MMA News
UFC 318 weigh-in results: Dustin Poirier tips the scales one last time
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 18, 2025
Dustin Poirier has weighed in for the final time in his pro MMA career. Poirier clocked in at 156 pounds on Friday morning for his retirement fight. “The Diamond” is set to take on Max Holloway, who clocked in at 155 pounds, in the UFC 318 headliner. Poirier will have the hometown fans firmly behind him, as the fight will be held in New Orleans.
Dustin Poirier's head coach reveals what it would take for him to break impending MMA retirement
Harry Kettle - July 18, 2025
UFC star Dustin Poirier’s head coach has spoken about him possibly breaking his upcoming retirement in the future. On Saturday night, Dustin Poirier will make the walk to the Octagon for the final time. After his trilogy bout against Max Holloway in New Orleans, ‘The Diamond’ will ride off into the sunset and retire from mixed martial arts. He’ll leave behind an incredible legacy, going down in history as one of the greatest and most exciting lightweight fighters ever.
Max Holloway’s analysis of Ilia Topuria’s recent three-fight win streak criticized by UFC lightweight
Harry Kettle - July 18, 2025
UFC lightweight Renato Moicano doesn’t agree with Max Holloway’s recent criticism of Ilia Topuria’s iconic three-fight win streak. On Saturday night, Max Holloway will attempt to get himself back in the win column. He’ll do so at 155 pounds, defending his BMF championship against the one and only Dustin Poirier. While he may be 0-2 in their series, many believe that ‘Blessed’ will put forward a much better version of himself than he did in their first and second fights.
Jon Jones called out for openweight fight at UFC White House event
Harry Kettle - July 18, 2025
An old rival of Jon Jones, who currently competes at welterweight, has claimed they would be open to fighting him at the White House. As we now know, Jon Jones has seemingly decided to break his mixed martial arts retirement – just a few weeks after he retired in the first place. The reason he’s done so is because the UFC announced they are planning on heading to the White House for a PPV event next summer. ‘Bones’, as you can probably imagine, can already see how much potential there would be in terms of earnings for just one fight.
Ayaka Miura closes in on title shot against Juliana Otalora: "I want to win solidly"
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 17, 2025
Ayaka Miura’s path to championship gold has never been clearer. One more dominant performance could secure her place in the title picture. The #2-ranked atomweight MMA contender faces undefeated promotional newcomer Juliana “La Patrona” Otalora at ONE Friday Fights 116 on Friday, July 18, inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium. For Miura, the bout represents another step toward her ultimate goal.
Patricio 'Pitbull' Freire made drastic change ahead of UFC 318 fight against Dan Ige
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 17, 2025
Patricio “Pitbull” Freire is taking his second UFC fight quite seriously. Freire is hoping to rebound after his UFC debut didn’t go the way he had hoped. The former two-division Bellator champion dropped a unanimous decision against Yair Rodriguez in a fight where he was outgunned for three rounds. Freire didn’t look like the same fighter that tore through the Bellator featherweight division.
Max Holloway won't be upset if Paddy Pimblett challenges Ilia Topuria for UFC gold
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 17, 2025
Don’t expect Max Holloway to be perturbed if Paddy Pimblett skips the line to receive a UFC lightweight title opportunity. Following Ilia Topuria’s knockout victory over Charles Oliveira to lay claim to the 155-pound gold, Pimblett entered the Octagon and had an intense staredown with “El Matador.” Topuria shoved “The Baddy” and it appeared the UFC had its next lightweight title fight on a silver platter.
Dustin Poirier can't be discredited for never winning undisputed UFC title, says Israel Adesanya
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 17, 2025
Israel Adesanya doesn’t agree with those who try to discredit Dustin Poirier’s career. Poirier is set to enter the Octagon for the final time as a competitor on Saturday. He will collide with familiar foe Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 318 in New Orleans. For Poirier, it’s a chance to leave pro MMA competition with a third win over “Blessed.”
Marvin Vettori can't wait to hurt Brendan Allen at UFC 318
Harry Kettle - July 17, 2025
UFC veteran Marvin Vettori has explained why he can’t wait to hurt Brendan Allen ahead of their UFC 318 grudge match. On Saturday night, you could argue that Marvin Vettori faces a crossroads moment in his career. He is set to do battle with Brendan Allen and after an inconsistent run of results, he could really do with a victory to boost his confidence.
Paulo Costa explains why Khamzat Chimaev rivalry is personal
Harry Kettle - July 17, 2025
UFC middleweight Paulo Costa has explained why he considers his feud with Khamzat Chimaev to be pretty personal. This weekend, Paulo Costa will make his return to the Octagon when he battles Roman Kopylov at UFC 318. While it’s expected to be a tough fight for him, it’s one he should really be winning if he’s serious about climbing back into title contention. Plus, with Khamzat Chimaev potentially becoming champion next month, that’s even more of an incentive.
Tom Aspinall gives his thoughts on the use of the BMF title at UFC 318
Harry Kettle - July 17, 2025
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has made it clear that he isn’t a massive fan of the BMF championship. As we know, Tom Aspinall is the baddest man on the planet. He has earned that title as a result of what he’s been able to achieve inside the Octagon. Now, after the retirement of Jon Jones, the Englishman is the undisputed champion of the heavyweight division.
Yuki Yoza confident he can shock Petchtanong Petchfergus: "Moves he's never experienced before"
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 16, 2025
Yuki Yoza believes his physical advantages will be enough to overcome one of kickboxing’s most decorated veterans. The Japanese striker is ready to prove his worth against a Thai legend. The former K-1 Champion faces #3-ranked bantamweight kickboxing contender Petchtanong Petchfergus at ONE Friday Fights 116 on Friday, July 18, inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium. For Yoza, the bout represents a massive step up in competition.
Patricio Pitbull wants to fight Aaron Pico after UFC 318 in Bellator grudge match: "He couldn't get to the belt"
Cole Shelton - July 16, 2025
Patricio Pitbull has his eyes set on Aaron Pico if he gets past Dan Ige at UFC 318. Pitbull is set to take on Ige on the main card of UFC 318 in Louisiana on Saturday in a pivotal bout at featherweight. The Brazilian is coming off a disappointing UFC debut loss to Yair Rodriguez.
Max Holloway believes he can earn a rematch with Ilia Topuria with a statement win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 318
Cole Shelton - July 16, 2025
Max Holloway thinks he can jump the queue for a lightweight title shot at UFC 318. Holloway is set to defend his BMF belt against Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 318 on Saturday in Louisiana. It’s a highly anticipated bout, as Holloway is moving back up to lightweight after he was knocked out by Ilia Topuria last time out for the featherweight belt.
Former UFC champion Cris Cyborg makes stunning decision on her fighting career
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 16, 2025
Cris Cyborg admits retirement draws near. Cyborg recently turned 40 years old, but she remains dominant inside the cage. Her last defeat was the famous first-round knockout loss to Amanda Nunes back in 2018. Since that fight, Cyborg has gone 8-0 with four knockouts and a submission win.
Misfits Boxing 22 announced featuring Darren Till vs Luke Rockhold, and the return of Tony Ferguson
Cole Shelton - July 16, 2025
Misfits Boxing 22 has been announced, and it features some former UFC fighters. The main event of Misfits Boxing 22 sees former UFC welterweight title challenger Darren Till taking on former middleweight champion Luke Rockthe hold for the Misfits bridgerweight championship. The event is set to take place on August 30 at AO Arena in Manchester, England.
Max Holloway won't allow Ilia Topuria loss to deter him at UFC 318, says Hall of Famer
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 16, 2025
Max Holloway is coming off the first knockout loss of his career, but one UFC legend doesn’t feel “Blessed” will let it bother him. Holloway is set to take on Dustin Poirier for the third and final time on Saturday. Poirier is set to retire once his main event fight at UFC 318 has concluded. “The Diamond” already has two victories over Holloway.
UFC 318 | Pro fighters make their picks for Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier 3 BMF title fight
Cole Shelton - July 16, 2025
In the main event of UFC 318, the BMF title is on the line as Max Holloway defends the strap in his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier. Heading into the fight, Holloway is a -132 favorite while ‘The Diamond’ is a +104 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the BMF title fight at UFC 318, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The pros are leaning toward Poirier getting the job done in his retirement fight and going 3-0 against Holloway in his career.