MMA News
Bampara Kouyate anticipates thrilling contest with Shadow Singha Mawynn: "It's gonna be a tough fight"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2025
Bampara Kouyate respects his opponent’s abilities while remaining confident in his championship path. The French-Malian striker believes his strategic preparation will overcome Shadow Singha Mawynn’s dangerous elbow work and aggressive style. He faces Shadow in featherweight Muay Thai action at ONE Fight Night 35 on Friday, September 5, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The #2-ranked contender seeks to prove his worthiness for a title shot against divisional king Tawanchai PK Saenchai while the #3-ranked Thai aims to derail those plans.
Rampage Jackson makes big admission about current relationship with son Raja after viral pro wrestling incident
Curtis Calhoun - September 3, 2025
UFC legend Rampage Jackson didn’t hold back on his current relationship with his son just weeks after he assaulted pro wrestler Syko Stu. Raja Jackson, the 25-year-old son of former UFC champ Rampage Jackson, faces potential assault charges stemming from a viral incident at a Knockx pro wrestling match last month. After a backstage altercation, Raja entered the ring during the show and slammed Syko Stu to the mat before throwing over 20 punches at the unconscious wrestler.
Alexander Volkanovski goes on X-rated rant on the one UFC fighter he hates the most
Curtis Calhoun - September 3, 2025
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski showed a rare side when asked about one fighter he despises. Alexander Volkanovski is one of the most beloved fighters in the UFC today. After returning to the UFC featherweight throne earlier this year at UFC 314, Volkanovski’s comeback story is one of the biggest headlines of the year inside the Octagon.
Patricio Pitbull opens up on facing promotional newcomer at UFC Paris
Cole Shelton - September 3, 2025
Patricio Pitbull is set to welcome Losene Keita to the UFC on the main card of UFC Paris. Pitbull is coming off a decision win over Dan Ige to pick up his first win in the UFC. Despite being ranked 11th, Pitbull is set to take on a newcomer, which is a bit of a surprise, but the Brazilian is fine with it.
Alex Pereira admits 'frustration' with UFC brass led to recent social media firestorm
Curtis Calhoun - September 3, 2025
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira admits his critical tweets about the UFC earlier this year were legit. Alex Pereira raised eyebrows earlier this year when he went on an unexpected social media rant expressing frustration about his standing in the UFC light heavyweight title picture. While Pereira ultimately got his desired rematch against Magomed Ankalaev, one of his former rivals was briefly rumored to be an option to be Ankalaev’s first title defense.
UFC Combatant of 10 years receives suspension for banned substance
Dylan Bowker - September 3, 2025
A UFC flyweight will not be competing in the octagon until at least 2026 after failed tests from earlier in the Summer materialized with the Combat Sports Anti-Doping. Maryna Moroz has received the suspension in question for a violation of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy after meldonium was found in her system. A late June sample and a mid-July failure were both tied to her situation, with this being a substance that is prohibited on a year-round basis for UFC contracted athletes.
Luke Rockhold shares decision on Boxing, MMA future after brutal KO loss to Darren Till
Curtis Calhoun - September 3, 2025
Former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold is hanging up the gloves for good. Days removed from his disastrous professional boxing debut at Misfits Boxing 22, Luke Rockhold has made the decision to walk away from fighting.
Chael Sonnen explains why he agrees with Dana White in refusing Jon Jones a fight at The White House
Curtis Calhoun - September 3, 2025
One of Jon Jones’s biggest rivals, Chael Sonnen, agrees with the UFC’s hesitance to have him headline the White House card. Former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones remains adamant in a 2026 return to the Octagon to fight on the lawn of The White House. Despite UFC CEO Dana White defending Jones numerous times during his polarizing career, White is non-committal in rewarding the retired Jones with a spot on the unprecedented card.
UFC Paris headliner Nassourdine Imavov not concerned with outcome of Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 3, 2025
Nassourdine Imavov believes there will be a clear No. 1 contender at middleweight following UFC Paris. Imavov has a chance to leave no doubt when he headlines UFC Paris on Saturday against Caio Borralho. UFC CEO Dana White has said the winners of Imavov vs. Borralho and Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez will be in consideration for a title shot against Khamazat Chimaev. The de Ridder vs. Hernandez fight will take place on Oct. 18.
