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UFN 21 - Andre Winner welcomes a stand-up battle with Rafaello Olivera
British UFC lightweight, Andre Winner has welcomed a stand-up war with his opponent at UFC Fight Night 21 on March 31st in North Carolina, Rafaello Olivera, saying he’s prepared to stand and trade with anyone at 155 pounds.
Mar 11th
UFC 111 - Georges St. Pierre discusses showdown with Hardy (video)
UFC welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre talks about his upcoming fight with Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy at UFC 111 on March 27th in Newark, New Jersey.
Mar 11th
UFC 111 - Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy impersonates Georges St. Pierre
Brash Brit, Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy takes a pop at welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre ahead of their UFC 111 showdown in Newark, New Jersey by impersonating the Canadian.
Mar 11th
UFC 111 - Georges St. Pierre puts together super camp for Hardy fight
UFC welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre has put together a super camp ahead of his latest title defence latest this month against brash Brit, Dan Hardy, meaning he’ll be ready like never before for the challenge ahead.
Mar 11th
L.C. Davis enjoying making waves in the WEC featherweight division
WEC featherweight, L.C. Davis has been speaking about his latest success inside the cage, a majority decision win over Deividas Taurosevicius this past weekend in Columbus, Ohio, saying he’s excited to be on the run he’s on at the minute.
Mar 11th
UFC 111 - St. Pierre plans to use UFC Primetime trash talk as motivation
UFC welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre has revealed that he will be keeping a close on the three part UFC Primetime series over the next few weeks in the build up to his championship clash with Brit, Dan Hardy, saying he plans to use the trash talking of “The Outlaw” as his own motivation.
Mar 11th
Scott Coker says it was an honour to have Herschel Walker fight for them
Much has been made over the past few weeks on the decision to allow forty seven year old former NFL great, Herschel Walker to make his MMA debut in a Strikeforce cage. The man who made that decision was CEO, Scott Coker, describing it now as an honour.
Mar 11th
UFC 111 reaches fever pitch as event in New Jersey completely sells out
The UFC’s March 27th show in Newark, New Jersey, headlined by the welterweight title clash between champion, Georges St. Pierre and brash Brit, Dan Hardy, has completely sold out according to President, Dana White.
Mar 11th
The MMA Hour returns with Jens Pulver and Miesha Tate (video)
The MMA Hour has finally returned after two months away for a revamped thirty first edition in New York City. This time the team are joined by WEC star, Jens Pulver to discuss his latest defeat in the cage and whether it’s time to hang up those gloves for good. Later on women’s MMA star, Miesha Tate speaks about her upcoming fight with Zoila Frausto, as well as Sarah Kaufman and Gina Carano.
Mar 11th
UFC teams up with Japanese network to air UFC Fight Night 21 for free
The UFC have today held a press conference in Japan to announce the promotion will be airing this months UFC Fight Night 21 event on TV Tokyo, one of the countries smallest free-to-air broadcast networks.
Mar 11th
Jones and Vera admit a move to heavyweight could be in their future
UFC light heavyweights, Jon “Bones” Jones and Brandon “The Truth” Vera have both admitted ahead of their showdown in Broomfield, Colorado that a move up to heavyweight may lie in both their futures.
Mar 10th
Wanderlei Silva return to party in Las Vegas, comments on recent win
Former PRIDE champion, Wanderlei Silva returns to Las Vegas for a party to celebrate his return to the winner’s circle, as well as commenting on how close the fight with Michael Bisping really was.
Mar 10th
Dan Hardy comments on the UFC’s decision to air-brush out his tattoos
UFC welterweight number one contender, Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy has commented on the decision by the promotion to air-brush out his stomach tattoos and remove his trademark red Mohawk on their revamped poster.
Mar 10th
WEC keen to hold annual Columbus, Ohio slot following successful event
WEC General Manager, Reed Harris has revealed that the promotion had such a successful weekend in Columbus, Ohio that their looking to secure the slot for next year already.
Mar 10th
Countdown to UFC on Versus - Junior dos Santos vs. Gabriel Gonzaga
Check out this Countdown to UFC on Versus video preview, featuring heavyweight stars, Junior dos Santos and Gabriel Gonzaga ahead of their showdown in Broomfield, Colorado on March 21st.
Mar 10th
Countdown to UFC on Versus - Cheick Kongo vs. Paul Buentello
Check out this short video featuring the build up to the heavyweight clash between Cheick Kongo and Paul Buentello as featured on the Countdown to UFC on Versus show.
Mar 10th
UFC Primetime highlights featuring Georges St. Pierre and Dan Hardy
Check out these short video highlights taken from the debut episode of UFC Primetime, set to air on SPIKE TV tonight, featuring welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre and Dan Hardy.
Mar 10th
UFN 21 - Ross Pearson talks about valuable lessons in life (video)
“Ultimate Fighter” season nine lightweight winner, Ross Pearson not only talks about his upcoming fight with Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 21 on March 31st, but shedding the extra baggage in his life following his rise to fame.
Mar 10th
Paulo Thiago confirms fight with Kampmann at UFC 115 on June 12th
Brazilian UFC welterweight, Paulo Thiago has confirmed that he will square off with dangerous all-rounder, Martin Kampmann at UFC 115 on June 12th in Vancouver, Canada.
Mar 10th
Soszynski expected result to stand, thinks a rematch will go his way too
UFC light heavyweight, Krzysztof Soszynski has been speaking about the news today that the result from the fight between him and Stephan Bonnar from last month’s event in Australia will stand despite the controversial way it ended.
Mar 10th
Nick Diaz vs. Cung Le the latest spectacle featured on E.A. Sports game
What would be a highly anticipated middleweight clash between current Strikeforce champion, Nick Diaz and the man who vacated the title, Cung Le has become the latest fight featured in EA Sports MMA video game screen shots.
