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Darren Till dubs Jon Jones as the greatest MMA fighter of all time: “I think he runs over Stipe”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2023
Darren Till has high praise for UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Jones is scheduled for his first heavyweight title defense against former two-time UFC heavyweight titleholder Stipe Miocic. The two titans will throw down on November 11 in the main event of UFC 295. The title fight will be held inside Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Conor McGregor encourages Dillon Danis to “make the walk” against Logan Paul: “Pull guard and break his leg”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2023
Conor McGregor is vouching for Dillon Danis to go rogue in his boxing match against Logan Paul. Danis is scheduled to throw leather with Paul on October 14. There’s been a ton of speculation on whether or not Danis will show up to the fight. “El Jefe” recently trolled fans, claiming he was out of the fight before saying he was joking and that people take things too seriously. While Danis insists on showing up, McGregor thinks he should ditch the boxing and tear a limb.
Bryce Mitchell says he choked a deer to death while hunting in the woods: “Slid my left arm in and I proceeded to choke it to death”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2023
When Bryce Mitchell isn’t swinging leather inside the Octagon, he’s choking a deer to death it appears. Mitchell has made waves in the UFC, and it’s not solely because of his MMA skills. The top 10-ranked UFC featherweight also has quite the personality. Mitchell is proud to explore the outdoors and go hunting. This latest story in the adventures of Mitchell, however, is quite a doozy.
UFC CEO Dana White announces end of flag ban: “If any flags hurt your feelings, too f**king bad”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2023
UFC CEO Dana White has put an end to the flag ban. Fight fans were surprised when Joe Pyfer was draped in the American flag following his second-round submission victory over Abdul Razak Alhassan at UFC Vegas 80. There had been a UFC policy in place banning flags inside the Octagon. This was in response to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
MMA community reacts after Usman Nurmagomedov defeats Brent Primus at Bellator 300
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
Tonight’s Bellator 300 event was headlined by a lightweight title fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Brent Primus. Nurmagomedov (18-0 MMA) was looking to earn his second straight lightweight title defense when he took to the cage this evening in California. The undefeated Russian had earned a first-round submission victory over former UFC champion Benson Henderson in his most previous effort at Bellator 292.
Bellator 300 Results: Usman Nurmagomedov defeats Brent Primus (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s Bellator 300 results, including the lightweight title fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Brent Primus. Nurmagomedov (18-0 MMA) will be looking to earn his second straight lightweight title defense this evening in California. The undefeated Russian earned a first-round submission victory over former UFC champion Benson Henderson in his most previous effort at Bellator 292.
MMA community reacts after Cris Cyborg stops Cat Zingano at Bellator 300
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
Tonight’s Bellator 300 event was headlined by a women’s featherweight title fight between Cris Cyborg and Cat Zingano. Cyborg (27-2 MMA) entered the contest on a six-fight winning streak, which includes four straight title defenses. Justino had most previously competed at Bellator 279, where she earned a unanimous decision victory over Arlene Blencowe.
Bellator 300 Results: Cris Cyborg stops Cat Zingano in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s Bellator 300 results, including the featherweight title fight between Cris Cyborg and Cat Zingano. Cyborg (27-2 MMA) will enter the contest on a six-fight winning streak, which includes four straight title defenses. Justino most recently competed at Bellator 279, where she earned a unanimous decision victory over Arlene Blencowe.
UFC Vegas 80 Results: Bobby Green destroys Grant Dawson in under a minute (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 80 results, including the main event between Grant Dawson and Bobby Green. Dawson (20-2-1 MMA) will enter the contest sporting a twelve-fight unbeaten streak, which includes three straight victories under the UFC banner. In his most recent effort this past July, ‘KGD’ defeated Damir Ismagulov by unanimous decision.
UFC Vegas 80 Results: Joe Pyfer stops Abdul Razak Alhassan in Round 2 (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 80 results, including the co-main event between Joe Pyfer and Abdul Razak Alhassan. Pyfer (9-2 MMA) will be looking to extend his current win streak to seven in a row when he takes to the Octagon this evening. ‘Bodybagz’ most recently competed at April’s UFC 287 event, where he scored a first-round TKO victory over Gerald Meerschaert.
UFC Vegas 80 Results: Joaquin Buckley defeats Alex Morono
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 80 results, including the welterweight bout between Alex Morono and Joaquin Buckley. Morono (23-8 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since defeating Tim Means this past May in Charlotte. ‘The Great White’ has gone 5-1 over his past six Octagon appearances overall.
Bellator 300: 'Usman vs. Primus' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
The cage returns to San Diego for tonight’s Bellator 300 event, a 16-bout fight card headlined by Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Brent Primus. Nurmagomedov (17-0 MMA) will be looking to earn his second straight lightweight title defense this evening in California. The undefeated Russian earned a first-round submission victory over former UFC champion Benson Henderson in his most previous effort at Bellator 292.
How and where to watch ONE Fight Night 15 in North America
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 7, 2023
ONE Championship is riding high on the heels of ONE Fight Night 14. The monumental affair left fans in awe with its action-packed bout and historic World Title changes. Now, the world’s largest martial arts organization gears up for another thrilling event — ONE Fight Night 15 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, October 6.
Tawanchai PK Saenchai predicts quick finish of Jo Nattawut at ONE Fight Night 15: "The sooner it ends, the better"
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 7, 2023
Tawanchai PK Saenchai has been on a roll in ONE Championship, finishing his last two opponents in impressive fashion. As the reigning ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Champion gears up for his next assignment, he wants nothing more than another knockout win to add to his highlight reel.
OKTAGON's Pavol Langer not set on UFC ambitions: "I am just focused on my next fight"
Zain Bando - October 7, 2023
Although Pavol Langer is the betting underdog entering his highly-anticipated OKTAGON light heavyweight title fight against Karlos Vemola Saturday in Bratislava, he is taking it one fight at a time. A veteran of 21 fights, winning three straight, Langer has the momentum on his side against a formidable opponent in Vemola. Langer spoke to BJPenn.com ahead of Saturday night to get a feel for his opponent, a potential game plan, and his future in MMA.
Joshua Pacio confident he will finish Mansur Malachiev at ONE Fight Night 15: “I’m going to stop him”
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 6, 2023
Joshua Pacio is gearing up for what could be one of the most pivotal bouts of his career. The former ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion takes on #5-ranked Mansur Malachiev at ONE Fight Night 15 on Prime Video. The matchup airs live in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, October 6.
Derek Brunson books November PFL debut against former champion Ray Cooper III
Josh Evanoff - October 6, 2023
Derek Brunson has booked his first PFL fight opposite former tournament champion Ray Cooper III. The longtime UFC veteran was released out of the blue last month. At the time, Derek Brunson was scheduled for a November fight with Roman Dolidze but chose to part ways with the company. Suddenly, last night, the longtime middleweight contender signed with the PFL. Furthermore, he’s already got his first opponent in the form of Ray Cooper III.
Jake Paul reportedly in early talks with Matt Riddle for potential fight following WWE release
Josh Evanoff - October 6, 2023
Jake Paul is reportedly in talks with Matt Riddle for a potential boxing match next year. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of the ring since a clash with Nate Diaz in August. There, Jake Paul scored a unanimous decision win over the UFC veteran. Since then, the YouTuber-turned-boxer has been quiet about who he might face next, but it might be another former MMA star in the form of Matt Riddle.