MMA News
UFC 319 victor reveals broken leg on path to big underdog win
Dylan Bowker - September 8, 2025
UFC 319 saw a massive underdog victory transpire in the flyweight ranks, but the winner came out with a level of damage that will keep him shelved for the next couple of months. Tim Elliott, who emerged victorious over former Rizin champion Kai Asakura in Chicago, revealed that he sustained an injury en route to his statement win recently. The former UFC flyweight title challenger indicated as such on his personal social media over the weekend, with a cursory mention of Charles Johnson worked in there, as Elliott said,
Zabit Magomedsharipov's top teammate shares definitive update on former UFC star's potential comeback
Curtis Calhoun - September 8, 2025
Former UFC featherweight star Zabit Magomedsharipov has repeatedly teased a return to combat sports. Before the UFC featherweight division saw the blossoming of top names like Alexander Volkanovski, Jean Silva, and Diego Lopes, the division’s boogeyman was Zabit Magomedsharipov.
13-fight UFC vet announces retirement after career wins over Jessica Eye, Joanne Wood
Curtis Calhoun - September 8, 2025
Former UFC star Cynthia Calvillo announced her retirement from MMA after an up-and-down tenure in the promotion. Cynthia Calvillo was once thought of as the next potential superstar in women’s MMA after a dominant start to her career in the cage. Calvillo won her first six professional fights, including wins over Pearl Gonzalez and Joanne Wood, and was on the verge of a title shot at numerous points in her career.
Ronda Rousey shuts down White House fight but will 'never say never' on UFC return
BJ Penn Staff - September 8, 2025
Ronda Rousey is not interested in participating in the rumored UFC White House card next year. The UFC is expected to promote an event on the White House lawn in the lead-up to American’s 250th anniversary next year. The plan was announced by President Donald Trump earlier this year, with UFC CEO Dana White gradually sharing more and more information about the event in the subsequent weeks.
Jon Jones claims he's 'not retired' and is training ahead of potential UFC return
Cole Shelton - September 8, 2025
Jon Jones appears adamant he will fight on the UFC’s White House card next July. Jones retired from MMA earlier this year, but after the promotion announced the White House event, he has teased a potential return. Yet, UFC CEO Dana White has made it clear that Jones won’t be on the card and is retired.
Tom Aspinall responds after being booed during UFC 321 presser in Paris
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2025
Tom Aspinall has taken the Paris boobirds in stride. Aspinall shared the stage with Ciryl Gane for a UFC 321 press conference in Paris. As one would’ve expected, Gane received a thunderous ovation from his home country fans, while Aspinall was heavily booed.
Joe Rogan questions if 'biggest UFC middleweight star' can cut the line to fight Khamzat Chimaev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2025
Joe Rogan is curious to see if the UFC middleweight division’s “biggest star” can leapfrog his way to another title fight. Khamzat Chimaev is the reigning 185-pound titleholder following a dominant grappling performance against Dricus du Plessis back in August. Nassourdine Imavov made a case for the next middleweight title shot after defeating Caio Borralho at UFC Paris. The winner of the Oct. 18 bout between Reinier de Ridder and Anthony Hernandez also has a chance to secure the next 185-pound title shot.
Nassourdine Imavov may not have solidified No. 1 contender status despite UFC Paris win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 8, 2025
Did Nassourdine Imavov do enough at UFC Paris to secure No. 1 contender status? Imavov shared the Octagon with Caio Borralho this past Saturday. The two headlined a card held in the Accor Arena. The bout was a chance for the winner to secure a UFC middleweight title opportunity against Khamzat Chimaev. Imavov ended up nabbing a unanimous decision victory with two scores of 49-46 and one 50-45 score.
Israel Adesanya's take on possible Khamzat Chimaev vs Nassourdine Imavov title fight
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2025
Israel Adesanya has given his thoughts on how a showdown between Khamzat Chimaev and Nassourdine Imavov could go. Last Saturday night, Nassourdine Imavov was pretty dominant in his UFC Paris main event against Caio Borralho. He was able to control the fight both on the feet and, really, on the ground. He proved himself to be one of the top middleweight contenders out there and as a result, he is now one of the first names in line for a potential shot at Khamzat Chimaev’s world title.
