MMA News
Regian Eersel receives presidential tribute: "A fighter with an unimaginable passion, perseverance, and Suriname pride"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 7, 2025
World titles across multiple combat sports never prepared Regian “The Immortal” Eersel for his latest honor. The Dutch-Surinamese champion received heartfelt recognition from his homeland’s president after defending his ONE Championship crown. Eersel demolished George Jarvis in 84 seconds at ONE Fight Night 34 on Friday, August 1, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium. The 32-year-old secured his third successful ONE Lightweight Muay Thai World Title defense with a devastating right hand that ended matters at the 1:24 mark.
Charles Oliveira explains why he asked to return at UFC Rio and make quick turnaround
Cole Shelton - August 7, 2025
Charles Oliveira will be making a quick turnaround. Oliveira is set to headline UFC Rio on October 11 against Rafael Fiziev. Although Oliveira was knocked out by Ilia Topuria at the end of June for the lightweight belt, and is returning not even four months later. However, Oliveira says it was his request to fight so soon as he wanted to fight back in Brazil.
Dominick Reyes says Carlos Ulberg is more of an 'athlete' than Jon Jones ahead of UFC Perth: 'He’s quite the test'
Cole Shelton - August 7, 2025
Dominick Reyes has high praise for his UFC Perth opponent, Carlos Ulberg. Reyes is set to take on Ulberg in the main event of UFC Perth on September 27. The winner of the fight will be in the title picture, but Reyes isn’t thinking about that, as he knows beating Ulberg will be easier said than done.
UFC 319 betting odds for Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev are 'crazy,' says Hall of Famer
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2025
Betting odds for the UFC 319 headliner have stunned another MMA legend. UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis will look to put a halt to Khamzat Chimaev’s title hopes on Aug. 16 in Chicago. It’ll be Chimaev’s first crack at UFC gold. As for “Stilllknocks,” he’s in search of his third successful title defense.
Charles Oliveira booked for UFC Rio return against dangerous striker
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2025
Charles Oliveira won’t be waiting long for his next outing. The official X account of the UFC has announced that Oliveira has been booked to face Rafael Fiziev in the main event of UFC Rio on Oct. 11. It’s clear that “do Bronx” didn’t want to hold off on his return to the Octagon, as the date of his next fight would be just shy of four full months since his knockout loss to Ilia Topuria. It was a rough defeat for Oliveira, and some are already wondering if “do Bronx” is allowing himself to recover.
Dillon Danis admits feeling suicidal following boxing defeat against Logan Paul
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025
The always controversial Dillon Danis has admitted that he felt suicidal in the wake of his defeat to Logan Paul in October 2023. We all know that Dillon Danis loves to troll the masses. Instead of actually competing on a consistent basis, he prefers to wind people up – often on social media. Once upon a time, a few years back, that led him down the path of taking part in a boxing match against Logan Paul.
Michael Page reveals the problem he has with UFC welterweight division
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025
UFC star Michael Page, aka ‘MVP’, has given his thoughts on the current state of the promotion’s welterweight division. In his last outing, Michael Page – best known as MVP – made his way up to middleweight in order to face Shara Magomedov. In a result that took many by surprise, MVP was able to get the better of ‘Bullet’ and secure the win. He initially expected his appearance at 185 pounds to be a one-time deal but now, he’s preparing for a blockbuster encounter against Jared Cannonier at UFC 319.
UFC commentator doesn't think Khamzat Chimaev will change his usual approach at UFC 319
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025
UFC commentator Michael Bisping doesn’t expect to see Khamzat Chimaev change his usual approach at UFC 319. At UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship. This title shot has been a long time coming for ‘Borz’ and now that it’s finally arrived, you’d have to think he knows just how important this fight is. If he wins, he heads for superstardom. If he loses, major questions will be asked.
Khamzat Chimaev gives his thoughts on Dricus du Plessis' "weird" fight style
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has given his thoughts on Dricus du Plessis’ fight style ahead of their UFC 319 main event. Later this month, Khamzat Chimaev will finally get the chance to claim UFC gold. He will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship, with many believing this is his fight to lose. Of course, underestimating someone like DDP has proven to be a pretty big mistake for many in the past, and a lot of people have been pointing to his awkward style as a potential roadblock for ‘Borz’.
