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Michael Chandler breaks his silence after UFC 303 press conference is canceled: "Walk on"
Josh Evanoff - June 3, 2024
Michael Chandler is keeping things cryptic after the UFC 303 press conference was canceled earlier today. ‘Iron’ is currently slated to meet Conor McGregor later this month in Las Vegas. The bout has been one that’s been long in the making for Michael Chandler. The former Bellator lightweight champion first called to meet ‘The Notorious’ after a knockout win over Tony Ferguson in May 2022. Over two years later, the fight is set to happen.
Alex Pereira reveals Jiri Prochazka rematch is likely next for UFC return: "I would like to fight in August"
Josh Evanoff - June 3, 2024
It seems that Jiri Prochazka will likely be next for UFC light-heavyweight champion Alex Pereira. ‘Poatan’ has been out of the octagon since fighting in the main event of UFC 300 in April. There, Alex Pereira met former champion Jamahal Hill. ‘Sweet Dreams’ famously vacated the gold due to injury last year but was determined to win it back. Instead, he was handed a brutal first-round knockout defeat courtesy of the Brazilian.
Eddie Alvarez: Dustin Poirier showed how to solve the "Dagestani puzzle" at UFC 302
Curtis Calhoun - June 3, 2024
Former UFC lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez feels Dustin Poirier might’ve cracked the code to defeating Islam Makhachev. Makhachev defeated Poirier by fifth-round submission in the UFC 302 main event on Saturday in Newark. While it was an impressive finish by the pound-for-pound king, Poirier put on a better showing than most expected against the dominant titleholder.
Kamaru Usman becomes the latest to welcome "Fantastic fight" against Dustin Poirier after UFC 302
Curtis Calhoun - June 3, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is open to a potential clash with Dustin Poirier if Poirier decides not to retire just yet. Poirier fell short against UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 on Saturday in Newark. His third lineal UFC title shot didn’t result in a gold belt, but it was an impressive showing from the star fighter nevertheless.
Conor McGregor explains why Dublin press conference was canceled ahead of UFC 303
Cole Shelton - June 3, 2024
Conor McGregor has taken to social media to reveal why the Dublin press conference between him and Michael Chandler ahead of UFC 303 is off. McGregor and Chandler were scheduled to come face-to-face in Dublin on Monday for a press conference to build some hype for their upcoming fight on June 29. However, on Monday morning, the UFC announced the press conference was postponed, with no reason given.
Alexander Volkanovski reveals interest in Dustin Poirier superfight
Harry Kettle - June 3, 2024
UFC star Alexander Volkanovski has revealed that he’d be interested in a possible showdown with Dustin Poirier. This past weekend, Dustin Poirier failed in his attempt to capture the UFC lightweight championship. Alas, while he may not have won the fight, he put forward an absolutely incredible effort against Islam Makhachev. The two battled it out over five hard rounds but in the end, it was Makhachev who was able to secure a submission win and successfully retain his belt.
Belal Muhammad confirms that he isn't interested in fighting Islam Makhachev
Harry Kettle - June 3, 2024
UFC welterweight title contender Belal Muhammad has confirmed that he isn’t interested in fighting Islam Makhachev. At UFC 304, Belal Muhammad will challenge Leon Edwards for the UFC welterweight championship. It’s a fight he’s been after for a long time now, but up to this point, it hasn’t quite come to fruition. Alas, after the unbeaten run that Belal has put together, it’s impossible for the promotion to deny him this opportunity.
UFC star Israel Adesanya claims he's "dialed in" as he gets back to training
Harry Kettle - June 3, 2024
UFC star Israel Adesanya has claimed that he’s dialed in as fans continue to await confirmation of his return to the cage. As we all know, Israel Adesanya is the former king of the middleweight division. He enjoyed some incredible moments during his time as champion but now, he’s the hunter once again. We haven’t seen him compete since UFC 293, where he lost the middleweight championship to Sean Strickland via unanimous decision.
Alyse Anderson vs. Victoria Souza added to ONE 168 in September
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 3, 2024
ONE Championship has added an exciting women’s atomweight MMA duel to its highly anticipated U.S. return. At ONE 168: Denver on September 6, Alyse Anderson collides with Victoria Souza. This three-round showdown takes place live in U.S. primetime from the state-of-the-art Ball Arena.
