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Former UFC champion Brock Lesnar reveals the WWE superstar who had the most strength: “Nobody in the WWE was as strong as that guy”
Susan Cox - June 18, 2024
Former UFC champion Brock Lesnar has revealed the WWE superstar who had the most strength, and it’s not ‘The Big Show’. Lesnar, himself a professional wrester, also competed in the UFC (5-3 MMA) and in the NFL as a defensive tackle with the Minnesota Vikings.
Nico Carrillo promises to torch Saemapetch at ONE Fight Night 23: "I’m bringing the heat"
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 18, 2024
Nico Carrillo has promised nothing short of a spectacular display when he returns to the ring on July 6. The #1-ranked bantamweight Muay Thai contender locks horns with #4-ranked Saemapetch Fairtex in a three-round duel.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 169 with Robert Whittaker and Impa Kasanganay
Cole Shelton - June 18, 2024
The 169th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Saudi Arabia and PFL 5. We’re first joined by former UFC middleweight champion and current third-ranked middleweight Robert Whittaker (1:18). We close it out by talking to PFL light heavyweight and reigning champion Impa Kasanganay (11:40).
Bo Nickal goes to bat for Conor McGregor following criticism of his UFC 303 withdrawal: “He’s literally torn his ACL and fought”
Harry Kettle - June 18, 2024
Bo Nickal has given his thoughts on the ongoing situation regarding Conor McGregor and his withdrawal from UFC 303. As we know, Conor McGregor has been ruled out of UFC 303 due to injury. As a result, Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka are stepping up to fight for the UFC light heavyweight championship. Of course, for many fans, the bigger concern is whether or not McGregor will still be able to return later this year – which is what the promotion seems to be shooting for.
Video | Alex Pereira reveals he needs to cut 22 pounds ahead of UFC 303
Harry Kettle - June 18, 2024
Colby Covington takes aim at “hypocrite” Sean Strickland for suggesting UFC pay is utter garbage: “Who is he to say this?”
Harry Kettle - June 18, 2024
UFC star Colby Covington has gone after Sean Strickland for criticizing the state of fighter pay in the promotion. As we know, Sean Strickland is an outspoken guy. He’s made a career, at least in the last few years, out of letting the world know what he thinks. Some people believe it’s an act, whereas others just think that’s who he is. Either way, he’s annoyed a lot of people, and his latest frustration has been in relation to UFC fighter pay.
Michael Bisping questions if Conor McGregor will ever return to the UFC following recent injury: “His titanium skin bone has failed”
Harry Kettle - June 18, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has questioned the future of Conor McGregor after he pulled out of UFC 303. As we now know, Conor McGregor is out of UFC 303. He’s been forced to withdraw due to injury, meaning his bout with Michael Chandler will be pushed back to later in the year. Of course, while we all hope that still happens, there are serious questions that have been raised regarding the Irishman’s future and whether or not he’ll actually compete again.
Jonathan Haggerty outlines path to top of the MMA world
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 18, 2024
Jonathan Haggerty is charting a careful and methodical path toward his transition into MMA. Known for his striking prowess, “The General” hinted at his future in the all-encompassing sport after capturing the vacant ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Title against divisional MMA ruler Fabricio Andrade in November 2023.
What's next for Tatsuro Taira and Alex Perez after UFC Vegas 93?
Cole Shelton - June 17, 2024
In the main event of UFC Vegas 93 on Saturday, ranked flyweights threw down as Tatsuro Taira took on former title challenger Alex Perez. Taira entered the fight with a perfect 15-0 record and was ranked 13th at flyweight. The Japanese fighter was 5-0 in the UFC and had notable wins over C.J. Vergara and Carlos Hernandez, but this was a big step-up in completion. Perez, meanwhile, was ranked fifth at flyweight and was coming off a KO win over Matheus Nicolau to return to the win column.
Rampage Jackson defends 'young legend' Conor McGregor after UFC 303 withdrawal: "He's done a lot for our sport"
Josh Evanoff - June 17, 2024
Rampage Jackson has taken up for former UFC champion Conor McGregor in light of his recent injury. ‘The Notorious’ was slated to headline UFC 303 later this month against Michael Chandler. The bout was going to be his first, since breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier in July 2021. Nearly three years removed from that injury, Conor McGregor was set to return opposite ‘Iron’ in a welterweight contest.
