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Herrig on criticism: ‘I’m just going to keep being who I am’
Felice Herrig has often caught criticism from fans, and fellow fighters. Herring keeps a positive attitude about the criticism, and insists she will simply continue to be who she is. She spoke at the post-fight press conference to discuss her persona, and why she isn’t going to change for anyone. “I’ve always been who I […]
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“I saw a man afraid”
Conor McGregor has said for some time now that it is easy for him to detect fear on a man, and he can even smell the stench of fear (See that HERE). McGregor spoke recently about the controversial signing of Phil Brooks, also known as CM Punk, and why he believes CM Punk is afraid […]
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After retiring, Jamie Varner focused on creating fighters union
This past weekend at UFC on FOX 13, Jamie Varner retired after an unusual knockout. Now, with his career behind him, Varner says he’s focused on creating a fighters union for the current, and next generation of fighters. “I would love to start some type of union for fighters. mean, the sport is growing, and […]
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TWITTER BEEF: Ed Herman and Derek Brunson talk trash after cancelled bout
On Saturday night, Ed Herman was slated to face Derek Brunson at UFC on FOX 13 in Phoenix, however Brunson fell ill with food poisoning, and was unable to fight. In a mix-up, Ed Herman was not informed until right before his walkout. Brunson apologized on Twitter, however the next day the pair engaged in […]
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Booking Roundup: UFC books several bouts for upcoming events
The UFC has been especially busy this past week booking fights for upcoming shows. Catch up on all the matchmaking happenings below with BJPENN.com’s Booking Roundup! First up we have Neil Magny vs. Kiichi Kunimoto at UFC Fight Night 60 on February 14th in Colorado. Magny will come into the bout after going a perfect […]
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QUICK TWITT: Joe Rogan responds to request to fight CM Punk
Since the UFC announced the signing of CM Punk, many fans, and fighters have been requesting to fight the former WWE champion. In a hilarious request, UFC lightweight Joe Lauzon requested that UFC commentator Joe Rogan be the man to fight CM Punk and welcome him to the UFC. It is worth noting that Rogan […]
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Evans considering move to middleweight
Former UFC champion Rashad Evans has spent some time away from the Octagon while healing from knee surgery. ‘Suga’ has stated that he plans to return in early 2015, however no date, or opponent have been set. He joined Chael Sonnen on his podcast, ‘You’re Welcome! With Chael Sonnen’ to discuss the possibility of dropping […]
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Ricardo Lamas: ‘I Want That Fight Against McGregor’-Exclusive
UFC featherweight Ricardo Lamas came on BJPENN.COM Radio this past weekend and opened up about his current two fight win streak and who he wants to fight next. Check out some of the highlights below and make sure to listen to the interview in its entirety HERE. Lamas commented on his current success and life […]
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QUICK TWITT: Fear The Fighter brand threatening to sue Gegard Mousasi
MMA veteran, and UFC middleweight, Gegard Mousasi has recently been speaking out against the brand ‘Fear The Fighter’ for allegedly not paying him sponsorship money. Mousasi has consistently spoken out against the company on Twitter, encouraging other fighters who have yet to be paid, to speak out against the brand. Mousasi Tweeted this past weekend […]
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Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier trade verbal shots at UFC on FOX 13
During the UFC on FOX 13 broadcast, commentator Joe Rogan was joined live by UFC light heavyweight #1 contender Daniel Cormier, and joined by UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones via video chat, and as always…things got interesting. Check it out:
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Junior Dos Santos expects long career despite taking massive damage in recent fights
It is nearly impossible to ignore the recent damage taken to former UFC heavyweight champion Junior Dos Santos in his last two fights. In his rubber match against Cain Velasquez, Dos Santos received one of the worst ‘crimson masks’ in the history of the sport (See that HERE), and this past weekend, Dos Santos defeated […]
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Palhares to undergo surgery after submitting Fitch at WSOF 16
WSOF welterweight champion Rousimar Palhares quickly defeated Jon Fitch this past weekend after WSOF 16 in just 90 seconds with a slick kneebar. Palters revealed after the bout that he would need to undergo major surgery on his left knee, as well as possibly surgery for his shoulder. “I had some injuries. In fact, I […]
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UFC on FOX 13 viewership up significantly with 2.27 million average viewers
On Saturday night, fight fans saw an incredible night of fights topped off by a heavyweight bout between Junior Dos Santos and Stipe Miocic (See that HERE). The main card, which aired on FOX, drew in an incredible 2.27 million viewers according to TV By The Numbers. While this is just a preliminary figure, it […]
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Former UFC champ wants in on UFC lawsuit
Former UFC champion Sean Sherk appears to be interested in joining the list of fighters who are filing a class action lawsuit against the UFC. The rumor of a potential lawsuit was investigated and reported by BloodyElbow initially, who found that both current and former fighters will be looking to file a lawsuit against the […]
