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Matt Hughes Weighs in on GSP’s Future: “You Want to Get Out? Get Out”
By FCF Staff
Although it’s been over half a year now since Georges St-Pierre announced he was taking a hiatus from fighting, speculation continues as to when or whether he’ll fight again.
Recently another UFC great, and former opponent, Matt… Read More
UFC Champ Johny Hendricks Talks GSP: “I Heard That He’s Been Watching my Fights, Re-Watching Stuff…”
By FCF Staff
Although Johny Hendricks will likely face either Robbie Lawler or Matt Brown in his first title defense, former UFC welterweight champ Georges St-Pierre continues to be a topic of conversation. It’s not surprising, of course, since the… Read More
Report: Pat Miletich to be Inducted Into UFC Hall of Fame
By FCF Staff
One of the first fighters to make a mark in the UFC’s lighter divisions is headed to the promotion’s Hall of Fame, as Pat Miletich will reportedly be inducted this weekend.
After considerable speculation that the 48… Read More
Report: Dana White Believes Tyron Woodley “Choked in The Big Fight” at UFC 174
By FCF Staff
Tyron Woodley has impressed in several of his UFC bouts to date, but following his clear cut, decision loss to Rory MacDonald on Saturday, Dana White believes the fighter had an issue coping with pressure.
Woodley was… Read More
UFC 174: Rory MacDonald “Had Fun” in Latest Win, Dana White Impressed, But Title Shot Not Next
By FCF Staff
Rory MacDonald made sure that he remains in the title shot mix at UFC 174, as the rising welterweight outscored fellow contender Tyron Woodley for the unanimous decision win.
After the bout, the 24 year-old had this… Read More
UFC on FOX 12: Kyle Kingsbury to Face Patrick Cummins
By FCF Staff
Kyle Kingsbury will step into the Octagon, for the first time in nearly two years on July 26th, when he takes on Patrick Cummins.
The light-heavyweight fight will be part of UFC on FOX 12, which will… Read More
UFC Champ Johny Hendricks Discusses Return, Desire to Rematch GSP
By FCF Staff
It remains to be seen when and who Johny Hendricks will face in his return, but it looks like the UFC Welterweight Champion doesn’t have a preference, in terms of an opponent.
Hendricks, who continues to recover… Read More
UFC 173: TJ Dillashaw Ends Renan Barao’s Reign as Bantamweight Champ
By FCF Staff
Here are the results from tonight’s UFC 173 card in Las Vegas, which saw TJ Dillashaw end Renan Barao’s 33 fight undefeated streak, by stopping him in the fifth round.
In the co-main-event, Daniel Cormier… Read More
UFC 173 Weigh-In Results: Renan Barao and TJ Dillashaw set for Headliner
By FCF Staff
Here are the official weigh-in results for Saturday’s UFC 173 card, which will go down at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
In the main event, bantamweight champion Renan Barao will take on Team… Read More
UFC 174: Rory MacDonald Versus Tyron Woodley Booked
By FCF Staff
The Ultimate Fighting Championship’s June 14th return to Vancouver has picked up a notable welterweight fight, as Rory MacDonald will battle fellow contender Tyron Woodley.
UFC 174, which will be hosted by the city’s Rogers Arena, has… Read More
Report: Johny Hendricks Outlines Possible Timetable for Return
By FCF Staff
Johny Hendricks may have laid claim to the UFC’s welterweight title last month by defeating Robbie Lawler, but it could be a while before he defends his new belt.
Hendricks, who scored a unanimous decision win over… Read More
Report: “Finally Healthy” Thiago Alves Says Johny Hendricks “Definitely” the Toughest Welterweight
By FCF Staff
New MMA fans may not be overly familiar with the name Thiago Alves, due to the fact that the welterweight has fought just once since 2011, as a result of four surgeries. Of course, old school and… Read More
Opinion: The Possible Return of Nick Diaz
By Jesse Heitz
With UFC 171 in the books, the newly shuffled UFC Welterweight Division marches on into a new future full of a wide array of possibilities. Men like Tyron Woodley, the recently defeated Robbie Lawler, Rory MacDonald, and… Read More
Report: Johny Hendricks to Undergo Surgery to Repair Torn Bicep
By FCF Staff
Just a few days ago, Johny Hendricks revealed that his UFC 171 performance was hindered by an arm injury, and now it’s being reported that the welterweight champ will undergo surgery next week to repair a torn… Read More
Report: Johny Hendricks Says Elbow Injury Affected UFC 171 Performance
By FCF Staff
Johny Hendricks managed to secure the UFC Welterweight Championship at UFC 171 on Saturday, but the powerful fighter says he defeated Robbie Lawler without being 100%.
During the memorable battle, Lawler was able to defend several of… Read More
Report: Nick Diaz Promises to Give Johny Hendricks an “A– Whooping”
By FCF Staff
Not only did Nick Diaz announced at UFC 171 this past weekend that he’s ready to fight again, but the outspoken welterweight is calling for a fight with newly crowned champ Johny Hendricks.
At the UFC 171… Read More
UFC 171’s Johny Hendricks Had it “Two And Two” Heading Into Round Five, New Champ Says “It’s Not my Call” Regarding Next Opponent
By FCF Staff
Johny Hendricks may not scored a dominant, one sided win to secure the UFC Welterweight Championship, but the rising star certainly did so in memorable fashion. After outscoring Robbie Lawler in the opening two rounds, Hendricks was… Read More
Report: Mike Dolce Says Issues With Scale Responsible For Johny Hendricks Missing Weight Initially
By FCF Staff
At the end of the day, Johny Hendricks will still compete for the UFC Welterweight Championship tonight in Dallas, but for a little while Friday, that was in doubt.
Hendricks initially came in at 171.5 pounds for… Read More
UFC 171 Weigh-Ins Update: Johny Hendricks Makes Weight on Second Attempt
By FCF Staff
Johny Hendricks will compete for the UFC’s vacant welterweight title tomorrow night in Dallas as planned, as the top ranked fighter made weight on his second attempt. Hendricks came in at 170 pounds, according to a… Read More
UFC 171 Weigh-in Results: Johny Hendricks Misses Weight on First Attempt
By FCF Staff
Here are the official weigh-in results for UFC 171, which will feature Johny Hendricks taking on Robbie Lawler for the vacant welterweight title. The event will go down at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.
After… Read More