Dana White says it’s still possible that Khabib Nurmagomedov could return in September but he won’t rush things. Nurmagomedov hasn’t had a bout since Sept. 2019. The UFC lightweight champion …read more
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Dana White says it’s still possible that Khabib Nurmagomedov could return in September but he won’t rush things. Nurmagomedov hasn’t had a bout since Sept. 2019. The UFC lightweight champion …read more
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UFC president Dana White says it’s still possible Khabib Nurmagomedov fights in September following the death of his father Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov, the UFC lightweight champion, is set to take …read more
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Manager Ali Abdelaziz took to social media this afternoon to shutdown reports that his client Khabib Nurmagomedov has retired from MMA. The reigning and undefeated UFC lightweight champion, Nurmagomedov (28-0 …read more
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ABU DHABI – MMA lost one of its most respected figures last week when Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and the patriarch of the sport …read more
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UFC president Dana White said he feels horrible for lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov after the passing of his father. UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov …read more
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The UFC brass will not be rushing Khabib Nurmagomedov’s return to the Octagon. Nurmagomedov is the UFC lightweight champion. He’s due for a showdown with interim titleholder Justin Gaethje. Nurmagomedov …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
Khabib Nurmagomedov undoubtedly has a lot on his mind right now in the wake of the tragic death of his father, and the UFC won’t …read more
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Surging Russian contender Petr Yan will look to follow in the footsteps of his fellow countryman Khabib Nurmagomedov as he bids to capture UFC championship gold at his first attempt.
Yan …read more
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Petr Yan addresses Henry Cejudo bowing out as the UFC bantamweight champion and the death of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father ahead of his championship fight with Jose Aldo for the vacant …read more
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ABU DHABI – Following in the footsteps of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier, former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway will auction off his UFC 251 fight kit for charity after …read more
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Per Haljestam-USA TODAY Sports
For Dustin Poirier, dealing Khabib Nurmagomedov’s his first loss is far more significant than getting even with Conor McGregor. At this point in his career, …read more
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Daniel Cormier feels uncertain about Khabib Nurmagomedov’s career after the latter’s recent family tragedy. UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov always …read more
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Conor McGregor is aware of Dustin Poirier’s comments on preferring a rematch with Khabib Nurmagomedov. Poirier has shared the Octagon with both the “Notorious” one and “The Eagle.” Poirier was …read more
Source:: MMANews
Dustin Poirier would prefer a rematch with Khabib Nurmagomedov over a rematch with Conor McGregor, even if there was no UFC title on the line. Poirier fought McGregor in the …read more
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Dustin Poirier is out to make history.
Poirier (26-6 MMA, 18-5 UFC), who’s competed against the best lightweights in the sport, has very few blemishes on his record.
Since making his pro …read more
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Tony Ferguson has sent kind words Khabib Nurmagomedov’s way following the death of Abdulmanap. Khabib’s father passed away on July 3 at the age of 57. Abdulmanap suffered from complications …read more
Source:: MMANews
Dustin Poirier returned to the Octagon last weekend for the first time since suffering a submission loss to reigning lightweight kingpin Khabib Nurmagomedov. Poirier was matched up with streaking lightweight …read more
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Umar Nurmagomedov and Tagir Ulanbekov have cancelled their trips to “Fight Island.” Two of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s teammates have cancelled their flights to …read more
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Former two division UFC champion Daniel Cormier sent his good friend and training partner Khabib Nurmagomedov a lengthy message following the death of his father Abdulmanap. Earlier today the tragic …read more
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Tony Ferguson has his differences with Khabib Nurmagomedov, but those were put aside for a show of respect after the death of the UFC lightweight champion’s father on Friday.
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, …read more
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Tony Ferguson has offered his condolences to Khabib Nurmagomedov following the passing of his father, Abdulmanap. It was revealed on Friday that Abdulmanap, who was just 57-years-old, passed away due …read more
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Despite their bitter rivalry, former dual-division champion Conor McGregor on Friday offered his condolences on the loss of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father.
