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Alexander Volkanovski questions Max Holloway's durability after Yair Rodriguez fight: 'That chin’s going to go soon'
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2021
Alexander Volkanovski doesn’t know how much longer Max Holloway’s chin will last. Holloway has never been knocked out or knocked down in his UFC career and he is known for his durability. However, he has been rocked in a handful of fights and that includes his last fight against Yair Rodriguez. With that, the featherweight champion in Volkanovski wonders how long his chin will last as he thinks the Hawaiian’s durability is already going.
MMA fighter Akmal Khozhiev charged with aggravated murder of doctor in Guam
Adam D Martin - November 16, 2021
MMA fighter Akmal Khozhiev was charged with the aggravated murder of a doctor in Guam after allegedly stabbing him following an argument. According to the Pacific Daily News, “Khozhiev, 27, was charged with aggravated murder and aggravated assault in connection with the death of Guam Memorial Hospital radiologist Dr. Miran Ribati, 44, according to a magistrate’s complaint filed by the Office of the Attorney General.” According to the report, the murder was a result of an argument between the two parties over vaccinations. Khoziev reportedly admitted his guilt already to the police, telling them that “I killed him” while he was covered in blood when police found him. Ribati was declared deceased at the scene of the crime.
UFC Vegas 42 rankings update: Andrea Lee breaks into the top-10 at women's 125lbs
Adam D Martin - November 16, 2021
UFC women’s flyweight Andrea Lee has made a major move up the official fighter rankings following her latest victory at UFC Vegas 42. Lee smashed Cynthia Calvillo in a preliminary card bout that took place at this past weekend’s UFC Vegas 42 card. It was an incredible performance by Lee, who was able to utilize her striking attack to pick apart Calvillo and eventually force a corner stoppage in between the second and third rounds. It was arguably the best performance of Lee’s career, and it was her second straight win following a submission win over Antonina Shevchenko in her last fight. With back-to-back finishes now, the UFC rankings saw Lee make a major move as she is now No. 7 in the weight class, having moved up five spots.
Max Holloway praises Yair Rodriguez following war at UFC Vegas 42: "Looking forward to your championship reign one day"
Adam D Martin - November 16, 2021
Max Holloway praised Yair Rodriguez following war at UFC Vegas 42, saying that he’s “looking forward to your championship reign one day.” Holloway and Rodriguez went toe-to-toe for five rounds in an all-out war that headlined this past Saturday’s UFC Vegas 42 card. It was one of the best fights of the year, but at the end of the five rounds, Holloway was the winner via unanimous decision. However, it was one of those fights where the stock of both men went up. For Holloway, it could be the win that earns him another title shot at 145lbs, while for Rodriguez this performance should be enough to keep him ranked in the top-five at 145lbs. Overall, it was just an amazing fight.
Terrance McKinney eyes another first-round KO against Fares Ziam, plans to call out a ranked lightweight
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2021
Terrance McKinney is looking forward to following up on his successful UFC debut. McKinney stepped up on short notice against Matt Frevola at UFC 263 and scored a seven-second KO win. After the win, however, during his celebration, he injured his knee but he finally is ready to return on Saturday at UFC Vegas 43 against Fares Ziam.
Dustin Poirier shares his take on “best boxer in the UFC,” Petr Yan reacts
Adam D Martin - November 16, 2021
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier shared his take on who is the “best boxer in the UFC”, and then bantamweight champ Petr Yan reacted. Poirier was a guest on The MMA Hour and he was asked who he thinks the best boxer in the sport is. Right now, there are a lot of people who believe that Max Holloway is the best boxer in the sport of MMA. But as far as Poirier goes, the best boxer in the game is Yan.
Urijah Faber says Colby Covington is "actually not a bad guy, he's trying to get himself noticed"
Adam D Martin - November 16, 2021
UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber says that welterweight Colby Covington is “actually not a bad guy, he’s trying to get himself noticed.” Covington recently lost a unanimous decision to UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC 268. It was a great fight by both men, but ultimately Usman got the job done. Speaking to Helen Yee in a recent interview, Faber shared his thoughts on the fight. He said that he enjoyed watching it and then he defended Covington’s personality, suggesting that he is just plating a character inside the Octagon.
Alexander Volkanovski sends a daunting message to Max Holloway: “Stop playing the games and all the bullsh*t”
Adam D Martin - November 16, 2021
UFC featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski sent a daunting message to Max Holloway, saying “stop playing the games and all the bullsh*t.” Volkanovski was watching intently last Saturday at UFC Vegas 42 when Holloway and Yair Rodriguez met in the five-round headliner. It was an absolute war, but at the end of the 25 minutes, it was Holloway who got his hand raised by unanimous decision. Fans and media were expecting Holloway to call out Volkanovski given that he had a close loss to him last year on Fight Island, but “Blessed” instead listed several opponents. He mentioned Volkanovski as an option, but he also brought up Conor McGregor and Charles Oliveira.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 59 with Adrian Yanez, Terrance McKinney, Loopy Godinez, Cody Durden, and Aoriqileng
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2021
The 59th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is here ahead of UFC Vegas 43. We’re first joined by UFC bantamweight, Adrian Yanez (2:19). Next, UFC lightweight, Terrance McKinney (21:39) joins the show. UFC strawweight, Loopy Godinez (34:16) comes on. UFC flyweight, Cody Durden (42:20) then joins the program. Closing out the show is UFC flyweight, Aoriqileng (53:05).
