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UFC: Tim Boetsch to Battle Thales Leites Next
By FCF Staff
The January 31st, UFC 183 card has picked up a notable middleweight fight, as Tim Boetsch will battle fellow top 15 ranked Thales Leites.
Boetsch (18-7) will be looking to build on his memorable, stoppage win over… Read More
UFC’s Ildemar Alcantara to Fight Richardson Moreira Next
By FCF Staff
The line-up for UFC 183 has received it’s fourth fight, as the promotion has announced that Ildermar Alcantara and Richardson Moreira have verbally agreed to fight at the upcoming event. According to the announcement the fight will… Read More
UFC 183: Andy Enz vs. Thiago Santos Verbally Agreed To
By FCF Staff
The line-up for UFC 183 has received another addition, as the promotion has announced that middleweights Andy Enz and Thiago Santos have verbally agreed to fight at the event.
The January 31st card will take place in… Read More
UFC’s Thiago Alves and Jordan Mein Re-booked to Fight in 2015
By FCF Staff
After their initial meeting was cancelled this summer, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has announced that a bout between Jordan Mein and Thiago Alves has been re-booked for January 31st.
The welterweight scrap will be part of UFC… Read More
UFC 178: Patrick Cote Says Goal Remains the Same, Getting “Another Title Shot”
By FCF Staff
Patrick Cote may be on the outside of the UFC’s top 15, welterweight rankings, but as he looks for his fourth straight win tomorrow night, the vet says winning a title remains his goal.
The 34 year-old… Read More
Report: Nick Diaz Pleads Not Guilty to DUI Charges
By FCF Staff
Nick Diaz has reportedly plead not guilty to the driving under the influence charges that have been brought against him in California.
The UFC welterweight entered the please via his attorney on Thursday, according to a report… Read More
Report: Nick Diaz’s Agent Says Fighter “Sorry he Has Disappointed His Fans” After DUI Charges
By FCF Staff
Following his arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence last weekend, Nick Diaz’s agent has released a statement, which includes an apology from the fighter.
Recently it was reported that not only was Diaz charged with… Read More
(Updated) Report: UFC’s Nick Diaz Arrested on Suspicion of DUI
By FCF Staff
UFC star Nick Diaz was reportedly arrested last weekend in Lodi, California, under suspicion of driving under the influence.
According to a report from the Lodi-News Sentinel, the 31 year-old Diaz was arrested on suspicion of DUI,… Read More
UFC FN 50: Joe Lauzon, Michael Chiesa, “Jacare” Souza and Ben Rothwell Collect Bonuses
By FCF Staff
Lightweight Joe Lauzon added yet another bonus to his resume at UFC Fight Night 50, and in doing, surpassed Anderson Silva to become the promotion’s leader in that respect.
Lauzon and opponent Michael Chiesa picked up “Fight… Read More
Bellator Announces Signing of Stephan Bonnar, UFC Hall of Famer to Compete in 2014
By FCF Staff
Bellator has added another notable UFC vet to its roster, as the promotion has announced that Stephan Bonnar is coming out of retirement, armed with a new deal.
According to the official announcement, the 37 year-old… Read More
Dana White on Nick Diaz: “I Believe That he Doesn’t Enjoy Fighting”
By FCF Staff
Nick Diaz recently said on a media call that he doesn’t enjoy fighting, and UFC President Dana White evidently believes the eccentric fighter.
Diaz made the revelation on a recent call to promote his UFC return, and… Read More
Latest Full Contact Fighter Radio Features Discussions About Nick Diaz’s New Deal, UFC on FOX 12, and Welterweight Title Shot Picture
By FCF Staff
In this latest, special edition of Full Contact Fighter Radio, host Kelsey Mowatt is joined by veteran MMA observer Brendan Leier.
The two weigh-in on several issues, including Nick Diaz’s new contract, his upcoming bout with Anderson… Read More
Report: Nick Diaz Talks New UFC Deal, Believes Other Fighters Aren’t “Getting Paid What They Should Be”
By FCF Staff
Now that Nick Diaz has a new UFC contract, and the fight with Anderson Silva that he’s been calling for, the outspoken vet continues to make headline grabbing comments.
Diaz participated in a media call recently to… Read More
Nick Diaz Inks New UFC Deal, Veteran Expecting 2015 Return
By FCF Staff
Although 2014 will likely finish without featuring Nick Diaz in action, the UFC has announced that the outspoken fighter has inked a new, three fight deal with the promotion.
No details regarding Diaz’s contract extension were disclosed.… Read More
UFC FN 46: Norman Parke Expecting “Tough Match-up” Against Naoyuki Kotani Despite Odds
By FCF Staff
Due to a impressive run that included winning TUF Smashes, Norman Parke will be a considerable favourite at UFC Fight Night 46, when he takes on Naoyuki Kotani. While the Northern Ireland lightweight believes he’ll stop his opponent,… Read More
UFC 175: Chris Weidman Confident He’ll Finish “The Dragon” and Prevent a Second Machida Era
By Kelsey Mowatt
At a time when the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s schedule does not include big draws like Anderson Silva, Georges St-Pierre and now Chael Sonnen, comes an event that will feature a potential superstar in Chris Weidman.… Read More
Media Watch: The Need For UFC Champ Ronda Rousey To Lose?
By Jesse Heitz
We’re just days away from UFC 175, which features one of the promotions most popular fighters, Ronda Rousey. On this card she’ll take on a dangerous opponent in Alexis Davis. This bout has led to some interesting… Read More
UFC’s Jon Jones, Ronda Rousey and Chris Weidman Nominated for ESPYS
By FCF Staff
The 2014 ESPYS will be held on July 16th next month, and UFC champions Jon Jones, Chris Weidman and Ronda Rousey have been nominated for awards.
ESPN has announced that UFC light-heavyweight champ Jon Jones and bantamweight… Read More
Lion Fight CEO Scott Kent Talks Muay Thai, His UFC Relationship and Giving Up Tradition For TV Exposure
By Rick Caudle
Muay Thai Lion Fight promoter gives a mighty roar as CEO, Scott Kent talks to us about the success of the East Coast Show, partnering with the UFC, and their business plan for the future.
Rick Caudle:… Read More
BattleGrounds MMA ‘O.N.E.’ to Air Live on PPV on New Oct. 3 Date
By BattleGrounds MMA (via press release)
TULSA, OK (June 17, 2014) – The public has spoken and BattleGrounds MMA (www.battlegroundsone.com) has listened. Due to popular demand, the promotion led by Olympic wrestling gold medalist Kenny Monday will… Read More