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Israel Adesanya shares some strategic advice for Johnny Walker ahead of his fight with Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 294
Susan Cox - October 20, 2023
Israel Adesanya is sharing some strategic advice for Johnny Walker ahead of his fight with Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 294. It will be Johnny Walker (21-7 MMA) vs Magomed Ankalaev (17-1 MMA) in a light heavyweight bout tomorrow, Saturday, October 21st at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
Khamzat Chimaev reveals his new UFC contract is worth millions: “More than $20 million”
Susan Cox - October 20, 2023
Khamzat Chimaev is revealing that his new UFC contract is worth millions. It was ‘ESPN’s Brett Okamoto that broke the news that an agreement for a new long-term contract has been confirmed between the UFC and Khamzat Chimaev.
Tawanchai PK Saenchai vs. Superbon Singha Mawynn to headline ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 20, 2023
The much-awaited showdown between Tawanchai PK Saenchai and Superbon Singha Mawynn has been rebooked as the main event of ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. The five-round clash for Tawanchai’s ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Title happens at the historic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. It airs live in U.S. primetime on December 8.
Danielle Kelly delighted to turn world title dream into reality: “I envisioned this”
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 20, 2023
At ONE Fight Night 14 on Prime Video this past September, Danielle Kelly accomplished a feat that she had been dreaming about for years. She defeated Jessa Khan by unanimous decision in a rematch. Not only that, but she captured the inaugural ONE Atomweight Submission Grappling World Title.
"Supergirl" vs. Cristina Morales rebooked for ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 20, 2023
The long-awaited atomweight kickboxing showdown between Anna “Supergirl” Jaroonsak and Cristina Morales now takes place at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video. This three-round bout is set to grace the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. It will broadcast in North America through Prime Video live on November 3.
Johnny Walker foresees stoppage win over Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 294
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2023
UFC star Johnny Walker has explained his path to victory against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 294 this weekend. Tomorrow night, Johnny Walker will go head to head with Magomed Ankalaev in the biggest fight of his mixed martial arts career so far. If he can pick up a statement win, there’s every chance he’ll be in line for a title shot in his next outing.
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev calls for a rematch between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2023
Islam Makhachev has called on the UFC to book a lightweight title eliminator rematch between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje. This weekend, Islam Makhachev was initially scheduled to defend his UFC lightweight championship against Charles Oliveira. Unfortunately, due to a cut in training, Oliveira was forced to pull out. Now, Alexander Volkanovski will be taking his place for a rematch of his own.
Daniel Cormier explains why he would have advised Alexander Volkanovski to “hold off” on accepting Islam Makhachev rematch at UFC 294
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2023
Daniel Cormier has explained why he would’ve advised Alexander Volkanovski against a short notice meeting with Islam Makhachev. This weekend at UFC 294, Alexander Volkanovski will attempt to do the unthinkable. With less than two weeks to prepare, he will step in and battle Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight championship. It will serve as the second time he’s done so following their collision at the start of the year, which ended in a decision win for Makhachev.
Fabricio Andrade believes Jonathan Haggerty is in for “very difficult fight” at ONE Fight Night 16
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 20, 2023
Fabricio Andrade faces Jonathan Haggerty for the vacant ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Championship. This five-round bout is scheduled to headline ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 3.
Max Holloway breaks down Makhachev-Volkanovski 2: "It's gonna be a tough fight"
Zain Bando - October 19, 2023
Former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway was back for another edition of “Blessed Breakdowns,” as he previewed UFC 294, taking place Saturday morning (in the United States), which will be live from Abu Dhabi. The main event features the highly-anticipated rematch between current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and featherweight kingpin Alexander Volkanovski.
John Kavanagh says Conor McGregor is "very hungry" to make "inevitable return"
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2023
John Kavanagh says Conor McGregor is getting antsy to make his MMA return. McGregor has not fought since July of 2021 when he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier in the trilogy match. Since then, he has been rehabbing his leg and finally re-entered the USADA testing pool as he expects to return to the Octagon sometime in 2024.
UFC parts ways with former title challenger Jennifer Maia after recent loss
Josh Evanoff - October 19, 2023
The UFC has parted ways with Jennifer Maia after her recent loss. The Brazilian is fresh off her return opposite Viviane Araujo earlier this month at UFC Vegas 81. Leading into that bout, Jennifer Maia was riding a two-fight winning streak. defeating Casey O’Neill and Maryna Moroz. Sadly for the former title challenger, her winning streak came to a close earlier this month.
Conor McGregor backing Khamzat Chimaev's move to middleweight: "A perfect fight for the Chechen"
Josh Evanoff - October 19, 2023
Former UFC dual-weight champion Conor McGregor is a fan of Khamzat Chimaev’s move to 185 pounds. ‘Borz’ is set to face Kamaru Usman this Saturday night at UFC 294. For Khamzat Chimaev, the fight will be his first since a submission win over Kevin Holland last September. As many fans likely remember, that bout only came together after the Chechen badly missed weight for a scheduled fight against Nate Diaz.
Cain Velasquez opens up on struggles in jail after arrest: "Appreciate what you have"
Josh Evanoff - October 19, 2023
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has opened up a bit about his legal situation. In February 2022, the former MMA fighter was arrested on charges of attempted murder, as well as a litany of other charges. Cain Velasquez reportedly fired several times after a car in traffic, and struck one man inside the car. The news frankly shocked the UFC world, considering the fighter’s strong reputation as a family man, and kind individual.
'Biased' Dana White believes UFC 294 will outsell Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury: "You want to see the best fight the best"
Josh Evanoff - October 19, 2023
Dana White is a bit biased, but he believes that UFC 294 will be the biggest event of the month. Earlier today, the UFC 294 press conference went down from Abu Dhabi. As one would expect, the main event fighters, Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski were talkative and went back and forth. As did the co-main event with Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev being tense, in a conversation moderated by Dana White.
Georges St-Pierre reveals he was set to grapple Nick Diaz in December before an injury postponed it
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2023
Georges St-Pierre was supposed to grapple at a UFC Fight Pass event in December but that won’t happen after all. The UFC announced that St-Pierre would return to competition to grapple in December, but no opponent was revealed. Demian Maia was among the many fighters to campaign to grapple the Canadian legend, but Georges St-Pierre revealed the opponent would be Nick Diaz. Unfortunately, both men have suffered injuries while training so the grappling match has now been postponed.
Dana White places blame on Jon Jones’ coaches for the UFC 151 debacle
Susan Cox - October 19, 2023
Dana White is placing the blame of Jon Jones’ coaches for the UFC 151 debacle. One may ask why Dana White is speaking about UFC 151 which took place all the way back in September of 2012 – yes 11 years ago.
UFC 294 | Pro fighters make their picks for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2023
On the main card of UFC 294, a pivotal light heavyweight bout goes down as Magomed Ankalaev takes on Johnny Walker. Heading into the fight, Ankalaev is a sizeable -390 favorite while the Brazilian is a +280 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their predictions for the scrap. The pros agree with the odds as they expect Ankalaev to cruise to a decision win here and likely cement himself as the next title contender.