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Daniel Cormier names the one fighter with the most to gain at UFC 300
Curtis Calhoun - April 8, 2024
Joe Rogan perplexed why people keep underestimating “dangerous” Jamahal Hill
Susan Cox - April 8, 2024
Joe Rogan is perplexed as to why people keep underestimating ‘dangerous’ Jamahal Hill. UFC 300 takes place this coming weekend, on Saturday, April 13th, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
What's next for Brendan Allen and Chris Curtis after UFC Vegas 90?
Cole Shelton - April 8, 2024
In the main event of UFC Vegas 90, a rematch of top-15 middleweights went down as Brendan Allen took on Chris Curtis. Allen entered the fight on a six-fight winning streak as his last loss was back in 2021 when he suffered a knockout loss to Curtis. Curtis, meanwhile, was coming off a split-decision win over Marc-Andre Barriault in January to return to the win column.
UFC hopeful Paul Hughes rips apart 'S****bag' Paddy Pimblett, pitches fight ahead of possible free agency signing
Curtis Calhoun - April 8, 2024
Former interim Cage Warriors featherweight champion Paul Hughes not only has his eyes on a UFC signing, but a showdown with Paddy Pimblett. Hughes is a free agent and a top featherweight prospect after an accomplished run in Cage Warriors. He’s won five fights in a row, including against up-and-coming UFC featherweight Morgan Charriere.
Glover Teixeira reacts to Israel Adesanya advising Jamahal Hill ahead of Alex Pereira UFC 300 showdown
Curtis Calhoun - April 8, 2024
Glover Teixeira has reacted to Alex Pereira’s former rival, Israel Adesanya, working with Jamahal Hill ahead of UFC 300. Hill and Pereira will headline UFC 300 this Saturday in Las Vegas. Pereira will make his first light heavyweight title defense against Hill, who returns after vacating the belt in 2023.
Chris Curtis explains decision to walk out to Diddy for UFC Vegas 90 main event: "I'm petty and a smart ass"
Josh Evanoff - April 8, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Chris Curtis wasn’t really expecting to walk out to Diddy on Saturday. Over the weekend, ‘The Action Man’ returned to the cage in the main event of UFC Vegas 90. There, Chris Curtis faced the rising Brendan Allen, who entered the bout riding a six-fight winning streak. ‘All In’ was originally scheduled to face Marvin Vettori at the event, but the Italian withdrew. As a result, Curtis stepped up for his first five-rounder.
Michael Chandler and Dustin Poirier rekindle beef in social media spat: 'Remember when I whipped your a**?'
Curtis Calhoun - April 8, 2024
UFC lightweight contenders Michael Chandler and Dustin Poirier may never be on good terms almost three full years after their Octagon battle. Chandler and Poirier are both awaiting their next UFC assignments for later in 2024. Poirier got back in the win column by defeating Benoît Saint-Denis at UFC 299.
Official commentary team and broadcast plans set for UFC 300
Susan Cox - April 8, 2024
The official commentary team and broadcast plans are set for Saturday’s historic UFC 300 event. UFC 300 takes place this coming weekend, on Saturday April 13th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas Nevada.
Alex Pereira claims he was never offered Tom Aspinall or Israel Adesanya for UFC 300
Susan Cox - April 8, 2024
Alex Pereira is claiming that he was never offered to fight Tom Aspinall or Israel Adesanya for UFC 300. ‘Poatan’ will be making an appearance at the historic UFC 300 on Saturday, April 13th at the T-Mobile Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Alex Pereira believes Jiri Prochazka has “superior” striking compared to Jamahal Hill
Harry Kettle - April 8, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira believes that Jiri Prochazka has superior striking in comparison to Jamahal Hill. In order to win the light heavyweight title, Alex Pereira had to overcome Jiri Prochazka. He did so in incredible fashion, finishing the former champ in order to claim the gold. Now, at UFC 300, Pereira will defend the championship against none other than Jamahal Hill.
