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Conor McGregor rejects any sort of retirement talk ahead of UFC return: "It's to the motherf*cking grave"
Josh Evanoff - March 28, 2024
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has no plans of retiring anytime soon. ‘The Notorious’ is currently on the comeback trail, having not competed in nearly three years. Conor McGregor famously took time off after breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier in July 2021, to heal, and also film Road House. However, with the remake of the 80s classic now released, the Irishman is hoping to return this summer.
Georges St-Pierre details the strategy he would have used against Khabib Nurmagomedov
Susan Cox - March 28, 2024
Georges St-Pierre is detailing the strategy he would have used in a fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov. It indeed would have been the super fight that never was as both St-Pierre and Nurmagomedov are now retired.
UFC 305 set for August 18 in Perth, Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya reportedly in discussions
Susan Cox - March 28, 2024
UFC 305 is set for August 18th at the RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia and it’s been reported that Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya is in discussions. The last time the promotion was in Australia was in September of 2023 at UFC 293 which took place at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney.
Andre Petroski plans to continue to prove he's the best grappler at middleweight by beating Jacob Malkoun at UFC Atlantic City
Cole Shelton - March 28, 2024
Andre Petroski has made it clear that he believes he’s the best grappler in the middleweight division and he wants to continue to prove that. Petroski has been calling out the top grapplers since signing with the UFC and had a ton of success early on. However, in his last fight, he stepped up on short notice to face Michel Pereira and he suffered a first-round knockout loss.
Brendan Schaub believes Conor McGregor is undoubtedly the most underpaid UFC fighter of all time: “No one wants to hear this”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
Former MMA fighter Brendan Schaub believes that Conor McGregor is the most underpaid UFC fighter of all time. As we know, Conor McGregor is the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts. He has broken numerous records throughout his time in the sport, and it’s clear to see the impact he’s had on the overall value and success of the UFC.
Cory Sandhagen explains why he likes Sean O’Malley’s chances in upcoming UFC title fight with Merab Dvalishvili: “He’s that much better of a striker”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
UFC bantamweight Cory Sandhagen has explained why he likes Sean O’Malley’s chances in a title showdown with Merab Dvalishvili. Following his win over Marlon Vera at UFC 299, Sean O’Malley made it clear that he’s open to whatever challenge comes his way next. According to the man himself, the next contender for his bantamweight championship will be none other than Merab Dvalishvili.
Javier Mendez refutes Daniel Cormier's claim that Islam Makhachev is more dangerous than Khabib Nurmagomedov: “Nobody is more dangerous”
Harry Kettle - March 28, 2024
Coach Javier Mendez has disagreed with Daniel Cormier’s claim that Islam Makhachev is more dangerous than Khabib Nurmagomedov. Over the course of the last few years, Islam Makhachev has firmly established himself as the king of the lightweight division. Of course, prior to that, there was one man who stood tall above the rest at 155 pounds – his close friend Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Denis Puric guarantees decisive finish against Jacob Smith: "It’s lights out"
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 28, 2024
Denis Puric plans to steal the show when he returns to action in U.S. primetime on April 5. “The Bosnian Menace” squares off with #2-ranked contender Jacob Smith in a flyweight Muay Thai clash at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This event broadcasts live from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Chris Weidman rules out retirement after UFC Atlantic City: "I still have more to offer"
Cole Shelton - March 27, 2024
Chris Weidman plans to continue fighting after UFC Atlantic City. Weidman is set to face Bruno Silva on Saturday at UFC Atlantic City in an intriguing matchup. It’s a crucial fight for the former champ’s career as he enters the fight on a two-fight losing skid, and many thought he would retire following his last loss to Brad Tavares.
Corey Anderson reflects on emotional title win at Bellator 302: "Hard to put into words"
Josh Evanoff - March 27, 2024
Corey Anderson is happy to finally be the Bellator light-heavyweight champion. ‘Overtime’ made his return to the cage at Bellator 302 over the weekend in Ireland. The bout was Corey Anderson’s first, since a split-decision victory over Phil Davis last summer. In the former UFC fighter’s return, he faced the rising Irish prospect, Karl Moore. The two competed for the light-heavyweight title that Vadim Nemkov left vacant earlier this year.
