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Fans and Fighters Debate Legalization of MMA in New York

Professional mixed martial arts events are legal throughout the United States, except in New York. Victory Combat Sports is the first company to host a legally sanctioned MMA card in the state, albeit one exclusively featuring amateur fighters.TV …

Professional mixed martial arts events are legal throughout the United States, except in New York. Victory Combat Sports is the first company to host a legally sanctioned MMA card in the state, albeit one exclusively featuring amateur fighters.

TV personality and chef Anthony Bourdain attended the event and had a few things to say about the legalization in this video. Bourdain was not the only one to sound off, as many fans and fighters alike are frustrated and growing impatient. 

Watch the video to hear fans, fighters and New Yorkers talk about the process and how much it affects their livelihood. 

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Stitch Stories Episode 1: Fedor Emelianenko’s Silent Treatment, Vodka and More

One of the UFC’s most noticeable faces nowadays is cutman Jacob “Stitch” Duran. Not only did Bleacher Report get a chance to sit down with Stitch, but we got him to tell us some funny and awesome stories from his time with fighters. T…

One of the UFC’s most noticeable faces nowadays is cutman Jacob “Stitch” Duran. Not only did Bleacher Report get a chance to sit down with Stitch, but we got him to tell us some funny and awesome stories from his time with fighters.

This week, Stitch tells us the story of when he traveled to Japan and ended up wrapping Fedor Emelianenko’s hands for a fight. This is a must-watch!

Feel free tell us what you think in the comment section below. 

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The Underground Fight Club in New York City

First rule of Fight Club: You don’t talk about Fight Club.Victory Combat Sports hosted the first legally sanctioned amateur MMA fight in New York City.MMA is only getting bigger, and it’s a matter of time until it becomes legal in New York.Bleacher Rep…

First rule of Fight Club: You don’t talk about Fight Club.

Victory Combat Sports hosted the first legally sanctioned amateur MMA fight in New York City.

MMA is only getting bigger, and it’s a matter of time until it becomes legal in New York.

Bleacher Report explored the underground fight scene and what makes it so electric for fans and fighters. Watch the video to get a taste of the underground fight scene in New York City.

Highlights courtesy of Friday Night Fights. 

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