Jim Miller News
Matt Brown believes he's the "front-runner" to face "f*****g legend" Jim Miller at UFC 300
Cole Shelton - January 15, 2024
Matt Brown has already texted Sean Shelby to try and make the Jim Miller fight at UFC 300. After Miller scored a third-round submission over Gabriel Benitez at UFC Vegas 84 on Saturday, he called out Paul Felder and Matt Brown as potential opponents for UFC 300. Miller has competed at UFC 100 and UFC 200, so Dana White has already promised him a spot on April’s historic UFC 300 fight card.
Jim Miller explains why he prefers to fight Matt Brown over Paul Felder at UFC 300
Chris Taylor - January 13, 2024
Jim Miller is hoping to throw hands with Matt Brown at UFC 300 following his submission victory over Gabriel Benitez on Saturday night. Miller (37-17 MMA) collided with Benitez (23-11 MMA) in the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC Vegas 84 event at the Apex.
UFC Vegas 84 Bonus Report: Jim Miller among four 'POTN' winners
Chris Taylor - January 13, 2024
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 84 event, an 11-bout fight card headlined by Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker 2. The highly anticipated light heavyweight rematch proved to be a coming out party for Magomed Ankalaev. After a close opening round, the Russian standout was able to get the better of Johnny Walker early and often in round two. Ankalaev eventually sent Walker crashing to the canvas with a big combination and promptly finished the fight with a follow up right hand (see that here).
Pros react after Jim Miller stops Gabriel Benitez at UFC Vegas 84
Chris Taylor - January 13, 2024
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 84 event was co-headlined by a lightweight bout featuring Jim Miller taking on Gabriel Benitez. Miller (37-17 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since scoring a 23-second knockout victory over Jesse Butler (see that here) this past June. The New Jersey native had gone 4-1 over his last five Octagon appearances ahead of tonight’s contest, scoring finishes in all four of those wins.
Jim Miller believes he could "kimura" Brock Lesnar after Anthony Smith says that hypothetical fight is 50-50
Cole Shelton - January 10, 2024
Jim Miller is confident he would beat Brock Lesnar in a potential fight. On Wednesday on the Believe You Me podcast, Anthony Smith and Michael Bisping were talking about Jim Miller and potential UFC 300 opponents. Out of the blue, Lesnar’s name got brought up and Smith claimed that the fight would be 50/50 despite the massive size difference. Smith argued that Miller could catch Lesnar with a submission, but avoiding the power shots on the feet would be questionable.
Anthony Smith explains why Brock Lesnar vs. Jim Miller is a 50/50 fight
Josh Evanoff - January 10, 2024
UFC light-heavyweight contender Anthony Smith doesn’t sound so hot on a Brock Lesnar return. Over the last few months, there have been murmurs of a return to the octagon for the WWE superstar. Brock Lesnar hasn’t competed since a decision win over Mark Hunt in July 2016. However, that hasn’t stopped fans from speculating that he could return in April, at the historic milestone event, UFC 300.
Jim Miller expects to "overwhelm" Gabriel Benitez at UFC Vegas 84, has an "inclination" of who he will fight at UFC 300
Cole Shelton - January 9, 2024
Jim Miller always wanted to fight one more time before UFC 300. For years, Miller has been vocal that he wants to compete at UFC 300, given he has competed at both UFC 100 and 200. However, many were surprised when Miller was booked to fight at UFC Vegas 84 on Jan. 13, exactly three months before the historic event.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 149 with Jim Miller, Mario Bautista, and Marcus McGhee
Cole Shelton - January 9, 2024
The 149th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Vegas 84, which is the first event of 2024. We’re first joined by UFC lightweight Jim Miller (1:33). Next, UFC bantamweight Mario Bautista (17:24) comes on. Closing out the program is UFC bantamweight Marcus McGhee (25:21).
Dana White responds to Jim Miller’s request to fight at UFC 300: “Consider that done”
Susan Cox - December 13, 2023
Dana White has responded to Jim Miller’s request to fight at UFC 300. Jim Miller (36-17 MMA) is eager to be included in the UFC’s historic 300th pay-per-view event in April of 2024.
