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Rising Welterweight Michael “Venom” Page Stays Undefeated at SFL 15
By FCF Staff
Highlight reel striker Michael “Venom” Page may have had his longest MMA bout to day at Super Fight League 15 today in Mumbai, India, but the Bellator vet remained undefeated. Page, who was competing at middleweight,… Read More
MFC Middleweight Champion Elvis Mutapcic Confirms Deal With WSOF
Promotional Debut Unlikely to Take Place at WSOF 3
By Kelsey Mowatt
World Series of Fighting has signed one of the top middleweights not currently signed to the UFC or Bellator, as the Maximum Fighting Championship’s middleweight champ Elvis Mutapcic… Read More
Despite Enlisting Services of Nutritionist Mike Dolce, Hector Lombard Plans to Stay at Middleweight
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Hector Lombard has enlisted the services of renowned nutritionist Mike Dolce, the former Bellator middleweight champ has no plans to move to welterweight, as some observers thought the news might signal.
Lombard informed Full… Read More
Hector Lombard to Partner With Nutritionist and Trainer Mike Dolce
By FCF Staff
Following a split decision loss to Yushin Okami in March, which marked his second UFC loss in three Octagon appearances, Hector Lombard has announced that he will be working with renowned nutritionist and trainer Mike Dolce.… Read More
Alexis Davis vs. Rosi Sexton Added To UFC 161
By Timothy J. Gilbert
The UFC is breaking ground with its recent fight announcement between Alexis Davis and Rosi Sexton.
Announced by UFC officials on Thursday, the bantamweight bout will mark the first time the UFC will sponsor women to… Read More
After UFC on FUEL TV Loss, Hector Lombard Says “I Think I Have To Change My Game”, “These Guys Don’t Want To Stand Up With Me”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Former Bellator middleweight champ Hector Lombard arrived in the UFC with a ton of hype behind him–a 25 fight undefeated streak will do that–but the powerful fighter has now dropped two of his three fights under… Read More
Opinion: Will World Series of Fighting Survive?
By Jesse Heitz
The struggles and successes of second-tier MMA promotions has always been a fascination of mine. The current contenders for the UFC’s crown routinely provide opportunities for fans and writers alike to reflect upon and ponder the future… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” After 22-Second Stunner Nearly Four Years Ago, Brett Rogers and Andrei Arlovski Trade Places
By Joshua Molina
What a difference four years makes. Back on June 6, 2009, the future looked entirely different for two fighters who will step into the cage this week.
Brett “Da Grimm” Rogers returns to Bellator on Thursday in… Read More
After Watching Georges St. Pierre at UFC 158, Ben Askren Says “I Am 100% Sure I Could Beat GSP”
By FCF Staff
Bellator Welterweight Champion Ben Askren was one of many fighters who commented on UFC 158 Saturday night, and the 28 year-old shared his thoughts on how he thinks he matches up against Georges St. Pierre. After watching… Read More
Jim Wallhead, Max Nunes And Curt Wartburton Among Winners at BAMMA 12
By FCF Staff
Here are the results from the latest BAMMA event in Newcastle, England, which saw Bellator vet Jim Wallhead tap out former UFC competitor Matt Veach with a rear-naked-choke in the main event.
Some of the other winners… Read More
Opinion: Jon Fitch’s Future with World Series of Fighting
By Jesse Heitz
The saga of Jon Fitch continues, this time he has found a new home in Ray Sefo’s World Series of Fighting. The MMA promotion, one of the budding competitors vying for the UFC’s undisputed dominance within the… Read More
Emanuel Newton On Win Over “King Mo” Lawal: “In Boxing, You Don’t Have to Worry About Spinning Backfists But In MMA You Do”
“Not Looking Past” Bellator Finals Opponent Mikhail Zayats
By Kelsey Mowatt
For several years, the name Emanuel Newton been a familiar one with MMA insiders and hardcore fans, thanks to several notable wins and… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Time For Wanderlei Silva vs. Chael Sonnen
By Joshua Molina
It’s time for Chael Sonnen vs. Wanderlei Silva.
Silva is at the end of his career, but he he keeps pulling out shocking victories. After KO’ing Brian Stann, Silva has positioned himself for one last run at… Read More
WSOF 2’s David Branch: My Fight With Paulo Filho Will End With “The Ref Pulling Me Off Of Him.”
By Timothy J. Gilbert
During his 14 fight professional career, David Branch has done time in both the Bellator and UFC middleweight division. After a disappointing submission loss to Rousimar Palhares bumped him out of the UFC, and a… Read More
With Daniel Strauss Injured, Pat Curran Fighting Shabulat Shamhalaev April 4th
By FCF Staff
With Daniel Strauss sidelined due to a broken hand, Bellator has announced that recent featherweight tourney winner Shabulat Shamhalaev will fight champion Pat Curran, April 4th in Atlantic City.
The title fight will be hosted by the… Read More
Video: Paul Daley Records Flying Knee KO at Cage Contender 16
By FCF Staff
While much of the MMA world was focused on Anaheim, California, Saturday night and the UFC’s historic bout between Ronda Rousey and Liz Carmouche, Octagon vet Paul Daley was busy competing in Dublin, Ireland.
The feared… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” With Josh Barnett, Another Coup Opportunity
By Joshua Molina
Does Barnett equal Bellator?
Josh Barnett, the fast-talking heavyweight, appears to be headed away from the UFC after a breakdown in contract talks. That’s a loss for the UFC, which has a lot of mediocre heavyweights. Antonio… Read More
IOC Announces Plans to Drop Wrestling For 2020 Olympics
Former Olympian Ben Askren Calls Decision “A Travesty”
By FCF Staff
The wrestling and MMA world is reeling today after the International Olympic Committee announced plans to drop freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling from the storied athletic event, beginning in 2020.… Read More
Duke Roufus Responds to Critics of Ben Askren: “Be Careful What You Wish For”
Following Stoppage Win, Trainer Says Bellator Champ Is “Going To Do That To Everyone”
By Kelsey Mowatt
As Ben Askren continues to work his way up the welterweight rankings, the decorated wrestler and former Olympian knows what it’s like to… Read More
Elvis Mutapcic On Life As MFC Champion: “It Feels Good To Be Recognized For Something You Do”, Expecting “Grueling Fight” With TUF Vet Sam Alvey
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Elvis Mutapcic has impressed since he turned pro in 2007, the fighter’s career has reached new heights since he signed with the Maximum Fighting Championship last year. Since arriving in the Canadian based promotion, Mutapcic has… Read More