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Alibeg Rasulov takes aim at Christian Lee next: “I'm going to get his belt”
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 8, 2024
Alibeg Rasulov believes he has put himself in a prime position to challenge Christian Lee for the ONE Lightweight MMA World Championship. The undefeated Turkish dynamo achieved a career-defining win over former divisional king Ok Rae Yoon by unanimous decision at ONE Fight Night 23 on Prime Video last Friday, July 5.
Charles Oliveira makes sense for next UFC lightweight title fight against Islam Makhachev, says coach
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Charles Oliveira’s coach believes there is a good case to make for “do Bronx” receiving the next UFC Lightweight Championship opportunity against Islam Makhachev. Oliveira is coming off a split decision loss to Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 300 back in April. Tsarukyan is currently serving a suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission for a fan altercation.
Dan Ige hopes for UFC 306 fight after saving the day against Diego Lopes: "I just think it makes sense"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Dan Ige is throwing his name in the hat for UFC 306, but he’s prepared to trust the process. Ige became a big crowd favorite when he agreed to replace Brian Ortega for a fight with Diego Lopes to save the UFC 303 co-main event. He ended up going the distance with Lopes in a competitive fight, and the fans showed their appreciation.
Petchtanong Petchfergus eyes clash with Wei Rui in ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 7, 2024
Following his triumphant return to action, Petchtanong Petchfergus knows who he wants to face next. The former ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion came back from a nearly two-year hiatus in scintillating fashion.
Aljamain Sterling eyes UFC 306 showdown with Diego Lopes: "Let's make it happen at the Sphere"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has his sights set on rising 145-pounder Diego Lopes. Lopes had a ton of eyeballs on him during the UFC 303 PPV last month. He was initially expected to meet Brian Ortega in the co-main event. “T-City” ended up suffering a fever and could not compete just hours before the card began. Lopes ended up accepting a fight with Dan Ige, taking a unanimous decision victory.
Jorge Masvidal thinks judges were influenced by pro-Nate Diaz crowd: "Make it a neutral place and let’s f*cking throw down"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Jorge Masvidal believes a hometown advantage for Nate Diaz swayed the judges in their boxing affair. Masvidal and Diaz shared the ring inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California this past Saturday. This was a rematch from their 2019 UFC showdown, which saw “Gamebred” emerge victorious due to doctor’s stoppage.
Jake Paul reacts to Nate Diaz callout after Jorge Masvidal boxing match: "SMH"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Nate Diaz wants a second crack at Jake Paul, and “The Problem Child” has responded. Diaz was back in the boxing ring for the first time since his unanimous decision loss to Paul back in August 2023. Diaz mixed it up with Jorge Masvidal inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California this past Saturday. Diaz had the crowd fully behind him and scored the majority decision win over “Gamebred.” This evens the score between the Stockton native and Masvidal, as the two fought under the UFC banner back in 2019 with “Gamebred” earning victory there.
Pros react after Nate Diaz defeats Jorge Masvidal
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2024
Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal had their highly anticipated rematch this evening in Anaheim, California. The pair had originally collided for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s ‘BMF Title‘ at UFC 244 in November of 2019, with ‘Gamebred’ ultimately winning that bout by second-round TKO, this after causing multiple lacerations to the face of the Stockton native.
Chris Avila defeats Anthony Pettis (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2024
Anthony Pettis squares off with Chris Avila in a boxing match scheduled for six rounds this evening in Anaheim, California. The bout is set to be contested at 175lbs.
Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal 2 Fighter Salaries Revealed: Diaz tops the list
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2024
Nate Diaz will be making a considerable amount more money than Jorge Masvidal for tonight’s rematch in boxing. Diaz (21-13 MMA, 0-1 Boxing) and Masvidal (35-17 MMA) are set to collide for a second time this evening in Anaheim California. The pair first met in November of 2019 at UFC 244, with the promotion’s ‘BMF Title‘ up for grabs. ‘Gamebred’ ultimately won that bout by second-round TKO, this after causing multiple lacerations to the face of the Stockton native.
Conor McGregor places massive bet on tonight's Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal rematch: "I feel Nate does him in EASY here"
Chris Taylor - July 6, 2024
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has placed a massive bet on tonight’s Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal rematch. Diaz (21-13 MMA, 0-1 Boxing) and Masvidal (35-17 MMA) are set to collide for a second time this evening in Anaheim, this time in a boxing match scheduled for ten rounds. The pair originally squared off for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s ‘BMF Title‘ at UFC 244 in November of 2019. ‘Gamebred’ ultimately won that bout by second-round TKO, this after causing multiple lacerations to the face of the Stockton native.
Dricus Du Plessis vows to bring "chaos" in UFC 305 title fight against Israel Adesanya
Cole Shelton - July 5, 2024
Dricus Du Plessis plans to bring chaos to his UFC 305 title defense against Israel Adesanya. Du Plessis is set to take on Adesanya in his first title defense on August 17 in Perth, Australia. It’s a highly-anticipated fight as the two don’t like each other and have taken shots at one another in the media. Heading into the fight, Du Plessis is confident he will be too chaotic and powerful for Adesanya.
Alexander Volkanovski calls to face 'good man' Dustin Poirier: "It's a big fun fight!"
Josh Evanoff - July 5, 2024
Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski wants a fight with Dustin Poirier. ‘The Great’ hasn’t competed since his title defense against Ilia Topuria in February. That fight saw Alexander Volkanovski’s historic featherweight reign come to an end in stunning fashion. ‘El Matador’ ended the Australian’s title reign with a brutal second-round stoppage victory.
Jon Jones announces date for UFC return against Stipe Miocic: "It's really happening"
Josh Evanoff - July 5, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones will fight Stipe Miocic in November at Madison Square Garden. ‘Bones’ hasn’t competed since his return at UFC 285 last March. The bout was Jon Jones’ first in over three years, and it was his first up at heavyweight as well. Despite the long lay-off, the former light-heavyweight champion made quick work of Ciryl Gane. Jones submitted ‘Bon Gamin’ in the first round, winning UFC heavyweight gold in the process.
Stipe Miocic responds to critics suggesting he’s holding up the UFC heavyweight division: “Stop crying”
Susan Cox - July 5, 2024
Stipe Miocic is responding to critics who are suggesting he’s holding up the UFC heavyweight division. Jones and Miocic were set to battle it out for heavyweight gold in November of last year at UFC 295. The fight was cancelled due to ‘Bones’ having to bow out due to injury.
Ian Machado Garry reacts after Dana White and others suggest his fight with Michael Page should have been ruled a draw: “You’re full of sh*t!”
Susan Cox - July 5, 2024
Ian Machado Garry is reacting after Dana White and others have suggested his fight with Michael Page should have been ruled a draw. It was just this past weekend, at UFC 303, that saw Ian Machado Garry (15-0 MMA) defeat Michael Page (22-3 MMA) by unanimous decision. With the victory, ‘The Future’ remains undefeated in the Octagon.
Sean O’Malley vents frustration over the current UFC pound-for-pound rankings: “How’s Ilia higher?”
Susan Cox - July 5, 2024
Sean O’Malley is venting his frustration over the current UFC pound-for-pound rankings. The official UFC rankings garnered some changes following UFC 303 this past weekend.
Demetrious Johnson to make BJJ black belt debut in August
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 5, 2024
Demetrious Johnson wants to add another chapter to his illustrious combat sports career. “Mighty Mouse” will make his black belt debut in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, competing in the Master 2 featherweight category at the IBJJF Master World Championship 2024. The event takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from August 29 to 31.