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UFC 191: Demetrious Johnson Responds to Critics- “My Last Five Fights Speak For Themselves”
By FCF Staff
Demetrious Johnson has defended the UFC’s flyweight title six times, and is widely considered to be one of the most complete fighters on the planet, but “Mighty Mouse” can’t shake the criticism that he doesn’t provide exciting… Read More
Ray Borg Outlines Why Demetrious Johnson Will “Completely Dominate” John Dodson in Rematch
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although some may believe John Dodson could end the reign of flyweight champ Demetrious Johnson at UFC 191, it doesn’t sound like Ray Borg will be putting money down on “The Magician”.
Dodson has been… Read More
UFC Adds Ian McCall-Dustin Ortiz Bout to Summer Schedule
By FCF Staff
UFC Fight Night 73 has received an important, flyweight fight, as the promotion has announced that Dustin Ortiz will battle fellow contender, Ian McCall.
McCall (13-5-1) is looking to get back on track, as he’s coming off… Read More
UFC 187: Chris Weidman And Anthony Johnson Lead Way in Payroll
By FCF Staff
The Nevada State Athletic Commission has released the salaries for UFC 187 on Saturday, and Chris Weidman and Anthony Johnson led the way.
The middleweight champ Weidman earned $500,000 for his first round, stoppage win over Vitor… Read More
UFC 187: Daniel Cormier Secures Light-Heavyweight Crown, Chris Weidman Takes Out Vitor Belfort
By FCF Staff
Daniel Cormier made good on his second chance to win the UFC’s light-heavyweight title tonight in Las Vegas, as the fighter’s vaunted wrestling game proved to be too much for Anthony Johnson.
“Rumble” blasted Cormier on several… Read More
UFC 187 Weigh-In Results: Title Fights All Set, Weidman Accuses Belfort of “Cheating”
By FCF Staff
UFC 187 will take place tomorrow in Las Vegas, and all of the competitors except for one made weight this afternoon.
In the headliner, Anthony Johnson will battle Daniel Cormier for the vacant light-heavyweight title, and the… Read More
UFC 187: Jon Jones-Anthony Johnson, Chris Weidman-Vitor Belfort Among Confirmed Bouts
By FCF Staff
UFC 187 won’t be short on star power, as the promotion has announced that the May 23rd card will feature two, championship fights, as well as several other high profile bouts.
In the main event, light-heavyweight champion… Read More
UFC 182: Cody Garbrandt is “Where I Want to Be” as Prospect’s Octagon Debut Nears
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Cody Garbrandt has only competed in five professional fights, when the bantamweight makes his Octagon debut at UFC 182, he’ll be bringing years of experience into the cage.
Since Garbrandt turned pro in… Read More
WSOF 16: Two Matchups Added To Saturday’s NBCSN Live Telecast
By WSOF (via press release)
LAS VEGAS (Dec. 9, 2014) — Already featuring a star-studded lineup with two championship fights, including welterweight kingpin Rousimar Palhares vs. Jon Fitch and featherweight title holder Rick Glenn vs. Lance… Read More
Ian McCall-John Lineker Bout Re-Booked for UFC 183
By FCF Staff
After a November 8th fight between John Lineker and Ian McCall fell through, due to the latter being ill, the UFC has announced that the flyweight contenders will battle on January 31st.
The bout will be part… Read More
UFC FN 57: Frankie Edgar Takes Out Cub Swanson in Dominant Fashion
By FCF Staff
Cub Swanson was able to land some telling shots early on in his UFC FN 57 scrap with Frankie Edgar, but the latter’s wrestling and top game proved to be too much for the featherweight contender.
After… Read More
UFC FN 57 Weigh-In Results: Frankie Edgar and Cub Swanson Hit Their Marks
By FCF Staff
Here are the official weigh-in results for UFC Fight Night 57, which will feature Frankie Edgar taking on fellow, featherweight contender Cub Swanson in the headliner.
Both veterans made weight for the main event, as Edgar tipped… Read More
UFC FN 57: Dustin Ortiz Welcomes Underdog Role, But Looking to Prove He’s “The Top Dog” at 125
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Dustin Ortiz started off the year by losing a tightly contested fight to John Moraga, the flyweight could close out 2014 with a win over Joseph Benavidez, and possibly a title shot within reach.… Read More
Latest Full Contact Fighter Radio Features UFC’s Dustin Ortiz and Cole Miller
By FCF Staff
The latest episode of Full Contact Fighter Radio features talks with UFC flyweight Dustin Ortiz and featherweight vet, Cole Miller.
Ortiz is set to battle fellow contender Joseph Benavidez at UFC Fight Night 57 this Saturday, which… Read More
UFC Books Cole Miller vs. Max Holloway, Zach Makovsky vs. Tim Elliott and Ray Borg vs. Chris Kelades
By FCF Staff
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is heading to Broomfield, Colorado for a February 14th event, and the promotion has announced three bouts for the Fight Night card.
At featherweight, Cole Miller will battle #14 ranked featherweight Max Holloway.
Miller… Read More
UFC 178: Demetrious Johnson Appears Focused and Ready for Chris Cariaso, Despite Being Massive Favorite
By FCF Staff
Although not many people are predicting that Demetrious Johnson’s run as UFC Flyweight Champion will come to an end on Saturday, “Mighty Mouse” certainly doesn’t appear to be looking past Chris Cariaso.
A few months… Read More
UFC’s Brad Pickett to Face Chico Camus Next
By FCF Staff
Brad Pickett has been tapped to fight Chico Camus in the latter’s flyweight debut, as the UFC has announced the two will fight on November 22nd.
The bout will be part of UFC Fight Night 57, which… Read More
UFC’s John Moraga to Battle Fellow Contender Jussier “Formiga” Next
By FCF Staff
UFC on FOX 13 has received an important flyweight bout, as John Moraga will battle fellow flyweight contender Jussier “Formiga” at the upcoming event.
The card will be hosted by the U.S. Airways Center in Phoenix, Arizona… Read More
UFC 178: Chris Cariaso Welcomes Underdog Role Versus Demetrious Johnson, Believes “Hurting” the Champ Early Key to Winning
By Kelsey Mowatt
Several months ago, not a lot of people were predicting Chris Cariaso would be the next man to challenge UFC flyweight champ Demetrious Johnson, and as their September 27th scrap nears, not many are saying… Read More
Caros Fodor Says Teammate Demetrious Johnson “Would Never Take Anybody Lightly”, Despite Being Massive Favorite at UFC 178
By Kelsey Mowatt
Very few people seem to believe that Demetrious Johnson’s reign as flyweight champion will end at UFC 178, and Caros Fodor is clearly not one of them. Johnson will defend his title versus… Read More