UFC NEWS
ABC President Supports UFC Out-Of-Competition Testing Program
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
With the recent string of PED failures in MMA, most notably the UFC, the UFC plans to take further steps to attempt to eradicate PEDs, and PED users, from the sport of MMA.
Jones: 'I Can Beat Velasquez At Heavyweight'
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Jon Jones dominance is incredibly impressive, and should he defeat Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson at UFC 187 in May, many believe he has cleared out the light heavyweight division.
"Ronda 'Improvisation' Rousey"
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
When Cat Zingano rushed Ronda Rousey with a flying knee at the start of UFC 184, and then proceeded to throw Rousey, fans were amazed at how Rousey was able to flip, not letting her back touch the mat.
Invicta FC 11 Medical Suspensions: Tweet Potentially Out 6 Months
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
After an action packed night of fights at Invicta FC 11, which was topped off by Cris Cyborg defending her featherweight title by defeating Charmaine Tweet via TKO, we now have the medical suspensions from the event.
REPLAY! Anthony Pettis vs. Joe Lauzon (Full)
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Ahead of Anthony Pettis’ UFC 185 title defense against Rafael Dos Anjos on March 14th, take a look back at his bout against Joe Lauzon.
Cyborg Calls Out Rousey On Social Media
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
With both Ronda Rousey’s 14 second submission win over Cat Zingano this weekend at UFC 184, and Cris Cyborg’s 46 second TKO win over Charmaine Tweet, the talk of a Rousey vs. Cyborg superfight is now more prevalent than ever.
MOTIVATED! Miesha Tate Inspired By Rousey's Dominance
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
While Miesha Tate may have lost both of her bouts against Ronda Rousey, no other opponent has been able to stay in the cage with Rousey as long as Tate has.
He Speaks! Cormier Sounds Off On Jones-Johnson Mock Brawl
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Prior to UFC 184 on Saturday night, the UFC held their ‘Welcome To The Show’ press conference. During the event, UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, and title challenger Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson did a staredown for media members and fans (See that HERE).
UFC 184 Medical Suspensions: Pennington Out Up To 6 Months
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
This past weekend the UFC visited Los Angeles for UFC 184. The event was headlined by Ronda Rousey’s 14 second submission win over Cat Zingano. In the co-main event Holly Holm made her highly anticipated UFC debut, winning via split decision.
Invicta FC President: Rousey vs. Cyborg Closer Than Ever
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
With Cris Cyborg’s 46 second TKO win over Charmaine Tweet at Invicta FC 11 this past Friday, and Ronda Rousey’s 14 second armlock win over Cat Zingano at UFC 184 on Saturday, the talk of a potential Rousey vs. Cyborg super-fight is more prevalent than ever.
New Details Emerge After Lesnar Storms Off 'Raw' Set Mid-Event
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Fans watching UFC 184 couldn’t help but notice former UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar in attendance at the fights. Leans was seated directly behind UFC President Dana White at cage side, leaving many to wonder if a Lesnar-UFC return is imminent.
White Hasn't Talked With GSP Since Unveiling New Drug-Testing Plans
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Georges St. Pierre has always been very vocal about his stance regarding PEDs in the sport, and his dislike for them. St. Pierre even went as far as to cite the sports rampant PED problem as a reason for his indefinite retirement from the sport.
Makasvili : Lentz Doesn't Deserve To Be #8, Faked Illness To Withdraw
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Levan Makashvili wasn’t too thrilled last month when his opponent for “UFC Fight Night: Broomfield”, Nik Lentz, withdrew from the bout the day of weigh-ins with an undisclosed illness after posting pictures on social media expressing how excited for the bout he was.
Correia: "Selfish" Rousey Isn't A Real Champion
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Bethe Correia has been on a tear recently, going 3-0 in the Octagon, while picking up 2 wins over Ronda Rousey’s teammates, Jessamyn Duke and Shayna Baszler.
BEEFIN! Rampage And King Mo Trade Shots On Twitter
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
At Bellator 134 this past Friday, King Mo earned a split decision win over former UFC veteran Cheick Kongo.
Cro Cop Brings In Top Ranked Heavyweight To Prepare For Gonzaga
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
As Mirko Cro Cop prepares for his return to the UFC on April 11th in Poland against Gabriel Gonzaga, he isn’t taking any chances when it comes to training with the best.
Gene LeBell: Rousey's Finish Was 12.83 Seconds, Not 14 Seconds
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
Judo legend Gene LeBell, who has been in Ronda Rousey’s corner for many of her UFC fights, and traditionally plays the role of timekeeper for the champ, believes that Rousey’s UFC 184 win over Cat Zingano came in 12.83 seconds, not 14 seconds, as UFC officials have it.
Booking Roundup! UFC Books 2 Bouts For Upcoming Events
BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2015
As always, the UFC has been busy this past week booking bouts for upcoming events.