MMA News
Firas Zahabi advises Merab Dvalishvili to work on finishes: "The fans will get sick of him"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 24, 2024
Renowned MMA coach Firas Zahabi believes Merab Dvalishvili is doing himself a disservice by not working on finishing fights. Dvalishvili is the newly-minted UFC bantamweight champion. He utilized effective pressure and grappling to thwart the striking of Sean O’Malley at UFC 306. The fight went the distance, and Dvalishvili was able to avoid the big shot to walk out of the Sphere in Las Vegas with UFC gold.
Ali Abdelaziz thinks it's "bullsh*t" Magomed Ankalaev isn't fighting for UFC gold next
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 24, 2024
Top MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz isn’t thrilled about Magomed Ankalaev not receiving the next UFC light heavyweight title shot. Ankalaev has been calling for a showdown with the champion Alex Pereira. “Poatan” claims that the Russian avoided a title opportunity for UFC 307. Ankalaev vehemently denies that claim.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 177 with Matt Frevola, Bryan Battle, and Vince Morales
Cole Shelton - September 24, 2024
The 177th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Paris. We’re first joined by UFC lightweight Matt Frevola (1:45). Next, UFC welterweight Bryan Battle (12:04) comes on. Closing out the show is UFC bantamweight Vince Morales (22:53).
Sean O'Malley reveals he regularly fights while dealing with injuries
Harry Kettle - September 24, 2024
UFC star Sean O’Malley has revealed that he regularly goes into fights while suffering from some kind of injury. Earlier this month, Sean O’Malley lost his UFC bantamweight championship. He was beaten comprehensively by Merab Dvalishvili, who dominated him in a one-sided affair to capture the belt at Noche UFC. Ever since then, ‘Suga’ has reacted to the loss in a variety of ways, which has included revealing he needs to undergo surgery on his left labrum in his hip.
Khamzat Chimaev blames “lack of experience” for his previous remarks about Khabib Nurmagomedov: “I would not fight my countrymen”
Harry Kettle - September 24, 2024
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has blamed his lack of experience for previous remarks about Khabib Nurmagomedov. As we know, Khamzat Chimaev isn’t afraid to speak his mind. The unbeaten middleweight star has made plenty of big declarations over the years, and that’ll likely continue for as long as his career lasts.
Coach explains strategy behind Ciryl Gane not fighting at UFC Paris: “It makes sense for us”
Harry Kettle - September 24, 2024
Ciryl Gane’s coach has explained why they opted against fighting at UFC Paris after previously headlining twice at the event. It’s been a year since we last saw Ciryl Gane compete inside the Octagon. While he did pick up a decisive win, his absence has left many to wonder what’s next for him in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Amy Pirnie to go head-to-head with Shir Cohen at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 24, 2024
ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video plays host to an atomweight Muay Thai tiff with significant World Title implications. On the card, Amy Pirnie and Shir Cohen are booked to collide live in U.S. primetime on October 4 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Sinsamut, Thongpoon kick off road to redemption at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 24, 2024
Sinsamut Klinmee and Thongpoon PK Saenchai finally get their chance to reinsert their names into the win column. Both men are booked to compete in separate bouts at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event takes place at the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 4.
Nong-O Hama shuts down retirement ahead of next bout: “I am still hungry for victory”
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 23, 2024
Nong-O Hama is on a mission to show the world that his career is far from over. The former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion sees action at ONE Friday Fights 81. The event airs live in Asian primetime from Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 27.
Daniel Cormier defines what makes a “Great” UFC championship reign
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier believes there’s a specific standard that modern champions must reach to be considered a legend in the sport. Cormier knows a thing or two about what it takes to be considered an all-time great in MMA. After a legendary run in the UFC that featured two divisional titles, he’s become one of the top analysts in combat sports.
Boxing legend Mike Tyson endorses Dana White's boxing plans, calls him the "Best thing" for the sport
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
Boxing Hall of Famer Mike Tyson believes UFC CEO Dana White could potentially change boxing forever if he fully commits to investing in the sport. White made headlines when he admitted in a Q+A session that “big announcements” are coming soon. He specifically confirmed that he’s “in” when it comes to promoting boxing, and he could be potentially on the verge of launching his often-teased Zuffa Boxing.
BKFC President says Conor McGregor will “100%” fight bare-knuckle, will make “More money than anywhere else”
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
Bare Knuckle FC president David Feldman guarantees a Conor McGregor BKFC fight soon after recent discussions with the UFC superstar. McGregor is still plotting his UFC comeback three years after his last appearance in the Octagon. He hasn’t fought since snapping his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
Charles Oliveira understands Michael Chandler's decision to wait for Conor McGregor fight: "He has a family to provide to"
Josh Evanoff - September 23, 2024
Former UFC champion Charles Oliveira understands Michael Chandler’s decision to wait for Conor McGregor. For two years, ‘Iron’ sat, and waited for ‘The Notorious’. Last year, Michael Chandler coached The Ultimate Fighter opposite Conor McGregor, and the two hoped to be booked in late 2023. Instead, that fight date never came. After a long time on the sidelines, the two were booked for the main event of UFC 303 in June.
Aljamain Sterling interested in Diego Lopes fight after Movsar Evloev bout falls through: "Risk vs. reward"
Josh Evanoff - September 23, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling believes he could face Diego Lopes next. ‘The Funk Master’ hasn’t competed since his move up to featherweight in April. At the historic UFC 300 card, Aljamain Sterling faced Calvin Kattar and wound up dominating. The former bantamweight champion secured a unanimous decision victory after 15 minutes of action. Following the win, Sterling was booked opposite Movsar Evloev for October.
Sean O'Malley reacts to Dana White's boxing plans, makes new boxing callout: "That's f***ing exciting!"
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley wants to be one of the centerpieces of Dana White’s planned dive into the boxing world. O’Malley is fresh off a loss of the bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306. The loss snapped a seven-fight unbeaten streak, including his title win against Aljamain Sterling last year.
Devin Haney offers to face Sean O'Malley in boxing after 'Sugar' calls for MMA fight: "Making real money"
Josh Evanoff - September 23, 2024
It appears that boxing star Devin Haney is willing to face Sean O’Malley, but only in the ring. ‘Sugar’ is fresh off his return to the octagon earlier this month at the Las Vegas Sphere. In the main event of Noche UFC, Sean O’Malley was handed a unanimous decision defeat against Merab Dvalishvili. In the process, ending his reign with the bantamweight title. Following O’Malley’s defeat, Devin Haney took to social media.
VIDEO | Sean O'Malley mocks Merab Dvalishvili's style in "takeaway" review of UFC 306
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley has explained, in his way, what he took away from five rounds in the Octagon with Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley lost the UFC bantamweight belt to Dvalishvili at UFC 306 earlier this month. He lost by unanimous decision and struggled to find footing against the mauling of Dvalishvili in the Octagon.
Dan Hooker campaigns to fight Conor McGregor after Michael Chandler moves on
Cole Shelton - September 23, 2024
Dan Hooker is hoping to get a fight with Conor McGregor in the near future. After Michael Chandler was booked to fight Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 in November, it left McGregor without an opponent. Although Chandler has said he is open to fighting McGregor after he faces Oliveira, Hooker is campaigning for the bout against the Irishman as they are both currently without an opponent.