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Nate Diaz chimes in on recent Twitter feud between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, ‘Notorious’ responds
Harry Kettle - December 6, 2022
Nate Diaz has taken a shot at Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier as their three-way rivalry on social media continues. In recent years, Nate Diaz hasn’t exactly been the most active fighter. Still, even with that being the case, you could certainly make the argument that he’s been one of the most popular athletes in combat sports.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 104 with Chris Daukaus, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, Chris Curtis, Danny Sabatello, Billy Quarantillo, and Jay Perrin
Cole Shelton - December 6, 2022
The 104th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC 282 and Bellator 289. We’re first joined by 11th-ranked UFC heavyweight Chris Daukaus (3:16). Next, ninth-ranked UFC heavyweight Jairzinho Rozenstruik (18:55) comes on. 14th-ranked UFC middleweight Chris Curtis (28:50) stops by. Sixth-ranked Bellator bantamweight Danny Sabatello (50:15) comes on. UFC featherweight Billy Quarantillo (1:11:16) stops by. Closing out the program is UFC bantamweight Jay Perrin (1:24:49).
Rafael dos Anjos “can’t understand” why Islam Makhachev is fighting Alex Volkanovski instead of taking “a real challenge” at lightweight
Harry Kettle - December 6, 2022
Rafael dos Anjos has questioned Islam Makhachev for taking on Alex Volkanovski in his next fight at lightweight. In the aftermath of his win at UFC 280, it didn’t take long for Islam Makhachev to get his next fight booked.
Joe Rogan says The Rock should “come clean right now” following Liver King steroid scandal: “There’s not a f**king chance in hell he’s clean”
Harry Kettle - December 6, 2022
Joe Rogan believes The Rock should ‘come clean’ about his alleged steroid use after the Liver King scandal. Within the context of combat sports and pro wrestling, few people are as beloved as Joe Rogan and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. While The Rock has dipped his toe into the waters of MMA and the UFC, Rogan has lived it for many years.
What's next for Stephen Thompson and Kevin Holland after UFC Orlando?
Cole Shelton - December 5, 2022
In the main event of UFC Orlando, a welterweight bout headlined the card as Stephen Thompson took on Kevin Holland. Thompson entered the fight on a two-fight losing streak after being outwrestled by Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns. With that, he made it clear he wanted to fight a striker and even turned down a matchup with Shavkat Rakhmonov. Meanwhile, Holland was coming off a submission loss to Khamzat Chimaev in a fight he took on a day’s notice which snapped his two-fight winning streak.
Man sentenced to 16 years in prison for murder of UFC fighter Raulian Paiva's girlfriend in 2018
Josh Evanoff - December 5, 2022
A man has been sentenced to prison time for the murder of Raulian Paiva‘s girlfriend. The Brazilian has been in the UFC since August 2018. During his time in the MMA promotion, he’s gone 3-4, with mixed success at flyweight and bantamweight. He famously faced Sean O’Malley at UFC 269 last December, coming up short by first-round TKO.
Paddy Pimblett vows to finish Jared Gordon in the first round at UFC 282: "He just isn't on my level"
Cole Shelton - December 5, 2022
Paddy Pimblett is confident he will finish Jared Gordon in the first round at UFC 282. Pimblett is set to face Gordon in the co-main event of UFC 282 as the Brit is set for his fourth Octagon appearance. He is 3-0 in the UFC with all three wins coming by stoppage and he expects the same outcome when he fights Gordon. Not only does he believe he will finish him, but he’s confident it will happen in the first round.
ONE Championship set for United States debut in May with event headlined by Demetrious Johnson vs. Adriano Moraes III
Josh Evanoff - December 5, 2022
ONE Championship is looking to make a splash in its United States debut. The Asia-based organization is one of the top promotions in the sport today. Given its streaming deal with Amazon Prime, and several high-profile fighters such as Demetrious Johnson, the company has momentum. It seems they’re now ready to capitalize on it.