Jim Miller calls for UFC 300 fight with Matt Brown: "That'd be an awesome one"
Josh Evanoff - July 3, 2023
Lightweight contender Jim Miller would love to face Matt Brown at UFC 300 next year. ‘A10’ has been out of the cage since his clash with Jesse Butler last month at UFC Vegas 74. Predictably, Jim Miller scored the knockout victory over the short-notice replacement. Following the win, the lightweight again discussed the possibility of fighting at UFC 300.
Daniel Cormier reacts to backlash after proclaiming that Jim Miller isn't a UFC Hall of Famer: "I'm not wrong"
Josh Evanoff - June 12, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has responded to backlash over recent comments regarding Jim Miller. ‘A-10’ returned to the octagon earlier this month at UFC Vegas 74. There, Miller faced short-notice replacement Jesse Butler, who was making his promotional debut. Unsurprisingly, the longtime UFC lightweight contender squared a knockout win, just seconds into the first round.
Daniel Cormier explains why he doesn’t feel Jim Miller is worthy of the UFC Hall of Fame: "I just don’t feel like time served puts you in"
Susan Cox - June 8, 2023
Daniel Cormier is explaining why he doesn’t feel Jim Miller is worthy of being inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Cormier, himself a member of the 2022 UFC Hall of Fame and two-division UFC champion, believes Jim Miller, although a veteran in the UFC, is not necessarily a candidate to get Hall of Fame accolades.
UFC Vegas 74 Results: Jim Miller KO's Jesse Butler (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 3, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC Vegas 74 results, including the lightweight contest between Jim Miller and Jesse Butler. Miller (35-17 MMA) will enter the bout looking to rebound, this after dropping a decision to Alexander Hernandez in his most recent effort back in February. Prior to that setback, the 39-year-old had put together a three-fight winning streak.
Jim Miller receives new opponent for Saturday’s UFC Vegas 74 event after Jared Gordon was forced to withdraw
Harry Kettle - June 2, 2023
Jim Miller has received a brand new opponent this weekend after Jared Gordon was forced to withdraw from their contest. When it comes to legendary figures in mixed martial arts, Jim Miller is up there with the best of them. He’s been around the block more than a few times, holding several records along the way. The 39-year-old has the most wins in UFC history and in addition to that, has fought for the promotion more so than anyone else.
Jim Miller admits he is surprised that Jared Gordon accepted a fight with him at UFC Vegas 74 after being knocked out in April
Cole Shelton - May 31, 2023
Jim Miller says he was close to not fighting at UFC Vegas 74. Miller was originally slated to face L’udovit Klein at Saturday’s event, but the Slovak was forced out of the contest due to an injury. Jim was then offered a couple of different opponents, but nothing came to fruition until Jared Gordon accepted the scrap. Had Gordon not taken it, Miller says he likely would have just delayed the Klein fight.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 124 with Randy Couture, Jim Miller, and Daniel Pineda
Cole Shelton - May 30, 2023
The 124th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live ahead of UFC Vegas 74 this weekend and to talk Francis Ngannou’s signing with the PFL. We’re first joined by UFC Hall of Famer and PFL commentator Randy Couture (1:11). Next, UFC lightweight Jim Miller (20:49) comes on. Closing out the program is UFC featherweight Daniel Pineda (40:31).
UFC 276 Results: Jim Miller stops Donald Cerrone in Round 2 (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 2, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 276 event features a welterweight contest between veteran fighters Donald Cerrone and Jim Miller. The bout will serve as a rematch as the pair previously collided in 2014, with ‘Cowboy’ emerging victorious by way of knockout.
Jim Miller doesn't view Donald Cerrone fight as a rematch, plans to "just go in there and fight" at UFC 276: "I'm confident I can get the W this time"
Cole Shelton - June 28, 2022
Jim Miller doesn’t view his UFC 276 fight against Donald Cerrone as a true rematch. Miller was originally supposed to fight Bobby Green on July 2, but just over a week out it was revealed that Green was out and Cerrone had stepped up on short notice. The fight will also take place at welterweight and for Miller, he’s just happy he got a fight.