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Rafael dos Anjos Argues Khabib Nurmagomedov Doesn’t Deserve Title Shot Yet
By FCF Staff
Khabib Nurmagomedov is the last man to defeat Rafael dos Anjos, and has yet to lose in 23 fights, but the lightweight champ doesn’t believe he should fight for the title next.
Nurmagomedov worked his way to… Read More
60 Plus Fight Vet Yves Edwards Weighs-In on Best Striker he Faced
By FCF Staff
Yves Edwards was long regarded as one of the best strikers in the lightweight division, but recently he outlined whose striking pedigrees impressed him the most, during his 60 fight plus career.
In a recent edition of… Read More
UFC FN 88: Abel Trujillo Says Game is “Sharper Now And Has a Purpose” Thanks to Coaches
By FCF Staff
As Abel Trujillo gets set to fight Jordan Rinaldi at UFC Fight Night 88 this Sunday, the lightweight says his game has reached new heights, thanks to the coaching staff of the Blackzilians.
Trujillo will face Rinaldi,… Read More
Rafael dos Anjos Was “Not Even a Little Impressed” With Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Return Performance
By FCF Staff
Khabib Nurmagomedov returned to the Octagon for the first time in two years earlier this month, and scored a victory, but lightweight champ Rafael dos Anjos didn’t think much of his performance.
Nurmagomedov took on Darrell Horcher… Read More
UFC 197: Edson Barboza Says Ricardo Almeida Has Been Telling Striker to Believe in All Areas of His Game
By FCF Staff
Since Anthony Pettis and Edson Barboza are considered to be two of the best strikers in the UFC, the consensus is that their bout this Saturday will be an all stand-up affair. But, based off recent comments… Read More
UFC on FOX 19: Lyoto Machida Reportedly Admits to Using Banned Substance, Rematch With Dan Henderson is Off
By FCF Staff
UFC on FOX 19 has lost another of its main card bouts, as Lyoto Machida has reportedly admitted to taking a banned substance, and will no longer fight Dan Henderson on Saturday.
On Wednesday, the following statement… Read More
UFC on FOX 19: Khabib Nurmagomedov Remains on Card With New Opponent Booked
By FCF Staff
Although Khabib Nurmagomedov’s initial opponent for UFC on FOX 19 recently dropped out, the promotion has been able to find a replacement on short notice.
Following the withdrawal of the injured Tony Ferguson from the April 16th… Read More
Khabib Nurmagomedov Responds to Rafael dos Anjos, After Champ Calls For July Fight
By FCF Staff
It remains to be seen whether the UFC will find Khabib Nurmagomedov an opponent for April 16th, but the lightweight contender had some sharp words for Rafael dos Anjos, who is calling for a rematch in July.… Read More
Donald Cerrone And Rafael dos Anjos Offer to Fight Khabib Nurmagomedov
By FCF Staff
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s lengthy stint on the sidelines could continue, following the news that Tony Ferguson has withdrawn from their UFC on FOX 19 bout due to injury.
Since it’s been confirmed that Ferguson cannot fight at the… Read More
Glover Teixeira to Fight Rashad Evans, After “Shogun” Rua Withdraws
By FCF Staff
UFC on FOX 19 has undergone a big change, as the promotion has announced that “Shogun” Rua has withdrawn from the April 16th card due to injury. As a result, fellow light-heavyweight contender Glover Teixeira has agreed… Read More
UFC Books Anthony Pettis vs. Edson Barboza
By FCF Staff
UFC 197 has received a compelling lightweight fight, between two of the division’s top strikers, as the promotion has announced that Anthony Pettis will battle Edson Barboza.
Pettis (18-4) will be looking to get back on track,… Read More
UFC Confirms Ross Pearson to Face Abel Trujillo Next
By FCF Staff
The UFC has added another fight to its March 20th card in Brisbane, Australia, as it has announced that lightweight Ross Pearson will take on Abel Trujillo.
Pearson (18-10) is coming off a unanimous decision loss to… Read More
TUF 22 Finale: Frankie Edgar Quickly Takes Out Chad Mendes
By FCF Staff
Frankie Edgar left little doubt as to whether he should challenge for the 145 title next, as the former lightweight champ quickly took out Chad Mendes at the TUF 22 Finale.
Edgar floored Mendes with a right,… Read More
TUF 22 Finale Weigh-In Results: Frankie Edgar And Chad Mendes Are Ready to Battle
By FCF Staff
The UFC held weigh-ins for the second day in a row, and once again, all of the scheduled competitors made weight for the event.
The TUF 22 Finale will take place tomorrow night in Las Vegas, and… Read More
Edson Barboza’s Boxing Coach Says Feared Striker’s Stand-Up Has Reached New Levels
By FCF Staff
Edson Barboza is widely considered to be one of the best strikers in the UFC’s lightweight division, but as he gets ready to fight Tony Ferguson, his boxing coach says his stand-up is more dangerous than ever.… Read More
Report: Khabib Nurmagomedov Has Elected Against Retirement
By FCF Staff
After Khabib Nurmagomedov was recently sent to the disabled list once again, he said he was thinking about retiring, but the lightweight contender will return to the Octagon.
Nurmagomedov was scheduled to fight Tony Ferguson next month,… Read More
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Future in Fighting Depends “on The Opinion of my Dad”
By FCF Staff
After being sent to the sidelines once again, Khabib Nurmagomedov said he doesn’t know if he’ll fight again, and now he’s reporting that decision’s up to his father.
The 22-0 lightweight was scheduled to fight Tony Ferguson… Read More
UFC FN 77: Abel Trujillo Says His Defense Will be “Greatest Offense” vs. Gleison Tibau
By FCF Staff
Abel Trujillo is heading to Brazil this week to face Gleison Tibau at UFC Fight Night 77, and the American believes his wrestling is going to play a pivotal role in the bout.
Trujillo will be competing… Read More
TUF 22 Finale: Khabib Nurmagomedov is Reporting Broken Rib, “Not Sure if I’ll Ever Come Back”
By FCF Staff
Khabib Nurmagomedov has incurred another setback, as the lightweight contender is reporting he’s broken his rib and will no longer fight Tony Ferguson at the TUF 22 Finale.
Nurmagomedov has yet to compete in 2015, as the… Read More
Report: Chad Mendes to Battle Frankie Edgar at TUF 22 Finale
By FCF Staff
December has received another all-star, featherweight fight, as according to reports, Frankie Edgar will battle Chad Mendes on December 11th. That’s the night before champion Jose Aldo will take on interim champ Conor McGregor at UFC 194.… Read More