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Daniel Cormier shares his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Daniel Cormier has shared his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return. The 43 year old commentator believes McGregor, a former two-division UFC champion will return to action in 2023 and has given his insight into who he feels the Irishman will meet with inside the Octagon next.
Ariel Helwani provides positive update on latest contact negotiations between Francis Ngannou and the UFC
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Ariel Helwani has provided a positive update on the latest contract negotiations between Francis Ngannou and the UFC. The 40 year old MMA reporter believes that Francis Ngannou and the UFC will come to an agreement.
Kayla Harrison admits she is “heartbroken” following her first career loss in MMA: “I fell on my face”
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
PFL sensation Kayla Harrison has opened up on her first loss in mixed martial arts to Larissa Pacheco. Last week, in the PFL finals, Kayla Harrison lost to Larissa Pacheco. It served as the third time she’s faced her rival as she attempted to become a three-time PFL champion.
MJF trolls Conor McGregor in latest appearance on AEW Dynamite
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
AEW star MJF gave a not-so-subtle nod to Conor McGregor during an appearance on Dynamite earlier this week. Anyone that knows Conor McGregor knows that he can be controversial from time to time. In equal measure, the same can be said for pro wrestling sensation MJF.
Tai Tuivasa explains why he’s not interested in fighting at UFC 284 in Australia
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
UFC heavyweight Tai Tuivasa has explained why he isn’t interested in competing at UFC 284 in Australia. This Saturday night, Tai Tuivasa will attempt to get back in the win column. After going on a fantastic run of form in the last few years, ‘Bam Bam’ fell to a spirited loss against Ciryl Gane at UFC Paris just a few months ago.
Chael Sonnen believes Conor McGregor is "clean," explains why he thinks the Irishman left the USADA testing pool: "I think that he made the right decision"
Cole Shelton - November 30, 2022
Chael Sonnen doesn’t think Conor McGregor is using steroids. McGregor has been under fire from Anthony Smith and other fighters and fans for leaving the USADA testing pool. Many have wondered if the Irishman is taking steroids when he is not in the testing pool, but Sonnen doesn’t think that is the case.
Pro fighters make their picks for Stephen Thompson vs. Kevin Holland
Cole Shelton - November 30, 2022
In the main event of UFC Orlando, a welterweight bout headlines the card as Stephen Thompson takes on Kevin Holland. Heading into the fight, Thompson is a +118 underdog while ‘Trailblazer’ is a -150 favorite on FanDuel. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The pros believe it will be a very close and entertaining fight but they give the edge to Thompson due to his experience.
Jonathan Pearce "excited" to face Darren Elkins at UFC Orlando, knows he has to be careful against him: "I have to fight smart and fight perfectly for 15 minutes"
Cole Shelton - November 30, 2022
Jonathan Pearce was pumped when he got the call to fight Darren Elkins at UFC Orlando. After Pearce beat Makwan Amirkhani at UFC London in July he wasn’t sure what was going to be next for him. He thought he could’ve gotten a ranked opponent. But, is excited to face Elkins who is someone he grew up watching.
Eddie Alvarez reveals DM from Liver King following PED revelation
Andrew Whitelaw - November 30, 2022
Eddie Alvarez has tweeted a screen shot of a DM reply he received from the ‘Liver King’ after the former ONE, UFC and Bellator fighter messaged the internet star accusing him of taking an ‘awe full ton of steroids.’ The raw eater is currently facing internet-wide backlash following revelations that he allegedly, does indeed do what Alvarez was accusing him of. Screenshots were shared online that suggested the ‘LK’ ingests a large amount of performance-enhancing drugs to get his uber-jacked physique.
Tai Tuivasa admits he’s never heard of Sergei Pavlovich, but excited to "put on a show" at UFC Orlando: "I come to entertain the fans"
Cole Shelton - November 30, 2022
Tai Tuivasa wasn’t sure who Sergei Pavlovich was when he got the offer to face him at UFC Orlando. After Tuivasa lost to Ciryl Gane at UFC Paris he wasn’t sure what would be next for him. Yet, the Aussie wanted to fight one more time in 2022. He ended up getting his wish as he will face Pavlovich at UFC Orlando.
