UFC News
Miesha Tate compares Julianna Pena’s striking to that of Dricus Du Plessis: “Julianna’s striking is extremely underrated”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
Former UFC champion Miesha Tate has compared Julianna Pena’s striking to that of UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis. This weekend, Julianna Pena has the opportunity to reclaim UFC gold. She’ll be challenging Raquel Pennington for the UFC women’s bantamweight championship in the co-main event of UFC 307. In the eyes of many, despite being the challenger, she’s seen as the favorite to walk away with the belt.
Kayla Harrison would happily fight three times at UFC 307: “When you’re the best in the world, you can’t be stopped”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
UFC star Kayla Harrison has claimed that she’d fight three times in one night at UFC 307 if called upon. As we know, Kayla Harrison is one of the most interesting contenders in the UFC today. After demolishing Holly Holm in her promotional debut, the expectation is that she’ll soon become a title challenger at bantamweight. Before that, however, she’s got to get through Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307 this weekend.
UFC featherweight champ Ilia Topuria sends scathing response to Conor McGregor: “I’ll slap these nuts on his forehead”
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has sent a damning message to Conor McGregor after a recent taunt from the Irishman. As we know, Ilia Topuria is set to defend his UFC featherweight championship against Max Holloway later this month. Beyond that, though, expectations are high regarding the long-term future of the Spaniard.
Israel Adesanya wants Sean Strickland rematch to prove he's better than him: "I can take this guy"
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2024
Israel Adesanya is hoping to get a rematch with Sean Strickland. Adesanya fought Strickland in September of 2023 as he put his middleweight title up for grabs. Adesanya entered the bout as a sizable betting favorite but Strickland pulled off one of the biggest upsets in UFC history as he dominated ‘The Last Stylebender’ for five rounds to win a decision.
Ilia Topuria opens up on future clash with fellow UFC champion Islam Makhachev: "Pay for his medical bills"
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria wants to meet Islam Makhachev in the octagon. ‘El Matador’ has been out of the cage since winning featherweight gold at UFC 298 in February. In the main event, Ilia Topuria scored a second-round knockout victory over longtime champion Alexander Volkanovski. For his first title defense, the young star will face ‘BMF’ titleholder Max Holloway later this month.
Donn Davis continues one-sided feud with Kayla Harrison over PFL exit: "She ran!"
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2024
PFL founder Donn Davis still has issues with UFC women’s bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison. The judoka famously made her name in the PFL from 2018 to 2023. Over those five years, Kayla Harrison won two women’s lightweight tournaments, defeating various UFC veterans such as Cindy Dandois and Aspen Ladd. Following a victory over the latter in late 2023, she parted ways with the company.
Jose Aldo eyes Sean O'Malley with a win at UFC 307: "A great fight"
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2024
Jose Aldo is hopeful to face Sean O’Malley next time out. Aldo is set to return to the Octagon on the main card of UFC 307 on Saturday against Mario Bautista. It’s an intriguing matchup, but it is not the biggest name for Aldo. Since making his return to the UFC, Aldo has fought Jonathan Martinez and now Bautista, which Aldo says he was hopeful to get bigger names.
Renato Moicano agrees with Chael Sonnen, seeks UFC brawl with Justin Gaethje
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 3, 2024
Renato Moicano is in agreement with Chael Sonnen on a potential showdown with Justin Gaethje. Moicano has been “Money” his last four fights. In his most recent outing, Moicano wasted little time silencing the crowd in Paris with his beatdown of Benoit Saint-Denis. While the veteran lightweight might just be better than ever, he wants to prove he can be elite.
Jose Aldo sees path to gold once more ahead of UFC 307 clash with Mario Bautista
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 3, 2024
Jose Aldo wants another run with UFC gold. Aldo, who is already a Hall of Famer, will be stepping back inside the Octagon this Saturday. He’ll share the Octagon with the surging Mario Bautista, who is on a six-fight winning streak. It’s a familiar scenario for Aldo, who was matched up against Jonathan Martinez in his last outing.
Julianna Pena explains why Raquel Pennington “has not been a good representation of the women’s bantamweight division” ahead of UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 3, 2024
Julianna Pena has explained why she hasn’t been a big fan of Raquel Pennington’s run as UFC women’s bantamweight champion. As we know, Julianna Pena is a former UFC champion. In addition to that, she’s also one of the biggest names in the bantamweight division.
Israel Adesanya shares his prediction for Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 3, 2024
UFC star Israel Adesanya has given his prediction for the upcoming collision between Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree Jr. This weekend, Alex Pereira returns to the Octagon once again. The UFC light heavyweight champion, who is now one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts, will defend his crown against Khalil Rountree Jr.
Khalil Rountree Jr. reveals Sean Strickland issued him an apology ahead of UFC 307: “Khalil, I apologize, I’m a dumbass”
Harry Kettle - October 3, 2024
UFC title contender Khalil Rountree Jr has revealed that former champion Sean Strickland recently issued him an apology. This weekend, Khalil Rountree Jr faces the biggest test of his career thus far. He will challenge Alex Pereira for the UFC light heavyweight championship in a fight that few people think he can win.