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Denis Puric promises early finish against Takeru: "It's not going past the second"
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 26, 2025
Age means nothing when confidence runs this deep. Denis Puric sees his upcoming clash with Japanese striking icon Takeru Segawa as a chance to prove the doubters wrong. The 40-year-old Bosnian-Canadian brawler collides with the #2-ranked contender in flyweight kickboxing action at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on Sunday, November 16, inside Ariake Arena at Tokyo, Japan. Puric has spent months campaigning for high-profile matchups, and this fight against a three-division K-1 Champion represents exactly what he’s been chasing.
Joshua Pacio believes "timing will be key" against Yuya Wakamatsu at ONE 173
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 26, 2025
ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion Joshua Pacio pursues Philippine history against an opponent whose career trajectory mirrors his own. The 29-year-old recognizes similarities in Yuya Wakamatsu’s journey from early setbacks to championship glory through persistent improvement. Pacio challenges Wakamatsu for the ONE Flyweight MMA World Title at ONE 173 on Sunday, November 16, at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The Lions Nation MMA representative seeks to become the Philippines’ first two-division MMA champion after cementing strawweight supremacy with his February trilogy victory over Jarred Brooks at ONE 171.
Virna Jandiroba speaks out following UFC 321 loss to Mackenzie Dern in title fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 26, 2025
Virna Jandiroba has delivered a message to her supporters after falling short in her UFC 321 title fight. Jandiroba and Dern collided with the vacant UFC Women’s Strawweight Championship on the line. The bout went the distance and it was Dern who outlasted Jandiroba to capture the gold. Dern won the title matchup via unanimous decision. It is Dern’s second pro MMA win over Jandiroba.
Alexander Volkov criticizes Jailton Almeida's game plan during UFC 321 fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 26, 2025
Alexander Volkov believes Jailton Almeida is approaching his fights the wrong way following their UFC 321 bout. Volkov and Almeida shared the Octagon inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi this past Saturday. The bout went all three rounds and there was a split verdict. Volkov ended up securing the split decision victory.
Dana White's interesting comment about Tom Aspinall has people talking following UFC 321
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 26, 2025
Dana White’s post-UFC 321 remark about Tom Aspinall has fans speculating. Aspinall put the UFC Heavyweight Championship at stake against Ciryl Gane this past Saturday. Gane found success on the feet, busting the nose of Aspinall. Things went awry when Gane delivered an inadvertent double poke to the eyes of Aspinall. The heavyweight champion informed the doctor and referee that he couldn’t see out of his eye, which led to a no contest.
Chael Sonnen baffles MMA legend with controversial Tom Aspinall comment after UFC 321
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 26, 2025
Chael Sonnen’s controversial comment post-UFC 321 has a lot of people talking, including a retired standup warrior. During the UFC 321 post-fight show, Sonnen reacted to Tom Aspinall being unable to continue after being poked in both eyes by Ciryl Gane this past Saturday.
Umar Nurmagomedov makes bold promise following UFC 321 win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 26, 2025
Umar Nurmagomedov has made quite the claim after getting back in the win column at UFC 321. Nurmagomedov shared the Octagon with Mario Bautista inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. It was a chance for him to bounce back after falling short in his bid for UFC bantamweight gold back in January. Nurmagomedov ended up defeating Bautista via unanimous decision.
Dana White was quite happy with UFC 321 judges amid split verdict
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 26, 2025
Dana White thinks the judges got it right in terms of one crucial UFC 321 bout. Featured on the main card of UFC 321 was a heavyweight clash between Alexander Volkov and Jailton Almeida. The bout saw Almeida score takedowns, but he limited his activity while in top control. The bout went the distance, and two of the three judges scored it for Volkov.
Jon Jones trolls Tom Aspinall after UFC 321, responds to challenge from Alex Pereira
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
Jon Jones couldn’t resist trolling Tom Aspinall following the disappointing outcome in today’s UFC 321 main event. Aspinall (15-3 MMA) squared off with Ciryl Gane (13-2 MMA) in the headliner of today’s pay-per-view event in Abu Dhabi, with the promotion‘s coveted undisputed heavyweight title up for grabs.
