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Nogueira Brothers Barely Escaped Hostage Situation
Antonio Nogueira and his brother were staying at the Saint Peter Hotel in Brasilia, Brazi. The UFC fighters were evacuated from the hotel along with the rest of the guests for what was being initially reported as a gas leak. Globo is reporting that the story turned out to be a cover to keep guests […]
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Dana White Wants To See ‘Big Nog’ Retire
By Evan Stoumbelis Last week fight fans saw MMA legend Antonio Nogueira get knocked out by Roy Nelson in Abu Dhabi (Replay HERE) at UFC Fight Night 39 on Fight Pass. Immediately after the bout Dana said he was “Blown up by media guys” wanting to know what was next for the former interim heavyweight […]
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UFC wants Werdum to face the winner of Browne vs. Barnett
Since returning to the UFC in February of 2012, heavyweight contender Fabricio Werdum (17-5-1 MMA, 5-2 UFC) has gone 3-0, with impressive wins over Roy Nelson, Mike Russow and most recently ‘Big Nog.’ In late October, UFC president Dana White stated that the 36-year-old Brazilian, Werdum, would be the next man to challenge rating UFC heavyweight champion […]
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Betting Odds | Rashad Evans Opens Up As Substantial Favorite Over “Lil Nog” | UFC NEWS
The betting line is out for UFC 156’s bout between former UFC light-heavyweight champion and division elitist Antonio Rogerio Nogueira. As one could expect, Evans comes in as the betting favorite. Odds via BestFightOdds.com:
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Werdum – Big Nog Confirmed As TUF Brazil 2 Coaches | UFC NEWS
Earlier this week we reported the likely booking of the next TUF Brazil coaches, and today we can confirm that our report holds true. Two Brazilian heavyweights will coach the next season of “The Ultimate Fighter Brazil.” UFC officials have confirmed that Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Fabricio Werdum have both agreed to serve as the […]
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Report: Werdum – Big Nog Slated To Coach TUF Brazil Season 2 | UFC NEWS
Two Brazilian heavyweights will likely coach the next season of “The Ultimate Fighter Brazil.” According to reports coming out of Brazil, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Fabricio Werdum have both agreed to serve as the next coaches. The second season of “TUF Brazil” is expected to feature 170 pound fighters and more than 300 men attended […]