Sean Strickland slams Caio Borralho following his loss at UFC Paris
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2025
UFC veteran Sean Strickland has questioned Caio Borralho’s preparation following his one-sided defeat at UFC Paris. Last weekend at UFC Paris, Caio Borralho fell to a decision loss at the hands of Nassourdine Imavov. As a result, Caio’s push for a UFC middleweight title shot has stalled. As we look ahead to the future, it’s not clear as to what direction he’ll go in next as the Fighting Nerds star attempts to re-group and find out where exactly things went wrong.
Ilia Topuria believes he'd put Terence Crawford to sleep in potential superfight
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2025
UFC champion Ilia Topuria has made an incredibly bold prediction for if he ever fought boxing sensation Terence Crawford. As we know, Ilia Topuria is the reigning UFC lightweight champion. He’s also one of the biggest stars in all of mixed martial arts right now, and that much is an understatement. He continues to impress every time he steps into the cage, with his last three wins seeing him secure knockout victories over Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira.
Modestas Bukauskas names potential next opponents after defeating Paul Craig
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2025
UFC light heavyweight Modestas Bukauskas has listed his next potential opponents after he finished Paul Craig at UFC Paris. Last Saturday night, Modestas Bukauskas picked up arguably the biggest win of his career thus far when he defeated Paul Craig. He finished him off with a nasty elbow, making a statement that he’s a real contender at 205 pounds. Now, of course, the focus shifts to what’s next for him as the 31-year-old continues to push for even more highlight-reel moments.
Tye Ruotolo celebrates successful MMA transition: "This isn't just another day in the office"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 8, 2025
Tye Ruotolo exceeded expectations in his mixed martial arts debut against previously undefeated Adrian Lee. The ONE Welterweight Submission Grappling World Champion secured a second-round rear-naked choke submission that earned him a $50,000 performance bonus. Ruotolo submitted Lee at 4:14 of round two at ONE Fight Night 35 on Friday, September 5, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 22-year-old California native proved his grappling dominance translates seamlessly into MMA competition.
Stella Hemetsberger captures historic ONE World Title after defeating Jackie Buntan: "It feels amazing"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 7, 2025
Stella Hemetsberger achieved Austrian combat sports history by capturing championship gold in her biggest career test. The underdog challenger stunned Jackie Buntan with two first-round knockdowns to claim the vacant ONE Women’s Strawweight Muay Thai World Title. Hemetsberger defeated Buntan by unanimous decision at ONE Fight Night 35 on Friday, September 5, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 26-year-old Austrian becomes her nation’s first-ever ONE Championship titleholder and proves the Friday Fights pathway to world championship success.
Khamzat Chimaev reacts to Nassourdine Imavov's UFC Paris win over Caio Borralho
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 7, 2025
Khamzat Chimaev has responded to Nassourdine Imavov’s victory at UFC Paris. Imavov had a massive opportunity to get one step closer to his first UFC middleweight title shot. He turned in a brilliant effort in the standup throughout five rounds to defeat Caio Borralho inside Accor Arena. “The Sniper” isn’t guaranteed the next crack at Chimaev, as an Oct. 18 clash between Reinier de Ridder and Anthony Hernandez could determine the next middleweight contender depending on the outcome.
Mauricio Ruffy criticized by popular UFC analyst following submission loss in Paris
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 7, 2025
Mauricio Ruffy had a letdown on the UFC Paris card, and one analyst has some criticism. Ruffy shared the Octagon with Benoit Saint Denis inside Accor Arena this past Saturday. While Ruffy had success with his striking, it was a disaster class for him on the ground. Saint Denis was able to weather the storm and scored a second-round submission finish.
Ciryl Gane confident in preparation for Tom Aspinall fight at UFC 321
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 7, 2025
Ciryl Gane believes he will be fully prepared for Tom Aspinall when they collide at UFC 321. Gane is a former interim UFC Heavyweight Champion, but he hasn’t held the undisputed gold yet. He will have a third chance to do so when he meets Aspinall on Oct. 25 in Abu Dhabi. Aspinall is a sizable betting favorite going into the title fight, but Gane thinks the work he’s put in behind the scenes will pay off.
Former Tom Aspinall foe doubts anyone takes UFC heavyweight title from him anytime soon
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 7, 2025
A heavyweight who once felt the wrath of Tom Aspinall believes the UFC Heavyweight Champion will remain at the top for a while. Aspinall was awarded the undisputed distinction after ex-heavyweight champion Jon Jones retired. Aspinall held the interim gold, and “Bones” had no interest in a title unification bout. Aspinall will be putting his title at stake against Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 321 on Oct. 25.