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bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

#7 Anderson Silva and #6 Michael Bisping are shaping up to be an event to watch at the end of the month. So much drama has been built up between the stars of the main-event with twitter shots and harsh interviews.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Champ Luke Rockhold and Chris Weidman’s rematch set for 199 probably wasn’t the card that either fighter or camp wanted to be on considering UFC 200 will be the huge blockbuster summer event during International Fight Week in Las Vegas, a must see for UFC fans. Rockhold gave up the interview to Bloody Elbow’s Michael Hutchinson:

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

One of the premium MMA gyms in the country, Kings MMA founded by Rafael Cordeiro is having another big year. With UFC champs Fabricio Werdum and Rafael dos Anjos training under Cordeiro’s tutelage, they stand a high chance of success retaining their belts with the proper training under the legendary coach.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Ok and we out!! A photo posted by Donald Cerrone (@cowboycerrone) on Feb 13, 2016 at 7:46am PST

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

First day of training footage captured the iconic Filipino boxer in this behind the scenes style video. Pacquiao looks to conclude his epic career in this rubber-match against Timothy Bradley a few months from now in Las Vegas NV.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Hiked the calico/red rocks today for an extra workout before sparring! Feeling like a really motivated monster haha! #monstercupcake #Red rocks #UnleashTheBeast #March5th #andnew A video posted by Miesha Tate (@mieshatate) on Feb 11, 2016 at 7:45pm PST

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3rk9lx_daniel-cormier-and-jason-mayhem-miller-playing-the-slap-challenge_fun What would you do if you were walking to your hotel room and you saw Daniel “DC” Cormier and Jason “Mayhem” Miller playing the Slap game against each other? Get winner of course!

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Getting a full look at the Fight Night headliner Anderson Silva in this video featuring “The Spider” and his team. Micheal Bisping is seen in the opening moments and makes his presence known by requesting Silva to ‘give him a smile’ as he enters the room.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Last month it was announced that former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson had signed with Bellator MMA, and would get an immediate title shot. The move was a bit of a shocking one, however signing a former UFC champion was a big move for Bellator MMA.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

It’s moments like this that motivate the younger generation of fighters to become world champions or some positive influence to our sport in years to come. For now, check out this kid shoot for a single and move quickly to mount then transition to side control against “The Spider” in this video.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Happy Friday 💋 A photo posted by Paige VanZant (@paigevanzantufc) on Feb 12, 2016 at 1:47pm PST

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Back at UFC 192 Tyron Woodley and former UFC welterweight champion Johny Hendricks were slated to square off to decide who would get a crack at Robbie Lawler’s welterweight championship. Hendricks had a weight-cut mishap and was rushed to the hospital. Woodley was ultimately awarded the title shot by UFC President Dana White. Lawler went on to fight, and defeat, Carlos Condit via controversial decision. Condit called for an immediate rematch, and there was no mention of Woodley’s promise of a title shot.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

On February 27th Michael Bisping and Anderson Silva will square off in a highly anticipated match of veterans. Both men have been at the top of the UFC’s middleweight division for quite some time, however have yet to fight one another. While Silva reigned as the king of the middleweight division for nearly 10 years, Bisping was always just shy of a title shot. On February 27th he will finally get the chance to fight Silva and get his name in the title mix once again.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

In what is likely the strangest combat sports card in the history of, well…combat sports, UR Fight is reportedly putting on a fight card that is leaving us scratching our heads. The event, which is scheduled for March 20th according to MMAWeekly will feature a grappling match between Chael Sonnen and Michael Bisping, a MMA fight between Ken Shamrock and Dan Severn, a pro-wrestling match between Kurt Angle and Rey Mysterio, and a boxing match between Roy Jones Jr. and a fan who has yet to be selected.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Anderson ‘The Spider’ Silva gets with the media to answer a few questions and one question asked got the former champs attention. Conor McGregor has put many a Brazilian on blast and it doesn’t look like the Irishman is slowing or stopping anytime soon.

bjpenndotcom - February 13, 2016

Last month Donald Cerrone had his highly anticipated rematch with Rafael dos Anjos for the UFC lightweight championship. Unfortunately for Cowboy, Rafael dos Anjos started quick and landed a crushing liver kick in a matter of moments. Cowboy was unable to recover and ultimately lost via 1st round TKO.

bjpenndotcom - February 12, 2016

Donald Cerrone is currently gearing up for his ‘UFC Fight Night: Pittsburgh’ main event bout against Alex ‘Cowboy’ Oliveira, however that hasn’t stopped Cerrone from plotting about the rest of 2016. ‘Cowboy’ is coming off a 1st round TKO loss to Rafael dos Anjos at UFC on FOX 17 earlier this year, and is looking to get a fight with UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor after ‘Notorious’ has his scrap with dos Anjos at UFC 196 on March 5th.

bjpenndotcom - February 12, 2016

News surfaced late Friday evening that former UFC champion Tito Ortiz had been cited for misdemeanor battery outside of a Las Vegas nightclub. The situation in question was with a woman over a cell phone which lead to Ortiz allegedly getting physical in an attempt to take the phone. When police arrived at The Cromwell hotel, Ortiz was not placed under arrest and was issued a citation.