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Michael Chandler reveals he was offered to fight Max Holloway at UFC 306: “If I was Max, I wouldn’t have taken the fight either”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 17, 2024
Michael Chandler has claimed a bout with Max Holloway was on the table for UFC 306, but he understands why it didn’t materialize. Chandler will not be getting his mega fight with Conor McGregor, and has settled for a rematch with Charles Oliveira. The two will meet at UFC 309.
Sean O’Malley calls for his UFC 306 loss to Merab Dvalishvili to be overturned: “Won 2 of the last 3 rounds!”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 17, 2024
Sean O’Malley is once again sticking to the “undefeated” gimmick following UFC 306. O’Malley put the UFC Bantamweight Championship at stake against Merab Dvalishvili in the main event of UFC 306. Things didn’t go “Suga’s” way, as Dvalishvili stuck to him like glue for five rounds. While O’Malley had some moments of success, such as a stinging body shot late in the fight, it simply wasn’t enough to maintain his gold on the 135-pound gold.
Irene Aldana issues statement after suffering one of the worst cuts in history at UFC 306: “Off to recover and ready for the next one”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 17, 2024
Irene Aldana has released a statement after enduring one of the most gnarly cuts seen in combat sports. Aldana shared the Octagon with Norma Dumont at UFC 306 this past Saturday night. Not only did Aldana fall short via unanimous decision, but she also suffered a huge gash on her forehead. If anything, one can’t deny the toughness of the 23-fight veteran, who is already looking forward to getting back to business.
John Lineker savors triumphant Muay Thai debut: “I did very well”
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 17, 2024
John Lineker is giving himself a pat on the back after stepping outside of his comfort zone. The former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion ventured into Muay Thai against Asa Ten Pow at ONE 168: Denver on September 6.
Panpayak returns to action at ONE Friday Fights 83 against Silviu Vitez
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 17, 2024
One of Thailand’s most celebrated Muay Thai warriors — Panpayak Jitmuangnon — makes his much-awaited comeback at ONE Friday Fights 83 on October 18. Fans across Asia and beyond can witness his return live from the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
What's next for the stars of UFC 306?
Cole Shelton - September 16, 2024
The UFC held its first-ever event at Sphere in Las Vegas on Saturday for a solid UFC 306 card, that saw two titles on the line. In the main event, Sean O’Malley was looking to defend his bantamweight title for the second time against Merab Dvalishvili. The co-main event saw Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko having their trilogy match for the 125lbs title.
Sean O'Malley says he's taking an extended break after UFC 306: "No one is next"
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley will follow Israel Adesanya’s lead by taking a long break from competition following his recent defeat. O’Malley lost to Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision at UFC 306 last Saturday in Las Vegas. The defeat ended O’Malley’s bantamweight title reign as Dvalishvili outpointed him from start to finish.
VIDEO | Georgian fans go berserk as Merab Dvalishvili wins a UFC title
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili gave Georgians a new role model to look up to after his triumphant showing at UFC 306. Dvalishvili became the UFC’s second Georgian champion by defeating Sean O’Malley by unanimous decision on Saturday. He wrestled his way to a title win and largely shut down O’Malley’s striking offensive.
Umar Nurmagomedov responds after Merab Dvalishvili title potential title shot: "When Merab's friend..."
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
Umar Nurmagomedov believes he’s still next in line for UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili. ‘The Machine’ is fresh off his return to the cage in the main event of Noche UFC over the weekend. Back for the first time since a decision victory over Henry Cejudo in February, Merab Dvalishvili faced Sean O’Malley. ‘Sugar’ entered the cage a slight betting favorite, but was no match for the wrestler on Saturday night.
Jon Jones praises 'awesome champion' Alex Pereria after meeting at Noche UFC: "He was so humble"
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
UFC heavyweight Jon Jones has nothing but respect for fellow champion Alex Pereira. ‘Bones’ was in attendance for the massive Noche UFC show in Las Vegas over the weekend. There, the promotion finally made Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic official. With the heavyweight champion on hand, it was announced that he would face the 41-year-old former titleholder in November at UFC 309 in New York City.
Alexander Volkanovski open to interim title fight against Diego Lopes for UFC return: "You never know"
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski believes he could face Diego Lopes next. The Brazilian fighter is fresh off his return to the cage on the main card of Noche UFC on Saturday. There, Diego Lopes faced the biggest test of his career in the form of Brian Ortega. ‘T-City’ was hoping to earn a title shot with a victory, and was coming off a submission victory over Yair Rodriguez in February.
Tom Aspinall reacts to Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight announcement: "Give me my undisputed title"
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is ready to fight Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. The British fighter has been out of the cage since his first title defense in Manchester earlier this summer. In the co-main event of UFC 304, Tom Aspinall faced Curtis Blaydes, handing ‘Razor’ a first-round knockout defeat. Following the victory, the interim heavyweight champion called for a bout with Jon Jones.
Coach Tim Welch shares what he said to Merab Dvalishvili in opening seconds of UFC 306
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2024
Sean O’Malley’s head coach, Tim Welch, has revealed what he told Merab Dvalishvili in the opening seconds of UFC 306 that forced referee Herb Dean to scold him. Dvalishvili dominantly defeated Welch’s pupil at UFC 306 last Saturday in Las Vegas. Under the immense spotlight of the Sphere, Dvalishvili put on arguably the best performance of his career to earn the UFC bantamweight title.
Jon Jones reveals UFC 309 is "going to be the last time" he fights
Cole Shelton - September 16, 2024
Jon Jones says he will be making the walk to the Octagon for the final time at UFC 309. Jones is set to headline the pay-per-view card on November 16 at Madison Square Garden as he defends his heavyweight title for the first time against Stipe Miocic. Before the fight was made, there were rumors it would be the final fight for both Jones and Miocic.
Dricus du Plessis rages at Alex Pereira for calling him a "scared clown" over fight talks
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2024
Tensions are intensifying between UFC champions Dricus du Plessis and Alex Pereira ahead of a potential high-stakes super fight. Du Plessis is fresh off a triumphant first title defense against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305. He’ll likely face Sean Strickland for his next title defense, although the UFC has yet to announce the booking formally.
Merab Dvalishvili explains why he was “kissing” Sean O’Malley during their title fight at UFC 306
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 16, 2024
Merab Dvalishvili has explained why he taunted Sean O’Malley with kisses near the end of the first round of their UFC 306 title fight. It’s not often that fighters plant a big smooch on their opponent, but that’s exactly what Dvalishvili did against the “Suga” show this past Saturday night. Dvalishvili challenged O’Malley for the UFC Bantamweight Championship. Ultimately, it was the Georgian’s pressure and grappling that earned him a unanimous decision win and UFC gold.
Dana White reacts to footage of Jon Jones hanging out with Ryan Garcia at UFC 306
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 16, 2024
Dana White had a priceless reaction to Jon Jones hanging out with Ryan Garcia in Las Vegas. UFC 306 took place at the Sphere this past Saturday, and Jones was in attendance. It was revealed that “Bones” will put his UFC Heavyweight Championship on the line against Stipe Miocic in the main event of UFC 309 inside Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 16th.
Video | Jake Paul wore a disguise to get into UFC 306 at Sphere
Cole Shelton - September 16, 2024
Jake Paul had been banned from UFC events, but that didn’t stop him from getting into UFC 306 at Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday. Paul and UFC CEO Dana White have had a feud for a while now, and after Paul caused a ruckus at a UFC event earlier, he says he had been banned from events. However, with the UFC going to Sphere, Paul put on a disguise so he could attend the event.