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Aaron Pico continues feud, fires back at Alexander Volkanovski: 'Your time is coming'
Cole Shelton - August 13, 2025
Aaron Pico is continuing to take shots at UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. Pico is set to make his promotional debut in the co-main event of UFC 319 against Lerone Murphy. Ahead of his debut, Pico has taken shots at Volkanovski as he’s been confident he will be the one to dethrone the champ.
Joe Rogan has lofty hopes for UFC broadcast deal with Paramount
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 13, 2025
Joe Rogan believes the UFC’s new broadcast deal with Paramount will be massive for MMA. Many were surprised when it was announced that the UFC and Paramount struck a deal worth $7.7 billion for broadcasting rights. All of the numbered events will air live on Paramount+ annually, as well as all of the “Fight Night” events. UFC CEO Dana White expects four special cards to air on CBS annually.
Alexander Volkanovski responds to UFC 319 fighter who vows to finish him: 'I'd crumble him'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 13, 2025
Alexander Volkanovski has caught wind of a marquee UFC 319 fighter’s comments. Now that Volkanovski is a two-time UFC Featherweight Champion, he once again has a slew of challengers waiting to face him. The UFC recently signed former Bellator and PFL standout Aaron Pico, who believes he will eventually share the Octagon with Volkanovski. Pico told MMAFighting that he will inevitably take Volkanovski out.
Dricus du Plessis downplays claims that Khamzat Chimaev is bigger than him: 'You'll see' at UFC 319
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 13, 2025
Dricus du Plessis has responded to those who think Khamzat Chimaev is significantly bigger than him. Recently, footage surfaced of du Plessis and Chimaev exchanging pleasantries just days before their UFC 319 title fight. Some fans who watched the clip felt that Chimaev appeared to tower over du Plessis, while others pointed out fans were being duped by the angle of the video. The UFC “Embedded” team had a different angle of the brief meeting with du Plessis and Chimaev.
Dana White trashes UFC hopefuls after 'weird night' of Contender Series: 'Don't waste your time'
BJ Penn Staff - August 13, 2025
Contender Series, a run of live fights that airs on Tuesdays each summer, is now one of the main ways Dana White and his UFC team scout new talent. The 2025 edition of the program kicked off last night. Unfortunately, it was a bit disappointing.
PHOTO | Khamzat Chimaev gets custom shorts for UFC 319 title fight
BJ Penn Staff - August 13, 2025
Khamzat Chimaev is the latest UFC fighter to get a pair of custom shorts. The undefeated Chechen star is set to challenge middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis in the main event of this weekend’s UFC 319 card in Chicago, Illinois. Main event fighters have increasingly been getting their own custom shorts, so it’s no surprise that Chimaev is getting some of his own.
Dana White discusses Joe Rogan's UFC future following new TV deal
Harry Kettle - August 13, 2025
UFC boss Dana White has given his thoughts on the future of Joe Rogan in the promotion after their new TV deal was announced. Throughout the course of the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s history, Joe Rogan has been an ever-present member of the company. He has been on the call for the majority of the UFC’s major moments and even now, he is still a regular commentator for them. While some aren’t a big fan of his style, others recognize just how many eyes he’s been able to bring to the sport of mixed martial arts.
UFC legend gives his thoughts on why Khamzat Chimaev's wrestling is so good
Harry Kettle - August 13, 2025
UFC legend Demetrious Johnson has given his thoughts on why Khamzat Chimaev’s wrestling is so effective. On Saturday night, Khamzat Chimaev will finally get the chance to compete for a UFC world title. He will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the middleweight championship and, based on what we know about both men, this has the potential to be one of the most entertaining bouts of the year thus far.
Dana White reveals UFC performance bonuses will increase following Paramount deal
Harry Kettle - August 13, 2025
UFC boss Dana White has revealed that UFC performance bonuses will increase following their recent Paramount TV deal announcement. For the longest time now, Dana White has been helping to grow the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s brand and image. Sometimes it’s worked, and sometimes it hasn’t – but when you look at the numbers, it’s clear to see that he’s helped them achieved some wonderful things throughout the course of his time there.
