MMA News
Conor McGregor issues a warning to Mike Perry ahead of BKFC return
Harry Kettle - September 25, 2025
UFC legend Conor McGregor has issued a warning to Mike Perry ahead of his return fight for BKFC next weekend. As we look ahead to the future, it certainly seems as if Conor McGregor is interested in pursuing a return to the Octagon. He’s made it crystal clear that he wants to come back in time for the UFC White House event, but what we don’t know is whether or not he’ll make another appearance before that. If he doesn’t, there’s always a chance he tests the waters over in the world of bare-knuckle boxing.
Nico Carrillo vs. Luke Lessei, plus more added to ONE Fight Night 37
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 25, 2025
Nico Carrillo vs. Luke Lessei is among four thrilling additions to ONE Fight Night 37. The Scottish powerhouse faces the dangerous American striker in a featherweight Muay Thai showcase designed to produce fireworks. Carrillo meets Lessei on Friday, November 7, in Bangkok, Thailand. The #4-ranked Scottish striker returns to featherweight action after successfully transitioning from bantamweight following his shocking title loss to Nabil Anane.
UFC Perth's Loma Lookboonmee on "the real battle" that awaits her in Australia
Dylan Bowker - September 24, 2025
Loma Lookboonmee takes on a challenge bigger than any singular opponent that could stand across the cage from her when she steps in there for battle. The Bangtao Muay Thai product will clash with Alexia Thainara as part of UFC’s foray into Perth, Australia on September 27th in an intriguing strawweight fight. Loma Lookboonmee appeared on Bowks Talking Bouts to touch on several subjects ahead of this fight and when touching upon her viewpoints o this Thainara clash, Lookboonmee said,
Zebaztian Kadestam returns to spoil Aung La N Sang's retirement party
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 24, 2025
Zebaztian Kadestam carries genuine respect for his opponent but refuses to provide a storybook ending. The Swedish veteran plans to mark his middleweight debut with devastating knockout power against a legend. He faces Aung La N Sang at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The 34-year-old former ONE Welterweight MMA World Champion enters this middleweight clash against the Myanmar icon making his final professional appearance.
Colby Thicknesse plans to prove he belongs at UFC Perth: 'I want to have some wars'
Cole Shelton - September 24, 2025
Colby Thicknesse is looking to get his first UFC win and prove he belongs at UFC Perth. Thicknesse made his debut on short notice at UFC 312 when he dropped a decision to Aleksandre Topuria. After the fight, the UFC quickly told him he would get another fight and is glad he’s fighting back home in Australia at UFC Perth.
Carlos Ulberg eager to 'throw some leather' with Dominick Reyes at UFC Perth: 'It's a big opportunity'
Cole Shelton - September 24, 2025
Carlos Ulberg is expecting a fan-friendly fight against Dominick Reyes at UFC Perth. Ulberg is set to headline the Fight Night card on Saturday in a pivotal fight at light heavyweight, so the stakes are high for the main event.
"Matter of when"... Jon Jones promises to coach star pupil into UFC heavyweight champion
Curtis Calhoun - September 24, 2025
UFC legend Jon Jones is plotting a full-time move to coaching one of his star pupils into a heavyweight champion. Despite UFC CEO Dana White’s repeated dismissals of Jon Jones’s desire to fight on the upcoming White House card, Jones remains hopeful he can change his longtime boss’ mind. Jones announced his retirement from MMA in June following seven months of negotiations with the UFC to make a title unification bout with Tom Aspinall.
New PFL CEO announces major changes to league's titles and championship format
Curtis Calhoun - September 24, 2025
PFL CEO John Martin is set to bring significant reform to the league as his reign kicks off. The Professional Fighters League is undergoing leadership changes at the top, led by newly-hired CEO John Martin. Martin, formerly of Time Warning Inc., will replace Peter Murray to oversee all aspects of the league’s strategy, management, and overall operations.
Paddy Pimblett would 'love' to fight Ilia Topuria in enemy territory: 'Do it in Spain in front of your fake countrymen'
Cole Shelton - September 24, 2025
Paddy Pimblett would like to go into enemy territory to face Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title. Pimblett and Topuria have had a feud for years, and all signs point to this fight being next. Although it’s a massive fight that could take place in Las Vegas, Pimblett is hopeful the bout happens in Spain as he wants to beat Topuria in front of his fans.
