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REPLAY! UFC Fight Night 53 Post-Fight Press Conference
If you missed today’s UFC Fight Night 53 post-fight press conference, here’s the replay. Enjoy!
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UFC Fight Night 53: Story Snaps Nelson’s Undefeated Streak
Rick Story was once “The Next Big Thing” in the welterweight division. A loss to Charlie Brenneman in 2011 derailed his fast-track to the title and he was never able to regain his momentum after that. Gunnar “Gunny” Nelson was experiencing the same amount of attention from fans and media— and it was well deserved. […]
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“UFC Fight Night 53: Nelson vs. Story” Official Results
UFC kicks off the first event of their double header today with a card headlined by Gunnar Nelson and Rick Story! The event will air live on UFC Fight Pass from the Ericsson Globe Arena in Stockholm, Sweden. Join us here at BJPENN.COM for up to the minute live results and updates! Main card (On […]
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“Battlegrounds MMA:” Carneiro Wins 8-Man One Night Tournament
Roan Carneiro outlasted seven other fighters in a one-night tournament at “Battlegrounds MMA: One Night Elimination” and took home an extra $50,000 in the process. His name now sits on the prestigious list of one night tournament winners in mixed martial arts along the likes of Dan Henderson, Takanori Gomi and Don Frye. Carneiro made […]
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“Battlegrounds MMA: One Night Elimination” Results
Join us here on BJPENN.COM for live up-to-the minute results on tonight’s card from Oklahoma. (Welterweight Grand Prix Tournament Finals) Roan Carneiro def. Brock Larson by way of Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Chris Gutierrez def. Tyler Shin by way of Split Decision (29-28, 27-30, 29-28) (Welterweight Grand Prix Tournament Semi-Finals) Roan Carneiro def. Trey […]
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Chael Sonnen: The Desire Is Still There, So Is My UFC Contract’
“The desire was still there. I love to compete. Even now I look forward to competing and it’s a lot of fun. I don’t know if it’s something that ever goes away. I’ll tell you something that does go away, is the desire to train. It’s really, really hard and it’s depressing. There were […]
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CUTIE PIES! Edgar And Shaq Pose Cageside
During the UFC’s recent trip to The “Sunshine State”, former UFC lightweight champion, Frankie “The Answer” Edgar got a chance to pose withe one of the NBA GOATS, Shaquille O’Neal.
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Sonnen Wants Wanderlei In Metamoris, Waiting For Silva To Accept
“I think it could happen. I know that the invitation has been extended to him, and I know we’re just waiting to hear back from him. Metamoris was a lot of fun. Everybody watches it and it’s one of those deals that MMA fans, wrestling fans and jiu-jitsu fans all come together for. But, yes, […]
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Ronda Rousey vs. Nick Diaz Grappling
UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey fairs well in this sparring session with Nick Diaz.
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Battleground O.N.E. Weigh-In Results
All eight fighters made weight and drew their quarterfinal stage matchups one day before the highly-anticipated, one-night BattleGrounds MMA welterweight (170 pounds) tournament that will award its winner a grand prize of $50,000 live on pay-per-view from the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Friday, October 3. The official weigh-in was co-hosted by WWE Hall […]
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Cung Le: “I did not take any performance-enhancing drugs”
“I was completely surprised at the results of my recent drug test. I was informed by the UFC that I passed my pre- and post-fight drug test, as well as the majority of the blood tests with the only abnormality being an elevated level of hGH being determined to be present. I tested negative for […]
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Travis Browne Explains His Departure From Jackson’s MMA – EXCLUSIVE
If you missed the latest edition of BJPENN.com Radio, check it out here. One of the highlights of the show was the conversation with UFC heavyweight Travis ‘Hapa’ Browne. The interview covered a lot of topics including Browne’s new training camp, his loss to Fabricio Werdum, and his upcoming fight with Brendan Shaub at […]
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Pettis Promising 1st Round KO Of Melendez
“The fans can expect me finishing this fight in the first round. I’ve been out for a year and I’m excited to be back. I’m healthy, ready to fight and, unfortunately, Melendez will be my first opponent after my return. I say unfortunately because I’m sure that I won’t need more than one round. I […]
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Conor McGregor Announces That He’s Fighting Diego Sanchez
Rising UFC star Conor McGregor is eyeing a move to lightweight and a grudge match against Diego Sanchez. The Irish fighter took to twitter, announcing the bout: I am fighting @DiegoSanchezUFC in Mexico, November 15th. He spoke a big game. Now he will pay with his career. VIVA LA EIRE!!! — Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) October […]
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Dec. UFC Debut For Holm In The Works
According to reports, top female fighting prospect, Holly Holm is expected to make her UFC debut on December 6, against a very tough Milana Dudieva. Holm has been sidelined since signing with the promotion due to injury.
