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Joaquin Buckley believes Shavkat Rakhmonov would get “exposed” in potential UFC title fight with Belal Muhammad
Harry Kettle - September 27, 2024
Joaquin Buckley believes Shavkat Rakhmonov would get exposed in a UFC world title fight against Belal Muhammad. Over the course of the last few years, Shavkat Rakhmonov has made some real noise in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The unbeaten 18-0 sensation has finished all 18 of his fights, and he’s gone 6-0 in the promotion thus far. As you can imagine, there’s been a great deal of talk surrounding him possibly getting the next shot at the UFC welterweight championship.
Renato Moicano slams Michael Chandler for being suckered into waiting for fake Conor McGregor fight: “This guy is too dumb”
Harry Kettle - September 27, 2024
Renato Moicano has slammed Michael Chandler for waiting so long for a showdown with Conor McGregor that hasn’t happened. For the longest time, Michael Chandler was waiting on the sidelines for a chance to fight Conor McGregor. Unfortunately, for a multitude of reasons, the Irishman wasn’t able to answer the call.
WATCH | Tom Aspinall demolishes Tommy Fury in ‘Dead Leg Challenge’
Harry Kettle - September 27, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall destroyed Tommy Fury in a recent Dead Leg Challenge video. As we know, Tom Aspinall is one of the most talked-about fighters in the world right now. In addition to being the interim heavyweight champion of the UFC, the Englishman is widely considered to be the best fighter in the division. Unfortunately, right now, he’s not being given the chance to prove that.
Vince Morales confident he will "break" Taylor Lapilus at UFC Paris
Cole Shelton - September 26, 2024
Vince Morales wasn’t sure if he would ever fight in the UFC again. Morales was released from the UFC in January of 2023 and went on to fight in various promotions including RIZIN. Since his release, Morales won five straight fights. Then, as he noticed Taylor Lapilus was still without an opponent at UFC Paris, he asked his manager to try to get him that fight.
Michael Bisping says Chael Sonnen gave him an out-of-body experience in 2012 UFC showdown
Curtis Calhoun - September 26, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping lost more than a fight on the judges’ scorecards in his 2012 bout against Chael Sonnen. Bisping says he lost his mind against Sonnen inside the UFC Octagon.
Vince McMahon explains why he decided to pass on buying UFC in the early 2000s: "We create characters"
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
Former WWE owner Vince McMahon has opened up on his decision to pass on buying the UFC. As many fans are likely aware, the UFC was sold for over 4 billion dollars back in mid-2016. However, some might not be aware, that the company was nearly sold a decade before that. In the early to mid-2000s, the company was hemorrhaging money. With that, the son of Vince McMahon, Shane, had an idea.
Kayla Harrison continues to campaign for fight against Amanda Nunes: "It's the biggest female fight maybe ever"
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
UFC women’s bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison still wants to face Amanda Nunes. The Judoka is currently set to return to the cage at UFC 307 next month. Back for the first time since a destructive stoppage win over Holly Holm in April, Kayla Harrison will face Ketlen Vieira. For her part, the Brazilian hasn’t competed since a decision victory over Pannie Kianzad. With a win, both women hope to earn a title shot.
Daniel Cormier says Francis Ngannou will have to "Channel" emotions correctly in MMA return after son's death
Curtis Calhoun - September 26, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champions Daniel Cormier and Francis Ngannou have both experienced unimaginable tragedies during their combat sports careers. Ngannou is scheduled to return to the MMA cage to make his PFL debut against Renan Ferreira on October 19th in Riyadh. He’ll make his return to MMA just mere months after the tragic death of his son, Kobe, after a medical emergency in Cameroon.
Tom Aspinall reveals who he wants in first title defense if Jon Jones retires: "It only makes sense..."
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall knows what he wants if he’s not facing Jon Jones or Stipe Miocic. The British fighter hasn’t competed since a trip to the octagon in July, in Manchester. In the co-main event of UFC 304, Tom Aspinall made his first interim title defense against Curtis Blaydes. There, the heavyweight handed ‘Razor’ a first-round knockout loss. Post-fight, Aspinall called to face Jon Jones and unify their titles.
