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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.
Randy Couture explains why UFC won't allow Francis Ngannou crossover fights
Harry Kettle - August 30, 2024
UFC legend Randy Couture has explained why he doesn’t believe the promotion will allow Francis Ngannou to take part in crossover fights. As we know, Francis Ngannou is one of the baddest men on the planet. Following his run with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, he decided to venture into the world of professional boxing. In that time, he stood toe to toe with Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury in two scintillating fights.
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.
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.
Combat Sports Commission issues statement on Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Tai Tuivasa judge removal
Curtis Calhoun - August 29, 2024
Western Australia’s Combat Sports Commission (CSC) has issued a statement on Judge Howie Booth’s removal from UFC 305 after Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Tai Tuivasa. Rozenstruik defeated Tuivasa in a heavyweight matchup at UFC 305 earlier this month. He won the fight by split decision despite winning the bout almost unanimously in the eyes of viewers and pundits.
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.
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.
Jon Jones says Tom Aspinall "has my large black c*** in his mouth" as war of words intensifies
Curtis Calhoun - August 29, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has pivoted on his largely distant position on Tom Aspinall and a potential Octagon booking. Jones is expected to face former titleholder Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in November. But, as of this writing, the UFC has yet to make a formal announcement of the expected heavyweight headliner.
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.
Kayla Harrison doubles down on Alex Pereira's judo skills: "It’s crazy how fast he picks stuff up"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 29, 2024
Kayla Harrison is impressed by how quickly UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Alex Pereira, has picked up on judo. Pereira has quickly risen to the top of both the middleweight and 205-pound divisions thanks to his devastating striking. Of course, one has to be well-rounded enough to thrive at the highest level in MMA, but Pereira demonstrated solid grappling defense at high altitude against Jan Blachowicz last year.
Stephen Thompson would “love” to fight Ian Machado Garry, but doubts the Irishman gives him a chance: “I don't think he would”
Harry Kettle - August 29, 2024
Stephen Thompson has revealed that he’d love to fight Ian Machado Garry – but he isn’t convinced he’ll get the opportunity to do so. Throughout the course of his career, Stephen Thompson has been a phenomenal presence in combat sports. From kickboxing to mixed martial arts, he has achieved some wonderful things.
Coach explains why Israel Adesanya’s defeat to Sean Strickland is a tougher pill to swallow than loss to Dricus du Plessis: “The Strickland loss, he’ll never get over”
Harry Kettle - August 29, 2024
Eugene Bareman has explained why Israel Adesanya’s loss to Sean Strickland stings more than his defeat at the hands of Dricus du Plessis. As we know, Israel Adesanya is one of the best fighters of his generation. He’s also one of the greatest middleweights of all time. Unfortunately, in his bid to claim the UFC middleweight title for a third time, he fell short.
Video | Joe Rogan gushes over “incredible” footage of Ilia Topuria doing pad work: “The speed man!”
Harry Kettle - August 29, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan couldn’t help but praise Ilia Topuria after seeing some of his recent pad work. As we know, Ilia Topuria is on top of the world right now. After knocking out Alexander Volkanovski, he became the new UFC featherweight champion. Now, it’s all about keeping hold of his crown.
In photos: Seksan hosts open workout ahead of ONE 168
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 28, 2024
Seksan Or Kwanmuang provided a glimpse of his current form as he gears up for his next big challenge. The Thai legend hosted an open workout for the media last Tuesday, August 20, putting his skills on full display as he prepares for his 140-pound catchweight Muay Thai tiff against Liam Harrison.
Dana White hints Conor McGregor's UFC comeback announcement is imminent: "News coming soon!"
Curtis Calhoun - August 28, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White raised some eyebrows during a recent Instagram Live session when one viewer asked about Conor McGregor’s return to the Octagon. McGregor was supposed to face Michael Chandler in his return to the cage at UFC 303 earlier this summer. But, just weeks away from the event, McGregor withdrew due to a toe injury, putting his return indefinitely on hold.