MMA News
Colby Covington continues to call for a fight with Charles Oliveira
Harry Kettle - July 2, 2024
Controversial UFC star Colby Covington has made it clear that he’s interested in a showdown with Charles Oliveira. We all know that Colby Covington is a controversial figure. He will say and do whatever is going to get him to where he needs to be. More often than not, it works, and he lands himself in a major fight. At this point, though, following his one-sided loss to Leon Edwards, nobody really knows what the immediate future holds for ‘Chaos’.
Francis Ngannou's head coach provides an update on his MMA return
Harry Kettle - July 2, 2024
Francis Ngannou’s head coach Eric Nicksick has provided an update regarding his return to mixed martial arts. As we know, the focus of Francis Ngannou in the last year or so has been on boxing. He stepped into the squared circle with two of the best heavyweights on the planet – Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. While he gave Fury a real run for his money, the Joshua fight went pretty poorly as he was finished in devastating fashion.
Ian Machado Garry admits frustration at not finishing Michael Page at UFC 303
Harry Kettle - July 2, 2024
UFC star Ian Machado Garry has admitted that he was left frustrated after failing to finish Michael Page at UFC 303. At UFC 303, Ian Machado Garry managed to edge past Michael ‘Venom’ Page via decision. It wasn’t exactly the most exhilarating fight, though, and that’s us putting it lightly. Machado Garry struggled on the feet against MVP, which forced him to go to the grappling. It worked out, for the most part, as he kept his unbeaten mixed martial arts record intact.
Henry Cejudo still isn't convinced by Alex Pereira after UFC 303
Harry Kettle - July 2, 2024
Former UFC champion Henry Cejudo has admitted that he still isn’t 100% convinced by Alex Pereira. Last weekend at UFC 303, Alex Pereira produced another incredible performance. He knocked Jiri Prochazka out cold in the main event, successfully retaining his UFC light heavyweight championship in the process. He did so on short notice, too, making his triumph all the more impressive.
What's next for Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka after UFC 303?
Cole Shelton - July 1, 2024
The UFC was in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 303 with the light heavyweight title on the line in the main event of International Fight Week. In the main event of UFC 303, Alex Pereira took on Jiri Prochazka, in a fight that was made on short notice.
Alex Pereira's coach reveals UFC champ requested to fight in Perth just minutes after UFC 303 knockout win
Curtis Calhoun - July 1, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira still wants to fight in Perth at UFC 305 after his latest knockout win last Saturday. Pereira defeated former UFC light heavyweight titleholder Jiří Procházka by head kick in the UFC 303 main event on Saturday in Las Vegas. After taking the headlining slot on weeks’ notice, Pereira earned one of the biggest wins of his career and successfully defended his belt for the second time.
Michael Chandler claims he’s been offered a title shot against Islam Makhachev
Cole Shelton - July 1, 2024
Michael Chandler claims he has been offered a title shot against Islam Makhachev after his fight against Conor McGregor was scrapped. Chandler was supposed to headline UFC 303 against McGregor in a highly-anticipated matchup. But, just two weeks out from the fight, McGregor was forced to withdraw due to an injury, and the hope for ‘Iron’ was the fight would be rebooked.
Diego Lopes answers Movsar Evloev’s latest taunts after UFC 303 victory
Curtis Calhoun - July 1, 2024
UFC featherweight contender Diego Lopes issued a cold response to Movsar Evloev’s tweet during his UFC 303 victory. Lopes defeated short-notice replacement Dan Ige in the UFC 303 co-main event on Saturday in Las Vegas. He was originally scheduled to face Brian Ortega in a featherweight bout before Ortega withdrew hours before the event due to illness.
Henry Cejudo says Diego Lopes's UFC 303 win shows he's not ready for top featherweights
Curtis Calhoun - July 1, 2024
Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo feels featherweight star Diego Lopes isn’t ready for the elite 145lbers after UFC 303. Lopes defeated Dan Ige, who filled in on hours’ notice for Brian Ortega, in the UFC 303 co-main event on Saturday in Las Vegas. He won the fight by unanimous decision after the sudden opponent switch in the eleventh hour of the pre-fight festivities.
Michael Chandler gives surprising update on Conor McGregor fight: "New date loading"
Josh Evanoff - July 1, 2024
It seems that UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler is still full steam ahead on a fight with Conor McGregor. The two stars were set to finally collide at UFC 303 over the weekend in Las Vegas. For Michael Chandler, the fight is one that he’s been waiting a long, long time for. The two coached The Ultimate Fighter last summer, with the hope of fighting in late 2023. However, due to Conor McGregor’s ‘Road House’ movie obligations, the date was shifted to this summer.
Brian Ortega's manager explains sudden UFC 303 pull-out: "He couldn't recover or keep anything down"
Josh Evanoff - July 1, 2024
According to Brian Ortega’s manager, his UFC 303 pull-out was largely due to the short notice he had to prepare. ‘T-City’ was set to return to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 303 on Saturday. However, as many fans likely know, Brian Ortega’s bout with Diego Lopes was made on short notice. After Conor McGregor withdrew from the card with two weeks to go, the featherweights were added to help boost the card.
Andrei Arlovski issues statement after parting ways with the UFC: "My book is not finished yet"
Josh Evanoff - July 1, 2024
Former heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski is disappointed with the end of his UFC career. ‘The Pitbull’ was the oldest fighter on the UFC roster heading into his return on Saturday. At 45 years old, Andrei Arlovski has seen, and done it all. From debuting at UFC 28 in 2000 to wars with the likes of Frank Mir and Bigfoot Silva, the Belarusian fighter has had better days. Heading into his bout with Martin Buday, Arlovski was riding a three-fight losing streak.
Jon Jones appears to pivot on UFC retirement timeline: "Options are looking crazy"
Curtis Calhoun - July 1, 2024
After his upcoming return to the Octagon, UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones might not be ready to call it quits. Jones is expected to face former UFC heavyweight titleholder Stipe Miocic later this year. While an official date hasn’t been announced for the anticipated booking, Jones recently leaked a November pay-per-view targeting.
Dana White reacts to Ian Machado Garry’s win over Michael Page at UFC 303: “I had that fight a draw”
Susan Cox - July 1, 2024
Dana White is reacting to Ian Machado Garry’s win over Michael Page at UFC 303. UFC 303 took place this past Saturday, June 29th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Video | Israel Adesanya’s live reaction to Alex Pereira knocking out Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303
Susan Cox - July 1, 2024
Israel Adesanya’s live reaction to Alex Pereira knocking out Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303 was caught on tape. UFC 303 took place this past Saturday, June 29th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Dustin Poirier challenges Islam Makhachev to a rematch, responds to “bumskie” Conor McGregor
Susan Cox - July 1, 2024
Dustin Poirier is challenging Islam Makhachev to a rematch and in the process is responding to ‘bumskie’ Conor McGregor. ‘The Diamond’ (30-9 MMA) fought Makhachev (26-1 MMA) in a lightweight bout a month ago today at UFC 302. The result was a submission victory for the Makhachev, the lightweight champion, at 2:42 of Round 5.
Superlek sees “room for improvement” following ONE Friday Fights 68 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 1, 2024
Despite a victory over a tough opponent at ONE Friday Fights 68 on Friday, June 28, Superlek Kiatmoo9 chooses not to rest on his laurels. In his most recent outing, the reigning ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion claimed a hard-fought unanimous decision win over compatriot Kongthoranee Sor Sommai in a three-round Muay Thai bout.
Colby Covington reacts to Ian Machado Garry’s win over Michael Page at UFC 303: “That was pathetic”
Harry Kettle - July 1, 2024
Colby Covington has given his thoughts on Ian Machado Garry’s triumph over Michael Page at UFC 303. On Saturday night, Ian Machado Garry defeated Michael Page. He did so by the skin of his teeth, grinding out a decision win. Many fans were disappointed with how the fight played out, but thankfully for the Irishman, he got the job done.