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Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 20, 2025

Max Holloway doesn’t like the idea of facing one UFC featherweight who is known for their exciting fighting style. Holloway is the BMF Champion and many have been wondering if he’s on a collision course to meet former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira. The two have shown interest in the bout. They actually shared the Octagon back in 2015, but it ended in the first round due to an injury to Oliveira.

Harry Kettle - October 20, 2025

Reinier de Ridder’s coach Harun Ozkan has released a statement following his student’s defeat at UFC Vancouver. Last Saturday night, Reinier de Ridder fell to a pretty surprising defeat at the hands of Brendan Allen. The bout took place on short notice with Allen filling in for Anthony Hernandez, and while RDR was the favorite to pick up the win, it was Allen who forced his opponent to quit on the stool towards the end of the fight.

Harry Kettle - October 20, 2025

Former UFC fighter Paul Felder has paid tribute to Duke Roufus following the legendary MMA coach’s death. Last week, the mixed martial arts world was stunned to learn that Duke Roufus, the former kickboxer and iconic MMA coach, had passed away at the age of just 55. He died in his sleep, and many figures from both in and outside of the Roufusport family were quick to post tributes to him across all social media platforms.

Harry Kettle - October 20, 2025

Joe Rogan is interested in seeing Alex Pereira and Jon Jones square off at next summer’s UFC White House event. Following his win over Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320, Alex Pereira has made it crystal clear that he wants to fight Jon Jones at the White House next summer. He’s insisted that he wants to move up to heavyweight, and while he now once again holds the belt at 205 pounds, it doesn’t appear as if that’s going to put him off chasing this Jones bout.

BJPENN.COM Staff - October 20, 2025

London bred Jake Peacock as a city boy through and through. The British-Canadian striker never imagined trading urban energy for rural rhythms until meeting his wife transformed everything, pulling him toward open fields and animal chores an hour south of Calgary. Peacock faces Suakim Sor Jor Tongprajin in bantamweight Muay Thai at ONE 173 on Sunday, November 16, at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 32-year-old Road to ONE: Canada winner brings his cowboy persona to life both inside the ring and on the acreage where chickens, goats, and daily farm duties keep him grounded between fights.

BJPENN.COM Staff - October 19, 2025

Heavyweight debuts carry enormous pressure. Shamil Erdogan sees opportunity rather than risk against a dangerous Japanese knockout artist fighting before his home crowd. Erdogan faces Ryugo Takeuchi in a heavyweight MMA bout at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on Sunday, November 16, inside Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 35-year-old Turkish powerhouse makes his divisional debut riding a four-fight winning streak after dominating at middleweight.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025

One fighter who competed on the UFC Vancouver card believes he was snubbed. One of the key bouts at UFC Vancouver was a bantamweight tilt between Marlon “Chito” Vera and Aiemann Zahabi. Vera and Zahabi had a competitive three-round affair. Zahabi won the fight via split decision.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025

Petr Yan’s injury claims have drawn the ire of Merab Dvalishvili’s coach. Yan is set to challenge Dvalishvili for the UFC Bantamweight Championship on Dec. 6. The title fight will headline UFC 323 in Las Vegas. This will be a rematch, as “The Machine” defeated “No Mercy” back in 2021.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025

Mike Malott won his UFC Vancouver fight against Kevin Holland, but there was some controversy. Malott nailed Holland with two low blows, but referee Dan Miragliotta decided against deducting a point. It was clear that “The Trailblazer” was impacted by the fouls, but he decided to keep fighting until the final horn. Malott was awarded the unanimous decision win.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025

Brendan Allen isn’t surprised that his UFC Vancouver victory over Reinier de Ridder ended how it did. Allen stepped up on short notice when de Ridder needed a new opponent. Anthony Hernandez was scheduled to meet “RDR” inside Rogers Arena this past Saturday, but he was removed from the bout due to an injury. “All In” made the most of his opportunity, forcing de Ridder’s corner to end the bout before the start of the fifth round.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025

Kevin Holland has reacted after being on the receiving end of low blows during his UFC Vancouver defeat. Holland shared the Octagon with Mike Malott in the UFC Vancouver co-headliner this past Saturday. During the first round, Holland was nailed by two inadvertent low blows in the opening frame, and many MMA fans questioned referee Dan Miragliotta for not taking a point from Malott.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 19, 2025

Sean O’Malley was watching the UFC Vancouver broadcast when he received an unexpected callout. UFC Vancouver took place this past Saturday, and the event featured a bantamweight clash between Aiemann Zahabi and Marlon “Chito” Vera. It was a highly competitive fight and ultimately, Zahabi earned a split decision victory. After the fight, Zahabi called for a matchup with the “Suga” show.

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025

Tonight’s UFC Vancouver event was headlined by a key middleweight matchup between Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen. De Ridder (21-3 MMA) had entered the contest sporting a five-fight winning streak, with his four most previous victories coming inside of the Octagon. In his last appearance, ‘RDR’ had earned a split decision win over former division champion Robert Whittaker.

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025

We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vancouver results, including the middleweight main event between Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen. De Ridder (21-2 MMA) will enter the contest sporting a five-fight winning streak, with his four most recent victories coming inside of the Octagon. In his most previous appearance, ‘RDR’ scored a split decision win over former division champion Robert Whittaker.

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025

Tonight’s UFC Vancouver event was co-headlined by a highly anticipated welterweight matchup between Kevin Holland and Mike Malott. Holland (28-15 MMA) was competing for the fifth time this calendar year by making the walk to the Octagon this evening. ‘Trailblazer’ had most previously competed back at July’s UFC 318 event, where he suffered a decision loss to Daniel Rodriguez. Prior to that setback, Holland was of course coming off a submission victory over Vicente Luque.

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025

We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vancouver results, including the welterweight co-main event between Kevin Holland and Mike Malott. Holland (28-15 MMA) will be competing for the fifth time this calendar year when he makes the walk to the Octagon this evening. ‘Trailblazer’ most previously competed at July’s UFC 318 event, where he suffered a decision loss to Daniel Rodriguez. Prior to that setback, Holland was coming off a submission victory over Vicente Luque.

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025

Tonight’s UFC Vancouver main card lineup features a key women’s flyweight bout between Manon Fiorot and Jasmine Jasudavicius. Fiorot (13-2 MMA) will be competing for the first time since challenging Valentina Shevchenko for the promotion’s flyweight title at May’s UFC 315 event in Montreal. ‘The Beast’ ultimately lost that bout by decision, but prior to that setback was on a twelve-fight winning streak.

Chris Taylor - October 18, 2025

The Octagon returns to Canada for tonight’s UFC Vancouver event, a 13-bout fight card headlined by Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen. De Ridder (21-2 MMA) will enter the contest sporting a five-fight winning streak, with his four most recent victories coming inside of the Octagon. In his most previous appearance, ‘RDR’ scored a split decision win over former division champion Robert Whittaker.