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Igor Severino has purse withheld from NAC after biting his opponent at UFC Vegas 89
Cole Shelton - March 25, 2024
Igor Severino has also had his purse withheld along with being cut from the UFC. According to MMAFighting, Severino’s purse was withheld by the Nevada Athletic Commission after he was disqualified for biting Andre Lima in the second round. The exact amount of Severino’s purse is unknown because the NAC does not publicly disclose salaries. He was also released from the UFC following the bout.
Maycee Barber reveals she spent nine days in the hospital following UFC 299 win: "I wasn’t sure if I was going to be okay"
Cole Shelton - March 25, 2024
Maycee Barber has revealed that she spent over a week in the hospital after her UFC 299 win over Katlyn Chookagian. Barber picked up one of the biggest wins of her career as she beat the former flyweight title challenger. It was a solid performance from Barber who won by decision, but following the event, she dealt with plenty of adversity.
Sean O’Malley confirms he is fighting Merab Dvalishvili next: “Your wish is granted”
Susan Cox - March 25, 2024
Sean O’Malley is confirming he is fighting Merab Dvalishvili next. Reigning UFC bantamweight champion, O’Malley (18-1 MMA) is hot off a unanimous decision victory over Marlon Vera (23-9 MMA) earlier this month at UFC 299. Prior to that victory, Sean O’Malley had captured the 135lbs crown by stopping Aljamain Sterling (23-4 MMA) by TKO last August at UFC 292.
Nick Diaz hints at combat sport return: “Somebody is going to pay very soon”
Susan Cox - March 25, 2024
Former UFC welterweight title challenger Nick Diaz is hinting at a combat sports return. Diaz (26-10 MMA) has not fought since September of 2021 when he went up against Robbie Lawler (30-16 MMA) at UFC 266. The result was a TKO loss for Diaz.
Jiri Prochazka explains how one “small mistake” led to his KO loss to Alex Pereira: “Until that moment, I handled that fight”
Harry Kettle - March 25, 2024
Jiri Prochazka has given his thoughts on how he performed in his championship defeat to Alex Pereira at UFC 295. Last November, Alex Pereira finished Jiri Prochazka to become the new UFC light heavyweight champion. It came following an electric back-and-forth affair between the two, but in the end, it was ‘Poatan’ who had his hand raised in victory.
Cris Cyborg refutes Donn Davis’ claim that their business relationship is totally fine: “I want a meeting in person”
Harry Kettle - March 25, 2024
MMA legend Cris Cyborg has refuted the idea that her relationship with PFL boss Donn Davis is in a positive place. For years now, Cris Cyborg has been known as one of the biggest female stars in the history of mixed martial arts. Her resume speaks for itself, and now, she’s also kickstarted a venture into the world of boxing.
Former UFC champion Jan Blachowicz announces second shoulder surgery: “It is what it is”
Harry Kettle - March 25, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz has announced that he will have a second surgery on his shoulder. At the age of 41, Jan Blachowicz is still seen as a contender in the UFC’s light heavyweight division. He’s lost just two of his last nine outings, with his most recent appearance being a tight split decision defeat to Alex Pereira. Following that bout, he was set for a rematch against Aleksandar Rakic, but he was forced to pull out as he required shoulder surgery.
Payton Talbott expresses interest in fighting Dominick Cruz following UFC Vegas 89
Harry Kettle - March 25, 2024
UFC bantamweight Payton Talbott has expressed an interest in taking on Dominick Cruz in his next fight. Last weekend, Payton Talbott really announced himself to the rest of the bantamweight division. He went head to head with Cameron Saaiman and, in more ways than one, he outclassed him. It was a really strong performance from the unbeaten sensation and now, he’s ready to try and make a splash in the top 15.
Francisco Lo promises to finish Kade Ruotolo at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 24, 2024
Francisco Lo is on a mission to leave an indelible impression in his ONE Championship debut. He makes his maiden appearance at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. There, he takes on ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Champion Kade Ruotolo in a 180-pound catchweight contest.
Andre Lima reveals initial reaction to being bitten by Igor Severino at UFC Vegas 89: "I really thought that the fence had gotten into me"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 24, 2024
Andre Lima has revealed what he was thinking when Igor Severino bit him during their UFC Vegas 89 fight. Lima vs. Severino was a battle of two unbeaten prospects who were looking to take a step forward in their pro MMA careers. No one could’ve expected the outcome of the fight, as Severino went full 90s Mike Tyson and took a chunk out of his opponent’s skin after biting him. As a result, Igor was disqualified in round two, and UFC CEO Dana White fired Severino due to his actions during the fight.
