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Merab Dvalishvili goes on social media rampage against Petr Yan just days after UFC 323
Curtis Calhoun - December 10, 2025
It didn’t take long for tensions to ramp back up between Merab Dvalishvili and Petr Yan after their rematch at UFC 323. Petr Yan got his revenge against Merab Dvalishvili last weekend in the UFC 323 main event. More than two years after Dvalishvili put on a history-making performance in their first fight, Yan outpointed Dvalishvili by unanimous decision, showcasing a ‘master class’ in the eyes of analyst Joe Rogan.
Islam Makhachev criticizes UFC for refusing to award Arman Tsarukyan the next lightweight title shot
Curtis Calhoun - December 10, 2025
Islam Makhachev came to his former rival Arman Tsarukyan’s defense after the recent announcement of the Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett fight. Arman Tsarukyan will have to wait a while longer for another shot at the UFC lightweight belt after UFC CEO Dana White’s recent remarks.
Paddy Pimblett lays out his ideal plan to become champ-champ after UFC 324
Cole Shelton - December 10, 2025
Paddy Pimblett has his eyes set on becoming a two-division UFC champion. Pimblett is set to headline UFC 324 on January 24 against Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title. The winner of the fight is expected to face Ilia Topuria for the undisputed lightweight title later in 2026.
Mario Bautista set to headline UFC Vegas 113 against dangerous knockout artist
Curtis Calhoun - December 10, 2025
UFC bantamweight contender Mario Bautista will reportedly headline UFC Vegas 113 at the Apex opposite one of the division’s surging stars. Mario Bautista’s bid for a UFC bantamweight title shot came to a screeching halt as he lost to former title challenger Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 321 earlier this year. After an eight-fight win streak entering UFC 321, Bautista fell to Nurmagomedov by unanimous decision.
Jack Della Maddalena called out by rising UFC welterweight contender
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 10, 2025
Jack Della Maddalena has a willing dance partner when he’s ready to step back inside the UFC Octagon. Maddalena recently lost the UFC Welterweight Championship to Islam Makhachev inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. “JDM” tried to create opportunities, but the elite grappling of Makhachev paved the way for a new 170-pound king.
Former UFC champion Dricus du Plessis slammed for 'ducking' top contender
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 10, 2025
A top UFC middleweight contender believes Dricus du Plessis is avoiding him. Back in August, du Plessis lost the 185-pound gold to Khamzat Chimaev in one-sided fashion. Chimaev was in control for nearly 22 minutes and du Plessis couldn’t get anything going. It was a total wipeout and many are wondering what “Stillknocks” will do next.
Maycee Barber gives emotional response when asked about return from injury
Harry Kettle - December 10, 2025
UFC star Maycee Barber has given her thoughts on the road back to the Octagon after her UFC 323 victory over Karine Silva. Last Saturday night at UFC 323, Maycee Barber made her big return to the cage after an extended period of time away due to some health problems. She was able to defeat Karine Silva and in doing so, she vaulted herself right back into contention in the women’s flyweight title picture.
Joshua Van should defend title before Alexandre Pantoja rematch, says Daniel Cormier
Harry Kettle - December 10, 2025
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier believes Joshua Van should defend his title against Tatsuro Taira prior to Alexandre Pantoja returning. Last Saturday night at UFC 323, Joshua Van became the new UFC flyweight champion. However, it happened under unfortunate circumstances, as Alexandre Pantoja suffered an arm injury that rendered him unable to continue less than a minute into the first round.
