UFC NEWS
Cody McKenzie Calls Out Josh Thompson After UFC 159 Win
bjpenndotcom - May 3, 2013
In a surprising move, current UFC featherweight Cody McKenzie has called out top lightweight contender Josh Thompson after McKenzie’s recent win at UFC 159. Cody has had mixed success in the organization, with his most recent outing a decision win over Leonard Garcia (1-5 in UFC).
FREE FIGHT VIDEO | Matt Hughes Wins UFC Gold With Slam Of Carlos Newton
BJPENN.COM News - May 3, 2013
UFC welterweight legend Matt Hughes recalls his first title fight against fan-favorite Carlos Newton at UFC 34.
VIDEO | UFC on FOX: Henderson vs Melendez Phantom Cam Highlights
BJPENN.COM News - May 3, 2013
UFC on FOX: Henderson vs Melendez highlights from the FOX Phantom Cam, a revolutionary high-speed camera rig, shot in mesmerizing super slow-motion. Relive the fight night highlights including Josh Thomson’s TKO of Nate Diaz to Benson Henderson’s successful title defense against Gilbert Melendez in truly mind-blowing slow-mo.
Kenny Robertson Replaces TJ Waldburger Against Sean Pierson at UFC 161
bjpenndotcom - May 3, 2013
UFC welterweight TJ Waldburger as of Thursday, May 2nd, has been forced out of his bout with Sean Pierson at UFC 161 for reasons unknown. UFC Officials have stated that with Waldburger out, Kenny Robertson would be stepping up to replace him against Pierson. Robertson is most recently known for his first round kneebar submission over Brock Jardine back in February. He will be looking to show the UFC that he belongs in their talent rich welterweight division, and will have the chance to make that statement in the octagon at UFC 161.
Roy Nelson Says He Will Fight Cormier, But Only As A 205 Title Eliminator
BJPENN.COM News - May 3, 2013
“You know, I think in our sport, there’s a couple guys that get to fight everybody like three or four times, and I’m one of those guys, I guess, that get’s to fight everybody once. Like, I’ve been trying to fight Big Nog since after the Junior dos Santos fight, and that was two years ago. I’m all about the big fights. That’s why I think a fight with Big Nog would be great. As far Daniel (Cormier), I think the reason Mike, my manager, said anything about Daniel, is because he’s supposed be getting an immediate title shot at 205. If he’s going down to 205, it doesn’t really make any sense to fight him, unless we’re going to fight for a 205 contendership. Then hey, we can do that, too.” In an interview with BloodyElbow, top UFC heavyweight fighter, Roy “Big Country” Nelson, weighed in on a potential showdown with Daniel Cormier.
BJPENN.COM RADIO REPLAY: 05/01/13 - Burt Watson, Tarec Saffiedine, Pat Healy & Kelvin Gastelum
BJPENN.COM News - May 2, 2013
Last night BJPENN.COM RADIO returned with Burt Watson, Tarec Saffiedine, Pat Healy & Kelvin Gastelum. If you missed the live broadcast, you can check out the full replay below.
Tito Ortiz: 'If anyone is going to beat my record, I would like to see Jon Jones do it'
BJPENN.COM News - May 2, 2013
“I don’t want to see him break my record. But if anyone is going to beat my record, I would like to see Jon Jones do it because he is that special of an athlete. “He’s got great speed, great balance, great wrestling technique, and his mind is super strong. It’s just one of those things that, if he does beat my record, I guess I can give him nothing but respect because, if anyone is going to break my record, I would like to see Jon Jones do it.”
Pettis: Move To 145 Not Permanent
BJPENN.COM News - May 2, 2013
“A lot of things led to my cutting down to 145. I was tired of waiting for a 155-pound title shot. It’s not a permanent weight cut (to featherweight). But a striker like myself and Aldo, it doesn’t really matter what weight class it happens at. It’s going to be fireworks either way.” UFC lightweight, turned featherweight title-challenger, Anthony Pettis recently sat down with the New York Post to discuss his drop down a division and what that means for his fighting future.
Beflort: "I Deserve A Title Shot"
BJPENN.COM News - May 2, 2013
“Let me be clear, I am not looking for a rematch with anyone. What I want is the belt. It doesn’t matter who has it. I feel that I am starting my career right now. I feel young enough to keep fighting for a bunch more fights. I have been fighting and winning all the fights in my division. I think I deserve a title shot.” In a recent interview with Bleacher Report, Vitor Belfort, stated that he deserves a title shot.
Playing Matchmaker: Cheick Kongo's First Fights Outside The UFC
bjpenndotcom - May 1, 2013
It’s official: Cheick Kongo and the Ultimate Fighting Championship are no longer affiliated with each other. After nearly seven years of working for the UFC and calling the octagon his home, Kongo is looking to pursue a career outside of Zuffa.
TUNE IN ALERT: BJPENN.COM RADIO GOES LIVE AT 5:00 WITH WATSON, SAFFIEDINE, HEALY AND GASTELUM
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by UFC’s Burt Watson, Tarec Saffiedine, Pat Healy and Kelvin Gastelum.
BURT WATSON JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by the UFC’s personal hype man Burt Watson. Burt is kind of like the glue that holds the entire UFC promotion together and in the unprecedented interview we will see what it’s like being the man, behind the machine.
UFC 159 WINNER PAT HEALY JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by UFC 159 main card winner, Pat Healy. Healy is coming off a submission victory over Jim Miller last weekend in his UFC debut. Having finally broke into the 155lb divisions top-1o, Healy will surely have a lot to discuss.
TAREC SAFFIEDINE JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by the last reigning Strikeforce champion to discuss his UFC debut and more.
TUF 17 CHAMP KELVIN GASTELUM JOINS BJPENN.COM RADIO TONIGHT (WED. 5:00 PM PT)
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
The crew returns tonight in their normal time-slot for an all new episode of BJPENN.COM RADIO. Hosts George Mathews (@GMathewsMMA) and Pedro Carrasco (@LATLPedro) will be joined by the Ultimate Fighter Season 17 winner, Kelvin Gastelum. Kelvin made waves during his time on the most recent season of the UFC’s reality series and we will go one-on-one with him to check in on his historic rise through the TUF house and what he has planned for the future.
VIDEO | The History of WMMA
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
From Youtube: This video was inspired by that time I hung out with and watched Kedzie & Kaufman get their celebrity on at the UFC 157 Weigh-ins, witnessing in person the historic moment that was Rousey vs Carmouche, Julie Kedzie’s Fightland blog and all of the incredible women fighters I’ve met over the past year. Yes indeedy, women fighters are here to stay. 🙂
Longtime Heavyweight Cheick Kongo Removed From UFC Roster
BJPENN.COM News - May 1, 2013
After competing under the UFC banner for seven-straight years it looks as if the French-born Cheick Kongo has been released by the promotion following his most recent defeat at the hands of Roy Nelson this past Saturday.