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Jon Jones praises Dana White after UFC President defends Stipe Miocic fight: "Real recognize real"
Josh Evanoff - August 30, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has a lot of respect for his boss Dana White. ‘Bones’ has been out of the cage since a submission victory over Ciryl Gane last March. That UFC 285 win saw Jon Jones claim the title that Francis Ngannou left vacant, and he quickly targeted Stipe Miocic. The two were booked for November at Madison Square Garden, but the bout ended up being canceled.
Michael Chandler details mental dilemma surrounding Conor McGregor fight: "Inner voice doesn't think I deserve this"
Curtis Calhoun - August 30, 2024
The impact on Michael Chandler’s long wait for Conor McGregor has impacted the UFC star more than most realize. McGregor and Chandler were scheduled to headline UFC 303 in Las Vegas to cap off International Fight Week. But, McGregor withdrew weeks before the event due to injury, and Chandler wasn’t rebooked against a replacement opponent.
Ayaka Miura to square off against Jihin Radzuan at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 30, 2024
Ayaka Miura and Jihin Radzuan will finally get the chance to go at it. Both fighters are booked to collide in an atomweight MMA tiff at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video. This takes place at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 4.
Sean Strickland pokes fun at Jon Jones and Bryce Mitchell: "We are all equals ... but"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 30, 2024
Sean Strickland is back to usual social media antics, this time at the expense of UFC Heavyweight Champion, Jon Jones, and 145-pound contender Bryce Mitchell. It’s no secret that Strickland likes to ruffle some feathers. The former UFC Middleweight Champion prefers not to speak with a filter and says what’s on his mind no matter who doesn’t like it. It’s a big reason why he has exploded in popularity with MMA fans.
Usman Nurmagomedov speaks out on CSAC failed drug test controversy: "It was medication, and this was like nothing"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 30, 2024
Bellator Lightweight Champion, Usman Nurmagomedov, has spoken out on his CSAC suspension for a failed drug test. Nurmagomedov was flagged for an undisclosed prohibited substance back in October 2023. His successful Bellator 300 title defense over Brent Primus was changed to a no contest as a result. While the CSAC slapped Nurmagomedov with a six-month suspension and a $50,000 fine, both sides agreed that the 155-pound titleholder was able to prove that the substance in question was administered by a physician for therapeutic use.
Maurice Abevi vows to "give everything" for statement performance at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 30, 2024
Maurice Abevi has the opportunity to put the world on notice when he returns to action on September 6. In his next outing, the Swiss standout takes on Samat Mamedov in a lightweight MMA bout at ONE 168: Denver.
Hiroyuki Tetsuka promises to extend win streak at ONE 168: "I won’t lose to anyone"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 30, 2024
Hiroyuki Tetsuka exudes confidence that he will once again rise to the occasion. An acid test awaits him when he reports for duty at ONE 168: Denver on September 6. There, he locks horns with Isi Fitikefu in a welterweight MMA matchup, happening live at Ball Arena.
Aljamain Sterling wonders if Max Holloway can fatigue Ilia Topuria
Harry Kettle - August 30, 2024
Aljamain Sterling believes Max Holloway’s key to potentially beating Ilia Topuria could stem from trying to fatigue the champion. Later this year, Max Holloway will challenge Ilia Topuria for the UFC featherweight championship. He’ll be attempting to win back the belt that was taken from him by Alexander Volkanovski. Topuria, meanwhile, will hope to prove that he is the rightful man to take the title forward.
Chael Sonnen explains how Kamaru Usman could receive UFC world title shot
Harry Kettle - August 30, 2024
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has explained how Kamaru Usman could end up with another UFC championship opportunity. In case you’ve forgotten, Kamaru Usman is one of the greatest welterweights of all time. He had a phenomenal run during his prime in the UFC, serving as the champion at 170 pounds for over three years. Unfortunately for him, his reign came to an end at the hands of Leon Edwards just over two years ago.
