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Paige VanZant & Elle Brooke show mutual interest in rematch, '12 Gauge' feels split draw was "nuts"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 26, 2024
Paige VanZant doesn’t believe the judges made the right decision at the end of her showdown with Elle Brooke. VanZant and Brooke went toe-to-toe inside NRG Arena in Houston, Texas this past Saturday. The boxing match delivered quite the surprise in the opening frame when Brooke dropped VanZant. Paige recovered and had her moments against Brooke, but it wasn’t enough to secure the victory when the score totals were read. This one was ruled a split draw, but “12 Gauge” feels she should’ve had her hand raised.
Jailton Almeida cautions UFC 304's Tom Aspinall to avoid same mistake he made against Curtis Blaydes
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 26, 2024
Jailton Almeida has advised Tom Aspinall to exercise patience against Curtis Blaydes. Almeida knows what it’s like to share the Octagon with Blaydes. The two met back in March on the featured preliminary bout of the UFC 299 card. While Almeida had success with his takedowns in round one, things quickly changed in the second stanza. Almeida went for a takedown with Blaydes’ back near the fence. As Almeida shot in to grapple, he was hit with a short uppercut. Blaydes then rained down hammerfists for the stoppage.
Kamaru Usman flirts with UFC light heavyweight move after faceoff with Jan Blachowicz: "I could do it"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 26, 2024
Kamaru Usman thinks he can hang in the UFC’s light heavyweight division against the likes of Jan Blachowicz. Usman tried his hand in the middleweight division on short notice against Khamzat Chimaev back in October 2023. It was a competitive fight, but “The Nigerian Nightmare” fell short via majority decision. It was still an impressive performance given how late of a notice Usman received for the fight. With a full camp the former UFC Welterweight Champion feels he could make some noise at light heavyweight.
Islam Makhachev will decide where Dustin Poirier fight goes at UFC 302, says coach Javier Mendez
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 26, 2024
American Kickboxing Academy head coach Javier Mendez believes that Islam Makhachev will dictate where his fight with Dustin Poirier goes. Makhachev is scheduled to put the UFC Lightweight Championship on the line against “The Diamond” in the main event of UFC 302 on June 1st. The action is being held inside the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Makhachev is in search of a third successful title defense, while Poirier looks to capture undisputed UFC gold for the first time in his career, and this could be his last chance.
Daniel Cormier doesn't like Dustin Poirier talking about post-UFC 302 retirement
Harry Kettle - May 26, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has admitted he doesn’t like Dustin Poirier discussing his possible retirement following UFC 302. Next weekend, Dustin Poirier will attempt to finally reach the top of the mountain. He will go head to head with Islam Makhachev, with his hope being that he claims the UFC lightweight championship. He’s challenged for the undisputed belt twice before, but has only ever gotten his hands on the interim strap.
Ronda Rousey explains heartbreak after losing UFC title to Holly Holm
Harry Kettle - May 26, 2024
UFC legend Ronda Rousey has explained the heartbreak she experienced after losing her bantamweight title to Holly Holm. As we all know, Ronda Rousey is one of the biggest names in the history of women’s mixed martial arts – and perhaps the sport as a whole. She did some incredible things during her time on top, dominating for the majority of her time in the Octagon.
Sitthichai determined to get back to winning ways at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 25, 2024
For Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong, the desire to once again feel the sweet taste of victory courses through his veins. He looks to satiate this urge in his next assignment, which takes place at ONE 167 on Prime Video. There, he goes up against Masaaki Noiri in a featherweight kickboxing bout.
Dricus du Plessis explains why fighters need to "thank" Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - May 25, 2024
UFC champion Dricus du Plessis has explained why fighters need to thank Conor McGregor for what he’s done for the sport. Next month, Conor McGregor will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. It’s been three years since we last saw him compete, when he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier. Now, fans around the world will tune in to watch one of the most famous athletes on the planet do his thing.
Sean Strickland's coach reveals biggest focus for Paulo Costa clash: 'He's a menace...'
