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Jon Jones reaffirms belief that beating Tom Aspinall would do nothing for his legacy: “I would literally be in the same position I am now”
Harry Kettle - November 11, 2024
Jon Jones doesn’t believe that defeating Tom Aspinall in a unification fight would do anything for his legacy. For Jon Jones, he has one clear focus: defeating Stipe Miocic. This weekend at UFC 309, he’ll get the chance to do that when he defends his UFC heavyweight championship against the former king in New York City.
Daniel Cormier shoots down the idea that Jon Jones is afraid of fighting Tom Aspinall: “He is not afraid of that guy”
Harry Kettle - November 11, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier doesn’t believe that Jon Jones is afraid of fighting interim champion Tom Aspinall. Over the course of the last few years, Tom Aspinall has emerged as the leader of the new generation at heavyweight. From his striking to his speed and beyond, the Englishman has already achieved some great things in mixed martial arts.
Reinier de Ridder urges fellow fighters not to sign with ONE Championship: “It is a bad mistake”
Harry Kettle - November 11, 2024
UFC newcomer Reinier de Ridder has urged fellow fighters against signing with rival promotion ONE Championship. Last weekend, Reinier de Ridder made a winning start to life in the UFC with a submission win over Gerald Meerschaert at UFC Vegas 100. It’s a move that has been a long time coming, with de Ridder coming off the back of a strong run in ONE Championship.
Jon Jones sends warning to Stipe Miocic for “unnecessary” comments ahead of UFC 309: “You shouldn’t have called me a bitch”
Harry Kettle - November 11, 2024
Jon Jones has sent a warning shot to Stipe Miocic after recent comments he made ahead of their clash at UFC 309. This weekend, Jon Jones will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. In doing so, he will defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic. As you can probably imagine, all eyes are on ‘Bones’ to see whether or not he can still thrive at the elite level.
Gaston Bolanos says he proved he belongs with UFC Vegas 100 win over Cortavious Romious
Fernando Quiles - November 10, 2024
Gaston Bolanos believes he solidified his spot on the UFC roster this past Saturday. Bolanos took on dangerous prospect Cortavious Romious on the UFC Vegas 100 card. Going into this one, many wondered if Bolanos could avoid a second straight loss, which could’ve lead to a pink slip depending on how the matchmakers felt.
Charles Oliveira puts first win over Michael Chandler in the past ahead of UFC 309 rematch: 'Our idea is to be better'
Fernando Quiles - November 10, 2024
Charles Oliveira won’t be resting on his laurels ahead of his rematch with Michael Chandler. Oliveira and Chandler will mix it up a second time in the co-main event of UFC 309. The matchup will emanate from Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 16th.
Karolina Kowalkiewicz issues emotional statement following UFC Vegas 100 loss to Denise Gomes
Fernando Quiles - November 10, 2024
Karolina Kowalkiewicz recently suffered her second straight loss, and she’s issued a statement. Kowalkiewicz went toe-to-toe with Denise Gomes at UFC Vegas 100. It was the featured preliminary bout on the card. The fight went the distance and Gomes was awarded the unanimous decision win.
Stipe Miocic shares thoughts on lost Francis Ngannou trilogy: 'I’m not mad at him'
Fernando Quiles - November 10, 2024
Stipe Miocic isn’t dwelling on not being able to face Francis Ngannou in a trilogy fight. Miocic and Ngannou have mixed it up inside the UFC Octagon twice. Back in early 2018, Miocic schooled Ngannou with his grappling. “The Predator” even had issues in the standup when he was worried about the takedown.
Carlos Prates slams fans who think Neil Magny quit in UFC Vegas 100 fight
Fernando Quiles - November 10, 2024
Carlos Prates has a challenge for those who believe Neil Magny quit at UFC Vegas 100. Prates made the most of his opportunity to headline a UFC Fight Night card. He shared the Octagon with the crafty veteran Neil Magny. In the past, Magny has derailed hype trains, but things didn’t go well for him this past Saturday in Las Vegas.
