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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Believes “It’s Time” For Fedor Emelianenko to Retire
By FCF Staff
Recently Bellator announced that Fedor Emelianenko will take on Matt Mitrione next February, but fellow legend Antonio Rogueira Nogueira believes “The Last Emperor” should hang up the gloves.
Last week Bellator announced that it has signed the… Read More
UFC 193’s Stefan Struve Outlines Why Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is “as Tough as They Come”
By FCF Staff
Stefan Struve will fight Jake Rosholt at UFC 193 this weekend, and he will do so, having defeated one of the greatest heavyweights in his last outing.
In August, Struve took on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, and handed… Read More
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Retires, Legend Taking Job With UFC
By FCF Staff
One of the most accomplished and popular heavyweights of all time has announced he’s retiring, as Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has closed the book on his 15 year plus, fighting career.
On Tuesday, the Ultimate Fighting Championship announced… Read More
UFC’s Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to Face Stefan Struve Next
By FCF Staff
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has been booked for his next bout, as the legendary fighter will battle Stefan Struve at UFC 190 on August 1st.
The fight will mark the first time Nogueira (34-9-1) has fought since April,… Read More
UFC FN 39: Roy Nelson Blasts Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
By FCF Staff
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira quickly fell victim to Roy Nelson’s infamous right hand today at UFC Fight Night 39, as the heavyweight needed less than one round to put away the legendary fighter.
Moments into the headliner, Nelson… Read More
Cheick Kongo vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Added to UFC 149
By FCF Staff
Shortly removed from the news that UFC featherwieght champ Jose Aldo will not compete at the upcoming July 21st, UFC 149, it’s been announced today that the Calgary bound card will see Cheick Kongo fight Antonio Rodrigo… Read More
Brendan Schaub vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Confirmed for UFC 134
By FCF Staff
Another of Brazil’s top MMA stars has been confirmed for the upcoming August 27th, UFC 134 card in Rio de Janeiro, as the promotion has announced that legendary heavyweight Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (pictured) and… Read More
Report: Antonio “Minotauro” Rodrigo Nogueira Says He’s “100 %”, Ready to Return
By FCF Staff
While 2012 continues to be the year of the injury for the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the promotion could see the return of legend Antonio “Minotauro” Rodrigo Nogueira soon. The former interim heavyweight champ has yet to see… Read More
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira Likely to Retire After Next Bout, According to Twin Brother “Minotauro”
By FCF Staff
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira has continued to fight for four years, following his brother’s retirement in 2015. But, according to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, it looks like “Minotouro” will be joining him in retirement, early next year.
The 43-year-old… Read More
“Minotauro” Nogueira Won’t be Returning to the Cage, Not Even if Legends Division is Created
By FCF Staff
It’s been well over a year since Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira retired from fighting, but the legendary fighter say he doesn’t have the itch to compete again, not even if a ‘legends’ division was created.
Vitor Belfort has… Read More
Junior dos Santos Calls “Minotauro” Nogueira The “Greatest Warrior The Sport Has Ever Known”, Following Legend’s Retirement
By FCF Staff
Following the official announcement that Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is hanging up the gloves, his friend and training partner Junior dos Santos went to Instagram to heap praise on the legend.
On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Nogueira… Read More
Report: “Minotauro” Nogueira Planning to Retire by The End of 2015
By FCF Staff
Despite having lost three of his last four fights, and incurring multiple injuries during that stint, the legendary Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira intends to complete his current UFC contract.
The decorated heavyweight recently spoke with the Brazilian outlet… Read More
Report: Dana White Says It’s Time For “Minotauro” Nogueira to Retire
By FCF Staff
Following Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira’s knockout loss to Roy Nelson at UFC Fight Night 39, UFC President Dana White is calling on the legendary heavyweight to hang up the gloves.
Although Nogueira is reportedly interested in rematching Frank… Read More
Report: Manager Believes “Minotauro” Nogueira Wants Rematch With Frank Mir, Before Retiring
By FCF Staff
Following Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira’s brutal knockout loss to Roy Nelson, yesterday at UFC Fight Night 39, there’s been widespread discussion as to whether it will be the final fight of his legendary career. According to Nogueira’s manager,… Read More
UFC FN 39 Weigh-in Results: “Minotauro” Nogueira and Roy Nelson Ready for Headliner
By FCF Staff
Here are the official weigh-in results for Friday’s UFC Fight Night card in Abu Dhabi, which will see Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira battle heavyweight Roy Nelson in the main event.
While all of the competitors made weight for… Read More
Report: “Minotauro” Nogueira Has Successul Arm Surgery
By FCF Staff
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is reportedly doing well after the legendary fighter had surgery today in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to repair torn ligaments in his left elbow. The fighter sustained the injury during his June 8th, UFC… Read More
UFC on FUEL TV 10: Antonio “Minotauro” Nogueira’s Arm Not Seriously Injured After Submission Loss
By FCF Staff
Some alarm bells were sounded when Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira did not attend Saturday’s post-fight, UFC on FUEL TV 10 press conference, but the legendary heavyweight’s arm is reportedly free of any major injuries following the event.
Nogueira… Read More
UFC on FUEL TV 10: Fabricio Werdum Avenges Prior Loss to “Minotauro” Nogueira
By FCF Staff
Fabricio Werdum avenged his 2006, decision loss to Antonio “Minotauro” Nogueira tonight in Fortaleza, Brazil, by submitting the legendary heavyweight in round two.
After an opening round which was dominated by clinch work and an excellent… Read More