MMA News
Paddy Pimblett has a message for Elon Musk following latest Twitter suspension: “What space man runs your internet website?”
Harry Kettle - July 26, 2022
UFC star Paddy Pimblett has sent a message to Elon Musk following his latest social media account suspension. Last Saturday night at UFC London, Paddy Pimblett reaffirmed his position as one of the most intriguing rising stars in the promotion today – and potentially even the sport. While the 27-year-old isn’t being tipped as a future champion in the same way some of his peers are, there’s definitely a level of excitement behind where he could go both in the cage and outside of it.
Miesha Tate shoots down talk of retirement, plans to see sports psychologist prior to UFC return
Harry Kettle - July 26, 2022
Former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Miesha Tate has shot down the idea of retiring from mixed martial arts. Throughout the course of her UFC career, Miesha Tate has been recognised as a big fan favourite across the sport – and for good reason. From her title win to her attitude in and out of the cage, the veteran has never been one to turn down a challenge.
Leon Edwards shares prediction for “f**ked up” Nate Diaz vs Khamzat Chimaev fight at UFC 279: “I’d love Nate to get it done”
Harry Kettle - July 26, 2022
Leon Edwards has revealed that he wants to see Nate Diaz get the job done against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279. For years now Nate Diaz has been seen as something of an enigma in the world of mixed martial arts and rightly so. From big wins to incredible moments on the mic and beyond, the Stockton king rarely plays by the rules and instead chooses to follow his own path.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 88 with Maycee Barber, Alex Morono, Drakkar Klose, and Orion Cosce
Cole Shelton - July 26, 2022
The 88th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC 277.
Dan Hardy reveals boxing match with Diego Sanchez moved to November 12th
Josh Evanoff - July 25, 2022
Former UFC welterweight Dan Hardy will have to wait a bit longer to make his return to the ring. ‘The Outlaw’ has been out of competition since a knockout win over Amir Sadollah in September 2012. Following the victory, Hardy was diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. The heart condition immediately forced the fan favorite to retire.
Khamzat Chimaev excited for fight with "legend" Nate Diaz: "I'm going to show who is the gangster"
Josh Evanoff - July 25, 2022
UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev is ready to show he’s more gangster than Nate Diaz. ‘Borz’ has been out of action since his unanimous decision victory over Gilbert Burns in April. The victory saw the 28-year-old blast up the rankings, and continue his march toward superstardom.
Scott Coker reveals Fedor Emelianenko hoping to face Ryan Bader in retirement fight: "We’ll definitely consider it"
Josh Evanoff - July 25, 2022
Scott Coker has revealed that Bellator heavyweights Fedor Emelianenko and Ryan Bader could faceoff once again. ‘The Last Emperor’ has been out of the cage since his knockout of Tim Johnson last October. The victory moved his current winning streak to two, as he previously defeated Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson in December 2019.
Jimi Manuwa believes he will end retirement to fight again after watching UFC London: "It gives me more enthusiasm to get up and train and come back"
Cole Shelton - July 25, 2022
Jimi Manuwa believes he will fight again. Manuwa retired from MMA following his KO loss to Aleksandar Rakic at UFC Stockholm in June of 2019. That setback had marked his fourth in a row and prompted ‘The Poster Boy’ to hang up his gloves. However, since announcing his retirement, Jimi has always flirted with the idea of making a comeback.
Muhammad Mokaev slams “animal” Paddy Pimblett for his antics at UFC London: “Men in Liverpool, I know real Scouse people, they don’t do stuff like this”
Cole Shelton - July 25, 2022
Muhammad Mokaev is not a fan of Paddy Pimblett. Mokaev and Pimblett both picked up wins at UFC London and even though they both call England home, the undefeated flyweight doesn’t like the way Pimblett acts.
