Archives for June 2017

The UFC brought in Cris Cyborg to continue to fight for Invicta FC as she slowly dropped weight, with the idea that she would have a superfight with the then seemingly unbeatable Ronda Rousey. That weight cut proved to be … Continue reading →

UFC heavyweight Travis Browne too recently made a comparison between life and fighting, with the former again being tougher. On April 20th, Browne proposed to former bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey and he said it was more nerve-wracking than fighting in … Continue reading →

The UFC has been notified by USADA of a potential anti-doping violation by Nick Diaz. The fighter accumulated three “whereabouts failures” within a one-year period, which has triggered a provisional suspension pending a full adjudication process. As a contracted fighter, Diaz is required … Continue reading →

In a sport that prides itself on being “As real as it gets,” Nick Diaz really is as real as it gets. A massive favorite among the hardcore MMA fanbase, Diaz has not fought in well over two years. Diaz’s last … Continue reading →

Michael Chiesa has appealed his submission loss to Kevin Lee in at UFC Fight Night 112 with the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission. OSAC executive director Joe Miller confirmed that the commission was in receipt of the appeal letter. Chiesa was in … Continue reading →

Make that three championship matches at UFC 214 this July, as Tyron Woodley defends his welterweight belt vs. Demian Maia. BREAKING: Tyron Woodley confirms that he defend his welterweight title vs. Demian Maia at UFC 214! Details here… https://t.co/5BukKCCjPy — FOX Sports: UFC (@UFCONFOX) June 28, … Continue reading →

UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor boxes Floyd Mayweather on August 26; it is believed ‘Notorious’ will make around $75 million. Many fans, teammates, and even UFC president Dana White have speculated that with that kind of money, he might never … Continue reading →

In the latest UFC Rankings Report, Forrest Griffin and Matt Parrino break down the changes in the rankings, including lightweight Kevin Lee’s jump to No. 7 and Felice Herrig’s move up to No. 10 at 115 pounds. WOMEN’S STRAWWEIGHT Champion : Joanna Jedrzejczyk 1 … Continue reading →

Earlier this month Ontario passed Order in Council 1087-2017 designating exactly which amateur sports are legal and how they are to be governed in the Province. In short, Ontario designated that the following amateur combative sports are legal (notably Mixed Martial Arts is … Continue reading →

UFC 214 on July 29 in Anaheim, California is shaping up to be an extraordinary card, with three title fights. Light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier will defend his title against Jon Jones. Cristiane Justino and Tonya Evinger will fight for … Continue reading →

In the craziest fight cancellation since Kevin Randleman slipped on pipes backstage and knocked himself out of the UFC 24 title defense with Pedro Rizzo, on Friday, August 29, 2014 Nova Uniao fighter Renan Barao fainted and hit his head while … Continue reading →

he rumored fight between surging UFC heavyweight Francis Ngannou and former champion Junior dos Santos is now official for UFC 215 on September 9, 2017 at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta. Ilir Latifi vs. Tyson Pedro at light heavyweight was also confirmed at UFC 215. No … Continue reading →

Donald Cerrone is injured and a much-anticipated fight with Robbie Lawler at UFC 213 will be delayed. Cerrone revealed the cause was a blood infection; it almost certainly means Cowboy will not be able to fight on July 8. “Let everyone … Continue reading →

On July 7 UFC strawweight Michelle ‘The Karate Hottie’ Waterson will join brave fighters Jon Jones, Ronda Rousey, and Miesha Tate, among others, who have appeared nude on ESPN’s The Body Issue. Waterson, 31, spoke to ESPN reporter Morty Ain about the shoot, briefly excerpted … Continue reading →

The greatest fighter in women’s mixed martial arts, Cris Cyborg, and two-time Olympic gold medalist in boxing Claressa Shields recently sparred in Los Angeles. Cyborg brought ‘T-Rex’ into her gym in preparation for her featherweight title fight at UFC 214 … Continue reading →

Las Vegas – UFC® today announced a new partnership with Performance Inspired™ that establishes the brand as the “Official Sports Supplement” of UFC. With this partnership, Performance Inspired will supply its line of sports products to the UFC Performance Institute at the “Performance … Continue reading →