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UFC Officials Release New Details & Extended Punishment For Cung Le
UFC officials have released the following statement regarding the recent positive HGH findings of middleweight fighter, Cung Le. Zuffa, LLC, owner of the Ultimate Fighting Championship®, released an updated statement regarding the suspension of UFC middleweight Cung Le: After review by UFC Senior Management, an error was discovered regarding the length of Cung Le’s suspension […]
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GSP Shuts Down Return Rumors
Sorry fight fans, GSP is in no “Rush” to get back inside the Octagon. Earlier this week, rumors started circulating about a move back to fighting, which prompted the UFC’s former welterweight champion to shut down the rumors, stating he has no plans of returning anytime soon. Fox Sports 1 reporter, Ariel Helwani received the […]
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QUICK TWITT | Fighters React To McGregors Fat UFC Salary
When the Nevada State Athletic Commission disclosed Conor McGregor’s UFC 178 Salary, a few UFC veterans were shocked at the amount. It took the Irishman just 1:46 to finish Dustin Poirier in a bout that shattered any doubts about Conor’s abilities. For that near two-minutes, McGregor earned a base UFC salary of $150,000.00 ($75k to […]
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PHOTO | Alan Patrick’s Broken Jaw – EXTREMELY GRAPHIC
Holy shit. I feel so bad for Alan Patrick who suffered a broken jaw to rule him out of @ufc 179 pic.twitter.com/HWD7Gid7u0 — Andy Ogle (@thelittleaxe) September 30, 2014 Earlier this week BJPENN.COM learned that UFC 179 fighter, Alan Patrick, was forced out of his fight due to a broken jaw. Now we have photographic […]
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Conor McGregor Post-UFC 178 Full Interview
Finally released! Conor McGregor’s full UFC 178 post-fight interview.
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QUICK TWITT | Pro’s React To Cung Le’s Positive PED Test
Earlier this week, we learned that UFC middleweight fighter, Cung Le, had been suspended nine-months for the illegal use of Human Growth Hormone during active competition. As such, the MMA world reacted. It didn't pay to cheat for once, good start to the day. — Brian Stann (@BrianStann) August 23, 2014 @DEVOURED85 unfortunately yes. — […]
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FREE FIGHT VIDEO: MacDonald vs. Maia
Looking to bounce back from a loss, top welterweight contender Rory MacDonald stays focused on his opponent, Demian Maia, at UFC 170. See MacDonald fight Tarec Saffiedine in the main event at UFC Fight Night Halifax.
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Suspension Report: Kennedy Out With Facial Blowout
The Nevada State Athletic Commission has released the list of Mandatory medical suspensions for UFC 178 fighters. UFC 178 took place last weekend from the MGM Grand Garden Arena, in Las Vegas. The full list of suspensions is as follows: Eddie Alvarez: suspended 45 days with no contact for 30 days Dustin Poirier: suspended 45 […]
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NO FLAVA! Couture’s Rug Is Cut, Gets DWTS Boot In Week 3
Randy Couture and Karina Smirnoff danced a Paso Doble to “Eye of the Tiger” from “Rocky” on Dancing with the Stars’ Movie Night.
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Evans Asks UFC Boss To Give Him Gustafsson Fight
“I’ve been very impressed with how his development has gone,” Evans said on FOX Sports 1’s post-UFC 178 show. “I would definitely like to fight him when I return. Definitely. When I left, I was at the top and Alexander Gustafsson has been getting better with every single fight. Dana (White), set it up.” With […]
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Newton Set To Defend Strap In Bellator 130 Headliner
Bellator MMA will put an end to its weekly season schedule on Friday, October 24th as the promotion will return to Wichita, Kan., for Bellator 130 live on Spike TV. The night will feature “The Hardcore Kid” Emanuel Newton once again putting his title on the line against English native Linton Vassell, while Bobby Lashley […]
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TIm Kennedy & Yoel Romero’s Heated Backstage Exchange
Yoel Romero and Tim Kennedy exchange words backstage after their controversial fight at UFC 178.
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Breakdown of Romero/Kennedy Controversy and How to Solve It
UFC middleweights Tim Kennedy and Yoel Romero stumbled upon a drama-filled bout this past Saturday night at “UFC 178: Johnson vs. Cariaso”. Toward the end of the second round, Kennedy grabbed hold of Romero’s wrist and caught him with a right hand. After some wiggling of Romero’s wrist, Kennedy accidentally hooked his two fingers on […]