Miles Johns eager to throw 'leather' with Jean Matsumoto at UFC Vegas 109: 'This will be a fan-favorite fight'
Cole Shelton - August 6, 2025
Miles Johns was hoping to return sooner than this, but he’s excited for his UFC Vegas 109 fight. Johns is coming off a decision loss to Felipe Lima back in December. However, with Johns only having one fight left on his deal, he wasn’t sure what the UFC was going to do with him.
Former title challenger Steve Erceg believes he's fighting for his job at UFC Vegas 109
Cole Shelton - August 6, 2025
Steve Erceg believes he could be fighting for his job on Saturday at UFC Vegas 109. Erceg is set to take on Ode Osbourne in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 109, in a fight that will take place at bantamweight due to it being made on short notice. Entering the fight, Erceg is on a three-fight losing streak, and he believes he’s fighting for his job.
Khamzat Chimaev shoots down retirement rumors ahead of UFC 319, targets Jack Della Maddalena after Du Plessis
Cole Shelton - August 6, 2025
Khamzat Chimaev has no plans to retire anytime soon. Chimaev is set to challenge Dricus Du Plessis for the middleweight title in the main event of UFC 319 next Saturday. It’s an intriguing fight, but in the lead-up, reports have indicated that Chimaev could retire after UFC 319.
Nassourdine Imavov slams 'boring' Caio Borralho: 'I will just demolish him'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 6, 2025
Nassourdine Imavov is not impressed with Caio Borralho’s fighting style. Imavov and Borralho are set to clash in the main event of UFC Paris on Sept. 6. It’s a pivotal bout in the middleweight division. An impressive showing from either man can potentially lead to a UFC Middleweight Championship opportunity. The next middleweight title fight will take place at UFC 319 when Dricus du Plessis puts his gold at stake against Khamzat Chimaev on Aug. 16.
Dricus du Plessis explains why Khamzat Chimaev will struggle against him at UFC 319
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 6, 2025
Dricus du Plessis believes Khamzat Chimaev will have a difficult time at UFC 319. The title fight is scheduled to take place on Aug. 16. “Stillknocks” is looking for his third successful UFC middleweight title defense when he shares the Octagon with “Borz.” Ahead of the fight, many are wondering if Chimaev’s cardio will be up to the task if the fight goes into deep waters.
Diego Lopes dismisses recent remarks made by Noche UFC foe Jean Silva
Harry Kettle - August 6, 2025
UFC star Diego Lopes has dismissed Jean Silva for making comments about his Brazilian/Mexican heritage. On September 13 in San Antonio, Diego Lopes and Jean Silva will collide in an absolutely blockbuster featherweight encounter. The two will be headlining this year’s Noche UFC card, and many are excited to see how they’ll match up with one another.
Artem Lobov reveals what went wrong for Conor McGregor against Khabib Nurmagomedov
Harry Kettle - August 6, 2025
Artem Lobov has given his thoughts on what went wrong for his former friend Conor McGregor when he fought Khabib Nurmagomedov. Way back in October 2018, Conor McGregor challenged Khabib Nurmagomedov for the UFC lightweight championship. To this day, it’s the biggest fight in the history of mixed martial arts, and it’s one that was won by Khabib via submission. While that would usually be the end of the story, it’s safe to say that the two have continued to have a pretty notable rivalry over the years.
Joshua Pacio celebrates compatriot's milestone: "She's a World Champion now, a female World Champion at that"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 5, 2025
Joshua “The Passion” Pacio couldn’t hide his pride watching Denice Zamboanga make history for the Philippines. The ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion witnessed his compatriot’s journey through injuries and setbacks before she capturDenice Zamboangaed the nation’s first female MMA World Title. Pacio challenges Yuya Wakamatsu for the ONE Flyweight MMA World Title at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on November 16 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 29-year-old seeks two-division supremacy while Zamboanga makes her first atomweight title defense on the same card.
"Reug Reug" Oumar Kane relates to Rodtang: "Our stories are quite similar, just in different countries"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 5, 2025
“Reug Reug” Oumar Kane found an unlikely kindred spirit in Thailand’s Rodtang Jitmuangnon. The towering Senegalese wrestler and compact Thai striker discovered shared experiences that transcend size differences and fighting disciplines. Kane defends his ONE Heavyweight MMA World Title in a rematch against Anatoly Malykhin at ONE 173: Superbon vs Noiri on November 16 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 33-year-old seeks his first successful title defense in a rematch against the man he dethroned at ONE 169.