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Jack Hermansson explains calling out Nassourdine Imavov following UFC Vegas 86 win over Joe Pyfer: "I think he makes the most sense"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 11, 2024
Jack Hermansson has explained why he called out Nassourdine Imavov following his big win this past Saturday. In the main event of a UFC Fight Night card inside the UFC Apex, Hermansson went one-on-one with Joe Pyfer. Going into the fight, “The Joker” knew that he was being set up as a stepping stone for Pyfer, but he showed that there’s levels to the MMA game. After a shaky opening round, Hermansson was able to find his groove and had success against Joe on the feet. In the end, Hermansson won the fight via unanimous decision.
Chael Sonnen expresses disappointment with fighters not stepping up to main event UFC 300
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 11, 2024
Chael Sonnen believes that not enough fighters are stepping up to headline UFC 300. UFC CEO Dana White has admitted that he’s been having a hard time booking a headliner for the promotion’s most important show of 2024. He’s got the main event and co-main event left to figure it out. While the card has shaped up quite nicely, there is pressure to ensure there is a main event worthy of UFC 300.
Danial Williams excited to throw down with Lito Adiwang: “It’s going to be an absolute banger”
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 11, 2024
Danial Williams is a competitor with a penchant for exciting battles. And his smile grows from ear to ear when he’s faced with an opponent who shares the same demeanor. Luckily for “Mini T,” he faces a fellow hard-hitter who promises to bring the heat to his next outing.
Joe Pyfer issues statement following loss to Jack Hermansson at UFC Vegas 86
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
Joe Pyfer has issued a statement after suffering a unanimous decision loss to Jack Hermansson in tonight’s UFC Vegas 86 main event. Pyfer (12-3 MMA) had entered his first career UFC main event sporting a five-fight win streak, his most recent being a second-round submission victory over Abdul Razak Alhassan this past October at UFC Vegas 80. ‘Bodybagz’ was hoping to improve his Octagon record to a perfect 4-0 this evening.
Conor McGregor teases UFC 300 announcement for Super Bowl Sunday
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is once again teasing his comeback to occur at April’s UFC 300 event. The historic fight card is set to take place on April 13, 2024, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
UFC Vegas 86 Bonus Report: Dan Ige one of four 'POTN' winners
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 86 event, a 14-bout fight card headlined by Joe Pyfer vs. Jack Hermansson. The middleweight main event proved to be a hard-fought back and forth affair that went the full twenty-five minutes. Joe Pyfer was able to get off to a strong start in the fight, dominating ‘The Joker’ in the opening five minutes. Round two proved to be more of the same, although Hermansson did find some offense in the late stages of the frame. After being down 2-0 after the opening ten minutes, Jack Hermansson began to take control of the fight in round three thanks to his low kicks and jab. After busting up Pyfer in rounds three and four while on the feet, Hermansson switched things up in the final five minutes. ‘The Joker’ took the fight to the floor midway through the final round and proceeded to smother ‘Bodbagz’ on the canvas on route a unanimous decision win.
Pros react after Jack Hermansson defeats Joe Pyfer at UFC Vegas 86
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 86 event was headlined by a middleweight bout featuring Joe Pyfer taking on Jack Hermansson. Pyfer (12-3 MMA) had entered his first career UFC main event sporting a five-fight win streak, his most recent being a second-round submission victory over Abdul Razak Alhassan this past October. ‘Bodybagz’ had gone a perfect 3-0 inside of the Octagon since joining the promotion in July of 2022.
UFC Vegas 86 Results: Jack Hermansson defeats Joe Pyfer (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 86 results, including the main event between Joe Pyfer and Jack Hermansson. Pyfer (12-2 MMA) will enter his first career UFC main event sporting a five-fight win streak, his latest being a second-round submission victory over Abdul Razak Alhassan this past October. ‘Bodybagz’ has gone a perfect 3-0 since joining the promotion in July of 2022.
UFC Vegas 86 Results: Dan Ige KO's Andre Fili (Video)
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 86 results, including the co-main event between Dan Ige and Andre Fili. Ige (17-7 MMA) will be competing for the first time since suffering a decision loss to Bryce Mitchell back in September of last year. Prior to that setback, ’50k’ was coming off a decision win over Nate Landwehr and a knockout victory over Damon Jackson.