Mar 10th
MMA Apparel offer free shipping on Michael Bisping walkout t-shirt
To celebrate the war between UK middleweight, Michael “The Count” Bisping and Wanderlei Silva this weekend at UFC 110 in Sydney, Australia, MMA Apparel are offering free shipping on the Brit’s walkout t-shirt, as well as that of Wolfslair team mate, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson.
Mar 10th
“The Ultimate Fighter” season twelve tryouts set for April 1st in Charlotte
The tryouts for season twelve of “The Ultimate Fighter” are set to set underway the day after the premiere episode of season eleven airs on SPIKE TV, with officials announcing fighters in two weight classes will be welcome.
Mar 10th
UFC 111 - St. Pierre reveals he has no interest in fighting Penn again
UFC welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre talks about improving as a fighter and explains he has no interest in fighting 155 pound champion, B.J. Penn again.
Mar 10th
Juanito Ibarra warns UFC superstars: James Toney is a born fighter
Juanito Ibarra, the man credited for improving the stand-up skills of former, UFC light heavyweight champion, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, has been speaking about potential surprise package boxing champion, James Toney will be when he steps inside the octagon, saying the man is a born fighter.
Mar 10th
Anthony Pettis admits he didn’t expect to get the knockout over Castillo
WEC lightweight, Anthony Pettis has been speaking about his spectacular knockout win over Danny Castillo this past weekend at WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio, admitting he never expected the fight to end like that.
Mar 10th
UFC 111 - Bisping insists all the pressure is on St. Pierre against Hardy
UFC middleweight contender, Michael “The Count” Bisping has been giving his thoughts on his fellow countryman, Dan Hardy and “The Outlaw’s” chances against welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre later this month, saying the Canadian has all the pressure firmly on his shoulders.
Mar 10th
UFC 111 - Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy video blog (part two)
Check out the progress of UFC welterweight number one contender, Dan Hardy ahead of his title clash later this month with Georges St. Pierre in Newark, New Jersey. This time we find “The Outlaw” training with Matt Serra’s long time trainer, Ray Longo.
Mar 10th
Bonnar loses appeal against Soszynski result, rematch in June expected
UFC light heavyweight maverick, Stephan Bonnar has lost his appeal to overturn the controversial UFC 110 third round stoppage loss to Krzystztof Soszynski last month in Sydney, Australia.
Mar 10th
UFC 112 - Paul Kelly accepts Matt Veach will come out the blocks flying
UK UFC lightweight, Paul Kelly has revealed he’s expecting his opponent at UFC 112, Matt Veach to come out the blocks flying when the pair meet on April 10th, revealing he’s not arsed if he loses the first round.
Mar 10th
Listen to Couture’s views on Fedor Emelianenko vs. Fabricio Werdum
Here’s your chance to listen to what UFC “Hall of Famer”, Randy Couture had to say about the possibility of a fight between WAMMA heavyweight champion, Fedor Emelianenko and Fabricio Werdum.
Mar 10th
Mike Swick changes his tune over Dan Hardy, says he can “definitely win”
UFC welterweight, Mike “Quick” Swick has seemingly done a u-turn on his opinion on UK star, Dan Hardy receiving a shot at the title, saying “The Outlaw” can definitely win the fight and he’s excited to see it.
Mar 10th
UFC 111 - St. Pierre says he can win anywhere, Hardy set to give GSP hell
The main event stars at UFC 111 on March 27th, Georges St. Pierre and Dan Hardy begin their “war of words” in earnest tonight on the first of a three part UFC Primetime series, following the fighters right up till the moment they step inside the cage.
Mar 10th
UFC face difficult decision over June 12th event in Vancouver, Canada
Just a few months remain before the UFC’s first ever trip to the hotbed of MMA that is Vancouver, Canada and yet the city is still to legalise the sport. This could ultimately force the promotion to scrap the idea of an event there for the time being, costing the city millions in revenue.
Mar 10th
UFC 111 - Jim Miller looking forward to hometown fight with Bocek
UFC lightweight, Jim Miller has been giving his thoughts ahead of his latest foray into the octagon, this time in his hometown of Newark, New Jersey against Canadian, Mark Bocek, insisting the fight is business as usual as far as he’s concerned.
Mar 10th
Brendan Schaub announced as latest bonus character on Undisputed
A third member of “The Ultimate Fighter” season ten cast, Brendan Schaub has been announced as a bonus character for the forth coming UFC 2010: Undisputed video game, set to hit our shelves on May 27th worldwide.
Mar 10th
UFC on Versus - Duane Ludwig vs. Darren Elkins official for Colorado
A lightweight contest between veteran, Duane “Bang” Ludwig and octagon newcomer, Darren Elkins has today been made official for the UFC on Versus card set to go down March 21st in Broomfield, Colorado.
Mar 10th
UFN 21 - Rob Emerson vs. Nik Lentz made official for North Carolina
A lightweight contest between former “Ultimate Fighter” reality star, Rob Emerson and promising up and comer, Nik Lentz has today been made official for the preliminary card of UFC Fight Night 21 on March 31st in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Mar 10th
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Mar 10th
UFC Primetime returns with St. Pierre vs. Hardy tomorrow night (video)
The highly anticipated UFC Primetime series featuring welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre and challenger, Dan Hardy gets underway tomorrow night ahead of their March 27th showdown in Newark, New Jersey.
Mar 9th
Scott Coker reveals Strikeforce are set to add another fight to April 17th
Strikeforce CEO, Scott Coker has revealed that the promotion will be putting on a fourth fight of interest on their April 17th fight card in Nashville, Tennessee alongside the three title fights that have already been announced.
Mar 9th
UFC on Versus - Vera and Jones both happy to be labelled top prospects
UFC light heavyweights, Brandon Vera and Jon Jones have both explained their happy to be labelled top prospects ahead of their March 21st showdown in Broomfield, Colorado on March 21st, explaining their focused on the job at hand.
Mar 9th
“Shogun” Rua celebrates Wanderlei win, backs Silva to defeat Maia
UFC light heavyweight number one contender, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua has commented on former Chute Boxe team mate, Wanderlei Silva and his recent win at UFC 110, as well as picking Anderson Silva to triumph over submission wizard, Demian Maia at UFC 112.
