MMA News
Leon Edwards's coach shuts down recent Nate Diaz callout, says he should retire
Curtis Calhoun - July 22, 2024
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards’s head coach declined a potential rematch with Nate Diaz on his protégé’s behalf. Edwards will defend his UFC welterweight title against the surging Belal Muhammad in the UFC 304 main event this Saturday in Manchester. He returns to the Octagon to face Muhammad in a rematch of their 2021 no-contest.
Conor McGregor informs 'bum beggar' Michael Chandler that he's fully healed ahead of UFC return
Josh Evanoff - July 22, 2024
Former two-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor is seemingly healthy and ready to fight Michael Chandler. ‘The Notorious’ and ‘Iron’ were set to meet in the main event of UFC 303 last month. For Conor McGregor, the bout would snap a nearly three-year layoff and would be his first since breaking his leg in 2021. Meanwhile, Michael Chandler hasn’t competed since a submission loss to Dustin Poirier in late 2022.
Doo Ho Choi opens up on emotional UFC Vegas 94 knockout victory: "All the people that said I'm done"
Josh Evanoff - July 22, 2024
UFC featherweight contender Doo Ho Choi is finally back. ‘The Korean Superboy’ seemed well on his way to a UFC title shot when he debuted in November 2014. Doo Ho Choi then rattled off three straight knockout victories, busting into the rankings with a stoppage win over Thiago Tavares in 2016. That December, he was handed a unanimous decision loss by Cub Swanson in an instant classic.
WBA President proposes Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. world title fight: "I'm not against"
Josh Evanoff - July 22, 2024
WBA President Gilberto Mendoza Jr. is down to see Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in the boxing ring. ‘The Problem Child’ returned to the ring over the weekend on DAZN pay-per-view. While Jake Paul was initially expected to face Mike Tyson on July 20th, ‘Iron Mike’ was forced out due to health issues. As a result, BKFC star Mike Perry stepped up on short notice and was handed a devastating sixth-round stoppage loss.
Sean Strickland responds to Khamzat Chimaev's "Unfinished business" declaration
Curtis Calhoun - July 22, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland has Khamzat Chimaev in his sights if he reclaims the title. Strickland is holding out for another middleweight title shot after defeating former title challenger Paulo Costa at UFC 302. He defeated Costa unanimously before declaring that he intended to hold out for a title shot instead of facing another top contender.
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.
Belal Muhammad responds after ‘finally’ being called out by Colby Covington: “He’s a joke now”
Harry Kettle - July 22, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Belal Muhammad has responded to a recent challenge from Colby Covington. This weekend, Belal Muhammad faces the biggest fight of his career. He will challenge Leon Edwards for the UFC welterweight championship, in what promises to be an electric collision between the two rivals. Of course, Edwards is seen as the favorite by many, but Muhammad appears to be feeling pretty confident in himself.
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.
Conor McGregor responds to Mike Perry's BKFC ownership claim: "You are out, bro"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 21, 2024
Conor McGregor has caught wind of Mike Perry claiming to be a part owner of BKFC, and he has responded. McGregor had fight fans turning heads once again at the conclusion of the boxing match between Perry and Jake Paul. While Perry showed grit, he was simply outgunned thanks to Paul’s jabs, power punching, and movement. “Platinum” hung around, but was ultimately stopped in the sixth round via TKO.
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.
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.
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.