Category: MMA News

  • Chael Sonnen: ‘I took everything in the world that you can’t take!’

    Chael Sonnen: ‘I took everything in the world that you can’t take!’

    Former UFC title contender Chael Sonnen is being completely honest regarding his recent drug testing done by USADA. With his two-year suspension complete after testing positive for multiple banned substances in 2014, “The American Gangster” says that he is still unsure if his recent test results will come out clean. “If I pass this first […]

  • Holly Holm: ‘I think I just need to believe in myself a little more’

    Holly Holm: ‘I think I just need to believe in myself a little more’

    Following her loss to Valentina Shevchenko on Saturday night, Holly Holm is now on a two-fight losing streak after being the champion of the UFC women’s bantamweight division. Holm spoke with the media in the post-fight press conference following her loss and says that she knows she is capable of performing better than how she […]

  • VIDEO | John Kavanagh unsure if Conor McGregor will defend his featherweight belt

    VIDEO | John Kavanagh unsure if Conor McGregor will defend his featherweight belt

    https://youtu.be/bFGU7_BCKPU UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor is scheduled for a non-title welterweight rematch with Nate Diaz at UFC 202 on August 20. With the fight being McGregor’s second fight in a row at 170 pounds, people are questioning if “The Notorious” will ever make it back down to 145 pounds to defend his featherweight title […]

  • Urijah Faber questions if PED use could end up leading to ‘attempted murder’ charges

    Urijah Faber questions if PED use could end up leading to ‘attempted murder’ charges

    UFC bantamweight contender Urijah Faber prides himself on being a clean fighter. With all the buzz of UFC stars Jon Jones and Brock Lesnar being flagged for Anti-Doping Policy violations, Faber questioned what it could lead to if something devastating were to happen in a fight. For instance, Michael Page recently crushed Evangelista Santos with […]

  • VIDEO | BJJ highlight getting a lot of attention

    VIDEO | BJJ highlight getting a lot of attention

    https://www.facebook.com/BJJPix/videos/991070134287030/ Well, it’s Monday and it’s time to get motivated and back in the gym. This Brazilian jiu-jitsu video highlighting Jessica Rodriguez has gotten a ton of views and will hopefully be enough to get you packing your bag to get to the gym for some training. @BJJPix put together the short video of Rodriguez […]

  • VIDEO | UFC 201 Countdown: Robbie Lawler vs Tyron Woodley

    VIDEO | UFC 201 Countdown: Robbie Lawler vs Tyron Woodley

    https://youtu.be/MZSH91dYiuo As UFC 201 approaches this weekend, take a closer look at the main event of the card featuring UFC welterweight champion Robbie Lawler and contender Tyron Woodley. From the video description: “After a decade in the sport, “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler now holds the UFC welterweight title – and is tasked with defending it against […]

  • PHOTO | Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo happy to see his ‘bro’ Conor McGregor

    PHOTO | Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo happy to see his ‘bro’ Conor McGregor

    UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor has been bringing in a fan base from all over the world with his captivating showmanship. Recently, world renown soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo posted a photo with “The Notorious” in the Octagon that will surely bring some attention to McGregor as he prepares for his rematch with Nate Diaz at […]

  • VIDEO | Boxing champion Danyelle Wolf looking to make the transition to MMA

    VIDEO | Boxing champion Danyelle Wolf looking to make the transition to MMA

    https://www.facebook.com/DNWolf/videos/1039642722793689/ Danyelle Wolf has been turning some heads with her new highlight video that she recently released. The three-time USA boxing champion is looking to make her transition to MMA and her video is making sure people know about it. “Doing this crossover to MMA is almost like second nature to me,” Wolf said to […]

  • Dan Henderson: ‘Win or lose I’m ready mentally to retire’

    Dan Henderson: ‘Win or lose I’m ready mentally to retire’

    MMA legend Dan Henderson had all the stars align for him at UFC 199. On the main card of UFC 199 leading up to the middleweight title bout between Luke Rockhold and Michael Bisping, “Hendo” delivered another signature knockout over the tough contender Hector Lombard. Then, when Bisping shocked the world and knocked Rockhold out […]

  • Chael Sonnen claims he holds an NSAC record

    Chael Sonnen claims he holds an NSAC record

    Former UFC middleweight and light heavyweight title challenger Chael Sonnen claims he holds a Nevada State Athletic Commission record. A Brock Lesnar fan took to Twitter to voice his displeasure with Sonnen for Chael’s comments regarding Brock Lesnar’s failed USADA drug test at UFC 200. Sonnen responded to the fan with the following information: 6. […]

  • VIDEO | Holm and Shevchenko post-fight presser highlights

    VIDEO | Holm and Shevchenko post-fight presser highlights

    Valentina Shevchenko would like another shot at current UFC women’s champ Amanda Nunes following her big main event win at last night’s UFC on FOX 20 event in Chicago. Meanwhile, former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm says she is in “no position to call out Ronda Rousey or Cris Cyborg” following her latest loss […]

  • UFC on FOX 20 Reebok Pay: The Lowest Total Of The Year Thus Far

    UFC on FOX 20 Reebok Pay: The Lowest Total Of The Year Thus Far

    According to a report from MMAJunkie, the UFC on FOX 20 Reebok Outfitting pay from last night’s UFC on FOX 20 event was the lowest of the year thus far. UFC on FOX 20 was headlined by a key women’s bantamweight bout which saw Valentina Shevchenko upset former UFC champion Holly Holm via decision. The […]

  • VIDEO | Guy DeLumeau scores a twister submission at Pancrase 279

    Pancrase 279 aired live on UFC Fight Pass last night, and the lucky fans who tuned in got to witness veteran Guy DeLumeau land this slick twister submission on Satoshi Inaba. Get to the storm cellar! A Twister has touched down at #Pancrase279! https://t.co/VbG6Zqg013 — UFC FIGHT PASS (@UFCFightPass) July 24, 2016 The victory snapped […]

  • VIDEO | UFC on FOX 20 Post-fight Press Conference

    VIDEO | UFC on FOX 20 Post-fight Press Conference

    Watch the post-fight press conference from last night’s UFC on FOX 20 event in Chicago. The event was highlighted by Valentina Shevchenko’s upset victory over former UFC champion Holly Holm in the evenings main event. Feared Brazilian striker Edson Barboza also picked up a big win over former Strikeforce title holder Gilbert Melendez at the […]

  • VIDEO | Valentina Shevchenko’s Backstage Interview

    VIDEO | Valentina Shevchenko’s Backstage Interview

    Valentina Shevchenko scored the biggest win of her UFC career last night in Chicago by earning a unanimous decision victory over former title holder Holly Holm. Shevchenko utilized some excellent counter strikes and nasty leg kicks to batter Holm on route to the main event victory. Who would you like to see “The Bullet” fight […]

  • VIDEO | Shevchenko and Holm’s post-fight octagon interviews

    VIDEO | Shevchenko and Holm’s post-fight octagon interviews

    Valentina Shevchenko scored the biggest victory of her UFC career last night in Chicago by earning a unanimous decision victory over former title holder Holly Holm. Check out what both women had to say following their exciting five-round battle which served as the UFC on FOX 20 main event. Who would you like to see […]

  • VIDEO | UFC 201: Lawler vs. Woodley – Extended Preview

    VIDEO | UFC 201: Lawler vs. Woodley – Extended Preview

    Prior to next weekend’s UFC 201 headliner between welterweight champ Robbie Lawler and top contender Tyron Woodley, take a look at this extended preview with UFC commentator Joe Rogan. Both men, Lawler and Woodley, possess serious knockout power. Who do you think will emerge victorious in the UFC 201 main event? Sound off PENN Nation!

  • VIDEO | UFC 201 Free Fight: Tyron Woodley vs Josh Koscheck

    VIDEO | UFC 201 Free Fight: Tyron Woodley vs Josh Koscheck

    https://youtu.be/mYZm1ZOF9Kc Prior to next weekend’s UFC 201 pay-per-view main event, watch top welterweight contender Tyron Woodley take on former title challenger Josh Koscheck at UFC 167. Who do you think will leave with the UFC welterweight title next weekend Tyron Woodley or current champion Robbie Lawler? Sound off PENN Nation!

