MMA News
Greg Hardy says UFC officials left the door open for an eventual return: “I look forward to going back one day”
Harry Kettle - June 22, 2022
Greg Hardy has suggested that UFC officials have left the door open for him to potentially return to the promotion one day. At the age of 33, Greg Hardy has already had a pretty eventful career in mixed martial arts with a 7-5 (1) record to his name. The former NFL star was always viewed as something of a controversial figure in the sport but now that he’s been released by the UFC, he’s ready to explore some new options – including a run in bare-knuckle boxing with BKFC.
Dana White gives Alex Volkanovski the green light to fight for the UFC lightweight title: “That guy can do whatever he wants to do”
Harry Kettle - June 22, 2022
UFC president Dana White has confirmed he wouldn’t stand in the way of Alex Volkanovski moving up to lightweight. In less than two weeks, Alex Volkanovski will attempt to finally put an end to his historic rivalry with Max Holloway. The two will battle it out over the UFC featherweight title for the third time and with Volkanovski 2-0 up in the series, it’s no surprise that a lot of fans are favouring him to retain the strap – establishing himself, arguably, as the greatest 145-pound champion in UFC history.
Jorge Masvidal wants “easy money” fight with Conor McGregor in November or December: “Before this guy overdoses on cocaine”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has confirmed his desire to battle Conor McGregor in a UFC superfight before the end of the year. The last couple of years haven’t been particularly kind to Jorge Masvidal or Conor McGregor when it comes to their exploits inside the cage. Masvidal has suffered defeats to Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington, whereas McGregor has been on the wrong end of consecutive losses to Dustin Poirier.
Dana White says it's "undeniable" that Kamaru Usman is the greatest welterweight ever: "He's lapping guys"
Cole Shelton - June 21, 2022
Dana White believes Kamaru Usman is undeniably the welterweight GOAT. Usman is set to defend his welterweight title against Leon Edwards in the main event of UFC 278 on August 20 in Salt Lake City, Utah. It’s an intriguing matchup as Usman looks to defend his belt for the sixth time, and the bout also serves as a rematch of their 2015 fight.
Alexander Volkanovski targeting lightweight title fight with Charles Oliveira after Max Holloway trilogy: "He can be beat"
Josh Evanoff - June 21, 2022
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is eyeing a fight with Charles Oliveira. ‘The Great’ is set to face Max Holloway in their trilogy bout next month at UFC 276. As of now, Volkanovski sits at 2-0 in his series with ‘Blessed’. Ahead of his trilogy fight, the Australian has targeted a move to lightweight.
Jake Paul offers to fight Nate Diaz in his final UFC fight: "I will fight for free"
Josh Evanoff - June 21, 2022
Jake Paul is fine with fighting UFC welterweight Nate Diaz in the cage, and not the ring. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of the ring since his knockout of Tyron Woodley in December 2021. Following the victory, he decided to take some time off from the boxing ring. However, he’s now announced his return.
Brendan Schaub shoots down claims of robbery for Calvin Kattar's loss to Josh Emmett: "There's no way he won"
Josh Evanoff - June 21, 2022
Brendan Schaub believes there’s no chance Calvin Kattar defeated Josh Emmett at UFC Austin. Last Saturday night, fans in Texas were treated to a featherweight showcase. In the main event of UFC Austin, Calvin Kattar and Josh Emmett went to war for five rounds. At the end of the contest, it was the latter who earned the victory via a split decision.
Dana White says Nate Diaz "should probably" go box Jake Paul: "Nate's won one fight in five years"
Cole Shelton - June 21, 2022
Dana White believes Nate Diaz should go out and box Jake Paul. Diaz took to Twitter to ask for his release and hinted at boxing Paul. It’s a fight that many have talked about, including Paul wanting it to happen. However, Diaz is still under UFC contract and for White, he says they still have to give him one more fight.
12 fights officially announced for UFC 278, including Kamaru Usman vs. Leon Edwards 2
Cole Shelton - June 21, 2022
UFC 278 will officially go down on August 20 in Salt Lake City, Utah and the promotion has announced 12 fights for the event. Headlining the pay-per-view card is a welterweight title fight between Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards. Usman is looking for his sixth title defense and is coming off a hand injury. In his most recent appearance, ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ beat Colby Covington by decision. Meanwhile, Edwards is coming off a decision win over Nate Diaz at UFC 263.
Jimmie Rivera relieved to finally make BKFC debut, hoping for a "brawl" against Howard Davis at BKFC 26
Cole Shelton - June 21, 2022
Jimmie Rivera will finally end his long layoff on Friday night. Rivera is set to face Howard Davis in the co-main event of BKFC 26. It will be his first fight since February of 2021 when he dropped a decision to Pedro Munhoz. For Rivera, he says it’s a big relief for him to finally fight, this after suffering two canceled bouts since leaving the UFC.
UFC Champion Israel Adesanya shares some career advice for former foe Robert Whittaker
Susan Cox - June 21, 2022
UFC Champion Israel Adesanya is sharing some career advice with his former foe Robert Whittaker. The middleweight champion’s only loss of his MMA career came when he made the move from middleweight to light heavyweight. It was Israel Adesanya (22-1 MMA) vs Jan Blachowicz (29-9 MMA) at UFC 259 in March of 2021. Blachowicz won via unanimous decision.
Israel Adesanya sends a warning to Alex Pereira ahead of UFC 276: "These ain't big pillow gloves, these are four ounce deadly weapons that I can't wait to drive through your face"
Susan Cox - June 21, 2022
Israel Adesanya, the reigning UFC middleweight champion, has sent a warning to Alex Pereira ahead of UFC 276. It will be Adesanya (22-1 MMA) vs Jared Cannonier (15-5 MMA) on July 2nd at UFC 276 in the middleweight main event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Nate Diaz willing to fight anyone in July or August to get out of UFC contract, teases boxing match with Jake Paul: "I have bigger sh*t to do"
Susan Cox - June 21, 2022
Nate Diaz has one fight left on his UFC contract and he is tired of waiting for Dana White to make it happen. Diaz (21-13 MMA) has not fought since June of 2021 where he went up against Leon Edwards (19-3 MMA) at UFC 263 in a welterweight bout. The result was a decision win for Edwards.
Julian Marquez shares hateful DMs he received from fight fans following his KO loss at UFC Austin
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2022
Julian Marquez has shown fans an example of the hateful direct messages he’s received from fight fans after UFC Austin. Last Saturday night in Texas, Julian Marquez went out there and put on a real show for the fans in his war with Gregory Rodrigues. Unfortunately for him, he came up on the losing end after being knocked out following one of the wildest first rounds in recent memory.
Michael Bisping shares his thoughts on rumored Tony Ferguson vs Conor McGregor fight: “It makes sense for both of them”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2022
MMA analyst Michael Bisping has given his thoughts on a possible showdown between Tony Ferguson and Conor McGregor. It’s been no secret in recent years that Tony Ferguson and Conor McGregor aren’t big fans of one another. The pair have been going back and forth over social media at various points, constantly teasing the idea of them squaring off inside the Octagon. Alas, up to this current moment in time, it hasn’t come to fruition.
Sean O’Malley responds to callout from UFC Austin winner Adrian Yanez: “That’s a fight that definitely will happen in the future”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2022
Sean O’Malley has responded to a recent callout from Adrian Yanez as both bantamweights continue to shine in the UFC. Over the course of the last few years, Sean O’Malley has served as one of the most notable newcomers to the UFC stage. Whether it be his eccentric personality, interesting fashion style or incredibly fun way of fighting, ‘Suga’ definitely knows how to get people talking.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 83 with Jimmie Rivera, Chris Curtis, Danny Sabatello, Christos Giagos, Mario Bautista, and Vanessa Demopoulos
Cole Shelton - June 21, 2022
The 83rd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Vegas 57, BKFC 26 and Bellator 282.
Julianna Pena responds to Amanda Nunes injury claim following UFC 269 loss: "You gotta say whatever you gotta say"
Josh Evanoff - June 20, 2022
UFC women’s bantamweight champion Julianna Pena doesn’t care for Amanda Nunes revealing injuries following their fight last December. At UFC 269, ‘The Venezuelan Vixen’ faced off against ‘The Lioness’. Despite being a massive underdog, Pena would spring one of the biggest upsets in UFC history. The 32-year-old submitted the long-reigning women’s bantamweight champion in the second round.