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Infamous Manager Mike Kogan “Shocked” Over Diaz Fiasco
Everyone has an opinion on UFC fighter Nick Diaz’s controversial five year suspension, handed down by the Nevada State Athletic Commission. The support for Diaz has been impressive to say the least. Just about every fighter has come out and shown that they think it’s ridiculous that he was given such a harsh punishment. Even […]
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Watch! MMA’S Best React To Nick Diaz 5 Year Suspension
On Monday, UFC fighter Nick Diaz was suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission for five years and fined $165,000. This all came from a drug test from UFC 183, when Diaz fought Anderson Silva, that came back positive for marijuana. However, Diaz’s legal team, at least from this writer’s perspective, provided very sufficient evidence […]
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Joanna Jedrzejczyk’s Hit List Is Impressive
UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk has been absolutely dominant, especially in her last two fights, where she dethroned Carla Esparza and beat up challenger Jessica Penne. She’s now set to co-headline UFC 193 and will take on Valerie Letourneau, a fellow striker, in a five round scrap. Not a lot of fans know much about […]
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WATCH! Josh Thomson Ready To Perform In Front Of Hometown Crowd
Former Strikeforce lightweight champion and UFC fighter Josh Thomson will get to make his Bellator MMA debut in front of his home crowd, in San Jose, CA. He’ll be fighting Mike Bronzoulis at this Saturday’s historic Bellator ‘Dynamite’ event. It will be the first of its kind, featuring both a cage for MMA fights and […]
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Tour Luke Rockhold’s “Ghetto Palacio” — AKA All Access
[ooyala code=”d5ZWM3dzpy4reEoiRthRc2bDjdl9M2bd” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”1280″ height=”720″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] AKA’s Luke Rockhold keeps it humble during his day-to-day routine. While not ideal by most people’s standards, the UFC’s middleweight #1 contender doesn’t mind the roughness of his “Staff only” sanctuary inside AKA Headquarters. Rockhold is set to square off with UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman in the […]
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Mrs. “El Nino” Kerri Anne Melendez Rare Sparring Footage
[ooyala code=”IzdHUxdzrqrBfE9HRKy8KlU9OZr6YXLE” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”1280″ height=”720″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Kerri Anne Melendez, wife of former Strikeforce lightweight champion and current UFC fighter Gilbert ‘El Nino’ Melendez, is looking to make her move into MMA. She was recently signed to Bellator and is set to make her debut at the promotion’s ‘Dynamite’ event, which will take place on […]
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Rockhold’s Kicks Of Death — Could You Take One? — WATCH!
[ooyala code=”I1dHUxdzo6frwCehlCI0MIY0mCWc65UA” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”1280″ height=”720″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] UFC middleweight and upcoming title challenger Luke Rockhold is preparing for his scheduled fight with champ Chris Weidman, which will take place at UFC 194. Rockhold is undoubtedly one of the best in the division, with a record of 14-2 and an impressive four-fight win streak, which includes […]
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AKA’s Killers Gather — Cain, D.C., Rockhold, Khabib, More Training Footage — All Access
[ooyala code=”J5c3UxdzpDWlYbuxxRyJVVXCUwnYxE3R” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”1280″ height=”720″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] It takes a lot to be considered a world class team in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts, but American Kickboxing Academy is just that. With three title fights coming up and a hungry Russian nursing injuries, the stable in San Jose is about as rich as they […]
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Cain Velasquez Talks Boxing, Breaks Down Floyd Mayweather’s Game
[ooyala code=”BhN2pzdjq4DvLAQssB4FW0UeXja1Ga6P” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez sits down with BJPENN.COM’S Layzie The Savage to discuss boxing, and Floyd Mayweather Jr. It’s an interesting take from a wrecking machine who prides himself in his own skills as a combat specialist. Cain Velasquez lost his UFC title to Fabricio Werdum […]
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All-Access! — UFC’s Ben Rothwell And Pat Miletich Goof Off Backstage
[ooyala code=”AwN2pzdjryByIEAlM-K0bUfQ0tMQrkKz” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Top UFC heavyweight “Big” Ben Rothwell was giving BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage an interview when the man himself, UFC Hall-Of-Famer Pat Miletich, stepped up for story time. The two share a few brief moments with the camera, and if you’re an MMA fan this is stuff you can’t […]
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Bas Rutten Answers — Richest or Toughest, Who’d You Rather Be?
