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What's next for Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes after UFC Perth?
Cole Shelton - September 29, 2025
The UFC was in Perth, Australia, for a solid UFC Perth card. The main event saw Carlos Ulberg take on Dominick Reyes in a pivotal fight at light heavyweight. Entering the fight, Ulberg was riding an eight-fight winning streak. Reyes, meanwhile, had won three straight fights after he had lost four straight bouts.
Eduardo Granzotto believes previous upset victory proves his superiority over Fabricio Andrey
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 29, 2025
Eduardo Granzotto enters ONE Championship carrying the confidence that comes from conquering a heavily favored opponent. The Brazilian grappler views his IBJJF World Championship victory as validation rather than fortune. He faces Fabricio Andrey in a bantamweight submission grappling rematch at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The 22-year-old CheckMat product makes his promotional debut seeking to prove his earlier victory was no fluke.
Sean O'Malley picks Ilia Topuria over Jon Jones, GSP in UFC GOAT debate
Curtis Calhoun - September 29, 2025
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley believes Ilia Topuria has already cemented himself as the greatest fighter in MMA history. Before a loss to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306, Sean O’Malley had Ilia Topuria in his sights for a potential clash inside the Octagon. At the time, O’Malley was the UFC’s bantamweight champion, while Topuria knocked out Alexander Volkanovski to become the UFC featherweight titleholder.
Cory Sandhagen shares surprising prediction for Merab Dvalishvili fight at UFC 320
Cole Shelton - September 29, 2025
Cory Sandhagen has a surprising prediction for his bantamweight title fight against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 320. Sandhagen enters the bout as a sizable underdog. Many expect Dvalishvili’s cardio and wrestling to be too much for him. However, Sandhagen doesn’t seem too fazed about the odds or people picking against him, as he has confidence in his own game.
Report: Canelo Alvarez out until mid-2026 after undergoing major surgery following Terence Crawford fight
Curtis Calhoun - September 29, 2025
Former super middleweight titleholder Canelo Alvarez will undergo a long hiatus from competition due to injury following his loss to Terence Crawford. Canelo Alvarez’s time atop the super middleweight division came to a stunning halt as he lost to Terence Crawford in their superfight earlier this month in Las Vegas. In one of the biggest boxing matchups in recent years, Crawford outpointed Alvarez unanimously to earn the reigning champ’s super middleweight belts.
Alex Pereira plans to 'put on a show' against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320: 'Going to be a great fight'
Cole Shelton - September 29, 2025
Alex Pereira plans to put on a great performance to reclaim his light heavyweight title against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320. Pereira suffered a decision loss to Ankalaev earlier this year to lose his title, and he’s getting an immediate rematch. Although the first fight wasn’t too close, Pereira is confident that he has all the tools to pull off the upset and reclaim his belt.
UFC 322 adds pivotal lightweight fight to MSG card headlined by Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 29, 2025
A new bout has been added to the UFC 322 card. RMC Sports Combat first brought word that a 155-pound tilt between Beneil Dariush and Benoit Saint Denis has been booked for the Nov. 15 card. For Saint Denis, it’s a chance to make his way to the top 10 rankings. As for Dariush, he wants to keep his hold at the No. 9 spot against the No. 13-ranked Saint Denis.
Man who knocked out Wanderlei Silva in post-fight brawl explains his actions
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 29, 2025
Wanderlei Silva was brutally knocked out following a disqualification loss this past weekend, and the attacker has explained his actions. Silva was disqualified in his Spaten Fight Night 2 main event against Acelino Freitas. “The Axe Murderer” headbutted Freitas, which enraged his opponent’s corner. A brawl took place once the fight was over and Silva was knocked out cold by a man who ended up being Freitas’ son, Rafael.
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira may have greased in their first fight
Harry Kettle - September 29, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev has suggested that Alex Pereira may have been greasing during their first fight earlier this year. At UFC 313 earlier this year, Magomed Ankalaev defeated Alex Pereira to become the new UFC light heavyweight champion. It was the moment he’d waited his entire career for, and it had finally arrived. Now, at UFC 320 on Saturday night, the two will run it back as ‘Big Ank’ attempts to successfully defend the strap for the first time.