Ciryl Gane weighs in on No Contest ruling against Tom Aspinall at UFC 321: "I know how it is"
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
Ciryl Gane was very happy with how things were going before an accidental eye poke ended his title bout with Tom Aspinall at UFC 321. Gane (13-2 MMA) and Aspinall (15-3 MMA) collided in the headliner of today’s pay-per-view event in Abu Dhabi with the promotion’s undisputed heavyweight title up for grabs.
Dana White reacts to Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane ending in a No Contest at UFC 321: “He looked damn good tonight”
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
Dana White shared his immediate reaction to today’s Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane result during the UFC 321 post-fight press conference. Aspinall (15-3 MMA) and Gane (13-2 MMA) squared off for the promotion‘s undisputed heavyweight title this afternoon in Abu Dhabi. It was a highly anticipated contest, but unfortunately for fight fans and everyone involved, the bout ended in disaster.
Alex Pereira reacts to Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane ending in a No Contest at UFC 321
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
UFC light heavyweight kingpin Alex Pereira was not overly sympathetic following today’s No Contest between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane at UFC 321. Aspinall (15-3 MMA) and Gane (13-2 MMA) collided for the promotion’s undisputed heavyweight title in the headliner of today’s pay-per-view event in Abu Dhabi. Unfortunately for fight fans, and really all involved, today’s heavyweight title fight ended in disaster.
Tom Aspinall sounds off on fans following UFC 321: "What the F**k! Why are you booing?"
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
Tom Aspinall was clearly overcome with emotions following his no-contest with Ciryl Gane in today’s UFC 321 main event. Aspinall (15-3 MMA) was looking to record the first defense of his recently claimed undisputed heavyweight title this afternoon in Abu Dhabi. The Brit had of course been promoted to undisputed champion earlier this summer, this after former champ Jon Jones announced his retirement from the sport back in June.
Pros react after Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane ends in a no-contest at UFC 321: "I'm STILL champion!"
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
Today’s UFC 321 event in Abu Dhabi was headlined by a heavyweight title fight featuring Tom Aspinall taking on Ciryl Gane. Aspinall (15-3 MMA) was of course promoted to undisputed heavyweight champion earlier this summer, this after Jon Jones announced his retirement from the sport. Tom had most previously competed back in July of 2024, where he needed just one minute to defeat Curtis Blaydes and successfully defend the promotion‘s interim title.
UFC 321 Results: Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane ends in a no-contest (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 25, 2025
Today’s UFC 321 event in Abu Dhabi is headlined by a heavyweight title fight between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane. Aspinall (15-3 MMA) was of course promoted to undisputed heavyweight champion back in June of this year, this after Jon Jones announced his retirement from the sport. Tom had most previously competed back in July of 2024, where he needed just one minute to defeat Curtis Blaydes and successfully defend the promotion‘s interim title.
Justin Gaethje's teammate addresses rumors of Ilia Topuria title bout
Dylan Bowker - October 24, 2025
Some rumors have bounced around about Justin Gaethje potentially getting a crack at Ilia Topuria’s UFC lightweight title earlier next year, and a teammate of Gaethje’s has weighed in on those rumblings. The contestant in question is Archie Colgan, who recently kept building upon his undefeated pro MMA record earlier this month. ‘King’ Colgan secured a victory over Jay Jay Wilson at PFL Dubai on October 3rd and addressed several subjects on Bowks Talking Bouts after the big win.
Lerone Murphy hints at next opponent as he 'watches tape' amid Alexander Volkanovski fight uncertainty
Curtis Calhoun - October 24, 2025
UFC featherweight contender Lerone Murphy might be moving on from the next featherweight title shot against Alexander Volkanovski. As 2025 rapidly approaches a close, the UFC featherweight division remains in uncertain territory with multiple top contenders making cases for a shot at Alexander Volkanovski. Volkanovski reclaimed the featherweight title by defeating Diego Lopes at UFC 314 earlier this year to kick off his second title reign.
Justin Gaethje responds to Paddy Pimblett's recent Ilia Topuria callouts as he makes his case for White House title shot
Curtis Calhoun - October 24, 2025
UFC star Justin Gaethje shared a pointed message in response to Paddy Pimblett’s recent claims surrounding an offer on the table to fight Ilia Topuria. Justin Gaethje remains insistent that he’s the most deserving challenger for UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria’s first title defense in 2026. Gaethje, who hasn’t fought since a win over Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313, has repeatedly drawn a line in the sand surrounding his Octagon return.