Sherdog News May 2012
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Weigh-in Video: ‘Ultimate Fighter 15’ Finale
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Tune in to Thursday's “The Ultimate Fighter 15” weigh-in event. -
Kenny Florian Retires from Fighting, Will Continue in Broadcast Career with UFC
By: Mike Whitman
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Former three-time UFC title challenger Kenny Florian has retired as an active competitor. -
Ellenberger, Kampmann Given Thumbs Up for ‘The Ultimate Fighter 15’ Finale
By: Brian Knapp
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Jake Ellenberger has designs on a welterweight title reign. Martin Kampmann may be all that stands between him and the opportunity. -
Patrick Cote Replaces Rich Franklin, Faces Cung Le at UFC 148 in Las Vegas
By: Mike Whitman
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Former UFC middleweight title challenger Patrick Cote is expected to return to the Octagon at UFC 148 to take on onetime Strikeforce champion Cung Le -
Daniel Cormier Has Surgery on Hand, Hopes to Return in Fall
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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After breaking his hand in his Strikeforce grand prix win over Josh Barnett, Daniel Cormier has undergone surgery and is already looking toward... -
UFC 147 Update: Rich Franklin Replaces Injured Vitor Belfort, Rematches Wanderlei Silva in Brazil
By: Mike Whitman
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Rich Franklin and Wanderlei Silva will meet for the second time at UFC 147. -
Bellator 70 Pulls 119,000 Viewers for Season 6 Finale on MTV2
By: Mike Whitman
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An average of 119,000 viewers tuned in Friday night for MTV2’s broadcast of Bellator 70, Sherdog.com confirmed Wednesday with an industry source. -
Healy-Hirota, Mein-Stinson, High-Moore Added to Strikeforce ‘Rockhold vs. Kennedy’ Card
By: Mike Whitman
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Three new undercard contests have joined the fight bill for Strikeforce’s July 14 return to the Pacific Northwest. -
Injuries Alter UFC on FX 4; Ramos-Brown, Story-Jardine Now on Tap for Atlantic City
By: Mike Whitman
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The UFC on FX 4 landscape has shifted, as promotion officials announced Wednesday that a trio of injuries has altered the June 22 fight bill. -
Unbeaten Brazilian Wagner Prado Replaces Chad Griggs, Meets Phil Davis at UFC on Fox 4
By: Mike Whitman
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Chad Griggs will have to wait a little longer to make his light heavyweight debut. -
UFC 146 ‘Dos Santos vs. Mir’ Prelims Draw 1.3 Million Viewers on FX
By: Mike Whitman
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The UFC 146 preliminary card attracted an average of 1.3 million viewers to its Saturday night broadcast on cable network FX. -
UFC 146 Medical Suspensions: Velasquez, ‘Pezao’ Face Potential 6-Month Layoffs
By: Mike Whitman
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Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez could be out up to six months following his technical knockout of Antonio Silva at UFC 146 last... -
Shayna Baszler-Sara McMann, Alexis Davis-Hitomi Akano Top All-Female Invicta FC 2 Bill
By: Mike Whitman
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Olympic freestyle wrestling silver medalist Sara McMann will headline Invicta Fighting Championships’ sophomore all-female event on June 28, when she’ll meet submission specialist... -
UFC 146 Salaries: Heavyweights Dos Santos, Mir, Velasquez Lead Payroll with $200,000 Purses
By: Mike Whitman
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Junior dos Santos, Frank Mir and Cain Velasquez walked away from UFC 146 with the event’s largest disclosed paydays, pocketing $200,000... -
UFC Champ Jon Jones Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor DWI in New York
By: Mike Whitman
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UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones today pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor count of driving while intoxicated in New York. -
Nogueira: Appearance on Brazilian ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Doesn’t Interfere With Training
By: Marcelo Alonso
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira made his debut in the Brazilian version of “Dancing with the Stars” -- known as Danca dos Famosos, or “Dance of... -
Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Freire Seeks Knockout Victory Against Pat Curran on August 24
By: Marcelo Alonso
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Rebney finally announced the date of the featherweight title duel between Patricio "Pitbull" Freire and Pat Curran. The Brazilian faces the... -
Silva to Sonnen: Brazil Must be Respected
By: Gleidson Venga
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UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva talks about his rematch with Chael Sonnen at UFC 148. -
Week-in-Review: List of UFC, Strikeforce & Other Fights Announced
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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A complete list of significant new fights reported in the past week. -
Vitor Belfort Undergoes Hand Surgery, Withdraws from UFC 147 Rematch with Wanderlei Silva
By: Mike Whitman
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UFC 147 headliner Vitor Belfort has suffered a broken hand and will not compete at the June 23 event. -
UFC 146 Winner Cain Velasquez: ‘I Just Don’t Feel Right’ Without Heavyweight Title
By: Mike Whitman
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Cain Velasquez wants his belt back. -
Junior dos Santos on UFC 146 Victory: Second-Round KO Was My Strategy to Beat Frank Mir
By: Mike Whitman
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Junior dos Santos defended his UFC heavyweight championship for the first time on Saturday night, knocking out former titlist Frank Mir in the main event of... -
UFC 146 Bonuses: Roy Nelson, Stefan Struve, Dan Hardy, Paul Sass Pocket $70,000 Apiece
By: Mike Whitman
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Four men walked away from UFC 146 with post-fight bonus checks, as Roy Nelson, Dan Hardy, Paul Sass and Stefan Struve each pocketed an extra... -
UFC 146 Results: ‘Dos Santos vs. Mir’ Live Play-by-Play
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Sherdog.com will report from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at approximately 7:10 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of UFC 146, headlined by a UFC heavyweight title clash between champion... -
Junior dos Santos Bounces Frank Mir in Second, Defends Heavyweight Crown at UFC 146
By: Brian Knapp
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The heavyweight champion of the world marked his territory at the expense of Frank Mir. -
UFC 146 Prelims: Jamie Varner Shocks Edson Barboza in Octagon Return
By: Brian Knapp
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Jamie Varner made up for lost time. -
Trainer: Cain Velasquez Has to Use Athleticism Against Antonio Silva
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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As one of the trainers at American Kickboxing Academy, Bob Cook works with some of the best fighters in MMA.... -
‘Bigfoot’ Silva Says UFC 146 Debut Against Velasquez ‘A Dream Come True’
By: Mike Whitman
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Though still an unknown commodity to many casual observers, Antonio Silva has steadily seen his stock rise as a legitimate heavyweight talent while competing outside the... -
Teammates Al Iaquinta, Mike Chiesa to Meet at ‘TUF 15’ Finale in Las Vegas
By: Mike Whitman
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Coach Urijah Faber will be well-represented come June 1 at the “Ultimate Fighter 15” finale, as charges Mike Chiesa and Al Iaquinta will... -
Weigh-in Video: UFC 146 ‘Dos Santos vs. Mir’
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Friday's UFC 146 weigh-in video can be viewed here. -
Gone in 60 Seconds
By: Brian Knapp
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So much for the puncher’s chance. -
Junior dos Santos, Frank Mir Scale Final Hurdle for UFC 146 Title Bout
By: Brian Knapp
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Six months have passed since Junior dos Santos ascended to the top of the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s heavyweight division and emerged as... -
Live Now! Free Live Stream: Bellator 70
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Sherdog.com is pleased to offer a free live feed of Friday night’s Bellator 70 prelims at 7 p.m. ET. The main card will air on MTV2 at 8 p.m. ET. -
Bellator 70 Live Twitter Reaction
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Sherdog.com staff will be live tweeting its thoughts in real-time as Bellator 70 unfolds. -
