MMA News
Jon Anik praises strength of UFC's middleweight division
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik has given his thoughts on the overall strength of the promotion’s middleweight division. Over the years, Jon Anik has seen some incredible things in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Throughout every single division, he’s had the pleasure of commentating on some of the best moments in the promotion’s history.
UFC star Cody Garbrandt discusses his future in the sport
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt has given his thoughts on his immediate future with the promotion. Many years ago, Cody Garbrandt shocked the world. He outfought and out-thought Dominick Cruz in a one-sided display to capture the UFC bantamweight championship. However, he didn’t go on to have the dominant reign many were hoping for.
UFC champion Jon Jones jokes about his new physique
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has joked with fans who are teasing him over his incredible new physique. As we know, Jon Jones is set to defend his UFC heavyweight championship next month. He’ll do so against Stipe Miocic, a man who many consider to be the greatest heavyweight of all time. Of course, ‘Bones’ wants to lay claim to that accolade, which is one of the reasons why he’s fighting Stipe instead of Tom Aspinall.
Sean Strickland hits out at UFC for event planning ahead of Dricus du Plessis rematch
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2024
Former UFC champion Sean Strickland has seemingly given away that his rematch with Dricus du Plessis won’t take place in America. As we know, Sean Strickland is a pretty outspoken guy. He’s never been afraid to voice his opinions to the masses, and the former middleweight king doesn’t really care who he offends. Still, even with that being the case, the real headline is that he’s still a big contender at 185 pounds.
Kevin Holland takes aim at Israel Adesanya: "Just some guy who can’t stop running backwards and getting clipped"
Cole Shelton - October 4, 2024
Kevin Holland has taken aim at Israel Adesanya. Holland is set to return to the middleweight division when he takes on Roman Dolidze at UFC 307. Should Holland win, he could be in line for a big fight at 185lbs next time out. One potential opponent could be Israel Adesanya, however, ‘Trailblazer’ doesn’t have much interest in that fight.
Superbon calls for rematch vs. Tawanchai after ONE Friday Fights 81 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 4, 2024
Superbon is back in the spotlight. He claims that he deserves the next crack at Tawanchai PK Saenchai’s ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Championship. This comes on the heels of his knockout victory over “Smokin’” Jo Nattawut at ONE Friday Fights 81 last week.
Alexey Balyko promises to expose John Lineker at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 4, 2024
Alexey Balyko feels he’s more than capable of giving John Lineker a rude awakening. Both men are penciled to collide in a bantamweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event airs live from the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, October 4.
Jose Aldo reveals he turned down bigger offers from other promotions to make second UFC run
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 4, 2024
Jose Aldo admits he was offered more money to take opportunities outside of the UFC. Aldo is set to compete on the UFC 307 card against Mario Bautista. It’s the second straight time Aldo has been matched against a rising 135-pounder. The UFC Hall of Famer has been seeking a big fight against Sean O’Malley. Perhaps another impressive win here will get him there.
Israel Adesanya believes “stubborn” Dricus Du Plessis will likely beat Sean Strickland in rematch: “He’s just so weird”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
Former UFC champion Israel Adesanya believes Dricus du Plessis will defeat Sean Strickland in their anticipated rematch. For many fans, Israel Adesanya is one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC. He’s also one of the most popular, and that’s been the case for a long time now. The former middleweight champion has had his fair share of ups and downs but along the way, he’s made memories that’ll last a lifetime.
Miesha Tate compares Julianna Pena’s striking to that of Dricus Du Plessis: “Julianna’s striking is extremely underrated”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
Former UFC champion Miesha Tate has compared Julianna Pena’s striking to that of UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis. This weekend, Julianna Pena has the opportunity to reclaim UFC gold. She’ll be challenging Raquel Pennington for the UFC women’s bantamweight championship in the co-main event of UFC 307. In the eyes of many, despite being the challenger, she’s seen as the favorite to walk away with the belt.
Kayla Harrison would happily fight three times at UFC 307: “When you’re the best in the world, you can’t be stopped”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
UFC star Kayla Harrison has claimed that she’d fight three times in one night at UFC 307 if called upon. As we know, Kayla Harrison is one of the most interesting contenders in the UFC today. After demolishing Holly Holm in her promotional debut, the expectation is that she’ll soon become a title challenger at bantamweight. Before that, however, she’s got to get through Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307 this weekend.
UFC featherweight champ Ilia Topuria sends scathing response to Conor McGregor: “I’ll slap these nuts on his forehead”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has sent a damning message to Conor McGregor after a recent taunt from the Irishman. As we know, Ilia Topuria is set to defend his UFC featherweight championship against Max Holloway later this month. Beyond that, though, expectations are high regarding the long-term future of the Spaniard.
Israel Adesanya wants Sean Strickland rematch to prove he's better than him: "I can take this guy"
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2024
Israel Adesanya is hoping to get a rematch with Sean Strickland. Adesanya fought Strickland in September of 2023 as he put his middleweight title up for grabs. Adesanya entered the bout as a sizable betting favorite but Strickland pulled off one of the biggest upsets in UFC history as he dominated ‘The Last Stylebender’ for five rounds to win a decision.
Bellator Paris card on November 16th canceled, Patchy Mix vs. Leandro Higo postponed
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2024
Next month’s Bellator Paris card headlined by Patchy Mix vs. Leandro Higo has been canceled. ‘No Love’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since a split-decision victory over Magomed Magomedov in May. That victory was Patchy Mix’s first defense of his Bellator bantamweight title and moved him to 20-1 as a professional. Following the victory, the champion was booked opposite Leandro Higo for next month in France.
Bokang Masunyane willing “to risk it all” for emphatic win at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 3, 2024
Bokang Masunyane has one goal in mind for his next assignment — to deliver an electrifying performance. “Little Giant” figures in a pivotal strawweight MMA bout against #5-ranked Mansur Malachiev at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event emanates lives from Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, October 4.
Conor McGregor reiterates 200 million dollar offer to Terence Crawford, 'Bud' responds: "I'm tempted"
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2024
It appears talks are still ongoing between former UFC champion Conor McGregor and Terence Crawford. ‘The Notorious’ hasn’t appeared in the cage for well over three years now. Since Conor McGregor’s trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier in July 2021, he’s been away. While ‘The Notorious’ was booked to face Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303 in June, the Irishman pulled out due to a broken toe.
Donn Davis continues one-sided feud with Kayla Harrison over PFL exit: "She ran!"
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2024
PFL founder Donn Davis still has issues with UFC women’s bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison. The judoka famously made her name in the PFL from 2018 to 2023. Over those five years, Kayla Harrison won two women’s lightweight tournaments, defeating various UFC veterans such as Cindy Dandois and Aspen Ladd. Following a victory over the latter in late 2023, she parted ways with the company.
Jose Aldo eyes Sean O'Malley with a win at UFC 307: "A great fight"
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2024
Jose Aldo is hopeful to face Sean O’Malley next time out. Aldo is set to return to the Octagon on the main card of UFC 307 on Saturday against Mario Bautista. It’s an intriguing matchup, but it is not the biggest name for Aldo. Since making his return to the UFC, Aldo has fought Jonathan Martinez and now Bautista, which Aldo says he was hopeful to get bigger names.