MMA News

Fernando Quiles - October 30, 2024

Carla Esparza has no plan to end her retirement due to a controversial decision. Esparza shared the Octagon with Tecia Pennington at UFC 307 in early October. The bout went the distance and Pennington was awarded the unanimous decision. Many were split on this verdict, as some scored the fight for Esparza, while others believed the judges got it right.

Fernando Quiles - October 30, 2024

, hJoe Rogan is in awe of Khamzat Chimaev’s quick and dominant submission win over Robert Whittaker. Chimaev took on Robert Whittaker in the co-man event of UFC 308. It was a crucial fight in the middleweight division, and one where many felt the winner could leapfrog his way to a title shot depending on the performance. Chimaev ended up not only submitting Whittaker in the first round, he even caused an injury that saw “The Reaper’s” bottom teeth get shoved in.

BJPENN.COM Staff - October 30, 2024

Since Demetrious Johnson vacated the ONE Flyweight MMA World Championship, a new day has dawned over the weight division. Now, Danny Kingad wants to make the most of it.   The #3-ranked contender meets former titleholder Adriano Moraes at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium in a pivotal matchup. 

Harry Kettle - October 30, 2024

UFC president Dana White has claimed that talks are ongoing for the promotion to host an event in Spain next year. As we know, Ilia Topuria is currently one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts. Last weekend, he cemented that reputation with a knockout win over Max Holloway. He’s done some great things for the UFC already, and that includes raising the profile of Spanish fighters in the promotion.

Harry Kettle - October 30, 2024

Brandon Moreno will wear a great pair of custom fight shorts this weekend for his big return at UFC Edmonton. Over the course of the last four years, Brandon Moreno has become a star in mixed martial arts. One of the big reasons for that, of course, was his four-fight series against Deiveson Figueiredo. With that being said, he also has an infectious personality to run alongside an incredibly fun and entertaining fight style that the masses enjoy.

Harry Kettle - October 30, 2024

Former UFC champion Aljamain Sterling believes he can shock the world against Movsar Evloev at UFC 310 later this year. As we know, Aljamain Sterling is a pretty interesting character. The former bantamweight king hasn’t always been the biggest fan favorite, but he’s certainly been able to find some real success in mixed martial arts. Now, following on from his triumphs at 135 pounds, he’s attempting to do the same thing at featherweight.

BJPENN.COM Staff - October 29, 2024

After 25 professional bouts, former ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Adriano Moraes is no longer making the walk to the ring for himself.   “Mikinho” meets #3-ranked contender Danny Kingad at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday, November 8, at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, in a pivotal battle that is likely to produce the next challenger for the division’s vacant crown. 

BJPENN.COM Staff - October 29, 2024

British Muay Thai star Jacob Smith has the chance to avenge his prior defeat to ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon next month, and he insists his talents have developed tenfold since their first encounter in May 2022.    Smith challenges Rodtang for the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Title at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium. 

Cole Shelton - October 29, 2024

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill was not happy with Magomed Ankalaev’s performance at UFC 308. Ankalaev picked up a decision win over Aleksandar Rakic in a rather lackluster fight. Neither man threw many strikes, as Hill called it boring. But, he says the blame is on Ankalaev for making it such a boring fight.

Josh Evanoff - October 29, 2024

The UFC has reportedly parted ways with several fighters, including heavyweight Robelis Despaigne. Earlier today, X account UFC Roster Tracker reported that several fighters have been removed from the roster. It should be noted that a fighter being removed from the online roster doesn’t always mean they’ve been removed from the company. In some cases, they could be going on hiatus, were suspended, or are injured.

Josh Evanoff - October 29, 2024

If the UFC calls Paddy Pimblett for a welterweight fight against Colby Covington, he’d listen. ‘The Baddy’ has been out of the octagon since his clash with Bobby Green in Manchester earlier this summer. The bout with ‘King’ was the biggest test of Paddy Pimblett’s UFC tenure thus far, and he passed with flying colors. It took less than one round for the scouser to score a dominant submission win.

Josh Evanoff - October 29, 2024

Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is seemingly interested in heading to the WWE. The British fighter has been out of the cage since his first title defense at UFC 304 earlier this summer. In the co-main event, Tom Aspinall met Curtis Blaydes in a rematch of their encounter in 2022. While their first bout ended in an injury win for ‘Razor’, the second contest ended in a brutal knockout win for the Brit.

Curtis Calhoun - October 29, 2024

A renowned medical expert has weighed in on Conor McGregor’s shocking withdrawal from his planned UFC comeback after suffering a pinky toe injury. McGregor was supposed to face Michael Chandler in his long-awaited return at UFC 303 in Las Vegas. But, just weeks before the marquee event, McGregor withdrew from the contest after suffering a toe injury during his camp.

BJPENN.COM Staff - October 29, 2024

After successfully prevailing from another firefight at ONE 168 in September, Muay Thai legend Seksan Or Kwanmuang faces Soe Lin Oo in what’s expected to be another barnburner in January.  “The Man Who Yields To No One” meets the Myanmar mauler in a 142-pound catchweight Muay Thai showdown at ONE 170 on Friday, January 24, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena.  

Curtis Calhoun - October 29, 2024

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones and his legal team have reached a resolution in his assault case in Albuquerque involving two Drug-Free Sport testers at his home. Jones, who faces Stipe Miocic in the UFC 309 main event on November 16, was supposed to appear in court on Tuesday before his attorneys announced a plea deal had been reached. All charges against Jones, including assault and interference with communication, will be dismissed as long as Jones completes an anger management course.

Cole Shelton - October 29, 2024

Alexander Volkanovski believes that Ilia Topuria could become a champ-champ if he tries to. Topuria is the UFC’s featherweight champion and is coming off a TKO win over Max Holloway to defend his belt at UFC 308. He became the first person to knockout Holloway, as he showed off his insane power.

Fernando Quiles - October 29, 2024

Darren Till is not happy that Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou hasn’t materialized. A showdown between “Bones” and “The Predator” has been discussed for years. The best chance of that happening was under the UFC banner when Ngannou was the heavyweight champion. Ngannou and the UFC parted ways after failing to come to terms on a new deal.

Fernando Quiles - October 29, 2024

Former UFC veteran Matt Brown believes Ilia Topuria should be a lock for the 2024 “Fighter of the Year.” Topuria has certainly made a strong case for himself. “El Matador” knocked out Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway. Topuria actually became the first fighter to score a KO win over “Blessed.”