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New FCF Radio Featuring Yves Edwards and Rad Martinez
By FCF Staff
The latest episode of Full Contact Fighter Radio features accomplished vet Yves Edwards, who is set to take on Jeremy Stephens at UFC on FOX 5, and rising featherweight Rad Martinez, who will battle Shabulat Shamhalaev in… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown”: Lorenz Larkin – Luke Rockhold Twitter Spat A Sad Illustration of Strikeforce’s Pathetic Fall
By Joshua Molina
The dying days of Strikeforce are becoming more pathetic by the day. Santa Cruz surfer and American Kickboxing Academy star Luke Rockhold pulled out of his fight against Lorenz Larkin for the second time. Rockhold was scheduled… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Strikeforce Debacle Snatches Pat Healy’s Dream Away
By Joshua Molina
Poor Pat Healy.
He was on the verge of a title shot against Strikeforce Lightweight Champion Gilbert Melendez, when Melendez injured his shoulder, forcing the cancellation of a main event and an entire September show.
Melendez separated… Read More
Erick Silva and Jay Hieron Agree to UFC 156 Bout
By FCF Staff
After facing Jon Fitch at UFC 153 in October, Erick Silva will fight another seasoned vet next, as the promotion is reporting that the welterweight has agreed to fight Jay Hieron, February 2nd, at UFC 156.
The… Read More
Chris Weidman Forced to Withdraw From UFC 155 Due to Injury
Constantinos Philippou Stepping in to Fight Tim Boetsch
By FCF Staff
Chris Weidman’s quest for a title shot has been delayed, as the rising middleweight has been forced to withdraw from his scheduled bout with Tim… Read More
Report: Igor Pokrajac Stepping in for Anthony Perosh at UFC on FX 6
By FCF Staff
In the wake of a severely broken toe that has forced Anthony Perosh out of the upcoming December 14th, UFC on FX 6 card in Australia, Igor Pokrajac has reportedly agreed to step up on short notice… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” No Cyborg is Good for Rousey; Are Background Checks On Fighters Necessary?
By Joshua Molina
More drama is swirling today over Cris “Cyborg” Santos’ announcement that her doctor won’t let her come down to 135 pounds to fight Ronda Rousey because it would be unhealthy.
She’s right. Rousey needs to move up… Read More
Report: WSOF Debut Averaged 197,000 Viewers on NBC Sports Network
By FCF Staff
World Series of Fighting made its debut this past weekend in Las Vegas, and unlike the vast majority of promotions, it’s first card was also broadcast on cable. The WSOF 1 event, which featured… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown”: A Solid Double For The World Series of Fighting in its MMA Debut
By Joshua Molina
The much-anticipated World Series of Fighting debuted Saturday night, in a show that illustrated everything that’s great and terrible about the fastest growing sport in the world.
Live from Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, the show was… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Saturday Night Fights — World Series of Fighting Ready to Rumble With the UFC; One Man To Win $300K at GLORY Tournament
By Joshua Molina
In his epic, 87-fight career, Ray Sefo has fought the some of best (Mirko Cro Cop) and undoubtedly the worst (Bob Sapp).
He’s an indefatigable warrior who spent a majority of his career as a K-1 kickboxing… Read More
UFC Vet Din Thomas Looking to “Go Out on a High Note”, Believes “I Can Give Anybody a Run For Their Money” at 145
Featherweight Says He Turned Down Spot in Bellator Tourney
By Kelsey Mowatt
It’s been over four years now since Din Thomas exited from the UFC, and while the past few years have had their share of highs and lows, the… Read More
Roufusport Prospect Rick Glenn Talks Latest Win, Tells UFC “Whenever They Want Me I’ll Be There for Them”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Rick Glenn headed to Sarnia, Ontario recently to extend his undefeated streak to 10 and continue his rise up the featherweight ranks. While the Roufusport prospect has certainly faced adversity before, Glenn had more on his mind… Read More
Jake Ellenberger Says Bouts With Jon Fitch and Josh Koscheck Are “Definitely a Possibility” in Hunt “to be the Number One Contender Again”
Believes Martin Kampmann Could Surprise “Little Bit Green” Johny Hendricks
By Kelsey Mowatt
These are interesting times in the UFC welterweight division, and thanks to the recent successes of several fighters, there is no shortage of compelling fights in a… Read More
SFS: Chris Horodecki-Brad Cardinal Headliner Ends in No Contest
By FCF Staff
Chris Horodecki was unable to get back on the winning track last night in Sarnia, Ontario, as his catchweight, main event bout with vet Brad Cardinal was declared a no-contest.
An accidental headbutt in round round opened… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Dana White’s Grudges Still at the Center of the MMA Universe
By Joshua Molina
Everything revolves around Dana White.
Nick Diaz should get a title shot against the winner of the George St. Pierre vs. Carlos Condit fight.
The idea that he needs to work his way back to the top… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Strikeforce’s Loss is World Series of Fighting’s Gain
By Joshua Molina
Strikeforce’s bad luck could be the World Series of Fighting’s good twist of fate.
Strikeforce announced today that it has canceled its injury-plagued Nov. 3 show. That means the World Series of Fighting’s show on the same… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Eddie Alvarez Should Say ‘No’ to the UFC
By Joshua Molina
Win or lose Friday night, Eddie Alvarez should stay in Bellator Fighting Championship.
Alvarez rose to stardom in Bellator. They treated him well and gave him opportunities. For awhile there a few years ago Alvarez was regarded… Read More
After Suffering First KO Loss and Losing “Father Figure”, Chris Horodecki Ready to “Start Turning Some Heads”
WEC Vet Preparing With Tristar for SFS Headliner
By Kelsey Mowatt
Anyone who has followed the career of Chris Horodecki, may be alarmed to hear that he’s just 25 years old, considering that the Canadian’s career has already spanned seven… Read More
Invicta FC 3: Jessica Penne Taps Out Naho Sugiyama to Take Atomweight Belt
By FCF Staff
Jessica Penne secured a second round, triangle-choke victory over Naho Sugiyama Saturday in Kansas City, Kansas, to become Invicta FC’s first atomweight champion. With the win, the 105 pound, Bellator vet has won three straight fights, and… Read More
Chris Horodecki Facing Brad Cardinal Instead of Kalvin Hackney at October 19th SFS
By FCF Staff
A 150 pound, catch-weight bout between former WEC competitor Chris Horodecki and fellow Canadian vet Brad Cardinal will now headline the October 19th, Score Fighting Series event in Sarnia, Ontario. “Bonesaw” Cardinal, who trains alongside UFC middleweight… Read More