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Carlos Prates says he smokes up to 10 cigarettes a day after stunning UFC Vegas 100 win
Curtis Calhoun - November 12, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Carlos Prates’ success in the Octagon is despite some of his questionable health choices outside of it. Prates, one of the fastest-rising stars in the UFC welterweight division, knocked out Neil Magny on Saturday at UFC Vegas 100. He’s unbeaten in his UFC tenure through four fights after earning a spot via Dana White’s Contender Series last year.
REPORT | Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Kamaru Usman officially in the works for UFC 310
Josh Evanoff - November 12, 2024
A fight between UFC welterweights Kamaru Usman and Shavkat Rakhmonov is reportedly in the works. ‘Nomad’ was set to return to the octagon in the main event of UFC 310 next month. The bout was going to snap a yearlong hiatus for the unbeaten welterweight, previously submitting Stephen Thompson last December. For his return, Shavkat Rakhmonov was expected to meet newly crowned UFC Belal Muhammad.
Edson Barboza's UFC return set for February 22 against surging featherweight
Curtis Calhoun - November 12, 2024
UFC featherweight contender and longtime lightweight mainstay Edson Barboza will return to the Octagon on February 22nd against one of the fastest-rising stars at 145lbs. As MMA Fighting‘s Damon Martin reported, Barboza will face Steve Garcia (17-5) on a UFC Fight Night card at a to-be-determined venue and location. As of this writing, the UFC has yet to formally announce the Barboza vs. Garcia matchup but is expected to do so in the coming days.
Stipe Miocic sends violent warning to Jon Jones ahead of UFC 309: "Bring it on bitch"
Cole Shelton - November 12, 2024
Stipe Miocic has sent a violent warning to Jon Jones ahead of their UFC 309 heavyweight title defense. Miocic is set to fight for the first time since he was knocked out by Francis Ngannou in March of 2021. Although he is ending the layoff, and is now 42 years old Miocic is still confident he will get his hand raised.
UFC legend reveals crucial mistake Jon Jones made in dismissal of Tom Aspinall fight
Fernando Quiles - November 12, 2024
One former UFC fan favorite has shared where he believes Jon Jones took a wrong turn in dismissing Tom Aspinall. Jones will be putting his heavyweight gold at stake against Stipe Miocic inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. The legacy fight will take place this Saturday night. As “Bones” enters his first title defense, Aspinall looms large going into UFC 309.
The first three bouts have been announced for February’s UFC 312 event in Sydney
Harry Kettle - November 12, 2024
The first three fights have been announced for UFC 312 which is set to go down in Sydney, Australia on February 9 (Feb 8th in the US). The Ultimate Fighting Championship, in the present day, is as global as it has ever been. The mixed martial arts leader has been having an impact in countries all across the world, and they’ll almost certainly continue to expand that influence. Of course, the promotion certainly has markets that it visits more often than others, and one of those is Australia.
Jon Jones expresses interest in relinquishing his heavyweight strap for future BMF title fight with Alex Pereira
Harry Kettle - November 12, 2024
Jon Jones has revealed that he could be interested in relinquishing the UFC heavyweight title in favor of a fight against Alex Pereira. For Jon Jones, fighting these days is all about building on his legacy. He wants to continue proving to the world that he’s the greatest fighter in the history of mixed martial arts, and he wants to do it on his own terms. The perfect example of that comes this weekend when he defends his UFC heavyweight championship against former champion Stipe Miocic.
Photo | Former UFC champion Alexa Grasso reveals she suffered a broken leg in training
Harry Kettle - November 12, 2024
Former UFC women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso has revealed that she suffered a broken leg in training recently. It’s safe to say that it’s been a tough year for Alexa Grasso. The 31-year-old battled Valentina Shevchenko for the third time at Noche UFC in September and, unfortunately for her, she came up short. Ever since then, fans have been wondering what her path back to another title opportunity is going to look like.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 183 with Eryk Anders and Damon Jackson
Cole Shelton - November 12, 2024
The 183rd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC 309. We’re first joined by UFC middleweight Eryk Anders (1:07). Next, UFC lightweight Damon Jackson (11:17) joins the show.
Colby Covington and Shavkat Rakhmonov continue to trade barbs over potential UFC 310 clash: "Your talking will not help"
Josh Evanoff - November 11, 2024
UFC welterweight contenders Colby Covington and Shavkat Rakhmonov continue to go back and forth. ‘Nomad’ was set to return to the cage in the main event of UFC 310 on Saturday night. Back for the first time since submitting Stephen Thompson last December, Shavkat Rakhmonov was set to fight for welterweight gold. However, Belal Muhammad withdrew from the contest earlier this month due to injury.
Stipe Miocic relishing in underdog role heading into UFC 309 return: "Keep talking s*it about me!"
Josh Evanoff - November 11, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic loves the doubters heading into his return. The 42-year-old former heavyweight champion hasn’t been seen in the cage in over three years. The last time Stipe Miocic fought was in early 2021, suffering a brutal knockout loss to Francis Ngannou. Following the devastating defeat, some assumed the heavyweight would retire. However, Miocic is now set to return.
Stipe Miocic bats away Jon Jones' warning over disrespectful comments: "Well I'm sorry if I hurt his feelings"
Josh Evanoff - November 11, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has responded to Jon Jones’ recent outburst. The 42-year-old former champion is set to return to the cage on Saturday night. Back for the first time since a knockout loss to Francis Ngannou in early 2021, Stipe Miocic will face Jon Jones. ‘Bones’ famously won the title ‘The Predator’ left vacant last March, with a submission victory over Ciryl Gane.
Jorge Masvidal insists UFC return is on track, doubles down on Leon Edwards callout
Fernando Quiles - November 11, 2024
Jorge Masvidal insists he’s making a UFC comeback, and he’s doubling down on calling out Leon Edwards. Masvidal initially retired from pro MMA competition back in 2023. “Gamebred” had dropped his fourth straight bout, but he admitted he never truly shook off his itch to keep fighting.
If Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall doesn't happen, Michael Bisping thinks UFC should strip 'Bones' of title
Fernando Quiles - November 11, 2024
Michael Bisping thinks the UFC should strongly consider stripping Jon Jones of the heavyweight title if he avoids Tom Aspinall. Jones is the reigning champion at heavyweight. While he hasn’t had a fight since March 2023 due to injury, he’ll be back inside the Octagon this weekend. “Bones” will put his gold at stake against Stipe Miocic inside Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 16th.
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.
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.
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.