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Robert Whittaker shares high praise for “phenomenal” UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley: “Mate, it was a landslide”
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2024
UFC star Robert Whittaker has praised Sean O’Malley for his performance against Marlon Vera at UFC 299. With the world watching, Sean O’Malley put on a clinic in Miami last weekend. He dominated Marlon Vera from beginning to end, registering an impressive decision victory. Now, many are looking at ‘Suga’ and wondering whether or not he’s one of the biggest stars in the history of the bantamweight division.
Jake Gyllenhaal discusses working with “white belt” actor Conor McGregor in new Road House remake
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2024
Jake Gyllenhaal has spoken about the experience of working with Conor McGregor on their Road House remake. As we know, Conor McGregor serves as one of the featured stars of the upcoming Road House movie. He worked extensively alongside Jake Gyllenhaal, who leads the cast as the former UFC fighter-turned-roadhouse worker. The two have been seen together in order to promote the movie, with early reviews suggesting that it’s a pretty fun watch.
Marlon Vera reveals his home was burglarized while in Miami for UFC 299: “I’m gonna find you”
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2024
UFC fighter Marlon Vera has revealed that someone broke into his home while he was in Miami for UFC 299. Last weekend, Marlon Vera came up short in his attempt to capture the UFC bantamweight championship. He was beaten and battered in his battle with Sean O’Malley, falling to a comprehensive decision defeat. Now, he’ll go back to the drawing board, with the hope being that he will bounce back in his next outing.
Tye Ruotolo and Izaak Michell to co-headline ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 13, 2024
The much-awaited showdown between Tye Ruotolo and Izaak Michell has at last been rescheduled, putting an end to the anticipation. Both men were originally set to collide at ONE 166: Qatar earlier this month. However, the matchup has now been re-booked for ONE Championship’s next offering in U.S. primetime.
Chihiro Sawada expects to enter atomweight top five after ONE Fight Night 20 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 12, 2024
Chihiro Sawada firmly believes that her latest triumph has rightfully earned her a spot among the elite. At ONE Fight Night 20 on Prime Video last Friday, March 8, she faced #5-ranked atomweight MMA contender Jihin Radzuan in a catchweight contest.
Bryan Battle plans an "emphatic" stoppage of Ange Loosa to become the first person to finish him: "Make a statement"
Cole Shelton - March 12, 2024
Bryan Battle is looking to make a statement against Ange Loosa on Saturday in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 88. Battle is on a two-fight winning streak and thought he would get a ranked opponent next. However, when he was offered to fight Loosa, he was excited about the bout as he believes the style matchup makes it an exciting fight.
Gilbert Burns issues statement on UFC 299 KO loss: "Made a bad decision and paid for it"
Cole Shelton - March 12, 2024
Gilbert Burns has issued a statement following his UFC 299 third-round knockout loss to Jack Della Maddalena. Burns was taking on the up-and-comer in his first fight since losing a decision to Belal Muhammad last May. The Brazilian had success early on as he was able to land some good strikes, but controlled Della Maddalena.
Paddy Pimblett opens up on "dream fight" with Conor McGregor: "I'd put him on his back"
Josh Evanoff - March 12, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett has named Conor McGregor his dream fight. ‘The Baddy’ has been out of action since a unanimous decision victory over Tony Ferguson at UFC 296 in December. The victory snapped a yearlong hiatus for Paddy Pimblett, spending most of 2023 out due to injury. As of now, the lightweight contender is hoping for a return in the summer but hasn’t been linked to any date or opponent.
Logan Paul reveals he turned down Mike Tyson fight before brother Jake accepted: "I just think he's too old"
Josh Evanoff - March 12, 2024
Logan Paul doesn’t hate the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match, but he couldn’t face the legend himself. Earlier this month, ‘The Problem Child’ signed a deal to return to the ring against ‘Iron Mike’ in July. The fight will be held at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, and be streamed on Netflix. According to reporting from Ariel Helwani, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is even being targeted as a professional bout, not an exhibition.
