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Daniel Rodriguez claims he's fighting former UFC champ during International Fight Week
BJ Penn Staff - April 15, 2026
UFC welterweight contender Daniel Rodriguez has leaked the details around the plans for his next fight. Rodriguez, 39, is the No. 14-ranked contender in the UFC welterweight division. He is riding three straight wins, having recently beaten Alex Morono, Santiago Ponzinibbio, and Kevin Holland. Despite that streak, his momentum has somewhat stalled, as he just spent eight months in a Mexican prison for trying to get cannabis over the border.
Jorge Masvidal reveals UFC are making him work for potential return
Harry Kettle - April 15, 2026
MMA star Jorge Masvidal has provided a fresh update on his potential return to active competition in the UFC. While he may have been retired from mixed martial arts for a few years now, Masvidal is still a prominent figure in the sport. He may not exactly be in his prime given that he is 41 years of age, but the former UFC title challenger and BMF title holder is determined to prove that he has something left in the tank.
Curtis Blaydes gives praise to Josh Hokit following UFC 327 battle
Harry Kettle - April 15, 2026
UFC veteran Curtis Blaydes has praised Josh Hokit in the wake of their absolute battle at UFC 327 last weekend. Last Saturday night, Curtis Blaydes slugged it out with Josh Hokit at UFC 327 in a clash for the ages. Nobody really knew heading into the fight whether or not Hokit would be able to compete with someone on Blaydes’ level, but as it turns out, he went in there and absolutely thrived, proving he is a top five heavyweight.
Diego Lopes shows interest in possible Mateusz Gamrot showdown after callout
Harry Kettle - April 15, 2026
After being called out by him, Diego Lopes has revealed that he would be interested in a clash with Mateusz Gamrot. When you talk about exciting featherweight fighters in the UFC, Diego Lopes has to be in the conversation. He is an electric competitor when he is playing at his very best and at UFC Freedom 250, he will get the chance to prove that once again when he collides with Steve Garcia.
Eddie Hearn 'astonished' by Dana White not attending Conor Benn's fight after $15 million mega deal
Curtis Calhoun - April 14, 2026
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn took another jab at UFC CEO Dana White over White’s notable absence from Conor Benn’s recent bout. Recent Zuffa Boxing signee Conor Benn defeated Regis Prograis by unanimous decision last Saturday in London. It continued what’s been a stellar last six months for Benn, including a rematch win over Chris Eubank Jr. and signing a $15 million deal with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing.
Paulo Costa confronted UFC CEO Dana White after 'injustice' UFC 327 bonus snub
Curtis Calhoun - April 14, 2026
UFC 327 star Paulo Costa says he went ballistic after missing out on a $100k post-fight bonus following his KO over Azamat Murzakanov. Former UFC title challenger Paulo Costa was one of the biggest stars at UFC 327 last weekend in Miami. The former middleweight standout made the full-time transition to light heavyweight earlier this year, and his first full-time appearance at 205 lbs couldn’t have gone much better.
Chael Sonnen eviscerates Jon Jones after latest UFC retirement declaration
Curtis Calhoun - April 14, 2026
One of Jon Jones’ biggest rivals didn’t hold back on the former two-division UFC champion’s latest retirement promises. After missing out on the upcoming UFC White House card, Jon Jones publicly called for his release from the promotion amidst an ongoing feud with CEO Dana White. According to Jones, White and the matchmakers ‘lowballed’ him in contract negotiations to fight at UFC Freedom 250, and he was asking for more than $15 million to fight the likes of Alex Pereira or Tom Aspinall.
Carlos Prates vows to KO Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Perth to secure title shot: 'No one else'
Cole Shelton - April 14, 2026
Carlos Prates is looking to secure a welterweight title shot at UFC Perth. Prates is set to headline the Fight Night card on May 2 against Jack Della Maddalena in a highly anticipated fight. Heading into the bout, Prates is a -106 underdog while the Aussie is a -120 favorite on FanDuel.
Chael Sonnen agrees with Dana White not allowing Jon Jones on UFC Freedom 250 card
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 14, 2026
Chael Sonnen has no issue with UFC CEO Dana White leaving Jon Jones off the Freedom 250 card. Jones had been pounding the table to be featured at the historic White House event. At the same time, “Bones” continued flirting with permanent retirement and a comeback. There’s also Jones’ past legal issues, which left White wary of booking perhaps the greatest MMA fighter of all time for such a show.
Retired UFC star doubts Nate Diaz turned down more money to fight Conor McGregor for Netflix debut
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 14, 2026
Dana White told reporters that he was in talks with Nate Diaz before he accepted an offer he couldn’t refuse to fight on Netflix, and one UFC veteran believes it. Diaz will be featured on the undercard of Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano on May 16. The Stockton native will collide with Mike Perry in a five-round MMA clash. The bout will be contested at welterweight.
Dustin Poirier thinks Josh Hokit made himself a star at UFC 327: "We've seen it time and time again"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 14, 2026
Dustin Poirier believes Josh Hokit’s ability to walk the walk at UFC 327 has made him a star. Much was made about Hokit’s antics before his memorable scrap with Curtis Blaydes this past Saturday. During the pre-fight media day session, Hokit dressed as a Mexican gangster and tried agitating UFC 327 headliners Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 219 with John Castaneda
Cole Shelton - April 14, 2026
The 219th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Winnipeg. We’re joined by UFC bantamweight John Castaneda to preview his UFC Winnipeg prelim fight.