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King Green reflects on loss to Paddy Pimblett: 'I felt like I lost a Super Bowl'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2025
King Green feels he made the blooper reel following his technical submission loss to Paddy Pimblett. Green will look to get back on the horse at UFC 313 on Saturday, but he admits he didn’t have his finest hour last time out. Green went one-on-one with “The Baddy” at UFC 304 back in July 2024. Green was choked out in the opening frame courtesy of a triangle choke.
Renato Moicano explains why he isn't fighting Justin Gaethje at UFC 313
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2025
Renato Moicano has shared why he won’t be the one fighting Justin Gaethje at UFC 313 on Saturday. When Dan Hooker suffered a hand injury, the UFC brass needed to find a replacement opponent for “The Highlight.” Ultimately, Rafael Fiziev was given the call to take the fight and he accepted. Gaethje recently claimed that the likes of Moicano “understandably” turned down the short notice fight.
Colby Covington gets response from Themba Gorimbo after close call at UFC PI
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 6, 2025
Themba Gorimbo has responded to Colby Covington avoiding him at the UFC Performance Institute. Gorimbo and Covington were once friends and training partners, but they recently had a falling out. During a live stream, Covington entered the gym at the UFC PI, but when he saw Gorimbo working out, he decided to walk up the stairs instead. During the stream, Covington called Gorimbo “ungrateful.”
Paul Felder explains why it looks like Jon Jones is ducking Tom Aspinall
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC commentator Paul Felder has explained why it seems, at least to him, as if Jon Jones is ducking a fight against Tom Aspinall. As we know, the mixed martial arts world is eagerly anticipating more news on the proposed title fight between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Both men hold gold at heavyweight – Jon is the undisputed champion, and Tom is the interim champion.
Diego Lopes questions Aljamain Sterling for saying Movsav Evloev deserves title shot ahead of him
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC star Diego Lopes has questioned Aljamain Sterling for suggesting Movsar Evloev is deserving of a title shot ahead of him. At UFC 314, Diego Lopes will get the opportunity of a lifetime. He will go head to head with Alexander Volkanovski in the main event, with the UFC featherweight championship on the line. It’s the moment he’s been waiting a long time for, and he’s ready to seize it with both hands.
Alex Pereira teases possible boxing superfight against Oleksandr Usyk later this year
Harry Kettle - March 6, 2025
UFC champion Alex Pereira has teased a possible boxing superfight against heavyweight star Oleksandr Usyk later this year. As we know, Alex Pereira is easily one of the biggest and best fighters in mixed martial arts today. He has achieved some incredible things in the sport and as we look ahead to the weekend, he has the chance to successfully defend his light heavyweight championship for the fourth time.
Takeru "gunning" for all-out war with Rodtang at ONE 172
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 5, 2025
Fans are itching for the blockbuster encounter between Takeru Segawa and former flyweight Muay Thai king Rodtang Jitmuangnon – and Takeru is in the same boat. “The Natural Born Krusher” collides with “The Iron Man” in a five-round flyweight kickboxing super-fight. This happens in the main event of ONE 172 on Sunday, March 23, inside Japan’s Saitama Super Arena.
Adriano Moraes predicts "legendary win" in ONE flyweight world title fight at ONE 172
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 5, 2025
Eight-time ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Adriano Moraes is on the cusp of reaching another major milestone. “Mikinho” vies for the flyweight division’s vacant crown when he meets #2-ranked contender Yuya Wakamatsu at ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang on Sunday, March 23, inside Japan’s Saitama Super Arena.
Justin Gaethje willing to throw down with Rafael Fiziev in the middle of the Octagon at UFC 313: "I will accept that challenge"
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
Justin Gaethje is willing to get chaotic and throw down with Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313. Gaethje was supposed to fight Dan Hooker in the co-main event but he was forced out of the bout due to a broken hand and was replaced with Fiziev. The two fought back in March of 2023 with Gaethje winning a majority decision. However, in Gaethje’s last fight, he was knocked out after he and Max Holloway met in the middle of the Octagon with 10 seconds left.
