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Sean Strickland’s coach reacts after UFC 297 title loss to Dricus Du Plessis: “We needed to win the optics battle”
Susan Cox - January 23, 2024
Sean Strickland’s coach is reacting after UFC 297 title loss to Dricus Du Plessis. It was just this past Saturday, January 20th at UFC 297 that saw Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA) defeat Sean Strickland (28-6) by split decision in a middleweight bout to capture the UFC middleweight title.
Henry Cejudo advises Dricus du Plessis who he should fight next: “Tell this dude to take a hike”
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2024
Former two-weight UFC champion Henry Cejudo has given Dricus du Plessis some advice regarding his next opponent. Following his win over Sean Strickland at UFC 297, there are a lot of options on the table for Dricus du Plessis. The South African sensation is the new UFC middleweight champion, and he has plenty of people chasing him.
Daniel Cormier praises Dricus du Plessis following his title win at UFC 297: “I never thought that we’d be here today”
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has praised Dricus du Plessis following his big title win at UFC 297. Last Saturday night, Dricus du Plessis finally made it to the top of the mountain. The South African superstar won the UFC middleweight championship, defeating Sean Strickland in an incredibly close decision. In doing so, he became the first fighter from his country to win a UFC belt and the fourth African fighter to accomplish that goal.
PFL vs. Bellator pay-per-view event loses welterweight title fight
Harry Kettle - January 23, 2024
The upcoming PFL vs Bellator pay-per-view has lost a major welterweight showdown, according to a recent report. On February 24, we will see a blockbuster PFL vs Bellator: Champions event go down in Saudi Arabia. It serves as the first major show of this kind since PFL purchased Bellator, and both promotions are bringing their A-game when it comes to the actual card.
Nico Carrillo leapfrogs to top spot in ONE bantamweight Muay Thai rankings
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 23, 2024
ONE Championship’s bantamweight Muay Thai division witnessed a seismic shift as Nico Carrillo’s recent triumph propelled him to the #1 spot in the rankings. The Scottish striker reached new heights when he attained the biggest win of his career to date. He did so by knocking out former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Nong-O Hama this past December.
What's next for the stars of UFC 297?
Cole Shelton - January 22, 2024
The first UFC pay-per-view event of 2024 went down on Saturday night in Toronto and saw two title fights headline the card. In the main event of UFC 297, Sean Strickland was looking to defend his middleweight title against Dricus Du Plessis, while the co-main event saw Raquel Pennington take on Mayra Bueno Silva for the vacant women’s bantamweight title.
Sage Northcutt relishes chance to face Shinya Aoki: “The biggest fight of my career”
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 22, 2024
At ONE 165 on January 28, Sage Northcutt will find himself in the fortunate position of going up against the legendary Shinya Aoki. This lightweight MMA clash takes place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. It offers the audience a spectacle that has been years in the making.
Chael Sonnen believes Sean Strickland "lost every round" to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297
Cole Shelton - January 22, 2024
Chael Sonnen doesn’t think the UFC 297 middleweight title fight between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis was all that competitive. Entering the main event, the oddsmakers had the fight as a pick’em, as many were torn on who would win. The fight ended up being very close and it was Du Plessis who edged out a split decision to become the new middleweight champion.
Neil Magny reveals that he holds no ill will toward Ian Machado Garry: "I hope he can figure it out"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Neil Magny is taking the high road regarding Ian Machado Garry. Last August at UFC 292, the two welterweights faced off. For his part, Neil Magny accepted the bout on short notice. However, it didn’t take long for him to start feuding with the brash-talking Ian Machado Garry. During fight week, the Irishman continually accused his opponent of abusing his kids.
Khamzat Chimaev frustrated by 'bulls*it' comments made by Dana White: "You promised me"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Khamzat Chimaev wants the title shot that Dana White promised. ‘Borz’ is currently awaiting his next opponent. Last October, Khamzat Chimaev faced former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, at UFC 294. Originally expected to face Paulo Costa, ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ stepped in due to injury. Before the event, Dana White dubbed the fight a title eliminator.
Raquel Pennington takes aim at 'judgemental' comments made by Sean Strickland: "Stuff like that is not okay"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
Women’s bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington was frustrated by Sean Strickland’s comments over UFC 297 fight week. ‘Rocky’ fought in the co-main event in Canada over the weekend, facing Mayra Bueno Silva. There, Raquel Pennington scored a unanimous decision win after five lackluster rounds of action. In the process, she won the bantamweight title left vacant by Amanda Nunes last June.
Julianna Pena slams Amanda Nunes after UFC 297 retirement comments: "How dare she?"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
Julianna Pena is unhappy with Amanda Nunes’ comments at UFC 297 over the weekend. ‘The Lioness’ was in attendance in Canada, to watch the new women’s bantamweight champion crowned. In the co-main event, Raquel Pennington defeated Mayra Bueno Silva by unanimous decision. In the process, picking up where Amanda Nunes left off. Last summer, ‘The Lioness’ famously vacated the title, retiring following a win over Irene Aldana.
Julianna Pena takes aim at Raquel Pennington and Mayra Bueno Silva over their UFC 297 "snoozefest"
Cole Shelton - January 22, 2024
Julianna Pena was not a fan of the UFC 297 vacant women’s bantamweight title fight between Raquel Pennington and Mayra Bueno Silva. Pennington and Bueno Silva were fighting for the vacant title after Amanda Nunes retired back in June and relinquished the belt. Heading into the fight, Bueno Silva was the betting favorite, but it was Pennington who won a clear-cut decision to become the new bantamweight champion.
Dricus Du Plessis responds after Sean Strickland calls foul in UFC 297 title loss: “Why don’t you cry about it AGAIN”
Susan Cox - January 22, 2024
Dricus Du Plessis is responding after Sean Strickland called foul on their UFC 297 title fight. UFC 297 took place last Saturday, January 20th and the main event featured a middleweight title fight between Sean Strickland (28-6 MMA) and Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA). The result was a split decision victory for Du Plessis, making him the new UFC middleweight champion.
Sean Strickland sends a message to Dricus Du Plessis following UFC 297: “The belt they gave you will never make you a champion”
Susan Cox - January 22, 2024
Sean Strickland has sent a message to Dricus Du Plessis following UFC 297. It was just this past Saturday in Toronto, Ontario, Canada that saw Sean Strickland (28-6 MMA) take on Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA) in the main event middleweight title bout.
Frankie Edgar reacts after being named for UFC Hall of Fame induction: “I found a way to win through heart and determination”
Susan Cox - January 22, 2024
Frankie Edgar is reacting after being named for UFC Hall of Fame induction. Edgar, the former lightweight champion, at 42, will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame.
Bruce Buffer reveals his dream location and venue for the UFC to host an event
Cole Shelton - January 22, 2024
The UFC has been to plenty of countries and locations, but Bruce Buffer is hoping the promotion can check another country off the list soon. In recent years, the UFC has been able to host events in countries like China, France, Russia, and many other locations for the very first time. However, Buffer is hoping the promotion can soon check off Italy and hopes they can have the event at the Coliseum.
Amanda Nunes not ruling out a potential return following UFC 297: “I still feel like a champion”
Harry Kettle - January 22, 2024
Former two-weight UFC champion Amanda Nunes has admitted she could be interested in a return to the Octagon. Last Saturday, Raquel Pennington defeated Mayra Bueno Silva to become the new UFC women’s bantamweight champion. The former queen of the castle, Amanda Nunes, was in attendance to watch the momentous crowning of the new champ. It came seven months after the Brazilian opted to retire from mixed martial arts, vacating her bantamweight and featherweight titles in the process.