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UFC 165: Jon Jones Survives Stiff Test From Alexander Gustafsson
By FCF Staff
The pundits and fans that predicted Alexander Gustafsson would be the stiffest test to date for Jon Jones were proven right tonight at UFC 165, as the light-heavyweight champ narrowly got by the… Read More
UFC165 Weigh-Ins: Jones and Gustafsson Cleared for Battle
By FCF Staff
Here are the official weigh-in results for tomorrow night’s UFC 165 card in Toronto, Ontario, which will feature light-heavyweight champ Jon Jones take on Alexander Gustafsson in the main event.
Both men came in… Read More
Bellator’s Bjorn Rebney Announces Signing of UFC Vet Lavar Johnson
By FCF Staff
Not long after Bellator announced that former UFC heavyweight Cheick Kongo would compete in its upcoming tournament, the promotion’s CEO Bjorn Rebney has announced they’ve signed Lavar Johnson.
Rebney confirmed the UFC vet’s signing while talking on… Read More
Opinion: Gabriel Gonzaga Silences Critics Again
By Michael Hatamoto
Former UFC heavyweight contender Gabriel Gonzaga needed only 17 seconds to finish Dave Herman by TKO of their heavyweight fight at UFC 162.
Gonzaga landed a beautiful counter with an overhand right hand that… Read More
UFC 161’s Roy Nelson: “People Who Are in Our Sport Tend to Abuse PEDS”, “More Skills” Key to His Success
By Kelsey Mowatt
Not only has Roy Nelson has been on a headline grabbing run as of late, as stopping Dave Herman, Matt Mitrione and Cheick Kongo in a row will do that, but the charismatic heavyweight continues… Read More
Grudge Head Coach Trevor Wittman On UFC Newcomer Brandon Thatch: “This Kid Is So Talented”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Grudge Training Center’s Trevor Wittman has played a key role in developing many notable fighters and MMA stars, and while mainstream fans may not be familiar with the name Brandon Thatch, the renowned coach is confident they… Read More
Brandon Vera Confirms Return to Heavyweight, UFC 164 Tilt With Ben Rothwell
By FCF Staff
Brandon Vera has confirmed that he will be returning to the heavyweight division for the first time since 2008, and will fight Ben Rothwell as expected on August 31st. The bout will be part of UFC… Read More
New Full Contact Fighter Radio Features Grudge Head Coach Trevor Wittman, Undefeated Robert Drysdale
In the latest edition of Full Contact Fighter Radio we talk with the accomplished head coach of the Grudge Training Center, Trevor Wittman, as well as jiu-jitsu star and undefeated fighter Robert Drysdale.
Wittman has been a driving force in… Read More
Report: Brandon Vera vs. Ben Rothwell In Works For UFC 164
By FCF Staff
UFC 164 could feature Brandon Vera returning to heavyweight, as the veteran fighter will reportedly battle Ben Rothwell at the August 31st event, which will take place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
According to a report from… Read More
Metamoris II: Kron Gracie vs. Shinya Aoki Headling Jiu Jitsu Event
By FCF Staff
The second Metamoris event will take place June 9th at the Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, which is a professional jiu jitsu invitational that will feature several of the world’s top grapplers. For example, the card will… Read More
Matt Mitrione Issues Apology For Statements Regarding Fallon Fox
By FCF Staff
Matt Mitrione has released a statement apologizing for the verbal rant he directed at transgender fighter Fallon Fox earlier this month, which dominated headlines for several days and resulted in the fighter being reprimanded by the… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Matt Mitrione’s Sudden Return Bad For Sport:
By Joshua Molina
Matt Mitrione’s suspension is a joke.
Less than three weeks after the UFC suspended Mitrione for his disparaging remarks about transgendered fighter Fallon Fox, the UFC brought him back and booked him for a fight on July… Read More
Opinion: Ready For ‘Big Country’ To Dominate?
By Michael Hatamoto
Roy ‘Big Country’ Nelson is riding a two-fight win streak into the octagon on Saturday night, and hopes to add Cheick Kongo to his recent KO/TKO highlight reel.
Since losing to Fabricio Werdum at… Read More
Heavyweight Lavar Johnson Cut From UFC After Failed Drug Test
By Timothy J. Gilbert
Shortly after the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) handed down a nine month suspension to Lavar Johnson for elevated levels of testosterone, the UFC reportedly has released him from his contract.
Johnson (17-7) failed a post… Read More
Update: CSAC Hands UFC’s Lavar Johnson Nine Month Suspension For Failed Drug Test
By FCF Staff
Lavar Johnson will be out of action for at least nine months, as the 35 year-old heavyweight has reportedly been handed a nine month suspension by the California State Athletic Commission, due to allegedly failing his… Read More
Report: Riki Fukuda, Alex Caceres And Lavar Johnson Fail Post UFC Drug Tests
By FCF Staff
According to multiple reports, Riki Fukuda, Alex Caceres and Lavar Johnson have allegedly failed their most recent, post-fight drug tests, and have been suspended or are facing disciplinary action.
Middleweight Riki Fukuda has… Read More
Dan Henderson and Lyoto Machida Top UFC 157 Payroll
Ronda Rousey Earned Nearly Six Figures For Historic Win
By FCF Staff
The California State Athletic Commission has released the salary figures for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s recent, February 23rd event in Anaheim, and decorated vets Lyoto… Read More
UFC 157: Ronda Rousey Survives Early Scare To Extend Armbar Streak
By FCF Staff
Many observers suspected that Liz Carmouche would end up being Ronda Rousey’s toughest test to date, and the challenger certainly pushed the highly regarded champ at UFC 157 tonight in Anaheim. After being taken down shortly into… Read More
UFC 157 Weigh-In Results: Rousey and Carmouche On Weight
By Timothy J. Gilbert
The highly publicized Ronda Rousey and Liz Carmouche made weight tonight at the Honda Center, opening the doors for their historic bantamweight bout.
UFC veteran star Dan Henderson and former light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida both… Read More
Travis Browne and Gabriel Gonzaga Agree to TUF 17 Finale Bout
By FCF Staff
UFC President Dana White has announced, via Twitter, that heavyweights Travis Browne and Gabriel Gonzaga have agreed to fight at the promotion’s TUF 17 Finale on April 13th. The card will be hosted by The Joint at… Read More