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UFC 274 | Pro fighters make their picks for Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson
On the main card of UFC 274, an intriguing lightweight bout takes place as Michael Chandler takes on Tony Ferguson. Heading into the fight, Chandler is a massive -385 favorite on FanDuel while ‘El Cucuy’ is a +290 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their prediction for the […]
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Chael Sonnen on the UFC attempting to book Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev: “Adesanya vs. Cannonier is a tough sell as far as being a headliner of a PPV”
Chael Sonnen is weighing in on the UFC attempting to book Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev. UFC President, Dana White, recently did an interview in the ‘war room’ for ‘The Pivot Podcast’ and in the background a list of future fights were displayed on the board. Albeit the room is considered to be top-secret, a […]
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Paddy Pimblett scoffs at the idea of fighting four times a year in the UFC: “I’m earning more outside the cage than I am in it”
Paddy Pimblett has scoffed at the idea of fighting four times a year in the UFC. Pimblett, (18-3 MMA), the up and coming British sensation from Liverpool is coming off victories against Rodrigo Vargas (12-5 MMA) in March of this year, and Luigi Vendramini (9-3 MMA) in September of 2021. Paddy Pimblett is a former […]
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Conor McGregor blasts Tony Ferguson for his comments about Dana White and the UFC
Conor McGregor is blasting Tony Ferguson for his comments about Dana White and the UFC. Tony Ferguson, (26-6 MMA) is scheduled to battle it out in the Octagon with Michael Chandler (22-7 MMA) in a lightweight division bout this coming Saturday, May 7th at UFC 274. During UFC 274 media day yesterday, Ferguson, while initially […]
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Terrance McKinney offers to provide Dave Chappelle with security following recent attack
UFC star Terrance McKinney has offered his support to Dave Chappelle after the comedian was attacked recently. Earlier this week, popular comedian Dave Chappelle was attacked on stage by a man who possessed a replica gun and knife. There’s been an outpouring of support for Dave in the days following what went down at the […]
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Luke Rockhold vs. Paulo Costa and Thiago Santos vs. Jamahal Hill slated for August UFC events
The UFC is planning two blockbuster light heavyweight showdowns for August – Luke Rockhold vs Paulo Costa and Thiago Santos vs Jamahal Hill. The 205-pound division hasn’t been viewed as one of the promotion’s best for quite some time, even though it’s produced some of the greatest fighters the sport has ever seen. The current […]
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Yoel Romero has one stipulation for a potential fight with Bellator champion Gegard Mousasi
Yoel Romero is interested in taking on Gegard Mousasi in Bellator – but only if the middleweight championship is on the line. While he may be on a four-fight losing streak, Yoel Romero still seems to be one of the most popular figures in mixed martial arts. This weekend, he’ll return to the Bellator cage […]
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UFC champion Aljamain Sterling praises Sean O’Malley for his “genius” approach to the fight game
UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling has praised Sean O’Malley for his approach to the fight game. While neither man is overly popular within the general MMA fanbase, Aljamain Sterling and Sean O’Malley are still two of the most intriguing characters in the bantamweight division. They’ve both enjoyed a lot of success throughout their respective careers […]
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Justin Gaethje responds to recent criticism from Nate Diaz: “I heard he turned down Khabib about 20 times”
Justin Gaethje has responded to the recent criticism he received from Nate Diaz regarding his loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov. Gaethje (23-3 MMA) is set to challenge reigning UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira (32-8 MMA) in the headliner of Saturday’s pay-per-view event in Phoenix. Ahead of the contest, ‘The Highlight’ spoke to Megan Olivi where he […]
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Justin Gaethje doesn’t think Charles Oliveira poses the same threat as Khabib Nurmagomedov: “Once a coward, always a coward”
Justin Gaethje still thinks Charles Oliveira has the “quit” inside him and he plans to prove that at UFC 274. Gaethje is set to face Oliveira in the main event of UFC 274 for the lightweight title and in the lead-up to the fight, many have compared Oliveira to Khabib Nurmagomedov. Yet, for ‘The Highlight’ […]
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Michael Chandler claims he’s “Dana’s favorite fighter” ahead of UFC 274
Michael Chandler says Dana White privilege is real and that is because he is Dana’s favorite fighter. Chandler was a top free agent signing back in 2020 and was the backup fighter for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje before even fighting once in the UFC. After knocking out Dan Hooker in his promotional debut, he […]
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Anderson Silva sounds off on UFC release: “They try to use you and kick you out”
Former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva has discussed his time in the promotion. ‘The Spider’ reigned the UFC’s 185-pound division from 2006 to 2013. After scoring a then-record ten title defenses, he lost the title to Chris Weidman in 2013. Following that loss, it was a bit of a rough skid for Silva. Following his […]
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Cody Garbrandt set to return to bantamweight, meets Rani Yahya in July
Cody Garbrandt will be returning to bantamweight. After dropping down to flyweight at UFC 269, where Garbrandt suffered a first-round TKO loss to Kai Kara-France, the former champ will return to his old stomping grounds. According to MMAFighting, Garbrandt is set to return on July 9 against Rani Yahya. The location of the fight and […]
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Jorge Masvidal verbally agrees to fight Gilbert Burns
UFC welterweight star Jorge Masvidal has verbally agreed to fight Gilbert Burns next. The Brazilian is fresh off a ‘Fight of the Night’ loss with Khamzat Chimaev last month. The bout saw Burns earn tons of praise, as the pushed the Chechen to the limit in the biggest test of his career. Following the contest, […]