Mar 9th
UFC 115 - Matt Wiman vs. Mac Danzig in the works for Vancouver
A lightweight battle between two former “Ultimate Fighter” contestants, Matt Wiman and Mac Danzig looks set to go down at UFC 115 on June 12th in Vancouver, Canada.
Mar 9th
UFC middleweight, Gerald Harris pranks Pat Barry (video)
Explosive UFC middleweight wrestler, Gerald Harris decides it’s a good idea to prank heavyweight slugger, Pat Barry. Check it out to find out if he gets away with it.
Mar 9th
Sean Shelby reveals Joseph Benavidez not guaranteed next title shot
Joseph Benavidez may have raised many eyebrows with his impressive victory over former WEC bantamweight champion Miguel Torres at WEC 47, but it might not have been enough to guarantee him a shot at the newly crowned division champion Dominick Cruz just yet.
Mar 9th
Nogueira’s manager says his fighter wants a rematch with Frank Mir
Jorge Guimarães - manager of some of the biggest names in MMA such as Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida and the Nogueira brothers – has spoken about the future of UFC heavyweight Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira as well as discussing other Brazilian fighters.
Mar 9th
UFC 115 - Martin Kampmann vs. Paulo Thiago possible for Vancouver
UFC welterweights, Martin “The Hitman” Kampmann and Paulo Thiago look set to meet at UFC 115 on June 12th in Vancouver, Canada according to the latest report.
Mar 9th
UFC 111 - Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy video blog (part one)
UFC welterweight number one contender, Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy blogs about his first few days in America ahead of his fight later this month with Georges St. Pierre in Newark, New Jersey.
Mar 9th
James Toney says Couture will be in a “lose-lose” situation against him
Recently signed to the Las Vegas based promotion, James “Light’s Out” Toney has been speaking about a proposed fight against UFC “Hall of Famer”, Randy Couture, saying the five time champion would be in a lose-lose situation against him.
Mar 9th
UFC announce long-term television deal with Asia’s All Sports Network
The UFC have today announced a long-term deal with Asia’s All Sports Network, a 24-hour high-definition sports channel which is aired throughout Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Macau, Indonesia, Brunei, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand.
Mar 9th
Scott Coker happy so far, insists Strikeforce are in this for the long haul
Strikeforce CEO, Scott Coker has been speaking about the recent progress the promotion has made in the world of MMA over the past twelve months, revealing he’s happy with where they are but insisting the promotion is in this for the long haul.
Mar 9th
Mousasi's manager, Apy Echteld says don’t make the Armenian angry
Apy Echteld, the manager of Strikeforce light heavyweight champion, Gegard Mousasi has warned the Armenia’s next opponent, Muhammed “King Mo” Lawal not to make him angry.
Mar 9th
Joey Beltran talks about his octagon debut win and Dominick Cruz
UFC heavyweight, Joey Belltran talks about his octagon debut win this past February over Rolles Gracie as well as the recent success of team mate, Dominick Cruz in the WEC’s 135 pound division.
Mar 9th
UFC on Versus - Sakara says Irvin may struggle at middleweight at first
Italian UFC middleweight, Alessio Sakara has given his thoughts ahead of his UFC on Versus showdown with James Irvin on March 21st in Broomfield, Colorado, saying he will hold the advantage on the night having fought at 185 pounds for some time now.
Mar 9th
Jens Pulver admits he never thought he would go out like this
MMA legend, Jens “Lil Evil” Pulver has been speaking about standing on the precipice of his career following seven losses in his last eight fights, admitting he never thought he’d go out like this.
Mar 9th
Strikeforce & M-1 Global close to agreement, Fedor could return in June
According to a report that’s surfaced earlier today, Strikeforce and M-1 Global are in the final stages of agreeing a revised deal which will see the then co-promote events in the United States during 2010, as well as see the return of number one ranked heavyweight, Fedor Emelianenko.
Mar 9th
Scott Jorgensen puts himself forward for the first shot at Cruz’ title
WEC bantamweight contender, Scott Jorgensen has thrown his name into the hat for the first shot at Dominick Cruz’ newly acquired title following his own success at the weekend, his third win in as many fights.
Mar 9th
Zelaznik reveals Terry Etim could be two wins away from a title shot
UK UFC President, Marshall Zelaznik has revealed that British lightweight, Terry Etim could be just two wins away from a shot at the title, starting with his April 10th showdown with dangerous Brazilian, Rafael dos Anjos.
Mar 9th
Penn reveals Dana is looking for him to move up to welterweight soon
Lightweight champion, B.J. Penn has revealed that UFC President, Dana White has spoken to him recently about moving back up in weight before the end of the year, but the Hawaiian explained he’s not overlooking his next opponent at 155 pounds, Frankie Edgar.
Mar 9th
Urijah Faber not a fan of Lesnar or Cruz; wants rematch with Griffin
Former WEC featherweight champion, Urijah Faber reveals he’s not a fan of either UFC heavyweight champion, Brock Lesnar or newly crowned WEC 135 pound king pin, Dominick Cruz, as well as stating he wants a rematch with lightweight, Tyson Griffin down the line.
Mar 9th
WEC 47 - Watch the “Fight of the Night” battle between Garcia and Roop
The world missed out on seeing the “Fight of the Night” battle between WEC featherweights, Leonard Garcia and George Roop on Saturday night due to the length of the fight. Here’s your chance to watch this back-and-forth contest it in its entirety.
Mar 9th
“Kimbo” vs. Mitrione official for May, Couture vs. Toney gathers speed
The heavyweight clash between “Ultimate Fighter” season ten cast members, Kevin “Kimbo Slice” Ferguson and Matt Mitrione has finally been made official for UFC 113 putting to bed rumours that the former street fighter was set to take on heavyweight boxing champion, James “Light’s Out” Toney.
