MMA News
Opening odds released for potential Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar boxing match
Harry Kettle - May 10, 2024
As per BetOnline.ag, hypothetical betting odds have been released for a possible boxing showdown between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, there’s a good chance you’ve seen the feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar as of late. The two music icons have been going back and forth at one another in a range of ways, capturing the imagination of the general public in the process.
Jon Jones says ‘intern’ heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall is “just as selfish” by waiting for undisputed title fight
Harry Kettle - May 10, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has called Tom Aspinall selfish for waiting to fight the winner of Jon’s potential bout with Stipe Miocic. As we know, Jon Jones is working his way back to full fitness ahead of his return to the Octagon. The expectation is that he’ll take on Stipe Miocic, in a contest that we’ve been waiting to see for quite some time now.
Luke Lessei goes head-to-head with Bampara Kouyate at ONE Fight Night 23
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 10, 2024
Luke Lessei aims to keep his momentum going in ONE Championship. “The Chef” reports for duty again at ONE Fight Night 23 on Prime Video. There, he locks horns with Bampara Kouyate in a featherweight Muay Thai showdown.
Terrance McKinney expects Esteban Ribovics to "crumble" to his "power" at UFC St. Louis: "Show there are levels"
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2024
Terrance McKinney is excited to fight in front of fans again, as he takes on Esteban Ribovics at UFC St. Louis on Saturday. McKinney is coming off a 20-second knockout win back in October and was hoping to make a quick turnaround after the result. Unfortunately, it took seven months for ‘T-Wrecks’ to get his night fight booked, but he’s ready to bring the heat again this weekend in Missouri.
UFC 1 fighter Art Jimmerson passes away at age 60
Susan Cox - May 9, 2024
UFC 1 fighter and longtime boxer Art Jimmerson has passed away at the age of 60. Jimmerson (0-1 MMA) is well known for kicking off UFC 1 opposite jiu-jitsu phenom Royce Gracie (15-2 MMA) in November of 1993 and became the first person in UFC history to lose by submission after tapping out to the Brazilian at 2:18 of Round 1. It was to be a very short career in the UFC.
Cory Sandhagen on watching Max Holloway knockout his training partner Justin Gaethje: “It took my breath away in kind of a negative way”
Susan Cox - May 9, 2024
Cory Sandhagen has shared his thoughts on watching Max Holloway knockout his training partner Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. It was on April 13th, at UFC 300 that Justin Gaethje (25-5 MMA) took on Max Holloway (25-7 MMA) in a lightweight bout with the BMF belt on the line. The result was a KO victory for ‘Blessed’ with one second left in the fifth and final round.
Sean O’Malley claims he makes three times as much from social media compared to fighting: “I paid more in taxes than I made last year in my fight”
Susan Cox - May 9, 2024
Sean O’Malley is claiming that he makes three times as much money from social media compared to fighting. The current UFC bantamweight champion, O’Malley (18-1 MMA), last fought and defeated Marlon Vera (23-9 MMA) in his first title defense this past March at UFC 299.
Surging UFC heavyweight contender Robelis Despaigne expects to be fighting for the title in 2025
Susan Cox - May 9, 2024
Surging UFC heavyweight contender Robelis Despaigne expects to be fighting for the title in 2025. It will be Robelis Despaigne (5-0 MMA) vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta (11-1 MMA) in a heavyweight bout this coming Saturday, May 11th at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri.
Daniel Cormier praises Sean O'Malley's callout of Conor McGregor: "Keep your name on that same playing field!"
Josh Evanoff - May 9, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier loved to see Sean O’Malley call for a fight with Conor McGregor. In case you missed it, a rivalry between ‘Sugar’ and ‘The Notorious’ has begun brewing. Earlier this month, Ryan Garcia failed a drug test stemming from his boxing match with Devin Haney. That positive test resulted in a rant from Conor McGregor, who slammed the boxer. The Irishman also aimed at Sean O’Malley in the rant, who previously failed a drug test for the same substance Garcia did.