Khabib and McGregor have a sordid past …read more
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Conor McGregor has a long, storied rivalry with the Nurmagomedov family.
On Friday, news surfaced that family patriarch Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, died in Moscow following …read more
Source:: MMAJunkie
Conor McGregor is aware of the passing of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father and has weighed in on the loss. Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov fell ill from complications of COVID-19. While Abdulmanap made progress …read more
Source:: MMANews
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov was respected not only as the dad and coach of his famous son, but for his impact on MMA in general. …read more
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Conor McGregor has issued a brief statement on the death of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of his arch nemesis Khabib Nurmagomedov. Abdulmanap died in a Moscow hospital this week, succumbing …read more
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov was respected not only as the dad and coach of his famous son, but for his impact on MMA in general. …read more
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has paid his respects to the Nurmagomedov family.
According to a report by RT Sport on Friday, the Russian president called UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov to …read more
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Interim UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has sent kind words Khabib Nurmagomedov’s way during this difficult time. Khabib’s father, Abdulmanap, passed away at the age of 57. Abdulmanap couldn’t recover …read more
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father and trainer of UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov who was diagnosed with coronavirus in May and had also undergone heart surgery, has died. …read more
Source:: ESPN
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov to offer his condolences on the passing of Khabib’s father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.
Abdulmanap was hospitalized with pneumonia-like symptoms in …read more
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Justin Gaethje has sent a warm message to his next opponent, UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, whose father Abdulmanap passed away this week. Abdulmanap died in a Moscow hospital this …read more
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There was an outpouring of support for Khabib Nurmagomedov on Friday following the passing of his father. Among the first to issue his condolences was upcoming opponent Justin Gaethje.
Khabib’s father, …read more
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov passed away last night following complications from the coronavirus. He was 57 years old. Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father and …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father and coach of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, has died at 57 years old. See how the MMA world reacted to …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, has passed away from complications stemming from his contracting COVID-19. Abdulmanap was 57 years of age.
Abdulmanap was hospitalized with pneumonia-like symptoms in …read more
Source:: MMAWeekly
Conor McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh has responded to the news of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov’s passing. RT Sport reported that Abdulmanap, father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, passed away at the …read more
Source:: MMANews
The father of Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and a prominent figure in combat sports in his native Dagestan has passed away in Moscow at age 57. …read more
Source:: Sherdog
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, has died at …read more
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, has died at 57. The renowned trainer, who also coached a number of other combat sports notables, passed away …read more
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, father of UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, has died, according to reports emanating from Russia Friday morning. He was 57 years old.
In April Nurmagomedov Sr. was initially admitted to …read more
Source:: MMAJunkie
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, has died COVID-19 complications. He was 57 years old. News of Nurmagomedov’s death was first reported by Russian news …read more
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Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier is still confident that he has what it takes to dethrone undefeated 155lbs champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. ‘The Diamond’ and ‘The Eagle’ originally squared …read more
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Jazwares launches collectible action figure line featuring UFC champion fighters Donald Cerrone, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones, Conor McGregor, Daniel Cormier, and Max Holloway. | Jazwares
It didn’t work for …read more
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UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov was reportedly Russia’s “most successful” celebrity or athlete under 40 with $16.5 million earned in 2019-2020. Forbes reported that Nurmagomedov totaled $16.5 million in earnings …read more
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Following a disheartening third-round submission loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov in a lightweight championship bout at UFC 242, Dustin Poirier endured the longest layoff of his professional MMA career. …read more
Source:: Sherdog
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Dustin Poirier gives his take on the upcoming lightweight title bout between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje. Dustin Poirier is going to be …read more
