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Caio Borralho says Israel Adesanya fight is in the works for UFC 312 in Sydney, wants five rounds
Curtis Calhoun - October 22, 2024
Surging UFC middleweight Caio Borralho is allegedly close to getting a potential No. 1 contender fight against Israel Adesanya in the former champ’s friendly territory. Borralho, a Dana White’s Contender Series alum, has soared up the middleweight rankings over the last year. He most recently defeated Jared Cannonier in a ‘Fight of the Year’ candidate in August.
PHOTO | UFC 309 poster released featuring Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic
Josh Evanoff - October 22, 2024
The UFC 309 poster featuring Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic has been released on social media. Next month in New York City, ‘Bones’ will finally return to the octagon. Back for the first time since submitting Ciryl Gane last March at UFC 285, Jon Jones will meet former champion Stipe Miocic. For his part, the 42-year-old hasn’t competed since a knockout loss to Francis Ngannou in early 2021.
Dan Hooker explains why he's "not really interested" in rematching Dustin Poirier
Cole Shelton - October 22, 2024
Dan Hooker isn’t too keen on rematching Dustin Poirier next time out. Hooker and Poirier had one of the best fights in recent memory back in June of 2020. It was a thrilling five-round fight as both men were beaten up badly, but it was Poirier who won by decision.
Francis Ngannou's coach shares emotional pre-fight team conversation before PFL debut win
Curtis Calhoun - October 22, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou had an internal fight hours before making his highly-anticipated return to the cage in his PFL debut. Ngannou defeated 2023 PFL heavyweight title winner Renan Ferreira in the Battle of the Giants main event last weekend in Riyadh. After almost three full years away from MMA, Ngannou looked dominant in his return, finishing Ferreira in the first round.
Max Holloway confirms interest in Islam Makhachev fight following UFC 308: "I want all the smoke"
Josh Evanoff - October 22, 2024
UFC featherweight contender Max Holloway has his eyes on lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. This Saturday night in Abu Dhabi, ‘Blessed’ will make the walk to the cage once again. Back for the first time since an April knockout over Justin Gaethje at UFC 300, Max Holloway will meet Ilia Topuria. For his part, ‘El Matador’ claimed the featherweight gold with a stunning stoppage win over Alexander Volkanovski in February.
Khamzat Chimaev shuts down rumor that he's unable to fight in the U.S. ahead of UFC 308 return: "Lot of s*it"
Josh Evanoff - October 22, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Khamzat Chimaev wants to shut down a rumor ahead of his return. ‘Borz’ has been out of the cage since a trip to Abu Dhabi last October. In the co-main event of UFC 294, Khamzat Chimaev faced short-notice replacement Kamaru Usman. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ entered the fight on a two-fight losing streak, and was ultimately handed a unanimous decision loss.
Nate Diaz responds to Brendan Schaub's viral rant and threats
Curtis Calhoun - October 22, 2024
Former UFC superstar Nate Diaz has answered Brendan Schaub’s viral rant and challenge to a potential fight/grappling match. Tensions between Diaz and Schaub reached a boiling point from afar earlier this week. After Diaz called Schaub a “P***y” for an emotional reaction to Shane Carwin’s post-UFC career struggles, Schaub went scorched Earth on one of his podcasts on Monday.
Alexander Volkanovski shares prediction for Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway at UFC 308
Cole Shelton - October 22, 2024
Alexander Volkanovski will be paying close attention to the UFC 308 main event between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway. Topuria is looking to defend his featherweight title for the first time since he KO’d Volkanovski back in February. It was a statement win and he enters his first title fight as a sizeable betting favorite.
Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira as big as Conor McGregor event? Matt Brown thinks it can be
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2024
Matt Brown believes Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira could match a Conor McGregor event. Much has been made about the futures of Jones and Pereira. “Bones” admitted his upcoming UFC heavyweight title defense against Stipe Miocic will likely be his last fight. As for Pereira, many have wondered if and when “Poatan” will move on to the heavyweight division.
