John Hathaway Injured, out of Bout with Gunnar Nelson at UFC 189

The lineup for UFC 189 is currently under fire, and John Hathaway is the latest confirmed fighter to fall victim to injury. While a fractured rib (h/t Globo/Brazil) suffered by featherweight king Jose Aldo has his highly anticipated bout with Conor McGregor in serious jeopardy, the British welterweight was forced to withdraw from his upcoming bout […]

The lineup for UFC 189 is currently under fire, and John Hathaway is the latest confirmed fighter to fall victim to injury. While a fractured rib (h/t Globo/Brazil) suffered by featherweight king Jose Aldo has his highly anticipated bout with Conor McGregor in serious jeopardy, the British welterweight was forced to withdraw from his upcoming bout […]

Gunnar Nelson vs. Rick Story: What We Learned from Welterweight Tilt

The UFC’s live broadcast from Sweden Saturday afternoon was shown on its always reliable Fight Pass. Headlining the card was a welterweight scrap between Rick Story and Gunnar Nelson, which was intended to be a showcase for the Icelandic native.  Instead, in turned into a spoiler for Story. He won a split decision, which should […]

The UFC’s live broadcast from Sweden Saturday afternoon was shown on its always reliable Fight Pass. Headlining the card was a welterweight scrap between Rick Story and Gunnar Nelson, which was intended to be a showcase for the Icelandic native.  Instead, in turned into a spoiler for Story. He won a split decision, which should […]

What a Win Could Mean for Gunnar Nelson at UFC Fight Night 53

Undefeated Gunnar Nelson looks to make the leap into the Top 10 of the welterweight division when he meets Rick “The Horror” Story in the main event of UFC Fight Night 53 this Saturday. Nelson (13-0-1), who is currently ranked 12th in the division, takes on former top contender Story (17-8) in a five-round fight. Story, […]

Undefeated Gunnar Nelson looks to make the leap into the Top 10 of the welterweight division when he meets Rick “The Horror” Story in the main event of UFC Fight Night 53 this Saturday. Nelson (13-0-1), who is currently ranked 12th in the division, takes on former top contender Story (17-8) in a five-round fight. Story, […]

Gunnar Nelson vs. Rick Story: Keys to Victory for Each Fighter

Gunnar Nelson and Rick Story headline UFC Fight Night 53 this Saturday in Stockholm, Sweden. The card isn’t generating much buzz, but the main event should do a good job of putting the finishing touches on a night of fights. Nelson has pretty much run the table in his professional career. He has a stellar […]

Gunnar Nelson and Rick Story headline UFC Fight Night 53 this Saturday in Stockholm, Sweden. The card isn’t generating much buzz, but the main event should do a good job of putting the finishing touches on a night of fights. Nelson has pretty much run the table in his professional career. He has a stellar […]

UFC Fight Night 54: The Calculated Chaos of Gunnar Nelson

When it comes to competing under the bright lights of the UFC Octagon, Gunnar Nelson is a paradox of sorts. The 26-year-old Iceland native is stoic in the lead up to the fray, but once the cage door closes and the fight goes live, Gunni sets about working a fluid offensive attack that is equal […]

When it comes to competing under the bright lights of the UFC Octagon, Gunnar Nelson is a paradox of sorts. The 26-year-old Iceland native is stoic in the lead up to the fray, but once the cage door closes and the fight goes live, Gunni sets about working a fluid offensive attack that is equal […]

Rick Story Looking to Derail Gunnar Nelson’s Rise at UFC Fight Night 53

Rick Story knows what it feels like to have momentum in the UFC welterweight division. The Washington-born powerhouse rose to prominence in the 170-pound ranks on the strength of a six-fight winning streak that included wins over former title challenger Thiago Alves and prospect-turned-champion Johny Hendricks. “The Horror” used his solid wrestling base and forward […]

Rick Story knows what it feels like to have momentum in the UFC welterweight division. The Washington-born powerhouse rose to prominence in the 170-pound ranks on the strength of a six-fight winning streak that included wins over former title challenger Thiago Alves and prospect-turned-champion Johny Hendricks. “The Horror” used his solid wrestling base and forward […]