MMA News
Jon Jones names the most overrated fighter in the UFC
Harry Kettle - May 30, 2025
UFC champion Jon Jones has given his thoughts on who the most overrated fighter in the promotion is. Right now, there are far more questions than answers when it comes to Jon Jones. The UFC heavyweight champion is obviously one of the greatest of all time, but the majority of fans and pundits are feeling pretty frustrated with him at the moment. He is seemingly refusing to fight interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, despite the fact that it’s the biggest fight available to make right now in the sport – perhaps outside of Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria.
UFC fans react after Petr Yan is booked against Sean O’Malley’s teammate
Harry Kettle - May 30, 2025
UFC star Petr Yan has been booked against Sean O’Malley’s teammate Marcus McGhee – and fans have some thoughts about it. Over the course of the last five years, Petr Yan has been on an interesting journey. From bantamweight champion to top contender, he’s been through a whole lot of ups and downs. Now, after getting back on the winning trail, he’s trying desperately to vault his way back into contention.
Israel Adesanya gives his thoughts on Alex Pereira’s chances in Magomed Ankalaev rematch
Harry Kettle - May 30, 2025
UFC star Israel Adesanya has given his thoughts on a potential rematch between former foe Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. As we know, Alex Pereira is one of the most exciting fighters in all of mixed martial arts. He’s an incredible athlete and has accomplished some great things, but one thing that he’s perhaps known for best is his rivalry with Israel Adesanya. He currently holds a 3-1 lead over ‘Stylebender’ and hopefully, some day, we get to see them run it back once again.
Johan Ghazali wants to fight "golden boys" Freddie Haggerty and Estupinan brothers
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 29, 2025
Flyweight Muay Thai standout Johan Ghazali isn’t overlooking his upcoming clash with Diego Paez. But he does have his eye on a number of top names in his division. “Jojo” returns next Friday, 6 June. There, he meets Paez in flyweight Muay Thai action at ONE Fight Night 32, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Michael Chandler opens up on stoppage loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314: "I couldn't get my rhythm"
Cole Shelton - May 29, 2025
Michael Chandler has broken his silence on his UFC 314 loss to Paddy Pimblett. Chandler took a risk in fighting Pimblett back in April, and he was dominated en route to a third-round TKO loss. It was a surprising result given that Chandler had fought the better competition, but ‘Iron’ has nothing but praise for Pimbeltt, looking back on the fight.
Mateusz Gamrot explains why he's fighting unranked L'udovit Klein at UFC Vegas 107
Cole Shelton - May 29, 2025
Mateusz Gamrot knows he’s taking a risk by fighting unranked L’udovit Klein at UFC Vegas 107 on Saturday. Gamrot hasn’t fought since August of 2024 when he dropped a very close split decision to Dan Hooker. The hope was he would make a quick turnaround, but that didn’t happen. So, after months of waiting, Gamrot moved on from wanting a ranked opponent and was open to fighting anyone.
Former UFC champ Belal Muhammad responds to fight challenge from Nate Diaz
BJ Penn Staff - May 29, 2025
Nate Diaz believes he has what it takes to beat Belal Muhammad in the UFC. Muhammad begs to differ. Diaz, who left the UFC after a long Octagon career in 2022, is hoping to return to the promotion. He’s named a number of fighters that he’d like to fight if that happens. One of those fighters is Belal Muhammad.
Forrest Griffin shares wild story of Stephan Bonnar scoring head-kick KO in street fight
BJ Penn Staff - May 29, 2025
Forrest Griffin and Stephan Bonnar were involved in one of the most iconic fights in UFC history. However, they later became friends — and it sounds like they got up to some craziness together. Griffin and Bonnar first met in the Octagon way back in 2005, in the final of the first season of The Ultimate Fighter. Griffin ultimately won the fight by decision to earn a UFC contract, but the action was so exciting that Bonnar received a contract too.
Surging UFC welterweight shares take on Islam Makhachev's chances at success in 170-pound weight class
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 29, 2025
One UFC welterweight who is on the verge of contender status is expecting Islam Makhachev to hold his own at 170 pounds. Makhachev will be challenging UFC Welterweight Champion Jack Della Maddalena at some point in 2025. While Makhachev is the current UFC Lightweight Champion, he will officially vacate the gold at the start of Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 on June 28. Once Maddalena defeated Belal Muhammad to capture the welterweight gold at UFC 315, it opened the door for Makhachev to attempt capturing UFC gold in a second weight class.
