Jim Miller News
Pros react after Jim Miller stops Gabriel Benitez at UFC Vegas 84
Chris Taylor - January 13, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 84 event was co-headlined by a lightweight bout featuring Jim Miller taking on Gabriel Benitez. Miller (37-17 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring a 23-second knockout victory over Jesse Butler (see that here) this past June. The New Jersey native had gone 4-1 over his last five Octagon appearances ahead of tonight’s contest, scoring finishes in all four of those wins.
UFC Vegas 84 Results: Jim Miller stops Gabriel Benitez (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 13, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 84 results, including the co-main event between Jim Miller and Gabriel Benitez. Miller (36-17 MMA) has gone 4-1 over his last five Octagon appearances, scoring finishes in all four of those wins. In his most recent effort this past June, the New Jersey native scored a 23-second knockout victory over Jesse Butler (see that here).
Jim Miller believes he could "kimura" Brock Lesnar after Anthony Smith says that hypothetical fight is 50-50
Cole Shelton - January 10, 2024
Jim Miller is confident he would beat Brock Lesnar in a potential fight. On Wednesday on the Believe You Me podcast, Anthony Smith and Michael Bisping were talking about Jim Miller and potential UFC 300 opponents. Out of the blue, Lesnar’s name got brought up and Smith claimed that the fight would be 50/50 despite the massive size difference. Smith argued that Miller could catch Lesnar with a submission, but avoiding the power shots on the feet would be questionable.
Anthony Smith explains why Brock Lesnar vs. Jim Miller is a 50/50 fight
Josh Evanoff - January 10, 2024
UFC light-heavyweight contender Anthony Smith doesn’t sound so hot on a Brock Lesnar return. Over the last few months, there have been murmurs of a return to the octagon for the WWE superstar. Brock Lesnar hasn’t competed since a decision win over Mark Hunt in July 2016. However, that hasn’t stopped fans from speculating that he could return in April, at the historic milestone event, UFC 300.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 149 with Jim Miller, Mario Bautista, and Marcus McGhee
Cole Shelton - January 9, 2024
The 149th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Vegas 84, which is the first event of 2024. We’re first joined by UFC lightweight Jim Miller (1:33). Next, UFC bantamweight Mario Bautista (17:24) comes on. Closing out the program is UFC bantamweight Marcus McGhee (25:21).
Jim Miller reveals ideal opponents for planned UFC 300 fight: "It'd be fun"
Josh Evanoff - January 3, 2024
Lightweight contender Jim Miller has several opponents in mind for UFC 300 in April. ‘A-10’ has been out of the cage since a devastating first-round knockout win over Jesse Butler in June. That was another major victory for the seemingly ageless Jim Miller. With the stoppage win, he improved to 4-1 in his last five appearances, previously scoring wins over names such as Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone.
Dana White responds to Jim Miller’s request to fight at UFC 300: “Consider that done”
Susan Cox - December 13, 2023
Dana White has responded to Jim Miller’s request to fight at UFC 300. Jim Miller (36-17 MMA) is eager to be included in the UFC’s historic 300th pay-per-view event in April of 2024.
Jim Miller calls for UFC 300 fight with Matt Brown: "That'd be an awesome one"
Josh Evanoff - July 3, 2023
Lightweight contender Jim Miller would love to face Matt Brown at UFC 300 next year. ‘A10’ has been out of the cage since his clash with Jesse Butler last month at UFC Vegas 74. Predictably, Jim Miller scored the knockout victory over the short-notice replacement. Following the win, the lightweight again discussed the possibility of fighting at UFC 300.
Daniel Cormier explains why he doesn’t feel Jim Miller is worthy of the UFC Hall of Fame: "I just don’t feel like time served puts you in"
Susan Cox - June 8, 2023
Daniel Cormier is explaining why he doesn’t feel Jim Miller is worthy of being inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Cormier, himself a member of the 2022 UFC Hall of Fame and two-division UFC champion, believes Jim Miller, although a veteran in the UFC, is not necessarily a candidate to get Hall of Fame accolades.
