MMA News

Cole Shelton - July 10, 2025

Dana White says the proposed UFC event at the White House will be the most stacked card ever. USA President Donald Trump revealed that he wants to host a UFC event on July 4 to celebrate 250 years of the country. After Trump made the announcement, White and the UFC began thinking about how to build the card, and he revealed the fight he wants to headline the card.

Cole Shelton - July 10, 2025

UFC middleweight contender Caio Borralho believes Khamzat Chimaev will retire following UFC 319. Chimaev is set to challenge Dricus Du Plessis for the middleweight title in the main event of UFC 319 on August 16 in Chicago. Heading into the bout, Chimaev is a -188 favorite on FanDuel to become the new champ.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 10, 2025

One beloved UFC welterweight admits he isn’t gung-ho over the idea of Jack Della Maddalena vs. Islam Makhachev. When Maddalena defeated Belal Muhammad to capture the 170-pound gold, it left the door open for a clash with Makhachev. While the bout hasn’t been made official, UFC CEO Dana White has made it clear that the plan is for the two to collide next. Makhachev vacated the UFC Lightweight Championship to get the welterweight title fight.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 10, 2025

One ex-UFC title contender will be hanging up the gloves at the conclusion of the next “Fight Night” event. UFC Nashville takes place on Saturday and will be headlined by a heavyweight collision between fan favorite Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira. Featured on the preliminary portion of the card will be former UFC flyweight title challenger Lauren Murphy going one-on-one with Eduarda Moura.

Harry Kettle - July 10, 2025

UFC legend Max Holloway has confirmed his interest in potentially fighting on the UFC White House card – should it go ahead. As we know, Max Holloway is one of the most popular fighters in the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He has achieved some incredible things throughout the course of his time in the promotion, which includes being one of the most successful featherweight champions of all time.

Harry Kettle - July 10, 2025

UFC analyst Din Thomas believes Alex Pereira has the potential to regain his UFC title, even at the age of 38. As we know, Alex Pereira is one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts today. He’s achieved some incredible things during his time in the sport, which includes becoming a two-weight world champion. Now, though, after losing his strap to Magomed Ankalaev, there are more questions than answers regarding what exactly his future holds.

Harry Kettle - July 10, 2025

The Ultimate Fighting Championship heads back to China next month for UFC Shanghai – and the card is looking pretty interesting. Event: UFC Shanghai: Walker vs Mingyang Date: Saturday, 23rd August 2025 Location: Shanghai Indoor Stadium (Shanghai, China) Broadcast: ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass (7am EST main card)

Harry Kettle - July 10, 2025

The UFC has reportedly parted ways with four more fighters from its roster in the latest round of cuts. As we know, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is constantly churning out elite fighters who are all capable of mixing it up in the top 15 of their respective divisions. In equal measure, though, there are also many out there who fall short of the mark – in the eyes of the higher-ups, at least.

BJPENN.COM Staff - July 9, 2025

Chatri Sityodtong isn’t staying silent about the coordinated efforts to undermine his organization. The ONE Championship Chairman and CEO took to Facebook to address what he calls sophisticated attacks on the promotion. According to Sityodtong, the attacks have escalated significantly in 2025. He claims malicious parties have used AI-generated deepfake videos, thousands of fake social media accounts, and articles filled with misinformation to spread false narratives about ONE Championship.

Cole Shelton - July 9, 2025

Max Griffin says he doesn’t like Chris Curtis and is eager to fight him at UFC Nashville. Griffin is coming off a disappointing loss to Michael Chiesa. After the loss in December, Griffin made it clear that he wanted to return ASAP, but he didn’t get booked until now.

Cole Shelton - July 9, 2025

Ben Askren has given an update from his hospital bed after he had a double lung transplant. Askren has been in the hospital for months and is starting to get better after getting the transplant. On Wednesday, he posted a video on his Instagram giving fans a big update on his health and what he was going through.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 9, 2025

Randy Couture suffered serious injuries following a car accident during an NHRA practice run in Kansas City. TMZ reports that the MMA legend was airlifted to a burn center, as the accident led to first and second degree burns. The 62-year-old also suffered traumatic injuries and smoke inhalation. There is good news for “The Natural,” as he is expected recover.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 9, 2025

Max Holloway was quite happy when he heard Ilia Topuria would be making the jump to 155 pounds. Topuria vacated the UFC Featherweight Championship to challenge for the vacant lightweight gold. “El Matador” went one-on-one with Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title in the main event of UFC 317. Topuria ended up knocking “do Bronx” out in the opening frame to lay claim to UFC gold in a second weight class.

BJ Penn Staff - July 9, 2025

Former UFC middleweight Tim Kennedy is coming clean. Kennedy, once a top middleweight in both Strikeforce and the UFC, has an extensive military background, and several awards for his service. However, he has previously claimed to have received a Bronze Star with Valor. That claim was eventually called out by several members of the military. Then, it was proven to be outright false.

Harry Kettle - July 9, 2025

UFC veteran Derrick Lewis isn’t convinced that he’ll get the call to compete on a UFC White House card. On Saturday night, Derrick Lewis will go head to head with Tallison Teixeira. After winning two of his last three fights, some wonder whether or not ‘The Black Beast’ could have one more big run in the promotion. Given how light it seems to be at the top of the heavyweight division, it certainly feels like a possibility.

Harry Kettle - July 9, 2025

Alexander Volkanovski has revealed that his family wanted to see him retire in the wake of his victory at UFC 314. In the main event of UFC 314, Alexander Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes to regain the UFC featherweight championship. It was a fantastic comeback moment for a fighter who, in his prime, was widely considered to be one of the best fighters in all of mixed martial arts.

Harry Kettle - July 9, 2025

UFC veteran Alexander Volkov has revealed his future plans following his controversial loss to Ciryl Gane last year. For the longest time, Alexander Volkov has been seen as one of the leading contenders in the heavyweight division. While he’s never been world champion, he’s been constantly improving and getting better, learning from all of his past mistakes along the way.

BJPENN.COM Staff - July 8, 2025

Allycia Hellen Rodrigues has no intention of letting anyone else wear her gold. The Brazilian champion is ready to prove why she’s held the throne for nearly five years. The reigning ONE Women’s Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion defends her title against WBC Muay Thai World Champion Johanna Persson at ONE Fight Night 33 on Friday, July 11, inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium. For Rodrigues, the bout represents her fourth title defense and another opportunity to cement her legacy.