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Video | The last man to defeat Alex Pereira in kickboxing Artem Vakhitov scores Contender Series KO in front of ‘Poatan’
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2024
Artem Vakhitov picked up a huge win on Dana White’s Contender Series – and Alex Pereira was right there to watch it all unfold. Last night, Artem Vakhitov put a beating on Islem Masraf and managed to earn himself a UFC contract in the process. Vakhitov, 33, is best known for being a two-time Glory light heavyweight champion in the world of kickboxing. Oh, and he’s also the last person to defeat Pereira in kickboxing before the latter made his switch over to mixed martial arts.
Chael Sonnen explains why Raquel Pennington, not Kayla Harrison, should be next for newly minted UFC champion Julianna Peña
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2024
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen believes Raquel Pennington has earned the right to receive an immediate rematch against Julianna Pena. Last weekend, Raquel Pennington put up a great fight against Julianna Pena at UFC 307. She was defending her UFC women’s bantamweight championship but unfortunately, in the eyes of the judges, she didn’t quite do enough to get over the finish line.
Anthony Smith explains why he took pride in watching Khalil Rountree Jr. find early success against Alex Pereira at UFC 307: “At least it ain’t just me”
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2024
UFC fighter Anthony Smith says he took pride in seeing Khalil Rountree Jr enjoy success against Alex Pereira in their UFC 307 main event. Last weekend, Khalil Rountree Jr performed brilliantly against Alex Pereira. He put up an incredible fight against the Brazilian and while he ultimately lost via stoppage, his stock went up dramatically.
Alex Morono looking to prove he's much better than his last outing at UFC Vegas 98: "I performed horribly"
Cole Shelton - October 8, 2024
Alex Morono is glad to be making a quick turnaround at UFC Vegas 98 as he hopes to get the bad taste out of his mouth. Morono is coming off a dissapointing decision loss to Niko Price at UFC 302 in June. It was a frustrating fight for Morono who said nothing went right for him all fight week.
Daniel Cormier dismisses PFL and Bellator, says UFC is the only place to earn "Superstardom"
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier feels the UFC is the only MMA promotion in which athletes truly have an opportunity to achieve a superstar fame level. Cormier sat cage-side as UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira defeated Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307. Pereira defended the belt for the third time in just seven months and rallied from early adversity to finish Rountree.
Kayla Harrison reacts to PFL taking shots at her since UFC move: "I could say a lot..."
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
UFC bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison responded to the PFL’s promotion of her lone career defeat to market one of their biggest stars. Harrison defeated Ketlen Vieira by unanimous decision at UFC 307 last Saturday in Salt Lake City. After defeating Vieira and remaining unbeaten in her UFC tenure, Harrison is likely next in line for the bantamweight title shot.
Cory Sandhagen tells Sean O'Malley to "quit acting like a troll" and agree to fight him
Cole Shelton - October 8, 2024
Cory Sandhagen wants Sean O’Malley to fight him once he’s healthy. Sandhagen says he was rooting for Jose Aldo to win at UFC 307 so that could be his next fight. But, after Aldo lost, Sandhagen is now turning his attention to O’Malley as he believes it makes sense, as the winner should get a title shot.
WATCH | Jon Jones trains with former Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson
Josh Evanoff - October 8, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is now training with Gable Steveson. ‘Bones’ is currently working on his return to the octagon. Jon Jones hasn’t competed since winning heavyweight gold last March, submitting Ciryl Gane inside of a round. For his first title defense, the champion is expected to face Stipe Miocic in November in the main event of UFC 309.
Sean Strickland brutally slams Khamzat Chimaev for ties to "terrorist dictators": "You are not compatible with America"
Josh Evanoff - October 8, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland isn’t a fan of Khamzat Chimaev. ‘Tarzan’ has been out of the cage since his June return at UFC 302. In the co-main event, Sean Strickland faced fellow striker Paulo Costa, in his first bout since losing middleweight gold in January. There, the former champion outstruck ‘The Eraser’ en route to a split-decision victory. With the win, he seemingly secured another title fight.
Khalil Rountree Jr. targets "Inevitable" Jamahal Hill rebooking after UFC 307 defeat
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
UFC light heavyweight contender Khalil Rountree Jr. isn’t planning on taking an extensive absence after falling short of gold last weekend against Alex Pereira. Pereira defeated Rountree by fourth-round TKO to retain the UFC light heavyweight belt at UFC 307. Despite entering UFC 307 as a significant underdog, Rountree held his own against Pereira and nearly stopped him in the early rounds.
Regian Eersel relishes redemption win at ONE Fight Night 25: “I'm very satisfied”
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 8, 2024
Regian Eersel went home a happy man following his exhilarating performance in the main event of ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video last Friday, October 4. There, “The Immortal” reclaimed the ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Championship after an intense five-round rematch against Alexis Nicolas.
Alex Pereira fuels future heavyweight move in chilling social media post: "One of my favorite moments"
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira took to social media to further allude to a quest to become a three-division UFC titleholder. Pereira rallied late to knock out Khalil Rountree Jr. in the UFC 307 main event last Saturday in Salt Lake City. He’s successfully defended the UFC light heavyweight title three times in just seven months.
Ilia Topuria warns Islam Makhachev ahead of possible LW move: "Let's settle it like adults!"
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
Tensions are boiling between UFC champions Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev ahead of Topuria’s first featherweight title defense. Topuria will face BMF titleholder Max Holloway in the UFC 308 main event later this month in Abu Dhabi. He returns to the Octagon after finishing Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298 to capture the UFC featherweight title.
"Big" John McCarthy scolds UFC 307 referee: "You absolutely just sh*t the bed"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2024
“Big” John McCarthy has gone off on one controversial referee who was on duty for UFC 307. Dave Seljestad has come under fire for his officiating during the Cesar Almeida vs. Ihor Potieria fight. The referee was bashed by fans and experts for missing a slew of eye pokes. He was also criticized for being easily influenced by fans when breaking up grappling positions.
Former UFC veteran puts Alex Pereira above Islam Makhachev on pound-for-pound list
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2024
Alex Pereira should be regarded as the number one pound-for-pound fighter, says one ex-UFC veteran. Pereira has been making a strong case for himself to be at the top of that list. UFC CEO Dana White has pounded the table for Jon Jones remaining at the top. Others believe Islam Makhachev is the rightful choice at number one.
Dana White knows Alex Pereira run won't last forever: "It’s not like he’s 28 and he’s got this many fights"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White knows Alex Pereira’s days inside the Octagon won’t last forever. “Poatan” has emerged as a top star for the UFC. He’s coming off a fun standup scrap against Khalil Rountree in the main event of UFC 307. Pereira scored a TKO finish in the fourth round for his third successful UFC light heavyweight title defense.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 179 with Alex Morono and Josh Fremd
Cole Shelton - October 8, 2024
The 179th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Vegas 98. We’re first joined by UFC welterweight Alex Morono (1:02). We close things out by chatting with UFC middleweight Josh Fremd (12:13).
Anderson Silva praises Khalil Rountree Jr following UFC 307 performance
Harry Kettle - October 8, 2024
Anderson Silva has praised Khalil Rountree Jr for his performance in the main event of UFC 307 last weekend. On Saturday night, Khalil Rountree Jr stepped up in a big way. He challenged Alex Pereira for the UFC light heavyweight championship, and he took the champion to the limit.