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Video | New backstage footage from UFC 293 shows Israel Adesanya vowing to get revenge on Sean Strickland: “I promise”
Harry Kettle - June 10, 2024
New footage has been released showing Israel Adesanya reacting to his UFC 293 defeat against Sean Strickland. As we know, Israel Adesanya lost his UFC middleweight championship back at UFC 293. He went head to head with Sean Strickland who, against the odds, defeated him pretty handily. We haven’t seen ‘Stylebender’ since then, but the expectation is that he’ll fight for the belt upon his return.
After MMA debut win, Kade Ruotolo promises return to all-encompassing sport: “I had so much fun”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 10, 2024
Following his triumphant MMA debut at ONE 167 on Prime Video, Kade Ruotolo is contemplating his next steps in the sport. The current ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Champion seamlessly transitioned in front of a sold-out crowd at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 7.
Three stars take home $50,000 performance bonuses at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 9, 2024
Three athletes stood out with their performances at ONE 167 on Prime Video on Friday, June 7, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena, and that earned them some extra cash. ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong awarded $50,000 bonuses to Mikey Musumeci, Kade Ruotolo, and Adrian Lee.
Danny Kingad accepts Reece McLaren’s callout: “I’m ready anytime”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 9, 2024
Danny Kingad has made it abundantly clear he has no qualms about running it back with Reece McLaren. The possibility of a rematch between #3-ranked flyweight Kingad and #4-ranked McLaren resurfaced after the latter’s recent victory over Hu Yong at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video in May.
Raul Rosas Jr. squashes beef with Ricky Turcios following UFC Louisville win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 9, 2024
Raul Rosas Jr. and Ricky Turcios have squashed their beef following UFC Louisville. Rosas and Turcios shared the Octagon on the main card during the Fight Night event. Going into the fight, Turcios had some heated words for Rosas during their faceoff. The issues stem from a canceled February bout, which was due to Rosas falling ill just before he was set to walk out.
Quinton Jackson makes prediction for Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: "Within two rounds ... he's going to f***ing knock him out"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 9, 2024
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson is backing Mike Tyson to defeat Jake Paul. Tyson vs. Paul was originally scheduled for July 20th, but “Iron” Mike had a health scare on a recent flight. As a result, the bout has been pushed back to November 15th.
Nassourdine Imavov agrees with referee Jason Herzog stoppage in Jared Cannonier fight at UFC Louisville
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 9, 2024
Nassourdine Imavov believes referee Jason Herzog made the right call to stop his fight with Jared Cannonier. Imavov and Cannonier went one-on-one in the main event of UFC Louisville. Things took a controversial turn in the fourth round when Imavov had Cannonier hurt. Imamov was pressuring forward, but Cannonier fought back and tried to get a hold of his opponent.
Dana White admits Howie Mandel podcast exit was staged, explains why he decided to come clean: "I can't do this"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 9, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White admits his abrupt exit on the Howie Mandel Podcast was staged. White has surfaced on several podcasts, but his appearance on Mandel’s certainly was not the norm. Just seconds into the show, Dana said he was tired of doing podcasts and he walked off.
Sean O’Malley still a fan of Conor McGregor despite "stupid" remarks online: "It just didn't make sense"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 9, 2024
Sean O’Malley believes Conor McGregor feels he messed up when he insulted him online. McGregor took aim at boxer Ryan Garcia being popped for ostarine, and he also went after O’Malley for being flagged for that same substance in 2019. Many were surprised that McGregor went after O’Malley given the two have exchanged pleasantries in the past.
UFC Louisville Bonus Report: Raul Rosas Jr. one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
The Octagon returned to Kentucky for tonight’s UFC Louisville event, a 14-bout fight card headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Nassourdine Imavov. The highly anticipated middleweight main event resulted in a controversial fourth-round stoppage win for Nassourdine Imavov. The fight itself started with a strong opening round for Jared Cannonier, who seemingly landed his strikes at will in the opening five minutes. However, rounds two and three proved to be closely contested frames and heading into the fourth round it was anyone’s guess who was actually up on the judges’ scorecards. Then, in round four, Imavov was able to rock ‘The Killa Gorilla’ with a right hook and began to unload another combination. That prompted the referee to step in and call the fight off. Cannonier was not happy with the stoppage and according to his peers was justified in being upset.
Pros react after Nassourdine Imavov stops Jared Cannonier at UFC Louisville: "Stoppage was whack!"
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Louisville event was headlined by a middleweight bout featuring Jared Cannonier taking on Nassourdine Imavov. Cannonier (17-7 MMA) had entered the bout sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after earning decision victories over Sean Strickland and Marvin Vettori in his most previous efforts. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ was looking to return to title contention with a win this evening.
UFC Louisville Results: Nassourdine Imavov TKO's Jared Cannonier (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Louisville results, including the middleweight main event between Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov. Cannonier (17-6 MMA) will enter the bout sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring decision victories over Sean Strickland and Marvin Vettori in his most recent efforts. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ will be looking to reenter title contention with a win this evening.
UFC Louisville Results: Dominick Reyes KO's Dustin Jacoby (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Louisville results, including the co-main event between Dustin Jacoby and Dominick Reyes. Jacoby (19-8-1 MMA) will be looking to get back into the win column after his most recent loss to Alonzo Menifield (15-4 MMA) last December at UFC 296. ‘The Hanyak’ has gone 2-3 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.
UFC Louisville Results: Raul Rosas Jr. stops Ricky Turcios in Round 2 (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Louisville results, including the bantamweight bout between Raul Rosas Jr. and Ricky Turcios. Rosas Jr. (9-1 MMA) was last seen in action this past September, where he earned a first-round TKO victory over Terrence Mitchell. ‘El Nino Problema’ has gone 2-1 since joining the UFC ranks, with his lone career loss coming to Christian Rodriguez by way of decision.
UFC Louisville: ‘Cannonier vs. Imavov’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - June 8, 2024
The Octagon returns to Kentucky for tonight’s UFC Louisville event, a 14-bout fight card headlined by Jared Cannonier vs. Nassourdine Imavov. Cannonier (17-6 MMA) will enter the bout sporting a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring decision victories over Sean Strickland and Marvin Vettori in his most recent efforts. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ will be looking to reenter title contention with a win this evening.
Sean O’Malley praises Sean Strickland for his win over Paulo Costa at UFC 302: “His style is so sweet”
Susan Cox - June 7, 2024
Sean O’Malley is praising Sean Strickland for his win over Paulo Costa at UFC 302. It was just last weekend, on Saturday June 1st at UFC 302 that saw Sean Strickland (29-6 MMA) defeat Paulo Costa (14-4 MMA) by split decision in the co-main middleweight bout.
Sean Strickland confirms plans to wait for the next title shot following endorsement from Jon Anik: “I’ll be waiting”
Susan Cox - June 7, 2024
Sean Strickland has confirmed he plans to wait for the next title shot following an endorsement from Jon Anik. Strickland (29-6 MMA) lost his middleweight title to Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA) this past January at UFC 297. ‘Tarzan’ went on to fight and defeat Paulo Costa (14-4 MMA) by split-decision just last weekend, June 1st, at UFC 302.
John Castaneda vows to submit Daniel Marcos at UFC Louisville: "Peru doesn't have good wrestling"
Cole Shelton - June 7, 2024
John Castaneda was hoping to return much sooner but he’s glad he’s getting a good opponent at UFC Louisville. Castaneda last fought in November when he defeated Kyung Ho Kang by decision at UFC 295. After that, Castaneda says he did get a fight offer in March but decided to turn it down, as he didn’t think it made sense for him.