Luke Rockhold signs with Karate Combat, set to debut against Bellator veteran Joe Schilling
Cole Shelton - March 27, 2024
Luke Rockhold has signed with Karate Combat and he has his debut set. The former UFC middleweight champion has been a free agent for over a year and has now signed with Karate Combat, he announced on his social media. Rockhold will make his promotional debut at Karate Combat 45 on April 20 in Dubai against longtime Bellator veteran, Joe Schilling.
Charles Oliveira pushes back on Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier: "I'm next in line"
Josh Evanoff - March 27, 2024
Former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira doesn’t buy into talk of Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier. Over the last few weeks, the two lightweights have been going back and forth over a potential fight in June. It makes a little bit of sense, as ‘The Diamond’ has recently returned to the win column with a knockout win over Benoit Saint-Denis. While Islam Makhachev isn’t excited about facing Dustin Poirier next, he wants to get active.
Raquel Pennington explains why she wants Julianna Pena and not Kayla Harrison as her first title defense
Cole Shelton - March 27, 2024
Raquel Pennington is hoping for her first title defense to be against Julianna Pena. Pennington won the vacant 135lbs title back in January with a decision win over Mayra Bueno Silva. Since then, she has been waiting for her first title defense, which she expects to happen in the fall. One possible opponent for Pennington’s first title defense is Kayla Harrison, who recently signed with the promotion and will make her debut opposite Holly Holm at UFC 300.
VIDEO | Former ESPN reporter confuses Dana White for Joe Rogan in horrific interview gaffe
Josh Evanoff - March 27, 2024
It’s apparently not as easy to discern UFC President Dana White and Joe Rogan as one would assume. Earlier today, the promoter appeared on Sage Steele’s podcast. The former reporter famously left ESPN last August, after a lengthy legal battle with the company. Like many, she quickly created a podcast, and felt that Dana White would be a great guest. Despite his promises not to, the UFC CEO continues to make podcast appearances.
MMA legend Randy Couture explains why he’s concerned with the UFC anti-trust lawsuit settlement: “There’s no injunctive relief”
Susan Cox - March 27, 2024
MMA legend Randy Couture is explaining why he’s concerned with the UFC anti-trust lawsuit settlement. ‘The Natural’ (19-11 MMA) was inducted into the Ultimate Fighting Championship Hall of Fame in 2006. During his tenure Couture was a 3-time UFC World Heavyweight Champion & 2-time UFC World Light Heavyweight Champion. Couture retired from competition at the age of 47 after having fought for the UFC from 1997 through to 2011.
Former UFC champions Luke Rockhold and Tyron Woodley to serve as coaches on TUF-like series for Hardcore FC
Susan Cox - March 27, 2024
Former UFC champions Luke Rockhold and Tyron Woodley are to serve as coaches on a TUF-like series for Hardcore FC. The reality series will be called ‘HFC Fight Show’ and will be filmed in the United Arab Emirates over the next six weeks.
André Lima explains why he honestly feels “so sorry” for Igor Severino: “I know the same journey I had, he had too”
Susan Cox - March 27, 2024
André Lima is explaining why he honestly feels ‘so sorry’ for his UFC Vegas 89 opponent Igor Serverino. It was André Lima (8-0 MMA) vs. Igor Serverino (8-1 MMA) in a flyweight bout this past weekend at UFC Vegas 89. The 20-year-old Serverino suffered his first loss in the cage by disqualification (biting). Lima would go undefeated and win a fight (‘bite’) of the night bonus.
Dana White names the one bad thing about dealing with Conor McGregor: “The guy doesn't show up on time”
Harry Kettle - March 27, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has named one bad thing about dealing with mixed martial arts superstar Conor McGregor. Another day, another layer of uncertainty regarding the return of ‘Notorious’. The Irishman has been teasing a comeback for a long time now, but at this moment in time, no announcement has been formally made.