Author: Dana Becker

Jimi Manuwa Calls Out Shogun Rua, Glover Teixeira for Declining Fights

Jimi Manuwa wants to fight. Manuwa, who suffered a July knockout loss to current UFC light heavyweight No. 1 contender Volkan Oezdemir, posted on social media recently that he has been turned down for fights by Mauricio “Shogun” Rua and Glo…

Jimi Manuwa wants to fight. Manuwa, who suffered a July knockout loss to current UFC light heavyweight No. 1 contender Volkan Oezdemir, posted on social media recently that he has been turned down for fights by Mauricio “Shogun” Rua and Glover Teixeira. These lhw’s are pussys — JIMI MANUWA (@POSTERBOYJM) December 21, 2017 These pussys […]

Bellator 192: Chael Sonnen, Rampage Jackson Highlights

As they prepare for battle against one another, check out highlights from past fights featuring Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Chael Sonnen. The two square off in the first of four quarterfinals in the Bellator Heavyweight Grand Prix at Bell…

As they prepare for battle against one another, check out highlights from past fights featuring Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Chael Sonnen. The two square off in the first of four quarterfinals in the Bellator Heavyweight Grand Prix at Bellator 192 next month from The Forum in Los Angeles. Jackson, a former UFC light heavyweight champion, […]

Jennifer Maia Explains Reason for Declining UFC Fight vs. Valentina Shevchenko

Invicta FC flyweight champion Jennifer Maia was given the opportunity to make her next appearance inside the Octagon. But Maia said no to the UFC. “I was super happy,” Maia said in an interview with MMA Fighting. “That’s another step in the…

Invicta FC flyweight champion Jennifer Maia was given the opportunity to make her next appearance inside the Octagon. But Maia said no to the UFC. “I was super happy,” Maia said in an interview with MMA Fighting. “That’s another step in the right direction in my career. It was very cool that they made the […]

‘Countdown to UFC 219: Cyborg vs. Holm’ Complete Episode Replay

A complete episode replay of Countdown to UFC 219: Cyborg vs. Holm is now available for online viewing. The series provides fans with an inside look at the lives of the fighters set for action, including both in the gym training and at home living out …

A complete episode replay of Countdown to UFC 219: Cyborg vs. Holm is now available for online viewing. The series provides fans with an inside look at the lives of the fighters set for action, including both in the gym training and at home living out their lives. UFC 219 takes place next Saturday night […]

UFC Makes Tweaks to Reebok Sponsorship Structure

The UFC is altering payments to fighters through the Reebok deal, ESPN reported. Changes include to those entering the UFC for the first time, as fighters with three or fewer bouts will earn $3,500. Fighters making their fourth or fifth appearance for …

The UFC is altering payments to fighters through the Reebok deal, ESPN reported. Changes include to those entering the UFC for the first time, as fighters with three or fewer bouts will earn $3,500. Fighters making their fourth or fifth appearance for the UFC will now earn $5,000. Under the previous guidelines, anything under five […]

UFC Fight Night 125 Card: Joe Soto Travels to Brazil, Faces Iuri Alcantara

Joe Soto will make a quick return to the Octagon after a loss to Brett Johns earlier this month, taking on Iuri Alcantara at UFC Fight Night 125. Soto, a former Bellator champion, fell to Johns in just 30 seconds after a calf-slicer was locked in. The …

Joe Soto will make a quick return to the Octagon after a loss to Brett Johns earlier this month, taking on Iuri Alcantara at UFC Fight Night 125. Soto, a former Bellator champion, fell to Johns in just 30 seconds after a calf-slicer was locked in. The loss knocked Soto’s record overall to 18-6, including […]