Source:: BloodyElbow
Dustin Poirier doesn’t have a favorite going into the UFC lightweight title unification bout between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje. Nurmagomedov holds the UFC lightweight championship, while Gaethje is the …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
Any time the lightweight title is on the line, Dustin Poirier has a vested interest but he’ll be keeping a very close eye on the …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
Jorge Masvidal says he has interest in a bout with Khabib Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov is the UFC lightweight champion. He’s targeting a return to the Octagon in September. If all goes …read more
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UFC welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal says he’s interested in a potential fight with UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. Masvidal discussed the possibility of a fight with Nurmagomedov during a Q&A …read more
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Jorge Masvidal has been locked in a war with the UFC over negotiating his next fight, but said recently that he’d be willing to return to lightweight for the challenge …read more
Source:: MMAWeekly
Conor McGregor continues to make things personal with Khabib Nurmagomedov’s family. It’s no secret that things have gotten ugly between McGregor and the Nurmagomedov family. “The Eagle” submitted McGregor back …read more
Source:: MMANews
Despite his recent retirement announcement the beef between Conor McGregor and UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov remains alive and well. ‘Notorious’ and ‘The Eagle’ collided for the promotions lightweight world …read more
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Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov still isn’t out of the woods when it comes to his ongoing health battle. The father and trainer of the UFC lightweight champion was hospitalized …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
The biggest test of Dan Hooker‘s career awaits on Saturday night when he faces former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier in the main event of …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
Despite being COVID-19-free, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov is still in intensive care, says his son, UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Every day, Khabib visits Abdulmanap, who remains hooked up to machines and cannot …read more
Source:: MMAJunkie
The renowned coach claims that Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father, Abdulmanap, has recovered from his COVID-19 diagnosis but remains in hospital due to complications from heart surgery. Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov — …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
Alexander Volkanovski won the UFC featherweight championship with an immaculate performance against Max Holloway at UFC 245. “The Great” will have to do it again …read more
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UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski thinks he’d give lightweight title holder Khabib Nurmagomedov a run for his money. Volkanovski and Nurmagomedov are on different paths, at least in the immediate …read more
Source:: MMANews
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski said that he is open to a superfight against UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. Volkanovski is set to defend his belt against former champ Max …read more
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Good thing Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) doesn’t plan on booking Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje until later this year, because “The Highlight” was recently sidelined with a nasty cut below …read more
Source:: MMAMania
Justin Gaethje’s preparation for his UFC lightweight title unification bout with Khabib Nurmagomedov is underway, and the interim champ already has a war wound to show for it.
Gaethje (22-2 MMA, …read more
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Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Current Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) interim Lightweight champion, Justin Gaethje, is in line to face division champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov, later this year in a highly-anticipated …read more
Source:: MMAMania
Justin Gaethje has been practicing his wrestling ahead of his fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov and has suffered a nasty cut in the process. Gaethje, who is expected to battle Nurmagomedov …read more
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Justin Gaethje is confident his first title defense will be against Conor McGregor, should Gaethje dethrone reigning champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. Justin Gaethje has had …read more
Source:: BloodyElbow
Tony Ferguson brutalized Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone at UFC 238 to earn his shot at UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 249. The title fight never happened, as the match-up …read more
Source:: MMAWeekly
Justin Gaethje has a fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov in his future, but if he becomes the undisputed lightweight king, a date with Conor McGregor could loom. …read more
Source:: Sherdog
Well-known MMA manager, Ali Abdelaziz has suggested two high-profile bouts for Conor McGregor. Abdelaziz, who manages UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and interim champion Justin Gaethje, has insisted that only …read more
Source:: MMANews
Khabib Nurmagomedov | Esther Lin/MMAFIGHTING
After an initial run of “Fight Island” events in Abu Dhabi, UFC President Dana White expects a title unifier between champ Khabib Nurmagomedov and …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