Mark Coleman airlifted to hospital after saving his parents from a house fire
Cole Shelton - March 12, 2024
Mark Coleman, the inaugural UFC heavyweight champion, was airlifted to the hospital after saving his parents from a house fire. Former Bellator executive Rich Chou first brought to light that Coleman was reportedly in hospital, as he saw it mentioned on a thread on social media. Twitter personality Caposa then posted the news article about the incident, confirming Coleman was transported to the hospital.
Daniel Cormier goes to bat for Sean O’Malley following claims of “preferential treatment” from the UFC
Susan Cox - March 12, 2024
Daniel Cormier is going to bat for Sean O’Malley following claims of ‘preferential treatment’ from the UFC. It was a rematch between Sean O’Malley (18-1 MMA) and Marlon Vera (23-9 MMA) in a bantamweight title fight, headlining this past weekend’s UFC 299 pay-per-view event, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. The result was a unanimous decision win for ‘Suga’.
Dustin Poirier takes issue with Joe Rogan’s commentary from UFC 299: “I can’t believe he said that”
Susan Cox - March 12, 2024
Former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier is taking issue with Joe Rogan’s commentary from UFC 299. UFC 299 took place last Saturday and saw Dustin Poirier (30-8 MMA) vs. Benoit Saint-Denis (13-2 MMA) in a lightweight bout. It was to be ‘The Diamond’ winning with a brutal knockout of Saint-Denis at 2:32 of round 2.
John McCarthy explains why he absolutely hates the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson booking: “Shame on everyone”
Susan Cox - March 12, 2024
John McCarthy is explaining why he absolutely hates the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson booking. The boxing match between Paul and Tyson is scheduled for Saturday, July 20th, at the AT &T Stadium in Arlington, Texas and will stream live on Netflix.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 157 with Bryan Battle and Chad Anheliger
Cole Shelton - March 12, 2024
The 157th episode of Just Scrap Radio with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Vegas 88. We’re first joined by UFC welterweight Bryan Battle (1:07). Next, UFC bantamweight Chad Anheliger (13:47) comes on.
Kamaru Usman reveals the advice he plans to provide Francis Ngannou following his nasty KO loss to Anthony Joshua
Harry Kettle - March 12, 2024
Kamaru Usman has revealed the advice he plans to give Francis Ngannou following the latter’s loss to Anthony Joshua. Last weekend, Francis Ngannou fell short in his boxing clash with Anthony Joshua. He suffered a nasty knockout loss, dropping him to 0-2 in the squared circle. Now, many have been left to wonder what’s next for him, with some suggesting he should return to mixed martial arts.
Michael Page weighs in on a potential UFC fight with fellow striker Stephen Thompson: “It could potentially be a boring fight”
Harry Kettle - March 12, 2024
UFC newcomer Michael Page has given his thoughts on a potential future showdown with Stephen Thompson. Last weekend, Michael ‘Venom’ Page made his official UFC debut at UFC 299. He was able to defeat Kevin Holland, and in the end, he did so in fairly convincing fashion. Now, the big question is whether or not he can sustain that momentum and go on a real run in the promotion.
Dustin Poirier reveals he was worried about his “own well being” following KO loss to Justin Gaethje: “I started actually doing therapy after”
Harry Kettle - March 12, 2024
Dustin Poirier has revealed that he was concerned for his mental health following his knockout loss to Justin Gaethje. Last weekend, Dustin Poirier got back in the win column in devastating fashion. He knocked out rising lightweight contender Benoit Saint-Denis, confirming what many already knew – that he’s still an elite force at 155 pounds.
Phetjeeja honored to be Janet Todd's final opponent: "A historic moment for both of us"
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 12, 2024
At ONE Fight Night 20 on Prime Video last Friday, March 8, “The Queen” Phetjeeja found herself at the center of a historic moment. The rising Thai superstar faced Janet Todd in a highly anticipated ONE Atomweight Kickboxing World Title unification. This also served as the American striking icon’s farewell bout.