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MMANews Podcast (Ep. 4): Special Guest — Jimmie “El Terror” Rivera

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In the fourth installment of the MMANews Podcast, (presented by Pony Keg Sports) hosts Tim Thompson and Josh Stephens kick-off the show talking everything going on this weekend in the world of Mixed Martial Arts. LFA, ACB, Invicta, and the UFC all have big events this weekend and the guys dive into the most exciting fights. Including their picks with and against the spread for Sunday’s UFC Fight Night 103: Rodriguez vs. Penn.

The featured guest on this week’s show is UFC’s #6 ranked Bantamweight Jimmie “El Terror” Rivera (@JimmieRivera135)

Listen to Tim and Josh talk to Jimmie about his current mindset after a drama filled week that saw him have a couple fights scrapped, why he ended up turning down Chito Vera, his thoughts on everyone ranked higher than him, and why it’s only a matter of time before the NJPD shows up while he grapples his wife in the living room.

If you want to hear Jimmie Rivera fired up and uncensored, this is the interview for you. A heated, but friendly, back and forth with Tim about if he should have accepted any of the replacement options offered to him. The whole interview is MUST LISTEN stuff.

All that and of course the most up to date breaking news stories in the world of MMA today!

 Check out episode four of the MMANews Podcast powered by Pony Keg Sports below and make sure to check out last week’s episode (episode three) featuring UFC and Scottish Light Heavyweight, Paul “Bearjew” Craig  (MMANews Podcast (Ep. 2): Special Guest – UFC Light Heavyweight Paul “Bearjew” Craig). You can also check out all of the episodes here: (MMANews Podcast powered by Pony Keg Sports).

On episode five of the MMANews Podcast, which drops next week here at MMANews.com, Tim Thompson and Josh Stephens will be back recapping all the happenings of a busy weekend. Make sure to e-mail the guys with any questions or comments at [email protected]. You can also follow show-hosts Josh Stephens on Twitter @PonyKegSports and Tim Thompson @MMANews_Tim.

pony-keg-sports-600x340

In the fourth installment of the MMANews Podcast, (presented by Pony Keg Sports) hosts Tim Thompson and Josh Stephens kick-off the show talking everything going on this weekend in the world of Mixed Martial Arts. LFA, ACB, Invicta, and the UFC all have big events this weekend and the guys dive into the most exciting fights. Including their picks with and against the spread for Sunday’s UFC Fight Night 103: Rodriguez vs. Penn.

The featured guest on this week’s show is UFC’s #6 ranked Bantamweight Jimmie “El Terror” Rivera (@JimmieRivera135)

Listen to Tim and Josh talk to Jimmie about his current mindset after a drama filled week that saw him have a couple fights scrapped, why he ended up turning down Chito Vera, his thoughts on everyone ranked higher than him, and why it’s only a matter of time before the NJPD shows up while he grapples his wife in the living room.

If you want to hear Jimmie Rivera fired up and uncensored, this is the interview for you. A heated, but friendly, back and forth with Tim about if he should have accepted any of the replacement options offered to him. The whole interview is MUST LISTEN stuff.

All that and of course the most up to date breaking news stories in the world of MMA today!

 Check out episode four of the MMANews Podcast powered by Pony Keg Sports below and make sure to check out last week’s episode (episode three) featuring UFC and Scottish Light Heavyweight, Paul “Bearjew” Craig  (MMANews Podcast (Ep. 2): Special Guest – UFC Light Heavyweight Paul “Bearjew” Craig). You can also check out all of the episodes here: (MMANews Podcast powered by Pony Keg Sports).

On episode five of the MMANews Podcast, which drops next week here at MMANews.com, Tim Thompson and Josh Stephens will be back recapping all the happenings of a busy weekend. Make sure to e-mail the guys with any questions or comments at [email protected]. You can also follow show-hosts Josh Stephens on Twitter @PonyKegSports and Tim Thompson @MMANews_Tim.

Archives: Marlon Vera Says Jimmie Rivera Is ‘Not A Real Man’ (2017)

Five years ago, a 24-year-old Marlon Vera let Jimmie Rivera hear it after Rivera pulled out of their fight. Little did young “Chito” that Rivera would pull out of a fight between them again three years later at UFC 247.

The following article is pre…

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Five years ago, a 24-year-old Marlon Vera let Jimmie Rivera hear it after Rivera pulled out of their fight. Little did young “Chito” that Rivera would pull out of a fight between them again three years later at UFC 247.

The following article is presented to you in its original, unaltered form, courtesy of The MMA News Archives.

[ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED JANUARY 9, 2017, 9:46 PM]

Headline: Marlon Vera Says Jimmie Rivera Is ‘Not A Real Man’

Author: Fernando Quiles Jr.

The biggest opportunity fell in the lap of Marlon Vera recently. He was called upon to replace Bryan Caraway at this Sunday night’s (Jan. 15) UFC Fight Night event in Phoenix, Arizona. His opponent was to be No. 6 ranked bantamweight Jimmie Rivera.

And just like that, the opportunity was gone.

Rivera claimed the reason he pulled out of the fight was in fear of coming off like a bully. Vera told BloodyElbow.com that “El Terror’s” only fear was fighting something that isn’t as bad as he thought:

“I think 100 percent he is (scared). Not because I’m the best in the division, but probably he accepted the fight without knowing who I am, and then when he watched my clip, he was expecting a tomato can. When he watched the fights, he probably found out I’m not a tomato can. I have two losses in the UFC, but both of those fights were very close.”

Vera was left confused by Rivera’s explanation for removing himself from the Phoenix card.

“All of the things he said is completely bizarre. It’s stupid, and it’s immature. All of the things he said show to the world how unprofessional this dude is. What this guy did, that’s why he’s not going to be remembered.”

“El Terror” teaches kids in New York City at Team Tiger Schulmann’s. Vera argues that Rivera’s unprofessional actions should prevent him from doing so.

“This guy said he teaches kids. I also teach kids in the gym. When I teach kids, I tell them that a real man keeps his word. To me, words mean more than a contract. This guy shouldn’t be teaching kids, because he’s not a professional. He’s not a real man. Every single fighter in the world wants to fight. You get a fight and the next day say, ‘I don’t want to fight.’ That’s proof you are not a real man.”

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Jimmie Rivera Pulled Out of UFC Phoenix in Fear of ‘Looking Like A Bully’

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No. 6 ranked bantamweight Jimmie Rivera was scheduled to fight Bryan Caraway next Sunday night (Jan. 15) inside the Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. When Caraway went down with an injury, John Dodson offered to fill in. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced Marlon Vera as the replacement.

“El Terror” initially agreed, but quickly changed his mind.

MMAFighting.com reached out to Rivera for an explanation. The Tiger Schulmann’s fighter gave his reasoning:

“I found out Monday [that] Caraway was out. [I] didn’t find anyone new until Thursday. My coach and I discussed that it wouldn’t be a fair fight for the guy. I’m not bullying some guy who wins some and loses some. I want to fight the best of the best. I trained for Caraway, so either I wait for him to get better or fight someone at the very top of the weight class.”

Rivera admitted accepting the fight to begin with was a hasty decision.

“That was me thinking as a fighter and not being realistic. I’ve always got fights that no one wanted. First fight was [a] late-notice fight, knocked the guy out [Marcus Brimage]. Next was a Brazilian in Brazil, beat him [Pedro Munhoz]. Next was Yuri [Alcantara] who no one wanted to fight, beat him. Then, [Urijah] Faber and beat him toe-to-toe. I trained two and half months for Caraway. Two weeks out he says he got hurt.”

“El Terror” wanted it to be known that he is no bully. He said a replacement only makes sense when it benefits his career.

“All I ask, if it’s going to be replacement, give me someone who’s going to benefit me. If I fight Vera, it makes me look like a bully and I teach my kids not to be a bully. Plus, he’s got a daughter that he’s trying to make money to get her surgery done. I got a heart man, I can’t stand there and stop that.”

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SZH9y6c-4I

No. 6 ranked bantamweight Jimmie Rivera was scheduled to fight Bryan Caraway next Sunday night (Jan. 15) inside the Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. When Caraway went down with an injury, John Dodson offered to fill in. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced Marlon Vera as the replacement.

“El Terror” initially agreed, but quickly changed his mind.

MMAFighting.com reached out to Rivera for an explanation. The Tiger Schulmann’s fighter gave his reasoning:

“I found out Monday [that] Caraway was out. [I] didn’t find anyone new until Thursday. My coach and I discussed that it wouldn’t be a fair fight for the guy. I’m not bullying some guy who wins some and loses some. I want to fight the best of the best. I trained for Caraway, so either I wait for him to get better or fight someone at the very top of the weight class.”

Rivera admitted accepting the fight to begin with was a hasty decision.

“That was me thinking as a fighter and not being realistic. I’ve always got fights that no one wanted. First fight was [a] late-notice fight, knocked the guy out [Marcus Brimage]. Next was a Brazilian in Brazil, beat him [Pedro Munhoz]. Next was Yuri [Alcantara] who no one wanted to fight, beat him. Then, [Urijah] Faber and beat him toe-to-toe. I trained two and half months for Caraway. Two weeks out he says he got hurt.”

