Tag: Interim

Renan Barao Could Defend Interim UFC Title Against Michael McDonald

Renan Barao has had the interim UFC bantamweight title in his possession since defeating Urijah Faber by unanimous decision back on July 21. Following that win, Barao’s coach, Andre Pederneiras, said that the newly crowned interim champ was not g…

Renan Barao has had the interim UFC bantamweight title in his possession since defeating Urijah Faber by unanimous decision back on July 21. Following that win, Barao’s coach, Andre Pederneiras, said that the newly crowned interim champ was not going to defend that title, instead opting to wait for a unification bout with champion Dominick […]

Bisping Wants Interim Title Fight vs. Belfort If Anderson Silva Goes on Break

Michael Bisping isn’t pleased that Anderson Silva expects a vacation from the Octagon for most of next year. However, “The Count” has a recommendation for the UFC. Directing a Twitter message at Dana White, Bisping has stated that his…

Michael Bisping isn’t pleased that Anderson Silva expects a vacation from the Octagon for most of next year. However, “The Count” has a recommendation for the UFC. Directing a Twitter message at Dana White, Bisping has stated that his upcoming title eliminator fight with Belfort should have far higher takes. Specifically, a UFC belt: @danawhite […]

UFC 148: Urijah Faber Will Meet Renan Barao for Interim Bantamweight Title

After having his rubber match against UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz cancelled, Urijah Faber now has a new opponent for what has become an interim title fight in UFC 148‘s co-main event.  During Friday’s episode of T…

After having his rubber match against UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz cancelled, Urijah Faber now has a new opponent for what has become an interim title fight in UFC 148‘s co-main event.  During Friday’s episode of The Ultimate Fighter, rising Brazilian Renan Barao was announced as Faber’s new adversary. Barao is currently riding a 28-fight winning streak, […]

Urijah Faber at UFC 148: A Case for the Elimination of Interim Titles

When bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz was forced out of his scheduled title defense against Urijah Faber at UFC 148, the UFC was put in a very tough position.  Injuries happen from time-to-time in the sport of mixed martial arts, and recently, …

When bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz was forced out of his scheduled title defense against Urijah Faber at UFC 148, the UFC was put in a very tough position.  Injuries happen from time-to-time in the sport of mixed martial arts, and recently, Cruz’s fellow champion Jon Jones had his own title defense against Rashad Evans delayed […]

Dana White Says Urijah Faber Will Still Fight for Interim Title

Dominick Cruz may be out of UFC 148, but Urijah Faber and the bantamweight title will still be in, according to UFC President Dana White. In an episode of UFC Tonight on Fuel TV, White addressed the state of the bantamweight division. Cruz was set to d…

Dominick Cruz may be out of UFC 148, but Urijah Faber and the bantamweight title will still be in, according to UFC President Dana White. In an episode of UFC Tonight on Fuel TV, White addressed the state of the bantamweight division. Cruz was set to defend his UFC title against Faber on July 7 […]

Dominick Cruz Injured: Does UFC Need Interim Champion?

UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz has become another casualty to The Ultimate Fighter curse, as he was forced out of UFC 148 title bout against Urijah Faber. The two bantamweights are currently serving as opposing coaches on the new sea…

UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz has become another casualty to The Ultimate Fighter curse, as he was forced out of UFC 148 title bout against Urijah Faber. The two bantamweights are currently serving as opposing coaches on the new season, but Cruz’s latest injury has prevented any sort of meeting between them. The 26-year-old has not competed […]