Glover Teixeira planning to be in attendance at UFC 282 and challenge winner of Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev
Josh Evanoff - November 30, 2022
Glover Teixeira may have lost his title shot, but he’s not going to sit around and cry about it. The Brazilian has been out of action since UFC 275 in June. Teixeira headlined the event in his first title defense against Jiri Prochazka, and the pair put on a classic. The fight was back and forth for five rounds until ‘Denisa’ locked up a submission in the final frame to earn the win.
Colby Covington's cardio will overcome Khamzat Chimaev according to Stephen Thompson
Andrew Whitelaw - November 30, 2022
Colby Covington has what it takes to beat Khamzat Chimaev according to Stephen Thompson. ‘Chaos’ is coming off of a win over friend-turned-enemy Jorge Masvidal as UFC 272. His next challenge looks likely to be against ‘Borz.’ The American has been heavily-linked with fighting the Swede. Thus far, the Stockholm-based fighter has looked almost unstoppable having finished everyone who’s stood across from him aside from Gilbert Burns.
Brendan Schaub agrees to Alex Pereira's takedown bet regarding Khamzat Chimaev fight: "If you want the smoke, come get it big boy"
Josh Evanoff - November 30, 2022
Fighter-turned-podcaster Brendan Schaub has responded to Alex Pereira’s bet offer. ‘Poatan’ is fresh off his knockout win over Isreal Adesanya earlier this month. The victory saw the Brazilian become champion just four fights into his UFC stint, and earn his third win over ‘The Last Stylebender’. Albeit, two of those wins came in the kickboxing ring.
Nate Diaz weighs in on Conor McGregor and Artem Lobov feud
Lewis Simpson - November 30, 2022
Nate Diaz has been keeping a close eye on the recent feud between Conor McGregor and his long-time training partner Artem Lobov. McGregor and Lobov spent a handful of memorable moments with one another on the Irishman’s rise to stardom. However, it’s fair to say the friendship is dead and buried.
Paddy Pimblett claims Molly McCann was not at 100% in loss to Erin Blanchfield at UFC 281
Susan Cox - November 30, 2022
Paddy Pimblett is claiming that Molly McCann was not a 100% when suffering her loss to Erin Blanchfield at UFC 281. The two women’s flyweights, Molly McCann (13-5 MMA) and Erin Blanchfield (10-1 MMA) met in the Octagon on Saturday, November 12th at UFC 281, which took place in Madison Square Garden in New York City. Blanchfield would ultimately be the victor by submission at 3:37 of Round 1.
Cris Cyborg explains why she’s no longer interested in fighting Kayla Harrison in PFL
Susan Cox - November 30, 2022
Cris Cyborg is explaining why she’s no longer interested in fighting Kayla Harrison in the PFL. There was talk of Cris Cyborg potentially fighting Kayla Harrison of the PFL (Professional Fighters League) but Cyborg says there have not been any discussions with the promotion.
Paddy Pimblett reveals Conor McGregor almost turned up at his house in Liverpool in 2016: “When he was on that mad bender in Liverpool”
Harry Kettle - November 30, 2022
Paddy Pimblett has revealed that Conor McGregor almost turned up at his house while out partying in Liverpool. It’s no secret that Conor McGregor loves a good sesh. Whether it be on his own, with his friends or with his family, ‘Notorious’ has always enjoyed throwing back a few pints.
Anthony Smith responds after being labeled a “rat” and a “loser” by former UFC champion Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - November 30, 2022
Anthony Smith has responded to being called a “rat” by Conor McGregor during their recent USADA debate. Aside from being a top UFC light heavyweight, Anthony Smith is also a pretty solid analyst. He’s opinionated, he has informed views, and he’s well-spoken.