Josh Thomson reveals James Krause had devices taken and could have legal issues regarding betting scandal: "It's racketeering"
Josh Evanoff - December 5, 2022
UFC veteran Josh Thomson has given a glimpse into James Krause‘s ongoing scandal. The head of Glory MMA and former welterweight contender has been under fire over the last month. The controversy all stems from a bout in November between Darrick Minner and Shayilan Nuerdanbieke. In that outing, the latter won by first-round TKO. The Nebraska native and Krause-coached fighter went down just over a minute in due to injury.
Jared Gordon is certain that Paddy Pimblett has "quit" in him, plans to "drown" him at UFC 282: "I'm going to make him suffer"
Cole Shelton - December 5, 2022
Jared Gordon expects to finish Paddy Pimblett at UFC 282. Gordon is set to face Pimblett in the co-main event of UFC 282 in a big fight for both men. Pimblett is looking to improve to 4-0 in the UFC while Gordon is looking to derail Paddy’s hype and prove he is a legit contender at lightweight.
Jewish UFC fighter Natan Levy calls out Kanye West for anti-Semitic comments: “If you got a problem with me or my people, come see me bro”
Susan Cox - December 5, 2022
Jewish UFC fighter Natan Levy has called out Kanye West for his anti-Semitic comments. Natan Levy, (8-1 MMA) is hot off a unanimous decision win over Genaro Valdez (10-2 MMA) this past Saturday, December 3rd, at UFC Orlando.
Robbie Lawler out of UFC 282 bout with Santiago Ponzinibbio
Lewis Simpson - December 5, 2022
Robbie Lawler is out of his scheduled clash with Santiago Ponzinibbio, which was expected to go down this Saturday at UFC 282 in Las Vegas. Brett Okamoto made the announcement on social media confirming Lawler’s withdrawal due to an undisclosed injury. The UFC is currently working on a potential replacement for Ponzinibbio.
UFC star Dustin Poirier hospitalized due to staph infection
Susan Cox - December 5, 2022
UFC star Dustin Poirier has been hospitalized due to a staph infection. Dustin Poirier (29-7 MMA) most recently defeated Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) with a third round rear-naked choke at UFC 281 on Saturday, November 12th of this year at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Joe Rogan discusses one of the bigger factors behind the “demise” of Conor McGregor in the UFC
Susan Cox - December 5, 2022
Joe Rogan has discussed one of the bigger factors behind the ‘demise’ of Conor McGregor in the UFC. Conor McGregor, 34, has been playing outside the cage for almost a year and a half now.
Kevin Holland turns his attention to middleweight veteran following loss at UFC Orlando: “The type of guy to come back up a weight class and smack that blonde head around”
Harry Kettle - December 5, 2022
UFC star Kevin Holland has gone after Derek Brunson after his former rival took a shot at him on social media. Last Saturday night at UFC Orlando, Kevin Holland fell to a TKO loss at the hands of Stephen Thompson. Some have already suggested it could be a Fight of the Year contender, whereas others have spent most of their time praising Thompson.
Joe Rogan praises Jon Anik for “the best call ever” in a UFC fight: “Bro, that’s Shakespeare”
Harry Kettle - December 5, 2022
Joe Rogan has praised Jon Anik for what he called one of the best calls in the history of the UFC earlier this year. For many years now, Jon Anik has been known as the voice of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He has been responsible, more than once, for making a great moment even greater.
Michael Bisping critical of Kevin Holland’s “Fight IQ” in UFC loss to Stephen Thompson: “That was his ego getting the better of him”
Harry Kettle - December 5, 2022
Michael Bisping has questioned the logic of Kevin Holland in the wake of his defeat to Stephen Thompson last weekend. On Saturday night, Kevin Holland fell to a TKO loss at the hands of Stephen Thompson. The entertaining welterweight had a strong first few rounds but eventually, the karate star took over.
Cain Velasquez returns to pro wrestling and delivers a powerful message to his fans (Video)
Lewis Simpson - December 4, 2022
After his release from jail, Cain Velasquez returned to pro wrestling and sent a powerful message to his fans. Velasquez was uncertain about his future after being put behind bars following his attempted murder charge of Harry Goularte. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been granted bail as he awaits his trial. The MMA-turned-wrestling star expressed his gratitude towards his fans at a Lucha Libre wrestling show who have supported him in his darkest time.