If you are a fighter and make a mistake, the consequences are vast. You lose. If you are lucky it was a submission; maybe you get knocked out and have a concussion. You lose half your pay. Your next fight … Continue reading →

Boxing and MMAare undoubtedly two very different combat sports and fighting systems. To completely adopt a traditional boxing stance, or rely only on boxing as a fighter in the sport of MMA, would definitely not be the best approach. It … Continue reading →

UFC Fight Night Oklahoma City from the Chesapeake Energy Arena featured a decent main event between Kevin Lee (16-2) and Michael Chiesa (14-3) that was very controversial While the card wasn’t necessarily stacked, it produced some solid fights, but will most … Continue reading →

Conor McGregor and Demetrious Johnson have both picked up ESPY nominations, ESPN announced recently. McGregor, the reigning UFC lightweight champion who will face Floyd Mayweather on August 26 in a boxing match, is up for three awards. “Notorious” is in the running to … Continue reading →

The end result was what Kevin Lee wanted, but not necessarily how it all came about.  Lee earned a first round submission victory over Michael Chiesa Sunday night in the main event of UFC Fight Night 112. After locking up a rear-naked choke, Lee … Continue reading →

The official fight poster for UFC 214 has been revealed with the tag line “Once And For All” attached to it. The July card features Daniel Cormier defending his light heavyweight title vs. Jon Jones from Anaheim and the Honda Center.

In his first attempt at Bellator gold, Ryan Bader won the light heavyweight title with a split decision over Phil Davis Saturday night in the main event of Bellator 180. The card aired live on Spike from Madison Square Garden, serving as the warm-up … Continue reading →

A grudge match years in the making is set to go down this Saturday night, as Chael Sonnen faces off against Wanderlei Silva at Bellator 180/NYC. The Sonnen-Silva light heavyweight contest headlines the pay-per-view portion of the card from Madison Square Garden … Continue reading →

The Octagon heads to Oklahoma City for a special Sunday treat this weekend with UFC Fight Night 112. Set for the Chesapeake Energy Center, the card features Michael Chiesa and Kevin Lee in the main event on FOX Sports 1. Other planned main card … Continue reading →

Former UFC welterweight champion Matt Hughes was airlifted to a medical facility after the truck he was driving collided with a train Friday morning. The accident occurred just south of Raymond, Illinois, about 12 miles north of Hughes’ home in Hillsboro. According … Continue reading →

The officials at Showtime wasted no time in beginning work on promoting Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather, releasing an official fight poster for the event. Former fighter and current analyst Brian Stann chimed in, adding that he is also excited … Continue reading →

Rose Namajunas’ coach says a title shot is in her near future. Namajunas is coming off a big second-round submission victory over Michelle Waterson. Many feel “Thug” is set for the next shot at Joanna Jedrzejczyk’s Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) women’s bantamweight … Continue reading →

Earlier this week, word began circulating that UFC welterweight contender Demian Maia had declined a title fight with the division’s champion, Tyron Woodley. While it would be easy to discuss the talk as simple rumor, Maia’s most recent opponent, Jorge Masvidal, re-posted … Continue reading →

Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather is no fantasy. McGregor and Mayweather will do battle inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Aug. 26. It’ll be the main event of a Showtime pay-per-view (PPV). Yesterday, an event was marked for … Continue reading →

The Korean Superboy is unfortunately off the UFC 214 card. Word that Doo-Ho Choi was injured broke earlier today, with scheduled opponent Andre Fili confirming the news via Twitter. Choi (14–2) had hoped to rebound against Fili following his thrilling … Continue reading →

Miesha Tate isn’t convinced Bethe Correia is on the same level as Holly Holm. Tate is no stranger to Holm. The two competed for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) women’s bantamweight title back in March 2016. “Cupcake” won the gold … Continue reading →

Wanderlei Silva wouldn’t mind another scrap against Vitor Belfort. Silva and Belfort are renowned Brazilian mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters. Their place in history cannot be denied. Despite the accolades shared between the two, neither of them are ready to … Continue reading →