Jimi Manuwa disagrees with Daniel Cormier, other fighters telling Alexander Gustafsson to retire after UFC London: "I don't think other fighters or fans should be telling fighters to retire"
Cole Shelton - July 25, 2022
Jimi Manuwa doesn’t think anyone should be telling Alexander Gustafsson to retire following UFC London. Gustafsson made his return to the sport and the light heavyweight division on the main card of UFC London as he took on Nikita Krylov. The Swede was on a three-fight losing skid, with all three losses coming by stoppage, and unfortunately for Gustafsson, he suffered another setback on Saturday.
Curtis Blaydes shoots down the idea of a rematch with Tom Aspinall after UFC London: “I’m not risking my ranking, I won the fight”
Cole Shelton - July 25, 2022
Curtis Blaydes doesn’t want to run things back with Tom Aspinall. Blaydes and Aspinall headlined UFC London on Saturday night in what was supposed to be a massive fight for the heavyweight division. However, just 15 seconds into the scrap, the fight was over as Aspinall appeared to blow out his knee.
What's next for Curtis Blaydes and Tom Aspinall after UFC London?
Cole Shelton - July 25, 2022
In the main event of UFC London, Curtis Blaydes headed into enemy territory to take on rising contender Tom Aspinall. Blaydes entered the fight coming off a KO win over Chris Daukuas back in March after earning a decision win over Jairzinho Rozensturik to get back into the win column. Aspinall, meanwhile, defeated Alexander Volkov by first-round submission last time out.
Jimi Manuwa explains why he slapped "disrespectful" Aleksandar Rakic at UFC London: "I had to give him what he deserves for acting like a troll"
Cole Shelton - July 24, 2022
Jimi Manuwa wants to make it clear that he did not sucker-punch Aleksandar Rakic, but slapped him over some comments the Austrian made. Back in June of 2019 at UFC Stockholm, Manuwa and Rakic fought and it was the Austrian who won by head kick KO in just 42-seconds. Since the loss, Manuwa says Rakic has been disrespectful as he has been DM’ing him asking if the Brit needs money given Rakic earned 50k for his KO win.
Charles Oliveira isn't fazed by Islam Makhachev Ahead of UFC 280: "I’ve fought tougher people"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 24, 2022
Charles Oliveira isn’t the least bit intimidated by Islam Makhachev. Oliveira and Makhachev are scheduled to collide for the vacant UFC Lightweight Championship. The action will headline UFC 280 inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 22.
Jack Hermansson apologizes to Chris Curtis Following UFC London: "I’m a little bit disappointed with myself"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 24, 2022
Jack Hermansson has offered an apology to Chris Curtis following their UFC London showdown. The bout went the distance and in the end, it was Hermansson who won the fight via unanimous decision. There was a lot of jaw-jacking throughout the bout, mostly on Curtis’ end.
UFC fighter Aleksandar Rakic claims he was sucker punched by Jimi Manuwa: "You're such a bad loser"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 24, 2022
Aleksandar Rakic has a doozy of a story coming out of UFC London. The event went down inside the O2 Arena in London, England on July 23. The main event ended in just 15 seconds. Curtis Blaydes picked up the TKO victory over Tom Aspinall, who suffered a knee injury.
Cris Cyborg questions if Alexander Gustafsson has “earned enough” to retire after Daniel Cormier calls for ‘The Mauler’ to hang up his gloves
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 24, 2022
Daniel Cormier is urging Alexander Gustafsson to retire but Cris Cyborg wonders if he’s made enough money to do so. It’s no secret that Gustafsson has been on the decline in his pro MMA career. “The Mauler” went from giving former pound-for-pound king Jon Jones all he could handle to being finished four times in a row.
Pros react to Paddy Pimblett’s powerful post-fight speech about mental health at UFC London
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 24, 2022
Paddy Pimblett had an outstanding performance at UFC London but it was his post-fight message that has everyone’s attention. Pimblett shared the Octagon with Jordan Leavitt inside the O2 Arena on July 23. Pimblett came across as a total superstar and he gave fans in attendance plenty to cheer for.