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Munoz Recounts Depression Following Weidman Defeat
“I kind of went into depression and was kind of like one of Austin Powers’ characters in his movie. I ate because I was sad and I was sad because I ate. Having an adversity stricken year was really, really hard for me. It was just hard for me to not be able to fight […]
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Todd Duffee Calls Life Outside the UFC ‘A Nightmare’
In an interview given to AboveandBeyondMMA.com, UFC heavyweight Todd Duffee dexcribed life outside of the UFC and used a few choice words to dexscribe how much worse he felt after he was released: “It was a nightmare every day. It was sickening. It was very depressing. It was a giant … oh, I need […]
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Robbie Reralta Makes Statement on Failed Drug Test
In a statement given to Sherdog.com, UFC featherweight, Robbie Peralta apologized for his recent failed drug test after a post-fight screening came back positive for marijuana metabolites. Peralta most recently fought Akira Corassani at UFC on FUEL TV 9: Mousasi vs. Latifi. Peralta dropped a unanimous decision to Corassani, his first loss in four […]
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VIDEO | UFC 160: Velasquez vs Bigfoot 2 Extended Preview
UFC commentators Kenny Florian and Joe Rogan preview the two heavyweight bouts atop the UFC 160 fight card: Cain Velasquez vs. Antonio ‘Bigfoot’ Silva and Junior dos Santos vs. Mark Hunt.
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Kongo Releases Statement: “I am on very good terms with” the UFC
Earlier this week the UFC removed long-time heavyweight fighter Cheick Kongo from their fighter roster on UFC.com. After seven-years with the promotion it appeared as if the French kick boxer had been released from his duties as a fighter for the promotion and the MMA world went into instant shock. Later it would be revealed that […]
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Gilbert Melendez: ‘I never felt like I was in danger’ in Benson Henderson Fight
Two weeks ago, Gilbert Melendez and Benson Henderson squared off in a lightweight title fight in the main event of UFC on FOX 7. The closely contested bout was back and forth and close to call, but much to the disappointment of onlookers, Benson Henderson was awarded a victory via a split-decision on the judges […]
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Thiago Alves Set To Return Against Matt Brown At UFC on Fox Sports 1 In Boston
After more than a year on the side-lines, former UFC welterweight title challenger, Thiago Alves is set to return to action this summer in Boston against the fast rising Matt Brown. The bout serves as the first official booking for the UFC’s debut on the new Fox station, Fox Sports 1, which UFC president Dana […]
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Chael Sonnen’s UFC Legacy
By Evan Stoumbelis (@MMAEvan) Sonnen has been called “The most legendary talker in UFC history” with a quick tongue and the ability to hype a fight that hasn’t been seen since the likes of Muhammad Ali, lets face it, Chael Sonnen is the best promoter in the world. When you hear the name Chael Sonnen […]
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VIDEO | Jon Jones Injury Update
UFC Tonight’s Kenny Florian and Chael Sonnen got the inside scoop on the toe injury suffered by Jon Jones during his fight with Sonnen at UFC 159.
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VIDEO | UFC on FOX: Henderson vs Melendez Phantom Cam Highlights
UFC on FOX: Henderson vs Melendez highlights from the FOX Phantom Cam, a revolutionary high-speed camera rig, shot in mesmerizing super slow-motion. Relive the fight night highlights including Josh Thomson’s TKO of Nate Diaz to Benson Henderson’s successful title defense against Gilbert Melendez in truly mind-blowing slow-mo.
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Kenny Robertson Replaces TJ Waldburger Against Sean Pierson at UFC 161
UFC welterweight TJ Waldburger as of Thursday, May 2nd, has been forced out of his bout with Sean Pierson at UFC 161 for reasons unknown. UFC Officials have stated that with Waldburger out, Kenny Robertson would be stepping up to replace him against Pierson. Robertson is most recently known for his first round kneebar submission […]
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VIDEO | Anthony Pettis Responds To BJPENN.COM RADIO’s Nate Diaz Interview
A couple of weeks ago Anthony Pettis sent out a tweet proclaiming himself as the best 155 pound fighter in the world. When we had Nate Diaz on BJPENN.COM RADIO last week, he took issue with that statement and threw out a challenge to the Duke Rufus fighter. The video above is the response from […]
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Roy Nelson Says He Will Fight Cormier, But Only As A 205 Title Eliminator
“You know, I think in our sport, there’s a couple guys that get to fight everybody like three or four times, and I’m one of those guys, I guess, that get’s to fight everybody once. Like, I’ve been trying to fight Big Nog since after the Junior dos Santos fight, and that was two years […]
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BJPENN.COM RADIO REPLAY: 05/01/13 – Burt Watson, Tarec Saffiedine, Pat Healy & Kelvin Gastelum
Last night BJPENN.COM RADIO returned with Burt Watson, Tarec Saffiedine, Pat Healy & Kelvin Gastelum. If you missed the live broadcast, you can check out the full replay below.
