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Saemapetch details simple winning strategy at ONE Friday Fights 125: "Get my old form back"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 16, 2025
Saemapetch Fairtex refuses to let consecutive knockout defeats define his legacy. The Thai veteran believes restoring his skill level requires embracing pressure and drawing inspiration from legendary compatriots who overcame similar adversity. Saemapetch faces Elbrus Osmanov in bantamweight Muay Thai action at ONE Friday Fights 125 on September 19 inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 31-year-old former title challenger seeks redemption after absorbing three straight knockout losses to elite competition including Nico Carrillo, Felipe Lobo, and Abdulla Dayakaev.
Jorge Masvidal blasts Conor McGregor: "Fight style and campaign trail the same"
Dylan Bowker - September 16, 2025
Jorge Masvidal recently took a shot at Conor McGregor after the latter’s abandoned political aspirations came to light. McGregor, for the last little while, had professed his desire to run for president of Ireland. He had received support from Elon Musk as well as tacit acknowledgments from Donald Trump and Tucker Carlson. Alas, ‘The Notorious’ would announce on social media that he would no longer be running for political office. With the election to come next month, McGregor did not receive the required nominations to run. Taking to his personal social media to take his name out of the running for the Irish presidency, McGregor stated,
Ex-UFC vet sees Youssef Zalal "winning in this [Josh Emmett] fight" at UFC 320
Dylan Bowker - September 16, 2025
Josh Emmett battles Youssef Zalal at UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 on October 4th, and a former UFC fighter has broken down that featherweight fight. Khalid Taha was the combatant in question who broke down the looming contest. Taha did so ahead of his own clash with Edgar Delgado Jimenez that went down at Oktagon 75 on September 13th. Taha appeared on Bowks Talking Bouts and when asked for his thoughts on that UFC 320 fight with Josh Emmett taking on Youssef Zalal, Taha said,
Dana White hilariously mocks Jake Paul and 'warlock' manager for suing critics of his boxing career
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White clarified his stance towards Jake Paul, but also didn’t hold back on Paul’s recent legal escapades. UFC CEO Dana White and controversial boxer/influencer Jake Paul will likely never be friends. Their feud spans four years, dating back to when Paul knocked out White’s former fighter, Ben Askren, inside the boxing ring.
Kamaru Usman suggests one big change for Fighting Nerds to make after losses by Jean Silva and Caio Borralho
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2025
Former UFC champion Kamaru Usman believes the Fighting Nerds won’t win a UFC title until one significant change is made to their team. It’s been a rough last few weeks for Brazil’s star-studded Fighting Nerds team featuring the trio of Caio Borralho, Jean Silva, and Carlos Prates. Borralho lost to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Paris earlier this month, and Silva was finished for the first time in his UFC tenure last weekend at Noche UFC in San Antonio.
Boxing star predicts Terence Crawford would choke Ilia Topuria 'to death' in potential fight
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2025
Shakur Stevenson believes Terence Crawford would finish UFC champion Ilia Topuria inside the Octagon. Talks of a potential crossover fight between newly minted super middleweight boxing champion Terence Crawford and UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria have skyrocketed in recent days. Crawford defeated Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision in their superfight last weekend to add to his stellar resume.
Daniel Cormier reveals one big reason Ilia Topuria won't get to fight Terence Crawford amid intense feud
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2025
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier doesn’t believe Ilia Topuria will get his desired fight with Terence Crawford for one controversial reason. Superstar fighters Terence Crawford and Ilia Topuria have added a new high-profile feud to the combat sports world in recent days. After Crawford’s dominant win over Canelo Alvarez last weekend, tensions are escalating between him and the brash UFC star Topuria.
Ilia Topuria calls out Terence Crawford for lying about meeting him as crossover feud intensifies
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2025
The intense feud between combat superstars Ilia Topuria and Terence Crawford continues to escalate. Terence Crawford added to his spotless legacy with a dominant win over Canelo Alvarez in their boxing superfight last weekend in Las Vegas. After months of hype, Crawford put on one of the best performances of his career to capture Alvarez’s super middleweight titles after moving up multiple weight classes.
UFC-style takeover of boxing opposed by popular ex-fighter following Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Alvarez
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 16, 2025
A former UFC slugger doesn’t like the potential direction boxing is going in. Dana White stepped back into the sweet science as a promoter for the mega fight between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez this past Saturday. In the build up to fight night, a lot of promotional tactics that UFC fans are familiar with were used. There was even an “Embedded” series for the boxing event.
