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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.
Video | Alex Pereira FaceTimes with Jake Paul immediately following in-ring callout
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira wasted little time getting in contact with Jake Paul following a callout. Paul went one-on-one with former UFC fighter Mike Perry in a boxing match. Paul was simply too skilled in the sweet science for Perry to handle. “Platinum” kept getting popped with the jab and ate plenty of power shots from his opponent. Perry was knocked down several times before the referee decided to call the fight in the sixth round.
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.
Jake Paul reacts after Conor McGregor fires Mike Perry from BKFC
Jeffrey Walter - July 20, 2024
Jake Paul, like many, think it is “f**ked up” that Conor McGregor fired Mike Perry from BKFC this evening. Paul (10-1) and Perry (0-2) came to blows in an eight-round cruiserweight contest Saturday night in Tampa Bay.
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.
Jake Paul stops Mike Perry in Round 6 (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry takes place tonight live from Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay, Florida. Paul (9-1) and Perry (0-1) will collide in a cruiserweight bout scheduled for eight 3-minute rounds.
UFC Vegas 94 Bonus Report: Steve Garcia one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
The Octagon returned to the Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 94 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Amanda Lemos vs. Virna Jandiroba. The highly anticipated women’s strawweight main event resulted in a beautiful second round submission victory for Virna Jandiroba. The Brazilian was able to complete an awesome transition that saw her move from a choke to a deep armbar. She cranked the hold and Amanda Lemos had no choice but to tapout (see that here).
UFC Vegas 94 Results: Virna Jandiroba stops Amanda Lemos (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 94 event is headlined by a women’s strawweight bout between Amanda Lemos and Virna Jandiroba. Lemos (14-4 MMA) last fought and defeated Mackenzie Dern (13-5 MMA) at February’s UFC 298 event. That victory of course was preceded by a unanimous decision loss to Zheng Weili at UFC 292.
Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry - Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
The highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry boxing match takes place tonight live from Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay, Florida. Paul (9-1) and Perry (0-1) will collide in a cruiserweight bout scheduled for eight 3-minute rounds.
UFC Vegas 94: ‘Lemos vs. Jandiroba’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
The Octagon returns to the Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 94 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Amanda Lemos vs. Virna Jandiroba. Lemos (14-3 MMA) last fought and defeated Mackenzie Dern (13-5 MMA) this past February at UFC 298. That victory of course was preceded by a unanimous decision loss to Zheng Weili at UFC 292.
Khamzat Chimaev is reportedly training with "boxing national team" ahead of UFC comeback
Harry Kettle - July 20, 2024
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev is reportedly training with a boxing national team as he prepares for his comeback. As we know, Khamzat Chimaev is one of the most exciting fighters in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. However, as we also know, he’s been pretty inactive over the course of the last few years. Following on from his narrow win over Kamaru Usman, the expectation was that he’d return to action at UFC Saudi Arabia against Robert Whittaker.
UFC commentator believes Jon Jones must "acknowledge" Tom Aspinall if he beats Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304
Harry Kettle - July 20, 2024
UFC commentator John Gooden believes Jon Jones needs to acknowledge Tom Aspinall if he defeats Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. Following his 37th birthday, Jon Jones appears to be gearing up for a return in November. When he does get back in the cage, it’ll likely be to defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic.
UFC legend Georges St-Pierre admits he felt awful every morning before fighting
Harry Kettle - July 19, 2024
UFC legend Georges St-Pierre has admitted that he didn’t used to feel good on the morning of his fights. As we know, Georges St-Pierre is one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. He’s a two-weight UFC champion, he’s beaten some of the best welterweights ever, and he was a consistent force in the 170-pound division for years.
Raul Rosas Jr. booked for return at UFC 306 Sphere event
Curtis Calhoun - July 19, 2024
UFC bantamweight prospect Raul Rosas Jr. will face another proven veteran for his next Octagon challenge at UFC 306. According to Rosas’s management, Iridium Sports Agency, he has signed the dotted line to face Aoriqileng at UFC 306 on September 14. UFC 306 will be the UFC’s one-off event at the Las Vegas Sphere venue.