Laura Sanko responds to Jamie Varner's UFC commentary criticism with class: "You and I actually fought on the same card in 2011"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 24, 2024
UFC color commentator Laura Sanko has responded to harsh criticism from Jamie Varner. Varner received quite a bit of unwanted attention when he chimed in on his X account during the UFC Vegas 89 broadcast, which saw Sanko at the desk with Brendan Fitzgerald and Paul Felder. The former UFC fighter slammed Sanko, calling her a “try hard” who didn’t know what she was talking about. He also dismissed Sanko’s credentials as an MMA fighter, and suggested that former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Holly Holm take her place at the desk.
Daniel Cormier exits NCAA wrestling commentary amid criticism: "Continue to do things the same way and say wrestling hasn't changed since the 40s"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 24, 2024
Daniel Cormier has had enough of the NCAA wrestling community. Cormier has been fulfilling commentary duties on ESPN for the NCAA wrestling tournament. While some have enjoyed the energy and enthusiasm Cormier has brought to the broadcasts, there are some within the amateur wrestling scene who don’t feel “DC” has gone in-depth enough with his time in the booth.
Fans share concern for UFC star Conor McGregor following "Road House" interview with Jake Gyllenhaal
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 24, 2024
A recent Conor McGregor interview promoting the “Road House” film has been looked at under a microscope by fight fans. McGregor has been making the media rounds for the movie, which was released on Prime Video on March 21. The “Notorious” is co-stars with Jake Gyllenhaal for the remake of the 1989 film. While McGregor is no stranger to the bright lights, he has admitted that Hollywood is a different beast in terms of what’s expected from actors on the set.
Andre Lima’s post-fight tattoo earned him an extra $25k from UFC CEO Dana White
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 24, 2024
UFC Vegas 89 winner Andre Lima got more than he bargained for on fight night, but he made the most of it. Lima took on Igor Severino inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada this past Saturday night. In round two, time had been called as Lima was complaining about a bite from his opponent. The referee waved off the bout. At first, the UFC commentary team felt a warning would’ve been more appropriate, but once Lima showed off the bite mark it was clear that Igor’s actions were intentional.
UFC veteran Jamie Varner takes aim at Laura Sanko for “ruining the fights” with her commentary: “She is just annoying”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 24, 2024
Laura Sanko has been showered with praise ever since taking on the role of UFC color commentator, but Jamie Varner is clearly not impressed. Sanko was on the call for UFC Vegas 89 this past Saturday night, which was headlined by a women’s flyweight battle between Rose Namajunas and Amanda Ribas. She was joined at the desk by play-by-play fixture on Fight Night cards Brendan Fitzgerald, and Paul Felder.
UFC Vegas 89 Bonus Report: Five fighters take home an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - March 23, 2024
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 89 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Amanda Ribas vs. Rose Namajunas. The highly anticipated women’s flyweight main event proved to be a hard-fought twenty-five-minute affair. Rose Namajunas got off to a strong start in rounds one and two, but Amanda Ribas stormed back to clearly outpoint ‘Thug’ in the third frame. Rounds four and five were closely contested, but Namajunas was able to do just enough to earn a decision victory on all three of the judges’ scorecards. The win marked Rose’s first professional victory at flyweight.
UFC Vegas 89 Results: Rose Namajunas defeats Amanda Ribas (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - March 23, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 89 results, including the main event between Rose Namajunas and Amanda Ribas. Namajunas (11-6 MMA) will enter tonight’s headliner looking to snap a two-fight losing skid. ‘Thug’ made her flyweight debut this past September, where she suffered a unanimous decision loss to Manon Fiorot. Prior to that, she dropped a decision to Carla Esparza to lose the strawweight title.
Pros react after Karl Williams defeats Justin Tafa at UFC Vegas 89
Chris Taylor - March 23, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 89 event was co-headlined by a heavyweight bout between Justin Tafa and Karl Williams. Tafa (7-3 MMA) entered the contest on a three-fight winning streak, with all three of those victories coming by way of knockout. During that impressive stretch the Aussie had scored finishes over Harry Hunsucker, Parker Porter and Austen Lane respectively.