MMA News
Chris Weidman shows interest in a third fight with Anderson Silva outside the UFC: "Can he get some revenge?"
Josh Evanoff - March 29, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman is down for a boxing match against Anderson Silva. The former titleholder is set to return to the cage this Saturday night, at UFC Atlantic City. There, Chris Weidman will compete in his second fight since breaking his leg in 2021 against Uriah Hall. On Saturday night, he will face Bruno Silva, who enters the bout riding a two-fight losing streak. Heading into fight camp, Weidman was thinking to himself that he could retire with a loss.
Josh Thomson sounds off on Jamie Varner for “attacking” UFC commentator Laura Sanko: “I thought it was very harsh”
Harry Kettle - March 29, 2024
MMA analyst Josh Thomson has given his thoughts on Jamie Varner’s criticism of UFC commentator Laura Sanko. Over the course of the last few years, Laura Sanko has cemented herself as a prominent figure in the world of mixed martial arts. Her commentary has been praised by many, although it must be said that some aren’t big fans.
Superbon aims to dominate Marat Grigorian in rematch: “I think I have improved more”
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 29, 2024
Superbon Singha Mawynn finds himself standing at the precipice of another golden opportunity. The Thai superstar battles Marat Grigorian for the ONE Interim Featherweight Kickboxing World Title in the main event of ONE Friday Fights 58. This event airs live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on April 5.
Demetrious Johnson admits seeing CM Punk’s UFC earnings left a bad taste in his mouth: “A big spit in the face of all the champions”
Harry Kettle - March 29, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has admitted that he didn’t like seeing how much CM Punk got paid during his UFC career. As many fans know, professional wrestling star CM Punk gave mixed martial arts a try many years ago. He competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, losing in both of his outings.
Igor Severino says he’s “very regretful” for biting Andre Lima at UFC Vegas 89
Cole Shelton - March 28, 2024
Igor Severino has spoken publicly for the first time since biting his opponent Andre Lima at UFC Vegas 89. Severino was making his UFC debut at age 20, but in the second round, he bit his opponent and was disqualified from the fight. Not only was he disqualified, but he was immediately released from the promotion.
Khabib Nurmagomedov reacts after Georges St-Pierre claims he would have “put him down” in a potential UFC fight
Cole Shelton - March 28, 2024
Khabib Nurmagomedov has responded after Georges St-Pierre claimed he would have won had they ended up fighting. After Nurmagomedov retired, there were rumors of him ending his retirement to face St-Pierre in a super-fight, but it never came to fruition. It is one of the biggest what-if questions in the UFC, as the two are among the best fighters ever to compete.
Georges St-Pierre explains why he believes Jon Jones is the GOAT: "It's hard to have an argument"
Cole Shelton - March 28, 2024
Georges St-Pierre says it’s hard to deny that Jon Jones is the greatest fighter of all time. Jones is the current UFC heavyweight champion and previously reigned over the light heavyweight division for many years. He’s considered one of, if not the best MMA fighter of all time by many fans and fellow fighters. Among those supporters is ‘GSP’, who is also in the GOAT conversation, as the Canadian believes Jones is the greatest MMA fighter for a variety of reasons.
Khamzat Chimaev opens as betting favorite over Robert Whittaker ahead of UFC Saudi Arabia main event
Cole Shelton - March 28, 2024
Khamzat Chimaev has opened as the betting favorite ahead of his UFC Saudi Arabia main event fight against Robert Whittaker. UFC CEO Dana White announced the fight would headline the card on June 22 late Wednesday evening. The fight also serves as a No. 1 contender bout at middleweight as the winner will get the next title shot, White revealed.
Robert Whittaker speaks after booking UFC Saudi Arabia showdown with Khamzat Chimaev: "He's a hard fighter"
Josh Evanoff - March 28, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is ready to put on a show against Khamzat Chimaev. ‘The Reaper’ is fresh off his return to the octagon at UFC 298 opposite Paulo Costa. There, Robert Whittaker got back on the winning track, with a unanimous decision win over the Brazilian. Just a month removed from his most recent victory, the former champion has signed a deal to face Khamzat Chimaev.