“El Terror” wanted it to be known that he is no bully. He said a replacement only makes sense when it benefits his career.

“All I ask, if it’s going to be replacement, give me someone who’s going to benefit me. If I fight Vera, it makes me look like a bully and I teach my kids not to be a bully. Plus, he’s got a daughter that he’s trying to make money to get her surgery done. I got a heart man, I can’t stand there and stop that.”

Jimmie Rivera Says He’s Off UFC Fight Night Card in Phoenix

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The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is going to Phoenix, Arizona next Sunday night (Jan. 15). Unfortunately, it looks like they’ll be going without No. 6 ranked bantamweight Jimmie Rivera. That means …

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The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is going to Phoenix, Arizona next Sunday night (Jan. 15). Unfortunately, it looks like they’ll be going without No. 6 ranked bantamweight Jimmie Rivera. That means they are down to three fights on the main card.

“El Terror” was supposed to face No. 5 ranked Bryan Caraway in a crucial bout in the UFC’s 135-pound division. “Kid Lightening” went down with an injury. Former flyweight contender John Dodson offered to step in. The promotion went with Marlon Vera instead.

Now it looks like Rivera has been scrapped from the card. He took to his Twitter account to break the news:

Stick with MMANews.com for more details as they develop.

Bryan Caraway: ‘I Trained Too Hard & my Shoulder Gave Out’

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No. 5 ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bantamweight Bryan Caraway was recently bitten by the injury bug. “Kid Lightening” had a chance to make his strongest case for a title bout yet at UFC Figh…

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No. 5 ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bantamweight Bryan Caraway was recently bitten by the injury bug. “Kid Lightening” had a chance to make his strongest case for a title bout yet at UFC Fight Night in Phoenix. Caraway was set to meet No. 6 ranked Jimmie Rivera next Sunday (Jan. 15).

That fight won’t be happening anytime soon as Caraway was forced to pull out. Some Twitter users reached out to the Xtreme Couture fighter including LowKickMMA’s Jon Fuentes to find out what went wrong. Caraway responded:

Caraway reached out to fight fans to express his grief over being forced to pull out of the event. He said the doctors simply wouldn’t give him the okay to compete.

“I am sorry fans. I was urged to go to the doc and the doc told me I couldn’t fight. I am devastated by this news and injury.”

The 135-pounder also offered an apology to Rivera.

When news broke out of Caraway’s injury, former flyweight contender John Dodson offered to step up to fight “El Terror” inside the Talking Stick Resort Arena. Instead, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) went with Marlon Vera.

Caraway’s entry to the UFC was through The Ultimate Fighter (TUF). He was suffered a TKO loss to Diego Brandao in the semi-finals of season 14. “Kid Lightening” was still offered a UFC contract and won two straight bouts. After a split decision loss to Takeya Mizugaki, Caraway won two straight once again.

He lost fell short against Raphael Assuncao in Oct. 2014. Just like he did following his last two losses, Caraway won two in a row. His biggest victory was against Aljamain Sterling at UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Garbrandt. Sterling was undefeated going into the match-up.

There’s no word on how long Caraway will be out of action. Stick with MMANews.com for more details as they become available.

UFC Fight Night Phoenix: Jimmie Rivera’s Replacement Opponent Revealed

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Sorry “Magician,” maybe next time.

Bantamweights Jimmie Rivera (20-1) and Bryan Caraway were set to go toe-to-toe at next Sunday night’s (Jan. 15) UFC Fight Night event in Phoenix, Arizona. Those plans …

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Sorry “Magician,” maybe next time.

Bantamweights Jimmie Rivera (20-1) and Bryan Caraway were set to go toe-to-toe at next Sunday night’s (Jan. 15) UFC Fight Night event in Phoenix, Arizona. Those plans were scrapped when Caraway went down with an injury. John Dodson offered to replace Caraway and meet “El Terror” inside the Octagon.

That fight is going to have to wait if it ever materializes.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced that Marlon Vera (8-3-1) will step up to face Rivera inside the Talking Stick Arena. Vera competed on The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America. “Chito’s” professional record inside the Octagon sits at 2-2.

Rivera hasn’t lost since his second professional bout and is on a 19-fight winning streak. He is the No. 8 ranked bantamweight in the world. He’s coming off a unanimous decision victory of the now retired mixed martial arts (MMA) icon Urijah Faber at UFC 203.

The main card of the Phoenix event will begin at 10 p.m. ET on FOX Sports 1. Rivera vs. Vera is expected to open the main card.