UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey often looks extremely intimidating, and supremely confident during staredowns as well as during her walk to the Octagon. However even the undefeated champion admits that she has been thrown off during staredowns. “You know who was the smartest ever, to really f– with me in the staredown? Liz Carmouche. […]

Bigfoot Silva is gearing up for his UFC 184 bout against Frank Mir in February. Ahead of the bout, Bigfoot announced that he believes he has what it takes to become the first person to submit frank Mir in his professional MMA career. “That’s what I train for. I have to go in there confident […]

Since receiving a lifetime ban from the NSAC, Wanderlei Silva has taken a very direct, and oftentimes harsh approach when speaking out against the UFC. While many have been quick to criticize Wanderlei for his recent antics, Chael Sonnen believes that Wanderlei simply isn’t receiving any guidance from his management team. He spoke to BloodyElbow […]

Recently the UFC held their first event in Australia, UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs. Bisping, that saw Luke Rockhold capture a 2nd round submission win over Michael Bisping. The event was a success, and saw drew a live gate of $1.05 million according to the UFC at the post-fight press conference. The UFC has been […]

Earlier this month Frankie Edgar and Cub Swanson squared off in Austin Texas in a main event bout that had title implications. After battering Swanson for nearly 5 rounds, Edgar locked in a rear naked choke with just 4 seconds left. MMAFighting has received the ratings report from the UFC from the event, and the […]

UFC commentator Joe Rogan isn’t buying what Mickey Rourke is selling… Over the Holiday, acting legend Mickey Rourke returned to professional boxing, and finished his 29 year-old opponent in the second frame of action. (REPLAY HERE) Rogan is not impressed: “@phil2288: @joerogan https://t.co/QsF2I9UGeM what do you think about Rourke fighting?” That fight was faker than Jessica […]

“I like that, it’s good. “I think at this point a lot of people aren’t into it. Most fighters for the most part, they like to do steroids. So that’s too bad for them.” “I look at it like there’s ups and downs for fighters who are doing a lot of steroids, and you know, […]

Top UFC bantamweight fighter Bethe Correia may have just talked herself into a fight. The Brazilian based fighter just put her division champ, Ronda Rousey, on absolute blast. Check it: (Via MMAFighting.com) “I will knock Ronda out in the first round, but first I’ll do her a favor and knock that mole off her face […]

Vegas oddsmakers are showing no lover to Germany’s Dennis Siver. In a startling opening-line, the UFC Fight Night 59 main event boasts one of the most lopsided betting-odds in modern MMA history. Check the lines: (via BestFightOdds.com)  

  Hands down, Miesha Tate has given Ronda Rousey her toughest fight to-date. In their last bout it took the champ three-rounds to finish her foe, a first for the quick finishing Ronda Rousey. In a recent posting to her instagram, Tate made the call for a third encounter. Check it: “This time last year […]

Frankie “The Answer” Edgar wants his rematch against Jose Aldo, and according to this poll, you want the same. Check it: The numbers don't lie. I do it with my fighting not my talking. @ufc @danawhite @lorenzofertitta pic.twitter.com/PlaQULhlNG — Frankie Edgar (@FrankieEdgar) November 26, 2014 Were the McGregor fans properly heard?

  The Thanksgiving Holiday didn’t slow down the UFC’s matchmaking department. This week, we have confirmed the addition of several bout additions to upcoming events. As we previously reported on BJPENN.COM, Ryan Bader will face Phil Davis at UFC on FOX 14. Ian McCall vs. John Lineker is back on the books, this time though, […]

Fresh off his win over Michael Bisping, Luke Rockhold is looking to take the shortest path to a shot at UFC gold. The AKA trained fighter is going as far as, to train and prepare for a fight he doesn’t even have, just incase someone gets hurt. Check it: (Via MMAJunkie.com) “It’s a little premature […]

“After what happened, I improved my way of feeding and saw that I have to train more. I stopped eating junk food, now I’m eating athlete food. I used to eat a lot of pizza, pasta. I’m more disciplined and following my nutritionist’s orders.” Former UFC bantamweight champion, Renan Barao tells the Brazilian Media that […]

UFC welterweight legend, Matt Hughes is on the brink of making his EA UFC video game debut, and here’s his official game bio.

Top UFC flyweight fighter, Joseph Benavidez, and his UFC Fight Pass reporter girlfriend, Megan Olivi, have agreed to spend eternity together. News of the duo’s engagement broke yesterday, here’s their announcement. "I was wondering if you wouldn't mind marrying me too much…"❤️ pic.twitter.com/jXgBywlsj9 — Joseph Benavidez (@JoeJitsu) November 28, 2014 Congrats!

With thanksgiving in our rear view, the UFC’s Irish citizen, Conor McGregor, wanted to give his own thanks to his American fans, and grace us with his thankful thoughts. Check it: Happy thanksgiving to my American fans. I am thankful my division is full of easy fights and fast cash. Conor bless. — Conor McGregor […]

“I would never bring my belt out to the cage. When I fought Shogun, his brother Ninja Rua brought the belt out to the cage. And when I was in the cage and I saw Ninja was holding the belt over Shogun, I remember feeling this feeling in my heart that there was nothing in […]

“I want to get that loss back (against TUF 20’s Tecia Torres); that fight is definitely in the plan. That was a fluke in my fight game. I went in there not ready. I wasn’t prepared for that fight. Of course, I took a loss and I’ll take that loss and wear it. But I’m […]

“I don’t think about my abs that much, it’s just consequence of my hard work. I will be doing a different strategy for my next fight. I’m working with a doctor and a nutritionist, so instead of cutting 22 pounds on fight week, I lost 9 pounds of body fat and will only dehydrate 13 […]

Anthony Rumble Johnson has experienced a recent re-birthing of his career following a move from welterweight to light-heavyweight. Now just one win away from a title shot, “Rumble” revealed the secrets of his success: “I can eat. I can enjoy myself. I’m just having fun. That’s all that matters to me, right now. Big difference. […]

“That house starts to mess with you. It’s like a very strange messed up science experiment. It really is. They give you every opportunity for drama. You just get really wrapped up what’s right in front of you and it ends up being very dramatic. “I don’t feel like people acted like they would in […]

Exiled former WWE champ, CM Punk is making headlines this week for comments about his former employer, as they relate to Mixed Martial Arts, and the UFC. In an interview with the ‘Art of Wrestling Podcast‘ (transcribed by cageside seats), CM Punk gives some startling details about Vince McMahon’s view of “Ultimate Fighting”. Check it: […]