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Brian Ortega shakes up the featherweight rankings following win at UFC Mexico City
Harry Kettle - February 27, 2024
UFC star Brian Ortega has made his way up in the featherweight rankings following his win last weekend. On Saturday night, Brian Ortega went head to head with Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City. Despite a freak injury and a poor start to the first round, Ortega eventually turned things around and picked up a convincing win. Now, many are wondering what’s going to be next for him in the division.
Jorge Masvidal confirms that he is “definitely” coming out of retirement: “I can’t go out on a f**king L”
Harry Kettle - February 27, 2024
Former UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal has confirmed that he intends on officially coming out of retirement. Following a defeat to Gilbert Burns last April, Jorge Masvidal retired from professional mixed martial arts. It served as his fourth straight defeat, bringing his overall record to 35-17. While he didn’t always get his hand raised, ‘Gamebred’ certainly knew how to make an impact both in the cage and on the microphone.
Aljamain Sterling believes he could “exploit” the wrestling of both Brian Ortega and Yair Rodriguez after watching UFC Mexico City
Harry Kettle - February 27, 2024
Aljamain Sterling believes he could find success against Brian Ortega and Yair Rodriguez through his wrestling. At UFC 300, Aljamain Sterling will attempt to make a winning start to life at featherweight as he prepares to battle Calvin Kattar. The expectation is that it’ll be an all-action affair, with Sterling beginning his pursuit of a second world title.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 155 with David Feldman, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, and Steven Peterson
Cole Shelton - February 27, 2024
The 155th episode of Just Scrap Radio is live to preview UFC Vegas 87 and talk about the latest in combat sports. We’re first joined by BKFC founder David Feldman (1:16). Next, 12th-ranked UFC heavyweight Jairzinho Rozenstruik (16:01) comes on. Closing out the show is former UFC featherweight Steven Peterson (24:45).
What's next for Brandon Royval and Brandon Moreno after UFC Mexico City?
Cole Shelton - February 26, 2024
In the main event of UFC Mexico City, top three flyweights threw down as Brandon Moreno took on Brandon Royval in a rematch from their 2020 fight. Moreno entered the fight coming off a decision loss to Alexandre Pantoja in July to lose his flyweight title. Royval, meanwhile, also lost to Pantoja by decision back in December for the flyweight title.
Francisco Prado's coach clarifies “you don’t need your eyes” comment from UFC Mexico City
Susan Cox - February 26, 2024
Francisco Prado’s coach is clarifying his ‘you don’t need your eyes’ comment from UFC Mexico City. UFC Mexico City took place this past Saturday, February 24th.
Former UFC fighter Mike Perry sounds off on “childish” Dana White
Susan Cox - February 26, 2024
Former UFC fighter, Mike Perry, is sounding off on the ‘childish’ antics of Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White. UFC CEO Dana White praised Merab Dvalishivili (17-4 MMA) after his unanimous decision victory over Henry Cejudo (16-4 MMA) at UFC 298 earlier this month. With the win ‘The Machine’ has an incredible 10 consecutive victories in the Octagon.
Michael Bisping, Chael Sonnen, and more to testify on UFC's behalf at antitrust trial in April
Josh Evanoff - February 26, 2024
UFC employees such as Michael Bisping and Chael Sonnen will likely be testifying in April. In 2014, several former fighters including the likes of Nate Quarry and Cung Le began suing the UFC. The claim made by the former athletes is that the promotion has illegally abused its power by operating effectively as a monopoly in MMA. They secured dominance by buying out competitors such as PRIDE and Strikeforce, enabling them to pay as little as 13% of revenue.
Jon Jones vows to defeat Francis Ngannou before MMA career is over, 'The Predator' responds: "You're f*cking fat!"
Josh Evanoff - February 26, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is confident that he will one day meet PFL star Francis Ngannou. ‘Bones’ appeared at PFL vs. Bellator over the weekend in Saudi Arabia. However, Jon Jones was there seemingly in a ceremonial role, as he was still healing from a torn pec. The heavyweight champion suffered the injury preparing for a fight with Stipe Miocic last fall and is expected to be out of action for most of this year.
