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UFC FN 68: Tim Boetsch Knows Dan Henderson Needs Just “One Touch of That Right Hand”, But Spots “Openings”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Dan Henderson has lost five of his last six fights, when Tim Boetsch faces the legendary fighter at UFC Fight Night 68, he expects nothing less than the classic “Hendo” approach.
Over the years, Henderson has… Read More
UFC’s Jonavin Webb Discusses Ground Game, Aggressive Approach Stems From “Fear of Judges”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Jonavin Webb may have come up short in his UFC debut, but the “Spyder” still demonstrated why he was widely considered to be one of the welterweight division’s top prospects heading into the bout.… Read More
MMA Legend Bas Rutten to Enter UFC Hall of Fame
By FCF Staff
One of MMA’s most popular and celebrated fighters, Bas Rutten, will be inducted into the UFC’s Hall of Fame this July. The promotion has announced that “El Guapo” will be inducted into the Pioneer Era category, since… Read More
Jonavin Webb Talks Memorable UFC Debut, Decision to Fight His “Friend” Kyle Noke
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although no fighter wants to lose their Octagon debut, if you’re going to have a defeat added to your record, then you may want it in the fashion Jonavin Webb incurred his at UFC Fight… Read More
UFC 187: Zach Makovsky Talks John Dodson, Title Shot Opportunity
By FCF Staff
After going 3-1 to begin his UFC tenure, Zach Makovsky is keenly aware that if he defeats John Dodson this Saturday at UFC 187, some big things are in his future.
The former Bellator champ, who… Read More
UFC Announces Debut Card For South Korea
By FCF Staff
The UFC’s global expansion continues, as following the promotion’s first card in the Philippines, the company announced it will make its South Korea debut on November 28th. The card will be hosted by Seoul’s Olympic Park Gymnastics Arena… Read More
Roy Nelson And Josh Barnett to Coach “Road to UFC: Japan”, Fighting in September
By FCF Staff
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has unveiled plans for a new reality based show, and Josh Barnett and Roy Nelson will be steering the program’s ship.
The promotion has announced that “Road to UFC: Japan” will feature eight… Read More
Bellator 137: Benji Radach Says he “Owed it to Himself” to Fight Again
By Kelsey Mowatt
Last week, Bellator likely raised the collective eyebrows of the MMA world, when it announced Benji Radach was stepping in for the injured AJ Matthews this Friday, and will face Ben Reiter.
The reason that… Read More
Report: Mayweather-Pacquiao Sets PPV Record With 4.4 Million Buys
By FCF Staff
Leading up to the May 2nd fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, all the indications were that the boxing match would set viewing records, and that’s exactly what happened.
According to a report from the Las… Read More
UFC FN 65: Stipe Miocic Punishes Mark Hunt, Finishes Legend
By FCF Staff
Mark Hunt demonstrated once again that he is one of the gamest and toughest fighters in the sport, but the feared striker was badly beaten by Stipe Miocic at UFC FN 65.
Early on, Hunt threatened Miocic… Read More
UFC’s COO Says “Vast Majority” of Fighters Are “Excited” About Reebok Uniform Deal
By FCF Staff
Although several fighters have been openly critical of the UFC-Reebok deal’s compensation structure, UFC officials insist it’s a positive development for the promotion’s athletes.
On Wednesday, the UFC disclosed to its fighters how much fighters will be… Read More
GLORY Signs Three More Broadcasting Deals
By GLORY (via press release)
New York, NY – GLORY Sports International (GSI), parent company of the world’s premier kickboxing league, today announced deals with three new broadcast partners, expanding the organization’s global television reach further in 2015. Brokered by… Read More
Bellator Signs Melvin Guillard to Multi-Fight Deal
By FCF Staff
After having a falling out with World Series of Fighting, UFC veteran Melvin Guillard has signed a multi-fight, multi-year deal with Bellator.
On Monday, the promotion announced that it has added the 32 year-old slugger to its… Read More
UFC 187: John Makdessi to Face Donald Cerrone
By FCF Staff
The changes to UFC 187 keep coming, as not long after it was reported that Khabib Nurmagomedov has injured his knee, the promotion has announced John Makdessi will now face Donald Cerrone.
Makdessi (13-3) just fought at… Read More
UFC FN 70: Steve Bosse to Make Octagon Debut After Being Pulled From UFC 186
By FCF Staff
After being added, and then pulled from UFC 186 in a matter of days, Steve Bosse has been re-booked for his Octagon debut.
Bosse was signed to face Fabio Maldonado on April 25th, after Bellator was granted… Read More
Lion Fight Announces Signing of Julio Pena to Multi-Fight Deal
By Lion Fight (via press release)
LAS VEGAS – Lion Fight Promotions today officially announced the signing of Julio Pena, Boston deputy sheriff and professional Muay Thai fighter, to an exclusive multi-fight contract. Pena joins the roster… Read More
UFC 186: John Makdessi Returning to Cage With “Happy State of Mind”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although many people believe John Makdessi should have had his winning streak extended to four last February, the lightweight decided it was time to take a break, following his controversial loss to Alan Patrick.
Yes,… Read More
Report: UFC Rankings Will Not Determine Reebok Sponsorship Payouts
By FCF Staff
Since the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Reebok unveiled their uniform deal, several fighters have questioned whether the revenue sharing should be tied to the rankings, and it looks like their concerns have been noticed.
Back in December,… Read More
GLORY 20: Gabriel Varga’s Career Experiencing a “Bit of an Explosion” in Interest, Following Championship Win
By Kelsey Mowatt
Although Gabriel Varga may not be a household name quite yet in his native Canada, the kickboxer took a big step in that direction earlier this month, by winning GLORY’s Featherweight Championship.
For some time now, Varga… Read More
UFC on FOX 15: Eddie Gordon Says KO Loss Was “Lesson Learned”
By FCF Staff
When Eddie Gordon steps into the Octagon this Saturday at UFC on FOX 15, the middleweight will be looking to put some further distance between himself and the vicious, knockout he incurred last December.
Gordon appeared to… Read More