Suablack battles Kiamran Nabati at ONE Friday Fights 68 in June
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 2, 2024
ONE Friday Fights 68’s bout lineup has been bolstered with an explosive all-striking matchup, pitting Suablack Tor Pran49 against Kiamran Nabati. This bantamweight Muay Thai clash promises to warm up fans at the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 28, for the headlining acts.
UFC CEO Dana White reveals wheels in motion for next BMF title fight: "We're working on it right now"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 2, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has revealed the UFC is at work on what to do with the BMF title next. Fight fans won’t soon forget the incredible finish to the BMF Championship fight between Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje. Holloway was challenging Gaethje for the hardware and he turned in the best performance of his pro MMA career. “Blessed” slept “The Highlight” with just one second to spare in the fight to cap off a dazzling showing at UFC 300 back in April.
Dana White says Dustin Poirier's future is his choice following crushing UFC 302 loss: "He can stay here as long as he wants to"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 2, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White says what Dustin Poirier decides to do next will be his choice. Poirier had what could’ve been his final crack at undisputed UFC gold this past Saturday night. “The Diamond” challenged Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title in the main event of UFC 302. Fans inside the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey were firmly behind Poirier, who had his moments in the fight. He would ultimately succumb to a D’Arce choke in the final round.
Jon Jones reacts to Dana White’s comments about pound for pound rankings following UFC 302: "Facts are facts"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 2, 2024
The pound-for-pound debate has been sparked yet again, and Jon Jones has weighed in. UFC 302 is in the books and with it came the third successful UFC Lightweight Championship defense for Islam Makhachev. A D’Arce choke in the fifth and final round sealed it for the 155-pound titleholder in his matchup with Dustin Poirier. It wasn’t an easy ride for Makhachev, who got dinged up in the title fight, but he continues to show just how elite he is.
Jon Jones gives his thoughts on Dagestani fighters after Islam Makhachev's UFC 302 triumph
Harry Kettle - June 2, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has given his honest thoughts on Dagestani fighters following Islam Makhachev’s win at UFC 302. In the main event of UFC 302, Islam Makhachev submitted Dustin Poirier to retain the UFC lightweight championship. It was a pretty incredible fight between two men who put it all on the line. However, despite his big win, UFC president Dana White made it crystal clear that he doesn’t believe Makhachev is the #1 pound for pound fighter in the promotion.
Michael Chandler looks slick in latest training footage ahead of UFC 303
Harry Kettle - June 2, 2024
UFC star Michael Chandler looks pretty slick in his latest training footage as the countdown to UFC 303 continues. Later this month at UFC 303, Michael Chandler will take on Conor McGregor as part of International Fight Week in Las Vegas. It will serve as Conor’s long-awaited return to the Octagon after three years away. Of course, nobody really knows what to expect from the Irishman at this point in his career.
Dustin Poirier and Islam Makhachev reunite backstage after war at UFC 302
Harry Kettle - June 2, 2024
UFC stars Dustin Poirier and Islam Makhachev posed for a great picture backstage following their war at UFC 302. Last night at UFC 302, Dustin Poirier and Islam Makhachev really did go to war. The two battled it out in what proved to be an absolutely fascinating encounter in the main event of the evening. Ultimately, though, it was Makhachev who managed to get the job done submitting Poirier in the fifth round to retain the UFC lightweight championship.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shares a moment with Donald Trump at UFC 302
Harry Kettle - June 2, 2024
UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov shared a moment with Donald Trump at UFC 302 last night. In the main event of UFC 302, Islam Makhachev defeated Dustin Poirier. He submitted him in the fifth and final round to retain his UFC lightweight championship. Of course, Islam’s achievement was incredible, but it was made even better by the fact that Khabib Nurmagomedov was there in his corner.
Dana White sounds off on the “insane” judge who scored the UFC 302 co-main event in favor of Paulo Costa
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 2, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White believes judge Dave Tirelli has no business judging UFC fights. Tirelli was at the center of controversy for his judging during the UFC 302 card this past Saturday. Two fights put Tirelli under the microscope. First, there was his scorecard for the preliminary bout between Andre Lima and Mitch Raposo. While judges Adrian Castro and Eric Colon both saw the fight 30-27 in favor of Lima, Tirelli somehow scored the bout 29-28 in favor of Raposo.