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Daniel Cormier explains how Max Holloway's 'pride and honor' will decide his next UFC fight after winning the BMF belt
Curtis Calhoun - April 29, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier feels there’s momentous reasoning behind Max Holloway’s intended featherweight return after UFC 300. Holloway earned the BMF title by knocking out Justin Gaethje with one second left at UFC 300. After unanimously winning the fight on the judges’ scorecards, Holloway lured Gaethje into a last-second firefight that led to the ‘Knockout of the Year’ frontrunner.
Jose Aldo's coach expects Brazilian legend to secure a "brutal" KO over Jonathan Martinez at UFC 301
Cole Shelton - April 29, 2024
Emerson Falcao the Muay Thai coach of Jose Aldo is expecting the former UFC featherweight champion to get a big KO win at UFC 301. Aldo is set to make his return to MMA and the UFC in the co-main event of UFC 301 against Jonathan Martinez. It’s his first fight since August of 2022 when he suffered a decision loss to Merab Dvalishvili. The Brazilian has since had three boxing fights but is returning to the UFC to fight out his contract on Saturday against Martinez.
Charly Arnolt on becoming UFC's first female Octagon announcer at UFC Vegas 91: 'I was scared!'
Curtis Calhoun - April 29, 2024
Charly Arnolt became the UFC’s first female Octagon announcer by stepping in for Joe Martinez mid-event at UFC Vegas 91. It wasn’t an easy ask by the UFC on ESPN producers, and Arnolt initially declined the opportunity to make UFC history.
Francis Ngannou shares a heartfelt message after his 18-month-old son passes away: "Why is life so unfair?"
Cole Shelton - April 29, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou posted a heartfelt message on social media following the death of his 18-month-old son. On Monday, it was revealed by Cameroonian outlet 237online, that Ngannou’s son passed away at just 18 months old. The cause of death is unknown, but Ngannou’s manager Marquel Martin took to social media to confirm the news.
UFC and ONE surge into top 5 of Forbes most valuable combat sports properties
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 28, 2024
Forbes Magazine has released its latest assessment on the multi-billion-dollar combat sports industry. The top five, according to the respected business publication, features two MMA promotions, two wrestling organizations, and one boxing promtion. UFC and ONE Championship both feature in the top five, which also includes World Wrestling Entertainment, All Elite Wrestling, and Matchroom boxing.
Pros react to Alex Perez’s nasty knockout of Matheus Nicolau at UFC Vegas 91
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 28, 2024
Some fighters have given their reactions to Alex Perez ending UFC Vegas 91 with a scintillating knockout win over Matheus Nicolau. Perez and Nicolau shared the Octagon inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. this past Saturday night. Going into the bout, Perez was on a three-fight skid and was hoping to rebound in a big way. As for Nicolau, he was hoping to bounce back after his first-round knockout loss to Brandon Royval back in April 2023.
UFC Vegas 91 Bonus Report: Bogdan Guskov one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - April 27, 2024
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 91 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Matheus Nicolau vs. Alex Perez. The flyweight main event resulted in a nasty second-round knockout victory for Alex Perez. The former flyweight title challenger was able to connect with a huge right hand that sent Matheus Nicolau crashing to the Octagon canvas in defeat.
UFC Vegas 91 Results: Alex Perez KO's Matheus Nicolau (Video)
Chris Taylor - April 27, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 91 results, including the flyweight main event between Matheus Nicolau and Alex Perez. Nicolau (19-4 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a knockout loss to Brandon Royval in his most previous effort twelve months ago. That setback had snapped a six-fight win streak for the Brazilian, which included four straight wins inside of the Octagon.
Max Holloway reacts after Justin Gaethje isn't credited with knockdown at UFC 300: "That’s some bullsh*t"
Chris Taylor - April 27, 2024
Max Holloway says it is “crazy’ that Justin Gaethje wasn’t credited with knocking him down in their BMF title fight at UFC 300. Holloway (26-7 MMA) squared off with Gaethje (25-5 MMA) in a highly anticipated lightweight fight earlier this month at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
UFC Vegas 91: ‘Nicolau vs Perez’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - April 27, 2024
The Octagon remains in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 91 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Matheus Nicolau vs. Alex Perez. Nicolau (19-3 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a knockout loss to Brandon Royval in his most previous effort twelve months ago. That setback had snapped a six-fight win streak for the Brazilian, which included four straight wins inside of the Octagon.
