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Jiri Prochazka reveals he planned to confront Ali Abdelaziz and Magomed Ankalaev over comments before UFC 320
Cole Shelton - October 6, 2025
Jiri Prochazka wasn’t pleased with Magomed Ankalaev and Ali Abdelaziz over their comments ahead of UFC 320. In the lead-up to UFC 320 and even before that, Ankalaev’s social media has aimed at Prochazka and other light heavyweight contenders. Although Alex Pereira has accused Ali Abdelaziz of writing them in the past, Prochazka wasn’t sure. So, he wanted to confront both of them during fight week.
Patchy Mix says he 'can't be upset' with 0-2 start to UFC career after big setback at UFC 320
Curtis Calhoun - October 6, 2025
Former Bellator titleholder Patchy Mix’s UFC career couldn’t’ve started much worse after his second defeat at UFC 320. Patchy Mix’s second attempt at making a first impression with UFC fans didn’t go according to plan on Saturday at UFC 320.
The Rock reflects on playing Mark Kerr despite box office flop: 'This film has changed my life'
Cole Shelton - October 6, 2025
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has opened up about playing Mark Kerr for The Smashing Machine. The Rock took on the role of the UFC fighter as the movie is based on his life. Kerr was a two-time UFC heavyweight tournament champion and also competed in Pride. However, he dealt with substance abuse, but despite that, he was one of the best wrestlers and grapplers of his time, as he’s a four-time ADCC champion and is also a NCAA wrestling champ.
Magomed Ankalaev issues first social media statement since stunning KO loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 320
Curtis Calhoun - October 6, 2025
Former UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev didn’t make excuses following his stunning knockout loss to Alex Pereira in their rematch. Alex Pereira got his revenge brutally as he bullrushed Magomed Ankalaev in the opening seconds of their rematch at UFC 320. Just under two minutes into the fight, Pereira finished Ankalaev with brutal ground-and-pound after dropping him with a left hand on the feet.
UFC champion owns up to 'wrong' assessment of Alex Pereira's career
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2025
A reigning UFC champion has admitted he didn’t get things quite right about Alex Pereira following UFC 320. Pereira challenged Magomed Ankalaev for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship in a rematch this past Saturday. “Poatan” lost the gold to Ankalaev in their first meeting back in March. Pereira ended up scoring a quick TKO victory in the rematch to reclaim the 205-pound title.
Cory Sandhagen isn't deterred despite UFC 320 loss against Merab Dvalishvili
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 6, 2025
Don’t expect Cory Sandhagen to dwell on his failed bid to capture UFC gold this past Saturday. Sandhagen challenged Dvalishvili for the bantamweight title in the UFC 320 co-main event. Sandhagen had a promising start in the opening round, but he had a nightmare second stanza. Dvalishvili appeared to be on the verge of finishing the challenger, who survived. Despite his efforts, Sandhagen couldn’t avoid the relentless pressure of “The Machine,” and he dropped a unanimous decision.
Magomed Ankalaev's manager claims there were problems with his UFC 320 camp
Harry Kettle - October 6, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has suggested that there were problems with his camp for UFC 320. Last Saturday night, Magomed Ankalaev lost via TKO to Alex Pereira in a shocking UFC 320 main event. Following on from a competitive first fight in which ‘Big Ank’ captured the UFC light heavyweight championship, ‘Poatan’ took it right back by finishing Magomed off in less than two minutes.
Merab Dvalishvili makes it clear he wants to stay in the bantamweight division
Harry Kettle - October 6, 2025
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili has made it clear that he doesn’t want to leave the division. Last Saturday night, Merab Dvalishvili successfully defended the UFC bantamweight championship. He did so with a solid performance against Cory Sandhagen, as he once again proved why he’s one of the pound for pound best fighters on the planet right now. Of course, the focus has suddenly shifted to what’s next for him, with one of the big rumors being a rematch against Petr Yan.
Dana White praises execution of Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford event
Harry Kettle - October 6, 2025
Dana White has praised the execution of the recent boxing event between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford. As we know, Dana White is a busy man. In addition to his commitments with the UFC and Power Slap, he’s recently ventured into the world of boxing after years of teasing the idea. Now, many are wondering what exactly the structure of Zuffa Boxing will look like as we look ahead to the future.
