MMA News
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.
Mario Bautista reveals next steps after Umar Nurmagomedov loss at UFC 321
Harry Kettle - November 4, 2025
UFC star Mario Bautista has revealed what’s next for him in his career following his loss to Umar Nurmagomedov. Last month, Mario Bautista battled it out with Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 321. He knew that it was going to take everything he had if he was going to pick up the win, but unfortunately for him, he was beaten by Umar in what proved to be one of the most competitive fights on the entire card.
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,
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.
UFC vet Vince Morales claims he was offered $70k to 'throw' a fight amidst Isaac Dulgarian controversy
Curtis Calhoun - November 3, 2025
Former UFC bantamweight Vince Morales is the latest cog in the ongoing sports gambling scandal following UFC Vegas 110. A UFC featherweight bout between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle ended up making headlines for all the wrong reasons at UFC Vegas 110.
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.
UFC releases first statement on Isaac Dulgarian betting scandal, cuts featherweight after UFC Vegas 110
Curtis Calhoun - November 3, 2025
The UFC issued its first public remarks amidst arguably the biggest sports gambling scandal in Mixed Martial Arts history involving Isaac Dulgarian. UFC featherweights Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle squared off at UFC Vegas 110 last Saturday at the Apex. Just minutes into the fight, Del Valle submitted Dulgarian with a rear-naked choke to earn a significant win on his record.
Waldo Cortes-Acosta calls to tie UFC record vs. Tom Aspinall's former rival in short-notice booking after UFC Vegas 110
Curtis Calhoun - November 3, 2025
UFC heavyweight contender Waldo Cortes-Acosta wants to challenge Greg Hardy’s record for most fights by a heavyweight in 12 months. Waldo Cortes-Acosta earned one of the strangest UFC victories of the year last weekend at UFC Vegas 110. Cortes-Acosta and former PFL champion Ante Delija squared off in a pivotal bout on the main card, headlined by Steve Garcia vs. David Onama.
Report: Boxing legend tabbed to potentially replace Gervonta Davis showdown vs. Jake Paul
Curtis Calhoun - November 3, 2025
Gervonta Davis is expected to withdraw from his upcoming fight against Jake Paul amidst his recent legal troubles, according to multiple reports. WBA lightweight boxing champion Gervonta Davis was scheduled to clash against polarizing star Jake Paul on November 14th in Miami. But just weeks before the fight, Davis was involved in a civil lawsuit filed by his former girlfriend, alleging multiple violent incidents and kidnapping.
Kayla Harrison shares bold prediction for Amanda Nunes fight: 'It’s gonna happen sooner rather than later'
Cole Shelton - November 3, 2025
Kayla Harrison expects to make quick work of Amanda Nunes when they do fight. Harrison is the UFC’s bantamweight champion and is expected to fight Nunes, who will be ending her retirement and returning to the UFC. The former teammates are set to throw down in what should be a highly anticipated bout, but Harrison expects to beat Nunes rather easily.
UFC legend scoffs at report claiming Jake Paul vs. Francis Ngannou is being explored
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 3, 2025
A UFC Hall of Famer isn’t buying into the possibility of Jake Paul vs. Francis Ngannou. Paul’s team is reportedly exploring options to replace Gervonta “Tank” Davis for his next opponent. Davis is facing a civil suit alleging domestic battery and kidnapping. Mike Coppinger of Ring Magazine reported that Ngannou is one of the names that has been discussed for a potential showdown with Paul.
Top UFC star reveals 'heated' conversation with Khabib Nurmagomedov over GOAT status
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 3, 2025
One former two-division UFC champion has revealed an intense argument he once had with Khabib Nurmagomedov. There’s no denying that Nurmagomedov is worthy of his Hall of Fame accolade. “The Eagle” retired as an undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion. What is up for debate is just how high on the MMA GOAT list he truly is, given he left the sport sooner than many were anticipating.
Paddy Pimblett makes big prediction for possible Ilia Topuria title fight
Harry Kettle - November 3, 2025
UFC star Paddy Pimblett has made a big prediction for his potential UFC lightweight title showdown against rival Ilia Topuria. For the longest time now, Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria have had a pretty intense feud with one another – and that much is an understatement. These two men are eager to get in the cage and settle their differences once and for all, but up to this point, the only real fight they’ve had has been a fighter hotel brawl a couple of years ago.
Justin Gaethje is serious about MMA retirement threat, says manager
Harry Kettle - November 3, 2025
Ali Abdelaziz has said that Justin Gaethje is serious about retiring from mixed martial arts if he doesn’t get a UFC title shot. Justin Gaethje has made it crystal clear that he wants to compete for the UFC lightweight championship one more time. He’s already challenged for the undisputed gold on two separate occasions, falling short at the hands of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Charles Oliveira. This time around, however, he’s ready to put something else on the line – his entire mixed martial arts career.
Jiri Prochazka contemplates possible UFC middleweight switch
Harry Kettle - November 3, 2025
Former UFC champion Jiri Prochazka has revealed his interest in a possible move down to the middleweight division. Over the last few years, Prochazka has been able to tear through every light heavyweight he’s fought outside of the reigning champion —except for a triumph against Tottenham Hotspur.
Jonathan Haggerty injury forces Nabil Anane to accept new challenge against Hiromi Wajima at ONE 173
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 2, 2025
Championship defense plans crumbled when injury struck Jonathan Haggerty. But Nabil Anane refuses to let opportunity disappear despite losing his anticipated showdown with the former two-sport king. The undisputed ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion now meets former three-time K-1 Champion Hiromi Wajima in featherweight kickboxing action at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on Sunday, November 16, inside Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 21-year-old Thai-Algerian switches sports and jumps a weight class after Haggerty’s injury forced the cancellation of their title fight.