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UFC 199: Cole Miller Reflects on Frightening Conclusion to Bout With Jim Alers
By Kelsey Mowatt
Cole Miller will take on Alex Caceres at UFC 199, and the rugged vet is understandably hoping for a vastly different outcome, than what unfolded in his last bout.
When Miller steps into the cage to face… Read More
GLORY Announces Women’s Super Bantamweight Division, Tourney to Crown Champion
By Press Release
New York, NY – During a special presentation at Citizens Business Bank Arena, streamed live via the official GLORY Facebook page, the world’s premier kickboxing league today announced the formation of a women’s super bantamweight division,… Read More
Delray Police Report Arrest Following Death of Jordan Parsons
By FCF Staff
Following a hit-and-run incident that led to the death of Bellator fighter Jordan Parsons last week, Delray authorities have announced they’ve made an arrest.
Parsons was reportedly struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in Delray… Read More
Report: Lavar Johnson Sentenced to Five Years in Prison For Domestic Abuse
By FCF Staff
UFC and Bellator veteran Lavar Johnson has reportedly been sentenced to five years in prison, after admitting in a Fresno court that he beat his girlfriend.
According to a report from ABC 30.com, the 38 year-old Johnson… Read More
M-1 Challenge 68: Ramazan Emeev to Battle Alexander Shlemenko, Alexander Volkov to Face Attila Vegh
By Press Release
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (April 28, 2016) – M-1 Global has announced a blockbuster M-1 Challenge 68 event as Ramazan Emeev and Alexander “Storm” Shlemenko battle in the M-1 Global Grand Prix Middleweight Championship, while M-1 Challenge… Read More
WSOF Announces Signing of Shawn Jordan And Lorenzo Hood
By Press Release
LAS VEGAS (April 28, 2016) – World Series of Fighting (www.WSOF.com) announced today that it has signed heavyweight knockout artists Shawn Jordan (18-7) andLorenzo “The Dream Killer” Hood (9-3) to exclusive, multi-fight agreements.
Hood of… Read More
Darren Elkins Discusses Decision to Move to Team Alpha Male, Put Retirement Thoughts Behind Him
By Kelsey Mowatt
After defeating Chas Skelly at UFC 196 in March, which followed a training camp with the renowned Team Alpha Male, Darren Elkins has decided to move his life to California.
Recently the featherweight contender… Read More
Benson Henderson Compares Conor McGregor – UFC Rift to Parent Spoiling Child
By FCF Staff
The MMA world continues to discuss and debate what’s unfolded between the UFC and Conor McGregor this week, and now Benson Henderson has weighed in on the headline making development.
Earlier this week Dana White announced that… Read More
Eddie Alvarez to Challenge Rafael dos Anjos Next
By FCF Staff
Rafael dos Anjos has his next title defense booked, as the UFC has announced that the lightweight champ will take on Eddie Alvarez, July 7th.
The bout will headline UFC FN 90, which will take place at… Read More
UFC on FOX 19: Khabib Nurmagomedov Remains on Card With New Opponent Booked
By FCF Staff
Although Khabib Nurmagomedov’s initial opponent for UFC on FOX 19 recently dropped out, the promotion has been able to find a replacement on short notice.
Following the withdrawal of the injured Tony Ferguson from the April 16th… Read More
Dan Henderson Says End of Storied Career is “Definitely Close”
By FCF Staff
Although Dan Henderson hasn’t said his upcoming bout with Lyoto Machida will be his last, the 45 year-old legend has admitted the end of his storied career is near.
Henderson is booked to face Machida at UFC… Read More
WSOF 31: Blagoy Ivanov vs. Josh Copeland Set
By Press Release
LAS VEGAS (March 29, 2016) –World Series of Fighting (WSOF.com) announced today that it will return to Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Conn. with a stacked lineup of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fights led by a… Read More
M-1 Challenge 65 Update For April 9
By Press Release
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (March 28, 2016) – The main card is set for the April 9th M-1 Challenge 65 event, streaming for FREE on www.M-1Global.tv, live from CSC Sibur Arena in St. Petersburg, Russia
Ramazan… Read More
Chris Weidman Says Sanctioning of MMA in New York is a “Dream Come True”
By FCF Staff
Chris Weidman has repeatedly talked about his desire to fight in his home state of New York, and thanks to a bill that was passed on Tuesday, it looks like that could happen soon.
On Tuesday, the… Read More
WSOF CEO Carlos Silva Comments on Legalization of MMA in New York
By FCF Staff
On Tuesday, the New York State Assembly passed legislation to lift the ban of pro mixed-martial-arts in the jurisdiction, and WSOF CEO Carlos Silva has released a statement regarding the historic news.
“This is an exciting and… Read More
WSOF30: Five Preliminary Bouts Announced For April 2
By Press Release
LAS VEGAS (March 21, 2016) –World Series of Fighting (WSOF.com) announced today the addition of five preliminary card bouts to its highly-anticipated WSOF30: Branch vs. Starks world championship Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) doubleheader event at… Read More
UFC FN 85: Hector Lombard Hopes to Score “Spectacular Win” And Title Shot in Return
By FCF Staff
Although Hector Lombard hasn’t fought in over a year, the heavy handed fighter is hoping to take out Neil Magny at UFC Fight Night 85, and lock up a title shot.
The welterweight contender is returning to… Read More
Simon Marcus Believes GLORY’s Headed For “Huge Year”, But Could Use More “Characters”
By Kelsey Mowatt
It’s been somewhat of a bumpy ride for GLORY in recent months, but middleweight champ Simon Marcus believes the best is yet to come for the kickboxing promotion.
Back in 2014, GLORY appeared… Read More
UFC FN 85: Neil Magny Says Hector Lombard is “Just Another Guy in my Way”
By FCF Staff
Neil Magny may be booked to face one of the more powerful and experienced welterweights on the UFC’s roster this weekend, but the rugged fighter doesn’t seem fazed by the challenge ahead.
At UFC Fight Night 85… Read More
M-1 Challenge 65: Abdulaev-Kunchenko Title Clash & Divnich vs. Turnquest Fight Added
By Press Release
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (March 16, 2016) – M-1 Challenge welterweight championMurad “Hunter” Abdulaev will make his first title defense, April 8 in M-1 Challenge 65,against undefeated challenger Alexey Kunchenko at Ice Palace Sports Center in St.… Read More