Daniel Cormier backs Magomed Ankalaev to bounce back strong from UFC 320 loss
Harry Kettle - October 6, 2025
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has backed Magomed Ankalaev to come back strong following his UFC 320 defeat. As we know, Magomed Ankalaev fell to a TKO defeat in the main event of UFC 320 last weekend. He lost the UFC light heavyweight championship to Alex Pereira in a fight that, quite simply, wasn’t competitive in the slightest. Now, many are wondering how exactly he’s going to bounce back from this disappointment.
Aung La N Sang earns ONE Championship Hall of Fame induction
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 5, 2025
Championship legacy demands proper closure, and Myanmar icon Aung La N Sang delivered exactly that. The legendary former two-division ONE World Champion wrote the final glorious chapter of his storied career while earning a Hall of Fame induction. Aung La N Sang defeated Zebaztian Kadestam via second-round TKO at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium. The 40-year-old “Burmese Python” secured his 31st career victory before learning he would be inducted into the ONE Championship Hall of Fame at ONE 173 in Tokyo, Japan, on November 16.
Stephen Irvine aims to extend four-fight win streak at ONE Friday Fights 128 on October 10
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 5, 2025
Contract dreams fuel an action-packed ONE Friday Fights 128 at Bangkok’s iconic Lumpinee Stadium. ONE Championship returns with 12 matchups on Friday, October 10, featuring athletes chasing life-changing $100,000 contracts and main roster opportunities. Scotland’s Stephen Irvine headlines against Thailand’s Rambong Sor Therapat in 130-pound Muay Thai action between fighters who overcame tremendous hardship. The 25-year-old “El Matador” rides a four-fight winning streak at ONE Friday Fights, bringing elusive technical style and devastating elbows into this crucial matchup.
Mike Perry reacts to brutal BKFC 82 win over Jeremy Stephens
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 5, 2025
Mike Perry has spoken out after delivering a sensational performance at BKFC 82. Perry and fellow ex-UFC star Jeremy Stephens collided inside Prudential Center in Newark this past Saturday. “Platinum” secured a slew of knockdowns on his way to a fifth-round TKO finish. With the victory, Perry remains undefeated in bare knuckle boxing competition with a record of 6-0.
Merab Dvalishvili reveals historic plans after defeating Cory Sandhagen at UFC 320
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 5, 2025
Merab Dvalishvili has historic plans following UFC 320, and he wants to complete them before 2025 ends. Dvalishvili has been a dominant bantamweight champion. Following his unanimous decision victory over Cory Sandhagen this past Saturday, “The Machine” has three successful title defenses this year alone. A fourth successful title defense would break a UFC record for the most in a single year.
Petr Yan calls for rematch with Merab Dvalishvili after UFC 320
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2025
UFC bantamweight contender Petr Yan has made it clear that he wants to fight Merab Dvalishvili in his next outing. As we know, Merab Dvalishvili was as impressive as ever at UFC 320 last night. He defeated Cory Sandhagen to successfully defend his UFC bantamweight championship for the third time and now, fans are already starting to look ahead to what could be next for him. On paper, it doesn’t seem as if there are any immediate challenges that lie in front of him – but Petr Yan disagrees with that assessment.
Dana White reacts to incredible final round between Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2025
UFC boss Dana White has reacted to the amazing third round between Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr at UFC 320. Last night, Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr went to war on the main card of UFC 320. Following a strong first two rounds from Khalil in which he largely controlled the bout, Jiri was able to battle back in a big way in the third. He was clearly hurting Rountree Jr with several of his shots and finally, he put him out cold with a nasty shot towards the end of the round.
Conor McGregor makes stunning admission about fame throughout UFC career
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 5, 2025
Conor McGregor has never shied away from the limelight, but he recently made quite the admission. McGregor hasn’t stepped inside the UFC Octagon since 2021, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t been busy. The “Notorious” one has several business ventures and has been a part of films such as “Road House.” This past weekend, McGregor helped promote BKFC 82, which was headlined by former UFC veterans Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens.
Jiri Prochazka explains being emotional after Alex Pereira's UFC 320 win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 5, 2025
Jiri Prochazka displayed emotion following Alex Pereira’s emphatic UFC 320 win, and he explained why. Pereira took center stage in the main event of UFC 320 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this past Saturday. “Poatan” was looking for revenge against Magomed Ankalaev, as well as as a second reign with the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Pereira achieved his goal by stopping Ankalaev in the opening frame via TKO.