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The UFC parts ways with sixteen fighters in latest roster purge
The UFC has parted ways with another sixteen fighters according to recent reports from @UFCRosterWatch on Twitter. It should also be noted that it has not been confirmed if these moves were outright releases or contracts which were not renewed. The sixteen fighters recently removed from the UFC roster are listed below: Welterweight Dean Barry […]
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Kayla Harrison reveals she signed to fight Cris Cyborg before PFL matched Bellator’s offer: “I’m not scared”
PFL lightweight Kayla Harrison has revealed just how close she was to going to Bellator. The former PFL lightweight tournament champion is set to face Marina Mokhnatkina this weekend at PFL 3. The bout is set to be the return to the promotion for Harrison, but it nearly didn’t happen. Following her win over Taylor […]
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Donald Cerrone brought to tears when discussing his son being at his fight: “He finally knows what I do”
UFC lightweight Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone has discussed the importance of his fight at UFC 274. The 39-year-old has slowed down a bit over the last few years. Once known as the most active fighter on the roster, Cerrone only had one fight in 2021. That bout being a loss to Alex Morono last May. Cerrone […]
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Tony Ferguson blasts “drug dealer” Dana White over his mistreatment: “I’ll kick this Dana White boy’s ass”
Tony Ferguson does not like the way he has been treated by the UFC. Ferguson is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 274 against Michael Chandler in his first fight since last May. He’s currently on a three-fight losing streak and has been vocal about fighters like Chandler getting “Dana White privilege” and […]
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Dana White views Donald Cerrone vs. Joe Lauzon at UFC 274 as a loser leaves town match: “Loser probably packs it up and rides off into the sunset”
UFC President, Dana White, views Donald Cerrone vs Joe Lauzon at UFC 274 as a loser leaves town match. It will be Donald Cerrone (36-16 MMA) vs Joe Lauzon (28-16 MMA) in the lightweight bout at UFC 274 this coming Saturday, May 7th at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Cerrone, 39, with a gloomy […]
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Sean Strickland takes aim at Pat ‘The Predator’ Barry for his relationship with Rose Namajunas
Sean Strickland is taking aim at Pat ‘The Predator’ Barry for his relationship with Rose Namajunas. Pat Barry, 42, announced his retirement from MMA back in 2014 and is currently coaching at the 303 Training Center in Westminster, Colorado. It just so happens that Rose Namajunas, 29, (12-4 MMA) also trains at that same location. […]
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Julian Lane says he has “nothing to lose” against David Mundell at BKFC 25, casts doubt on a rematch with Mike Perry
Julian Lane is making a quick turnaround and jumping up in weight to do it. Lane is set to face David Mundell at BKFC 25 and is moving up a weight class to do so. Julian says he wanted a quick turnaround after his loss to Mike Perry and he got his wish. “It’s a […]
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UFC 274 | Pro fighters make their picks for Charles Oliveira vs. Justin Gaethje title fight
In the main event of UFC 274, the lightweight title is up for grabs as Charles Oliveira looks to defend his strap for the second time against Justin Gaethje. Heading into the fight, Oliveira is a -188 favorite on FanDuel while the challenger is a +152 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to […]
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UFC 274 | Pro fighters make their picks for Rose Namajunas vs. Carla Esparza 2 title fight
In the co-main event of UFC 274 Rose Namajunas is looking to defend her strawweight title as she rematches Carla Esparza after seven-and-a-half years. Heading into the fight, Namajunas is a -220 favorite on FanDuel while the challenger is a +176 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their […]
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Anthony Smith set to return at UFC 277 opposite Magomed Ankalaev
Anthony Smith is set to return to the Octagon at UFC 277 opposite Magomed Ankalaev. The two fighters have agreed to meet on July 30, 2022 at UFC 277 for a potential No. 1 contender’s bout for the light heavyweight division. Multiple insiders with knowledge of the promotion’s plan have confirmed the news (first reported […]
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Shu-Ki Fita #16: BN.87
INTRODUCING BN.87 BN.87 is a SINGLE model built exclusively from Air Jordan XIV’s. Its construction is TOE-DOWN and SOLE-to-SOLE. His Primary Color is BLACK (COMMON) and his Accent Color is RED (RARE). View BN.87’s page here. DID YOU KNOW? “Mirroring” is one of the randomized elements that determine how a Shu-Ki portrait is constructed. Mirroring […]
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Daniel Cormier goes to bat for Tony Ferguson ahead of UFC 274: “He ain’t losing to bums”
Daniel Cormier is going to bat for Tony Ferguson ahead of UFC 274. Yes, UFC 274 will take place this coming Saturday, May 7, 2022, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. On the card will be Tony Ferguson (26-6 MMA) vs Michael Chandler (22-7 MMA) in the lightweight bout. Ferguson, ‘El Cucuy’ is coming […]
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Chael Sonnen defends Conor McGregor amidst recent cheating accusations: “There’s a lot of rules out there, but there’s really only 3 big ones”
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has said that he doesn’t believe Conor McGregor is a cheater in the midst of recent allegations. While he may be a former two-weight UFC champion, it’s safe to say that not everyone is a huge fan of Conor McGregor. Whether it be due to his larger than life personality or […]
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Kayla Harrison sends a warning to media following Julianna Pena’s “tomato cans” diss: “Listen, you and the media need to be careful”
Kayla Harrison has sent a warning to Julianna Pena in the wake of recent criticism from the UFC bantamweight champion. While she may have re-signed with PFL, Kayla Harrison is still keeping her options open when it comes to seeking out new opponents. She’ll be getting back to action this weekend when taking on Marina […]