Mar 9th
Joseph Benavidez remains patient, hints that title shot may not be next
WEC bantamweight contender, Joseph Benavidez has been speaking about the possibility of facing newly crowned champion, Dominick Cruz for his title next time out, but according to the Team Alpha Male fighter things may not be that straight forward.
Mar 9th
Cung Le returns to training, targets future rematch with Scott Smith
Former Strikeforce middleweight champion, Cung Le has revealed that he’s returned to training ahead of a return to the cage and that he wants a rematch wit the only man to defeat him, heavy handed Scott Smith.
Mar 9th
Couture: At some point Fedor’s going to have to step up against the best
UFC “Hall of Famer”, Randy Couture has waded in on the Fedor debate following the news that the Russian’s latest fight with Fabricio Werdum was set to be pushed back further down the 2010 calendar, saying at some point the former PRIDE champion will have to face the best in the division.
Mar 9th
Mike “Quick” Swick undergoes surgery to put right “pretty bad” elbow
UFC welterweight, Mike “Quick” Swick has undergone surgery on his elbow as expected this week to put right damage sustained during his UFC 109 loss to Paulo Thiago at UFC 109 last month, with the extent of the damage being more severe than first feared.
Mar 9th
Despite another loss inside the cage, Jens Pulver insists: “I’m not done”
Former UFC lightweight champion, Jens “Lil Evil” Pulver has insisted his career is not over inside the cage despite losing yet again this past weekend at WEC 47 to Cuban submission artist, Javier Vazquez.
Mar 9th
Anderson Silva: First and foremost Vitor Belfort was never my friend
UFC middleweight champion, Anderson Silva has spoken about the notion that he was once friends with top contender, Vitor Belfort, saying unlike a whole host of other Brazilian’s he has no problem facing “The Phenom”.
Mar 8th
UFC 111 - Andre Winner warns GSP: Don’t expect any quit out of Hardy
UFC lightweight, Andre Winner has given his thought on the upcoming fight between welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre and his Team Rough House stable mate, Dan Hardy, warning the Canadian not to expect any quit in the plucky Brit.
Mar 8th
Tim Sylvia vs. Mariusz Pudzianowski event pushed back to May 21st
The upcoming MMA event featuring the heavyweight showdown between former UFC champion, Tim Sylvia and five-time World Strongest Man, Mariusz Pudzianowski has seemingly been moved back from April 23rd to May 21st.
Mar 8th
UFC 115 - Dunham in no man’s land ahead of showdown with Griffin
Undefeated UFC lightweight, Evan Dunham has been speaking about his preparations ahead of his UFC 115 showdown with former Xtreme Couture team mate, Tyson Griffin, saying he’s not quite sure what he’s going to be doing.
Mar 8th
UFC 111 - Georges St. Pierre breaks down his fight with Dan Hardy
UFC welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre breaks down his latest title defence, this time against British stand-out, Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy on March 27th in Newark, New Jersey.
Mar 8th
WEC 47 - Joseph Benavidez tops the salary list in Columbus with $29,000
WEC bantamweight Joseph Benavidez took home the biggest pay cheque from Columbus, Ohio this past weekend, pocketing $29,000 for his upset win over former champion, Miguel Torres in the co-main event.
Mar 8th
UFC 114 - “Rampage” admits UFC takes better care of him than PRIDE
Former UFC light heavyweight champion, Quinton “Rampage” Jackson has been forced to admit that the UFC take better care of their fighters than PRIDE ever did, recalling you would have to take yourself to hospital over in Japan.
Mar 8th
EXCLUSIVE interview with TUF 10 winner, Roy “Big Country” Nelson
MMABay sat down this week for an EXCLUSIVE interview with “Ultimate Fighter” season ten winner, Roy “Big Country” Nelson. We asked the Las Vegas native about his time on the show, his preparations for his March 31st showdown with six-foot-eleven, Stefan Struve and his plans for the future.
Mar 8th
Cesar Gracie comments on Jake Shields, Gilbert Melendez and Nick Diaz
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend, Cesar Gracie has comments on the future of the three Strikeforce champions currently under his wing, including that of middleweight king-pin, Jake Shields.
Mar 8th
Brian Bowles and Miguel Torres issued lengthy medical suspensions
Both Brian Bowles and Miguel Torres have been issued with lengthy medical suspensions coming out of WEC 47 this past weekend in Columbus, Ohio, with both men requiring doctor’s clearance before they can return to action.
Mar 8th
UFC 111 - Ben Saunders expecting a tough fight against Ellenberger
UFC welterweight, Ben Saunders has been speaking ahead of his UFC 111 showdown with heavy hitting, Jake Ellenberger on March 27th in Newark, New Jersey, saying he’s expecting a very tough fight on the night.
Mar 8th
James Toney reveals he plans to be a force in both boxing and MMA
Heavyweight boxing champion, James “Light’s Out” Toney has revealed he plans to be a force in both the worlds of boxing and MMA after signing a lucrative contract with the UFC last week, although he admitted that boxing will remain his priority.
Mar 8th
UFC 113 - “Shogun” Rua expects to see a different Machida this time
UFC light heavyweight number one contender, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua has given his thoughts on his upcoming rematch with Lyoto Machida at UFC 114 on May 8th in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, saying he expects the karate expert to come up with a different game plan this time around.
Mar 8th
UFC on Versus - Vera expects to submit Jones if it hits the ground
UFC light heavyweight contender, Brandon “The Truth” Vera has explained that he expects to submit Jon Jones if the talented wrestler decides to take their fight to the ground on March 21st, revealing he’s tightened up his submission game over the past year.
Mar 8th
Jake Shields says: “Hendo has more power, I have stronger Jiu-Jitsu”
Strikeforce middleweight champion, Jake Shields is looking forward to an exciting showdown with former UFC and PRIDE veteran, Dan Henderson next month, saying both men have an edge in their respective areas.
Mar 8th
Villasenor eager to step into the Strikeforce cage and challenge the best
Brazilian middleweight, Joey Villasenor has given his thoughts on signing a new contract with the California based Strikeforce promotion, as well as indicating that the next time we should see him compete is in May at a yet to be announced event in St. Louis, Missouri.
