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Nobody wants to see Alex Pereira fight Magomed Ankalaev again, says outspoken UFC analyst
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 7, 2025
If you ask one UFC analyst, Alex Pereira shouldn’t have been booked in a rematch with Magomed Ankalaev. Pereira lost the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship to Ankalaev back in March. Ankalaev forced Pereira to fight while moving backward, which was unfamiliar territory for “Poatan.” The constant pressure from Ankalaev paid dividends, as he was able to secure the unanimous decision victory to obtain UFC gold for the first time in his pro MMA career.
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.
Arman Tsarukyan firmly believes that UFC rival Ilia Topuria is ducking him
Harry Kettle - August 7, 2025
UFC lightweight Arman Tsarukyan believes that the reigning champion, Ilia Topuria, is currently ducking him. For the longest time now, Arman Tsarukyan has been calling for a shot at the UFC lightweight championship. After pulling out against Islam Makhachev at the last minute due to injury, some wondered when his next opportunity would arrive. It certainly doesn’t help his case that he hasn’t fought since then, whereas other lightweights have been a bit more active.
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.
UFC icon reveals when Conor McGregor truly lost his identity as a fighter
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 6, 2025
Did Conor McGregor lose his identity as a fighter years ago? McGregor hasn’t fought inside the Octagon since UFC 264, which took place on July 10, 2021. McGregor broke his leg in a trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier. He had been scheduled to fight Michael Chandler at UFC 303 in 2024, but the “Notorious” one pulled out of the fight due to an injury. The bout was never rebooked, but McGregor continues to tease a return to competition.
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.
Belal Muhammad says Din Thomas is “way off” on Khamzat Chimaev stance
Harry Kettle - August 6, 2025
Belal Muhammad disagrees with Din Thomas for suggesting Khamzat Chimaev as UFC champion could be a ‘disaster’ due to his inactivity. Later this month, Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship. While many believe he’s more than capable of getting the job done, others have questioned whether or not his cardio will hold up. In addition to that, some wonder whether Khamzat will be able to succeed as champion given his notable inactivity in recent 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.
Eryk Anders expects his pressure to break Christian Leroy Duncan at UFC Vegas 109
Cole Shelton - August 5, 2025
Eryk Anders is winding down his career and looking to end on a high note. Anders has two fights left on his contract, and he says those will be his final two fights of his career. However, he was hoping to fight much sooner than this after scoring a TKO win over Chris Weidman back in December.
Anthony Hernandez not worried about looming title shot with win at UFC Vegas 109: 'This game is crazy'
Cole Shelton - August 5, 2025
Anthony Hernandez knows he’s closing in on a title shot at middleweight. Hernandez is set to headline UFC Vegas 109 on Saturday against Roman Dolidze in a pivotal middleweight fight. Heading into the fight, Hernandez is a sizeable -370 favorite on FanDuel against Dolidze. If Hernandez gets his hand raised, he would be close to a title shot, but he doesn’t care about any of that.
Reinier de Ridder not interested in grudge match with Paulo Costa right now
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 5, 2025
Reinier de Ridder isn’t entertaining a clash with Paulo Costa at the moment. “RDR” is fresh off a split decision victory over former UFC Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker. The bout headlined UFC Abu Dhabi. It was certainly no small task for de Ridder, but he may have punched his ticket to a title opportunity or a No. 1 contender bout. Not everyone was impressed with the performance, however.