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Dana White on Bellator 131 ratings: “I’m happy for Tito and Bonnar”
Last weekend the UFC, Bellator, and World Series of Fighting all went head to head on the same night. The UFC held UFC 180, which was on Pay-Per View, Bellator held Bellator 131 on Spike TV, and WSOF held WSOF 15 on NBC. UFC President Dana White spoke about the high numbers of Bellator 131 […]
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REPLAY! Hendricks defeats Lawler to become welterweight champion (Full fight)
To get fight fans ready for UFC 181 next month, the UFC posted the original Hendricks vs. Lawler bout on their Official YouTube. On December 6th Hendricks will attempt to defend his title against Lawler in a highly anticipated rematch. Check it out:
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Diaz: GSP’s stance on PEDs “Sounds like old Lance Armstrong”
Since his indefinite leave of absence from the sport, GSP has taken a firm stance against PEDs, something that reminds Stockton bad-boy Nick Diaz of Lance Armstrong’s stance against PEDs prior to being popped for them. GSP has done everything possible to be transparent about his drug testing results, even posting photos of the results, […]
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Namajunas explains why she speaks out against Roufus
Following the death of Dennis Munson Jr. in his first Muay Thai fight, Rose Namajunas spoke out about Duke Roufus, and the training methods at Roufusport. Following her lead, former students, instructors, and fighters spoke up about the methods used by Roufusport, and why they disagreed with them. She spoke to MMAJunkie about why she […]
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Benavidez contemplates possibility of “unfulfilled” career without title
Joseph Benavidez is gearing up to fight Dustin Ortiz this Saturday at UFC Fight Night 57. The bout is one that would extend Benavidez win streak to 2, and leaves the #2 ranked flyweight with a lot to lose against #13 ranked Dustin Ortiz, who is currently on a 2-fight win streak of his own. […]
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Ashlee Evans-Smith set to replace Holly Holm at UFC 181
The UFC announced earlier today that Ashlee Evans-Smith will be making her UFC debut next month at UFC 181. Evans-Smith will be filling in for Holly Holm, who injured her neck leading up to the bout, against Raquel Pennington. The two will meet on the the main card of the event, which will go down […]
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Cyborg responds to Ronda: “Lets meet in the middle at 140lbs”
Earlier this week Ronda Rousey stated that she would kill Cris Cyborg with her bare hands if Cyborg threatened to ‘undo all the work’ Ronda had done (Read that HERE). As always in this bitter feud, Cyborg has responded to the comments. She took to The UnderGround to fire back at Ronda. “Hahaha, you say […]
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Askren defends Duke Roufus: “Duke’s great to me”
ONE FC welterweight champion Ben Askren has spent time training with Roufusport head coach Duke Roufus, and as a result, is defending Roufus’ training methods which have been criticized recently after the death of Dennis Munson Jr. Since Munson’s death, UFC fighters, former students, and even instructors have all opened up about Roufus’ training methods, […]
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Bobby Green contemplating retirement after Barboza bout
Top ranked lightweight Bobby Green revealed on Facebook this week that he is contemplating retiring after his upcoming fight with Edson Barboza this Saturday. Green is one of the best up and coming fighters in the UFC, and has compiled a 4-0 record inside the UFC since coming over from Strikeforce, which extended his current […]
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White on Askren: “He doesn’t want to fight in the big show”
Widely believed to be the best prospect outside of the UFC, ONE FC welterweight champion, Ben Askren has found himself at odds with UFC President Dana White on more than one occasion. Dana White spoke to TSN’s ‘Off the Record’ about Askren, and why he hasn’t signed the prospect yet. “Ben Askren, I don’t hate […]
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UFC 181: Hendricks vs. Lawler II extended preview
To get fight fans ready for UFC 181: Hendricks vs. Lawler II, which features a co-main event bout between Anthony Pettis and Gilbert Melendez, the UFC has released this extended preview for the event. Check it out:
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Dana White on “unique relationship” with Rampage: “He’s a good dude”
Rampage Jackson left the UFC nearly 2 years ago, the former champ’s departure was a bitter one that saw Jackson signed by the UFC’s rival company, Bellator MMA. This week Rampage sent out a Tweet hinting that he should have stayed with the UFC (See that HERE). UFC President Dana White spoke to TSN’s ‘Off […]
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Lombard on Burkman fight: “It is what it is”
Hector Lombard is currently gearing up for his UFC 182 bout against Josh Burkman, however despite being thrilled to return to the Octagon after nearly a year-long layoff, ‘Showeather’ wishes he was fighting someone higher in the welterweight rankings. He spoke to MMAJunkie. “I wish I could fight a higher (ranked) opponent,” “But it is […]
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King Mo and Tito Ortiz Engage in Twitter Beef
Following Tito Ortiz win over Stephan Bonnar at Bellator 131 this past weekend, Ortiz was asked about the possibility of fighting Rampage Jcakson, something Tito wasn’t opposed to. At the post-fight press conference however, King Mo spoke up about his desire to fight Tito (Read that HERE), with Tito telling King Mo to “Get in […]
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GSP Unsure, But White Confident He’ll Return
