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Jhanlo Mark Sangiao admits he "needed this win so much" after ONE Fight Night 33
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 15, 2025
Nearly two years of waiting and wondering finally came to an end for Jhanlo Mark Sangiao. The Filipino fighter got the result he desperately needed. The 23-year-old bantamweight MMA fighter defeated Mongolian striker Shinechagtga Zoltsetseg by submission at ONE Fight Night 33 on Friday, July 11, inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium. For Sangiao, the victory represented much more than just another win.
Shadow wants immediate fight with Mohamed Younes Rabah after no-contest: "I'm ready to give him a rematch"
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 15, 2025
Sometimes the most frustrating moments in combat sports happen when everything goes perfectly. Shadow Singha Mawynn experienced that cruel reality firsthand at ONE Fight Night 33. The Thai striker was dominating Mohamed Younes Rabah in their featherweight Muay Thai co-main event on Friday, July 11, inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium. Shadow had already scored a knockdown and was building momentum toward what seemed like an inevitable finish.
What's next for Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira after UFC Nashville?
Cole Shelton - July 14, 2025
The UFC was in Nashville, Tennessee, on Saturday, July 12, for a solid UFC Nashville card. The main event saw heavyweight contenders throw down as Derrick Lewis took on Tallison Teixeira. Entering the fight, Lewis was coming off a TKO win over Rodrigo Nascimento back in May of 2024. Teixeira, meanwhile, was just 1-0 in the UFC with a TKO win over Justin Tafa in his debut.
UFC Abu Dhabi takes a hit as Movsar Evloev withdraws from highly-anticipated bout against Aaron Pico
Cole Shelton - July 14, 2025
UFC Abu Dhabi has taken a massive hit next week as Movsar Evloev is out of his upcoming fight. Evloev was supposed to take on Aaron Pico in a pivotal five-round co-main event at featherweight at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26. The fight was likely set to determine the next featherweight contender, but the fight is now off.
Marvin Vettori promises to 'f***ing dismantle' Brendan Allen at UFC 318
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 14, 2025
Marvin Vettori has bad intentions going into his UFC 318 grudge match with Brendan Allen. Vettori and Allen will be fighting for pride and relevancy on Saturday. There is some bad blood between the two, as they once brawled inside a casino. Punches were thrown and both men had to be separated. They will get to fight in a professional setting on Saturday in New Orleans.
UFC commentator Jon Anik reveals who should be next BMF title challenger
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 14, 2025
UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik has an idea of who should be the next challenger for the BMF Championship. Max Holloway is the current symbolic BMF titleholder. He become the recognized champion when he pulled off one of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history. With one second to spare in the fight, “Blessed” knocked Justin Gaethje out cold to lay claim to the championship.
UFC trailblazer shares crucial disadvantages Dustin Poirier may have ahead of retirement fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 14, 2025
One UFC Hall of Famer believes Dustin Poirier had some key advantages over Max Holloway that have now turned against him. Poirier has two victories over Holloway, and he’ll be looking for a third win against “Blessed” to close out his prizefighting career. The two will collide once more in the main event of UFC 318 on Saturday.
Dana White gives his thoughts on Stephen Thompson's UFC future
Harry Kettle - July 14, 2025
UFC boss Dana White has given his thoughts on the future of Stephen Thompson after his loss to Gabriel Bonfim. Last weekend at UFC Nashville, Stephen Thompson put forward a really strong effort in his meeting with Gabriel Bonfim. He continues to take on any challenger that the UFC puts in front of him, and while ‘Wonderboy’ may be in the twilight of his career, he’s still capable of putting on some really incredible performances.
Derrick Lewis confirms he wants to push for another UFC title shot
Harry Kettle - July 14, 2025
UFC legend Derrick Lewis has confirmed he wants to make another push for the heavyweight championship. Last Saturday night, 40-year-old Derrick Lewis did it again. He was able to knock out a rising contender in Tallison Teixeira, and while the stoppage was a bit controversial, ‘The Black Beast’ did incredibly well to get the better of his foe and secure the finish. Now, of course, the big question is a very simple one: what’s next?
