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Dana White explodes at UFC fighters revealing they were bribed to throw fights
Curtis Calhoun - November 4, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White broke his silence on the promotion’s recent controversies surrounding Isaac Dulgarian and fight fixing allegations. The UFC is under fire after suspicious betting activity was flagged surrounding the featherweight bout between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle last Saturday at UFC Vegas 110. Shortly before the event, a swarm of bets were placed in Del Valle’s favor to win in the first round, just before Del Valle ended up submitting Dulgarian in Round 1.
UFC Vegas 111 loses two fights just days before card headlined by Gabriel Bonfim vs. Randy Brown
Curtis Calhoun - November 4, 2025
UFC Vegas 111 lost a pair of undercard fights just days before the Gabriel Bonfim vs. Randy Brown-headlined event. UFC welterweights Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown are days away from fighting in their first main event booking with the promotion. Bonfim and Brown are two of the most dynamic fighters in the welterweight division.
Dana White breaks silence on betting scandal involving Isaac Dulgarian at UFC Vegas 110
Cole Shelton - November 4, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White has broken his silence on the betting scandal at UFC Vegas 110. At the UFC event on Saturday, Dulgarian was a sizable favorite, but in the hours in the lead-up to the fight, the odds began to drop. Money came in on Yadier del Valle as a big underdog, as well as on del Valle to win in the first round. Once the UFC was made aware of the suspicious betting activity, White said he spoke to Dulgarian and his lawyer.
Former UFC champion Junior dos Santos calls to replace Gervonta Davis to box Jake Paul
Cole Shelton - November 4, 2025
Former UFC heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos is hoping to face Jake Paul next time out. Paul was supposed to box Gervonta Davis, but the fight was canceled after ‘Tank’ was accused in a civil lawsuit filed by ex-girlfriend Courtney Rossel of battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Elbek Alyshov, Carlo Bumina-ang fire shots before pivotal bout at ONE Fight Night 37
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 4, 2025
Undefeated records face judgment when bantamweights collide. Elbek Alyshov and Carlo Bumina-ang both carry perfect slates into Bangkok, knowing defeat derails future title dreams. The Azerbaijani-Russian grappling specialist battles the Filipino knockout artist in bantamweight MMA action at ONE Fight Night 37 on Friday, November 7, live from Bangkok, Thailand. Alyshov carries a flawless 9-0 record with eight submissions into his toughest test.
Vince Morales walks back since-deleted tweets alleging he was offered $70k to 'throw' a UFC fight
Curtis Calhoun - November 4, 2025
UFC bantamweight Vince Morales reversed course on a pair of tweets that drew attention amidst the Isaac Dulgarian gambling scandal. Former UFC featherweight Isaac Dulgarian is under intense scrutiny since a UFC Vegas 110 loss to Yadier del Valle last Saturday.
Isaac Dulgarian's coach speaks on betting scandal surrounding fighter, says 'gym is being attacked'
Curtis Calhoun - November 4, 2025
Marc Montoya, the head coach of Factory X gym and featherweight Isaac Dulgarian, issued his first remarks on the latter’s alleged fight fixing. UFC featherweight Isaac Dulgarian is under intense public scrutiny after being accused of fixing his fight against Yadier del Valle last Saturday at UFC Vegas 110. Dulgarian, who has been on the UFC featherweight roster since 2023, lost to Del Valle by first-round submission.
10-fight UFC veteran admits 'people have approached me to throw fights'
BJ Penn Staff - November 4, 2025
The UFC is currently in the midst of a fight-fixing scandal, with several fights being investigated by the FBI. Unfortunately, it sounds like this just the beginning. Fight-fixing in the UFC is making headlines again after last Saturday’s card in Las Vegas. The bout at the heart of the drama was a featherweight fight between Isaac Dulgarian and Cuba’s Yadier del Valle. Dulgarian was initially a big betting favorite, but the odds swung dramatically just before the fight, which raised a lot of suspicion. When del Valle won by first-round submission, it validated much of the suspicion that Dulgarian was taking a fall.
Paddy Pimblett slams 'little bum' Islam Makhachev over questioning his UFC resume
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 4, 2025
Paddy Pimblett is aware of Islam Makhachev scoffing at his resume, and he didn’t hold his tongue. Makhachev recently spoke to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto and explained why Pimblett is undeserving of a shot at the UFC lightweight title. The former 155-pound champion said nobody has “checked” Pimblett yet to truly test his skills.
Ex-UFC and WWE champion Ronda Rousey gets honest advice from retired KO artist
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 4, 2025
Ronda Rousey has been under the microscope with recent comments about MMA fans, and one retired UFC fighter is offering some advice. Rousey has been critical of both the media and fans, as she believes they turned on her when the chips were down. She also took a shot at beloved UFC color commentator Joe Rogan.
