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Random Drug Testing Results Are In
The California State Athletic Commission has randomly tested both Bellator 131 main event competitors, ahead of this week’s televised event. According to reports, Stephan Bonnar has been tested twice by urine, and Ortiz once. MMAFighting.com has the scoop: Bellator 131 headliners Tito Ortiz and Stephan Bonnar recently passed random urine drug tests administered by the […]
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NO YOU CAN’T! Wanderlei Pulled From Bellator Appearance
Earlier this week, we learned that, Wanderlei Silva had joined the anti-UFC brigade, over at Bellator, and planned an appearance, in San Diego, as part of the Bellator 131 pre-fight build up. That can’t happen. Due to prior contractual obligations, Wanderlei Silva will not be able to participate in #Bellator131‘s pre-promotion this week — Bellator […]
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War Machine Releases Statement From Prison Regarding Suicide Attempt
Since being locked in jail several months ago, War Machine has continued to keep his name in the headlines. First the former Bellator MMA fighter sent a letter to a friend, in which he stated that Christy Mack and her male friend deserved the beating they got. Then some time later the former fighter attempted […]
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Bellator 131’s Mike Richman Looking Forward To “Early TKO Finish” This Saturday
Mich Richman is currently gearing up for his Bellator 131 bout against Nam Phan this Saturday. Leading up to the bout many are wondering how Richman will combat Phan’s exciting brawler-esque style. Richman spoke to MMAJunkie to discuss his gameplan for the bout. “It’s perfect for me to put on one of those types of […]
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King Mo Un-phased By Late Opponent Change
King Mo is currently gearing up for his Bellator 131 bout this Saturday against Joe Vedepo, who was also a guest on BJPENN.com Radio this past week (Listen to that HERE). Mo was originally supposed to fight Tom DeBlass at the event, but after a nasty cut forced DeBlass out of the bout (See that […]
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Wanderlei Silva Helping Bellator Promote Upcoming Show, Attends Bellator 131 Fan Activities
The saying goes ‘The enemy of my enemy is my friend.’ That may be why former UFC fighter Wanderlei Silva is assisting Bellator MMA in promoting their upcoming card, Bellator 131, which runs the same night the UFC is holding UFC 180, this Saturday. Bellator MMA President Scott Coker spoke about Silva’s presence at this […]
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BJPENN.com Radio Replay With Melvin Guillard, Jessica Aguilar, Rafael Lovato Jr., and Joe Vedepo
Last night we had another star studded lineup on BJPENN.com Radio, and in case you missed the episode, you can listen to the show again below! First up was Melvin Guillard, who will be fighting Justin Gaethje for the WSOF championship this weekend at WSOF 15. Next up was Jessica Aguilar, who will be defending […]
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Tito Ortiz Reveals Intricate Plan Used To Lure Stephan Bonnar To Bellator
Former UFC champion Tito Ortiz is set to face multiple time steroid abuser Stephan Bonnar at Bellator 131 this Friday. Leading up to the bout there has been trash talk on both sides, including the infamous scuffle in the cage. Ortiz explained the intricacies of his extravagant plan he used to get Stephan Bonnar to […]
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BJPENN.com Radio With Melvin Guillard, Jessica Aguilar, Rafael Lovato Jr., & Joe Vedepo
LISTEN LIVE HERE! This weeks show is brought to you by Prodigy Gear & All Hawaii Clothing. You can purchase some of the best gear out and show your support for one of the best Mixed Martial Artists of all time at www.bjpenn.com/shop. What are you waiting for, get over to the store and find […]
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California Suspends, Fines Four Bellator 127 Fighters
The California State Athletic Commission has formally suspended, and fined, four Bellator 127 drug test violators for the use of banned substances during competition. Bellator 127 took place on October 3, from the Pechanga Resort & Casino. Ultimate Fighter/UFC vet Rob Emerson (pictured) was fined $2,500.00 and suspended 270 days. Nick Moghaddam was fined $1,000.00 and […]
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Sokoudjou Calls Out Houston Alexander In The Best Way Possible
What better way to call out a fighter than to hold a contest for the best photoshopped image of that fighter? There isn’t one! That’s why Sokoudjou took to the UnderGround to hold a contest for the best photoshopped image of Houston Alexander, who Sokoudjou says has been ducking him for some time now. Check […]
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Joe Vedepo Steps In To Fight King Mo At Bellator 131
After Tom DeBlass withdrew from his Bellator 131 bout against King Mo last week with a nasty cut above his eye (See that HERE) fans were left to wonder who would step in to fight King Mo on less than 2-weeks notice. Bellator announced earlier today that Joe Vedepo has stepped up, and will be […]
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PHOTO | Tito Ortiz Looking Shredded Ahead Of Bonnar Bout
Tito Ortiz posed for a selfie at the gym, and is looking shredded ahead of his Bellator 131 bout against Stephan Bonnar. Who do you have winning this highly anticipated bout?