While there is no word as to the certainty of the return of Georges St Pierre, UFC President Dana White is confident the former welterweight kingpin will return. GSP returned to training recently, stoking the flame of potential return talks. Dana White spoke to media members and fans at Monday’s ‘UFC: The Time is Now’ […]
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Nate Cool At #2 During Potential Melendez Title Reign
With the return of Nate Diaz on the horizon, many are wondering what Diaz will do if his teammate Gilbert Melendez defeats Anthony Pettis for the lightweight title next month. Diaz answered the question on everyone’s mind on Chael Sonnen’s ‘You’re Welcome’ podcast recently. “I’m completely content with Gilbert being No. 1 and me being […]
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Edgar: ‘People are talking about 145’ers because of McGregor’
Outspoken Irishman Conor McGregor was praised by his fellow featherweight Frankie Edgar recently. McGregor has been able to keep his name in MMA headlines, and even picked up a spot on the Carson Daly Show (See that HERE). Edgar believes McGregor is the reason people are talking about the featherweight division. (via The MMA Hour) […]
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Rousey On Future: ‘I have a lot of important decisions to make’
UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey has been busy outside of the Octagon, as well as inside of it. ‘Rowdy’ took her talents to the bigscreen this year, acting in The Expendables 3 which premiered earlier this year, and Fast & Furious 7 which comes out next year. Going forward, the champ says she has […]
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Jon Jones, Nick Diaz Pose
UFC light heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones snapped photos with many of the stars at Monday’s ‘UFC: The Time is Now’ press conference, and even sparred with Anderson Silva after (See that HERE). In the below photo, Jones posed with Nick Diaz, quoting the Stockton bad-boy in the caption. Don't be scared Homie A photo posted […]
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GSP On Rory’s Title Shot, And His Personal MMA Future
Former UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre has been noncommittal regarding his return to MMA. ‘Rush’ spoke to MMACanada, to discuss his potential return, his teammate Rory MacDonald, who will likely get a title shot in his next fight, and avoiding injuries in training. Check it out:
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McGregor Pulling For Swanson Over Edgar
‘Notorious’ Conor McGregor will likely have his eye close on this Saturday’s main event between Cub Swanson and Frankie Edgar. UFC President Dana White has stated that if Swanson wins the bout, he will be awarded a title shot against Jose Aldo. McGregor, who fights Dennis Siver in January, will also likely earn a title […]
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The Ultimate Fighter Getting New Look In New Year
The UFC’s long-running reality show, The Ultimate Fighter, will be reportedly getting a new look in the new year. The UFC has caught criticism recently for the lack of talent on TUF, with viewers claiming the show was ‘getting old’. That changed this season with TUF 20, which will crown the inaugural women’s strawweight champion. […]
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“For those who think Machida’s Sexy”
Former UFC champion Lyoto Machida did a photo shoot on Monday prior to the ‘UFC: The Time is Now’ press conference. Light heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones captured some of the shoot in a video for, “those who think Lyoto Macida’s sexy.” You guys should've seen the Dragon modeling earlier today. I'm telling you, he really […]
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Conor McGregor v. Jon Jones, Who Gets In More?
UFC light heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones captured a video with ‘Notorious’ Conor McGregor at Monday’s ‘UFC: The Time is Now’ press conference. Both men have built an impressive resume in the ring, and out of the ring with their brash trash talk. McGregor, like his nickname indicates, is notorious for his trash talk leading up […]
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Medical Suspensions Report – Bellator 131
This past weekend fight fans witnessed two MMA veterans battle it out for three rounds in the cage with Tito Ortiz eventually getting the nod over Stephan Bonnar. Below are the medical suspensions from Bellator 131 courtesy of the MMAWeekly, who obtained the suspension list from the CSAC. Stephan Bonnar: 60 days pending medical clearance […]
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Weidman: ‘I’m not letting a Juicehead take my belt’
“He’s trying to take my belt. He’s been caught cheating and I’m not going to let a cheating juicehead take my belt.” “I expect an even better Vitor Belfort. Maybe it’s a blessing in disguise he’s off this stuff. Maybe he doesn’t have to worry about getting tired. I’m preparing for a Vitor we haven’t […]
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‘Ortiz vs. Bonnar’ Broadcast Breaks Records
Bellator 131 knocked out the competition on Saturday, November 15 with record ratings for the emerging MMA franchise under new president Scott Coker. The Bellator 131 main event between Tito Ortiz and Stephan Bonnar (11:50pm-12:16am) drew 1.8 million viewers, peaking at 2 million, making it the most-watched and highestrated MMA fight on cable in 2014. The Ortiz-Bonnar […]
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Erik Koch on Roufusport coaches: “These guys are great men and great teachers”
UFC fighter Erik Koch is defending his longtime gym, Roufusport after head coach and owner Duke Roufus took heat from former students and trainers for his training methods. Koch took to The UnderGround to support his coach. If you guys don’t already know I have trained at roufusport for about 5 years now. All this […]