Mar 8th
UFC 111 - Dan Hardy comments on Primetime camera crew & his tattoo
UFC welterweight number one contender, Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy has been blogging again, this time about the Primetime series camera’s that have been following him about the past few weeks. The Brit also talks about the UFC’s decision to airbrush out his tattoo, a decision “The Outlaw” isn’t overly impressed by.
Mar 8th
Dominick Cruz ready for anything the WEC throw at him in the future
Newly crowned bantamweight champ, Dominick Cruz has explained he was prepared to do anything to realise his dream and capture the gold this past weekend at WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio, as well as saying he’s ready for anything the promotion throw at him in the coming months.
Mar 8th
Joseph Benavidez leaves Miguel Torres cut to pieces at WEC 47
Sickening pictures of former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres have emerged since his fight with Joseph Benavidez this past Saturday night detailing the extent of the damage sustained.
Mar 8th
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Mar 8th
Fedor injures hand in training, could be out for prolonged period of time
MMABay Radio can EXCLUSIVELY reveal that WAMMA heavyweight champion, Fedor Emelianenko has suffered a hand injury in training that could see him sidelined for a number of months, putting his latest fight with Fabricio Werdum in doubt.
Mar 7th
Download MMABay Radio featuring TUF 10 finalist, Brendan Schaub!!!
Listen to MMABay Radio show recorded earlier today featuring Lee Honish, Chris Greenman, Issac Kuhlman and of course, Michael Pepper. This week the team is joined by “Ultimate Fighter” season ten finalist, Brendan Schaub ahead of his fight on March 21st with Chase Gormley.
Mar 7th
UFC 112 - Alexander Gustafsson looking for the knockout against Davis
UFC light heavyweight, Alexander Gustafsson has given his thoughts on his upcoming showdown with impressive All-American wrestler, Phil Davis set for the unusual surroundings of UFC 112 on April 10th in Abu Dhabi, saying he’s looking to win the fight on the feet.
Mar 7th
EXCLUSIVE: Randy Couture hints that Toney will be his next fight
UFC legend, Randy “The Natural” Couture has EXCLUSIVELY revealed to MMABay Radio while at the Arnold Exhibition in Columbus, Ohio that he thinks his next fight inside the octagon will come against heavyweight champion, James “Light’s Out” Toney.
Mar 7th
UFC 114 - Rogerio Nogueira ready for another “easy opponent” in Vegas
Former PRIDE superstar, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira has been speaking ahead of his latest foray into the UFC’s octagon, saying he’s ready for another “easy opponent” when he competes on May 29th.
Mar 7th
MMABay Radio special guest today: TUF 10 finalist, Brendan Schaub!!!
MMABay Radio welcomes “Ultimate Fighter” season ten finalist, Brendan Schaub to the show later on today ahead of his UFC on Versus 1 showdown with heavy hitter, Chase Gormley on March 21st in Broomfield, Colorado.
Mar 7th
Dominick Cruz lacks no confidence ahead of possible Benavidez rematch
Newly crowned WEC bantamweight champion, Dominick Cruz speaks with confidence about taking on number one contender, Joseph Benavidez in a rematch of their August 2009 pitched battle.
Mar 7th
Joseph Benavidez says he called the guillotine against Torres (video)
WEC bantamweight livewire, Joseph Benavidez reveals he predicted the use of the guillotine choke would bring his fight last night with Miguel Torres at WEC 47 to a premature end and hand him the biggest win of his career.
Mar 7th
Reed Harris gives his thoughts on WEC 47 from Columbus, Ohio (video)
WEC General Manager, Reed Harris gives his thoughts on another action packed, unpredictable night of action inside the cage, this time from Columbus, Ohio.
Mar 7th
Harris says he’d be concerned if Pulver wanted to continue his career
WEC General Manager, Reed Harris has revealed that he’d be concerned for the well-being of former UFC lightweight champion, Jens Pulver if “Lil Evil” decided he wanted to continue his career in MMA following his most recent defeat.
Mar 7th
Jorge Santiago outlasts Mamed Khalidov to retain middleweight title
Sengoku middleweight champion, Jorge Santiago tonight went the distance to defend his title against Polish powerhouse, Mamed Khalidov at Sengoku 12 in Tokyo, Japan.
Mar 7th
Following wins in Ohio Cruz and Benavidez open to rematch for the title
Triumphant WEC 47 underdogs, Dominick Cruz and Joesph Benavidez has both indicated that they would be open to rematch their WEC 42 slugfest from back in August, only this time the bantamweight title will be on the line.
Mar 7th
UFC 112 - Paul Kelly: Matt Veach is “crazy” if he thinks he can beat me
UFC lightweight, Paul Kelly has labelled his opponent at UFC 112, Matt Veach “crazy” if he thinks he can pull off the win when the pair meet under the stars on April 10th in Abu Dhabi.
Mar 7th
WEC 47 - Pictures emerge of Brian Bowles badly broken right hand
Former WEC bantamweight champion, Brian Bowles has released pictures of his badly broken right hand while sat in a Columbus, Ohio hospital just hours after losing his title to Dominick Cruz at WEC 47.
Mar 7th
Ohio event the fifth highest ever attendance in WEC history, return likely
WEC General Manager, Reed Harris revealed the attendance figures for this weekend’s WEC 47 event in Columbus, Ohio were a “little better than expected”, reaching 8,345 on the night, as well as signalling a return in 2011 was on the cards.
Mar 7th
MMABay’s Sunday supplement: The James Toney experiment
Popular opinion on James Toney competing in the world famous Octagon may be overwhelmingly negative, but the ‘Kimbo Slice Factor’ has proved that curiosity is still king when it comes to making money in MMA. If Toney fighting in the UFC is unavoidable, then we might as well get used to it…
Mar 7th
Chan Sung “The Zombie Killer” Jung signs multi-fight deal with the WEC
World Extreme Cagefighting has not only been busy this week with their event in Columbus, Ohio, snapping up top-rated Korean featherweight stand-out, Chan Sung Jung in a six fight deal with the promotion.
