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December to Remember Video: Fight Nights, TUF Finales, UFC 194 Oh my!
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
http://youtu.be/ChDti17QIZc Dana White and the UFC are running a three day fighting extravaganza next month to close out 2015. The organization kicks off the first of three nights of fighting on December 10th with UFC Fight Night Namajunas vs VanZant headlining the event.
Henderson looking to "test the market" following completion of contract
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
This morning when Benson Henderson defeated Jorge Masvidal in Seoul, Korea he also completed his contract with the UFC. Henderson removed his gloves inside the Octagon, leaving many to wonder if he was going to be stepping away from the Octagon.
PHOTO | FAIL! UFC mixes up Benson Henderson and Dan Henderson's fight history
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
Prior to Benson Henderson fighting Jorge Masvidal in Seoul, Korea earlier this morning on UFC Fight Pass, the UFC showed an image showing Henderson’s past fights. The only problem is that they included some fights that UFC middleweight Dan Henderson was involved in…
WATCH! Cris Cyborg wants to beat up Joe Rogan & Tony Hinchcliffe
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
https://youtu.be/8ndQzYLuFlo Recently Joe Rogan and Tony Hinchcliffe made some jokes at the expense of Invicta FC champion Cris Cyborg.
REPLAY! Dominique Steele's slam TKO
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
Let's take another look at that KO by @TheDomTSteele! #UFCSeoul LIVE on @UFCFightPass https://t.co/rB5tJloNzp — UFC (@ufc) November 28, 2015
REPLAY! Fredy Serrano dislocates opponents elbow at 'UFC FN: Seoul'
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
Just like that! @FredySerrano125 gets the W tonight at #UFCSeoul! https://t.co/sKrPiSKaVA — UFC (@ufc) November 28, 2015
FAIL! UFC shows Conor McGregor as being American during UFC 194 promo
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
During a promotional segment for UFC 194 on the ‘UFC Fight Night: Seoul’ broadcast this morning, Conor McGregor was listed as being American instead of Irish. Check out the screenshot below.
'UFC Fight Night: Seoul' post-fight bonuses
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
Earlier today in Seoul, Korea fight fans saw an action packed morning of fights. Following the fight at the post-fight press conference it was announced that Doo Ho Choi and Dominique Steele earned performance bonuses.
REPLAY! Benson Henderson and Jorge Masvidal Octagon interviews
bjpenndotcom - November 28, 2015
Earlier this morning in Seoul, Korea Benson Henderson and Jorge Masvidal went to war for 5 rounds.
Smooth! Benson Henderson defeats Jorge Masvidal via split-decision
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2015
The main event of UFC Fight Night 79 in Korea featured former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson (22-5 MMA) taking on Jorge Masvidal (29-9 MMA) in a welterweight contest. Benson opened the striking by landing a solid leg kick on Masvidal. Jorge is pressing forward but Henderson is able to stick and move while landing leg kicks. Masvidal attempts a flying knee and gets countered by a big right hand from “Bendo” which causes him to hit the deck. Henderson tried to follow up with punches but Jorge got back to his feet. Round one comes to an end with both fighters in the standing position.
Dong Hyun Kim defeats Dominic Waters via TKO in round 1!
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2015
A welterweight tilt between Korean standout Dong Hyun Kim (21-3-1 MMA) and American Dominic Waters (9-4 MMA) served as the co-main event for UFC Fight Night 79. Kim was able to land a huge judo throw on Waters in the opening minutes which landed the hometown Korean hero in side control.
Alberto Mina defeats Yoshihiro Akiyama via controversial split-decision
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2015
The second bout of the UFC Fight Night 79 main card featured a welterweight tilt between Yoshihiro Akiyama (14-6 MMA) and Alberto Mina (12-0 MMA). The bell sounded and both men rushed forward to get things started in round 1. Akiyama and Mina traded some devastating leg kicks in the opening round, but it was Mina who was able to land the better punches and scored a late takedown.
UFC Fight Night 79 Live Results
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2015
UFC Fight Night 79 is taking place from inside Olympic Gymnastics Arena in Seoul, South Korea. The event is headlined by a welterweight fight featuring former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson taking on the always dangerous Jorge Masvidal. Get the latest UFN 79 results below:
Nurmagomedov would rather fight 'alcoholic' fighters than countrymen
bjpenndotcom - November 27, 2015
Khabib Nurmagomedov is arguably the face of the Dagestani MMA-invasion. During a recent Q&A in Moscow following a seminar to promote Reebok gear, Nurmagomedov and fellow lightweight Rashid Magomedov were asked about the possibility of fighting each other.
Kings MMA coach invites Rousey to train
bjpenndotcom - November 27, 2015
Rafael Cordeiro is one of the most well known and respected trainers in the MMA industry. Cordeiro has trained the likes of Rafael Dos Anjos, Lyoto Machida, Wanderlei Silva, Fabricio Werdum, and Shogun Rua to name a few. Following Ronda Rousey’s UFC 193 knockout loss to Holly Holm earlier this month, Rafael Dos Anjos invited Rousey to train at Kings MMA, something that Cordeiro is okay with.
On This Day: Conor McGregor begins climb to stardom after loss to Joseph Duffy
Russell Ess - November 27, 2015
UFC interim featherweight champion has come a long way in just five years. On this day back in 2010, “The Notorious” fell at the hands of fellow Irishman Joseph Duffy at CWFC 39 (video here). Since then, McGregor has gone on to win every bout he has entered. Most notably, McGregor won the interim featherweight championship belt at UFC 189 against Chad Mendes.
WATCH! LOL see what the UFC bought Joanna Jedrzejczyk for Thanksgiving
Russell Ess - November 27, 2015
Hear what @JoannaMMA is thankful for this Thanksgiving. 😂😂 https://t.co/MLNVGYO8Fo — UFC (@ufc) November 27, 2015
Ronda Rousey not the only UFC fighter hitting the big screen
Russell Ess - November 27, 2015
Former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey is not the only UFC fighter being pulled from the Octagon for the big screen. It looks like UFC welterweight Tyron Woodley will also be making more noise in the film industry. UFC India tweeted congratulations to Woodley who will be appreaing in the film “Sultan” alongside one of Asia and India’s biggest stars, Salman Kahn.