UFC News
Israel Adesanya explains how he would improve the UFC
Adam Martin - November 14, 2019
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya says that he would like the UFC to give fighters creative control of their fight kit designs and also increase bonus money. Adesanya was recently interviewed by Roman Modrowski of ESPN and was asked how he would improve the UFC.
How Rich Franklin became the Anthony Bourdain of combat sports
Tom Taylor - November 14, 2019
Where in the world is Rich Franklin? Depending on when you ask that question, the answer might be Singapore, Mongolia, Australia, Myanmar, Pakistan — any far-flung corner of the planet you can imagine. As the President and host of ONE Warrior Series, the former UFC middleweight champion is almost always on the move.
Jorge Masvidal hints at ‘big plans’ with Telemundo
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2019
“BMF” Champion Jorge Masvidal has hinted at the possibility of a big future with Telemundo as his star continues to rise within the world of mixed martial arts. Masvidal has been on a phenomenal run of form in the UFC this year, coming off the back of a layoff that had many questioning whether or not he would be able to get himself back into contention. After finishes over Darren Till, Ben Askren and Nate Diaz, it’s become pretty clear that “Gamebred” is next in line for a shot at the UFC Welterweight Championship if he so desires.
UFC Sao Paulo | Pro fighters make their picks for Jan Blachowicz vs. Ronaldo Souza
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2019
In the main event of UFC Sao Paulo, Jan Blachowicz is looking to make it two in a row when he welcomes Ronaldo Souza to the light heavyweight division. Heading into the fight, Blachowicz is a -200 favorite while ‘Jacare’ is a +160 underdog. Ahead of the action, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions. The majority are leaning towards Blachowicz and some see the Polish fighter getting another knockout win. Many also believe the size difference will play a factor.
Patricio Freire blasts fellow double-champ Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - November 14, 2019
November 12 marked the three-year anniversary of Conor McGregor becoming the first simultaneous two-division champion in UFC history. McGregor took to Twitter to reminisce on this accomplishment, and was promptly ripped by Bellator’s Patricio “Pitbull” Freire, who currently holds the Bellator featherweight and lightweight belts — the same belts McGregor held in the UFC.
Carlos Condit forced out of Mickey Gall fight, Gilbert Burns offers to fill in
Natasha Hooper - November 14, 2019
Carlos Condit is out of his bout against Mickey Gall at UFC on ESPN 7, scheduled for December 7 in Washington, DC. Condit was forced to withdraw from his welterweight bout due to injury. According to Sherdog, “The Natural Born Killer” has a damaged retina that will prevent him from fighting Gall.
Jon Jones takes a shot at Israel Adesanya’s interview with Joe Rogan
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2019
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has taken a shot at Israel Adesanya following his recent appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast. Adesanya recently completed his ascent to the top of the middleweight division by defeating the previous king Robert Whittaker. Ever since then the jury has been out in regards to what the next step will be for “The Last Stylebender”, with a showdown against Yoel Romero reportedly being right around the corner.
Jon Jones says his fight with Dominick Reyes is just weeks away
Natasha Hooper - November 14, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones claims that he is just weeks away from his next fight. He also confirmed his opponent.
Maycee Barber booked for UFC 246 flyweight bout with Roxanne Modafferi
Adam Martin - November 13, 2019
Surging UFC women’s flyweight prospect Maycee Barber will not take on rival Paige VanZant as she requested. Instead, Barber takes on veteran Roxanne Modafferi at UFC 246. UFC 246 takes place on January 18 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The card is expected to be headlined by former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor. MMAjunkie.com was first with news of the fight between Barber and Modafferi.
Israel Adesanya on Jon Jones: 'No one really cares about his fights'
Cole Shelton - November 13, 2019
UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Jon Jones continue to trade shots at one another. The two have been going back-and-forth on social media and in interviews for weeks now, and a fight between the two seems inevitable. With that said, “The Last Stylebender” claims “Bones” started the feud and initiated the trash-talk because he wants to be him.
Khabib Nurmagomedov explains why sometimes he goes ”easy on opponents”
Natasha Hooper - November 13, 2019
The UFC lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov has earned a reputation as one of the greatest MMA champions of all time. Since his professional debut in 2008, “The Eagle,” has utilized his grappling skillset to dominate opponents. As the Russian has risen through the ranks to become the UFC’s undisputed lightweight champion, Nurmagomedov admits that he doesn’t want to hurt his opponents anymore. During a talk with Russian school students, he said (via RT news): “I had fights in my career where I understood that I could hurt my opponent more, but I’d talk to him, tell him to give up so that I don’t beat him too hard,”
UFC fighter Megan Anderson shows incredible physique in lingerie shoot
Natasha Hooper - November 13, 2019
Australian featherweight, Megan Anderson reveals her incredible physique during a lingerie shoot posted to her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/B4yiC7DDTFl/