the next big thing in mixed martial arts. Unfortunately, he never quite lived up to his potential. He did manage to get to a UFC welterweight championship shot against Tyron Woodley, only to fall short when the lights were on bright.
Jake Paul goes after Dana White following criticism over Mike Tyson fight
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2024
Jake Paul has taken a shot at UFC president Dana White after the latter criticized the nature of his win over Mike Tyson. Over the years, Jake Paul and Dana White have made it crystal clear that they aren’t big fans of one another. While Jake has been a bit more forward with that than Dana, the UFC boss has certainly taken the bait with many of the things that ‘The Problem Child’ has said.
Eryk Anders issues statement following UFC 309 bout cancellation: 'There was no way I would have been able to go out there'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 17, 2024
Eryk Anders has explained why he was forced out of his scheduled UFC 309 fight against Chris Weidman. Anders vs. Weidman was supposed to be held inside Madison Square Garden in New York City this past Saturday night. The middleweight tilt would’ve been a part of the preliminary portion of the UFC 309 card.
Bo Nickal trolls fans who booed him following UFC 309 win over Paul Craig
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 17, 2024
Bo Nickal is taking the boobirds in stride. Nickal was featured on the main card of UFC 309 this past Saturday night. The rising middleweight shared the Octagon with seasoned veteran Paul Craig. The fight stood on the feet for three rounds, and it was Nickal who earned the unanimous decision win.
Dana White admits Mike Tyson "was right" about his boxing match with Jake Paul
Harry Kettle - November 17, 2024
UFC president Dana White has admitted that Mike Tyson was right about his boxing showdown with Jake Paul. When Mike Tyson announced that he’d be battling Jake Paul in a boxing match, many eyebrows were raised. One of the big reasons for that, of course, is that he’s 58 years of age. Despite this factor, he pushed forward through injury and made the fight happen.
Dana White reacts to Jon Jones retiring Stipe Miocic at UFC 309: “This guy’s fight IQ is off the charts”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 17, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White is in awe of Jon Jones’ fight IQ. Jones once again put on a brilliant display in his heavyweight title defense against Stipe Miocic. The UFC 309 headliner ended in the third round when “Bones” delivered a spinning back kick right to the solar plexus of Miocic.