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UFC FN 50: Gegard Mousasi Expecting “Totally Different Fight” in Rematch With “Jacare” Souza
By FCF Staff
Although new or casual fans may not realize it, tonight’s UFC Fight Night 50 bout between Gegard Mousasi and “Jacare” Souza will not mark the first time the middleweight contenders have met. As veteran… Read More
WSOF’s Elvis Mutapcic Weighs in on Latest Victory, Striker Reputation, and Next Opponent
By Kelsey Mowatt
Elvis Mutapcic got back on track at World Series of Fighting 12 recently, but “The King” did so in a fashion that he’s not typically known for.
Anyone that has followed the career of… Read More
UFC FN 50: Joe Lauzon’s Expecting “Very Tough” Fight vs. Michael Chiesa, But Believes he Has “All The Tools to Beat Him”
By Kelsey Mowatt
If you’re expecting to see some memorable grappling when Joe Lauzon takes on Michael Chiesa at UFC Fight Night 50, September 5th, you’re not the only one. After all, the veteran Lauzon has laid claim… Read More
UFC’s Joe Lauzon Talks Closed Guard, Weighs-in on Effectiveness of Position in Today’s MMA
By Kelsey Mowatt
As mixed-martial-artists continue to evolve their skill sets, discussions regarding the effectiveness of the guard and how it should be utilized in the modern era of fighting abound. In other words, the days of fighters… Read More
Bellator Champ Will Brooks Weighs in on Promotion’s Changes, Says Bjorn Rebney Took “More Flack Than he Deserves”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Will Brooks laid claim to Bellator’s interim lightweight title in May, a lot has changed since he decisioned Michael Chandler. First the promotion announced it was tweaking its matchmaking process through the creation of… Read More
WSOF 10 Conference Call Highlights
By FCF Staff
World Series of Fighting held a conference call recently, in preparation for the promotion’s June 21st event, which will go down at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
The event will feature David Branch… Read More
BattleGrounds MMA: Ryan Couture vs. Jonny Carson, Nicdali Rivera-Calanoc vs. Jen Aniano Latest Additions
By BattleGrounds MMA (via press release)
TULSA, OK (May 28, 2014) – BattleGrounds MMA (www.battlegroundsone.com) announced today that it has confirmed two Superfights – a lightweight (155 pounds) showdown between Ryan Couture (7-3) of Las Vegas, Nev. and Jonny “The… Read More
Opinion: Aldo vs. Mendes
By Jesse Heitz
It’s been a somewhat slow few days for the old MMA news cycle. Some writers might hate such a thing, but if we’re being honest it’s rather refreshing every once in a while. It’s exceptionally nice to… Read More
UFC FN 40’s Daron Cruickshank Weighs in on The Cutting Weight Debate
By Kelsey Mowatt
At UFC Fight Night 40 this Saturday, Erik Koch will be looking to build on his successful return to lightweight, while Daron Cruickshank will be doing his best to end the former featherweight’s winning streak… Read More
Media Watch: UFC’s Possible Relationship with WSOF
By Jesse Heitz
Seldom does the MMA world feature conspiracy theories, yet it appears that one is definitely brewing. Such a term is not meant to be at all derogatory, nor am I saying that such things are entirely
Titan FC’s Kalib Starnes Admits to “Taking Risks” by Fighting at Heavyweight, But UFC Vet “Just Wants to Fight”
By Kelsey Mowatt
While Kalib Starnes is one of several UFC veterans who has been signed by Titan FC, the fighter’s upcoming, promotional debut likely caught a few people off guard when it was announced. The reason… Read More
Media Watch: MSNBC’s Harsh Criticism of MMA
By Jesse Heitz
As our nation remembers those lost and injured in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, MMA of all things has entered into our collective reflection on the tragedy. To be fair, only one media personality has thrust MMA… Read More
Chael Sonnen Calls Out Rich Franklin, Says He’ll “Put Away” Former Champ
By FCF Staff
While Chael Sonnen is expected to take on rival Wanderlei Silva, July 5th, the outspoken fighter has gone out of his way to call out another accomplished vet, former middleweight champ Rich Franklin.
Recently, Sonnen relayed his… Read More
Opinion: The Troubles of Nate Diaz
By Jesse Heitz
In recent pieces I’ve been able to largely focus on topics that have required the employment of little to no sarcasm or ridicule. However, today’s topic of discussion undoubtedly requires a healthy dose of criticism which may… Read More
WSOF’s Ryan Ford: “Joel Powell’s Not Going to Bring Anything Into The Cage That I Haven’t Seen”
Welterweights to Battle For Canadian Title Feb. 21st
By Kelsey Mowatt
As a result of a five fight win streak and two wins under the Bellator banner,… Read More
Bellator 115: Minakov-Kongo Heavyweight Title Fight Set
By FCF Staff
After winning Bellator’s last heavyweight tournament, UFC veteran Cheick Kongo will challenge the promotion’s champion Vitaly Minakov on April 4th. The bout will headline Bellator 115, which will be hosted by Nevada’s Reno Events Center.
Kongo (20-8-2)… Read More
MFC 39 Weigh-In Results: Gallicchio Misses Weight But Southern to Still Battle For Lightweight Belt
By Maximum Fighting Championship (via press release)
The Maximum Fighting Championship’s MFC 39: No Remorse will go full-steam ahead with two title fights on Friday night live on AXS TV Fights emanating from the Northlands Expo Centre in Edmonton,… Read More
Bellator 112: Pat Curran-Daniel Straus III to Headline March 14th Card
By FCF Staff
Belllator has announced that Pat Curran will get an immediate chance to reclaim the featherweight title, as the former champ will battle Daniel Straus for a third time at the promotion’s March 14th card in Hammond,… Read More
Opinion: MMA and the NHL
By Jesse Heitz
Last night I was watching my beloved Minnesota Wild take on the Los Angeles Kings, and win in the shootout I might add. Following the game, there was a behind the scenes special featuring young forward Jason… Read More
Opinion: MMA and Debt Collecting
By Jesse Heitz
Certainly, readers here at Full Contact Fighter have seen an abundance of what could be considered mind-boggling stories. We’ve read stories that seem so ridiculous and logic-defying that they couldn’t possibly be true. On the other… Read More