Mar 7th
WEC 47 - Garcia, Roop, Pettis and Benavidez pick up $10,000 extra
The customary fight bonuses were handed out tonight t the post fight press conference in Columbus, Ohio following WEC 47 with a number of high profile fighters going home $10,000 better off.
Mar 7th
James Toney on the UFC, Dana White, “Kimbo Slice” and more (video)
Heavyweight boxing champion and the newest member of the UFC roster, James “Light’s Out” Toney gives his thoughts on the promotion, its President, Dana White and his rumoured first opponent, “Kimbo Slice”.
Mar 7th
Watch the WEC 47 post fight press conference on MMABay!!!
Watch the WEC 47 post fight press conference on MMABay.. Tune in to see what Dominick Cruz, Brian Bowles, Joseph Benavidez and Miguel Torres have to say about what the world witnessed in Columbus, Ohio earlier tonight.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Dominick Cruz crowned new bantamweight champion in Ohio
Dominick Cruz tonight realised his dream and became the WEC bantamweight champion of the world at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio after his opponent, Brian Bowles failed to answer the bell at the beginning of round three.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Benavidez picks up second round submission win over Torres
Joseph Benavidez tonight shocked the world, pulling off a second round submission win over former bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47 to set up a possible fight for the title down the road.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Pulver loses via first-round arm bar, says career likely over
Former UFC lightweight champion, Jens “Lil Evil” Pulver continued his bad run of form tonight inside the cage when he was submitted in the first round by Cuban fighter, Javier Vazquez with an arm bar.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - L.C. Davis defeats Taurosevicius via majority decision in Ohio
Talented wrestler, L.C. Davis pulled off the biggest win of his career tonight in Columbus, Ohio, defeating top rated featherweight, Deividas Taurosevicius via majority decision to move one step closer to a shot at the title.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Palaszewski turns it around for a quick win over Darabedyan
WEC lightweight, Bart Palaszewski survived an early scare tonight in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47 to defeat talented Armenian, Karen Darabedyan via first round submission to kick off the televised portion of the show.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Preliminary card round-up from Columbus, Ohio
Six bouts tonight kicked off WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio producing the normal mixed bag of results, including quick finishes, controversial decisions and exciting back-and-forth action. For more on what went down on the untelevised portion, check out this round-up.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - After string of losses Pulver knew retirement wasn’t the answer
Former UFC lightweight champion, Jens Pulver has suffered the kind of run that would make a normal fighter question whether they had a future in the sport. Despite this however “Lil Evil” knew that retirement was never the answer.
Mar 6th
Couture gives props to James Toney for stepping into the world of MMA
Five time UFC champion, Randy “The Natural” Couture has praised James “Light’s Out” Toney for being the first high profile boxer to step up and take on the best the world of MMA has to offer by joining the ranks of the UFC.
Mar 6th
UFC 111 - Shane Carwin feeling the pressure ahead of interim title fight
UFC heavyweight contender, Shane Carwin has admitted he’s feeling the pressure over the past month since the birth of his daughter, just weeks before the biggest fight of his career against Frank Mir in Newark, New Jersey.
Mar 6th
Urijah Faber breaks down the chances of Team Alpha Male team mates
Former WEC featherweight champion, Urijah Faber breaks down the chances of Team Alpha Male team mates, Joseph Benavidez, Chad Mendes and Danny Castillo who are all in action tonight at WEC 47 in Columbus, Ohio.
Mar 6th
UFC 113 - Tim Credeur longs for the good old days of “no holds barred”
UFC middleweight livewire, Tim Credeur has made a case for the good old days of “no holds barred” combat, saying he’d probably have to go outside the United States if he wanted to be involved in something like that these days.
Mar 6th
Matt Serra talks about his recent knockout win over Frank Trigg (video)
Former UFC welterweight champion, Matt “The Terror” Serra talks about his UFC 109 knockout win loast month over Frank Trigg and his plans for the future inside the octagon.
Mar 6th
UFC 114 - Forrest Griffin says his Jiu-Jitsu is just as good as Nogueira’s
Former UFC light heavyweight champion, Forrest Griffin has given his thoughts on his upcoming showdown in May with Antonio Rogerio Nogueira, saying he has better wrestling skills than the Brazilian and his Jiu-Jitsu is just as good.
Mar 6th
Anthony “Rumble” Johnson talks about his recent injury woes (video)
UFC welterweight heavy hitter, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson talks more about the recent injury that forced him to withdraw from his UFC Fight Night 21 grudge match with John Howard.
Mar 6th
UFC 111 - Matt Riddle talks about recent defeat and fight with Greg Soto
UFC welterweight, Matt Riddle has spoken out about his November loss to Nick Osipczak over in England, saying nothing went right for him on the night, as well as his plans to get back to winning ways later this month at UFC 111 against Greg Soto.
Mar 6th
Alistair Overeem set to compete in a K-1 kickboxing match on April 3rd
Strikeforce heavyweight champion, Alistair Overeem is set to climb back into the K-1 ring on April 3rd to take on Dzevad Poturak, just six weeks before he’s due to square off with Brett Rogers for his title on May 15th.
Mar 6th
UFC 111: St. Pierre vs. Hardy live in theatres on March 27th (video)
NCM Fathom and UFC are making history by teaming up for the first time to present UFC 111: St-Pierre vs. Hardy LIVE in over 300 movie theaters nationwide on Saturday, March 27. Experience the action alongside other UFC fans as the entire Pay Per View event will be shown LIVE like never before larger than life in high-definition on the big screen.
Mar 6th
Marcus Jones becomes second bonus fighter announced for Undisputed
“Ultimate Fighter” season ten favourite, Marcus Jones has become the second bonus character announced for the forthcoming UFC 2010: Undisputed video game set to be released at the end of May.