Salt Papi says fans were 'robbed' during Tony Ferguson fight at Misfits Boxing 22 due to 'biased' referee
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 3, 2025
Salt Papi is not happy about the referee stoppage during his boxing match with Tony Ferguson. Papi and Ferguson collided for the MFB interim middleweight title. The bout served as the co-main event of Misfits Boxing 22 inside Manchester Arena. “El Cucuy” scored a third-round TKO finish, which is his first combat sports victory since 2019.
Notable Jack Della Maddalena teammate will help him defeat Islam Makhachev at UFC 322, says popular analyst
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 3, 2025
Could a member of Jack Della Maddalena’s camp be the answer to thwarting Islam Makhachev? Maddalena proved he can elevate his game with a title-winning performance against Belal Muhammad at UFC 315 back in May. Maddalena demonstrated solid takedown defense, allowing him to outlast Muhammad on the feet for the unanimous decision win. Maddalena captured the UFC Welterweight Championship in the process and he is set to put his gold at stake against Makhachev at UFC 322 on Nov. 15.
Islam Makhachev's coach reveals biggest asset heading into UFC 322 title fight
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2025
Islam Makhachev’s coach Javier Mendez has revealed Islam’s big advantage heading into his UFC 322 title fight. At UFC 322 later this year, Islam Makhachev will challenge Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight championship. If he’s able to pick up the win, he will join an exclusive group of fighters who have been able to win world titles in two weight classes in the promotion.
Alexander Volkanovski reveals interest in Conor McGregor superfight
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2025
Usman Nurmagomedov disagrees with Ilia Topuria being seen as #1 lightweight in MMA
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2025
PFL champion Usman Nurmagomedov doesn’t agree with Ilia Topuria being seen as the best lightweight in MMA. As we know, Usman Nurmagomedov is one of the most exciting lightweight fighters in the world. He’s also the PFL champion, which is a belt he’ll defend later this year when he goes up against Paul Hughes for the second time. Over in the UFC, meanwhile, the current king at 155 pounds is none other than Ilia Topuria.
Mackenzie Dern found out about UFC title shot via social media
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2025
UFC star Mackenzie Dern found out about her UFC 321 title shot against Virna Jandiroba on Instagram. At UFC 321, Mackenzie Dern will get the opportunity of a lifetime. She will compete against Virna Jandiroba and if she wins, she will become the new UFC strawweight champion. Zhang Weili relinquished the belt in order to pursue a second world title against Valentina Shevchenko, swinging the door wide open for Mackenzie and Virna to get this shot.
Former ONE World Champions Aung La N Sang and Zebaztian Kadestam clash at ONE Fight Night 36
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 2, 2025
Aung La N Sang seeks to prove his championship days aren’t finished. The Myanmar legend faces Zebaztian Kadestam in a middleweight MMA clash between former ONE World Title holders. He faces Kadestam in middleweight MMA action at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 40-year-old former two-division champion enters seeking momentum after recent struggles while the Swedish striker makes his middleweight debut.
Shadow Singha Mawynn predicts explosive finish: "Someone is getting a knockout in this fight"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 2, 2025
Shadow Singha Mawynn expects fireworks when he faces Bampara Kouyate in their potential ONE World Title eliminator. The Thai striker believes his elbow work and finishing ability will prove decisive against the tall French-Malian contender. Shadow faces Kouyate in featherweight Muay Thai action at ONE Fight Night 35 on Friday, September 5, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The #3-ranked contender seeks his first title shot while the #2-ranked challenger aims to secure his own championship opportunity.
Kaue Fernandes faces Cage Warriors champ in short notice UFC Paris bout
Dylan Bowker - September 2, 2025
An enticing lightweight matchup fell out from UFC Paris when Fares Ziam had to withdraw, but Kaue Fernandes has received a compelling replacement opponent for this weekend. Ziam withdrew from the bout after receiving the news that his grandmother had passed away, with subsequent reports indicating that the Cage Warriors featherweight champion would be called up to fill that bout vacancy for Saturday. The CW 145-pound titleholder Harry Hardwick will be moving up to 155 pounds for this Fernandes fight on September 6th, and Hardwick has not tasted defeat across his last nine contests. In a post that was put up on his Instagram story regarding this late replacement scenario, Hardwick said [via Bloody Elbow],
Colby Covington shares prediction for Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev at UFC 322
Cole Shelton - September 2, 2025
Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington is very interested to see how the welterweight title fight plays out. Jack Della Maddalena is looking to defend his welterweight title for the first time when he takes on Islam Makhachev. The former lightweight champ is moving up to welterweight in a highly anticipated bout. Heading into the bout, Della Maddalena is a +196 underdog while the challenger is a -260 favorite on FanDuel.