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UFC 170: Rousey, Thompson, MacDonald and Maia Awarded Bonuses
By FCF Staff
Some fans in attendance tonight at UFC 170 weren’t happy with how the main event ended in 66 seconds, but Ronda Rousey was awarded a “Performance of the Night” for her quick win over Sarah McMann.
Rousey,… Read More
UFC FN 29: Shields Gets by Maia, Kim Blasts Silva
By FCF Staff
Here are the results from tonight’s UFC Fight Night 29 card in Barueri, Brazil, which saw Jake Shields grind his way to a split decision win over welterweight contender Demian Maia.
In the co-main-event, Dong Hyun Kim… Read More
UFC FN 29 Weigh-Ins: Maia and Shields Set, Silva Overweight on First Attempt
By FCF Staff
Welterweights Demian Maia and Jake Shields both made weight this afternoon in Barueri, Brazil, clearing the way to their main event about tomorrow night at UFC Fight Night 29.
Shields came in at 171 pounds for the… Read More
Mike Pierce On Rivals Koscheck, Ellenberger, Maia: “They’re All On My List Of People To Beat Up.”
By Tom Taylor
On June 8th, at UFC on FX 3, Mike Pierce will enter the cage for the first time since a hotly debated split decision loss to Josh Koscheck on February 4th at UFC 143. Pierce will look… Read More
Maia Confirms Miranda as New Opponent
By FCF Staff
Only days removed from initial reports that Alan Belcher will no longer be able to fight Demian Maia, September 15th, due to a detached retina, Maia has announced on his official… Read More
Daniel Cormier Proposes Belal Muhammad Fight Kamaru Usman Next
By Kelsey Mowatt
Daniel Cormier won’t argue Belal Muhammad doesn’t deserve a shot at the UFC’s welterweight crown. But, the decorated fighter believes Muhammad needs to record another high-profile victory, as a means to entrench a title fight appearance.
Muhammad… Read More
Dana White Says Only an “Idiot” Would Have Booked Nick Diaz to Fight Kamaru Usman Next
By FCF Staff
Recently Nick Diaz made it clear he’s not happy about the UFC’s decision to have him fight Robbie Lawler, and argued he should be fighting Kamaru Usman next. Since then, Dana White hasn’t held back, in blasting… Read More
Belal Muhammad Wants to Fight Colby Covington “More Than Anybody”, Questions Title Shot
By FCF Staff
Belal Muhammad likely won’t be fighting Colby Covington next. But, that hasn’t stopped the welterweight contender from expressing his desire to battle the former interim champ.
Since Kamaru Usman defeated Jorge Masvidal for a second time this… Read More
UFC 263: Adesanya Defends Middleweight Belt, Moreno Takes Flyweight Title
By FCF Staff
Here are the results from UFC 263, which took place in Glendale, Arizona.
UFC 263
Middleweight Championship
Israel Adesanya def. Marvin Vettori via unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
Flyweight Championship
Brandon Moreno def. Deiveson Figueiredo via… Read More
UFC 263 Weigh-in Results: Adesanya – Vettori 2 Official, Figueiredo Makes Weight at Buzzer
By FCF Staff
The weigh-ins are over for UFC 263 and both of the card’s title fights are official, after some tense moments.
Flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo did not appear until shortly before the weigh-ins were over, but he came in… Read More
‘Shogun’ Rua Says Injury Hindered Performance in First Paul Craig Fight
By FCF Staff
Mauricio ‘Shogun’ Rua battled Paul Craig to a draw in their first bout. But, it sounds like the legend is expecting a more decisive outcome in his favor, as he gets set for their rematch.
Rua and… Read More
Report: Kamaru Usman – Gilbert Burns Postponed
By FCF Staff
It looks like Kamaru Usman’s 2020 campaign will only see him fight one time, as it’s being reported his upcoming bout with Gilbert Burns has been postponed.
Usman was scheduled to defend the welterweight title against Burns… Read More
Khamzat Chimaev Tells Stephen Thompson They’re “Fighting Next”
By FCF Staff
Stephen Thompson recently began campaigning for a fight with Leon Edwards, but it looks like Khamzat Chimaev has a different plan for “Wonderboy”.
On Tuesday, Thompson used Twitter for the first time to call a fighter out,… Read More
Report: UFC Planning Khamzat Chimaev – Gerald Meerschaert Fight
By FCF Staff
Recently UFC President Dana White said the promotion is hoping to have Khamzat Chimaev fight twice in the near future, and now it’s being reported Gerald Meerschaert will likely be his next opponent.
Not long ago, White… Read More
Tyron Woodley Insists People Will “Feel Bad” For Gilbert Burns During Upcoming Fight
By FCF Staff
Gilbert Burns has done nothing but impress since he moved up to welterweight from lightweight. But, according to Tyron Woodley, Burns’ run is about to come to a violent halt.
Burns has been booked to face the… Read More
Report: Tyron Woodley – Gilbert Burns Fight Set
By FCF Staff
Recently there’s been talk about Tyron Woodley and Gilbert Burns fighting, and now it’s being reported the bout is set for May 30th.
Burns (18-3) has quickly risen the welterweight ranks by winning three straight fights in… Read More
Gilbert Burns Calls For Bout With Donald Cerrone
By FCF Staff
Recently Donald Cerrone reported on social media that he’s ready to fight again, and Gilbert Burns was quick to jump on that news.
Cerrone (36-14) is coming off a quick, stoppage loss to Conor McGregor in January, which… Read More
Gilbert Burns Believes Tests For Coronavirus Should be “Mandatory” at UFC Events
By FCF Staff
Gilbert Burns supports Dana White’s plan to host UFC cards in the near future, despite the ongoing, coronavirus pandemic. But, the welterweight believes tests for the virus should be mandatory for anyone attending the cards.
Recently the… Read More
UFC Brasilia Weigh-in Results: Kevin Lee Misses Weight
By FCF Staff
The early weigh-ins are over in Brasilia, Brazil, in advance of the UFC’s card there tomorrow. All of the scheduled fighters have made weight, except for headliner, Kevin Lee.
Lee, who is scheduled to fight lightweight contender… Read More
Ben Askren Announces Retirement After Learning he Requires Hip Replacement
By FCF Staff
Following a submission loss to Demian Maia last month, and the revelation he needs to undergo hip replacement surgery, Ben Askren has announced he’s retiring from fighting.
The 35-year-old former Bellator and ONE champion, and decorated wrestler,… Read More