Curtis Calhoun - May 24, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland’s head coach thinks Paulo Costa presents one unique problem for them to consider at UFC 302. Strickland and Costa will square off in a five-round middleweight co-headliner at UFC 302 on June 1. The winner could potentially earn themselves a middleweight title shot, or at worst, a No. 1 contender fight.
Joaquin Buckley makes bold claim for fantasy matchup with Georges St-Pierre: 'I'd knockout the GOAT'
Curtis Calhoun - May 24, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley thinks he’d sleep the legendary Georges St-Pierre inside the Octagon. Buckley has been on a roll in the welterweight division since making the full-time return to 170 pounds. He has won four fights in a row, including a recent unanimous decision victory over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC St. Louis earlier this month.
Tom Aspinall reveals he tried to get UFC 304 start times changed in recent meeting with UFC brass
Curtis Calhoun - May 24, 2024
Interim UFC heavyweight titleholder Tom Aspinall tried to get the UFC 304 start times switched to benefit the UK fans and fighters. But, it didn’t pan out as he had hoped.
Ian Machado Garry makes big promise after UFC 303 announcement: 'About to snake charm a snake charmer'
Curtis Calhoun - May 24, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry plans to out-perform Michael ‘Venom’ Page at his own game at UFC 303. Garry and Page will clash at UFC 303 on June 29 in Las Vegas. The welterweight bout between two of the UK’s biggest names will lead to the massive pay-per-view main event between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler.
Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen III confirmed as an exhibition boxing match
Josh Evanoff - May 24, 2024
The boxing match between UFC legends Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen won’t be a professional one. Earlier this week, fans were shocked to hear that ‘The Spider’ and ‘The American Gangster’ would be having one last dance. Chael Sonnen hasn’t competed since a knockout loss to Lyoto Machida in the Bellator cage in 2019. Meanwhile, Anderson Silva has been out of action since a unanimous decision defeat to Jake Paul in late 2022.
Dana White makes two huge announcements for UFC 303, including Ian Machado Garry vs Michael Page
Cole Shelton - May 24, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has made two huge announcements for UFC 303 on June 29. In the main event of UFC 303, Conor McGregor is set to make his highly-anticipated return against Michael Chandler. It’s a fight that has been talked about for over a year and the bout will finally happen.
Official: Tawanchai vs. Nattawut II promoted to ONE 167 main event
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 24, 2024
The ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Title rematch between Tawanchai PK Saenchai and “Smokin’” Jo Nattawut just grabbed the headline spot for ONE 167 on Prime Video. This announcement comes in the wake of the unfortunate news surrounding Stamp Fairtex. She injured herself and had to withdraw from the main event.
Dricus du Plessis wants Israel Adesanya and Khamzat Chimaev fights before chasing UFC champ-champ status
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 24, 2024
UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis feels there is more work to be done at 185 pounds before he can consider vying for champ-champ status. The resume has been growing for du Plessis with wins over Sean Strickland and Robert Whittaker. The victory against Strickland earned du Plessis UFC gold for the first time in his pro MMA career. While those are two big names to get past and winning a UFC title is a grand achievement, du Plessis feels the work isn’t done at 185 pounds.
Paige VanZant attempts to clarify the “not a fighter” comments she made about Ben Askren: “Sorry if I hurt his feelings”
Harry Kettle - May 24, 2024
Paige VanZant has attempted to clarify her recent remarks regarding former ONE and UFC fighter Ben Askren. One thing we know to be true about Paige VanZant is that she can make headlines. From her UFC career to BKFC and beyond, she has an ability to draw the attention of the masses.
Manel Kape promises a “masterclass” in UFC 304 fight with Muhammad Mokaev: “I’m going to take his arm off”
Harry Kettle - May 24, 2024
UFC flyweight Manel Kape has promised a masterclass when he takes on Muhammad Mokaev at UFC 304. In recent years, there has been a resurgence of the flyweight division. A parade of top fighters have started to break through and now, there’s an argument to be made that it’s one of the most exciting divisions in the entire promotion.