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'Cheap'...Mike Malott reveals tense exchange backstage with Kevin Holland after UFC Vancouver controversy
Curtis Calhoun - October 20, 2025
Things between UFC welterweights Kevin Holland and Mike Malott nearly escalated backstage after their fight at UFC Vancouver. The UFC Vancouver co-main event bout between surging welterweights Kevin Holland and Mike Malott didn’t disappoint last Saturday. The fight was a barnburner from start-to-finish, with Malott getting the unanimous decision nod over the UFC fan favorite Holland.
Tom Aspinall's father doesn't see how Ciryl Gane can defeat his son at UFC 321
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 20, 2025
Tom Aspinall’s father and coach isn’t sold on Ciryl Gane being able to find success at UFC 321. Aspinall will be defending the UFC Heavyweight Championship against Gane in the main event of UFC 321 on Saturday. The two will collide inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. It’ll be Aspinall’s first fight as the undisputed titleholder, as he held interim gold before Jon Jones retired.
UFC champion Ilia Topuria can be tested with one key strategy, says renowned coach
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 20, 2025
UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria has looked dominant inside the Octagon, but can one strategy halt “El Matador’s” momentum? Many are wondering what’s next for Topuria after he knocked out Charles Oliveira in the first round of their title fight back in June to capture the 155-pound gold. Topuria has already secured championships in two different weight classes, and he’s done so with his boxing.
Max Holloway shuts down UFC featherweight's callout: 'We're not taking it serious'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 20, 2025
Max Holloway doesn’t like the idea of facing one UFC featherweight who is known for their exciting fighting style. Holloway is the BMF Champion and many have been wondering if he’s on a collision course to meet former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira. The two have shown interest in the bout. They actually shared the Octagon back in 2015, but it ended in the first round due to an injury to Oliveira.
Paul Felder pays emotional tribute to Duke Roufus following his death
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2025
Former UFC fighter Paul Felder has paid tribute to Duke Roufus following the legendary MMA coach’s death. Last week, the mixed martial arts world was stunned to learn that Duke Roufus, the former kickboxer and iconic MMA coach, had passed away at the age of just 55. He died in his sleep, and many figures from both in and outside of the Roufusport family were quick to post tributes to him across all social media platforms.
Joe Rogan calls for huge Alex Pereira vs Jon Jones fight to happen at UFC White House
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2025
Joe Rogan is interested in seeing Alex Pereira and Jon Jones square off at next summer’s UFC White House event. Following his win over Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320, Alex Pereira has made it crystal clear that he wants to fight Jon Jones at the White House next summer. He’s insisted that he wants to move up to heavyweight, and while he now once again holds the belt at 205 pounds, it doesn’t appear as if that’s going to put him off chasing this Jones bout.
Manon Fiorot wants quick turnaround following big win at UFC Vancouver
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2025
UFC flyweight Manon Fiorot has said that she wants a quick turnaround following her win over Jasmine Jasudavicius at UFC Vancouver. Last weekend, Manon Fiorot got back on track with a decisive win over Jasmine Jasudavicius. With the victory, she has vaulted herself right back into consideration for a future title shot in the wake of her disappointing defeat at the hands of Valentina Shevchenko.
Jake Peacock on farm life outside Calgary: "I wouldn't change it"
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 20, 2025
London bred Jake Peacock as a city boy through and through. The British-Canadian striker never imagined trading urban energy for rural rhythms until meeting his wife transformed everything, pulling him toward open fields and animal chores an hour south of Calgary. Peacock faces Suakim Sor Jor Tongprajin in bantamweight Muay Thai at ONE 173 on Sunday, November 16, at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 32-year-old Road to ONE: Canada winner brings his cowboy persona to life both inside the ring and on the acreage where chickens, goats, and daily farm duties keep him grounded between fights.
UFC Vancouver fighter calls robbery following third straight loss
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025
One fighter who competed on the UFC Vancouver card believes he was snubbed. One of the key bouts at UFC Vancouver was a bantamweight tilt between Marlon “Chito” Vera and Aiemann Zahabi. Vera and Zahabi had a competitive three-round affair. Zahabi won the fight via split decision.