Mar 6th
Danny on the Doors returns to blog about Seni 2010 news (video)
Danny on the Doors is back for the second helping of Seni 2010 news on this weekly video blog! Danny speaks about the recent confirmation that The Worlds Strongest Man, The Bronx Bartendaz and Arm Wars are headlining the show.
Mar 6th
UFC 112 - Terry Etim not prepared to talk about the lightweight title yet
UK lightweight, Terry Etim has admitted it may be a little early to start talking about him challenging for the title ahead of his latest octagon outing, this time against dangerous all-rounder, Rafael dos Anjos at UFC 112 in Abu Dhabi.
Mar 6th
Jake Shields admits he’s not a fan of former baseball star, Jose Canseco
Strikeforce middleweight champion, Jake Shields has given his thoughts on former Major League Baseball star, Jose Canseco, saying he wants nothing to do with him despite training at Cesar Gracie’s gym alongside a bunch of his friends.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Joseph Benavidez hopes Miguel Torres is overlooking him
WEC bantamweight contender, Joseph Benavidez has given his thoughts on his opponent tonight in Columbus, Ohio, Miguel Torres, saying he hopes the former champion is looking past him at a rematch with Brian Bowles.
Mar 6th
Matt Mitrione still hopeful about facing “Kimbo Slice”, continues to train
“Ultimate Fighter” season ten cast-member, Matt Mitrione has given his thoughts about the recent news that his proposed opponent for UFC 113, “Kimbo Slice”, has been withdrawn from the fight to face heavyweight boxing champion, James Toney.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Deividas Taurosevcius vs. L.C. Davis fight talk (video)
Check out what former WEC featherweight’s, Deividas Taurosevcius and his opponent tonight in Columbus, Ohio, L.C. Davis have to say about their upcoming showdown.
Mar 6th
CBS admit they’re keeping options open regarding Strikeforce event
CBS Senior Executive Vice President, Kelly Khal has admitted that they definitely have room for maneuver regarding the Strikeforce event, tentatively set for Nashville, Tennessee on April 17th, saying they are waiting to see how things pan out.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - A day in the life of bantamweight, Scott Jorgensen (video)
Check out this “day in the life” video which follows WEC bantamweight star, Scott Jorgensen ahead of his fight tonight with Chad George in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Joseph Benavidez comfortable with the underdog role tonight
WEC bantamweight livewire, Joseph Benavidez has been giving his final thoughts ahead of tonight’s showdown with former champion, Miguel Torres, saying he doesn’t see it as disrespect that no one is talking about him in the build-up.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - A day in the life of featherweight, L.C. Davis (video)
Check out this “day in the life” video which follows WEC featherweight star, L.C. Davis ahead of his fight tonight with Deividas Taurosevičius in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Weigh-in result’s in full from Columbus, Ohio
The twenty four fighters set to compete tonight at WEC 47 tonight in Columbus, Ohio took to the scales last night, with every fighter making weight at the first time of asking.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - A day in the life of featherweight, Chad Mendes (video)
Check out this “day in the life” video which follows WEC featherweight star, Chad Mendes ahead of his fight tonight with Erik Koch in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47.
Mar 6th
WEC 47 - Miguel Torres March 5th video blog ahead of Benavidez fight
Former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres blogs ahead of his upcoming fight with Joseph Benavidez this weekend in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47.
Mar 5th
Canadian welterweight prospect, Claude Patrick signs with the UFC
Canadian based welterweight, Claude Patrick has put pen to paper with the UFC on a four-fight deal that will likely see him debut inside the octagon at UFC 115 in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - A day in the life of lightweight, Karen Darabedyan (video)
Check out this “day in the life” video which follows WEC lightweight star, Karen Darabedyan ahead of his fight tomorrow night with Bart Palaszewski in Columbus, Ohio at WEC 47.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Miguel Torres vs. Joseph Benavidez fight talk (video)
Check out what former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres and his opponent tomorrow night in Columbus, Ohio, Joseph Benavidez have to say about their upcoming showdown.
Mar 5th
UFC 112 - B.J. Penn’s camp expecting him to pull off knockout win
The camp of UFC lightweight champion, B.J. Penn speaks about “The Prodigy’s” upcoming fight with Farnkie Edgar at UFC 112 on April 10th, saying the talented Hawaiian could get the knockout win he’s been looking for.
Mar 5th
Seth Petruzelli vs. Houston Alexander in the works for April 23rd event
A light heavyweight contest between “Kimbo Slice” slayer, Seth Petruzelli and the man recently cut from the UFC having lost to the former street fighter, Houston Alexander, is apparently in the works for an April 23rd show in Worcester.
Mar 5th
Mike Swick won’t be fighting Matt Serra on April 17th due to arm injury
UFC welterweight, Mike Swick has ruled himself out of a potential fight with former 170 pound champion, Matt Serra, revealing he possibly needs surgery on a recent arm injury.
Mar 5th
Miguel Torres: How a fighter comes back from a loss defines his career
Former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres says he’s determined to prove he’s one of the best in the business by emphatically bouncing back from his knockout loss to Brian Bowles last time out.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Dominick Cruz hoping all the hard work pays off on Saturday
When bantamweight Dominick Cruz speaks of the sacrifices he’s made to get to Saturday’s world title fight against champion Brian Bowles at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, you can tell that there’s more at stake for him than a shiny gold belt. You quickly see that this isn’t your typical “winning the belt is my dream” underdog story.
Mar 5th
Lyoto Machida says Cain Velasquez is a UFC champion in the making
UFC light heavyweight champion, Lyoto Machida has given his thoughts on heavyweight contender, Cain Velasquez, saying the American Kickboxing Academy star proved his worth during his first round demolition of Brazilian legend, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Mar 5th
Scott Coker says expect a few surprises with Overeem announcement
Strikeforce CEO, Scott Coker is keeping the MMA world guessing when it comes to the proposed heavyweight clash between champion, Alistair Overeem and heavy hitter, Brett Rogers, saying fans should expect a few suprises.