Dana White will cave and let Jon Jones fight at UFC White House, says former champion
Harry Kettle - September 29, 2025
Henry Cejudo believes that Dana White will eventually cave and allow Jon Jones to fight at the White House next year. Right now, there’s a lot of talk about next summer’s UFC White House event. While we obviously won’t know about any of the fights scheduled for the card for quite a few months to come, big names like Conor McGregor and Jon Jones have been mentioned as possible candidates to headline this historic show for the promotion.
Jorge Masvidal calls for UFC White House showdown with rival Leon Edwards
Harry Kettle - September 29, 2025
Former UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal has called for a collision with rival Leon Edwards at the White House next year. Once upon a time, Jorge Masvidal was one of the biggest names in mixed martial arts – and perhaps combat sports as a whole. He had an incredible year in which he defeated Darren Till, Ben Askren and Nate Diaz to vault himself into title contention. However, after consecutive losses at the hands of Kamaru Usman, ‘Gamebred’ fell right back down the pecking order.
UFC boss Dana White gives his thoughts on the importance of free speech
Harry Kettle - September 29, 2025
UFC boss Dana White has given his opinion on the importance of free speech, including for those on the roster. There are a couple of topics that Dana White regularly has to contend with when it comes to his many interactions with the media. One of the big ones is fighter pay, and another is the topic of free speech. There have been plenty of fighters on his roster over the years who have said and done some pretty crazy things but more often than not, their actions go unpunished by the UFC.
Hu Yong and Sanzhar Zakirov exchange heated words before potential ONE Flyweight MMA World Title eliminator
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 29, 2025
Hu Yong promises to end Sanzhar Zakirov’s perfect record with devastating knockout power. The Chinese striker dismisses the undefeated Uzbek contender as lacking the tools necessary to survive elite competition. He faces Zakirov in a pivotal flyweight MMA clash at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The #5-ranked “Wolf Warrior” enters this possible title eliminator against the #4-ranked “Tornado” carrying momentum from his recent knockout victories.
Nabil Anane defends ONE Muay Thai World Title against Jonathan Haggerty in Tokyo showdown
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 28, 2025
Nabil Anane faces his most dangerous challenger yet when he puts his undisputed ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title on the line. The towering champion meets former two-sport king Jonathan Haggerty in a battle between elite strikers seeking dominance. He defends his strap against Haggerty at ONE 173 on Sunday, November 16, inside Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 21-year-old Algerian-Thai enters this blockbuster defense carrying the momentum of his spectacular rise through the division.
Dominick Reyes reacts to UFC Perth KO loss against Carlos Ulberg
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 28, 2025
Dominick Reyes is in good spirits following a knockout loss this past Saturday. Reyes was in a pivotal light heavyweight matchup with Carlos Ulberg in the UFC Perth headliner. The bout ended in the opening frame when Ulberg delivered a one-two combination that sent Reyes crashing to the canvas. Ulberg finished the fight via knockout and he figures to be in prime position to challenge the winner of the UFC 320 rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira.
Israel Adesanya no longer interested in marquee UFC fight: 'I've moved on'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 28, 2025
Israel Adesanya is no longer seeking a rematch with an unexpected rival. Fans won’t soon forget one of the biggest upsets in combat sports history back in Sept. 2023. Adesanya put the UFC Middleweight Championship at stake against Sean Strickland. “The Last Stylebender” had no answer for the relentless pressure of Strickland, and he dropped the 185-pound title via unanimous decision.
UFC exec reacts to 'strange' referee decision during Neil Magny vs. Jake Matthews fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 28, 2025
The UFC Perth bout between Neil Magny and Jake Matthews ended in controversy, and one executive has responded. Magny and Matthews shared the Octagon inside RAC Arena in Perth this past Saturday. Referee Jim Perdios officiated the bout, and he caused a stir at the end of the opening frame. Matthews locked in a choke and Perdios appeared to wave the fight off just before the horn. Magny immediately protested, and Perdios ruled that it was the end of the round. Ultimately, Magny mounted a comeback victory in the third round via submission.
Carlos Ulberg offers to be UFC 320 backup following KO win over Dominick Reyes
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 28, 2025
Carlos Ulberg emerged victorious at UFC Perth in sensational fashion, and he’s eyeing an emergency backup spot for Oct. 4. Ulberg shared the Octagon with Dominick Reyes inside RAC Arena in Perth this past Saturday. It was a pivotal clash in the light heavyweight division. Ulberg dropped his opponent with a one-two combination and finished it off with follow-up punches for the first-round knockout victory.