UFC NEWS
Nick Diaz Gets Jail Time for DUI Cases
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Nick Diaz’s absence from the octagon has not gone unnoticed. The UFC fighter failed a post-fight drug test at UFC 183 and a future hearing with the NSAC will decide his fate as a fighter.
"Cyborg" to Rousey: 'This Is What Happens When You Talk Too Much!'
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
This past weekend, Cristiane “Cyborg” Justino sent out a message to Ronda Rousey congratulating her on winning ESPN’s “ESPY” award. It seemed like a peace offering, but “Cyborg” just dished out another diss to the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion— it seems like all the love is lost!
Cub Swanson says he would beat 'idiot' Conor McGregor
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Conor McGregor has gold around his waist and a bullseye on his back. Featherweights in the UFC are chomping at the bit to be the one to hand McGregor his first loss in the octagon, and Cub Swanson thinks he’s the one that can do it.
Ronda Rousey: It's Been A Joy Watching Conor McGregor Mature
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Though it is not confirmed, it is safe to assume that Ronda Rousey and Conor McGregor are the two biggest active draws in Ultimate Fighting Championship.
BEEF! Weidman Fires Back at Rockhold: 'Vitor's Kick Really Messed with Your Head'
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Things are heating up quick between the UFC Middleweight Champion and Luke Rockhold.
It's On! Vitor Belfort Accepts Michael Bisping's Challenge
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
A lot of fighters have their sights set on Vitor “The Phenom” Belfort, and it looks like he is welcoming any and all challengers.
Go Behind the Scenes of 'TUF: Team McGregor vs. Team Faber'
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Now that “The Ultimate Fighter: Blackzilians vs. American Top Team” is in the books, it’s time to film the next season! It was revealed during the TUF 21 Finale that the next season’s coaches would be none other than UFC Interim Featherweight Champion Conor McGregor and Urijah Faber. While the two will not be fighting each other, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see a rivalry form between the two that led to a bout somewhere down the road. Go behind the scenes and check out the filming of TUF 22!
It's Fight Week and Miesha Tate Is Looking Good!
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Miesha Tate needs a win now more than ever as she prepares to step into the octagon with Jessica “Evil” Eye this weekend at UFC on FOX 16.
Jeremy Stephens: 'I'm One of the Hardest Hitting UFC Featherweights'
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
It isn’t a secret that Jeremy Stephens has knockout power. “Lil’ Heathen” possessed 15 knockouts walking into his “UFC 189” bout with Dennis Bermudez and he made it clear he was going for number 16. Bermudez tried his hardest to avoid getting hit, but Stephens caught him with an uppercut in the second that was the beginning of the end. It wasn’t long before Stephens collected his 16th knockout with a flying knee. When BJPENN.COM Radio asked Stephens if he thought he was one of the hardest hitting featherweights in the division, he simply answered, “Yeah.”
WATCH! Ronda Rousey Introduces Mike Tyson to Her Mother
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Mike Tyson was in attendance at one of Ronda Rousey’s sparring sessions and Rousey saw the opportunity to introduce the boxing legend to her mother. Of course, her mother did not shy away from joking with Tyson right away and informed Rousey to get some boxing tips from the legend! Check out the video above!
OUCH! Anderson Silva Is Too Fast for His Own Good
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
During his reign as UFC Middleweight Champion, Anderson Silva was praised as one of the quickest fighters in the octagon. Whether he was dodging punches or flicking knockout-inducing jabs, Silva was a force to reckon with. Silva may not be the champion anymore, but he is looking to prove he is as good as he once was.
REPLAY! Road to the Octagon: Miesha Tate vs. Jessica Eye
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Check out Miesha Tate and Jessica Eye training in the gym as they prepare to face off in the Octagon. Tate and Eye are set to duke it out this weekend at UFC on FOX 16, and the fight could be a number one contender’s bout. Who do you have coming out on top? Share your prediction in the comment section below!
Frank Mir Reflects on Jose Aldo's WEC Debut
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
Before Jose Aldo became one of the greatest featherweights to fight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, he was just another fighter with an impressive record making his debut on American soil.
Rockhold to Weidman: 'First I Take Your Town, Then Your Belt'
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
Now that his rivalry with Vitor Belfort has been settled, Chris Weidman is set to defend his UFC Middleweight Championship against Luke Rockhold in the near future. While the date and event have yet to be confirmed, Rockhold isn’t waiting any longer to get under the skin of the champion.
Jeremy Stephens on Missing Weight: "It was my first and last time"
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
Jeremy Stephens made an impactful return to the octagon at the biggest event of the year when he knocked out Dennis Bermudez with a highlight reel flying knee. The amazing finish would have likely earned him a performance of the night bonus had he not missed weight the day before. The lightweight turned featherweight has never had an issue with missing weight before. Stephens walked onto the scales knowing he would miss weight and chalked it up to poor planning. He vows it was a mistake that will never happen again.
'All the fans want to see me fight Joanna Jedrzejczyk'
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
Joanne Calderwood went back to her winning ways this past Saturday when she dominated Cortney Casey on her way to a unanimous decision victory. Calderwood and Casey brought over 10,000 fans to their feet with their “Fight of the Night” performance and “JoJo” is looking to ride the wave of momentum toward a shot at the title.
CONGRATS! Cub Swanson, BJ Penn Behind-The-Scenes UFC Fight Week
bjpenndotcom - July 19, 2015
While we make you guys wait for our full UFC International fight-week feature, here’s another clip of UFC Hall-Of-Famer BJ Penn backstage during his highly-anticipated HOF induction weekend. Keep locked to BJPENN.COM as we continue to release epic outtakes and features on your favorite fighters.
Cris Cyborg: 'Tito Ortiz is like family... The UFC Makes me sad...'
bjpenndotcom - July 19, 2015
“I cannot make 135 (pounds) now, and I’m really happy with Invicta because they opened the door for me. I love fights. UFC doesn’t have my weight class and it makes me sad… I’m happy at Invicta.” Fresh off her devastating TKO win, Invicta FC featherweight champion Cris “Cyborg” Justino talked about her relationship with her team, Tito Ortiz, and her thoughts on the UFC.