Sean O'Malley provides an update on his next UFC fight
Harry Kettle - September 16, 2025
Former UFC champion Sean O’Malley has provided an update on his future after rumors circulated regarding his next fight. Following consecutive losses to Merab Dvalishvili, Sean O’Malley has been forced to go back to the drawing board and evaluate exactly what went wrong. Now, as we look ahead to his next steps, it’s unclear as to whether he wants to carry on at 135 pounds or move up to featherweight.
Aljamain Sterling's coach believes he deserves UFC featherweight title shot
Harry Kettle - September 16, 2025
Aljamain Sterling’s coach Ray Longo believes that his student deserves a shot at the UFC featherweight championship. As we know, Aljamain Sterling is a former UFC bantamweight champion – and he’s doing pretty well up at featherweight, too. At this point in his career, though, you’d have to imagine that if he’s going to get a crack at becoming a two-weight world champ, it needs to happen sooner rather than later.
Mike Perry declares that he'll make Jeremy Stephens quit at BKFC 82
Harry Kettle - September 16, 2025
BKFC star Mike Perry believes that he will make Jeremy Stephens quit when they finally collide at BKFC 82 next month. As we know, Mike Perry is the biggest success story in BKFC’s short history. He’s done some incredible things since joining the promotion and as we look ahead to the future, he has another tough test on his hands as he prepares to throw down with fellow former UFC fighter Jeremy Stephens.
Lerone Murphy needs to be next for UFC featherweight title shot, says UFC commentator
Harry Kettle - September 16, 2025
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Lerone Murphy needs to get the next featherweight title shot. As we know, Lerone Murphy seems to be in position for a crack at the UFC featherweight championship. He’s been waiting a long time for this opportunity and with the champion Alexander Volkanovski seemingly being very interested in the fight, it definitely feels like it’s on the verge of happening.
Aung La N Sang accepts career conclusion with pride: "I'm at peace with it"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 16, 2025
Aung La N Sang prepares for his final professional bout without anxiety or regret. The Myanmar legend embraces retirement after recognizing that family responsibilities and physical preservation take priority over continued competition. Aung La N Sang faces Zebaztian Kadestam in his farewell middleweight clash at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 40-year-old former two-division ONE World Champion seeks to conclude his remarkable career on a triumphant note against the Swedish striker making his middleweight debut.
Jarred Brooks identifies key weakness in Mansur Malachiev: "He is very 'guillotinable'"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 15, 2025
Jarred Brooks promises to exploit crucial technical flaws when their heated rivalry finally reaches its conclusion. The former ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion believes his Russian rival’s defensive habits create submission opportunities that will determine their long-awaited showdown. Brooks faces Mansur Malachiev in flyweight MMA action at ONE Fight Night 36: Prajanchai vs. Di Bella II on Friday, October 3, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 32-year-old American seeks redemption at a new weight class after consecutive losses shattered his momentum.
Anthony Hernandez breaks social media silence after UFC Vancouver main event withdrawal
Curtis Calhoun - September 15, 2025
UFC middleweight contender Anthony Hernandez issued his first public remarks since the news broke of his UFC Vancouver main event withdrawal. Anthony Hernandez’s path to a middleweight title shot hit a major speed bump this week.
What's next for Diego Lopes and Jean Silva after Noche UFC?
Cole Shelton - September 15, 2025
The UFC was in San Antonio, Texas, for a solid Noche UFC card. The main event saw Diego Lopes taking on Jean Silva in a pivotal fight at featherweight. Entering the fight, Lopes was coming off a decision loss to Alexander Volkanovski for the belt and was a sizeable underdog in the bout. Silva, meanwhile, was a perfect 5-0 in the UFC and was set to headline his first UFC event.
Anthony Hernandez withdraws from UFC Vancouver headliner, new main event revealed
Curtis Calhoun - September 15, 2025
Top UFC middleweight contender Anthony Hernandez’s shot at dethroning Khamzat Chimaev hit a big setback due to injury. Anthony Hernandez was supposed to face former ONE double champ Reinier de Ridder in a highly anticipated headliner next month at UFC Vancouver. But just weeks out from the event, Hernandez suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced to withdraw from the fight amid his ongoing winning streak.