Ayaka Miura explains significance of ONE World Title shot in Japan: "My time to win"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 12, 2025
Ayaka “Zombie” Miura couldn’t have scripted a better scenario for her second championship opportunity. The Japanese contender gets to chase atomweight gold in front of her home crowd after falling short in her previous title attempt. Miura challenges Denice Zamboanga for the ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Title at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on Sunday, November 16, at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 34-year-old enters riding a five-fight winning streak with four submission victories since dropping to 115 pounds.
Anatoly Malykhin reveals unlikely childhood inspiration: "From a pro wrestler to a top-tier actor"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 12, 2025
Professional wrestling’s biggest crossover star provided the blueprint for Anatoly Malykhin’s relentless pursuit of greatness. The Russian traces his competitive drive back to watching Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson dominate both squared circle and silver screen. Malykhin attempts to reclaim the ONE Heavyweight MMA World Title from “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on November 16 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 33-year-old current ONE Middleweight and Light Heavyweight MMA World Champion seeks to complete his unprecedented title collection once again.
Diego Ferreira looking to 'meet in the middle and throw down' with King Green at UFC 319
Cole Shelton - August 12, 2025
Diego Ferreira is expecting a fan-friendly fight in his return to the Octagon at UFC 319. Ferreira is coming off a decision loss to Grant Dawson earlier this year. After the loss, he decided he needed to move to Dallas full-time so he could train full-time at Fortis. After months of training, he was booked to face King Green at UFC 319, which Ferreira is excited about.
Charles Oliveira shares prediction for potential Ilia Topuria vs Arman Tsarukyan title fight
Cole Shelton - August 12, 2025
Charles Oliveira is excited to see a potential title fight between Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan. Topuria became the UFC’s lightweight champion with a knockout win over Oliveira back in June. After the win, Paddy Pimblett went into the cage, which could be the next fight. However, Arman Tsarukyan could be in line to get the title shot, as he is the top-ranked contender.
Roman Dolidze speaks out following UFC Vegas 109 loss to Anthony Hernandez
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 12, 2025
Roman Dolidze was stopped at the conclusion of UFC Vegas 109, and he’s issued a statement in the aftermath. Dolidze was submitted for the first time in his pro MMA career by Anthony Hernandez this past Saturday. The defeat put an end to Dolidze’s three-fight winning streak. He has also dropped two spots down in the official UFC middleweight rankings, now holding the No. 11 spot.
Dricus du Plessis shares interesting UFC Paris prediction for Nassourdine Imavov vs. Caio Borralho
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 12, 2025
Dricus du Plessis could be facing the winner of Nassourdine Imavov vs. Caio Borralho, and he’s made a prediction. Imavov and Borralho are set to headline UFC Paris on Sept. 6. “The Sniper” will have fans inside Acc0r Arena on his side and he is currently a slight betting favorite. This figures to be a crucial bout in the middleweight division, as an impressive showing from the winner could lead to a UFC Middleweight Championship opportunity.
Alexander Volkanovski gets stern warning from UFC 319 debutant: 'I'm going to take him out'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 12, 2025
Alexander Volkanovski is used to having a target on his back, and one UFC 319 fighter has fired a warning shot. Volkanovski regained the UFC Featherweight Championship when he defeated Diego Lopes for the vacant gold back in April. “The Great” is now a two-time 145-pound titleholder, but his next bout hasn’t been made clear. While rumors of a title defense against Yair Rodriguez surfaced, the UFC has yet to make Volkanovski’s challenger official.
UFC commentator discusses possible slam ban following scary knockout
Harry Kettle - August 12, 2025
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has given his thoughts on a possible slam ban after Elijah Smith’s slam KO win over Toshiomi Kazama at UFC Vegas 109. Last Saturday night, we saw a handful of pretty wild finishes in the latest UFC Apex event. One of the biggest examples of that came from Elijah Smith, who was able to defeat and knock out Toshiomi Kazama in the first round. The manner in which he did it, though, was the real story, as he slammed Kazama to the ground which led to him being knocked out cold.
Miles Johns releases passionate statement following Jean Matsumoto defeat
Harry Kettle - August 12, 2025
Miles Johns has released a statement in the wake of his controversial loss to Jean Matsumoto last weekend. Heading into their encounter last Saturday night, Miles Johns made it crystal clear that he wanted to go to war with Jean Matsumoto. He was ready to go out there and put on a show for the fans and, in the end, that’s exactly what they did in what proved to be a fascinating fight in Las Vegas.