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Yoel Romero Facing Possible Lengthy Suspension For Potential Failed UFC 194 Drug Test

As if there wasn’t enough controversy surrounding Yoel Romero in recent months, between “stool gate,” his “post-fight Jesus comments” and the fashion in which he won a close decision over top contender Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza in his last fight at UFC 19…

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As if there wasn’t enough controversy surrounding Yoel Romero in recent months, between “stool gate,” his “post-fight Jesus comments” and the fashion in which he won a close decision over top contender Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza in his last fight at UFC 194 in December, UFC Middleweight star Yoel Romero is now facing the most serious controversial situation thus far in his UFC career.

It was announced this week that Romero is facing a possible violation of the new, strict Anti-Doping Policy, one that could result in a lengthy suspension, taking Romero from being potentially next in line for a UFC Middleweight title shot to sitting out long enough that he might not even be in the top ten discussion by the time he fights again.

UFC officials issued the following statement regarding Romero’s potential Anti-Doping Policy violation:

The UFC organization was notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) informed Yoel Romero of a potential Anti-Doping Policy violation stemming from an out-of-competition sample collection.

USADA, the independent administrator of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy, will handle the results management and appropriate adjudication of this case involving Romero. Additional information will be provided at the appropriate time as the process moves forward.

Romero’s manager, Malki Kawa, issued the following statement to MMAFighting.com:

“We are gathering information and will have no further comment at this time.”

UFC 161: Keys to Victory for Fighters in Featured Bouts

The main event and co-main event for UFC 161 will feature combatants with different styles. In the co-main event, bruising heavyweights Stipe Miocic and Roy “Big Country” Nelson will battle to take the next step towards a title shot. That bout will be followed by the main event: a light heavyweight clash between Rashad “Suga” Evans and […]

The main event and co-main event for UFC 161 will feature combatants with different styles. In the co-main event, bruising heavyweights Stipe Miocic and Roy “Big Country” Nelson will battle to take the next step towards a title shot. That bout will be followed by the main event: a light heavyweight clash between Rashad “Suga” Evans and […]

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Jon Jones Featured in UFC 145 Promo: “On Another Level”

Jon Jones‘ ascension through the light heavyweight division has been unprecedented.  Set to make his first appearance inside the Octagon this year, and his third title defense, there has been much debate regarding Jones’ placement amon…

Jon Jones‘ ascension through the light heavyweight division has been unprecedented.  Set to make his first appearance inside the Octagon this year, and his third title defense, there has been much debate regarding Jones’ placement among the pound-for-pound rankings at this stage of his career.  In anticipation for his upcoming title bout against Rashad Evans […]

Rashad Evans and Jon Jones Featured on SportsNite, Evans Says Jones Is “Fake”

The rivalry between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans has only just begun to intensify. While making an appearance on the CBS sports talk-show “Sportsnite,” the two light heavyweights didn’t hold back from hiding their true feelings towards …

The rivalry between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans has only just begun to intensify. While making an appearance on the CBS sports talk-show “Sportsnite,” the two light heavyweights didn’t hold back from hiding their true feelings towards one another, especially Evans. “I don’t respect Jon as a person,” Evans said. “I think Jon is fake […]

Anderson Silva and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Featured in New Honda Commercial

While neither competitor has any intention of facing each other in the Octagon, outside of the eight-sided cage, it seems that anything goes.  Anderson Silva and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira seem to be competing for more than just a UFC title in a bra…

While neither competitor has any intention of facing each other in the Octagon, outside of the eight-sided cage, it seems that anything goes.  Anderson Silva and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira seem to be competing for more than just a UFC title in a brand new commercial. The two Brazilians are seen shopping for a new Honda […]

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Anderson Silva and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira Featured in New Honda Commercial

UFC 140 Predictions

Main Card Predictions Light Heavyweight Championship bout: Jon Jones (c) vs Lyoto Machida Love both these guys. The patience of Machida will probably give Jon Jones a little bit of trouble for the first round. However, I don’t think there is much that Machida can do against the elusive Jones. The best chance Machida has

Main Card Predictions

Light Heavyweight Championship bout: Jon Jones (c) vs Lyoto Machida

Love both these guys. The patience of Machida will probably give Jon Jones a little bit of trouble for the first round. However, I don’t think there is much that Machida can do against the elusive Jones. The best chance Machida has at winning this fight is being Jon Jones Guard and landing long punches. I hope the odds are too far apart on this one. I like Jon Jones winning this one pretty much no matter what. If the odds are like -600 though, I might take Machida.

Heavyweight bout: Frank Mir vs Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira

A rematch that Mir won the first time. I think this back to being a toss up again as Nogueira was sick with the flu last time they fought. If the odds are ridiculously skewed in favor of Mir, I like Nogueira to win. Otherwise if its close go with Mir.

Light Heavyweight bout: Tito Ortiz vs Antônio Rogério Nogueira

Tito ain’t KOing Nogueira on the feet so imo that will give Nogueira time to work his championship level boxing. Ortiz’ best shot at winning this is obviously one way. The double leg > GnP. However, he is going against a Nogueira. So in that position you have to worry about being armbarred. The two brothers have some of the best armbars in the game. Nogueira’s boxing is much much better than Tito’s. I like Nogueira winning this, but I’ve been finding myself rooting for Tito in his last few fights. Maybe its the nostalgic fan in me. I used to dislike Tito all those years he fought before his stint on the TUF show, before he came back for the first Ken Shamrock fight, but these days I’m a fan. I think Nogueira has the right skillset to give Ortiz problems. I see little Nog taking a decision. Cardio could be Ortiz ace in the hole in this one though.

Welterweight bout: Claude Patrick vs Brian Ebersole

Ebersole. There are only a few people in the division that can beat him right now.

Featherweight bout: Mark Hominick vs Chan Sung Jung

Awesome fight potential, but I lean towards Hominick here. Sung Jung is wild and Hominick is crisp and tight. Big advantage for Hominick.

Preliminary card (Ion Television)

Light Heavyweight bout: Krzysztof Soszynski vs Igor Pokrajac

Soszynski will likely win being bigger and better on the ground. I like the way Igor fights though.

Middleweight bout: Jared Hamman vs Constantinos Philippou

Hamman is the guy that presses and he doesn’t look like hes tough or a fighter, but hes got skills. I expect him to win then sell you a computer when its over.

Lightweight bout: John Makdessi vs Dennis Hallman

One thing you can count on here is that Hallman won’t be wearing a mankini. Only prediction to be made here.

Bantamweight bout: Yves Jabouin vs Walel Watson

Preliminary card

Lightweight bout: Mark Bocek vs Nik Lentz

I want to see this fight. Bocek has been a monster lately, but Nik Lentz is always fun to watch and has some good skills. On the ground though Bocek has distinct advantage.

Welterweight bout: Rich Attonito vs Jake Hecht

Lightweight bout: Mitch Clarke vs John Cholish