WATCH | UFC champion Alex Pereira grapples with Polyana Viana in his kitchen
Josh Evanoff - February 26, 2024
Ahead of his return at UFC 300 in April, Alex Pereira is getting in some work with Polyana Viana. ‘Poatan’ recently signed a deal to face Jamahal Hill at the milestone event in just two months. Alex Pereira famously won the title that ‘Sweet Dreams’ never lost in November, with a knockout win over Jiri Prochazka. For his part, Hill has been out of action since a unanimous decision win over Glover Teixeira last January.
Brandon Royval reveals he likely tore his MCL in first minute of UFC Mexico City main event against Brandon Moreno
Cole Shelton - February 26, 2024
Brandon Royval had to fight through a serious injury during his UFC Mexico City main event fight against Brandon Moreno. Royval stepped up on short notice to rematch Moreno, in a fight he was a sizeable underdog in. In the first minute of the fight, ‘Raw Dawg’ appeared to injure his knee, as he even mentioned it after the first round to his corner.
Gilbert Burns claims Belal Muhammad doesn't deserve a title shot, 'Remember The Name' claps back: "This bum has done nothing"
Cole Shelton - February 26, 2024
Gilbert Burns doesn’t think Belal Muhammad deserves a welterweight title shot. Burns and Muhammad fought last May in the co-main event of UFC 288, with Muhammad winning a clear-cut five-round decision. Since then, neither Muhammad nor Burns has fought as ‘The Remember The Name’ is looking to fight for the belt next time out. However, Burns doesn’t think Muhammad should get the next title shot.
Joshua Pacio seeks redemption performance in rematch against Jarred Brooks
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 26, 2024
Joshua Pacio knows precisely what he needs to do to reclaim the ONE Strawweight MMA World Championship. His road back to glory runs through a familiar opponent in Jarred Brooks. The rematch takes place at ONE 166: Qatar, emanating live from the majestic Lusail Sports Arena on Friday, March 1.
Henry Cejudo calls out Brandon Moreno for UFC 306 grudge match at The Sphere
Harry Kettle - February 26, 2024
UFC star Henry Cejudo wants to square off with Brandon Moreno in a grudge match at UFC 306 later this year. While Cejudo has impressed during his return to the Octagon, he has yet to get a win on the board. He has suffered close losses to Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili, putting a dent in his bantamweight title hopes. Despite this, ‘Triple C’ has made it crystal clear that he has no plans to retire again just yet.
Nate Diaz targets Octagon return for UFC 306 at The Sphere in Las Vegas
Harry Kettle - February 26, 2024
Former UFC fighter Nate Diaz has revealed that he wants to return to the Octagon at UFC 306 later this year. Despite being 38 years of age, Nate Diaz is still one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts. The veteran has done a lot in his career, with his two-fight series against Conor McGregor really putting him on the mainstream map. Nowadays, he’s enjoying life away from the UFC, most recently in a boxing match against Jake Paul.
Sean Strickland responds to “upset” Navy Seal following remarks about protecting freedom: “The sand people aren't taking away my freedoms”
Harry Kettle - February 26, 2024
UFC star Sean Strickland has responded to a Navy Seal who wasn’t happy with some of his recent remarks. If there’s one thing we know to be true about Sean Strickland, it’s that he doesn’t mind upsetting people. The former UFC middleweight champion speaks his mind, and doesn’t particularly care who he offends.
Brandon Royval wants to play spoiler at UFC 301 following split nod over Brandon Moreno: "I'm going to keep spoiling parties"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 25, 2024
Brandon Royval played spoiler at UFC Mexico City, and it’s a role that he can get used to. Royval had a rematch with former two-time UFC Flyweight Champion Brandon Moreno at UFC Mexico City last night. The 125-pound scrap went all five rounds and Royval was awarded the split decision victory. Now that Royval got some revenge in enemy territory, he doesn’t feel he’s done ruining homecomings.
Dana White reacts to Brian Ortega’s impressive comeback win over Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 25, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has reacted to Brian Ortega bouncing back after near-disaster against Yair Rodriguez. During fighter introductions for his UFC Mexico City fight against “El Pantera,” Ortega appeared to roll his ankle while warming up. He then had had a shaky opening round, which saw his nose get busted up by Yair. Ortega was able to settled down and secured an arm triangle choke to force the submission in the third round.