Stipe Miocic unapologetic about waiting out for Jon Jones title shot: "I don't care"
Josh Evanoff - May 9, 2024
Stipe Miocic has had no problem waiting to fight UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones. The former two-time heavyweight champion hasn’t competed since a rematch against Francis Ngannou in March 2021. That night saw Stipe Miocic badly knocked out by ‘The Predator’, avenging his prior loss to the champion. Over three years removed from that defeat, the former titleholder is preparing for a return to the octagon.
Derrick Lewis reveals he fought Jailton Almeida with two torn shoulders: "I just didn’t have any strength"
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2024
Derrick Lewis revealed he entered his last fight against Jailton Almedia with a serious injury. Lewis stepped up to headline UFC Sao Paulo against Almeida and he lost a lackluster decision. Almedia was able to take him down at will as he scored six takedowns and controlled the fight for over 21 minutes on the ground.
Akbar Abdullaev showcased underrated wrestling at ONE Fight Night 22: "I can do everything"
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 9, 2024
At ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video last Friday, May 3, Akbar Abdullaev demonstrated why he’s far from being a one-trick pony. Known initially for his striking prowess and knockout power, he surprised many with his exceptional grappling skills.
Jan Blachowicz calls for rematch with UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira: “He knocked out everybody… not me”
Harry Kettle - May 9, 2024
Jan Blachowicz has called for a rematch against UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira upon his return from injury. Back in July 2023, Jan Blachowicz went head to head with Alex Pereira. After what proved to be a really tight and tense affair, it was Pereira who managed to edge out a decision victory. From there, he proceeded to become a two-weight world champion by claiming the belt at 205 pounds.
Stamp anticipates Denice Zamboanga’s best version at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 9, 2024
Amid the hype and anticipation of Stamp Fairtex’s upcoming duel with Denice Zamboanga, the Thai megastar carries a sense of respect and acknowledgment for her rival. Stamp puts her ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Title on the line against the Filipina challenger in the main event of ONE 167 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event takes place at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Sean O’Malley and Aljamain Sterling reignite rivalry ahead of Merab Dvalishvili title fight: “Keep bragging about a handicapped fight”
Harry Kettle - May 9, 2024
Sean O’Malley and Aljamain Sterling have reignited their war of words as the former prepares to battle Merab Dvalishvili. As we all know, Sean O’Malley is the king of the bantamweight division. He was able to earn that title by defeating Aljamain Sterling, in what served as one of the biggest moments in the history of the promotion.
Thiago Moises details “awkward” encounter with drug tester at his home: “My dog came into the bathroom”
Harry Kettle - May 9, 2024
UFC fighter Thiago Moises has detailed an awkward encounter with a drug tester in his home recently. As we all know, drug testing in mixed martial arts has been a hot topic for as long as the sport has been around. In the UFC, that’s particularly true, especially since the departure of USADA.
Chase Hooper expecting an "exciting fight" against Viacheslav Borshchev in grappler vs. striker matchup at UFC St. Louis
Cole Shelton - May 8, 2024
Chase Hooper knows he will have to get Viacheslav Borshchev to the ground if he is going to get his hand raised at UFC St. Louis. Hooper is set for his third fight at lightweight as he’s 2-0 and coming off a submission win over Jordan Leavitt back in November. After the win, he was hoping to get a quick turnaround, but that didn’t happen.
Derrick Lewis vows to do something "special" at UFC St. Louis against Rodrigo Nascimento: "This is my prime"
Cole Shelton - May 8, 2024
Derrick Lewis believes he’s just entering the prime of his career as he headlines UFC St. Louis on Saturday night against Rodrigo Nascimento. Lewis is coming off a lackluster decision loss to Jailton Almeida back in November. Although Lewis is 39 and 1-4 in his last five fights, ‘The Black Beast’ believes he’s just entering his prime.