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Harry Kettle - August 20, 2024

Mackenzie Dern is reportedly set to face off against Amanda Ribas in a rematch at UFC Tampa Bay later this year. For the longest time, Mackenzie Dern and Amanda Ribas have been two of the most notable names in women’s mixed martial arts. From their fight styles to their personalities, they have become real fan favorites in recent years. Back in October 2019, they even squared off against one another. On that night in Tampa, Ribas won and brought an end to Dern’s unbeaten run in the sport.

Harry Kettle - August 20, 2024

Darren Till has issued a response to Dricus du Plessis as the two former foes continue to go back and forth on social media. Right now, Dricus du Plessis is on top of the world. He is the reigning UFC middleweight champion after retaining the belt against Israel Adesanya last weekend. Now, there’s a lot of excitement in the air as fans wait to see what’s next for the South African champ.

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 20, 2024

Before Kade Ruotolo defends his World Title at ONE 168: Denver on September 6, he embarked on a side quest that earned him a hefty payday.   Along with twin brother Tye, Kade participated in the under-80-kilogram tournament of the inaugural Craig Jones Invitational. This went down on August 16 and 17 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024

The UFC was in Perth, Western Australia for a UFC 305 card that saw the middleweight title up for grabs. In the main event of UFC 305, middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis was looking to defend his belt for the first time against former champ Israel Adesanya. It was a highly-anticipated bout as the two have had a rivalry for years.

Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024

Israel Adesanya felt like Dricus Du Plessis was done in the fourth round just moments before he got the submission win. Adesanya was fighting for the first time in nearly a year as he headlined UFC 305 against Du Plessis for the middleweight title. It was an intriguing matchup and in the fourth round, it looked like Adesanya was starting to take over. He was having success on the feet, and he says there was a moment in the round when he felt like Du Plessis was done.

Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024

UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier thinks Sean Strickland isn’t a sure thing for the next middleweight title shot after UFC 305. UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis defeated Israel Adesanya in the UFC 305 main event last Saturday. After a back-and-forth first three rounds, du Plessis retained the title by submitting Adesanya with a rear-naked choke.

Josh Evanoff - August 19, 2024

Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka is working on a return to the cage. ‘The Czech Samurai’ is fresh off his return to the cage in late June at UFC 303. Jiri Prochazka handed Aleksandar Rakic a loss just two months prior but stepped up for a short-notice bout with Alex Pereira. Last November, ‘Poatan’ handed the Czech fighter a second-round knockout loss and the former champion was eager to avenge that defeat.

Josh Evanoff - August 19, 2024

Former UFC heavyweight contender Brendan Schaub has responded to Dricus du Plessis. ‘Stillknocks’ returned to the cage over the weekend in Australia. Back for the first time since winning UFC gold against Sean Strickland in January, du Plessis faced Israel Adesanya. Heading into the contest, the betting line was near even. However, many, including the likes of former heavyweight Brendan Schaub, picked ‘The Last Stylebender’ to win.

Josh Evanoff - August 19, 2024

Despite his UFC 305 loss to Dricus du Plessis, former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is in high spirits. ‘The Last Stylebender’ returned to the cage in Australia over the weekend. Back for the first time since a loss to Sean Strickland a year ago, the former middleweight champion faced Dricus du Plessis. ‘Stillknocks’ won the title from ‘Tarzan’ in January, and set his sights on Israel Adesanya as his first title challenger.

Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024

UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley wonders if Merab Dvalishvili’s decision to confront a fan at a recent event could put their fight in jeopardy. O’Malley and Dvalishvili will headline UFC 306 next month at the Las Vegas Sphere. The bantamweight title main event tops a stacked card at UFC 306, featuring a women’s flyweight trilogy between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko.

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 19, 2024

It’s indisputable that #3-ranked contender Danny Kingad is one of the most entertaining fighters in ONE Championship’s flyweight MMA division.    But despite this reputation, the Filipino star hasn’t scored a finish in years — a drought that he’s determined to end when he returns to action at ONE 169: Atlanta on November 8. 

Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024

Dan Hooker is looking to get one back on Michael Chandler and steal his fight against Conor McGregor. After Hooker scored a split decision win over Mateusz Gamrot at UFC 305, he called out several fighters including McGregor. It caught many by surprise, but on paper, a fight between Hooker and McGregor would be very fan-friendly.

Cole Shelton - August 19, 2024

Tom Aspinall believes he is the best heavyweight in the world, despite what Dana White and Jon Jones say. Aspinall is the interim heavyweight champion recently made his first defense of that belt by knocking out Curtis Blaydes in a minute at UFC 304. Since then, he has said his next fight will be for the undisputed heavyweight title, but when he will get the chance is uncertain.

Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill issued a fiery response to Magomed Ankalaev’s recent social media jabs. Ankalaev will face Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 308 on October 26th in Abu Dhabi. He returns to the Octagon after being passed up for the next light heavyweight title shot in favor of Khalil Rountree, who will face Alex Pereira at UFC 307.

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 19, 2024

Josue Cruz may find himself facing an uphill battle, but his fighting spirit remains undiminished.  The Mexican warrior will have a chance to redeem himself as he dukes it out with Johan Ghazali in a flyweight Muay Thai showdown. This happens at ONE 168: Denver, airing live from Ball Arena on September 6.

Harry Kettle - August 19, 2024

UFC light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev has slammed divisional champion Alex Pereira for calling out Dricus du Plessis. As we know, Alex Pereira is the reigning king of the UFC light heavyweight division. He’s also set to return later this year to defend the crown against Khalil Rountree Jr. It comes on the heels of an incredible year thus far for him, in which he has knocked out Jamahal Hill and Jiri Prochazka to retain the belt.

Harry Kettle - August 19, 2024

BJJ legend Craig Jones submitted Gabi Garcia in their bizarre intergender jiu-jitsu match last weekend. On Saturday night, UFC 305 took place in Perth, Australia. In addition to that, the Craig Jones Invitational took place in what proved to be a great showcase of jiu-jitsu. There was up to $2 million on the line for the competitors to win as Jones, and many others, continue to try and put the sport on the map in a big way.

Harry Kettle - August 19, 2024

UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis has explained why he gifted a jacket to Israel Adesanya after UFC 305. Last weekend, Dricus du Plessis successfully retained his UFC middleweight championship. He did so by submitting Israel Adesanya in a fight that was incredibly even for almost four rounds. It was a back and forth affair and at times, it seemed like Adesanya had the advantage.