UFC NEWS
MUST SEE! Rogan, Bravo and Schaub are like little kids in a candy store talking about a Conor McGregor versus Nate Diaz match
Russell Ess - December 22, 2015
https://youtu.be/i-CuQnbM3MM?t=12m36s On Joe Rogan’s latest edition of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, renown grappler Eddie Bravo and former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub talk about the UFC on Fox 17 fights as well as a broad variety of topics, common for the podcast.
Does The UFC Pound for Pound Rankings hold any weight?
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
One of the many unsolved mysteries in the UFC is the always popular Pound for Pound ranking system. Playing the “what if” game is a great conversation to have and builds excitement for a potential superfight. Problem is, it really doesn’t amount to much in the big scheme of things. The reality of biased media voting on the P4P rankings is a recipe for disaster. Not a believer? Check it out below. This is how one of the voting panelist — Brazilian editor Marcelo Russio posted on his twitter account— changed his pound for pound rankings after McGregor’s record-breaking 13 second knockout of Aldo at UFC 194
Video Interview Ryan Bader: I can beat up a Jedi - Here's How
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
Ryan “Darth” Bader from Power MMA Team is possibly one fight away from getting a shot at Daniel “DC” Cormier. First he has a big task in hand next month on FOX 18 against Anthony “Rumble” Johnson. Bader is currently riding a 5 fight win streak since his loss to Glover Teixeira over two years ago.
WATCH! Nick Diaz shares his insight on potential Nate Diaz versus Conor McGregor match
Russell Ess - December 22, 2015
Check out the always classic Nick Diaz who spoke with MMA Fighting‘s Ariel Helwani after brother Nate Diaz took a unanimous decision win over Michael Johnson at UFC on Fox 17.
Dana White 'blew off' Gina Carano when she told him Holly Holm was legit
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
When Holly Holm KO’d Ronda Rousey in the main event of UFC 193, nearly everyone was shocked at the flawless performance of Holm. One person who wasn’t surprised however was Gina Carano, who spent some time training with Holy prior to the fight, and tried to give UFC President Dana White a heads up that Holm was the real deal, but according to Carano, White ‘blew her off’.
UFC 195 Free Fight: Carlos Condit KO's Dong Hyun Kim with flying knee
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
https://youtu.be/Q-C2a-KOfJA On January 2nd Carlos Condit will challenge Robbie Lawler for the UFC welterweight championship in the main event of UFC 195.
Chael Sonnen says Edgar deserves title fight
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
When Frankie Edgar defeated Chad Mendes via KO in the main event of the TUF 22 Finale, UFC President Dana White stated that no one could deny Edgar any longer, and that he would be next in line for a title shot at featherweight. The following night Conor McGregor knocked out Jose Aldo in 13 seconds to end the nearly 5-year reign of ‘Scarface’, and stir up the featherweight title picture.
Nick Diaz has $10,000 bike stolen, wants to buy a gun
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
Nick Diaz is an avid triathlete, and frequently competes in triathlons to stay in shape while not in training camp. Unfortunately for Diaz, someone stole his triathlon bike that’s worth $10,000. Diaz was so furious and disgruntled by the robbery that he even considered buying a gun.
WATCH! Mike Tyson still looking lethal at 49 years old
bjpenndotcom - December 22, 2015
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UFC on FOX 17 salaries range from $10,000 to $542,857
Russell Ess - December 22, 2015
It looks as if the heavier fighters took home the heaviest money bags after UFC on Fox 17. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation released the UFC on FOX 17 salaries and MMA Fighting reported the paydays for the fighters as follows: “As always, these figures do not represent a fighter’s total earnings, as certain sponsorship incomes, contract clauses, or discretionary post-fight bonuses are not publicly disclosed.”
Miesha Tate says Ronda Rousey might go 0-2 against Holly Holm
Russell Ess - December 22, 2015
UFC women’s bantamweight Miesha Tate still wants the title shot she was told she was going to get, and she isn’t happy Ronda Rousey is getting the immediate rematch with Holly Holm. Tate spoke with MMA Junkie Radio about how the rematch for Rousey may not be the smartest choice for the former champion. “I’m not a fan of the rematch in that amount of time, because with everything else that Ronda has going on, plus her injuries, I just don’t think it’s going to amount to a good outcome,” Tate said.
Two fighters from UFC on FOX 17 receive indefinite medical suspensions
Russell Ess - December 22, 2015
Following the UFC on Fox 17 event that went down at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, two fighters received indefinite medical suspensions. On Monday, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation released the full medical suspension list to MMA Fighting as follows:
More News On Julianna Pena's Arrest: Allegedly kicked two men in the groin, prior to arrest
bjpenndotcom - December 21, 2015
https://youtu.be/fYfC8-ATPgE If you think nothing exciting goes down in Spokane WA, guess again. The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) winner Julianna Pena was arrested last night on two counts of assault. According to public information officer Cpl. Jordan Ferguson of the Spokane PD, officers were called to a fight outside the bar that Pena and training partner Josh Gow from Sikjitsu fight team were possibly involved in.
UFC Nate Diaz Post Fight After Beating Michael Johnson Video - Nick Diaz - Periscope
bjpenndotcom - December 21, 2015
https://youtu.be/rbpoQf-yrR8 Fresh off his Michael Johnson win Nate Diaz is seen is this locker room post fight video with his team. Diaz defeated Johnson with sniper like precision as he stocked, laughed and pointed his way to defeating “The Menace” with a flurry of shots and 1-2’s that wore down Johnson by the third round.
Bruce Buffer on "Rowdy" Video Interview: Hollywood isn't turning back on Ronda Rousey
bjpenndotcom - December 21, 2015
Bruce Buffer was spotted by TMZ reporters and shared his thoughts on the future of former champ Ronda Rousey. Buffer reveals from a friend of his who happens to be a director, Nick Cassavetes who directed Face/Off and the Notebook, that Rousey has a good future in show business.
Before UFC 194 Locker Room Video: Conor Mcgregor Practicing the Exact Punch That KO'd Aldo!
bjpenndotcom - December 21, 2015
https://youtu.be/I1FbbdEnH8c I wouldn’t go as far as calling this video an actual prediction, but it looks pretty close to the punch that slept the former champ with one decisive shot.
Brutal Beginnings of the UFC: Fighting for a Generation
bjpenndotcom - December 21, 2015
Fighting for a Generation re-lives the brutal early days of the UFC, when Royce Gracie and his unstoppable jiu-jitsu tore through the tournament.
Behind the scenes training video: "Bones", Northcutt, Cyborg and Rogan Training and more!
bjpenndotcom - December 21, 2015
https://youtu.be/04s2gIF5ius As a fan we tend to only see a narrow perspective of what a fighter goes through on a day to day basis. This video has a variety of different fighters training or just plain having fun.