Arman Tsarukyan scoffs at Islam Makhachev being ahead of Jon Jones in P4P debate
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2024
Arman Tsarukyan would not put Islam Makhachev at the top of the pound-for-pound list. UFC CEO Dana White has been peeved at the fact that Makhachev is ahead of Jon Jones at the top of the list. While White puts the blame on the media, many reporters have criticized the UFC for the rankings panel choices over the years. Nevertheless, White’s narrative stands and he plans to change up the ranking system.
Brandon Royval would welcome Henry Cejudo back to flyweight: "I could just walk him right into a knee"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2024
Brandon Royval would welcome Henry Cejudo back to flyweight if “Triple C” makes the cut back down. Back in the summer, Cejudo said he’s considering a return to the 125-pound division. He once captured gold in the weight class before moving up to bantamweight to earn a title there.
Dana White provides honest update on Conor McGregor's UFC future
Harry Kettle - October 22, 2024
UFC president Dana White has provided an update on what the future could hold for Conor McGregor. The future of Conor McGregor is always something that’s going to be a hot topic. After all, the Irishman is easily the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts. With that being said, he’s certainly been busy as of late with ventures outside of the sport.
Merab Dvalishvili believes Ilia Topuria will defeat Max Holloway at UFC 308
Harry Kettle - October 22, 2024
UFC champion Merab Dvalishvili believes Ilia Topuria will defeat Max Holloway at UFC 308 this weekend. On Saturday night, Ilia Topuria will defend his UFC featherweight championship against Max Holloway. It serves as the most important fight on the UFC 308 card and, for some, it’s the biggest fight of the year. Regardless of whether or not you agree with that sentiment, it’s hard to argue against the idea that this is a blockbuster bout.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 181 with Geoff Neal and Dan Ige
Cole Shelton - October 22, 2024
The 181st episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC 308. We’re first joined by 10th-ranked UFC welterweight Geoff Neal (1:00). We close things out with 14th-ranked UFC featherweight Dan Ige (9:58).
Aljamain Sterling slams Umar Nurmagomedov for questioning Merab Dvalishvili's UFC return timeline: "Earn it!"
Curtis Calhoun - October 21, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling defended Merab Dvalishvili against Umar Nurmagomedov’s ducking allegations. Dvalishvili defeated Sean O’Malley for the UFC bantamweight title at UFC 306 last month. The win handed him a world championship after a long, windy road to the top of the division.
What's next for Anthony Hernandez and Michel Pereira after UFC Vegas 99?
Cole Shelton - October 21, 2024
The UFC remained in the Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC Vegas 99 on Saturday with ranked middleweights Anthony Hernandez and Michel Pereira throwing down. In the main event, Hernandez and Pereira were both headlining for the first time in a pivotal middleweight scrap. Hernandez was coming off a submission win over Roman Kopylov and was on a four-fight winning streak. Pereira, meanwhile, was riding an eight-fight winning streak.
Brendan Schaub offers to fight 'fake gangster' Nate Diaz after recent insult: "I will twist your f*cking neck off"
Josh Evanoff - October 21, 2024
Former UFC heavyweight contender Brendan Schaub has responded to Nate Diaz. Earlier this week, the retired fighter went viral on social media discussing his longtime teammate, Shane Carwin. The former UFC interim heavyweight champion went public with his health issues earlier this month in a letter of support for a proposed settlement to end the UFC’s antitrust lawsuit. On his podcast, Brendan Schaub openly wept discussing Carwin’s brain trauma.
Merab Dvalishvili reveals plans for February return, open to both Umar Nurmagomedov or Sean O'Malley rematch next
Josh Evanoff - October 21, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is open to fighting anyone in his first title defense. ‘The Machine’ is fresh off his return to the cage in the main event of UFC 306 last month. At the Las Vegas Sphere, Merab Dvalishvili finally faced off with then-bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley. ‘Sugar’ famously won the gold with a knockout win over the Georgian’s teammate, Aljamain Sterling, last year.