[ooyala code=”JnN2pzdjrZpujxuEgQynXppOpM74z-6V” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] During a recent Q & A session former UFC champions BJ Penn and Bas Rutten sit down for a candid discussion, where anything goes. Bas was asked by Penn who he’d rather be, The Richest Man In The World, or The Toughest? Bas’ response probably won’t surprise any […]
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MUST WATCH – Ronda Rousey Judo Throws Female Training Partner Repeatedly — Could You Hang?
[ooyala code=”lkYTBmdjqZb9Hed69VRKEmRPi9ncaMq4″ player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”640″ height=”360″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Ronda Rousey has taken the UFC torch, once held by several MMA greats, and ran all the way to the mainstream with it. The UFC champion, and Olympic Medalist, has captured the hearts of a generation, and in doing so cemented herself as the sport’s biggest draw. Watch […]
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All-Access! — Backstage Penn Reaction To Hughes’ Induction Humor
[ooyala code=”AyN2pzdjp7hLHhvzuive45INjaaR9X7t” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] While Matt Hughes was telling jokes on stage, during July’s UFC Hall-of-fame induction ceremony, BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage was backstage filming BJ Penn’s live reaction. It’s another epic all-access clip. Enjoy! UFC Fighters Give Us Their Favorite BJ Penn Moment! What’s Yours? — Must Watch! [ooyala code=”JpN2pzdjqWA8WOLaJwwNHph5i6sCiLAA” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ […]
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WATCH – The Elusive Nick Diaz Works On Balance At Venice Beach
[ooyala code=”s3YzBmdjqVRP1P5p09mRwmp51YTtBpSZ” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”640″ height=”360″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Former Strikeforce welterweight champion and UFC title challenger Nick Diaz uses his off time to travel and enjoy life. Which is why it’s no surprise that BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage caught the UFC fighting icon getting a quick workout in on Venice Beach, a far shot from Stockton. […]
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They’re Baaack! — More Story Time With BJ Penn And Matt Hughes
[ooyala code=”BjN2pzdjrX9puGJmrGvXg_dguob56ubM” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Back by popular demand, BJ Penn and Matt Hughes give us more candid back and forth banter about the duo’s historic rivalry while backstage at a UFC event. Their first video went viral, and BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage has done it again. The two former UFC champions, and […]
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No Fight No Problem — Nate Diaz Stays Ready — Watch!
[ooyala code=”F5bDBmdjqOxabPO_PhqqzLgvNojN4CFg” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”640″ height=”360″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Opponentless Nate Diaz isn’t taking his time on the sidelines lightly. The popular UFC lightweight fighter is staying sharp in the gym, waiting his return to the cage. Watch the clip above, that’s already gone viral, of Nate Diaz working out with longtime boxing coach Richard Perez. – […]
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#TBT — That One Time Ronda Rousey Submitted Luke Rockhold — Must Watch!
[ooyala code=”ZkODBmdjr7IXwHW3anGoOaPRzP35Gli3″ player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”640″ height=”360″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Awhile back UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey was schooling UFC middleweight #1 Contender Luke Rockhold on her signature submission technique, and somehow BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage was there to capture this moment showing the champ submitting the promotion’s most feared 185’er. If you haven’t seen this clip yet, […]
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Frankie Edgar vs. Daniel Cormier Head-To-Head Throwdown! — WATCH!
[ooyala code=”A2N2pzdjreI0CHf5_spzOLMMNiBjNMQ_” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] The always competitive UFC light-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier took on an equally game former UFC champion Frankie Edgar, recently while in Las Vegas, and BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage was there to catch it all unfold. Notice the winners humble attitude following victory… lol. Daniel Cormier is set to […]
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Expert Advice – MMA is not for you if…
Professional fighting is a sport not made for everyone. Sure, fighters get fame, money, girls, and glory, but they also get hit in the face, a lot! During last night’s Stud Show Radio broadcast, UFC Veteran and Team Alpha Male coach/cornerman Justin Buchholz told a story about the Gracie family’s MMA test. “I was talking […]
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UFC Fighters Give Us Their Favorite BJ Penn Moment! What’s Yours? — Must Watch!
