MMA News
Max Holloway excited to bring the "violence" against Justin Gaethje at UFC 300: "I look forward to it"
Cole Shelton - April 5, 2024
Max Holloway knows his fight against Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 will be violent for however long it lasts. Holloway is moving up to lightweight to face Gaethje for the BMF title in a highly-anticipated and fan-friendly fight. It’s a fight many fans are looking forward to and the Hawaiian promises it will be a violent scrap and will live up to the expectations.
Michael Chandler shares his five favorite MMA fighters
Susan Cox - April 5, 2024
Michael Chandler has shared who his five favorite fighters were as he was coming up in the MMA scene. Chandler (23-8 MMA) last fought and was defeated by Dustin Poirier (30-8 MMA) in November of 2022 at UFC 281.
Cody Garbrandt responds to Deiveson Figueiredo's 'mentally fragile' comments: "He gave up on himself!"
Curtis Calhoun - April 5, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt has responded to some of Deiveson Figueiredo’s pre-UFC 300 jabs. Garbrandt and Figueiredo will kick off the UFC 300 prelims on April 13 in Las Vegas. Both bantamweights are looking to assert themselves in the crowded 135-pound title picture.
Joe Rogan dismisses age will be a factor in Mike Tyson's boxing return against Jake Paul: "You don't lose that much ability!"
Curtis Calhoun - April 5, 2024
Joe Rogan doesn’t understand why people are so quick to dismiss Mike Tyson’s chances ahead of his boxing return against Jake Paul. The 57-year-old Tyson will make his return to the boxing ring against Paul in an exhibition on July 20. He returns to the ring almost four years since his fight against fellow boxing legend, Roy Jones Jr., in a fight that went to a split draw.
UFC Vegas 90: ‘Allen vs. Curtis 2’ Weigh-in Results - 4 Fighters Miss Weight
Susan Cox - April 5, 2024
UFC Vegas 90 takes place tomorrow, Saturday, April 6th at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. Weigh-ins took place today, Friday, April 5th.
Dana White teases Conor McGregor's UFC return: "Coming soon"
Josh Evanoff - April 5, 2024
It seems that UFC President Dana White and Conor McGregor are finally on the same page. ‘The Notorious’ hasn’t competed since a first-round stoppage loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. As fans likely remember, Conor McGregor snapped his leg in that defeat. As a result, he was forced to the sidelines for well over two years. McGregor even filmed the remake of Road House with Jake Gyllenhaal in the meantime.
Logan Paul tries to persuade WWE's Triple H into allowing UFC crossover fight: "Send me!"
Josh Evanoff - April 5, 2024
WWE superstar and boxer Logan Paul is ready to head into the world of the UFC. ‘The Maverick’ hasn’t competed since his victory over Dillon Danis in the boxing ring last year. In October, Logan Paul largely dominated the former Bellator fighter through six rounds of action. With seconds remaining, ‘El Jefe’ attempted to takedown and guillotine the YouTuber, failing at both and resulting in a massive brawl.
Kayla Harrison understands Raquel Pennington trying to avoid a fight with her: "I'd be scared s*itless"
Josh Evanoff - April 5, 2024
Kayla Harrison isn’t surprised that UFC women’s bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington doesn’t want to fight her. The former two-time PFL tournament winner is set to make her UFC debut later this month. At the company’s milestone 300th pay-per-view event, Kayla Harrison will face former women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm. ‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ enters the bout off a no-contest with Mayra Bueno Silva last summer.
Damon Jackson responds to Alexander Hernandez missing weight at UFC Vegas 90: "Even more reason to bitch slap him"
Cole Shelton - April 5, 2024
Damon Jackson doesn’t care that Alexander Hernandez missed weight at UFC Vegas 90 as he says the fight will go on. Jackson is set to take on Hernandez in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 90 in an important fight for both guys to try and return to the win column. However, on Friday morning, Hernandez weighed 150lbs, four pounds over the 146lbs limit for the featherweight division.
