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UFC 317 | Pro fighters make their picks for Ilia Topuria vs Charles Oliveira title fight
Cole Shelton - June 25, 2025
In the main event of UFC 317, the vacant lightweight title is up for grabs as Ilia Topuria takes on Charles Oliveira. Heading into the fight, Topuria is a sizeable -500 favorite while the Brazilian is a +340 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the lightweight title fight at UFC 317, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The pros are unanimous in thinking Topuria is too good on the feet and will be able to land big shots to likely KO Oliveira to become the lightweight champ and a two-weight champ.
Ben Askren’s wife provides update on his current condition
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2025
Ben Askren’s wife Amy has provided an update on his condition as the MMA community continues to pray for his recovery. As we know, Ben Askren is currently hospitalized as a result of pneumonia and complications from a staph infection. The mixed martial arts community has been voicing their support every step of the way, with his wife Amy providing a series of updates over the course of the last few weeks.
Tom Aspinall’s dad isn’t happy with how UFC announced heavyweight title promotion
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2025
Tom Aspinall’s father has given his thoughts about how the UFC announced that his son was the new undisputed heavyweight champion. It’s official – Tom Aspinall is the undisputed UFC heavyweight champion of the world. After a sensational run through the rest of the division, it seemed as if the Englishman was setting himself up for a showdown with Jon Jones after capturing the interim strap. Unfortunately, that didn’t come to fruition.
Daniel Cormier gives Jon Jones his flowers following UFC retirement announcement: “I was the best I’ve ever been when Jon beat me”
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2025
UFC legend Daniel Cormier has given Jon Jones his flowers in the wake of the latter’s mixed martial arts retirement. As we all know, Jon Jones has decided to retire from mixed martial arts. It’s a bittersweet moment for a lot of fans, especially given the excitement surrounding him potentially fighting Tom Aspinall. Alas, Jon wasn’t interested in any of that, and he’s instead decided to pursue pastures new – and also deal with some fresh legal worries.
Beneil Dariush expects to "smash" Renato Moicano at UFC 317 after watching Islam Makhachev bout
Cole Shelton - June 24, 2025
Beneil Dariush has plenty of confidence that he will beat Renato Moicano at UFC 317. Dariush was supposed to fight Moicano back in January, but the Brazilian ended up getting a title shot against Islam Makhachev on a day’s notice after Arman Tsarukyan pulled out. After Dariush lost the fight, he was hoping to return sooner, but is glad he is getting a chance to face Moicano.
Dana White announces Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva headlines Noche UFC
Cole Shelton - June 24, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White has announced a featherweight banger is set to headline Noche UFC. White took to Instagram Live on Tuesday night to reveal that Diego Lopes will face Jean Silva in the main event of Noche UFC on in San Antonio on September 13. Noche UFC was originally supposed to be a pay-per-view card, but the arena in Mexico wasn’t going to be ready in time, so the promotion moved it to San Antonio and made it a Fight Night card.
Arman Tsarukyan takes aim at Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 317: "I’m the worst possible matchup for you"
Cole Shelton - June 24, 2025
Arman Tsarukyan took aim at Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 317. Topuria is set to challenge Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title fight. It’s Topuria’s second fight at lightweight, as he vacated his featherweight title to move up to 155lbs to try and become a two-weight champion.
Charles Oliveira believes he's a better striker than Ilia Topuria ahead of UFC 317: "I've got heavy hands"
Cole Shelton - June 24, 2025
Charles Oliveira believes he’s a better striker than Ilia Topuria and is ready to prove it at UFC 317. Oliveira is set to take on Topuria for the vacant lightweight title in the main event of the pay-per-view card on Saturday. It’s an intriguing matchup, and although the Brazilian is a sizeable underdog, he has confidence that he’s better no matter where the fight takes place.
Tom Aspinall is 'the biggest loser' amid Jon Jones retirement news
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 24, 2025
In the mind of one former UFC fan favorite, Tom Aspinall lost the most following Jon Jones’ retirement. Fight fans were hoping that Jones vs. Aspinall would be booked, but “Bones” informed the UFC that he’s done with prizefighting. It’s the end of a legendary career with some bumps in the road outside of the Octagon for Jones. As for Aspinall, he’s now the undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion and his division gets a chance to move forward.
Major Joe Rogan news ahead of UFC 317 broadcast in Las Vegas
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 24, 2025
Joe Rogan is back in the booth for UFC 317. The broadcast plans for the UFC’s next pay-per-view event this Saturday have been reported by MMAJunkie. Dan Hellie will be hosting the weigh-in show on Friday at 11:50 a.m. ET. He’ll be joined by Daniel Cormier, Michael Bisping and Laura Sanko.
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith criticizes Jon Jones for retiring before Tom Aspinall fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 24, 2025
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith had a lot to say about Jon Jones’ retirement. When Tom Aspinall witnessed Jones pick Stipe Miocic apart during the UFC 309 main event in New York City, many were hoping that a title unification bout would be next. At the time, Aspinall was the interim UFC Heavyweight Champion, while “Bones” held the main gold.
Ilia Topuria confirms that he decided to leave featherweight division before fighting Max Holloway
Harry Kettle - June 24, 2025
UFC star Ilia Topuria has confirmed that he decided to leave the featherweight division before even defending his belt against Max Holloway. As we know, Ilia Topuria will attempt to become a two-weight world champion on Saturday night when he goes head to head with Charles Oliveira. The bout is expected to be an electric affair, with the majority of fans and pundits backing ‘El Matador’ to get the job done.