Mike Goldberg and Mauro Ranallo will join the upcoming announcer and broadcast team for Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs. Silva later this month.  Goldberg will be calling the action with Jimmy Smith, while Ranallo works the desk. The card features Chael Sonnen vs. Wanderlei Silva … Continue reading →

The upcoming UFC Fight Night 112 card has received another lightweight bout, as Johnny Case takes on Tony Martin. Set for next Sunday night from Oklahoma City, the event features Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Lee. Case (22-5) opened his UFC run with four consecutive wins before … Continue reading →

The UFC is quietely sliding themselves back into Asia this weekend with UFC Fight Night 111: Holm vs. Correia. The free on Fight pass event is surprisingly stacked, but equally surprisingly early, with a start time of 4:30 a.m. ET … Continue reading →

Bellator MMA will bring former UFC fighter and Ultimate Fighter competitor Brendan Schaub on-board for an upcoming pre-show to Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs. Silva. The event takes place June 24 and Schaub will co-host alongside Jenn Brown. Below is a press release: Brendan Schaub, … Continue reading →

Mark Hunt kept his standing in the UFC’s heavyweight division intact, finishing Derrick Lewis in the main event Saturday night of UFC Fight Night 110. After the two big men battled for three-plus rounds, Hunt put together a finishing flurry that forced … Continue reading →

Former UFC flyweight contenders Henry Cejudo and Wilson Reis have been added to UFC 216. Set for Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on September 9, the pay-per-view has yet to receive a main event. Cejudo is coming off a pair of losses, including a defeat … Continue reading →

Frank Camacho has agreed to replace Jonathan Meunier and fight Li Jingliang next Saturday night at UFC Fight Night 111. The event takes place from Singapore, with all of the fights airing live on UFC Fight Pass beginning at 4:30 a.m. ET. Camacho (20-4) … Continue reading →

Jason Knight has agreed to replace Chan Sung Jung and face Ricardo Lamas next month at UFC 214. Set for the Honda Center in Anaheim, the card features Daniel Cormier defending his light heavyweight title against Jon Jones. Knight (17-2) has reeled … Continue reading →

Victory No. 11 in a row will be one Max Holloway never forgets, as the proud Hawaiian became the unified UFC featherweight champion with a third round finish over Jose Aldo Saturday night at UFC 212. “Blessed” won the interim belt when he bested … Continue reading →

Rashad Evans will give middleweight another try, as the former UFC light heavyweight champion takes on Sam Alvey at UFC Fight Night 114. Set for August 5 from Mexico City, the card features Sergio Pettis vs. Brandon Moreno in a key flyweight battle. Evans … Continue reading →

Max Holloway ventured into enemy territory and came out a winner, finishing Jose Aldo in the third round at UFC 212 Saturday night. Holloway, who won the interim title vs. Anthony Pettis, stopped Aldo to become the undisputed champion. The event took place … Continue reading →

Former UFC female bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey will be one coach on the new version of “Battle of the Network Stars.” The series airs on ABC Thursday, June 29 at 9 p.m. ET and goes for 10 weeks. Rousey will coach opposite DeMarcus Ware. … Continue reading →

Former Bellator champion Andrey Koreshkov will headline Bellator 182 against Chidi Njokuani, officials announced. Set for August 25 from Verona, New York, the main card airs live on Spike. Below is a press release along with the current fight card: Following Bellator NYC at Madison … Continue reading →

Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs. Silva will be shown in over 300 movie theaters this coming June. The event will air with the help of Fathom Events in select theaters. Below is a press release: One of the year’s biggest combat sports events is headed to the … Continue reading →

The UFC has added kickboxing standout Gokhan Saki to the active roster. Saki (0-1) is likely to compete at the upcoming Rotterdam, Netherlands card in September, as he is a native of the country. A former Dutch and European Muay Thai champion, Saki fought … Continue reading →

A long-rumored heavyweight bout between Travis Browne and Oleksiy Oliynyk for UFC 213 is now official. The two join the lineup for July 8 from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Browne has lost his last three, but recently proposed to Ronda Rousey. … Continue reading →