Mar 5th
Tim Sylvia bows out of DREAM 13, concentrating on Pudzianowski next
Former UFC heavyweight champion, Tim “The Maine-iac” Sylvia has decided to withdraw from DREAM 13 on March 22nd after the promotion decided to change his opponent at the eleventh hour.
Mar 5th
Travis Browne signs with the UFC, lined-up to face McSweeney in June
Undefeated heavyweight prospect, Travis Browne has signed a multi fight contract with the UFC and is expected to make his octagon debut against “Ultimate Fighter” season ten star, James McSweeney in June.
Mar 5th
Strikeforce CEO, Coker unconcerned by UFC counter-programming
Strikeforce CEO, Scott Coker has revealed that he’s not concerned by the recent news that the UFC plan to hold an event on the same night as their next show on CBS in Nashville, Tennessee, saying the three title fights on the card should more than hold their own.
Mar 5th
ESPN’s Jim Rome burns James “Light’s Out” Toney (video)
ESPN’s Jim Rome discusses the recent signing by the UFC of current heavyweight boxing champion, James “Light’s Out” Toney and what it means for the sport of MMA.
Mar 5th
Brandon Vera explains he plans on going “old school” against Jon Jones
UFC light heavyweight, Brandon Vera reveals he plans on going old school when he squares off with fellow exciting striker, Jon Jones at UFC on Versus 1 on March 21st in Broomfield, Colorado.
Mar 5th
Toney tells Couture “lets make it happen”, targets a June/July debut
Heavyweight boxing champion, James “Light’s Out” Toney has sent a clear message to UFC “Hall of Famer” Randy Couture about meeting in the octagon, telling “The Natural” to make it happen, as well as saying the first time fans will see him compete in the world of MMA should be either June or July.
Mar 5th
Coker expects to make Fedor announcement in the next couple of days
Strikeforce CEO, Scott Coker has been trying to play down any suggestion of a rift between the promotion and M-1 Global over the last couple of days, revealing yesterday that he thinks he will be in a position to make an announcement about Fedor Emelianenko’s next fight in the coming days.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Brian Bowles feels he will have a power edge over Cruz (video)
WEC bantamweight champion, Brian Bowles gives his thoughts ahead of his WEC 47 showdown with Dominick Cruz this weekend in Columbus, Ohio, revealing he feels he holds an edge in the power department going into this one.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Dominick Cruz says underestimate me at your peril (video)
WEC bantamweight number one contender, Dominick Cruz gives his thoughts on his upcoming showdown with champion, Brian Bowles this weekend in Columbus, Ohio, saying he feels people are still making the mistake of underestimating him.
Mar 5th
Marshall Zelaznik says it’s “unlikely” that the UFC will re-sign Barnett
UK UFC President, Marshall Zelaznik has responded to comments made by shamed heavyweight MMA fighter, Josh Barnett who indicated he would re-sign for the promotion if the offer was substantial, saying any deal with Barnett would be “unlikely”.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Javier Vazquez looking for his fifteen minutes of fame
WEC featherweight, Javier Vazquez knows that he’ll step into the cage on Saturday night with the chance to make history, a chance to retire a true legend of the sport and former UFC lightweight champion, Jens Pulver.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Torres has trained to be more like Machida than Wanderlei
Former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres has been speaking about how he’s modified his style ahead of his return to action this weekend in Columbus, Ohio, saying he’s aiming to be more like Lyoto Machida and Anderson Silva than Wanderlei Silva.
Mar 5th
Paulo Filho claims drug addiction talk is lies, reveals new facial tattoo
Former WEC middleweight champion, Paulo Filho has slammed a top rated website for releasing a report recently that he is back on the drugs, as well as revealing details of a new facial tattoo.
Mar 5th
Dana confirms they will go head-to-head with Strikeforce with a live event
UFC President, Dana White is up to his old tricks again, revealing plans for the promotion to host an impromptu live event on April 17th on SPIKE TV in order to go head to head with Strikeforce on CBS that very same night.
Mar 5th
M-1 Global reveal no talks have taken place with the UFC over Fedor
M-1 Global officials have today moved to extinguish the rumours that they have been in talks with the UFC over a possible deal for WAMMA heavyweight champion, Fedor Emelianenko, insisting that relations are good with Strikeforce despite recent contract issues.
Mar 5th
Mauricio “Shogun” Rua expects to be facing “Little Nog” again soon
UFC light heavyweight number one contender, Mauricio “Shogun” Rua step into the octagon in May for a rematch with current title holder, Lyoto Machida. The talented Muay Thai specialist has revealed that he also expects to be facing another of his past foes inside the octagon in the not so distant future, former PRIDE star, Antonio Rogerio Nogueira.
Mar 5th
K.J. Noons: “I think I match up good with any of the top lightweights”
Former EliteXC 160 pound champion, K.J. Noons has given his thoughts on where he stands overall in the lightweight division since heading back to the MMA arena, saying he feels he matches up well with anyone at 155 pounds.
Mar 5th
UFN 21 - Kenny Florian warns Takanori Gomi he’s in for no easy ride
UFC lightweight contender, Kenny Florian has warned his opponent for March 31st in Charlotte, North Carolina, Takanori Gomi that he’s in for no easy ride now that he’s joined the ranks of the UFC, saying the best in the world ply their trade inside the octagon.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Dominick Cruz: I feel that I can beat anyone in the division
WEC bantamweight number one contender, Dominick Cruz is certainly brimming with confidence going into this weekend’s showdown with Brian Bowles in Columbus, Ohio, saying he feels he can defeat anyone in the 135 pound division.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Miguel Torres on fighting as a contender again (video)
Former WEC bantamweight champion, Miguel Torres gives his thoughts on fighting in the division as a contender again after being defeated for his title last time out by Brian Bowles.
Mar 5th
WEC 47 - Jens Pulver predicts 'Cinderella Man 2' is coming (video)
Former UFC lightweight champion, Jens Pulver predicts the fans will witness a “Cinderella Man 2” scenario this weekend in Columbus, Ohio as he goes from broke against dangerous Brazilian, Javier Vazquez.
Mar 5th
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