Petr Yan labeled 'cringey' for injury claims about first Merab Dvalishvili fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025
Petr Yan’s injury claims have drawn the ire of Merab Dvalishvili’s coach. Yan is set to challenge Dvalishvili for the UFC Bantamweight Championship on Dec. 6. The title fight will headline UFC 323 in Las Vegas. This will be a rematch, as “The Machine” defeated “No Mercy” back in 2021.
Alex Pereira's UFC 320 KO win over Magomed Ankalaev didn't surprise former foe
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025
An ex-foe of Alex Pereira isn’t surprised that “Poatan” regained the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship by knocking Magomed Ankalaev out. Pereira had lost the 205-pound gold to Ankalaev back in March. He got his revenge in the main event of UFC 320. “Poatan” stopped Ankalaev quickly in the opening frame.
Mike Malott responds to low blow controversy in UFC Vancouver win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025
Mike Malott won his UFC Vancouver fight against Kevin Holland, but there was some controversy. Malott nailed Holland with two low blows, but referee Dan Miragliotta decided against deducting a point. It was clear that “The Trailblazer” was impacted by the fouls, but he decided to keep fighting until the final horn. Malott was awarded the unanimous decision win.
Kevin Holland offers explicit response to brutal low blows in UFC Vancouver loss
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025
Kevin Holland has reacted after being on the receiving end of low blows during his UFC Vancouver defeat. Holland shared the Octagon with Mike Malott in the UFC Vancouver co-headliner this past Saturday. During the first round, Holland was nailed by two inadvertent low blows in the opening frame, and many MMA fans questioned referee Dan Miragliotta for not taking a point from Malott.
Sean O'Malley shares hilarious reaction to callout from UFC Vancouver winner
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025
Sean O’Malley was watching the UFC Vancouver broadcast when he received an unexpected callout. UFC Vancouver took place this past Saturday, and the event featured a bantamweight clash between Aiemann Zahabi and Marlon “Chito” Vera. It was a highly competitive fight and ultimately, Zahabi earned a split decision victory. After the fight, Zahabi called for a matchup with the “Suga” show.
UFC Vancouver Bonus Report: Charles Jourdain one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025
The Octagon returned to Canada for tonight’s UFC Vancouver event, and four fighters wound up taking home performance bonuses. The event was headlined by a high stake’s middleweight matchup featuring Reinier de Ridder taking on Brendan Allen. The bout proved to be a coming out party for the betting underdog in Allen. After enduring a brutal opening round, which saw De Ridder smother him and throw out multiple submission attempts, ‘All In’ proceeded to come back with a vengeance in round two. The American was able to take top position after scoring a sweep and proceeded to batter ‘RDR’ with some heavy ground and pound. That trend continued in both rounds three and four and left de Ridder barely able to make it back to his stool after 20 minutes of action. After seeing their fighter’s condition, the corner of ‘RDR’ opted to throw in the towel and let their man see another day.
Pros react after Brendan Allen stops Reinier de Ridder at UFC Vancouver
Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025
Tonight’s UFC Vancouver event was headlined by a key middleweight matchup between Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen. De Ridder (21-3 MMA) had entered the contest sporting a five-fight winning streak, with his four most previous victories coming inside of the Octagon. In his last appearance, ‘RDR’ had earned a split decision win over former division champion Robert Whittaker.
UFC Vancouver Results: Brendan Allen TKO's Reinier de Ridder (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025
Pros react after Mike Malott defeats Kevin Holland at UFC Vancouver
Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025
Tonight’s UFC Vancouver event was co-headlined by a highly anticipated welterweight matchup between Kevin Holland and Mike Malott. Holland (28-15 MMA) was competing for the fifth time this calendar year by making the walk to the Octagon this evening. ‘Trailblazer’ had most previously competed back at July’s UFC 318 event, where he suffered a decision loss to Daniel Rodriguez. Prior to that setback, Holland was of course coming off a submission victory over Vicente Luque.
UFC Vancouver Results: Mike Malott defeats Kevin Holland (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vancouver results, including the welterweight co-main event between Kevin Holland and Mike Malott. Holland (28-15 MMA) will be competing for the fifth time this calendar year when he makes the walk to the Octagon this evening. ‘Trailblazer’ most previously competed at July’s UFC 318 event, where he suffered a decision loss to Daniel Rodriguez. Prior to that setback, Holland was coming off a submission victory over Vicente Luque.