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After Bo Nickal made a solid comeback at UFC 322 with a head kick over Rodolfo Vieira, everyone thought he would take some rest to figure out what comes next.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30

Bo Nickal vs Yoel Romero: Top prospect booked to face 48-year-old former contender in title bout

UFC middleweight prospect Bo Nickal is set to compete again before 2025 is over. The three-time NCAA Division I wrestler scored a vicious head kick knockout at UFC 322 on November 15.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30

Bo Nickal Lost for Words Ahead of RAF Title Defense Against 'One of the Most Feared Names' in UFC History

Bo Nickal walked out of UFC 322 with the kind of win that shifts momentum overnight: a stunning head-kick knockout, a declaration that he was very much back.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 19

Bo Nickal reveals the big White House-related career decision he’s weighing up after UFC 322

Bo Nickal answered his doubters in brutal fashion at Madison Square Garden. While the main talking point to emerge from UFC 322 surrounds Islam Makhachev dominating Jack Della Maddalena to become welterweight champion, plenty of notable names delivered standout performances on the undercard.

MMA News / HITC / November 19

Bo Nickal’s head kick at UFC 322 sends Rodolfo Vieira and wife to hospital

Rodolfo Vieira has spoken publicly for the first time since his defeat at UFC 322. The Brazilian submission specialist squared off against Bo Nickal in New York on Saturday night.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 18

Bo Nickal’s Teammate Jorge Masvidal Explains Why the Head-Kick Victory at UFC 322 Was No Surprise

Heading into UFC 322, doubts surrounded Bo Nickal, everyone except his teammate, former BMF champion Jorge Masvidal. After facing heavy criticism and enduring a wave of hate, Nickal’s previously undefeated run suffered a setback earlier this year when he experienced the first loss of his career, shaking his confidence to the core.

MMA News / Yardbarker / November 17

Potential matchups for some big names after UFC 322

UFC 322 has come to an end and the massive card at Madison Square Garden lived up to it’s hype. Here’s some potential fights that could be made for the new welterweight champion of the world and more.

Islam Makhachev, Valentina Shevchenko cruise to title wins at UFC 322

MMA News / MMA on SI / November 15

Bo Nickal closes out UFC 322 prelims with incredible one-shot KO

Bo Nickal returned to the win column in emphatic fashion when he closed out the UFC 322 prelims with a huge knockout. The UFC's annual show at Madison Square Garden was as stacked as fans have come to expect, with Nickal closing out the prelims against Rodolfo Vieira before a highly-anticipated main card topped by a pair of championship bouts.

MMA News / Bleacher Report / November 15

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MMA News / Bleacher Report / November 14

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 14

UFC 322 – Bo Nickal vs Rodolfo Vieira: Preview & Betting Tips

The middleweight division gets a fascinating stylistic showdown on the UFC 322 undercard as prospect Bo Nickal meets elite grappler Rodolfo Vieira. Nickal (7-1) enters this bout with a point to prove.

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / November 14

Penn State Wrestler Bo Nickal Calls on Olympic Committee to Add MMA for LA 2028

Bo Nickal has never been shy about seeing bigger stages for the sport he now calls home, and ahead of UFC 322, he found himself discussing something far beyond the usual fight-week banter.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / October 27

Penn State Wrestler Bo Nickal Strikes Back at Criticism Following UFC 322 Announcement

The UFC had high hopes for Bo Nickal, after all, his career before joining the promotion was stellar. Yet, in his fifth fight in the mixed martial arts promotion, reality hit him like a freight train.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 23

'I Was Arrogant' – Bo Nickal Makes Humble Admission Ahead of Comeback Fight at UFC 322

The UFC routinely ushers in waves of new prospects whose pre-UFC resumes and early results create rapid expectations. Among those newer additions is Bo Nickal, a wrestler-turned-middleweight contender whose name entered the promotion with unusual momentum for a debutant.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 16

Bo Nickal Returns After First Pro Defeat

Highly touted middleweight prospect Bo Nickal is set to return to action at UFC 322 in New York on Nov. 15, marking his first fight since suffering the first loss of his MMA career.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 4

Bo Nickal returns after first MMA loss for dangerous next fight at UFC 322

Bo Nickal will reportedly look to rebound from the first loss of his MMA career when he takes on Rodolfo Vieira at UFC 322. Immediately one of the most-hyped

MMA News / 5 GOATs / July 5

Bo Nickal would love rematch with David Taylor in Real American Freestyle

Bo Nickal wouldn’t mind running it back with David Taylor, a former teammate at the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club. The two last squared off at the 2020 Olympic Trials Finals with Taylor winning 4-0 and 6-0 in the best-of-three series.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 3

UFC Middleweight Prospect Signed by Real American Freestyle

Bo Nickal’s next appearance in the world of competitive violence is all set, but it won’t be inside of the fabled UFC Octagon. Nickal, who was defeated by former ONE Championship talent Reinier de Ridder just two short months ago, will be making the trek to the Buckeye State of Ohio on Aug.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 5

Where Are They Now? Penn State Wrestling Legend Bo Nickal’s UFC Journey from NCAA Glory to Octagon Spotlight

The dynasty of Penn State Wrestling over the last decade and a half has produced some all-time great NCAA Wrestlers. During this off-season I am going to do a “Where are they now?” Series on Penn State Grapplers to come up under coach Cael Sanderson.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 8

Former UFC Champion Blasts Bo Nickal's 'Pathetic' Performance, 'This kid is not a fighter'

Retired athletes sometimes express frustration toward rising stars, a sentiment rooted in complex emotions and experiences. After years in the spotlight, stepping away can be tough, leading to feelings of being left behind.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 4

Former Penn State Star Bo Nickal Loses First UFC Bout by TKO

Bo Nickal, the former Penn State wrestling star who began his UFC career with a 7-0 record, sustained a surprising first loss Saturday night at UFC Des Moines.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 4

Reinier de Ridder shatters Bo Nickal's undefeated record in UFC Des Moines upset

Undefeated middleweight Bo Nickal faced the biggest test of his young MMA career when he met Reinier de Ridder in the co-main event for UFC Des Moines.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 1

UFC targeting Bo Nickal – Reinier De Ridder (Report)

The UFC is working on booking a middleweight matchup featuring arguably the division’s top prospect with a ranking on the line. Bo Nickal (7-0) will look to hold onto his perfect professional record as he takes on former two-division ONE champion Reinier De Ridder (19-2).

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / November 17, 2024

Bo Nickal vs. Paul Craig – A Middleweight Showdown

The fight at UFC 309 was an interesting middleweight battle on the main card where undefeated Bo Nickal (6-0) faced off with submission wizard Paul Craig (17-8-1).

MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 15, 2024

Bo Nickal Next Fight: 3 Opponent Options For The Super Prospect’s UFC Return

The Bo Nickal next fight news should arrive soon, until then we look at three possible opponents for his return to the UFC and review his decisive victory at UFC 300.