Dana White and Turki Alalshikh reveal surprising target date for new boxing league
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
UFC CEO Dana White and Turki Alalshikh’s new boxing league could kickoff in September. It’s no secret that the longtime president of the UFC has had his eyes on the boxing ring. After promoting Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor in 2017, Dana White announced ‘Zuffa Boxing’. Almost a decade after that superfight, the promoter’s plans could finally be coming to fruition. Earlier today, White, and Turki Alalshikh made a big announcement.
Cris Cyborg names next potential PFL opponent after recent knockout win in boxing: "It'll be in the fall"
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
PFL Superfights women’s featherweight champion Cris Cyborg hopes to return to the cage in the fall. The 39-year-old is fresh off an appearance in the boxing ring earlier this month. Over the weekend, Cris Cyborg scored a second-round knockout win over Karen Fernandez, in her fifth professional boxing match. Fresh off that stoppage victory, the PFL champion is turning her attention to a return to the cage.
Israel Adesanya offers prediction for Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev: "He'll have to catch him"
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2025
Israel Adesanya has offered his take on the UFC 313 main event between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. ‘Poatan’ will return to the cage on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Back for the first time since a fourth-round knockout win over Khalil Rountree in October, Alex Pereira will meet the rising Magomed Ankalaev. For his part, the Russian will enter his second UFC title fight riding a staggering 13-fight unbeaten streak.
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira's time at the top is over after UFC 313: "New stars coming up"
Cole Shelton - March 5, 2025
Magomed Ankalaev believes Alex Pereira’s time as a champion and big star in the UFC is over after UFC 313. Ankalaev is set to take on Pereira for the light heavyweight title on Saturday in the main event of UFC 313. It’s an intriguing matchup and a fight that many fans have wanted to see for quite some time.
Diego Lopes dismisses notion that Alexander Volkanovski is past his prime ahead of UFC 314
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2025
Diego Lopes isn’t buying into the idea that Alexander Volkanovski’s best days are behind him. Lopes and Volkanovski are set to collide for the vacant UFC Featherweight Championship on April 12. The title fight is scheduled to headline UFC 314 in Miami. The championship was vacated by Ilia Topuria, who now has his sights set on the lightweight division.
Dana White thinks Alex Pereira secures top pound-for-pound spot with win over Magomed Ankalaev
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2025
Alex Pereira could become the pound-for-pound best fighter following UFC 313, says Dana White. Pereira is in for what many believe will be his most stern test to date. The UFC Light Heavyweight Champion will put his gold at stake against Magomed Ankalaev. The consensus is that “Poatan’s” takedown defense will be tested against the No. 1 contender on March 8.
Dana White announces TKO boxing promotion alongside Turki Alalshikh
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 5, 2025
Dana White has returned to the boxing business with the backing of TKO and Turki Alalshikh. White had teased creating his own boxing promotion since he was hyping up Conor McGregor’s boxing match with Floyd Mayweather back in 2017. The UFC boss wore a Zuffa Boxing shirt, but he appeared to sour on the idea of a venture into boxing before Saudi Arabia got involved.
Rafael Fiziev is feeling pretty relaxed heading into Justin Gaethje rematch at UFC 313
Harry Kettle - March 5, 2025
Rafael Fiziev seems to be in a pretty relaxed mood as he prepares to go to war with Justin Gaethje at UFC 313 this weekend. As we know, Rafael Fiziev will take on Justin Gaethje for the second time in the co-main event of UFC 313 on Saturday night. He’ll be attempting to avenge his loss from their first encounter a few years back, and he’ll be doing so on short notice.
Robert Whittaker urges Magomed Ankalaev to wrestle Alex Pereira
Harry Kettle - March 5, 2025
Robert Whittaker has urged Magomed Ankalaev to use his wrestling in his huge title fight against Alex Pereira at UFC 313 this weekend. On Saturday night, Magomed Ankalaev will challenge Alex Pereira for the UFC light heavyweight championship. As we know, this is easily the biggest fight of his career to date. He’s been in there with some tough guys in the past, but nobody quite like ‘Poatan’.