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Charles Oliveira "blows Gaethje and Islam out of the water," says Kevin Lee
Cole Shelton - March 10, 2022
Kevin Lee has said Charles Oliveira is the best lightweight he has fought and he is sticking by that. Oliveira has been doubted countless times in his career. ‘Do Bronx’ was the underdog to Lee and Dustin Poirier among countless others and some have even labeled him a “quitter”. Yet, for ‘The Motown Phenom’ he says Oliveira is the most skilled fighter he’s fought and believes the champ easily beats both Justin Gaethje and Islam Makhachev.
Robert Whittaker vs. Marvin Vettori slated for UFC 275
Josh Evanoff - March 10, 2022
UFC 275 is apparently looking to add a big middleweight clash between Robert Whittaker and Marvin Vettori. Yesterday on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani, ‘The Reaper’ teased that he was getting back into camp. He also noted that he was looking to fight some fresh blood that he hadn’t faced before. Many fans and pundits took that hint to mean he was going to face Marvin Vettori.
One of the judges in Cain Velasquez case voices concerns over “safety”, requests protection
Susan Cox - March 10, 2022
It is been reported that one of the judges in the Cain Velasquez case has voiced concerns over safety and requested additional protection. As a result, extra security has been provided. It was Judge Shelyna Brown who said “the risk is too great” after reviewing Velasquez’s “reckless” actions and denied the former fighter bail. Velasquez is due back in court on April 12, 2022.
Pro fighters make their picks for Thiago Santos vs. Magomed Ankalaev
Cole Shelton - March 10, 2022
In the main event of UFC Vegas 50, top-10 light heavyweights collide as Thiago Santos takes on Magomed Ankalaev. Heading into the fight, Ankalaev is a massive -600 favorite while the Brazilian is a +425 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. To no surprise, as the odds suggest, the pros are actually nearly split on this one as some think Santos is too much of a step-up while others believe Ankalaev is the real deal.
Comedian Shane Gillis shares street fight story involving Nate Diaz and Marvin Vettori
Susan Cox - March 10, 2022
Comedian Shane Gillis has shared a street fight story involving Nate Diaz and Marvin Vettori. Gillis, 34, is a stand up comedian, radio personality and podcaster.
Tai Tuivasa wants to have a crack at former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2022
UFC heavyweight Tai Tuivasa has confirmed that he’d be interested in a fight against former champion Stipe Miocic. When it comes to the recent history of both men, the trajectory of Tai Tuivasa has been pretty different to that of Stipe Miocic. Tuivasa is currently riding a five-fight win streak, all of which came via TKO/KO, with the latest being a scintillating knockout success over KO king Derrick Lewis at UFC 271.
Henry Cejudo rips the UFC for handing out lucrative contracts to Jorge Masvidal and Israel Adesanya: “I’m not signing up to USADA”
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2022
Former two-weight UFC champion Henry Cejudo has explained why he’s not interested in re-entering the USADA testing pool right now. While he may have been retired for almost two years, Henry Cejudo is still a pretty important figure in the world of mixed martial arts. In addition to his coaching work and numerous podcast appearances, “Triple C” continues to flirt with the idea of returning to the Octagon in pursuit of a world title at a third weight class.
Rob Font set to headline April Fight Night card against Marlon Vera
Cole Shelton - March 9, 2022
A crucial bantamweight bout is set to headline a Fight Night card in April as Rob Font will take on Marlon Vera. According to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, Font and Vera have agreed to headline a Fight Night card on April 30. The event will likely take place at the UFC Apex.
Israel Adesanya says he doesn't need Jon Jones fight but still wants it: "People think I need that for my legacy"
Cole Shelton - March 9, 2022
Israel Adesanya says he still would like to fight Jon Jones, even though he doesn’t think he needs it for his legacy. Adesanya is coming off a decision win over Robert Whittaker and with that has practically cleared out the middleweight division. That being said, many think ‘Stylebender’ will move back up to light heavyweight again. Adesanya previously competed at 205lbs at UFC 259, where he suffered a loss to the now-former light heavyweight champion in Jan Blachowicz.
Robert Whittaker shuts down welterweight comeback, light-heavyweight on the table: "Going up is an option"
Josh Evanoff - March 9, 2022
Robert Whittaker has shut down a potential move back down to welterweight. He has, however, noted that a move upwards is on the table. ‘The Reaper’ was last in action at UFC 271 against Israel Adesanya. While he put forth an admirable performance, he lost the bout via unanimous decision in a bid for the middleweight title. With the defeat, he moved to 0-2 in the series with ‘The Last Stylebender’.
Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson set for UFC 274
Josh Evanoff - March 9, 2022
It seems that the long-awaited Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson fight has a date. For months, ‘Iron’ and ‘El Cucuy’ have teased a fight against one another. However, a date hasn’t been known for the bout, as the UFC tried to set the fight for early summer but Ferguson wanted it sooner. It seems that the promotion has finally nailed down the fight and made it official.
Terrance McKinney eyes "something spectacular" to finish Drew Dober at UFC Vegas 50: "Expect some fireworks"
Cole Shelton - March 9, 2022
Terrance McKinney said he wanted a quick turnaround and he is doing just that. After defeating Fares Ziam by first-round submission at UFC Vegas 49, ‘T.Wrecks’ has stepped up on a weeks’ notice to face Drew Dober at UFC Vegas 50. It’s an intriguing matchup and one McKinney wanted right when he saw Ricky Glenn was out of the fight.