  • UFC champ Amanda Nunes reacts to Shevchenko’s big win

    UFC champ Amanda Nunes reacts to Shevchenko’s big win

    Current UFC women’s bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes took to Twitter last night where she shared her thoughts on Valentina Shevchenko’s upset victory over former title holder Holly Holm. Nunes believes Shevchenko and Julianna Pena should now square off in a number one contenders bout: I won the first fight with @BulletValentina by UD… if I […]

  • Pros react to Shevchenko’s victory over Holm

    Pros react to Shevchenko’s victory over Holm

    Valentina Shevchenko picked up the biggest win of her UFC career last night in Chicago by scoring a unanimous decision victory over former title holder Holly Holm. Here is how the pros reacted to Shevchenko’s impressive victory: I wouldn't want to fight either. #Holm is intense and #Shevchenko is scary. #UFCChicago — Dan Hardy (@danhardymma) […]

  • Pros react to Barboza’s decision victory over Melendez

    Pros react to Barboza’s decision victory over Melendez

    Edson Barboza utilized some brutal leg kicks to earn a unanimous decision victory over former Strikeforce title holder Gilbert Melendez in last night’s UFC on FOX 20 co-main event. Here is how the pros reacted to Barboza’s win: Barboza is one big-ass lightweight. #UFCChicago — The Mane Event™ (@EliasTheodorou) July 24, 2016 I would hate […]

  • UFC on FOX 20 Bonus Report

    UFC on FOX 20 Bonus Report

    UFC on FOX 20 in Chicago delivered some memorable fights and solid finishes. With that said, UFC President Dana White handed out three “Performance of the night” awards at last night’s UFC on FOX 20 post fight press conference. Those $50,000 ‘UFC on FOX 20’ bonuses went to the following fighters: Performance of the night […]

  • VIDEO | Eddie Wineland TKOs Frankie Saenz (highlights)

    VIDEO | Eddie Wineland TKOs Frankie Saenz (highlights)

    https://youtu.be/jG-uGIRs3T8 Saturday evening in Chicago, Illinois, Eddie Wineland snapped his 2-fight skid after a year away from the Octagon. Wineland picked up a TKO win over Frankie Saenz in front of his local crowd. The win was an extremely impressive one for the former WEC champion, who is now 22-11 in his professional career. Check […]

  • VIDEO | Edson Barboza vs. Gilbert Melendez (highlights)

    VIDEO | Edson Barboza vs. Gilbert Melendez (highlights)

    https://youtu.be/MG_1LIByVG0 In the co-main event of ‘UFC on FOX 20’ Gilbert Melendez made his return to the Octagon against Edson Barboza. The fight was a thrilling one, with Barboza ultimately getting the win via unanimous decision, keeping his run at a title shot going! See the highlights above!

  • VIDEO | Valentina Shevchenko upsets Holly Holm (highlights)

    VIDEO | Valentina Shevchenko upsets Holly Holm (highlights)

    http://youtu.be/EbV2ZKOwC8g In the main event of UFC on FOX 20, #8 ranked women’s bantamweight Valentina Shevchenko picked up the biggest win of her UFC career as she defeated Holly Holm via unanimous decision. Shevchenko won the bout in convincing fashion, landing numerous takedowns, and countering Holm’s strikes. In the video above you can see the […]

  • VIDEO | Edson Barboza’s post-fight octagon interview

    VIDEO | Edson Barboza’s post-fight octagon interview

    Edson Barboza utilized some nasty leg kicks to earn a unanimous decision victory over former Strikeforce title holder Gilbert Melendez at last night’s UFC on FOX 20 event in Chicago. The Brazilian striker has now won three of his last four octagon appearances, including decision victories over former champ Anthony Pettis and Paul Felder. Who […]

  • Cris Cyborg sends a message to the girls of the UFC

    Cris Cyborg sends a message to the girls of the UFC

    Following tonight’s UFC on FOX 20 main event fight between Holly Holm and Valentina Shevchenko, current Invicta featherweight title holder Cris Cyborg sent out the following message on Twitter: The problem is none of the girls are as well rounded as me. I can wrestle, punch, and Jiu jitsu. I am an MMA fighter. #chuteboxe […]

  • UFC on FOX 20 Results: Valentina Shevchenko defeats Holly Holm via decision

    UFC on FOX 20 Results: Valentina Shevchenko defeats Holly Holm via decision

    A key women’s bantamweight bout between former title holder Holly Holm and Valentina Shevchenko served as the main event of tonight’s UFC on FOX 20 card in Chicago. Round one begins and Holm starts things off with a leg kick. Shevchenko replies with a leg kick of her own. Holm with a nice front kick […]