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UFC on FUEL TV 10: “Minotauro” Nogueira and Fabricio Werdum On Weight For Rematch
By FCF Staff
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Fabricio Werdum have cleared the final hurdle to their main event tilt tomorrow night at UFC on FUEL TV 10, as both men made weight this afternoon in Fortaleza, Brazil.
The former PRIDE… Read More
Report: UFC on FUEL TV 10 Adds Rodrigo Damm vs. Mizuto Hirota
By Timothy J. Gilbert
Another fight has been added to the UFC on FUEL TV 10 fight card with featherweights Rodrigo Damm and Mizuto Hirota meeting for their 145 pound matchup.
No official UFC report has been made as of… Read More
Fabricio Werdum vs. “Minotauro” Nogueira Set For UFC on FUEL TV 10, Chris Leben Fighting Andrew Craig at UFC 162
Bout Between Seth Baczynski And Brian Melancon Confirmed
By FCF Staff
As expected, the heavyweight bout between upcoming TUF Brazil coaches Fabricio Werdum and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira will take place June 8th at UFC on FUEL TV 10.
The promotion… Read More
Fabricio Werdum and “Minotauro” Nogueira Name TUF Brasil 2 Coaching Staff
By FCF Staff
In preparation for their upcoming coaching responsibilities on the second season of TUF Brasil, Fabricio Werdum and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira have named the coaches who will assist them during the show.
According to a report from the… Read More
UFC 153: Anderson Silva Stops Stephan Bonnar, “Minotauro” Nogueira Taps Out BJJ Critic Dave Herman
By FCF Staff
Despite a determined effort, Stephan Bonnar was unable to shock the MMA world tonight in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as the light-heavyweight fell to the heavy favorite and middleweight champ Anderson Silva.
Silva’s latest memorable performance not… Read More
Report: “Minotauro” Nogueira and Dave Herman Likely For UFC 153
By FCF Staff
One day removed from the news that UFC 153 will no longer feature featherweight champion Jose Aldo or “Rampage” Jackson due to injuries, reports have surfaced saying that Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Dave Herman have agreed to… Read More
Shawn Jordan Confirmed As UFC 149 Replacement for “Minotauro” Nogueira
By FCF Staff
As expected, as a result of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira being unable to fight Cheick Kongo as scheduled at UFC 149, the promotion has confirmed that Shawn Jordan will step in to replace the former interim heavyweight champion.… Read More
X-Ray Confirms Break in “Minotauro” Nogueira’s Arm
The first submission loss of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira’s storied career has cost him a broken arm, and the veteran heavyweight will likely spend some considerable time on the sidelines as a result.
The UFC has tweeted
“Minotauro” Nogueira, Ross Pearson and Edson Barboza Collect UFC 134 Bonuses
By FCF Staff
Not only did Antonio Rodrigo “Minotauro” Nogueira return to the winner’s circle last night at UFC 134 by knocking out rising heavyweight Brendan Schaub, the legendary fighter collected an extra $100,000 for his efforts.
Following the… Read More
Nogueira, Pulver Shine Most In Ufo Event
Nogueira, Pulver Shine Most in UFO Event
TOKYO, Japan — With the UFO struggling for an identity, two of the world’s premiere mixed martial arts fighters stepped forward and showed
Fedor Emelianenko vs. “Rampage” Jackson Headlines Bellator Japan
By Press Release
LOS ANGELES – For the first time in the organization’s history, Bellator travels to Japan and the iconic Saitama Super Arena for an historic event, as Fedor Emelianenko (38-6, 1 NC) and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson (38-13)… Read More
Bellator Returns to Mohegan Sun Arena For Doubleheader on October 25 & 26
By Press Release
On October 25 and 26, Bellator returns to Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. for two back-to-back nights of exciting MMA action.
On Friday, a heavyweight battle between former two-time UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir (18-13) and… Read More
Frank Mir Joins FFC Commentary Team
By Press Release
Two-time heavyweight champion and mixed martial arts icon Frank Mir has today joined Final Fight Championship as part of the commentary team.
Mir; who’s professional career has spanned nearly eighteen years, has competed at the highest level of the… Read More
Bellator 200: Mirko “Cro Cop” to Battle Roy Nelson
By Press Release
LOS ANGELES – An exciting battle between heavyweight fan-favorites Mirko Cro Cop (36-11-2, 1 NC) and Roy Nelson (23-15) has been added to historic Bellator 200 at The SSE Arena, Wembley in London on Friday,… Read More
Bellator Announces Fedor Emelianenko to Fight Frank Mir April 28
By Press Release
LOS ANGELES – The third opening round matchup in 2018’s Bellator Heavyweight World Grand Prix will feature the greatest heavyweight of all time Fedor Emelianenko (36-5, 1 NC) taking on former world champion Frank Mir… Read More
Bellator 194: Roy Nelson Meets Matt Mitrione in Heavyweight Grand Prix Matchup
By Press Release
LOS ANGELES – The second of four fights making up the first round of the 2018 Bellator Heavyweight Grand Prix will take place Friday, February 16 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. and… Read More
Bellator Officially Announces Eight-Man World Grand Prix Heavyweight Tournament in 2018
By Press Release
LOS ANGELES – Bellator has announced plans to host a year-long grand prix heavyweight tournament in 2018 featuring eight of the roster’s biggest stars with the winner becoming the new Bellator world heavyweight champion. The… Read More
Bellator 183 & Bellator Kickboxing 7 Set For Saturday, Sept. 23 in San Jose
By Press Release
LOS ANGELES – Bellator returns home to SAP Center in San Jose, Calif. on Saturday, September 23 for Bellator 183 and Bellator Kickboxing 7, which features the return of former world champ “Smooth” Benson Henderson (24-7) taking… Read More
Fedor Emelianenko Signs Multi-Fight Deal With Bellator, Fighting Matt Mitrione in Promotional Debut
By Press Release
SAN JOSE, CALIF (November 19, 2016) – One of MMA’s most sought-after free agents has found himself a home as Bellator MMA has come to terms on a multi-fight deal with Fedor Emelianenko (36-4), securing the… Read More
Sam Stout Latest UFC Vet to Announce Retirement
By FCF Staff
Following the recent retirements of Jordan Mein, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Frankie Perez, Sam Stout is the latest UFC vet to announce he’s hanging up the gloves.
The UFC and Stout announced the news on Tuesday, less… Read More