Umar Nurmagomedov (12-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC), cousin of the well-known UFC lightweight undisputed champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, is finally set for his big stage debut. Welcoming Nurmagomedov into the Octagon is …read more
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UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, has been in the hospital for the past couple of months dealing with issues that put him in critical condition. He has …read more
Source:: MMAWeekly
UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov is making sure his fans are well acquainted with his next opponent, Justin Gaethje. At this stage, most fight fans who haven’t been living under …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, father and coach of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, was hospitalized last month with a serious heart condition. According to reports, Abdulmanap underwent …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
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A Lightweight title unification bout between division king, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and interim title holder, Justin Gaethje, is reportedly being targeted for September 19, 2020. …read more
Source:: MMAMania
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, is making positive progress after being hospitalized in Moscow last month. …read more
Source:: Sherdog
UFC superstar Khabib Nurmagomedov’s father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, is “progressing” in a Moscow hospital, his manager told ESPN on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Khabib Nurmagomedov has been training regularly for an anticipated fight …read more
Source:: ESPN
Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje will unify the lightweight at UFC 253 on September 19. Combate was first to report the news of the fight being targeted for the event. …read more
Source:: MMANews
Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
If Conor McGregor wants to wait to fight the winner of the lightweight title unification fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje, it appears that …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
UFC president Dana White is sticking to his belief that Conor McGregor should wait for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje to play out. Back in May, Gaethje went one-on-one with …read more
Source:: MMANews
Dana White believes Conor McGregor should wait to fight the winner of Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje for his next scrap. Ever since McGregor knocked out Donald Cerrone in 40 …read more
Source:: BJPenn.com
Justin Gaethje believes he knows what he must do to dethrone Khabib Nurmagomedov. Gaethje is set for a UFC lightweight title unification bout with Nurmagomedov later this year. “The Highlight” …read more
Source:: MMANews
New UFC interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has a huge task on his hands: defeat undefeated lightweight king Khabib Nurmagomedov. Speaking on a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience, …read more
Source:: BJPenn.com
MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz has labeled the MMA media as the “weakest people on earth”. The Dominance MMA boss—responsible for athletes such as Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justing Gaethje—has called out …read more
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Justin Gaethje has his eyes on the champ and no one else.
The UFC interim lightweight champion wants to unify his title with the promotion’s undisputed 155-pound champion Khabib Nurmagomedov more …read more
Source:: MMAJunkie
Another member of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s team has been added to the UFC roster.
Russian flyweight Tagir Ulanbekov, a training partner of the UFC lightweight champion, has signed with the promotion. The …read more
Source:: MMAJunkie
UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov recently took a moment to reflect on his jaw-droppingly dominant victory over Abel Trujillo, which occurred seven years ago today, at UFC 160. Nurmagomedov defeated …read more
Source:: BJPenn.com
Conor McGregor has explained why he doesn’t consider the lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov, to be one of the GOATs of MMA. Last week, the Irish superstar ranked top MMA fighters, …read more
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UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones thanked UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov for backing him up in his GOAT feud with Conor McGregor. On Saturday, McGregor posted a list of …read more
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Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
Conor McGregor started a global debate on Saturday that began with fans and media members before making its way to the fighters—including a pair of …read more
Source:: MMAFighting
The topic of MMA GOAT rankings was brought up by Conor McGregor today and spawned reactions from Jon Jones, Nate Diaz and Khabib Nurmagomedov. McGregor had released his current “GOAT …read more
Source:: BJPenn.com
Conor McGregor’s “GOAT thread” on Twitter was the talk of the MMA world Saturday, and it ruffled the feathers of some key rivals.
McGregor ranked his top four MMA fighters of …read more
Source:: MMAJunkie
The trend of fellow fighters unloading on Conor McGregor for his recent MMA GOAT rankings continued this evening with Khabib Nurmagomedov. The promotions undefeated lightweight world champion, Nurmagomedov (28-0 MMA), …read more
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Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, the father of UFC lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov, has been put into a medically induced coma in Moscow. The news was confirmed by the champion’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz …read more
Source:: BJPenn.com