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Opinion: Phil Davis, Vitor Belfort, Lyoto Machida All Want Chael Sonnen
By Michael Hatamoto
Chael Sonnen beat Mauricio “Shogun” Rua during the first round of UFC Fight Night 26’s main event in Boston last night, and now has been challenged by multiple fighters.
It’s incredible how fast people were willing to… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Boxer vs. Wrestler Talk Pointless; No One Wants To Win A Fixed Fight
By Joshua Molina
So Joe Rogan says an average college wrestler would destroy Floyd Mayweather Jr? Duh. Of course he would. In a wrestling match.
In a stand-up fight Cael Sanderson wouldn’t be able to touch Mayweather.
It’s always stupid to… Read More
Jake Ellenberger: Rory MacDonald Made a “Stupid Decision” by Agreeing to Fight, Tells Welterweight “This Isn’t a Tears for Fears Lookalike Contest”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although UFC on FOX 8 will feature a flyweight title fight between Demetrious Johnson and John Moraga, much of the pre-fight spotlight has focused on Jake Ellenberger, thanks in no small part to some of… Read More
UFC on FOX 8: Dana White Says Rory MacDonald Never Stated “He Won’t Fight GSP”, “Ares” Will “Assess” Options After Fighting Jake Ellenberger
By Kelsey Mowatt
Dana White doesn’t have to worry about whether Rory MacDonald will sign the dotted line to fight Tristar teammate Georges St. Pierre just yet, but if the rising welterweight defeats Jake Ellenberger at UFC… Read More
UFC 166: Gilbert Melendez Fighting Diego Sanchez
By FCF Staff
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has confirmed that Gilbert Melendez will fight lightweight Diego Sanchez at the promotion’s upcoming October 19th card in Houston, Texas. Expected bouts between Cain Velasquez and Junior dos Santos, and Hector Lombard versus… Read More
UFC 161: Jake Shields Planning To “Humble” Tyron Woodley, “Put a Beating” on Rising Welterweight
By Kelsey Mowatt
When you’ve been fighting for well over ten years and have had the kind of career Jake Shields has, then it’s understandable that the 34 year-old vet remains focused on ascending the sport’s rankings again.… 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
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
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Saffiedine, Lawler Show That Strikeforce Guys Were Good Enough For UFC All Along
By Joshua Molina
Former Strikeforce Welterweight Champion Tarec Saffiedine moves to primetime when he takes on Robbie Lawler at UFC on FOX 8 on July 27.
This should be a barnburner. Lawler throws like a hammer and Saffiedine has a… Read More
Strikeforce Welterweight Champ Tarec Saffiedine Fighting Robbie Lawler at UFC on FOX 8
Bobby Green vs. Danny Castillo, Dave Herman vs. Shane Del Rosario Added
By FCF Staff
After securing the Strikeforce Welterweight Championship in January, to become the promotion’s last 170 pound champ, Tarec Saffiedine will… Read More
Rory MacDonald to Return to Action Versus Jake Ellenberger at UFC on FOX 8
By FCF Staff
Rory MacDonald will return to action against one of the welterweight division’s top fighters, as the UFC has announced that he will fight Jake Ellenberger on July 27th. The bout will be part of the UFC… Read More
Johny Hendricks, Carlos Condit, And Jake Ellenberger Earn UFC 158 Bonuses
By FCF Staff
Johny Hendricks and Carlos Condit earned “Fight of the Night” honors tonight at UFC 158 in Montreal, for the welterweight’s entertaining back-and-forth bout, which saw Hendricks earn the unanimous decision win. Both men earned an additional $50,000… Read More
UFC 158: Georges St. Pierre Scores Decision Win Over Nick Diaz, Challenger Hints Retirement Coming
By FCF Staff
As many expected would be the case, Georges St. Pierre utilized his renowned wrestling game and strikes from the top position to defeat challenger Nick Diaz tonight at UFC 158 in Montreal, Quebec. At the end of… Read More
Georges St. Pierre And Nick Diaz Need To Be Separated At UFC 158 Weigh-Ins
All Competitors On Weight For Saturday’s Card
By FCF Staff
Not surprisingly, Nick Diaz was greeted by a chorus of boos this afternoon in Montreal, Quebec, as the outspoken challenger weighed in for his bout tomorrow night… Read More
Report: Rory MacDonald Suffers Setback, Re-Injures Neck
By FCF Staff
Rory MacDonald won’t be jumping back into action anytime soon, as the rising welterweight has reportedly aggravated the neck injury, which forced him to withdraw from a UFC 158 bout with Carlos Condit.
MacDonald informed the… Read More
Martin Kampmann Hoping to Fight Tarec Saffiedine, Nick Diaz or GSP Next
By FCF Staff
Martin Kampmann is looking to return to action, after he was quickly knocked out by Johny Hendricks in November, and the vet is hoping to face another established welterweight in his next bout. The 30 year-old-fighter announced… Read More
Full Contact Fighter’s “The Daily Takedown:” Hunt Steps Up, Fitch Lands, Overeem’s Stock Falling
By Joshua Molina
Around the world in MMA . . .
With the incredible shrinking man Alistair Overeem out with an injury, Mark Hunt has stepped up to fight Junior Dos Santos.
Junior Dos Santos appears on the fast track… Read More
New Full Contact Fighter Radio Features UFC 158’s Jake Ellenberger, Bellator Finalists Emanuel Newton And Saad Awad
By FCF Staff
In the latest episode of Full Contact Fighter Radio we talk with UFC welterweight contender Jake Ellenberger and Bellator tournament finalists Emanuel Newton and Saad Awad.
Ellenberger is preparing for a March 16th bout with Nate Marquardt… Read More
Dan Miller “Chomping at the Bit” to Fight Again, Says There’s No “Clear Advantage Anywhere” In UFC 158 Bout With Jordan Mein
By Kelsey Mowatt
Dan Miller may have made a successful move to the welterweight division in 2012 and scored a submission win over Ricardo Funch last June, but at the end of the day, the veteran was only able to… Read More
Lee Mein on Son Jordan’s Upcoming UFC 158 Debut: “He Wants To Prove He Belongs And That He Can Beat Anybody”
By Kelsey Mowatt
While some Strikeforce veterans may have been tempted to wait out the organization’s final months, with the hopes of a securing a UFC roster spot, Jordan Mein and his father Lee decided that being proactive was the… Read More