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ONE Championship releases slate of U.S. primetime events for 2025
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 7, 2024
John Lineker calls out Rodtang following second Muay Thai win
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 7, 2024
John Lineker is intensifying his Muay Thai momentum by challenging Rodtang Jitmuangnon. The former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion achieved a perfect 2-0 record in “the art of eight limbs” at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video last Friday, October 4. There, he demolished Alexey Balyko in the opening round.
Joaquin Buckley predicts KO win over Kamaru Usman in possible UFC welterweight banger
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 7, 2024
Joaquin Buckley is ready to take a major step up, and he feels the timing is right for a Kamaru Usman showdown. Buckley impressed many fans and experts with his performance at UFC 307. He had a competitive affair with crowd favorite Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. Buckley was able to swarm his opponent and land body shots before knocking out Thompson with a punch upstairs.
Daniel Cormier scolds Julianna Pena for not building Kayla Harrison fight during UFC 307 post-fight interview
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 7, 2024
Daniel Cormier believes Julianna Pena missed out on a big opportunity after striking gold a second time at UFC 307. Pena challenged Raquel Pennington for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship over the weekend. She ended up becoming a two-time 135-pound titleholder via controversial split decision.
Early UFC betting odds for Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison title fight revealed
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 7, 2024
Early odds for a potential title clash between Julianna Pena and Kayla Harrison have been revealed. Pena and Harrison were both featured on the UFC 307 card this past Saturday. “The Venezuelan Vixen” defeated Raquel Pennington in the co-headliner to become a two-time UFC women’s bantamweight champion. As for Harrison, she earned a unanimous decision victory over Ketlen Vieira.
Referee Marc Goddard reacts to the “ungodly” punching power of Alex Pereira following UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 7, 2024
MMA referee Marc Goddard couldn’t help but praise the punching power of Alex Pereira in the wake of UFC 307. On Saturday night, Alex Pereira did it again. He overcame adversity and knocked out Khalil Rountree Jr. in what proved to be an incredibly competitive main event. Alas, while Rountree Jr. had some success, it was ‘Poatan’ who walked out of Salt Lake City with the belt wrapped around his waist.
Dana White reacts to the “atrocious” judging at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 7, 2024
UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on what he deemed to be atrocious judging at UFC 307 last weekend. UFC 307 is officially in the books following an electric night in Salt Lake City, Utah. The promotion put on another exciting card with plenty of highlights from top to bottom. However, one major talking point coming out of the event was the state of the judging.
Jose Aldo issues statement following split decision loss to Mario Bautista at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 7, 2024
MMA legend Jose Aldo has issued a statement following his split decision defeat to Mario Bautista last weekend. As we know, Jose Aldo is a true icon in the world of mixed martial arts. He’s done some incredible things throughout the course of his career, which includes being one of the most dominant champions of his generation. Now, after a short period of time away from the UFC, he’s back for another run.
Khalil Rountree issues statement following TKO loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 307
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Khalil Rountree may not be the UFC light heavyweight champion, but he feels stronger than ever. Rountree challenged Alex Pereira for the 205-pound gold in the main event of UFC 307. The “War Horse” didn’t make things easy for “Poatan.” Pereira respected the power of the title challenger, but his patience won out and he scored a fourth-round TKO finish to retain his hardware.
Stephen Thompson issues statement following KO loss to Joaquin Buckley at UFC 307, receives advice from Conor McGregor
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Stephen Thompson has issued a statement after being stopped by Joaquin Buckley at UFC 307. Thompson and Buckley shared the Octagon inside the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The welterweight scrap served as the featured preliminary bout on the UFC 307 card.
Chael Sonnen praises Julianna Pena for 'troll job' during UFC 307 post-fight interview
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Chael Sonnen believes Julianna Pena knew what she was doing by ignoring Kayla Harrison post-UFC 307. Pena stepped inside the Octagon to challenge Raquel Pennington for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship in Salt Lake City. Despite a two-year layoff, Pena was able to snatch a split decision victory. She is now a two-time women’s bantamweight titleholder.
Alex Pereira fires back at Jamahal Hill following UFC 307: 'Maybe he just woke up'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Alex Pereira has returned fire at Jamahal Hill following UFC 307. Pereira put the 205-pound gold at stake against Khalil Rountree in Salt Lake City. It wasn’t an easy fight for “Poatan,” but he eventually put the gutsy Rountree away via fourth-round TKO. It was a crowd pleasing fight, but Hill didn’t appear to be on the edge of his seat.
Lineker, Estupinan take home $50,000 bonuses at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 6, 2024
John Lineker and Johan Estupinan each received a bonus for putting on a show at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video last Friday, October 4. Both men delivered rousing performances in their respective bouts. This prompted ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong to award them $50,000 bonuses.
Alex Pereira won't be switching weight classes following UFC 307 win over Khalil Rountree
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2024
Alex Pereira has made his plans post-UFC 307 clear. Pereira put the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship at stake inside the Delta Center in Salt Lake City this past Saturday. Standing across the Octagon from him was Khalil Rountree.
UFC 307 Bonus Report: Joaquin Buckley one of four fighters to take home an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
The Octagon returned to Salt Lake City for tonight’s UFC 307 event, a 12-bout fight card headlined by Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. The highly anticipated light heavyweight title fight proved to be a thrilling back and forth affair. Khalil Rountree Jr. got off to a fast start in his first career title fight, arguably winning both of the first two rounds (at least on many analysts scorecards). However, Alex Pereira was able to turn the tide in his favor in round three and proceeded to batter ‘The War Horse’ throughout the course of round four. In the final seconds of the fourth frame, ‘Poatan’ landed a brutal body-head combination that put Rountree Jr. down for good.
Pros react after Alex Pereira TKO's Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 307 event was headlined by a light heavyweight title fight featuring Alex Pereira taking on Khalil Rountree Jr. Pereira (12-2 MMA) was looking to earn his third consecutive defense of the light heavyweight title when he took to the Octagon this evening in Utah. ‘Poatan’ was most previously seen in action this past June at UFC 303, where he picked up a second-round TKO victory over Jiri Prochazka (see that here).
UFC 307 Results: Alex Pereira TKO's Khalil Rountree Jr. (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 307 results, including the light heavyweight title fight between Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree Jr. Pereira (11-2 MMA) will be looking to earn his third consecutive defense of the light heavyweight title this evening in Utah. ‘Poatan’ was most previously seen in action at June’s UFC 303 event, where he scored a second-round TKO victory over Jiri Prochazka (see that here).
UFC 307 Results: Julianna Pena defeats Raquel Pennington (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
Pros react after Mario Bautista defeats Jose Aldo at UFC 307
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 307 main card lineup featured a highly anticipated men’s bantamweight bout between Jose Aldo and Mario Bautista. Aldo (32-9 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since May’s UFC 301 event, where he had scored a dominant decision win over Jonathan Martinez. ‘The King of Rio’ had gone 4-1 over his previous five Octagon appearances ahead of tonight’s affair.
UFC 307 Results: Mario Bautista defeats Jose Aldo (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 307 results, including the men’s bantamweight bout between Jose Aldo and Mario Bautista. Aldo (32-8 MMA) was most previously seen in action at May’s UFC 301 event, where he scored a dominant decision win over Jonathan Martinez. ‘The King of Rio’ has gone 4-1 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.