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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Samet Agdeve reveals drastic childhood living conditions ahead of ONE Championship title shot: "I went hungry"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 3, 2025
Hardship forges champions differently than privilege ever could. Samet Agdeve understands this truth better than most fighters who chase gold under bright lights. The undefeated Turkish striker challenges Roman Kryklia for the inaugural ONE Heavyweight Kickboxing World Championship at ONE Fight Night 37 on Friday, November 7, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The 21-year-old phenom carries a perfect 17-0 record with 12 knockouts into his promotional debut against the two-sport ONE World Champion. His journey from Izmir’s leaking roofs to championship opportunity reads like fiction, except every word rings true.
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.
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.
Manager makes wild injury claim amid Alex Pereira's revenge KO over Magomed Ankalaev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 3, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev’s manager has made quite the claim about his fighter’s condition prior to a crushing defeat in his Alex Pereira rematch. Ankalaev and Pereira met for a second time in the main event of UFC 320 back in October. Ankalaev was hoping to snatch his second victory over “Poatan,” but it wasn’t meant to be on the night. Pereira scored a first-round TKO finish to reclaim the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.
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.
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.
Khabib Nurmagomedov's manager hits back at Ronda Rousey's comments
Harry Kettle - November 3, 2025
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has hit back at Ronda Rousey after her recent comments about the former champion. As we know, Ronda Rousey is one of the biggest superstars in the history of mixed martial arts. She was able to accomplish some truly incredible things for the sport, especially for women’s MMA. However, after losing to Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, Ronda seemed to turn her back on both the fans and the sport as a whole.