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BJPENN.com Radio Tonight At 7:30 P.M. PST: King Mo, Chad Macias, & Ozzy Dugulubgov
LISTEN LIVE HERE Our first guest is coming on to talk about his upcoming match up against Rolles Gracie at the 3rd annual, Grapple at the Garden presented by MusclePharm. Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal is kicking off the show and we will talk to him about the upcoming grappling match and what it means for […]
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Dana White: “I don’t see Junior fighting anytime soon”
Last night in the main event of UFC on FOX 13, fight fans saw Junior Dos Santos earn a very close decision win over Stipe Miocic that some even considered controversial. The fight left the former champion Dos Santos with a swollen eye, cheekbone, and several nasty cuts. UFC President Dana White spoke after the […]
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Frank Mir nearly retired after loss to Overeem
After a very one-sided loss to Alistair Overeem earlier this year, former heavyweight champion Frank Mir nearly retired. The 35 year-old has suffered losses in his last 4 Octagon appearances, with his losses coming to Alistair Overeem, Josh Barnett, Daniel Cormier, and Junior Dos Santos, respectively. Mir will look to get back in the win […]
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PHOTOS | Daron Cruickshank undergoes surgery for torn tear duct suffered in Noons bout
At The Ultimate Fighter 20 finale on Friday, Daron Cruickshank was poked in the eye twice. The eye pokes from KJ Noons ultimately forced ringside officials to stop the bout after Cruickshank began bleeding from the eye and insisted he couldn’t see from it. He posted the following images on Twitter, revealing a torn tear […]
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REPORT: Fighters to sue UFC for $100s of millions in class action lawsuit
BloodyElbow.com broke this story after a pair of their writers investigated rumors of a potential class action lawsuit against the UFC from both current fighters, and former fighters. This is what their investigation turned up: The class action lawsuit stems from the fighters believing that the UFC has abused its “market power” to force a […]
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PHOTO | Gabriel Gonzaga gets harsh text following Mitrione loss
Following his quick KO loss to Matt Mitrione at UFC on FOX 13, Gabriel Gonzaga returned to his locker room, where he found this strange, and harsh text message waiting for him. Based on research from some of Gonzaga’s followers, it appears that the phone number belongs to Daniel Marold, who used to be Gonzaga’s […]
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PHOTO | Nate’s post-fight message (NSFW)
Following a very one-sided loss to Rafael Dos Anjos last night at UFC on FOX 13, Nate Diaz revealed that he had been nursing several injuries going into the fight (See that HERE). Diaz then posted the following photo to his Instagram with a very vague caption of “P.O.W”. Given the Diaz brothers advocacy of […]
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Dana White: ‘Diaz needs to get serious about this sport, or retire’
Nate Diaz suffered a one-sided loss to Rafael Dos Anjos last night in the co-main event of UFC on FOX 13 that saw Diaz’ leg battered over the course of three rounds. Following the loss, UFC President Dana White said that Diaz needed to either get serious about the sport, or retire. “There’s a laundry […]
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Overeem planning to “Take some time off” following win over Struve
Last night at UFC on FOX 13, Alistair Overeem scored a first round TKO victory over Stefan Struve. The win improved Overeem’s record to 2-3 since returning from a 13-month suspension handed to him in 2011. At the post-fight press conference, he spoke about his desire to take some time off after the win. “We […]
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UFC gives Cris Cyborg VIP treatment at UFC on FOX 13
The UFC reportedly gave former UFC fighter Cris Cyborg a VIP treatment at UFC on FOX 13 after Cyborg requested seats to support her teammate, Ian Entwistle. According the MMAJunkie, who spoke to Cyborg’s manager, George Prajin, “Dana (White) made sure she was taken care of.” Cyborg ultimately ended up receiving cage-side seats for the […]
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QUICK TWITT: Pros react to Rafael Dos Anjos’ win over Nate Diaz
In the co-main event of UFC on FOX 13 last night, Rafael Dos Anjos put on a spectacular performance against Nate Diaz, battering the leg of Diaz over the course of 3-rounds to win a unanimous decision. Below is a compilation of Tweets from fighters regarding the bout. Let's go brother!!! #warDIAZ @natediaz209 http://t.co/vBbcnIGMwG — […]
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Dana White: Gadelha’s late punch was “Totally different scenario” than Paul Daley’s
Yesterday in the main event of the preliminary card of UFC on FOX 13, Claudia Gadelha tagged Joanna Jedrzejczyk with a strong punch after the bout ended. The blow was reminiscent of the one Paul ‘Semtex’ Daley landed on Josh Koscheck in 2010 that ultimately saw Daley handed his walking papers, and receiving a lifetime […]
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QUICK TWITT: Pros react to Junior Dos Santos’ win over Stipe Miocic
At UFC on FOX 13 last night, an incredible night of fights was capped off by a 5-round war between Junior Dos Santos Cigano, and Stipe Miocic that ultimately saw JDS given the nod by all 3 judges in what some are considering a controversial win for the former champ. Below is a compilation of […]
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REPLAY! UFC on FOX 13 post-fight press conference highlights
Following an action packed night of fights in Phoenix Arizona, the stars of UFC on FOX 13 joined UFC President Dana White, and media members, at the post-fight press conference. Check out the highlights below: