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Henry Cejudo reveals how Kayla Harrison can run into problems against Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 2, 2024
Henry Cejudo believes Ketlen Vieira can make things uncomfortable for Kayla Harrison. Vieira and Harrison will collide this Saturday inside the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Harrison has said she expects to be a backup option if the women’s bantamweight title co-headliner needs her. Otherwise, it’s a chance for Harrison to solidify her place as a contender for the 135-pound gold.
ONE 168: Denver outsells WWE events at Ball Arena
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 2, 2024
ONE Championship achieved a significant milestone this past September by hosting its second spectacle in the United States. The ONE 168: Denver card, held at Ball Arena, exceeded expectations and even outperformed WWE’s two major events at the same venue. This is according to the report of veteran professional wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer.
Israel Adesanya says he wants to fight one more time before the end of the year: “Just fight for fighting’s sake”
Harry Kettle - October 2, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya wants to fight once more prior to the end of the calendar year. Earlier this year, Israel Adesanya failed in his attempt to reclaim the UFC middleweight championship. He fought well against Dricus du Plessis but ultimately, he came up short in a submission defeat to the South African champ.
Stephen Thompson believes Joaquin Buckley’s “ego” could result in his downfall at UFC 307: “I would love to get a submission win”
Harry Kettle - October 2, 2024
UFC veteran Stephen Thompson wonders whether or not Joaquin Buckley’s ego could cost him at UFC 307 this weekend. On Saturday night, Stephen Thompson returns to the Octagon once again. He’ll be doing so to battle it out with Joaquin Buckley in what promises to be an electric welterweight display.
Fares Ziam apologizes for unnecessary punches in ‘POTN’ knockout of Matt Frevola at UFC Paris: “I am sorry about that”
Harry Kettle - October 2, 2024
Fares Ziam has apologized for unnecessary punches in his Performance of the Night win over Matt Frevola. Last weekend, we all got the chance to see some pretty incredible matchups take place at UFC Paris. They featured a mixture of established talent and rising stars, with one of them pitting Fares Ziam against Matt Frevola.
Superbon starches Nattawut, Bags $50K bonus at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 1, 2024
Superbon showcased his incredible striking prowess yet again in the main event of ONE Friday Fights 81, earning a $50,000 bonus courtesy of ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong. The ONE Interim Featherweight Muay Thai World Champion made quick work of “Smokin” Jo Nattawut in a non-title Muay Thai bout last Friday, September 27, in Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Dana White reacts to Conor McGregor's drunk livestream, still believes the Irishman fights in 2025
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White still believes Conor McGregor will fight in 2025, despite his recent drunk livestream. McGregor did a livestream which was sponsored by Duelbits and was drinking throughout it. The Irishman was seen downing several drinks throughout the livestream and even took aim at Ilia Topuria.
Alex Pereira vows to "break" Khalil Rountree at UFC 307
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
Alex Pereira is confident he will still be the light heavyweight champion after UFC 307. Pereira is set to headline UFC 307 on Saturday against Khalil Rountree as he puts his 205lbs on the line. It’s an intriguing matchup and heading into the bout, Pereira is focused on doing whatever he needs to, to get his hand raised. With that said, ‘Poatan’ believes his pressure and fight IQ will be too much for Rountree and he will eventually break the title challenger.
Invicta FC 58 announced for November 6th in Kansas City, former UFC fighter Emily Ducote to headline
Josh Evanoff - October 1, 2024
Former UFC women’s strawweight contender Emily Ducote will headline Invicta FC 58 next month. In June, Shannon Knapp’s women’s MMA promotion finally returned. After nearly a year away, they held Invicta FC 55 in Kansas City, the city where they’ve largely remained since being founded a decade ago. Since then, they’ve held a few more high-profile events, including one in August headlined by former UFC title challenger Jennifer Maia.
UFC commentator Michael Bisping chases down thief who stole his wife's purse: "He was s*itting his pants!"
Josh Evanoff - October 1, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping recently had a run-in with a thief in Paris. ‘The Count’ is retired these days, but serves as one of the UFC’s main commentators. Over the weekend, Michael Bisping was in Paris, to call the card headlined by Renato Moicano vs. Benoit Saint-Denis. The card was full of highlights, punctuated by the Brazilian’s second-round stoppage in the main event.
Khalil Rountree plans to become the real "boogeyman" with KO win over Alex Pereira at UFC 307
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
Khalil Rountree believes he will be considered the real boogeyman with a KO win over Alex Pereira at UFC 307. Rountree is set to headline UFC 307 on Saturday against Pereira for the light heavyweight title. It’s an intriguing matchup and one that the oddsmakers have Pereira as a sizeable betting favorite. Although Pereira is the better favorite, Rountree is confident he won’t just win but will win by KO.
Raquel Pennington wants to derail Kayla Harrison hype train: "I would love to be the one to go out there and just shut that sh*t up"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 1, 2024
Raquel Pennington feels prepared to end the hype train of Kayla Harrison. Pennington is the reigning UFC women’s bantamweight champion. She will put her gold at stake against Julianna Pena. The title fight will serve as the UFC 307 co-main event this Saturday night. Harrison will also be on the card, fighting Ketlen Vieira.
Matt Brown is sold on Kayla Harrison ahead of UFC 307: "I feel bad for the girls in that division"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 1, 2024
Retired UFC fan favorite Matt Brown believes Kayla Harrison is the real deal. Harrison, a former PFL champion, entered the UFC with a ton of buzz. She did not disappoint in her promotional debut, submitting Holly Holm in the second round at UFC 300. Harrison hopes to look just as dominant against Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307 this Saturday night.
What's next for Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint-Denis after UFC Paris?
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
The UFC was in Paris, France for a solid UFC Paris card on Saturday which saw a battle of top-15 lightweights as Renato Moicano took on Benoit Saint-Denis. In the main event, Moicano was going into enemy territory and entered the bout on a four-fight winning streak. Saint-Denis, meanwhile, was coming off a stoppage loss to Dustin Poirier back in March.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 178 with Mario Bautista
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
The 178th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC 307. We’re joined by 11th-ranked UFC bantamweight Mario Bautista (0:41).
WATCH | Alex Pereira and Anthony Smith squash beef ahead of UFC 307: "I am thankful to you"
Cole Shelton - September 30, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and contender Anthony Smith have officially squashed their beef. Pereira and Smith have had an ongoing feud over the past year, with ‘Lionheart’ campaigning for a fight against the Brazilian. However, as Alex Pereira headlines UFC 307 against Khalil Rountree, Smith interviewed the champ for ESPN and the two seemingly squashed their beef.
Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals Islam Makhachev has accepted January title defense: "Best fighter in the world"
Josh Evanoff - September 30, 2024
According to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev will make his UFC return in January. The UFC lightweight champion hasn’t appeared in the cage since a clash with Dustin Poirier in early June. Islam Makhachev entered the main event as a massive betting favorite but dealt with more resistance than many expected. Still, the champion closed the show in round five with a submission victory over ‘The Diamond’.
PFL CEO confirms Jake Paul's MMA debut slated for 2025 following Mike Tyson fight: "It'll be a spectacle"
Josh Evanoff - September 30, 2024
PFL CEO Peter Murray has confirmed Jake Paul will fight in MMA after facing Mike Tyson. ‘The Problem Child’ is set to make his return to the boxing ring on November 15th in Dallas. Fresh off a knockout victory over Mike Perry in July, Jake Paul will face the legendary Mike Tyson. The two were previously booked to clash in the summer, but health issues forced the 58-year-old boxer out of the matchup.