MMA News
Jonathan Di Bella believes win over Pranjanchai will thrust him into spotlight
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 3, 2024
Jonathan Di Bella is aware of the litmus test that awaits him at ONE Friday Fights 58 on April 5. The Italian-Canadian sensation stakes his ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Title against divisional Muay Thai king Prajanchai PK Saenchai in the co-headliner of this Asian primetime event.
Michael Bisping believes Khamzat Chimaev could be in for a “disastrous night” at UFC Saudi Arabia if he can’t finish Robert Whittaker early
Harry Kettle - April 3, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Khamzat Chimaev could be in for a bad night when he takes on Robert Whittaker. It was recently announced that at UFC Saudi Arabia, Khamzat Chimaev will go head to head with Robert Whittaker. If he wins, he’ll almost certainly earn a crack at the UFC middleweight championship at some point in the future.
Max Holloway ready to prove the "naysayers" wrong at UFC 300 against Justin Gaethje: "One for the history books"
Cole Shelton - April 2, 2024
Max Holloway is eager to silence a lot of doubters against Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. Holloway is set to take on Gaethje for the BMF belt at UFC 300 next weekend in Las Vegas. It’s a highly anticipated bout, and heading into the fight, Gaethje is the betting favorite, as many seem to think the size and power of ‘The Highlight’ will be too much for ‘Blessed’.
Alex Morono excited to continue "legends tour" by facing Court McGee at UFC Vegas 90: "I'm going to go throw some heat"
Cole Shelton - April 2, 2024
Alex Morono is eager for the opportunity to face another veteran in Court McGee at UFC Vegas 90 on Saturday. Morono is set for his 20th UFC fight on Saturday as he will take on McGee who is someone he’s eager to compete against. Morono has fought the likes of Anthony Pettis, Donald Cerrone, and Tim Means among others, so he’s excited to add another OG name to his resume.
Chris Weidman's head coach welcomes a Bruno Silva rematch after UFC Atlantic City controversy
Curtis Calhoun - April 2, 2024
Chris Weidman’s longtime coach feels an immediate rematch with Bruno Silva is a realistic option after their controversial UFC Atlantic City fight. Weidman’s first UFC win in nearly four years didn’t come without controversy last Saturday. After two decisive rounds in Weidman’s favor, the former middleweight titleholder poked Silva in the eye in Round 3 before finishing the fight with ground-and-pound.
UFC Vegas 91 gets new main event as Manel Kape forced to withdraw from Matheus Nicolau rematch
Cole Shelton - April 2, 2024
UFC Vegas 91 which takes place on April 27 has taken a hit as the card has a new main event. The main event of the card was originally supposed to be a rematch between Manel Kape and Matheus Nicolau. However, on Tuesday, the UFC revealed on social media that Kape is out of the fight and Alex Perez has stepped up on short notice to face Nicolau. It’s currently unclear why Kape is out of the fight, but the UFC quickly found a replacement.
Joe Rogan shocked watching Demetrious Johnson submit 250-pound competitor at BJJ tournament: "He's the best ever"
Josh Evanoff - April 2, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan believes that Demetrious Johnson might be the greatest of all time. Since his UFC exit in late 2018, ‘Mighty Mouse’ has just been having a lot of fun. Demetrious Johnson has largely dominated over in ONE Championship, save for a loss to Adriano Moraes that he later avenged. The flyweight champion is running a very popular and successful YouTube channel and is now getting into grappling tournaments.
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.
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.
Deiveson Figueiredo vows to knockout “mentally fragile” Cody Garbrandt at UFC 300
Susan Cox - April 2, 2024
Deiveson Figueiredo is vowing to knockout ‘mentally fragile’ Cody Garbrandt at UFC 300. UFC 300 takes place on Saturday, April 13th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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.
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.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 160 with Alex Morono, Damon Jackson, and Christos Giagos
Cole Shelton - April 2, 2024
The 160th episode of Just Scrap Radio with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Vegas 90 on Saturday. We’re first joined by UFC welterweight Alex Morono (1:05). Next, UFC featherweight Damon Jackson (21:38). Closing out the program is UFC lightweight Christos Giagos (33:00).
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.
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.