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Bellator Planning More Motocross Events In The Future
Last month Bellator MMA held an unannounced MMA card, which took place before a motocross event, in which several of the top MotoX riders in the world competed for truck loads of cash. The event was such a success that Bellator plans on holding more MMA-MotoX crossover events in the future. Monster Energy Combat Sports […]
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PHOTOS | Tom DeBlass Suffers Nasty Cut, Out Of Bellator 131 King Mo Bout
Former UFC fighter Tom DeBlass suffered a gruesome cut while training, and as a result is out of his Bellator 131 bout against King Mo, and by the looks of things according to his Tweet, may not fight again. DeBlass apologized to King Mo for having to withdraw from their bout in an extended Tweet: […]
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Bonnar Ready To Serve Up Tito Some Karma
Ahead of his grudge match with Tito Ortiz, UFC Hall-Of-Famer Stephan Bonnar talks about the motivation to serve Ortiz up some Karma.
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Four Bellator 127 Fighters Fail Drug Tests
The DRUG BUG has struck Bellator, and struck it good. The California State Athletic Commission today revealed that, four ‘Bellator 127’ competitors had failed their post-fight drug tests. UFC veteran Rob Emerson got popped for modafinil, a mental focus narcotic. Fernando Gonzalez tested positive for marijuana. Both Nick Moghaddam and Keith Berry failed for elevated […]
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Beltran Does Good By Disabled Teens
Mixed martial arts fighter Joey Beltran is known as a tenacious fighter who doesn’t give up, so students in his kickboxing classes should expect a punishing workout. But at Wednesday morning’s class — where he teaches moderate to severely disabled teens from Vista High School — giggles, dancing and ear-to-ear smiles were just as prevalent […]
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‘Bellator 131: Ortiz vs. Bonnar’ Card Finalized With 12 Bouts
The full card for Bellator 131 has been finalized for one of the biggest events in Bellator history from San Diego’s Valley View Casino Center on Saturday, November 15th live and free on Spike TV. The night will feature one of the biggest grudge matches in the sport as MMA icons clash when Tito “The […]
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“HAS PLANS”
“Basically, Bellator will go once a month for its championship series. And then four times a year, we’ll do a big tentpole event which will be stacked with all the big fighters and will be in big arenas across the country. So that will be a difference.” “A weekly show going around the country from […]
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Bellator MMA: Uncut – Behind-the-Scenes with Emanuel Newton, Marloes Coenen & Dave Jansen
We go behind-the-scenes of Bellator 130 with Light Heavyweight Champion Emanuel Newton, Marloes Coenen after her Bellator MMA debut & Dave Jansen after his defeat over Rick Hawn.
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Paul Daley Gets Visa, Eyeing 2015 Bellator Return
Paul ‘Semtex’ Daley has officially received his visa, and will be looking to make his return to Bellator MMA in 2015. Daley was released by the UFC after punching Josh Koschek after the bout ended, and was given a lifetime ban from the promotion. Since then he has fought for Strikeforce, and fought in several […]
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Scott Coker Unveils Plans For Bellator In 2015
Since Scott Coker took over control of Bellator from Bjorn Rebney earlier this year he has been a busy man, and doesn’t plan on slowing down in the new year. Coker spoke to Heidi Fang of MMAFightCorner to discuss his plans for the promotion in 2015. “Basically, Bellator will go once a month for its […]
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100 Knockouts In Less Than 3 Minutes
We all love brutal knockouts, so with that being said, check out this video of the 100 of the best knockouts in MMA history in less than 3 minutes! Post by www.MMAggregate.com.
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REPLAY! Highlights From Bellator 130
Emanuel Newton defended his Light Heavyweight Championship with a fifth round finish, while Bobby Lashley, Marloes Coenen and Dave Jansen also notched wins in the Bellator cage.
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‘Bellator 130’ Results: Newton Submits Vassell in Round 5, Retains Title
Emanuel Newton made his second Bellator Light Heavyweight Championship defense tonight at “Bellator 130” and it was a successful one. He submitted Linton Vassell in the fifth round to retain his title. Linton Vassell was a fitting challenger, however. He controlled the first and second rounds and threatened to finish the fight multiple times. Throughout […]
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‘Bellator 130’ Results: Lashley Easily Defeats Etherington in Under 2 Minutes
Bobby Lashley remains undefeated in the octagon with a victory over Karl Etherington! The win came by way of TKO in the first round. Etherington had Lashley pressed up against the fence and attempted a judo-throw. The throw did not go as planned, however, as Etherington got tripped up and was the only one on […]
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‘Bellator 130’ Results: Coenen Submits Bucci in Bellator Debut
Marloes Coenen made her Bellator debut tonight at “Bellator 130” and put on a dominating performance against Annalisa Bucci Coenen was dominant in her performance in rounds one and two, but her offense lacked that “fight threatening” feel. Walking into the final round, it felt as if she was simply going to ride out a […]