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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 | Ilia Topuria shows off astonishing boxing speed, technique ahead of UFC 308
Curtis Calhoun - September 23, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria wants to prove to Max Holloway that he’s arguably the best boxer in the promotion in their main event fight next month. Topuria will make his first featherweight title defense against Holloway at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. He returns to the Octagon after finishing Alexander Volkanovski to earn the belt at UFC 298 in February.
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.
Chael Sonnen argues Sean O'Malley should get immediate UFC title rematch against Merab Dvalishvili
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 23, 2024
Chael Sonnen believes there’s a case to be made for Sean O’Malley to get an immediate rematch with Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley put the UFC Bantamweight Championship on the line against Dvalishvili earlier this month. The bout went the distance, and it was Dvalishvili’s pressure and wrestling that made the difference. He ended up having his hand raised via unanimous decision, and the chatter is now about who his first challenger will be.
Jorge Masvidal targets Leon Edwards for UFC return: "I will whoop your f*cking ass"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 23, 2024
Jorge Masvidal continues to push for a proper fight with Leon Edwards. Fans haven’t forgotten the backstage incident between “Gamebred” and “Rocky” back in 2019. Both men emerged victorious on the UFC London card before running into each other. Masvidal exchanged words with Edwards during a post-fight interview. Edwards was approached by Masvidal, who landed punches on him and drew blood as a result.
Hiroki Akimoto determined to score decisive victory at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 23, 2024
Hiroki Akimoto has a crystal-clear plan for his upcoming bout at ONE Friday Fights 81. The former ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion suits up for action against ex-flyweight kickboxing titleholder Ilias Ennahachi. This airs live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 27.
Johan Estupinan booked for quick return against Zakaria El Jamari at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 23, 2024
The U.S. primetime audience won’t have to wait long to see Johan Estupinan back in action. The undefeated Colombian striker reports for duty at ONE Fight Night 25. There, he’s booked to clash with Zakaria El Jamari in a flyweight Muay Thai contest. This exciting duel broadcasts live from the fabled Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 4.
Conor McGregor dismisses the idea that Anthony Joshua should retire following KO loss to Daniel Dubois: “Of course he can come back”
Harry Kettle - September 23, 2024
UFC star Conor McGregor has dismissed the idea that Anthony Joshua should retire after his loss to Daniel Dubois. This past weekend, Anthony Joshua battled Daniel Dubois in front of more than 96,000 fans at Wembley. The belief was that with a win, Joshua would vault himself back into undisputed championship contention. Alas, it didn’t quite play out that way, and that’s us putting it lightly.
Newly minted UFC champion Merab Dvalishvili reveals he was working a full time construction job until 2020
Harry Kettle - September 23, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili has made a surprising revelation regarding his former career outside the cage. Merab Dvalishvili is the new king at 135 pounds. Earlier this month at Noche UFC, he defeated Sean O’Malley to become the new champion – and he did so in emphatic fashion. It marks the end of a long journey for the Georgian superstar that saw him scratch and claw to make his way to the top of the mountain.
WATCH | UFC star Colby Covington chokes rapper Lil Pump out cold
Harry Kettle - September 23, 2024
He may not have a fight lined up, but Colby Covington is certainly keeping himself busy outside of the Octagon. As we know, Colby Covington is one of the most polarizing figures in mixed martial arts. For over half a decade now, he has been using a ‘heel’ persona in the sport as a tactic for trying to get big fights. For the most part, it’s worked, even though he hasn’t quite been able to claim the undisputed world title.
Teddy Atlas welcomes Dana White entering boxing world: "Come on in, we need you"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 22, 2024
Legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas is more than happy to see UFC CEO Dana White enter the sweet science. For years, White has expressed interest in getting involved with the sport of boxing. The UFC boss has claimed the holdup has been the politics of boxing. More recently, White has been dipping his toes in the water, helping promote rising star Callum Walsh.
Takeru motivated to claim redemption win at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 22, 2024
Takeru Segawa acknowledges that losing isn’t an option as he gears up for his much-awaited return to the ring. The Japanese superstar reports for duty at ONE Friday Fights 81. There, he takes on Thant Zin in a flyweight kickboxing bout. This happens live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 27.
TJ Dillashaw praises Merab Dvalishvili for making Sean O’Malley look "weak" at UFC 306
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 22, 2024
TJ Dillashaw believes Merab Dvalisvili made Sean O’Malley look weak in their UFC 306 title fight. Dvalishvili put forth a stellar performance against “Suga.” His pressure and wrestling gave O’Malley problems throughout the fight. When the score totals were read, it was Dvalishvili who had his hand raised via unanimous decision, securing the UFC bantamweight title in the process.
Conor McGregor addresses UFC future following Michael Chandler vs. Charles Oliveira 2 booking
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 22, 2024
Conor McGregor hasn’t dipped a single toe inside the Octagon since June 2021, but he insists the comeback will happen. McGregor was in attendance for the big Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight this past Saturday. It was a familiar sight for fans of “Mystic Mac,” as the Irishman appeared to be having the time of his life. Many are convinced that McGregor will never return to pro MMA competition.
BJJ legend Tom DeBlass steps in as ONE Championship VP of grappling
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 22, 2024
ONE Championship has officially appointed Tom DeBlass as Vice President of Grappling. The third-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and former professional MMA fighter joins Leo Vieira in this critical role as the promotion pushes submission grappling to new heights of popularity.
UFC legend Matt Brown officiates groin-kicking fight at Fight Circus event: "So much for Power Slap!"
Curtis Calhoun - September 20, 2024
UFC veteran Matt Brown dove into an unorthodox post-MMA career venture at a recent Fight Circus event; officiating a groin-kicking competition. Brown announced his MMA retirement earlier this year after almost 19 years in the sport. His last fight was a knockout win over Court McGee in May 2023.
Bryce Mitchell shows interest in fighting Movsar Evloev after Aljamain Sterling's injury: "I'm the dude!"
Josh Evanoff - September 20, 2024
UFC featherweight contender Bryce Mitchell is ready to step up and face Movsar Evloev. ‘Thug Nasty’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since a short-notice bout with Josh Emmett in December. Bryce Mitchell stepped in for the injured Giga Chikadze and hoped to keep his momentum going. Sadly for the featherweight contender, he was handed a brutal first-round knockout loss.