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Renato Moicano calls for showdown with Michael Chandler after UFC 317 defeat
Harry Kettle - July 8, 2025
UFC veteran Renato Moicano has called for a showdown with Michael Chandler after his UFC 317 defeat. As we know, Renato Moicano is one of the more outspoken – and entertaining – lightweights on the UFC roster. A lot of that comes from what he does outside of the cage, but he’s also a pretty enjoyable guy to watch in action. Unfortunately for him and his fans, the Brazilian fell short in his most recent ouitng as he was defeated by fellow veteran Beneil Dariush.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 199 with Steve Garcia, Max Griffin, and Austen Lane
Cole Shelton - July 8, 2025
The 199th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Nashville. We’re first joined by UFC featherweight Steve Garcia (1:37). Next, UFC welterweight Max Griffin (19:18) joins the show. Closing out the program is UFC heavyweight Austen Lane (33:23).
Justin Gaethje hopeful for Ilia Topuria fight at MSG: "I would love to knock him out"
Cole Shelton - July 7, 2025
Justin Gaethje is hoping he will face Ilia Topuria at Madison Square Garden later this year. Topuria became the UFC’s lightweight champion with a first-round KO win over Charles Oliveira. After his win, it wasn’t clear who Topuria’s first title defense would be against, as Gaethje, Arman Tsarukyan, and Paddy Pimblett could all get the next title shot.
UFC analyst begs Jon Jones not to 'become what Conor has become'
BJ Penn Staff - July 7, 2025
Daniel Cormier doesn’t want Jon Jones to end up like Conor McGregor in his post UFC life. Jones, the former UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion, retired last month. His retirement came after months of speculation as to whether he could be convinced to fight England’s Tom Aspinall. In the end, it never happened.
Donn Davis pitches Donald Trump on PFL fights at the White House
BJ Penn Staff - July 7, 2025
Donald Trump says he plans on hosting a UFC event at the White House to celebrate America’s 250th birthday next year. Donn Davis is hoping the PFL can get in on the star-spangled MMA action. Trump’s comments about a UFC card on the White House grounds sent the MMA world in a frenzy last week.
Robert Whittaker lays out retirement timeline for "fairy tale ending"
Cole Shelton - July 7, 2025
Robert Whittaker is closing in on the end of his UFC career. Whittaker is set to headline UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26 against Reinier de Ridder in an intriguing bout. ‘The Reaper’ is looking to get back into the win column after a submission loss to Khamzat Chimaev. Ahead of his return, Whittaker says he has four fights left in his career, which includes ending his career on top.
Tom Aspinall gives stern warning to UFC fans about taking photos of his children
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2025
Tom Aspinall will not tolerate having his personal space invaded, especially when it involves his children. Aspinall has developed a reputation for being a friendly fighter who flips a switch when it’s time to compete. Aspinall has also been quite cordial with fans in person, but the UFC Heavyweight Champion has limits. He admits he doesn’t like being interrupted with a selfie request in the middle of training.
Joshua Van shares message to those who don't believe in his UFC title aspirations
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2025
Joshua Van has a message for those who don’t believe he can win UFC gold. Van is fresh off a top contender for “Fight of the Year” against Brandon Royval. “The Fearless” went three rounds with Royval and even scored a late knockdown to further cement that he was deserving of the decision victory. After having his hand raised, Van had a staredown with current flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja.
Former UFC star Corey Anderson praises Ben Askren amidst health concerns
Harry Kettle - July 7, 2025
Former UFC star Corey Anderson has praised his friend Ben Askren as he continues to go through his health scare. As we know, Ben Askren has been dealing with some pretty serious health problems as of late. Between a nasty staph infection and pneumonia, Ben was forced to undergo a double lung transplant. While that has now taken place, there’s still a long road ahead for him as he attempts to recover from this setback.
Ilia Topuria reveals he promised UFC he wouldn't move up to welterweight straight away
Harry Kettle - July 7, 2025
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria has made an interesting revelation regarding a possible move up to welterweight. As we know, Ilia Topuria is the biggest active star in mixed martial arts today – or at the very least, one of them. He has already achieved some incredible things in his career and it would appear as if he has a lot more planned before he calls it a day. He has won belts in two weight classes and if he has his way, he’ll go in pursuit of a third at 170 pounds at some point in the future.
Islam Makhachev believes Dustin Poirier will defeat Max Holloway at UFC 318
Harry Kettle - July 7, 2025
Islam Makhachev is of the belief that former rival Dustin Poirier will defeat Max Holloway in their UFC 318 main event. Next weekend, Dustin Poirier will come face to face with Max Holloway for the third time in his career. It will also mark the final time that we see ‘The Diamond’ compete in mixed martial arts. He’s made it clear that this is his retirement bout and while there’s always a chance he could change his mind, the fact that it’s in his home state of Louisiana would imply that he’s not going to go back on his word.
Kelvin Gastelum gives his thoughts on how he can bounce back from UFC slump
Harry Kettle - July 7, 2025
UFC veteran Kelvin Gastelum has given his thoughts on how he can rebound from his recent slump in the promotion. For the longest time now, Kelvin Gastelum has been a permanent fixture at welterweight and middleweight in the UFC. While he’s had some incredible moments along the way, he hasn’t always been the most consistent in terms of his results.