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Tito Ortiz: ‘If anyone is going to beat my record, I would like to see Jon Jones do it’
“I don’t want to see him break my record. But if anyone is going to beat my record, I would like to see Jon Jones do it because he is that special of an athlete. “He’s got great speed, great balance, great wrestling technique, and his mind is super strong. It’s just one of those […]
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Pettis: Move To 145 Not Permanent
“A lot of things led to my cutting down to 145. I was tired of waiting for a 155-pound title shot. It’s not a permanent weight cut (to featherweight). But a striker like myself and Aldo, it doesn’t really matter what weight class it happens at. It’s going to be fireworks either way.” UFC lightweight, […]
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VIDEO | Chael Sonnen’s Full “UFC Tonight” Interview
Chael Sonnen made his return to UFC Tonight after his devastating loss to UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones at UFC 159. Sonnen gives his undisputed opinion on the loss to Jones and calls out UFC legend Wanderlei Silva.
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Beflort: “I Deserve A Title Shot”
“Let me be clear, I am not looking for a rematch with anyone. What I want is the belt. It doesn’t matter who has it. I feel that I am starting my career right now. I feel young enough to keep fighting for a bunch more fights. I have been fighting and winning all the […]
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Playing Matchmaker: Cheick Kongo’s First Fights Outside The UFC
It’s official: Cheick Kongo and the Ultimate Fighting Championship are no longer affiliated with each other. After nearly seven years of working for the UFC and calling the octagon his home, Kongo is looking to pursue a career outside of Zuffa. Kongo’s first win over a big-name came after he defeated Mirko Cro Cop by […]
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TUNE IN ALERT: BJPENN.COM RADIO GOES LIVE AT 5:00 WITH WATSON, SAFFIEDINE, HEALY AND GASTELUM
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by UFC’s Burt Watson, Tarec Saffiedine, Pat Healy and Kelvin Gastelum. The BJPENN.COM RADIO show has finally changed its broadcasting platform, so to our regular listeners, disregard our […]
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BURT WATSON JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by the UFC’s personal hype man Burt Watson. Burt is kind of like the glue that holds the entire UFC promotion together and in the unprecedented interview we […]
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TAREC SAFFIEDINE JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by the last reigning Strikeforce champion to discuss his UFC debut and more. The BJPENN.COM RADIO show has finally changed its broadcasting platform, so to our regular listeners, […]
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TUF 17 CHAMP KELVIN GASTELUM JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by the Ultimate Fighter Season 17 winner, Kelvin Gastelum. Kelvin made waves during his time on the most recent season of the UFC’s reality series and we will […]
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VIDEO | Jorge Masvidal Wants Ranked Opponents, Eyes Jim Miller / Pat Healy For Easy Payday
Post UFC win over Tim Means, Jorge Masvidal calls out the winner of this weekends matchup between Pat Healy and Jim Miller
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VIDEO | The History of WMMA
From Youtube: This video was inspired by that time I hung out with and watched Kedzie & Kaufman get their celebrity on at the UFC 157 Weigh-ins, witnessing in person the historic moment that was Rousey vs Carmouche, Julie Kedzie’s Fightland blog and all of the incredible women fighters I’ve met over the past year. […]
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Longtime Heavyweight Cheick Kongo Removed From UFC Roster
After competing under the UFC banner for seven-straight years it looks as if the French-born Cheick Kongo has been released by the promotion following his most recent defeat at the hands of Roy Nelson this past Saturday. Kongo’s profile was recently removed from the active roster at UFC.com which likely signifies the termination of his contract. […]
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Chael Sonnen Calls Out Wanderlei Silva: Wants Revenge For “Dirt Bag” Move
“Wanderlei pulled a real dirt bag move on me one time. We’re in a van together, he mutters something at me, but I can’t understand what he’s saying for the life of me. Truly, I couldn’t understand him. He then puts this video on the Internet, with subtitles, because he knows I can’t understand him […]
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‘Shogun’ Rua Fully Prepared to Fight Nogueira
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion, Mauricio ‘Shogun’ Rua is set to take in Antonio Rogerio Nogueira in a rematch from a classic 2005 bout that saw Rua walk away with a decision win. Now, eight years later, Rua says that with a renewed staff, extensive training, and drive to once again defeat ‘Lil Nog’ he […]