UFC CEO Dana White reacts to altercation between Sean Strickland and Machine Gun Kelly: "It’s about humans"
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has reacted after Sean Strickland had a run-in with Machine Gun Kelly at last night’s Power Slap event in Las Vegas. The former UFC champion and Music Star were both in attendance for yesterday’s Power Slap event at Durango Casino & Resort. At some point during the evening, Sean Strickland and Machine Gun Kelly crossed paths which led to a verbal spat between the two men.
Video | Sean Strickland has a run-in with Machine Gun Kelly in Las Vegas: "I almost hit a vampire tonight"
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland had a run-in with Machine Gun Kelly on Friday night in Las Vegas. Strickland and Kelly were both in attendance for yesterday’s Power Slap event at Durango Casino & Resort. At some point during the evening, the former UFC champion and Music Star crossed paths which led to a verbal spat between the two men.
UFC Vegas 86: 'Pyfer vs. Hermansson' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 86 event, a 14-bout fight card headlined by Joe Pyfer vs. Jack Hermansson. Pyfer (12-2 MMA) will enter his first career UFC main event sporting a five-fight win streak, his latest being a second-round submission victory over Abdul Razak Alhassan this past October. ‘Bodybagz’ has gone a perfect 3-0 since joining the promotion in July of 2022.
Sean Strickland and Jake Paul have a heated back-and-forth after sparring challenge: "I wish we can go back to the days were shit people would just die"
Cole Shelton - February 10, 2024
Sean Strickland and Jake Paul had a heated back-and-forth on social media. After Strickland sparred Sneako, which saw the streamers corner throw in the towel multiple times to no avail, as the former UFC champ kept fighting him. Jake Paul took to social media to blast Strickland for the way he acted.
Jake Paul offers million dollar challenge to Sean Strickland following “embarrassing” sparring session with Sneako
Josh Evanoff - February 9, 2024
Jake Paul has sent a challenge to former UFC champion Sean Strickland after sparring Sneako. Earlier today, ‘Tarzan’ was seen on a live stream alongside controversial Rumble streamer, Sneako. The influencer had been training boxing for a few months and decided to step into the octagon with Sean Strickland at the UFC Apex. Predictably, Sneako was battered in the sparring session.
VIDEO | Sean Strickland brutalizes controversial streamer Sneako in sparring session
Josh Evanoff - February 9, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland absolutely battered Rumble streamer Sneako earlier today. ‘Tarzan’ has been out of the cage since his meeting with UFC 297 against Dricus du Plessis last month. For Sean Strickland, the fight was the first title defense of his middleweight reign. Last September, he famously dominated Israel Adesanya in Australia to win the gold by unanimous decision.
Reinier de Ridder looks to rectify lapses in rematch with Anatoly Malykhin
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 9, 2024
Reinier de Ridder is on a mission to erase the memory of the most heartbreaking defeat of his professional career. “The Dutch Knight” will have the chance to do so when he defends his ONE Middleweight MMA World Title against the culprit of his harrowing juncture — Anatoly Malykhin.
David Zawada to face OKTAGON MMA foe: "I know Hojat"
Zain Bando - February 9, 2024
David Zawada (18-9 MMA, 1-0 OKTAGON MMA) returns to the OKTAGON MMA cage for the second time to secure his first victory since June 2022 when he faces No. 5 ranked middleweight Hojat Khajevand (7-3 MMA) on Saturday afternoon (stateside) in Germany. Zawada is a long-time combat sports veteran, having competed in PFL and the UFC.
Brendan Allen explains how he can get UFC middleweight title shot with win over Marvin Vettori: "It's really up to me"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 9, 2024
Brendan Allen believes he has a chance to secure a UFC Middleweight Championship opportunity after his next fight. Allen is scheduled to collide with Marvin Vettori at a UFC Fight Night event on April 6. Allen is riding a six-fight winning streak and he is hoping to make a strong case for a shot at the 185-pound gold held by Dricus Du Plessis. Vettori will be fighting to return to the middleweight title conversation. Vettori has had losses to Israel Adesanya, Robert Whittaker, and Jared Cannonier. While those are three outstanding 185-pounders, Vettori wants to show that he can win those type of fights.