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Johan Estupinan feels honored to be Colombia’s torchbearer in ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 9, 2024
Johan Estupinan embraces the duty of hoisting the Colombian flag aloft on the global stage. The 22-year-old rising star’s career is on an upward trajectory following his electrifying performance at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video last Friday, October 4. There, he defeated Zakaria El Jamari in a flyweight Muay Thai showdown.
Dana White reacts to Amanda Nunes teasing UFC return: "She looks great"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 9, 2024
Dana White has responded to Amanda Nunes teasing a potential UFC comeback. Nunes has cemented her place in MMA history. She retired from pro MMA competition after successfully defending the UFC women’s bantamweight title against Irene Aldana back in June 2023.
Renato Moicano vows to knock Justin Gaethje out if they fight: "I'm not losing"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 9, 2024
Renato Moicano believes that he would knock out Justin Gaethje if the two fight. The chatter within the MMA community for a potential clash between Moicano and Gaethje has grown. Former UFC veteran Chael Sonnen shared his belief that Moicano vs. Gaethje is a no brainer. UFC CEO Dana White said the promotion won’t be speaking to Moicano about his next fight until he heals from a shoulder injury.
Brendan Schaub suggests Khalil Rountree Jr. will “never be the same” following brutal stoppage loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 9, 2024
MMA analyst Brendan Schaub isn’t sure Khalil Rountree Jr will ever be the same following his brutal loss to Alex Pereira. On Saturday night at UFC 307, Khalil Rountree Jr put everything on the line. He went to war with Alex Pereira and unfortunately, he came up on the wrong end of a TKO loss. Despite this, he picked up plenty of new fans thanks to his determination and willingness to go out on his shield.
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.
Conor McGregor tabs Alex Pereira as the UFC's Pound-for-Pound No. 1 fighter
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White might not be happy with Conor McGregor’s pick for who deserves the top pound-for-pound ranking. McGregor was supposed to make his long-awaited UFC comeback at UFC 303 in June, before withdrawing due to a toe injury. As of this writing, his return remains indefinitely postponed, although he’s targeting a 2025 fight.
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.
Magomed Ankalaev offers himself as surprise backup fighter for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic: "I will beat him"
Josh Evanoff - October 8, 2024
UFC light-heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev is interested in facing Jon Jones. The 32-year-old Russian is in a bit of an odd situation right now. Magomed Ankalaev last appeared in the cage in January, in an UFC Apex main event. There, the light-heavyweight contender faced Johnny Walker in a rematch of their no-contest last October. Ultimately, it took just two rounds for Ankalaev to secure a knockout victory.
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.
Raquel Pennington calls for an immediate rematch with Julianna Pena after UFC 307: "I do not feel I lost that fight"
Cole Shelton - October 8, 2024
Raquel Pennington is hoping to get an immediate rematch against Julianna Pena after UFC 307. Pennington suffered a controversial split decision loss to Pena in the co-main event of UFC 307. It was a fight nearly all media members scored for Pennington, as did many fans.
"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.