UFC Qatar fight against Arman Tsarukyan will be a nightmare for Dan Hooker, says popular manager
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 4, 2025
As UFC draws closer to its Qatar event, one well-known MMA manager thinks Dan Hooker is in for a beatdown. Hooker will face Arman Tsarukyan in a pivotal lightweight bout on Nov. 22. Tsarukyan could potentially earn a UFC Lightweight Championship opportunity with a win. He once earned a shot at the gold, but never competed for it due to an injury prior to the weigh-ins.
Maycee Barber reveals severity of recent health problems ahead of UFC 323 return
Harry Kettle - November 4, 2025
UFC star Maycee Barber has spoken candidly about the recent health problems she’s endured ahead of her return. Next month, Maycee Barber is set to make her return to the Octagon when she battles Karine Silva at UFC 323. It comes after she withdrew from her scheduled bout with Erin Blanchfield at the last minute, with her health issues once again resurfacing and causing her great concern.
Francis Ngannou "was so confused" by Jake Paul's fight offer: "Don’t disrespect me like that"
Dylan Bowker - November 3, 2025
Francis Ngannou recently weighed in on some recent reports centred on him potentially taking on a fight with Jake Paul in less than two weeks’ time. Gervonta Davis was initially slated to fight Paul and while not formally out, Tank Davis may not make it to the ring for the planned November 14th bout after a recent round of allegations centred on domestic violence came out regarding Davis. Some loose reports regarding possible Davis replacements mentioned former Paul foe Nate Diaz, Terence Crawford, Ryan Garcia, and Ngannou himself.
Valentina Shevchenko defends Joe Rogan amid Ronda Rousey blasting the UFC commentator
Dylan Bowker - November 3, 2025
Valentina Shevchenko weighed in on the recent discourse centred on Joe Rogan and the disparaging comments Ronda Rousey recently made about him. Rousey made these comments while speaking with a friend of Rogan, Bert Kreischer, on Kreischer’s podcast recently. The influential figure in women’s MMA made comments after Rogan’s name was brought up about how the JRE host was simply a fan who had a large audience and that he has no discernible fighting-related expertise. The statements have since blown up on social media with several influential figures in the mixed martial arts world weighing in on the negative remarks, including one of the greatest women’s MMA fighters of all time. Referencing the former UFC bantamweight champion’s comments about the promotion’s stalwart broadcaster, via her X account @BulletValentina, Shevchenko said,
Kyoji Horiguchi is "at a perfect time to get that belt", says Sergio Pettis ahead of the former's return at UFC Qatar
Dylan Bowker - November 3, 2025
Kyoji Horiguchi is making his return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship at UFC Qatar, and his former two-time opponent Sergio Pettis has weighed in on Horiguchi’s octagon return. The former UFC flyweight title challenger, as well as former Rizin and Bellator MMA bantamweight champion, is returning to the UFC after nine years away, as Horiguchi clashes with Tagir Ulanbekov on November 22nd. The pair were supposed to fight in June before Horiguchi withdrew, but the rebooking here will allow the Japanese standout to still make his UFC return in 2025.
What's next for Steve Garcia and David Onama after UFC Vegas 110?
Cole Shelton - November 3, 2025
The UFC was back in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday for a decent UFC Vegas 110 card. In the main event, Steve Garcia took on David Onama in a pivotal fight at featherweight. Entering the bout, Garcia and Onama were both considered dark horses of the division, as the winner would get a big push up the ranks. In the end, it was Garcia who won the fight by first-round TKO. Following UFC Vegas 110, here is what I think should be next for the featherweight contenders involved in the main event.
Luke Lessei believes he has "a little bit more" to prove than Nico Carrillo at ONE Fight Night 37
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 3, 2025
Physical dimensions matter when elite strikers collide. Luke Lessei believes his reach and versatility create problems that even Nico Carrillo’s knockout power cannot solve. The American striker battles the Scottish powerhouse in featherweight Muay Thai action at ONE Fight Night 37: Kryklia vs. Agdeve on Friday, November 7, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The 29-year-old Iowa native secured this co-main event opportunity through direct conversation with ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong following his first-round TKO destruction of Cody Jerome at ONE Fight Night 27 in January.
WATCH: UFC legend Antonio Rogerio Nogueira flattens influencer in exhibition boxing return
Curtis Calhoun - November 3, 2025
MMA legend Antonio Rogerio Nogueira continued his run in exhibition boxing with a brutal knockout over a fitness influencer. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira is still fighting at age 49, years removed from his legendary victories in PRIDE over the likes of Kazushi Sakuraba and Alistair Overeem. Despite being years past his physical prime, Nogueira still presents a tough out for some combatants in MMA and boxing.