UFC star Tom Aspinall hits back at Jon Jones as rivalry intensifies
Harry Kettle - August 30, 2024
UFC heavyweight champions Tom Aspinall and Jon Jones continue to tease a future showdown with one another. In case you’ve been living under a rock, Tom Aspinall is pretty annoyed. The interim UFC heavyweight champion is sick and tired of waiting for his shot at the undisputed crown. Jon Jones, meanwhile, continues to push ahead with plans for taking on Stipe Miocic in November.
Superlek ready to risk it all for KO win at ONE 168
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 29, 2024
Superlek Kiatmoo9 doesn’t want to win his next task in an underwhelming manner. Under different rules, the reigning ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion moves up in weight to challenge Jonathan Haggerty for the bantamweight Muay Thai crown.
Daniel Cormier points out how Jon Jones' vulgar comments towards Tom Aspinall may secure HW fight
Curtis Calhoun - August 29, 2024
UFC analyst Daniel Cormier feels Tom Aspinall’s trash-talking tactics towards Jon Jones are working after the latter’s vulgar comments on social media. Jones is expected to face Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in November, although nothing has been formally announced by the promotion. He hasn’t fought since earning the then-vacant heavyweight title at UFC 285.
WATCH | UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley runs routes at Arizona Cardinals training camp
Josh Evanoff - August 29, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley is living his best life at Arizona Cardinals training camp. ‘Sugar’ is set to return to the cage in just a few short weeks at Noche UFC, at the Las Vegas Sphere. Back for the first time since a unanimous decision victory over Marlon Vera in March, Sean O’Malley will face Merab Dvalishvili. For his part, ‘The Machine’ hasn’t competed since a decision win over Henry Cejudo in February.
Shavkat Rakhmonov accuses Belal Muhammad of avoiding UFC 310 fight: "All that talk about being an active champion"
Josh Evanoff - August 29, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Shavkat Rakhmonov believes Belal Muhammad will not be active as champion. ‘Remember The Name’ is fresh off his return to the cage last month in Manchester. In the main event of UFC 304, Belal Muhammad faced Leon Edwards in a rematch of their March 2021 encounter. Despite entering the cage a massive underdog, the Palestinian fighter outgrappled ‘Rocky’ en route to a unanimous decision win.
Carlos Prates accuses Michael Page of avoiding a fight against him: "You must be having nightmares!"
Josh Evanoff - August 29, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Carlos Prates is ready for a fight against Michael Page. ‘The Nightmare’ is quickly becoming one of the most exciting fighters in the entire UFC. Carlos Prates comes out of the Fighting Nerds gym in Brazil, which has quickly taken over the promotion. While Caio Borralho seems to be getting the most shine of the group, the welterweight prospect is making a name for himself as well.
Torrez Finney earns third shot on DWCS despite recent harsh speech from Dana White
Curtis Calhoun - August 29, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has changed his tune on middleweight prospect Torrez Finney and has offered him an unprecedented third chance on Dana White’s Contender Series. Finney will face Abdellah Er-Ramy on Week 8 on DWCS on October 1st. He’ll fill in for the injured Logan Woods just weeks after defeating Cam Rowston earlier this month on the show.
Glover Teixeira believes Alex Pereira can "beat anyone at heavyweight" if he moves up: "The guy is a beast"
Cole Shelton - August 29, 2024
Glover Teixeira believes his protege Alex Pereira can have a ton of success at heavyweight if he does move up. Periera is the former middleweight and current light heavyweight champion. The Brazilian has hinted at a potential move up to heavyweight in the future, and if he does, Teixeira thinks Pereira can beat anyone at heavyweight.
Alexander Volkanovski explains why he didn't take UFC lightweight matchup: "I need the right fights"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 29, 2024
Former UFC Featherweight Champion, Alex Volkanovski, doesn’t plan to float around weight classes. Volkanovski has had a rough go inside the Octagon in his last two outings, suffering brutal KO losses to Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria. With that said, “The Great” remains in a spot where he’ll likely find himself in another 145-pound title fight.