UFC Vegas 74 Bonus Report: Jim Miller one of four fighters to take home $50k
Chris Taylor - June 3, 2023
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 74 event, a 13-bout fight card headlined by Kai Kara-France vs. Amir Albazi. Tonight’s men’s flyweight main event went the full twenty-five minutes. It was a back-and-forth affair that many fans and analysts had tied 2-2 headed into the fifth and final round. Although Kai Kara-France appeared to land the better volume of strikes throughout the final five minutes, it did not prove to be enough to get him the victory. Two of the three judges in attendance scored the contest in favor of Albazi, who walked away with the split decision win.
UFC Vegas 74 Results: Jim Miller KO's Jesse Butler (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 3, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 74 results, including the lightweight contest between Jim Miller and Jesse Butler. Miller (35-17 MMA) will enter the bout looking to rebound, this after dropping a decision to Alexander Hernandez in his most recent effort back in February. Prior to that setback, the 39-year-old had put together a three-fight winning streak.
Jim Miller receives new opponent for Saturday’s UFC Vegas 74 event after Jared Gordon was forced to withdraw
Harry Kettle - June 2, 2023
Jim Miller has received a brand new opponent this weekend after Jared Gordon was forced to withdraw from their contest. When it comes to legendary figures in mixed martial arts, Jim Miller is up there with the best of them. He’s been around the block more than a few times, holding several records along the way. The 39-year-old has the most wins in UFC history and in addition to that, has fought for the promotion more so than anyone else.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 124 with Randy Couture, Jim Miller, and Daniel Pineda
Cole Shelton - May 30, 2023
The 124th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Vegas 74 this weekend and to talk Francis Ngannou’s signing with the PFL. We’re first joined by UFC Hall of Famer and PFL commentator Randy Couture (1:11). Next, UFC lightweight Jim Miller (20:49) comes on. Closing out the program is UFC featherweight Daniel Pineda (40:31).
Pros react to Jim Miller submitting Donald Cerrone, 'Cowboy' retiring at UFC 276
Chris Taylor - July 2, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 276 event featured a welterweight contest between veteran fighters Donald Cerrone and Jim Miller. The bout served as a rematch as the pair previously collided in 2014, with ‘Cowboy’ emerging victorious by way of knockout.
UFC 276 Results: Jim Miller stops Donald Cerrone in Round 2 (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 2, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 276 event features a welterweight contest between veteran fighters Donald Cerrone and Jim Miller. The bout will serve as a rematch as the pair previously collided in 2014, with ‘Cowboy’ emerging victorious by way of knockout.
Jim Miller doesn't view Donald Cerrone fight as a rematch, plans to "just go in there and fight" at UFC 276: "I'm confident I can get the W this time"
Cole Shelton - June 28, 2022
Jim Miller doesn’t view his UFC 276 fight against Donald Cerrone as a true rematch. Miller was originally supposed to fight Bobby Green on July 2, but just over a week out it was revealed that Green was out and Cerrone had stepped up on short notice. The fight will also take place at welterweight and for Miller, he’s just happy he got a fight.
Donald Cerrone steps in to replace Bobby Green against Jim Miller at UFC 276
Susan Cox - June 23, 2022
Donald Cerrone, 39, has stepped in to replace Bobby Green against Jim Miller at UFC 276. UFC 276 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 2nd at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Jim Miller reveals "the UFC is having me fight out my contract" at UFC 276: "I win and I still don't know if there is another UFC fight"
Cole Shelton - June 15, 2022
Jim Miller will be fighting out his contract at UFC 276 and he is quite surprised by that. Miller is coming off back-to-back KO wins and is set to face Bobby Green on July 2 in Las Vegas in a fight that is years in the making. The fight will also serve as Miller’s 40th UFC appearance but it also could be his last as he revealed to BJPENN.com on Wednesday that he’s fighting out his contract, and it isn’t his choice.