MMA News
Former boxing world champion Savannah Marshall to make PFL debut in June
Josh Evanoff - April 2, 2024
Former women’s boxing champion Savannah Marshall will make her PFL debut on June 8th. ‘The Silent Assassin’ is currently one of the bigger names in women’s boxing. A former Olympian, Savannah Marshall has found massive success in the professional ranks. She earned her first world title in October 2020 and kept on winning. Eventually, she set the stage for a rematch of sorts with Claressa Shields.
Mark Coleman confirms plans to attend UFC 300 after Max Holloway's request: "The UFC is bringing me in"
Josh Evanoff - April 2, 2024
Mark Coleman is officially heading to UFC 300, one day after Max Holloway requested him to be there. ‘Blessed’ is currently slated to meet Justin Gaethje in one of the key fights on the milestone card. The bout will be a rare lightweight appearance for Max Holloway, and he could earn the ceremonial ‘BMF’ title with the win. For those who can remember, there’s typically a special guest of honor, who hands out that title.
Mike Tyson pushes back on fan concern ahead of Jake Paul fight: "I'm 58 and what?"
Josh Evanoff - April 2, 2024
Mike Tyson is a few months out from his 58th birthday, but he’s still ready to return to boxing for Jake Paul. ‘Iron Mike’ stunned fans last month, by signing a deal to face ‘The Problem Child’ in the boxing ring. The fight will be broadcast on Netflix, and go down in front of 80,000 fans at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. As of now, it remains unclear if the fight will be an exhibition. However, sources have claimed that Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is being targeted as a professional bout.
Max Holloway reveals his favorite Justin Gaethje fight ahead of UFC 300 BMF clash
Curtis Calhoun - April 2, 2024
Former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway is a fan of Justin Gaethje’s UFC career like many fight fans around the world. For Holloway, one under-discussed moment in Gaethje’s promotional tenure stands out the most.
Bo Nickal continues to take aim at Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs: “Don’t act friendly to me when I see you”
Susan Cox - April 2, 2024
Bo Nickal is continuing to take aim at Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs. It was during the recent NCAA Wrestling Championships that Nickal and Burroughs had a fiery exchange.
Max Holloway sounds off on his critics ahead of UFC 300: “I’m sick and tired of everybody telling me what I gotta think”
Susan Cox - April 2, 2024
Max Holloway has sounded off on his critics ahead of his UFC 300 matchup with Justin Gaethje. The historic UFC 300 will take place on Saturday, April 13th at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Jon Jones training partner refutes the notion that ‘Bones’ should fight Tom Aspinall over Stipe Miocic: “Him beating Tom, what are people gonna say?”
Susan Cox - April 2, 2024
Jon Jones training partner is refuting the notion that ‘Bones’ should fight Tom Aspinall over Stipe Miocic. Jones (27-1 MM) was scheduled to fight Stipe Miocic (20-4 MMA) in a title bout last November at UFC 295, but the fight was cancelled due to ‘Bones’ tearing a pectoral tendon in training camp.
Maycee Barber responds to callout from former UFC champion Rose Namajunas: “I'd be fighting backwards"
Harry Kettle - April 2, 2024
Maycee Barber has responded to being called out by former UFC champion Rose Namajunas. For a long time now, Maycee Barber has been seen as a real prospect in the women’s flyweight division. As we look ahead to the future, it certainly feels as if she’s closing in on a title shot.
Cris Cyborg believes Holly Holm’s speed will be too much for Kayla Harrison at UFC 300: “Kayla spent a lot of camp worried about taking muscle off”
Harry Kettle - April 2, 2024
Cris Cyborg feels like Holly Holm’s speed will prove to be too much for Kayla Harrison when they collide at UFC 300. Next weekend, Kayla Harrison will make her long-awaited UFC debut. She’ll take on former champion Holly Holm, someone that Cris Cyborg knows very well. In addition to fighting her in the past, she’s currently training wih Holm ahead of this contest.
John McCarthy explains how the commission “did the right thing” by giving Chris Weidman a technical decision win at UFC Atlantic City
Harry Kettle - April 2, 2024
Former MMA referee John McCarthy has explained why he believes the commission did the right thing by changing Chris Weidman’s victory to a technical decision. Last weekend, Chris Weidman defeated Bruno Silva. It was initially ruled as a stoppage win for Chris, however, it was eventually changed to a technical decision. In the immediate aftermath, there was a lot of controversy surrounding reported eye pokes that were committed by Weidman.
Max Holloway wants “real life BMF” Mark Coleman to present title at UFC 300
Harry Kettle - April 2, 2024
UFC star Max Holloway wants Mark Coleman to present the BMF title to the winner of his fight against Justin Gaethje. At UFC 300, Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje will compete for the aforementioned BMF championship. In recent weeks, however, you could argue that Mark Coleman has been talked about more so than either of those guys.
Duke Didier plans to "try things out" against wrestling ace Ben Tynan at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 2, 2024
For Duke Didier, his upcoming bout against Ben Tynan presents an intriguing challenge. Both men lock horns in a heavyweight MMA showdown at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event airs live from the historic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, this Friday, April 5.
Suablack promises to finish Vladimir Kuzmin at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 1, 2024
Suablack Tor Pran49 is poised to make his mark on the global stage once again. The Thai phenom returns to action in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash against Vladimir Kuzmin at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This event airs live in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, April 5.
ONE Fight Night 21: Where to watch in North America
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 1, 2024
April is shaping up to be a month of high-octane action as ONE Championship delivers another stacked card to the U.S. primetime audience. ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video this Friday, April 5, takes center stage. It airs live from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The event boasts nine thrilling bouts, including two highly anticipated World Title matches on the marquee.
Joaquin Buckley feels like Vicente Luque "quit" at UFC Atlantic City: "He didn’t want to be in there"
Cole Shelton - April 1, 2024
Joaquin Buckley believes Vicente Luque quit at UFC Atlantic City. Buckley stepped up on short notice to face Luque in the co-main event of UFC Atlantic City. The first round was competitive, but in the second round, Luque pulled guard and Buckley landed heavy ground-and-pound shots to get the TKO win.
Chael Sonnen presents two jaw-dropping theories behind Sean Strickland's delayed UFC return
Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks Sean Strickland’s ongoing UFC hiatus might be a small part of the UFC’s big plans for his next fight. Strickland remains sidelined after losing the UFC middleweight title to Dricus du Plessis at UFC 297. Amidst his ongoing absence, Strickland has expressed frustration with the UFC’s hesitancy to book him an immediate rematch with the South African.
James Krause emerges after UFC fight-fixing scandal to reveal that he's $5 million in debt
Josh Evanoff - April 1, 2024
Former UFC fighter and coach James Krause has emerged to reveal massive money trouble, but he plans to use it to his advantage. ‘The James Krause’ famously fought in the UFC from 2013 to 2020. Along the way, he earned some big victories and defeated the likes of Warlley Alves, Claudio Silva, Sam Stout, and more. However, Krause eventually retired, to focus on coaching the likes of Brandon Moreno and Megan Anderson at Glory MMA.
Joe Rogan previews "f*cking wild" Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker fight: "This is a big one"
Josh Evanoff - April 1, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes that Robert Whittaker is the biggest test of Khamzat Chimaev’s fighting career. Earlier this month, ‘Borz’ was announced as the main event for UFC Saudi Arabia on June 22nd. There, Khamzat Chimaev will meet former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker, in the first five-round bout of his career. For his part, ‘The Reaper’ is coming off a unanimous decision victory over Paulo Costa in February.