Kamaru Usman questions Sean O'Malley for considering Ryan Garcia superfight
Harry Kettle - April 27, 2024
UFC legend Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on Sean O’Malley toying with the idea of a superfight against Ryan Garcia. As we know, Sean O’Malley is sitting pretty at the top of the bantamweight division right now. He’s the world champion, and he’s coming off the back of an emphatic win over Marlon Vera. Now, many are left to wonder what’s next for ‘Suga’.
Paulo Costa trolls 'boring as f**k' Sean Strickland ahead of UFC 302 middleweight clash
Curtis Calhoun - April 26, 2024
Former UFC middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa is ramping up the mind games ahead of his fight with Sean Strickland. Costa and Strickland will square off in a five-round middleweight co-main event at UFC 302 on June 1st. The winner could potentially be next in line for a middleweight title shot.
Justin Gaethje prepared to hunt for title shot despite UFC 300 loss: "My skills are still there"
Josh Evanoff - April 26, 2024
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje is prepared to fight back to the title. ‘The Highlight’ returned to the cage earlier this month at UFC 300 against Max Holloway. The bout was a rare lightweight appearance for ‘Blessed’, and he entered the bout a big underdog. Justin Gaethje meanwhile, entered the bout riding a two-fight winning streak, last scoring a knockout win over Dustin Poirier in July.
Joe Rogan empathizes with Jamahal Hill's complaint about refereeing in UFC 300 loss: "He's got a point"
Josh Evanoff - April 26, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan empathizes with Jamahal Hill’s issue with his loss to Alex Pereira. ‘Sweet Dreams’ returned to the cage at UFC 300 earlier this month against ‘Poatan’. The fight was Jamahal Hill’s first in a year and a half, previously tearing his achilles tendon last summer. Unfortunately for the former champion, he suffered a brutal first-round knockout loss to Alex Pereira in his bid to reclaim the gold.
UFC Vegas 91: ‘Nicolau vs Perez’ Weigh-in Results - 2 Fighters Miss Weight
Susan Cox - April 26, 2024
The UFC Vegas 91 weigh-ins took place today, Friday, April 26th. UFC Vegas 91: ‘Nicolau vs. Perez’ takes place tomorrow, Saturday, April 27th at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Chael Sonnen reflects on loss to Jon Jones on the anniversary of UFC 159: "I had a higher juice concentrate than Tropicana!"
Josh Evanoff - April 26, 2024
Nearly 11 years removed from his loss to Jon Jones at UFC 159, Chael Sonnen had to reflect. ‘The American Gangster’ had some massive rivals in his MMA career. Naturally, fans think of his fights with Anderson Silva, Wanderlei Silva, and more, when they think of Chael Sonnen. However, the former UFC title challenger was also in a high-profile feud with Jon Jones a decade ago.
Michael Bisping warns Michael Chandler not to underestimate Conor McGregor at UFC 303: “Can't be drunk on your own ego”
Harry Kettle - April 26, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has issued a warning to Michael Chandler ahead of his showdown with Conor McGregor. At UFC 303, it’s finally happening. Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor will lock horns in a contest we’ve been waiting to see for well over a year. For multiple reasons, it hadn’t come to fruition – but now, it appears as if we’re on the verge of seeing it happen.
Video | Strongman Eddie Hall breaks Alex Pereira’s punch record after multiple attempts
Harry Kettle - April 26, 2024
Former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall has broken Alex Pereira’s punch record at the UFC Performance Institute. As we all know, Alex Pereira is an absolute monster. The man known as ‘Poatan’ has achieved some incredible things in kickboxing as well as mixed martial arts. Right now, he stands tall as the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion.