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WSOF 11: Dennis Hallman Replacing Injured Josh Burkman
By FCF Staff
Jon Fitch has yet another opponent booked to fight him July 5th, at World Series of Fighting 11, as the promotion has announced Josh Burkman has withdrawn due to injury.
As a result, Fitch will take on… Read More
TUF Brazil Finale III: Demian Maia Says he can “Breathe” After Latest Win, Discusses Stacked Welterweight Division
By FCF Staff
Demian Maia ended a two fight losing skid at the TUF Brazil III Finale Saturday night, and with the victory, the jiu-jitsu guru has likely ensured he remains a top ten ranked welterweight.
It wasn’t that long… Read More
WSOF and NBC Confirm Extended and Broader Partnership
By WSOF (via press release)
LAS VEGAS and STAMFORD, Conn. – May 27, 2014 — NBC Sports Group and World Series of Fighting (WSOF) have reached a multi-year agreement extending and broadening NBCSG’s exclusive rights to televise the Las… Read More
Cung Le-Michael Bisping, Dong Hyun Kim-Hector Lombard set for Next UFC Macau
By FCF Staff
The UFC’s next card in Macau, China, will feature two high profile fights, as Cung Le will take on Michael Bisping, and Hector Lombard will battle Dong Hyun Kim. The event will go down a the the Venetian… Read More
Report: Jon Fitch-Josh Burkman III set for WSOF 11
By FCF Staff
Since Jake Shields has been forced to withdraw from a July 5th bout with Jon Fitch, Josh Burkman has reportedly been booked to fight his fellow UFC vet for a third time.
The welterweight scrap will be… Read More
Report: UFC Working on Hector Lombard Versus Dong Hyun Kim
By FCF Staff
Hector Lombard may have recently relayed he isn’t “impressed” with Matt Brown’s recent run, but it looks as though he may face Dong Hyun Kim next.
The UFC is reportedly trying to book a bout between Lombard… Read More
UFC’s Hector Lombard Says He’s “Not Impressed” With Surging Matt Brown
By FCF Staff
Thanks to a seven fight win streak the spotlight continues to glow brighter on welterweight Matt Brown, but fellow contender Hector Lombard has let it be known he’s not blown away by the fighter’s recent success.
Lombard,… Read More
Media Watch: UFC’s Possible Relationship with WSOF
By Jesse Heitz
Seldom does the MMA world feature conspiracy theories, yet it appears that one is definitely brewing. Such a term is not meant to be at all derogatory, nor am I saying that such things are entirely
Rousimar Palhares Releases Statement, Withdrawing From WSOF 11 to Take Care of Ill Mother
By FCF Staff
After news surfaced recently that Rousimar Palhares will be unable to fight Jon Fitch at WSOF 11 as expected, the welterweight champ has released a statement outlining the reasons why.
The 34 year-old fighter has released a… Read More
Dana White Says Nick Diaz Offered Bout With Hector Lombard
By FCF Staff
Nick Diaz relayed before and after UFC 171 that he’s ready to return to action, but it remains to be seen if the welterweight will take the promotion’s latest offer.
According to multiple reports, UFC President Dana… Read More
Report: Daniel Cormier vs. Rafael Cavalcante, Demian Maia vs. Mike Pierce in the Works
By FCF Staff
There has been no shortage of speculation as to who Daniel Cormier will fight next, after making a successful light-heavyweight debut in February, and according to a report it could be Rafael “Feijao” Cavalcante.
Cormier was scheduled… Read More
UFC 171’s Johny Hendricks Had it “Two And Two” Heading Into Round Five, New Champ Says “It’s Not my Call” Regarding Next Opponent
By FCF Staff
Johny Hendricks may not scored a dominant, one sided win to secure the UFC Welterweight Championship, but the rising star certainly did so in memorable fashion. After outscoring Robbie Lawler in the opening two rounds, Hendricks was… Read More
UFC 171 Weigh-in Results: Johny Hendricks Misses Weight on First Attempt
By FCF Staff
Here are the official weigh-in results for UFC 171, which will feature Johny Hendricks taking on Robbie Lawler for the vacant welterweight title. The event will go down at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.
After… Read More
Report: Carlos Condit Not Guaranteed Title Shot With UFC 171 Win
By FCF Staff
Heading into Saturday’s UFC 171 card, the pre-fight narrative has been that Carlos Condit will secure another crack at the welterweight title, provided he defeats Tyron Woodley. In fact, Woodley has also said he believes their… Read More
UFC 170’s T.J. Waldburger on Mike Pyle: “We’re Not Going The Distance”
By Timothy Gilbert
On February 22, Texas native T.J. Waldburger will face off against fellow welterweight Mike Pyle in a battle between finishers. Combined, the two share a resume of 59 professional matches, of which only nine have ever made… Read More
UFC 171: Carlos Condit to Fight Tyron Woodley
By FCF Staff
After UFC President Dana White relayed that Tyron Woodley likely wouldn’t get to face top welterweight contender Carlos Condit next, the promotion has announced that Woodley’s campaigning has paid off. The bout will take place on March 15th… Read More
UFC 171: Alex Garcia to Fight Sean Spencer
By FCF Staff
After scoring a highlight reel knockout in his Octagon debut at UFC Fight Night 33, Alex Garcia has been tapped to fight Sean Spencer, March 15th in Dallas. The UFC 171 scrap will be hosted by the… Read More
Narrative Check: Has GSP Been Taking More Punishment?
By Kelsey Mowatt
While it remains to be seen if and when Georges St. Pierre will return to defend the UFC Welterweight Championship, there’s been no shortage of discussion as to what’s behind the star’s self declared personal… Read More
UFC FN 29: Kim, Assuncao and Dillashaw Pick up Bonuses
By FCF Staff
Although Dong Hyun Kim has recorded impressive wins in the past, the welterweight has utilized his overbearing top game to record many of them. At UFC Fight Night 29, however, the Judoka knocked out Erick Silva with… Read More
Watch the UFC FN 29 Weigh-Ins Live at 3 ET / 12 pt
By FCF Staff
You can watch the official weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night 29 right here at Full Contact Fighter, beginning this afternoon at 3:00PM EST / 12:00 PM / PST.
Wednesday’s card will take place in Barueri, Brazil,… Read More