Daniel Cormier gives insight into how Cain Velasquez is handling looming 'Attempted Murder' sentencing
Curtis Calhoun - September 26, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier weighed in on the upcoming sentencing of Cain Velasquez in the former UFC heavyweight champ’s attempted murder trial. Velasquez pleaded no contest to attempted murder, and weapons charges, stemming from a Feb. 2022 incident. He allegedly attempted to murder the alleged child molester of his young son, Harry Goularte, in a high-speed pursuit in the San Jose, CA area.
Ilia Topuria explains why he would turn down a fight against Conor McGregor: "There are bigger fights than him"
Cole Shelton - September 26, 2024
Ilia Topuria says he would turn down a fight against Conor McGregor if the bout got offered. McGregor is the biggest name in the sport and the biggest fight for anyone. However, Topuria thinks the Irishman’s star power has faded which is why he doesn’t want to fight him. Along with that, Topuria believes McGregor stands for alcohol and drugs which is why he doesn’t want to fight him.
Renato Moicano almost sucker punched Chael Sonnen: "I used to hate him"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 26, 2024
Renato Moicano wasn’t exactly a fan of Chael Sonnen. It’s no secret that Sonnen had a knack for getting under the skin of his opponents. Even though he is retired from active competition, “The Bad Guy” still knows how to ruffle some feathers.
Brendan Allen goes off on rankings panel ahead of UFC Paris: "I’d literally tell them go f*ck themselves"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 26, 2024
Brandan Allen is none too pleased with the UFC rankings panel. Allen is riding a seven-fight winning streak going into his UFC Paris fight with Nassourdine Imavov this Saturday. Ahead of the bout, Allen is ranked number eight on the official UFC middleweight rankings, while Imavov holds the number six spot.
Denice Zamboanga slams Ham Seo Hee for feisty comments: “I’ve earned my place”
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 26, 2024
Denice Zamboanga chose to set the record straight after hearing Ham Seo Hee’s remarks on social media. The South Korean veteran recently expressed her disappointment on Instagram. She criticized the decision to grant Zamboanga a shot at the ONE Interim Atomweight MMA World Title. This is in light of divisional queen Stamp Fairtex’s absence due to a torn meniscus.
Aljamain Sterling recalls Jon Jones "going nuts" at the bar a week before early fights
Harry Kettle - September 26, 2024
Aljamain Sterling has taken a trip down memory lane to when he spent a lot of time with, at the time, rising UFC contender Jon Jones. As we know, Jon Jones is a pretty divisive figure. He’s also one of the greatest fighters of all time. Some fans can’t stand him, whereas others are convinced that he is the undisputed GOAT. Later this year, he’ll put his UFC heavyweight title on the line when he defends against former champion Stipe Miocic.
Stephen Thompson admits finding it "weird" being on prelims for UFC 307
Harry Kettle - September 26, 2024
UFC veteran Stephen Thompson has admitted that it’s strange to know he’ll be fighting on the prelims, not the main card, at UFC 307. Even at the age of 41, Stephen Thompson is still making magic happen inside the Octagon. While he may not be in his prime anymore, he’s still one of the most exciting fighters to watch at 170 pounds. He’s fought some of the toughest guys in the history of the division and at UFC 307, he’ll attempt to derail the momentum of Joaquin Buckley.
Belal Muhammad explains how Khabib Nurmagomedov changed the game
Harry Kettle - September 26, 2024
UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad has revealed how Khabib Nurmagomedov changed the game. As we know, Khabib Nurmagomedov retired from mixed martial arts with an incredible 29-0 record. He walked away as the undisputed UFC lightweight champion, with many believing he belongs in the greatest of all time conversation.
Bryan Battle eager to go into enemy territory at UFC Paris, expects to finish Kevin Jousset in "spectacular fashion"
Cole Shelton - September 25, 2024
Bryan Battle jumped at the chance to go into enemy territory to face Kevin Jousset at UFC Paris. Battle is coming off a No Contest against Ange Loosa in March due to an accidental eye poke. It was a fight Battle was winning early on, and he says because of that, the UFC matchmakers saw enough to not have to rebook the bout.