Charles Oliveira vows that Alex Pereira will get “revenge for all Brazilians” at UFC 300
Harry Kettle - April 8, 2024
Charles Oliveira believes that Alex Pereira will get revenge for all Brazilians when he competes against Jamahal Hill at UFC 300. In the main event of UFC 300, Alex Pereira will square off with Jamahal Hill. He will defend the UFC light heavyweight championship, which is a belt that Hill has held in the past.
Justin Gaethje rules out potential quick turnaround to fight Islam Makhachev at UFC 302: “We’ll see if Oliveira sh*ts the bed again”
Harry Kettle - April 8, 2024
Justin Gaethje has ruled out the idea of a quick turnaround to battle Islam Makhachev if he can get past Max Holloway. For the longest time now, Justin Gaethje has been recognized as one of the best fighters in the UFC. He’s incredibly entertaining, he has a list of highlight reel finishes, and he doesn’t know when to quit. At UFC 300, he will defend his BMF title for the first time when he takes on Max Holloway.
Ben Tynan, Ruotolo Twins Bag $50,000 bonuses at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 8, 2024
Three athletes left the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, with some bonuses thanks to their spectacular performances at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video last Friday, April 5. ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong awarded $50,000 performance bonuses to twin brothers Tye and Kade Ruotolo and Ben Tynan.
Sean Strickland defends Chris Curtis following controversial decision loss to Brendan Allen at UFC Vegas 90: “He was so out of shape.. and still won”
Curtis Calhoun - April 7, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland came to the defense of his teammate Chris Curtis after UFC Vegas 90. Curtis’ short-notice gamble against Brendan Allen fell short of victory at UFC Vegas 90 on Saturday. In a ‘Fight of the Year’ contender, Curtis and Allen traded blows throughout five rounds, leading to razor-thin margins on the judges’ scorecards.
UFC fighters react to Night 1 of WWE WrestleMania 40: "The Rock looked good"
Curtis Calhoun - April 7, 2024
WWE WrestleMania 40 drew the attention of many top UFC fighters and personalities this weekend after a star-studded opening night. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson made a triumphant return to the ring by defeating Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins in a tag team match. Johnson was partnered with Roman Reigns.
Latest update in Jon Jones assault investigation in Albuquerque
Curtis Calhoun - April 7, 2024
Albuquerque police are investigating UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones after assault allegations from an anti-doping test worker. During a March 30 sample collection at Jones’ residence, the heavyweight titleholder and a female tester got into a heated altercation. Jones allegedly threatened to kill the worker and briefly stole her phone during the incident.
Marvin Vettori slams Brendan Allen for calling for a title shot after "dog sh*t" performance at UFC Vegas 90
Chris Taylor - April 6, 2024
Marvin Vettori was not impressed that Brendan Allen called for a title shot following his win in tonight’s UFC Vegas 90 main event. Vettori (19-7-1 MMA) was of course originally slated to face Allen (24-5 MMA) in tonight’s UFC headliner but was forced to withdraw from the contest less than a month out due to an injury.
Pros react after Brendan Allen defeats Chris Curtis at UFC Vegas 90
Chris Taylor - April 6, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 90 event was headlined by a middleweight rematch between Brendan Allen and Chris Curtis. Allen (24-5 MMA) entered tonight’s headliner sporting a six-fight winning streak, his most previous being a submission victory over Paul Craig this past November. The last time ‘All In’ had tasted defeat was in December of 2021, when he was TKO’d by the aforementioned ‘Action Man’ at UFC Vegas 44.
UFC Vegas 90 Results: Brendan Allen defeats Chris Curtis (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - April 6, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 90 results, including the main event rematch between Brendan Allen and Chris Curtis. Allen (23-5 MMA) will enter tonight’s headliner sporting a six-fight winning streak, his most recent being a submission victory over Paul Craig this past November. ‘All In’ has not tasted defeat since December of 2021, when he was TKO’d by ‘The Action Man’ at UFC Vegas 44.