UFC News
Joanna Jedrzejczyk heaps praise at her ATT teammate Kayla Harrison: “Soon she is going to be ‘the name’ of women’s MMA”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2022
Former UFC champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk has praised American Top Team teammate Kayla Harrison as her meteoric rise continues. While she may have only been seen by those watching her consistent success in PFL, Kayla Harrison is still a name positioned firmly on the lips of mixed martial arts fans across the globe. She’s been pinpointed as the heir to the throne in women’s MMA and as it turns out, some of her peers agree with that assessment too.
Chris Leben provides update as he continues to fight for his life in hospital: “They did say 100% of my lungs are damaged, but they also said 100% recovery is possible”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2022
UFC veteran Chris Leben has provided fans with an important health update as his battle with COVID-19 continues. Leben, 41, is fondly remembered for some of his great knockout wins across his tenure with both the UFC and, more recently, BKFC. While he also had his fair share of setbacks, that never stopped him from doing everything in his power to put on a show.
Michael Bisping says Darren Till has been telling him things about Khamzat Chimaev that are “truly terrifying”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2022
Michael Bisping has issued a warning over some of the things Darren Till has told him about rising star Khamzat Chimaev. A blossoming friendship that seems to be emerging within the UFC sphere as of late is the one shared between Darren Till and Khamzat Chimaev. After going back and forth with one another over social media, and even sharing a bizarre Instagram Live session, Till has opted to head over to Sweden and train with “Borz”. It seems as if there’s some real progress being made and while “The Gorilla” still has a lot of work left to do before becoming an elite middleweight, he’s in the right place to help him grow.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 68 with Renato Moicano, Terrance McKinney, and Micheal Gillmore
Cole Shelton - February 22, 2022
The 68th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is here ahead of UFC Vegas 49 as well as recapping UFC 271. We were supposed to be joined by Beneil Dariush but he was forced out of the bout due to an injury. We’re first joined by UFC lightweight Renato Moicano (1:40) to recap his UFC 271 win over Alexander Hernandez. UFC lightweight Terrance McKinney (13:45) joins the show. Closing out the program is UFC welterweight, Micheal Gillmore (23:07).
Michael Bisping blasts EA Sports for giving him and Colby Covington the same punching power in UFC 4 game: “What is going on?”
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2022
Michael Bisping isn’t happy with EA Sports over his power rating. In a Q&A on his YouTube channel, Bisping was asked about his power being ranked the same as Colby Covington’s in the UFC 4 video game. The Brit obviously wasn’t happy with EA Sports decision, as he believes he is a much harder hitter than Covington and it’s showed with both of their careers.
Jessica-Rose Clark issues statement following submission loss at UFC Vegas 48: “I’m super gutted”
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2022
Jessica-Rose Clark has issued a lengthy statement following her submission loss to Stephanie Egger at UFC Vegas 48. Clark suffered a first-round armbar loss on Saturday night, a defeat which snapped her two-fight winning streak. It was a tough loss for the fan-favorite and after the loss, she took to Instagram to release an 11-minute video talking about the setback. For Clark, she says performance anxiety played a big role in the loss.
Jan Blachowicz shares the “secret” behind his victory over Israel Adesanya
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2022
Jan Blachowicz has shared his “secret” behind his victory over Israel Adesanya. We’re less than a year removed from the Polish fighter’s upset over ‘The Last Stylebender’. Many expected the current UFC middleweight champion to go in and secure champ-champ status at UFC 259. However, Jan Blachowicz had over plans that night in Las Vegas.
Bobby Green explains why he took Islam Makhachev fight: "I'm not crazy, I'm f*cking nuts"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2022
Bobby Green accepted a fight with Islam Makhachev on ten days’ notice to prove something to fans. ‘King’ competed earlier this month at UFC 271 against Nasrat Haqparast, winning via unanimous decision. Just days after the win, he got an offer to fight Islam Makhachev in his first main event after Beneil Dariush withdrew. Green accepted the fight on just ten days’ notice.
What's next for Jamahal Hill and Johnny Walker after UFC Vegas 48?