Sean O'Malley breaks down and predicts Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry boxing match
Curtis Calhoun - June 17, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley feels Jake Paul will be handed his toughest test in the ring against Mike Perry. Paul and Perry will come face-to-face on July 20, at an event hosted by Most Valuable Promotions. Paul was originally set to face boxing legend Mike Tyson in his return before Tyson withdrew due to a medical issue.
VIDEO | UFC fan takes on the “Body shot challenge” with top heavyweight Ciryl Gane
Curtis Calhoun - June 17, 2024
One UFC fan got to experience first-hand what it’s like to take a brutal body shot from former interim titleholder Ciryl Gane. Gane is one of the most unique talents in UFC heavyweight history. His speed and striking techniques have made him one of the most difficult puzzles to solve in the heavyweight division.
Dana White opens up on Jon Jones' UFC return, confirms 'Bones' will be back soon
Josh Evanoff - June 17, 2024
According to Dana White, UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones could be back as soon as this summer. ‘Bones’ hasn’t competed in well over a year. Last March at UFC 285, Jon Jones ended a lengthy hiatus by moving up to heavyweight to face Ciryl Gane. Fighting for the title that Francis Ngannou left vacant, he needed only one round to dispatch of ‘Bon Gamin’. Jones earned a first-round submission victory to win the gold.
Dana White claims Michael Chandler "Wants to wait" for Conor McGregor fight despite "No Guarantees" remark
Josh Evanoff - June 17, 2024
According to Dana White, Michael Chandler isn’t ending his pursuit of former UFC champion Conor McGregor. ‘Iron’ has spent the better part of two years trying to get a fight with ‘The Notorious’. Following a knockout victory over Tony Ferguson in May 2022, Michael Chandler took to the live mic with a passionate callout of Conor McGregor. After a loss to Dustin Poirier later in the year, the Bellator champion got the news he was waiting for.
Dana White uncertain when Khamzat Chimaev will fight again: "Every time he gets close to fighting, he gets really sick"
Cole Shelton - June 17, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White isn’t sure when Khamzat Chimaev will fight again after he was forced out of his UFC Saudi Arabia main event against Robert Whittaker. Chimaev was set to headline the card on Saturday against the former champ in a highly-anticipated bout. However, just over a week out from the fight, it was revealed that Chimaev was out of the bout after being violently ill and was replaced by Ikram Aliskerov.
Steve Erceg rips Alexandre Pantoja after claiming he “hit like a girl” in UFC 301 title fight
Curtis Calhoun - June 17, 2024
Former UFC flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg’s immense respect for Alexandre Pantoja has faltered since their May title clash. Erceg fell to Pantoja by unanimous decision at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro. The loss snapped an 11-fight winning streak, including a 3-0 unbeaten run inside the UFC entering his first promotional five-rounder.
Michael Chandler says there are "no guarantees" on his next fight after Conor McGregor scrap gets canceled
Cole Shelton - June 17, 2024
Michael Chandler has opened up on his UFC 303 fight against Conor McGregor being canceled. Chandler was set to headline the pay-per-view card from Las Vegas on June 29 against McGregor. However, just two weeks out from the fight, it was revealed the bout was off as the Irishman had suffered an injury.
Montana mountains cost Bo Nickal a potential big money fight at UFC Saudi Arabia: “I didn’t get back to cell service for 3 days”
Susan Cox - June 17, 2024
Apparently the Montana mountains cost Bo Nickal a potential big money fight at UFC Saudi Arabia. UFC Saudi Arabia takes place this coming weekend, on Saturday June 22nd at the Kingdom Arena, in Riyadh.
Khamzat Chimaev releases first statement after being forced out of UFC Saudi Arabia: “Allah has his own plans for us”
Susan Cox - June 17, 2024
Khamzat Chimaev has released his first statement after being forced out of UFC Saudi Arabia. It was to have been Robert Whittaker (26-7 MMA) vs. the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev (13-0 MMA) this coming weekend, Saturday, June 22nd in the middleweight main event at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.