Aljamain Sterling names the four Bellator fighters he would love to see in the UFC
Harry Kettle - April 5, 2024
Aljamain Sterling and Din Thomas have given their thoughts on some Bellator fighters they’d like to see compete in the UFC. For many years now, Bellator has been home to some incredible talent in mixed martial arts. Of course, the biggest promotion in town has always been the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Laura Sanko praises Max Holloway for having the highness “level of swag” she has ever seen in a UFC fight
Harry Kettle - April 5, 2024
MMA commentator Laura Sanko has praised the swagger of Max Holloway ahead of his return to the cage at UFC 300. For the longest time now, Max Holloway has been a massive fan favorite in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He has a fun style, he’s a former champion, and he’s always had a great personality. At UFC 300, he’ll battle Justin Gaethje for the BMF title in a bout that some have suggested should be the main event.
Kayla Harrison opens up on tough decision to fight at bantamweight in the UFC: “It doesn’t get much harder than this”
Harry Kettle - April 5, 2024
UFC newcomer Kayla Harrison has opened up on her decision to compete at bantamweight in the promotion. For the longest time now, Kayla Harrison has been a real attraction in women’s mixed martial arts. However, up to this point, she’s spent most of her career in PFL.
Rich Franklin to appear at USA Muaythai Grand Nationals
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 5, 2024
The American martial arts community will witness a momentous occasion when Rich Franklin makes an appearance at the 2024 USA Muaythai Grand Nationals Tournament. The four-day competition goes down at the Hockessin PAL Center in Delaware from Thursday, April 4, to Sunday, April 7.
Chael Sonnen pokes at 'Pet Idiot' Jorge Masvidal in creative haiku
Curtis Calhoun - April 4, 2024
The latest chapter in the ongoing beef between Chael Sonnen and former UFC star Jorge Masvidal featured creative writing. Sonnen and Masvidal have been on each other’s nerves for months. Things have quickly turned hostile between the two sides, leading to Sonnen needing extra security while working as an analyst at UFC 299 in Miami.
Daniel Cormier reveals gift that former UFC foe Anthony 'Rumble' Johnson left him shortly before he tragically passed away
Curtis Calhoun - April 4, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier and two-time light heavyweight title foe Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson had a special friendship. Cormier and Johnson had two intense battles inside the Octagon during their careers. Outside of it, their respect for each other was palpable, and they developed a strong relationship.
Brendan Allen eyes rematch with Sean Strickland with a win over Chris Curtis at UFC Vegas 90
Cole Shelton - April 4, 2024
Brendan Allen is hoping to avenge another one of his losses should he beat Chris Curtis at UFC Vegas 90. Allen is set to headline UFC Vegas 90 on Saturday when he takes on Curtis, who took the fight on short notice, this after Marvin Vettori was forced to withdraw from the bout due to an injury. Although Allen is fighting down in the rankings, it’s a chance for him to avenge a loss as he suffered a second-round TKO loss to Curtis back in 2021.
Chael Sonnen defends Ronda Rousey against critics of 'Greatest fighter' remarks: "It's a cautionary tale"
Curtis Calhoun - April 4, 2024
Chael Sonnen defended UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey against fan criticism over naming herself as the greatest MMA fighter of all time. Rousey retired from MMA after a loss to Amanda Nunes at UFC 207. After a 12-fight unbeaten streak during her professional career, she finished her UFC tenure with losses to Holly Holm and Nunes.
Michael Chandler predicts how targeted Conor McGregor fight ends
Curtis Calhoun - April 4, 2024
Michael Chandler plans for a quick night in the Octagon if his expected fight with Conor McGregor becomes a reality. Chandler is expected to face McGregor later this year. McGregor, who hasn’t fought since suffering a leg injury at UFC 264, is ramping up his fight camp for a UFC comeback.