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 48, top-15 light heavyweights collided as Jamahal Hill battled Johnny Walker. Hill entered the fight coming off a first-round TKO win over Jimmy Crute, this after suffering a loss to Paul Craig in his previous fight. Walker, meanwhile, was coming off a lackluster decision loss to Thiago Santos after TKO’ing Ryan Spann in the scrap before.
Anthony Pettis responds to rematch request from new PFL signee Jeremy Stephens: “My chin has been tested and it’s proven”
Susan Cox - February 21, 2022
Anthony Pettis has responded to a rematch request from Jeremy Stephens. Jeremy Stephens (28-19 MMA) recently signed with PFL (Professional Fighters League) and has expressed interested in having a rematch with Anthony Pettis (24-10 MMA).
Volkan Oezdemir says he is “still doubting” Jamahal Hill, ‘Sweet Dreams’ issues fiery response
Susan Cox - February 21, 2022
Volkan Oezdemir and Jamahal Hill seem to be having a war of words on Twitter. Oezdemir, (17-6 MMA), competes in the light heavyweight division of the UFC, formerly competing for Bellator.
Watch Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson’s son win his second MMA fight by submission (Video)
Susan Cox - February 21, 2022
Quinton Jackson took to Twitter with tweets and video highlighting his son’s second MMA win by submission. The ‘proud pop’, ‘Rampage’ is an MMA fighter, an actor and a former professional wrestler. Jackson, (37-12 MMA), left the UFC to join Bellator back in 2013.
Chael Sonnen perplexed by the UFC’s decision to have Bobby Green fight Islam Makhachev at a catchweight: “The whole thing is just goofy”
Harry Kettle - February 21, 2022
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has questioned the UFC’s decision to make Islam Makhachev vs Bobby Green a catchweight bout. This Saturday night at UFC Vegas 49, Bobby Green will get his main event opportunity on short notice when he locks horns with Islam Makhachev. The Russian star was initially supposed to take on Beneil Dariush but after an injury ruled the latter out, Green decided to step up to the plate and take a chance on himself.
Chad Mendes issues statement after scoring a TKO victory in his BKFC debut: “I’m officially a bare knuckle boxer”
Harry Kettle - February 21, 2022
Former UFC star Chad Mendes has reflected on his successful bare-knuckle boxing debut at the weekend. After weeks of anticipation, Chad Mendes finally made his return to the combat sports sphere for BKFC’s KnuckleMania 2 event on Saturday night. The wrestling machine-turned-striker was able to dominate opponent Joshuah Alvarez, eventually securing a TKO stoppage in the wake of several impressive knockdowns.
Aljamain Sterling can’t wait to beat Petr Yan and shove it in everyone’s face: “I’m gonna be so petty, man”
Harry Kettle - February 21, 2022
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has indicated he won’t stay quiet if he’s able to beat Petr Yan at UFC 273. As part of the early Q2 schedule for the UFC, Aljamain Sterling will defend his 135-pound title against Petr Yan in their highly anticipated rematch on April 9. The contest will follow on from their UFC 259 encounter which, controversially, ended in a disqualification win for Sterling that handed him the championship.
Charles Oliveira shares intense sparring footage ahead of title fight with Justin Gaethje (Video)
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 20, 2022
Charles Oliveira has showcased a fast-paced sparring session before he goes to war with Justin Gaethje. Oliveira is set to put his UFC Lightweight Championship on the line against Gaethje in the main event of UFC 274. The matchup is set to take place on May 7.
Joanna Jedrzejczyk admits Colby Covington is a “hell of a fighter” but believes Jorge Masvidal is going to surprise him at UFC 272
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 20, 2022
Joanna Jedrzejczyk isn’t afraid to say that Colby Covington is a gamer but she feels Jorge Masvidal has a trick or two up his sleeve. Covington and Masvidal are set to scrap in the main event of UFC 272. The two will collide inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Francis Ngannou throws his support behind Jake Paul: “I’m 100 percent with him”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 20, 2022
Francis Ngannou appreciates Jake Paul for speaking out on UFC fighter pay. Ngannou is the reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion but things aren’t exactly rosy. “The Predator” and the UFC have been at odds for a while now.