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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cole Shelton - August 5, 2025

UFC lightweight contender Renato Moicano has plenty of praise for Mauricio Ruffy. Ruffy is unranked but set to take on 13th-ranked Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC Paris in an intriguing lightweight fight. Heading into the fight, Moicano expects Ruffy to continue his dominance and prove to everyone he’s the real deal.

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.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 5, 2025

Reigning UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis admits he was nervous entering one high-profile fight. “Stillknocks” has been adding to his impressive resume with two wins over Sean Strickland and a victory over Robert Whittaker. He has two successful title defenses and will be looking for a third in the main event of UFC 319 against Khamzat Chimaev on Aug. 16.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 5, 2025

Martin Buday’s UFC exit has been debated within the MMA community, and one well-known personality has shared his opinion. Buday is riding a three-fight winning streak and he went 7-1 under the UFC banner. He was even ranked No. 15 in the official UFC heavyweight rankings. Ultimately, the decision was made not to renew Buday’s deal. Those who argue against the UFC’s decision feel there’s no room to be picky with talent in the heavyweight division, while others argue that Buday was never going to make a significant splash.

Harry Kettle - August 5, 2025

UFC star Rafael Fiziev has ruled out the possibility of a move from lightweight down to the featherweight division. As we know, Rafael Fiziev is one of the most intriguing lightweight fighters on the roster. However, while he’s had some great moments over the years, he’s also had some setbacks. That includes a nasty injury alongside two losses to Justin Gaethje, all of which set him back on his path to a title shot.

Harry Kettle - August 5, 2025

MMA analyst Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe it’s fair to question the state of Khamzat Chimaev’s conditioning ahead of UFC 319. As we know, we’re just a few weeks away from Khamzat Chimaev challenging Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship. It’s a fight that’s been a long time coming, and it’s one that many are backing ‘Borz’ to win. However, some have questioned the state of his conditioning.

Harry Kettle - August 5, 2025

UFC middleweight Caio Borralho believes Robert Whittaker is getting close to retiring from mixed martial arts. As we know, Robert Whittaker is one of the best middleweights of his generation. There are some out there who might dispute that but in reality, it’s the truth. He has done some incredible things throughout the course of his career, which includes becoming UFC middleweight champion.

Cole Shelton - August 5, 2025

The 201st episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Vegas 109 and OKTAGON 74. We’re first joined by UFC middleweight Eryk Anders (1:33). UFC bantamweight Miles Johns (11:40) joins the show. Former UFC fighter Keith Jardine (22:16) comes on. Closing out the program is OKTAGON middleweight Mark Hulme (40:47).

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 4, 2025

Has the first UFC lightweight title contender for Ilia Topuria been determined? Topuria recently captured the 155-pound gold by sleeping Charles Oliveira in the opening frame of their UFC 317 main event. That’s now three straight knockout wins over future UFC Hall of Famers for “El Matador.” While Topuria has looked like a world-beater, there are enticing challengers for him.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 4, 2025

Could Dricus du Plessis find success beyond the middleweight division? “Stillknocks” is the reigning UFC Middleweight Champion with two successful title defenses. He’ll be looking to thwart the challenge of Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on Aug. 16. While du Plessis would still have some worthy contenders to face if he defeats Chimaev, one former UFC fighter believes the 185-pound champion could eventually move up in weight.

Harry Kettle - August 4, 2025

Islam Makhachev has teased the beginning of his fight camp for his heavily rumored showdown with Jack Della Maddalena. As we know, Islam Makhachev is gearing up for a run in the UFC’s welterweight division. Given the success he’s been able to have at 155 pounds, it certainly seems like he’s destined for a title shot straight away. If he gets his wish, which certainly seems like the direction we’re heading in, he will battle reigning welterweight king Jack Della Maddalena for the strap.