MMA News
Michael Bisping reacts to Jake Paul’s TKO victory over Mike Perry
Susan Cox - July 22, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has reacted to Jake Paul’s TKO victory over Mike Perry. Saturday night, July 20th, saw Mike Perry go up against Jake Paul in an eight-round cruiserweight boxing match at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The result was a sixth-round TKO victory for ‘The Problem Child’.
Leon Edwards claims the UFC told him that Belal Muhammad was “not a big enough name” to headline UFC 300
Susan Cox - July 22, 2024
Leon Edwards is claiming that the UFC told him Belal Muhammad was ‘not a big enough name’ for UFC 300. Big enough name or not, it will be current UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards (22-3 MMA) going up against Belal Muhammad (23-3 MMA) at UFC 304 this coming Saturday, July 27th at the Co-op Live in Manchester, England.
Mayssa Bastos aims to finish Danielle Kelly: "The fight will end in submission"
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 22, 2024
Mayssa Bastos is gearing up for what could be the defining moment of her career. The Brazilian heroine challenges Danielle Kelly for the ONE Atomweight Submission Grappling World Championship. This happens at ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video, airing live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 2.
Dustin Poirier hopes that Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson never comes to fruition: “He’s 60 years old”
Harry Kettle - July 22, 2024
Dustin Poirier has explained why he doesn’t want to see Jake Paul take on Mike Tyson in a boxing match later this year. As we know, Jake Paul defeated Mike Perry this past weekend in their boxing showdown. Initially, however, he was supposed to be battling it out with heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson. Unfortunately, due to an illness, Tyson was forced to pull out. Now, their highly-anticipated collision has been postponed to November.
USADA allegedly dropped the ball and allowed ‘Russian Ronda’ to fight in the UFC despite a failed drug test
Harry Kettle - July 22, 2024
USADA reportedly allowed Irina Alekseeva, known as ‘Russian Ronda’, to compete in the UFC despite a failed drug test. As we know, the working relationship between USADA and UFC came to an end before the start of 2024. It appeared as if there were some real disagreements between the two parties and, ultimately, it was deemed that they could no longer continue on the path they were on.
Shavkat Rakhmonov scoffs at latest challenge from Ian Machado Garry: “It won’t even be close”
Harry Kettle - July 22, 2024
UFC star Shavkat Rakhmonov has laughed off the latest challenge he’s received from Ian Machado Garry. As we know, Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry are two of the most intriguing prospects in mixed martial arts. They both compete in the UFC, they’re both in the welterweight division, and they’re both unbeaten. While it would be easy for them to try and avoid one another, it appears as if they’re doing the exact opposite.
Gustavo Balart prepared to go for broke to win world title: “This is my dream”
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 22, 2024
As the anticipation builds for ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video, Gustavo Balart stands on the precipice of a career-defining moment. There, he squares off with Jarred Brooks for the ONE Interim Strawweight MMA World Championship. This five-round encounter emanates live in U.S. primetime from the fabled Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 2.
Jake Paul reveals why he called out UFC champion Alex Pereira: "I want to decapitate him"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Jake Paul has explained why he decided to call out UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira after defeating Mike Perry. After Paul earned a sixth-round TKO finish over Perry in Tampa this past Saturday, he issued a challenge to “Poatan.” Pereira is under UFC contract, making this matchup highly unlikely.
Darren Till scoffs at Jake Paul for calling out Alex Pereira & Mike Tyson following TKO win over Mike Perry
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Darren Till has thrown his name in the hat as a potential opponent for Jake Paul. Paul was expected to trade leather with Mike Tyson this past Saturday night. Tyson ended up having to withdraw from the matchup due to an ulcer flareup. Perry replaced Tyson and was handed a sixth-round TKO loss against Paul for his efforts.
Conor McGregor slams "no nothing bum" UFC fighter Terrance McKinney over Mike Perry "firing"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Conor McGregor made some waves last night following Jake Paul’s TKO win over Mike Perry, and one UFC fighter found himself in the crossfire. Perry, a BKFC fighter, had a boxing match against Paul this past Saturday. Despite putting forth an effort full of heart, “Platinum” was no match for the boxing skills of Paul, who scored a sixth-round TKO finish.
Maurice Abevi looks to spoil Samat Mamedov's debut at ONE 168
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 21, 2024
Maurice Abevi is poised to play the welcoming committee role for Samat Mamedov as the latter makes his ONE Championship debut. Both men face off at ONE 168: Denver. This lightweight MMA bout takes place live at the 21,000-seat Ball Arena on September 6.
Jake Paul heaps praise on Mike Perry following Saturday’s boxing match: “Has a lot more balls than that little leprechaun”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Jake Paul had some kind words for Mike Perry following their recent showdown. Paul vs. Perry headlined a Most Valuable Promotions boxing card in Tampa, Florida this past Saturday. For Perry, it was an opportunity to derail “The Problem Child’s” plan to fight boxing legend “Iron” Mike Tyson. For Paul, he was looking to put another former UFC fighter on his list of victims inside the boxing ring.
Mike Perry responds after Conor McGregor claims that he’s fired from BKFC: “He can’t fire me”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Mike Perry has responded to Conor McGregor throwing salt on the wound following a TKO defeat to Jake Paul. Perry and Paul shared the boxing ring inside Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida this past Saturday night. While Perry showed the heart fans have grown to adore him for, it was quite clear that Paul’s boxing skills were far superior.
Fight fans react to former UFC champion Cody Garbrandt’s new face tattoo
Harry Kettle - July 21, 2024
Fight fans have given their thoughts on former UFC champion Cody Garbrandt’s new face tattoo. As we know, Cody Garbrandt has had a rollercoaster ride of a career. He was once known as a rising star, before quickly being thrust into a title opportunity against Dominick Cruz. In that fight, he became UFC bantamweight champion, stunning the masses with one of the best title performances in UFC history.
Video | Jake Paul calls out current UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira
Harry Kettle - July 21, 2024
Jake Paul has called out UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira following his win over Mike Perry. Last night, Jake Paul dropped Mike Perry on several occasions en-route to picking up a TKO victory. Perry proved how tough he is once again, but the size advantage was just too much for him to overcome. Now, as ‘Platinum’ prepares to return to BKFC, Paul has his eyes on his next target.
Mike Perry reacts following TKO loss to Jake Paul: "Shout out to Nate Diaz who went 10 rounds with him!"
Jeffrey Walter - July 21, 2024
Mike Perry was all class following his defeat on Saturday night, congratulating Jake Paul while shouting out Nate Diaz. Perry (0-2 Boxing, 5-0 BKFC) squared off with Paul (10-1 Boxing) in a cruiserweight bout slated for eight rounds yesterday evening in Tampa Bay, Florida.
Conor McGregor fires Mike Perry from BKFC following loss to Jake Paul
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
Conor McGregor has fired Mike Perry from BKFC following his loss to Jake Paul this evening in Tampa Bay, Florida. Paul (10-1) and Perry (0-2) squared off in a cruiserweight bout slated for eight 3-minute rounds on Saturday night.
Pros react after Jake Paul stops Mike Perry: "Juiced out of his head"
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
The highly anticipated cruiserweight bout between Jake Paul and Mike Perry took place this evening in Tampa Bay, Florida. Paul (10-1) and Perry (0-2) squared off in a 200lbs contest slated for eight 3-minute rounds.