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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.
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.
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.
What's next for Manon Fiorot and Erin Blanchfield after UFC Atlantic City?
Cole Shelton - April 1, 2024
In the main event of UFC Atlantic City, a potential title eliminator bout at women’s flyweight went down as Manon Fiorot took on Erin Blanchfield. Fiorot entered the fight with a perfect 6-0 record in the UFC and was coming off a decision win over Rose Namajunas. Blanchfield, meanwhile, was also 6-0 in the UFC and entered the fight coming off a decision win over Taila Santos after scoring a submission win over Jessica Andrade in her first UFC main event.
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.
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.
Tyron Woodley blasts "greedy" Manny Pacquiao for stalled boxing fight talks
Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2024
Former UFC champion Tyron Woodley says Manny Pacquiao is attempting to financially sabotage their potential boxing showdown. Woodley recently revealed discussions are ongoing with Pacquiao and his team about a boxing match for this summer. He hasn’t fought in boxing since a knockout loss to Jake Paul in December 2021.
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.
Joaquin Buckley on why he "loves" potential Gilbert Burns fight after UFC Atlantic City
Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley wants to face another Kill Cliff FC standout, Gilbert Burns, after his emphatic win last Saturday. Buckley defeated Vicente Luque by second-round TKO at UFC Atlantic City on Saturday. He has now won three in a row since making the full-time move to welterweight after an up-and-down middleweight stint.
Conor McGregor's Hollywood debut in 'Road House' remake tallies record-breaking two-week viewership
Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2024
Former UFC two-division champion Conor McGregor’s Road House remake role drew a record-breaking audience. After its March 21 release date on Amazon Prime Video, Road House has accumulated over 50 million viewers over its first two weekends. The two-week total viewership set an Amazon Prime Video record, a company representative told Deadline.
New promo drops for UFC 300, includes a number of hypothetical dream fights
Harry Kettle - April 1, 2024
A new promo video has been unveiled for UFC 300 as the promotion gears up for this absolutely blockbuster event. For months now, fans have been getting excited for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s flagship 300th numbered event. We all remember how historic 100 and 200 turned out to be, and the hope is that we’ll get more of the same when the UFC returns to Las Vegas next weekend. With the card that’s been presented, it’s safe to say that the expectations are high.
Kyle Nelson calls out fellow UFC Atlantic City winner Nate Landwehr: “We’ll see him go to sleep”
Harry Kettle - April 1, 2024
UFC fighter Kyle Nelson has made it known that he’d be interested in taking on Nate Landwehr in his next outing. Last weekend at UFC Atlantic City, Kyle Nelson and Nate Landwehr both enjoyed big moments. Landwehr knocked out Jamall Emmers, whereas Nelson secured a nice TKO win over Bill Algeo.
Bruno Silva plans to appeal his controversial loss to Chris Weidman at UFC Atlantic City
Harry Kettle - April 1, 2024
UFC fighter Bruno Silva plans to appeal against his controversial loss at the hands of Chris Weidman last weekend. On Saturday night, Bruno Silva went head to head with Chris Weidman. The former UFC champion managed to get back in the win column with a stoppage finish that was eventually changed to a technical decision. However, there was plenty of controversy surrounding the contest.
Johan Ghazali returns to battle Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 1, 2024
As the anticipation builds for ONE 167 on Prime Video, fans have another reason to mark their calendars. Johan Ghazali has been added to the U.S. primetime card that airs live from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7. There, the Malaysian-American phenom takes on Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat in a flyweight Muay Thai bout.