Former UFC title challenger Thiago Santos set to return against Magomed Ankalaev on March 12
Harry Kettle - November 16, 2021
UFC light heavyweight contenders Thiago Santos and Magomed Ankalaev are set to battle in a UFC Fight Night main event on March 12. The news comes from ESPN’s Brett Okamoto and will serve as the biggest test for Ankalaev thus far in the UFC. Both men are coming off the back of nice wins with Santos bouncing back from three straight losses with a victory over Johnny Walker.
Miesha Tate defends criticism of Aspen Ladd’s coach, says female fighters dating coaches is a bad idea
Harry Kettle - November 16, 2021
Miesha Tate has defended her fierce criticism of Aspen Ladd following their feud over the last few weeks. Tate, who faces Ketlen Vieira in a bantamweight main event this weekend, voiced her criticism of Ladd earlier this year. The comments came as a result of Ladd missing weight for her contest with Macy Chiasson, forcing the bout to be cancelled due to concerns for Ladd’s health.
UFC parts way with five more fighters as roster trimming continues
Christopher Taylor - November 15, 2021
The UFC continued to trim its roster on Monday as five more fighters have parted ways with the worlds leading mixed martial arts organization. The latest roster moves are not necessarily considered “releases”, but the promotion opted against renewing the contracts of the following fighters (via MMAJunkie).
Cris Cyborg throws shade at UFC after recent quarterly report
Drake Riggs - November 15, 2021
Cris Cyborg is happy to no longer be with her old home of the UFC. Reports from MMA Fighting were released on Monday regarding a historically profitable year for the UFC and Endeavor. Having had a less than pleasant experience from a behind the scenes perspective, according to her, Cyborg chimed in with a response to the news.
Justin Gaethje blasts Conor McGregor for calling for his 'sloppy seconds'
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2021
Justin Gaethje believes Conor McGregor is chasing his sloppy seconds. Gaethje has fought the who’s who of the lightweight division, but he has noticed McGregor is fighting or calling out people he just beat. It started with Donald Cerrone, and now after he beat Michael Chandler at UFC 268, Chandler and the Irishman have gone back-and-forth about fighting one another. For Gaethje, he isn’t a fan of McGregor going after his sloppy seconds.
Leon Edwards unloads on 'journeyman' Jorge Masvidal for pulling out of UFC 269: 'He's been dodging me'
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2021
Leon Edwards says he isn’t surprised Jorge Masvidal pulled out of their fight at UFC 269. Edwards and Masvidal were set to have their highly-anticipated grudge match on December 11. The fight was years in the making after the three-piece and a soda, but it was revealed last week “Gamebred” was out of the fight which the Brit isn’t surprised about.
Michael Chandler 'quit' against Justin Gaethje at UFC 268, claims former opponent Will Brooks
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2021
Will Brooks, who fought and beat Michael Chandler twice in Bellator, believes “Iron” quit against Justin Gaethje at UFC 268. Although Gaethje and Chandler went toe-to-toe for three rounds and it was “The Highlight” winning a decision. Despite the fact the fight went to the scorecards, Brooks believes Chandler quit in a sense he didn’t try to win in the third round. Instead, he thinks Chandler tried to make it entertaining so people didn’t care that he lost.
Khama Worthy issues statement following release from UFC roster
Adam D Martin - November 15, 2021
Former UFC lightweight fighter Khama Worthy issued a statement on his social media following his official release from the UFC roster. Worthy was knocked out by Jai Herbert last month at UFC Vegas 41: Costa vs. Vettori for what was his third straight loss by knockout. Following that defeat, it appears as though the UFC has cut Worthy from the fighter roster. “The Death Star” took to his social media this past weekend to confirm that he has indeed been released by the world’s leading MMA promotion. Take a look at the message that Worthy shared with his fans on his Instagram.
Jon Jones fires back at his critics: "Your priorities are in the wrong place"
Adam D Martin - November 15, 2021
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones fired back at his critics on social media, saying “your priorities are in the wrong place.” Jones was arrested on domestic battery charges back in September following the UFC Hall of Fame ceremony. Since then, Jones has been kicked out of Team Jackson-Wink and has been seen training at Fight Ready in Arizona. Jones is one of the best fighters in MMA history, but he has come under fire following this latest incident and his reaction to it.