Khamzat Chimaev is not keen on Nassourdine Imavov bout: "There will be a lot of drama between the Dagestan and Chechen people"
Dylan Bowker - December 9, 2025
While Khamzat Chimaev and Nassourdine Imavov both sit in the upper echelon of the UFC middleweight division, a clash between the two does not seem imminent if the former has his say in matters. This was imparted by the reigning UFC middleweight champion during a recent interview with ESPN MMA. An excerpt of the chat was posted by X account @RedCorner_MMA as Khamzat Chimaev addressed the number two contender in the weight category he helms over, with Chimaev saying,
Paddy Pimblett predicts he will KO Justin Gaethje: "I don’t see him getting past the third round"
Dylan Bowker - December 9, 2025
Paddy Pimblett foresees a finish transpiring in his Justin Gaethje fight and envisions that stoppage coming by way of strikes. Piblett and Gathej are set to do battle for the interim UFC lightweight title in their headlining bout at UFC 324 in January. During an interview with Red Corner MMA, with an excerpt of the chat posted to the X account @Home_of_Fight, as Pimblett said,
Panpayak seeks fresh start in kickboxing: "I need to develop myself even more if I want to return to greatness"
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 9, 2025
Panpayak Jitmuangnon meets Zhao Chongyang in flyweight kickboxing at ONE Friday Fights 136 on Thursday, December 12, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 29-year-old Thai legend requested the switch after a first-round stoppage loss to Asadula Imangazaliev at ONE Friday Fights 122. The head-kick knockout ended a difficult stretch that saw him alternate between wins and losses across six promotional appearances.
Mongolia's president honors Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu after historic world title win: "Adding a new chapter"
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 9, 2025
Mongolia President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh personally congratulated Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu following his stunning fourth-round submission victory over Fabricio Andrade at ONE Fight Night 38 on Friday, December 5, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 36-year-old entered as the #4-ranked bantamweight contender facing a dominant champion who’d never tasted defeat inside ONE Championship under MMA rules. But Baatarkhuu turned the impossible into reality. He scored a rear-naked choke at 1:33 of the fourth round that forced the Brazilian to tap.
Henry Cejudo issues lengthy statement following retirement after UFC 323 loss: 'I gave it everything I had'
Cole Shelton - December 9, 2025
Henry Cejudo issued a lengthy statement following his retirement. Cejudo suffered a decision loss to Payton Talbott at UFC 323 on Saturday, which was his retirement fight. Although Cejudo lost his final fight, he was happy with how he went out.
UFC legend defends Joshua Van from criticism of celebration after Alexandre Pantoja's graphic injury at UFC 323
Curtis Calhoun - December 9, 2025
Former UFC star Matt Brown believes Joshua Van is facing unfair criticism of his UFC 323 post-fight celebration. Joshua Van earned the UFC flyweight championship under unideal circumstances last weekend at UFC 323.
Demetrious Johnson blames himself for Henry Cejudo's four-fight skid after UFC retirement reversal
Curtis Calhoun - December 9, 2025
Future UFC Hall of Famer Demetrious Johnson blames himself for Henry Cejudo’s failed second chapter after his send-off at UFC 323. Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo dropped the gloves after a unanimous decision loss to Payton Talbott last weekend at UFC 323. After ending his three-year retirement in 2023, Cejudo suffered four-straight defeats to end his career, including losses to Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling.
Jamahal Hill addresses viral Joanna Jedrzejczyk altercation and threat at UFC 323
Curtis Calhoun - December 9, 2025
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill shared his side of the viral altercation with Joanna Jedrzejczyk at UFC 323. Jamahal Hill and Joanna Jedrzejczyk were involved in a heated altercation while attending UFC 323 last Saturday in Las Vegas. In now-viral footage, Hill can be heard threatening to ‘knock the f— out of’ Jedrzejczyk as UFC security personnel intervened.
Gina Carano's coach thinks MMA comeback is possible if she wants it
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 9, 2025
If Gina Carano were to make an MMA comeback, she’d have the full support of her coach. Carano recently turned some heads after she posted new training footage. In the caption of the post, Carano wrote, “Grateful to be here for my health, the people around me, the people who inspire me and the desire to do better.”
UFC 323's Joshua Van gains support amid criticism for celebrating marred title win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 9, 2025
Joshua Van has been under some scrutiny following UFC 323, but a retired fan favorite is coming to his defense. Van shared the Octagon with Alexandre Pantoja for just 26 seconds this past Saturday. Van was challenging for the UFC Flyweight Championship. Early on, Pantoja injured his shoulder while trying to break his fall. The fight was called off and Van was awarded the win.