Jon Jones reveals career-defining moments ahead of UFC 309 title fight against Stipe Miocic
Fernando Quiles - November 10, 2024
Jon Jones has revealed some key matches that defined his career. Jones is set to put the UFC Heavyweight Championship at stake against Stipe Miocic on November 16th. This could be the final fight in the pro MMA career of “Bones.” Jones has revealed a fight with light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira could sway him into sticking around
UFC Vegas 100 Bonus Report: Charles Radtke one of four fighters to take home an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2024
The Octagon returned to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 100 event, and four fighters wound up taking home $50k bonuses. The event was headlined by a welterweight bout between Carlos Prates and Neil Magny. The contest proved to be a coming out party for Carlos Prates. The Brazilian standout earned his fourth knockout win of 2024, this after sending Neil Magny crashing to the canvas with a left hand to the temple at the 4:50 mark of the opening round (see that here). Although Magny had a good start to the fight, Prates was eventually able to land a standing elbow that significantly changed the momentum of the contest and ultimately led to the finish. Following the win, Prates called out Jack Della Maddelena.
Pros react after Carlos Prates KO's Neil Magny at UFC Vegas 100
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 100 event was headlined by a welterweight bout between Carlos Prates and Neil Magny. Prates (21-6 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring a highlight reel KO over Jingliang Li this past August at UFC 305 (see that here). The Brazilian standout had gone a perfect 3-0 in his first three assignments with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, scoring finishes in all three of those fights.
Pros react after Reinier de Ridder submits Gerald Meerschaert at UFC Vegas 100
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 100 event was co-headlined by a highly anticipated middleweight contest between Reinier de Ridder and Gerald Meerschaert. De Ridder (18-2 MMA) was making his Octagon debut this evening. The former two-division ONE FC Champion had most previously competed in MMA this past July, where he scored a first-round TKO victory over Magomedmurad Khasaev.
UFC Vegas 100 Results: Reinier de Ridder stops Gerald Meerschaert (Video)
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 100 results, including the co-main event between Reinier de Ridder and Gerald Meerschaert. Reinier de Ridder (17-2 MMA) will be making his Octagon debut this evening. The former two-division ONE FC Champion was most previously seen in action this past July, where he scored a first-round TKO victory over Magomedmurad Khasaev.
UFC Vegas 100: 'Magny vs. Prates' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - November 9, 2024
The Octagon returns to Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 100 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Neil Magny vs. Carlos Prates. Magny (29-12 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a first-round TKO loss to Michael Morales this past August. The 37-year-old veteran has gone 2-3 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.
Michael Bisping believes Jon Jones is at risk of being stripped if he doesn't fight Tom Aspinall
Harry Kettle - November 9, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Jon Jones should be at risk of being stripped if he refuses to fight Tom Aspinall. Next weekend, Jon Jones will return to the Octagon when he defends the UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic. Of course, in the eyes of many, the man he should be facing is none other than interim champion Tom Aspinall.
How Oumar Kane’s uncle inspired him to fight: “I was always amazed”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 9, 2024
Every fighter has an origin story. For heavyweight MMA star “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane, his began when he lost his father as a young boy. The Senegalese sensation challenges three-weight ONE MMA World Champion Anatoly Malykhin for the latter’s heavyweight crown at ONE 169, which airs this Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
'Reug Reug' dethrones Anatoly Malykhin at ONE 169
Harry Kettle - November 9, 2024
Oumar Kane, also known as Reug Reug, defeated Anatoly Malykhin at ONE 169 last night to claim the ONE Championship heavyweight title. Over the course of the last few years, mixed martial arts fans have heard a lot about Reug Reug. In equal measure, they’ve heard a great deal about Anatoly Malykhin. In terms of ONE Championship’s heavyweight division, they are easily the two biggest names on the roster. So, it made sense for them to square off eventually.