Rafael Fiziev reveals why he can't fight Charles Oliveira in UFC Rio headliner
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 24, 2025
Rafael Fiziev is out of UFC Rio and he’s explained why that is the case. Fiziev was expected to share the Octagon with former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira. The bout was supposed to take place inside Farmasi Arena on Oct. 11. It was revealed that Fiziev was pulled from the UFC Rio card due to an injury and Mateusz Gamrot has stepped up.
Don't be fooled by Ronda Rousey's training videos, says UFC legend
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 24, 2025
Ronda Rousey recently said she’s finding her love for MMA again after posting training videos, but one UFC Hall of Famer advises fans to not be fooled. Rousey has been out of pro MMA competition since she was stopped by Amanda Nunes in 48 seconds back in late 2016. After she dominated the women’s bantamweight division and secured a perfect record of 12-0, “Rowdy” suffered back-to-back finishing losses before transitioning to the world of pro wrestling. Rousey hasn’t been under WWE contract since 2023 and she got fans buzzing with her MMA training videos.
Alex Pereira hits out at Magomed Ankalaev following UFC PI close call
Harry Kettle - September 24, 2025
Alex Pereira has lashed out at Magomed Ankalaev following a close run-in between the two ahead of UFC 320. In the main event of UFC 320, Alex Pereira will challenge Magomed Ankalaev for the UFC light heavyweight championship. It comes after Ankalaev was able to take the title away from ‘Poatan’ earlier this year, with many being left to wonder whether or not the Brazilian would be able to turn his fortunes around in the rematch.
UFC Perth: ‘Ulberg vs. Reyes’ Fight Card and Start Times
Harry Kettle - September 24, 2025
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to Australia this weekend for UFC Perth: Ulberg vs Reyes. Event: UFC Perth: Ulberg vs Reyes Date: Saturday, 27th September 2025 Location: RAC Arena (Perth, Australia) Broadcast: ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass (10pm EST main card)
Jonathan Di Bella seeks redemption in ONE World Title unification rematch against Prajanchai
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 23, 2025
Jonathan Di Bella refuses to accept another close decision loss to his Thai rival Prajanchai PK Saenchai. The ONE Interim Strawweight Kickboxing World Champion enters their rematch determined to leave zero doubt about the division’s true king. He faces current divisional king Prajanchai for the undisputed ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Championship at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The 29-year-old Canadian-Italian carries the memory of his first career defeat into this unification bout against the two-sport ONE World Champion.
Sean O'Malley teases Cory Sandhagen title bout at UFC White House card
Dylan Bowker - September 23, 2025
Sean O’Malley envisions a big spot on a particular card mapped out for the Summer of 2026. The former 135 pound titleholder has also teased a potentially interesting matchup for it. This was referenced by ‘Suga’ Sean on his YouTube channel recently. The popular star does see a path to where he can win a fight in the interim. Then from there, catapult to another opportunity for the bantamweight championship he once had. The card he sees that transpiring on is the UFC White House card.
How will Alex Pereira perform vs Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320, wonders Martin Buday
Dylan Bowker - September 23, 2025
Alex Pereira is preparing for a light heavyweight championship rematch with Magomed Ankalaev on October 4th, and a former UFC heavyweight has offered his thoughts on that UFC 320 bout. Martin Buday appeared on Bowks Talking Bouts and touched on this subject after being released from the UFC and announcing he had re-signed with Oktagon MMA. Buday previously fought on Pereira’s undercard at UFC 303 [when ‘Poatan’ finished Jiri Prochazka for the second time], and the former Oktagon MMA heavyweight champion bested Andrei Arlovski. When asked if this UFC 320 rematch will play out largely similar to the first fight between Pereira and Ankalaev, Buday said,
Jimmy Crute expects to submit Ivan Erslan at UFC Perth: 'It's about how much he wants to endure'
Cole Shelton - September 23, 2025
Jimmy Crute is excited to fight back at home in Australia at UFC Perth. Crute returned to the win column back in July with a first-round submission win over Marcin Prachnio. It was his first win since October of 2020, as he was 0-3-2 since then. So, when he finally got his hand raised, Crute says it was a major weight off his shoulders.
Roman Kryklia targets third ONE World Title against undefeated Turkish star
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 23, 2025
Roman Kryklia enters the biggest fight of Samet Agdeve’s career as the overwhelming favorite. The Ukrainian giant seeks to complete an unprecedented triple-crown achievement against a hungry young challenger who has never tasted defeat. Kryklia faces Agdeve for the inaugural ONE Heavyweight Kickboxing World Championship at ONE Fight Night 37 on Friday, November 7, live from Bangkok, Thailand. The 6-foot-7 dual-sport champion carries a 15-fight winning streak into this historic five-round title bout.