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UFC 306 Bonus Report: Ignacio Bahamondes one of four fighters to take home an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
The Octagon invaded The Sphere for tonight’s UFC 306 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili. The highly anticipated men’s bantamweight title fight proved to be a coming out party for Merab Dvalishvili. The Georgian standout overwhelmed Sean O’Malley right from the opening bell and utilized his grappling and strength to smother ‘The Suga Show’ for five straight rounds. After twenty-five minutes of action, Dvalishvili was awarded a much-deserved unanimous decision victory.
Pros react after Merab Dvalishvili defeats Sean O’Malley at UFC 306: "I call it the other way"
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 306 event was headlined by a men’s bantamweight title fight between Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley (18-2 MMA) was looking to earn his second career title defense this evening in Las Vegas. ‘Suga’ had successfully defended his 135lbs gold this past March at UFC 299, by scoring a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Marlon Vera. That win was of course preceded by his title-earning TKO victory over Aljamain Sterling at UFC 292.
UFC 306 Results: Merab Dvalishvili defeats Sean O’Malley (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 306 results, including the main event title fight between Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley (18-1 MMA) will be looking to earn his second career title defense this evening in Las Vegas. ‘Suga’ successfully defended his 135lbs gold this past March at UFC 299, scoring a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Marlon Vera. That win was of course preceded by his title-earning TKO victory over Aljamain Sterling at UFC 292.
Pros react after Valentina Shevchenko defeats Alexa Grasso at UFC 306
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 306 event was co-headlined by a trilogy fight between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko for the women’s flyweight title. Grasso (16-4-1 MMA) and Shevchenko (24-4-1 MMA) were colliding for a third straight time this evening at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
Pros react after Diego Lopes defeats Brian Ortega at UFC 306
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 306 main card lineup featured a highly anticipated men’s featherweight bout between Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes. Ortega and Lopes were of course originally booked to square off at June’s UFC 303 event, but ‘T-City’ was forced out of the contest the day of the fight due to illness.
UFC 306 Results: Diego Lopes defeats Brian Ortega (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 306 results, including the men’s featherweight bout between Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes. Ortega and Lopes were originally slated to square off at June’s UFC 303 event, but ‘T-City’ was forced out of the contest the day of the fight due to illness.
UFC 306 Results: Esteban Ribovics defeats Daniel Zellhuber (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 306 results, including the lightweight bout between Daniel Zellhuber and Esteban Ribovics. Zellhuber (15-2 MMA) will enter tonight’s contest sporting a three-fight winning streak, his most recent being a unanimous decision victory over Fransisco Prado this past February at UFC Mexico City. ‘Golden Boy’ suffered his lone career defeat to Trey Ogden by way of unanimous decision in September of 2022.
UFC 306 Results: Raul Rosas Jr. defeats Aori Qileng (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 306 results, including the men’s bantamweight bout between Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Aori Qileng. Rosas Jr. (10-1 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a second-round submission victory over Ricky Turcios this past June at UFC Louisville. ‘El Nino Problema’ has gone 3-1 since joining the UFC ranks, earning stoppage wins over Jay Perrin and Terrence Mitchell during that stretch.
UFC 306: 'O'Malley vs. Dvalishvili' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
The Octagon touches down in The Sphere for tonight’s UFC 306 event, a ten-bout fight card headlined by Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley (18-1 MMA) will be looking to earn his second career title defense this evening in Las Vegas. ‘Suga’ successfully defended his 135lbs gold this past March at UFC 299, scoring a lopsided unanimous decision victory over Marlon Vera. That win was of course preceded by his title-earning TKO victory over Aljamain Sterling at UFC 292.
UFC star Dan Hooker turns down Rafael Fiziev's challenge
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
UFC sensation Dan Hooker isn’t interested in facing off against Rafael Fiziev in his next fight. Over the course of his last few fights, Dan Hooker has been able to inject new life into his career. While he’s still got work to do before being dubbed a title contender, his victory over Mateusz Gamrot was a real statement of intent. Moving forward, he’ll likely be looking forward as opposed to behind him in the rankings.
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley believes Ilia Topuria "needs" him
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley believes that featherweight champ Ilia Topuria “needs” him. Tonight, Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili. It’s set to be an incredibly competitive, entertaining encounter, with many fans and pundits being split down the middle regarding who will get the job done.
Conor McGregor tells other promotions to "keep up" after BKFC announcement
Harry Kettle - September 14, 2024
Conor McGregor has told other promotions to “keep up” following the recent announcement of the BKFC and DAZN partnership. Bare-knuckle boxing has been on the rise for a good few years now. One of the premier reasons for that has been the success of BKFC, a promotion that blends together big name veterans and rising stars who want a chance to shine. Now, as we know, Conor McGregor is also part of the BKFC family.
Russell Crowe, Chatri Sityodtong, ONE, plus more to feature in "The Beast In Me" film
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 14, 2024
ONE Championship has announced an exciting new venture in the world of entertainment. The organization will be one of the main backdrops in “The Beast In Me.” This is an upcoming feature-length MMA action-drama flick produced by Broken Open Pictures.
Conor McGregor rages at Michael Chandler after fight falls through: "Little Fat P****"
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
UFC superstar Conor McGregor broke his silence after Dana White’s recent admission that the promotion is moving away from the Michael Chandler fight. White, in a recent sit-down interview with Spinnin Backfist, said the UFC is working on a different fight for Chandler. It’s uncertain as of this writing if McGregor will still face Chandler upon his return to the cage.
Dana White says Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler is off, both set for different opponents
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White shared an update on the previously planned Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler matchup ahead of one of the biggest UFC events of the year. White, in a recent sitdown with Spinnin Backfist, said that McGregor will not face Chandler for his targeted UFC return. He said that both fighters will get new opponents for their next bouts and that Chandler “Doesn’t want to wait” any longer.
Henry Cejudo's coach confirms he's serious about a flyweight return "To save the division!"
Curtis Calhoun - September 13, 2024
Former UFC two-division titleholder Henry Cejudo is serious about a return to the flyweight division, per one of his longtime coaches. Cejudo hasn’t fought since a unanimous decision loss to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 298 in February. Dvalishvili will fight for the UFC bantamweight title this weekend against Sean O’Malley at UFC 306.
Dan Hardy reveals plans for MMA return with the PFL: "I gave them three or four names"
Josh Evanoff - September 13, 2024
Former UFC welterweight title challenger Dan Hardy is interested in fighting for the PFL. As most fans are aware, the man known as ‘The Outlaw’ hasn’t competed in over a decade. Dan Hardy last fought Amir Sadollah in September 2012, picking up a unanimous decision victory. The following year, the British striker was diagnosed with Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome, a heart condition.
Benson Henderson explains why he ended his retirement to sign with Misfits Boxing: "It's time for me to go have fun"
Josh Evanoff - September 13, 2024
Former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson is enjoying his time in retirement ahead of his boxing debut. ‘Smooth’ has been out of the cage since facing Usman Nurmagomedov last March at Bellator 292. With the lightweight title on the line, Benson Henderson was brutally finished in the first round. Following the defeat, the longtime fan favorite laid his gloves down on the mat and retired from MMA.