Jon Jones remains noncommittal on fighting future amid UFC heavyweight title holdup
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 29, 2025
Jon Jones has still yet to make a decision on what’s next for his fighting career. Many have called for “Bones” to vacate the UFC Heavyweight Championship if he doesn’t plan on facing interim champion Tom Aspinall in a title unification bout. Jones has teased fans with both possibilities of returning and retiring. The wild goose chase has left many wondering when the UFC will step in to make a decision on what’s next at heavyweight.
Sean O'Malley reveals true reason he made lifestyle changes ahead of UFC 316
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 29, 2025
Sean O’Malley has explained why he truly decided to quit some of his hobbies, and it isn’t because of Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley will collide with “The Machine” a second time for the UFC Bantamweight Championship. “Suga” lost the gold to Dvalishvili back in Sept. 2024. The two will share the Octagon again in the main event of UFC 316 in Newark on June 7.
Ian Machado Garry voices interest in a potential fight against Khamzat Chimaev
Harry Kettle - May 29, 2025
UFC star Ian Machado Garry has voiced his interest in a future fight with surging middleweight contender Khamzat Chimaev. As we know, Ian Machado Garry isn’t exactly someone who is short on confidence. Within the context of mixed martial arts, he is an exceptionally talented fighter who has the potential to go all the way in the welterweight division. Of course, he isn’t afraid to voice his thoughts from time to time, which often leads to a lot of beef online between him and other fighters.
Mateusz Gamrot explains difficulty in getting a fight with ranked UFC opponent
Harry Kettle - May 29, 2025
UFC lightweight Mateusz Gamrot has explained his difficulty in securing a fight with a ranked opponent. As we know, Mateusz Gamrot will return to action this weekend when he collides with Ludovit Klein. While this is expected by many to be an exciting and intriguing lightweight affair, a lot of people would’ve expected to see the Polish sensation take on someone a bit higher up the rankings.
Maycee Barber is ready to earn title shot with "dominant win" over Erin Blanchfield
Harry Kettle - May 29, 2025
UFC star Maycee Barber is ready to prove that she’s ready for a title shot by defeating Erin Blanchfield in their upcoming clash. This weekend, Maycee Barber and Erin Blanchfield will attempt to prove that they are finally ready for a shot at the UFC women’s flyweight championship. While Valentina Shevchenko is the current queen of the division, many people believe that both of these woman have the potential to dethrone her.
Dmitrii Kovtun reveals why he returned to Russia to "reset" before biggest bout of his life
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 29, 2025
To become great in combat sports, you cannot sit in your comfort zone. It requires you to enter the most uncomfortable spaces possible, from pushing yourself to the limit in the gym to going as far to leave everything behind in search of success. That’s exactly what Russian bantamweight Muay Thai star Dmitrii Kovtun has done in order to reach ONE Championship. But with his previous success in the bag, “The Silent Assassin” has headed home to prepare for the biggest bout of his life.
Jaosuayai aims to be the next big name on ONE Championship roster
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 29, 2025
Since January 2023, ONE Championship’s Friday Fights series has produced a litany of stars. Many have gone to become top-ranked in their divisions. But recent graduate Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi plans to be the biggest name of them all. He makes his main roster debut versus #5-ranked contender Nakrob Fairtex at ONE Fight Night 32. The duo square off in flyweight Muay Thai on Friday, June 6, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Dustin Jacoby frustrated to be fighting at the Apex, plans to KO Bruno Lopes at UFC Vegas 107: "There are levels to this"
Cole Shelton - May 28, 2025
Dustin Jacoby believes he should be fighting on big cards and events in front of fans only. Jacoby is coming off a highlight-reel KO win over Vitor Petrino in December. He’ll return to the Octagon against Bruno Lopes at UFC Vegas 107 on Saturday, which he is annoyed by.
Joe Pyfer calls Kelvin Gastelum a "layup" fight for him: "A great opportunity for me"
Cole Shelton - May 28, 2025
Joe Pyfer doesn’t think Kelvin Gastelum is all that good, as he calls it a layup fight. Pyfer was scheduled to face Gastelum at UFC Mexico City on March 29, but he fell ill and was forced out of the bout just hours before the event. The fight was rescheduled for UFC 316 on June 7, and Pyfer is glad the fight got rebooked as he doesn’t think Gastelum is all that good.