Georges St-Pierre opens up on Dana White preventing Oscar De La Hoya boxing match: "F that guy"
Josh Evanoff - March 28, 2024
Former UFC champion Georges St-Pierre was ready to face Oscar De La Hoya in 2021 until Dana White stepped in. ‘Rush’ famously retired from MMA in early 2019, walking away from potential bouts with the likes of Khabib Nurmagomedov. However, Georges St-Pierre has continued to show interest in competing in retirement. He even booked a jiu-jitsu match with Nick Diaz last year, but it was canceled due to injury.
Conor McGregor rejects any sort of retirement talk ahead of UFC return: "It's to the motherf*cking grave"
Josh Evanoff - March 28, 2024
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has no plans of retiring anytime soon. ‘The Notorious’ is currently on the comeback trail, having not competed in nearly three years. Conor McGregor famously took time off after breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier in July 2021, to heal, and also film Road House. However, with the remake of the 80s classic now released, the Irishman is hoping to return this summer.
Georges St-Pierre details the strategy he would have used against Khabib Nurmagomedov
Susan Cox - March 28, 2024
Georges St-Pierre is detailing the strategy he would have used in a fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov. It indeed would have been the super fight that never was as both St-Pierre and Nurmagomedov are now retired.
Andre Petroski plans to continue to prove he's the best grappler at middleweight by beating Jacob Malkoun at UFC Atlantic City
Cole Shelton - March 28, 2024
Andre Petroski has made it clear that he believes he’s the best grappler in the middleweight division and he wants to continue to prove that. Petroski has been calling out the top grapplers since signing with the UFC and had a ton of success early on. However, in his last fight, he stepped up on short notice to face Michel Pereira and he suffered a first-round knockout loss.
Maycee Barber claps back at Erin Blanchfield following “pathetic” remarks: “She’s fighting girls after I already changed them”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
Maycee Barber has hit back at Erin Blanchfield as the two flyweight stars continue to trade blows and tease a future showdown. Right now, the women’s flyweight division is looking pretty electric in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. There are plenty of top contenders hoping to make their mark in the months and years to come, and that includes Maycee Barber and Erin Blanchfield.
Brendan Schaub believes Conor McGregor is undoubtedly the most underpaid UFC fighter of all time: “No one wants to hear this”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
Former MMA fighter Brendan Schaub believes that Conor McGregor is the most underpaid UFC fighter of all time. As we know, Conor McGregor is the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts. He has broken numerous records throughout his time in the sport, and it’s clear to see the impact he’s had on the overall value and success of the UFC.
Cory Sandhagen explains why he likes Sean O’Malley’s chances in upcoming UFC title fight with Merab Dvalishvili: “He’s that much better of a striker”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen has explained why he likes Sean O’Malley’s chances in a title showdown with Merab Dvalishvili. Following his win over Marlon Vera at UFC 299, Sean O’Malley made it clear that he’s open to whatever challenge comes his way next. According to the man himself, the next contender for his bantamweight championship will be none other than Merab Dvalishvili.
Denis Puric guarantees decisive finish against Jacob Smith: "It’s lights out"
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 28, 2024
Denis Puric plans to steal the show when he returns to action in U.S. primetime on April 5. “The Bosnian Menace” squares off with #2-ranked contender Jacob Smith in a flyweight Muay Thai clash at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This event broadcasts live from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Dana White announces stacked UFC Saudi Arabia fight card, including Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev
Chris Taylor - March 27, 2024
Dana White has announced a number of fights for UFC Saudi Arabia, including a middleweight main event between Robert Whittaker and Khamzat Chimaev. UFC Saudi Arabia will take place on June 22 and air live and free on ABC.