Max Holloway expects point-down moment against Dustin Poirier at UFC 318
Harry Kettle - July 14, 2025
UFC star Max Holloway expects to meet Dustin Poirier in the middle of the cage and throw caution to the wind at UFC 318. As we know, Max Holloway is one of the most entertaining fighters in all of mixed martial arts. He’s had some incredible moments throughout the course of his career and while he’s coming off the back of his first knockout defeat, he’s hoping to bounce back in style in the main event of UFC 318.
Alex Pereira's UFC title run was 'engineered,' says well-known MMA manager
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 13, 2025
A top MMA manager doesn’t believe Alex Pereira would’ve been a UFC champion if Magomed Ankalaev got dibs on a shot first. Pereira reigned as the 205-pound champion with three successful title defenses. After defeating Jiri Prochazka to capture the gold, “Poatan” finished Jamahal Hill, Prochazka a second time, and Khalil Rountree. Pereira’s reign came to an end courtesy of Ankalaev, who had “Poatan” backing up for most of their five-round affair.
Derrick Lewis takes aim at opponent's team following UFC Nashville win
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 13, 2025
Derrick Lewis has revealed why he taunted his opponent’s corner after scoring a TKO win at UFC Nashville. Lewis shared the Octagon with Tallison Teixeira on Saturday. In the early going, Lewis’ eye appeared to be bothering him. “The Black Beast” claimed he was faking an eye poke to lure Teixeira into a false sense of security.
Dana White reacts to stoppage debate amid Derrick Lewis win at UFC Nashville
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 13, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White has given his take on the debate surrounding Derrick Lewis’ recent win. Lewis shared the Octagon with Tallison Teixeira on Saturday night. The heavyweight tilt headlined UFC Nashville. It didn’t take long for “The Black Beast” to stop Teixeira via TKO. Teixeira immediately protested the stoppage from referee Jason Herzog.
Stephen Thompson provides update on gnarly shin injury at UFC Nashville
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 13, 2025
Stephen Thompson has updated fans on the deep gash he suffered during UFC Nashville. Thompson took on Gabriel Bonfim in the co-main event of Saturday’s card inside Bridgestone Arena. The bout went the distance and “Wonderboy” fell just short via split decision. Thompson was forced to move around backstage in crutches after splitting his shin when Bonfim checked a kick.
Belal Muhammad calls for additional UFC weight classes: 'Why not add more?'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 13, 2025
Former UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad would like to see his fighting home add more weight classes. Muhammad is aware that many have debated about adding more weight classes to the top MMA promotion for years now. One of the popular talking points within the MMA community at one time was whether or not a 165-pound weight class should be added. UFC CEO Dana White has shut down the addition of more weight classes, but some wonder what the stance is now that TKO has taken over.
Max Holloway shares interesting observation of Ilia Topuria's punching power
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 13, 2025
Max Holloway has felt Ilia Topuria’s punching power, and his assessment might surprise you. Holloway shared the Octagon with Topuria at UFC 308 and ended up suffering his first knockout loss. It was a successful UFC Featherweight Championship defense for “El Matador,” who moved on to capture the lightweight gold by knocking out Chares Oliveira.
Pros react after Derrick Lewis TKO's Tallison Teixeira at UFC Nashville
Chris Taylor - July 12, 2025
Tonight’s UFC Nashville event was headlined by a highly anticipated heavyweight bout between Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira. Lewis (29-12 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring a third-round TKO victory over Rodrigo Nascimento fourteen months ago at UFC St. Louis. ‘The Black Beast’ had gone 2-3 over his previous five Octagon appearances, this while suffering losses to Sergei Pavlovich, Serghei Spivac and Jailton Almeida during that stretch.
UFC Nashville Results: Derrick Lewis TKO's Tallison Teixeira (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 12, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Nashville results, including the heavyweight main event between Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira. Lewis (29-12 MMA) will be competing for the first time since scoring a third-round TKO victory over Rodrigo Nascimento fourteen months ago in St. Louis. ‘The Black Beast’ has gone 2-3 over his past five Octagon appearances, suffering losses to Sergei Pavlovich, Serghei Spivac and Jailton Almeida during that stretch.