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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.
Justin Gaethje agrees with Max Holloway's UFC 300 pitch with Mark Coleman, says he's better than 'f*cking loser' Jorge Masvidal being involved
Josh Evanoff - April 8, 2024
Justin Gaethje loves the idea of Mark Coleman being involved in his fight at UFC 300 with Max Holloway. ‘The Highlight’ is currently set to face ‘Blessed’ at the milestone event this Saturday night. The bout will be a rare lightweight appearance for Max Holloway, who is riding a two-fight winning streak. The Hawaiian will attempt to take Justin Gaethje’s ‘BMF’ title that he won last July against Dustin Poirier.
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.
Israel Adesanya claps back at Dricus Du Plessis over home soil claim: “Shut the f**k up”
Harry Kettle - April 8, 2024
UFC sensation Israel Adesanya has hit back at Dricus du Plessis’ claim that he is too scared to fight him in Africa. As many fans know, reports are slowly coming out regarding a title showdown between Israel Adesanya and Dricus du Plessis. The two men have been feuding for quite some time now, but have yet to actually compete against one another in the Octagon.
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.
UFC champion Jon Jones refutes reports that he has been arrested: "It's disappointing to have to clarify these things again"
Chris Taylor - April 7, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has taken to social media to refute reports that he has been arrested. It was early Saturday morning when Albuquerque-based publication ABQ Raw reported that Jones had been accused of threatening the life of a drug tester at his home in Albuquerque. The publication stated that Jones was “extremely intoxicated” and threatened to kill the tester, even stealing the tester’s cell phone. According to the report, after leaving the residence, the tester met with local police in northeast Albuquerque to report ‘Bones’.
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.
UFC Vegas 90 Bonus Report: Ignacio Bahamondes one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - April 6, 2024
The Octagon returned to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 90 event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Brendan Allen vs. Chris Curtis 2. The highly anticipated middleweight main event rematch resulted in a thrilling five-round affair. Brendan Allen got off to a strong start in the opening five minutes, but Chris Curtis came back strong in round two. After two more rounds of very competitive action, most fans and fighters had the bout scored 2 rounds a piece headed into the fifth and final frame. In the final moments of the final round, ‘All In’ was able to hurt the leg of ‘The Action Man’ during a takedown and proceeded to close out the fight on top.
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.
UFC Vegas 90 Results: Damon Jackson defeats Alexander Hernandez (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - April 6, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 90 results, including the co-main event between Alexander Hernandez and Damon Jackson. Hernandez (14-7 MMA) will enter tonight’s contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a unanimous decision loss to Bill Algeo in his previous Octagon appearance this past October. Prior to that setback, the 31-year-old was coming off a win over UFC veteran Jim Miller.