[ooyala code=”JpN2pzdjqWA8WOLaJwwNHph5i6sCiLAA” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”1280″ height=”720″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] BJ “The Prodigy” Penn was inducted into the UFC hall-of-fame’s Modern Era wing this past July in Las Vegas. Cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s greatest fighters of all time, Penn’s story is best told by his fighting peers. Thanks to BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage and […]
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All Access! — Legends Bas Rutten And BJ Penn Talk Story Backstage! — Epic!
[ooyala code=”A0N2pzdjoGMuElfcd7895cVwKLF2_QE_” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Once again, BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage delivers candid behind-the-scenes footage of legends of Mixed Martial Arts. UFC hall-of-famers Bas Rutten and BJ Penn talk story during UFC fight week. The two former UFC champions were recently inducted into the UFC hall-of-fame for their contributions to the sport. Enjoy! […]
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All Access! — Hanging Backstage With Cuban, Fertitta, And Penn
[ooyala code=”BlN2pzdjpyaaNJPrSo7rtlzHbzRDfxu3″ player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Self-made billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban has long been a supporter of Mixed Martial Arts. Formerly CEO of popular T.V. channel HDNet, Cuban invested heavily into broadcasting regional scene action to a national audience. Seen in the video (above), shot by BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage, we see Cuban hanging […]
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WOW! — 3-Minutes of Hilarious Trash Talk With Luke And D.C. — AKA All Access!
[ooyala code=”A4N2pzdjpsLmDW4gZHlii26WWWSnJyGR” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] What’s it like inside the walls of AKA headquarters in San Jose? BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage delivers the answer to that question with the latest AKA All Access clip, featuring UFC light-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, and UFC middleweight #1 contender Luke Rockhold. Cormier faces Alexander Gusftafsson in the […]
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ALL ACCESS — Hanging Out With BJ Penn And Clay Guida
[ooyala code=”RkN2lzdjqU6ujfDjlHhxZ21iTljJ2zvJ” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Who doesn’t like fan favorites Clay Guida and BJ Penn? Now, thanks to BJPENN.COM’s Layzie The Savage, you can enjoy both of the UFC greats in this clip, as they hang out during UFC international fight week. Catch our full All Access episode below. ALL ACCESS — Go […]
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ALL ACCESS — Go Inside BJ Penn’s UFC Hall-Of-Fame Induction
[ooyala code=”w2aHFwdjr22EEGhgac8QJfRqzUOarSwy” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”640″ height=”360″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Following his historic two-division two-time championship UFC career, BJ “The Prodigy” Penn was recently awarded the sports biggest honor, a UFC Hall-Of-Fame induction. On July 11, 2015 Penn was inducted into the UFC’s Modern Era wing for his contributions to the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Having made […]
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Bas Rutten Details The Time He Broke A Man’s Shin In Half
[ooyala code=”UwaGZzdjqL-mHVP_V622hjl3ng77cneI” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] UFC hall-of-famer Bas Rutten details the time he broke a man’s shin in half, and learned the dangers of submissions in the process. Rutten, a former UFC heavyweight champion, was inducted into the UFC Hall-Of-Fame in July, 2015 alongside Matt Hughes, Frank Trigg, BJ Penn, and Jeff Blatnick. […]
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Cris Cyborg Discusses Her Relationship With Dana White… Sort of
[ooyala code=”YycWdzdjrOVzpRMzL_Y7TMEk3kT1lo9J” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”960″ height=”540″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Female wrecking machine, Cris “Cyborg” is coming off her eighth straight title victory via stoppage. Which is why it comes as no surprise to learn that she is of a rare breed of ZUFFA fighter not fighting under the UFC banner. But how is her relationship with her […]
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Is ‘D*ck’ Palhares holding subs too long? Lauzon breaks it down best
World Series of Fighting is about to drop the hammer on welterweight champion Rousimar Palhares for keeping Jake Shields trapped in a kimura and cranking it long after the referee waved off their fight at “WSOF 22”. While Palhares feels as if he did nothing wrong, the Vice President of WSOF reviewed the footage and […]