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UFC Vet John Alessio Blasts Promotion’s Reebok Uniform Deal
By FCF Staff
Although several UFC fighters have already relayed they’re excited about the promotion’s new uniform deal with Reebook, veteran John Alessio clearly believes the agreement’s bad for the sport.
On Tuesday, the UFC announced it has signed a… Read More
Report: Brandon Vera Says Respecting Fighters an Issue For UFC as ONE FC Debut Nears
By FCF Staff
As Brandon Vera gets set to make his ONE FC debut this Friday, the fighter has relayed criticism he has for the promotion that employed him for approximately eight years.
When Vera steps into the ONE FC… Read More
UFC on FOX: Alexander Gustafsson vs. Anthony Johnson to Headline January, Stockholm Card
By FCF Staff
After months of speculation as to who Alexander Gustafsson would fight next, the UFC has announced that the light-heavyweight will face fellow contender, Anthony Johnson.
The bout will headline UFC on FOX 14 on January 24th, and… Read More
UFC FN 59: Patrick Holohan Joins Teammate Conor McGregor
By FCF Staff
Conor McGregor won’t be the only Straight Blast Gym fighter competing at UFC Fight Night 59, as the UFC has announced that his teammate Patrick Holohan will battle Shane Howell.
The upcoming event will take place January… Read More
UFC’s Max Holloway and Darren Elkins Agree to Fight on Twitter
By FCF Staff
Following their respective victories earlier this month, UFC featherweights Darren Elkins and Max Holloway have relayed their interested in fighting each other next.
Elkins is coming off a split decision win over Lucas Martins at UFC 179… Read More
Report: Alexander Gustafsson Responds to Critics After Losing Night for Sweden at UFC FN 53
By FCF Staff
UFC Fight Night 53 this past Saturday featured several of Sweden’s top fighters, but after the Stockholm event concluded, the nation’s record stood at 2-4.
Apparently more than a few fans have been critical of how the… Read More
UFC’s Alexander Gustafsson Tells Anthony Johnson “I Will Not Turn You Down”
By FCF Staff
Not long after Alexander Gustafsson reportedly questioned what a bout with Anthony Johnson would accomplish, the light-heavyweight has announced he’s willing to fight his fellow contender.
Although Gustafsson has been guaranteed a title shot versus the winner… Read More
Report: Recent UFC Addition Steve Bosse Announces Retirement
By FCF Staff
After having to withdraw from his UFC debut due to injury, light-heavyweight Steve Bosse has reportedly decided to retire from fighting at the age of 32.
Bosse, who made his name as a fighter in semi-pro hockey… Read More
UFC 171: Diego Sanchez Says Beef Tartare Contributed to Loss
By FCF Staff
Following Myles Jury’s decision win over Diego Sanchez at UFC 171, the rising lightweight said he had won the fight “easily”, and the rugged vet says a pre-fight meal was one of the reasons.
Sanchez (24-7) took… Read More
UFC Vet Bart Palaszewski Discusses Decision to Retire, Transitioning Into Career “That is Not About Me”
By Kelsey Mowatt
After competing in 53 professional bouts, over a twelve year span, Bart Palaszewski recently announced he was hanging up the gloves at the young age of 30. The announcement seemed to catch more… Read More
UFC Vet Bart Palaszewski Announces End to 50 Fight Plus Career
By FCF Staff
Another of MMA’s most experienced vets has called it quits after a decade plus career, as former UFC and WEC competitor Bart Palaszewski has announced he’s retiring at the age of 30.
The Illinois fighter, who hasn’t… Read More
UFC Signs Steve Bosse, Former Pro Hockey Player to Fight Ryan Jimmo
By FCF Staff
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has added one of Canada’s top light-heavyweights to its roster, as the promotion has announced it’s signed 10-1 Steve Bosse. The former pro hockey player will make his Octagon debut versus Ryan Jimmo… Read More
UFC 169’s John Makdessi: “When I do Reach my Full Potential It’s Going to be a Great Thing to Witness”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although John Makdessi may not be capturing as many headlines lately as other surging lightweights, like say, Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Tristar fighter could narrow that gap if he scores another big win Saturday. Heading… Read More
Opinion: UFC Vet Paul Daley Still Refuses to Evolve
By Michael Hatamoto
British brawler Paul Daley is infamously known for being booted out of the UFC following a sucker punch of then-contenderJosh Koscheck after a fight.
It’s a shame Daley hasn’t been able to work on his wrestling defense… Read More
UFC 165’s John Makdessi: “I Truly Believe That I’m One of The Best Fighters Out There”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Thanks to his unanimous decision wins over noted strikers Daron Cruickshank and Sam Stout, John Makdessi has put some memorable distance between himself and the defeats he suffered versus Dennis Hallman and Anthony Njokuani.… Read More
Latest FCF Radio Features UFC’s John Makdessi, Decorated BJJ Champ and Fighter Ryan Hall
By FCF Staff
The latest episode of Full Contact Fighter Radio features talks with UFC lightweight John Makdessi and decorated jiu-jitsu competitor and MMA fighter Ryan Hall.
Makdessi is set to fight Renee Forte at UFC 165 later this month… Read More
Bellator Signs Cheick Kongo, UFC Vet to Compete in Upcoming Tourney
By FCF Staff
Bellator MMA has added another UFC vet and established fighter to its roster, as the promotion has announced that Cheick Kongo has signed with the Viacom property. The news comes several weeks after premature reports surfaced stating… Read More
UFC 165: John Makdessi Fighting Renee Forte
By FCF Staff
The Toronto bound, UFC 165 card has received another addition, as Canadian lightweight John Makdessi will battle Brazil’s Reene Forte at the September 21st card. The upcoming event will be hosted by the city’s Air Canada Centre… Read More
UFC Fight Night 28: Teixeira vs. Bader Line-Up Confirmed
By FCF Staff
As expected, Glover Teixeira will fight Ryan Bader at the third, UFC on FOX Sports 1 card, as the promotion has confirmed the line-up for the September 4th event. The card will be hosted by the Estadio Jornalista… Read More
Opinion: UFC 161 and the Climb of Dan Henderson
By Jesse Heitz
For nearly 16 years, Dan Henderson has been a staple of Mixed Martial Arts. He’s had legendary battles with the likes of: Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, Wanderlei “The Axe Murderer” Silva, Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko, Mauricio “Shogun”… Read More