Brian Stann’s Hire Heroes USA Partners with Call of Duty Endowment to Benefit US Veterans
By: Mike Whitman
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Brian Stann is not asking for money, but he could use a helping hand. -
Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Challenges Pat Curran for Featherweight Title at Bellator 73
By: Mike Whitman
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Pat Curran’s first featherweight title defense is now set, as Bellator Fighting Championships officials announced Friday evening that the American will put his belt on the line against Season 4 tournament winner... -
Roger Huerta, Gregor Gracie Join One FC 4 Card; 7 Fights Confirmed for ‘Destiny of Warriors’
By: Mike Whitman
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UFC veteran Roger Huerta will compete at One Fighting Championship 4, according to promotion officials, who confirmed Huerta’s participation... -
Jordan Breen UFC 146 Pre-Fight Chat Recap
By: Jordan Breen
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Sherdog.com Administrative Editor Jordan Breen will host his weekly live chat at 1 p.m. ET. -
Junior Dos Santos Fighting to Defend Title, Not for Revenge, Against Frank Mir at UFC 146
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Despite all the evidence to the contrary, Junior dos Santos is not fighting for revenge. -
Lashley Disputes Decision Loss to ‘Colossus’ Thompson at Super Fight League 3
By: Mike Whitman
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On May 6 in New Delhi, three cage-side judges decided that James Thompson outpointed Bobby Lashley in the Super Fight League 3 main event. -
Cole Konrad, Eric Prindle Cleared for Bellator 70 Heavyweight Title Headliner
By: Mike Whitman
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Both champion and challenger have been cleared to compete in the Bellator 70 main event, as Cole Konrad and Eric Prindle each checked in under... -
Gael Grimaud Rallies, Submits Jesse Taylor to Retain Welterweight Crown at CWFC ‘Fight Night 6’
By: Tristen Critchfield
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After 10 minutes of positional control by Jesse Taylor, a Gael Grimaud victory dance seemed to be the least likely of all potential post-fight... -
Strikeforce ‘Barnett vs. Cormier’ Draws 5,413 Spectators for $226,005 Live Gate
By: Mike Whitman
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Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier” attracted 5,413 attendees to the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., for a live gate of $226,005.... -
Kyle Kingsbury: Glover Teixeira Is Best Light Heavyweight Not in UFC
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Casual fans may not know of Glover Teixeira, but Kyle Kingsbury has high praise for the Brazilian’s accomplishments. -
Bantamweights Alex Caceres, Damacio Page Slated for UFC on Fuel TV 4
By: Mike Whitman
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The UFC on Fuel TV 4 bill continues to develop, as the July 11 event now features a bantamweight bout between Alex Caceres and Damacio Page. -
Jacob Volkmann: ‘I’ve Got a New Enemy’
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Jacob Volkmann made headlines in 2011 for criticizing President Barack Obama, but he’s found a new target ahead of his bout Saturday against Paul Sass at... -
Wanderlei Silva Training for UFC 147 in Brazil with Shogun Rua, Andre Dida
By: Marcelo Alonso
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It’s been years since Wanderlei Silva prepared for a fight in his native Brazil, but that changed Saturday when the former Pride champion... -
‘TUF 15’ Finale Update: Jeremy Larsen Faces Joe Proctor on June 1 in Las Vegas
By: Mike Whitman
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Following a series of new additions to “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15 finale, Jeremy Larsen and Joe Proctor have joined the party. -
Chidi Njokuani, Maurice Smith, Lance Palmer Join RFA 3 ‘Stevenson vs. Cochrane’ Card
By: Mike Whitman
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A trio of new contests has been added to the Resurrection Fighting Alliance 3 fight bill. -
Cristiano Marcello, Justin Lawrence, Myles Jury Among Additions to ‘TUF 15’ Finale Undercard
By: Mike Whitman
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A handful of new matchups has been added to “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15 finale. -
UFC on FX 5 Set for Sept. 7 at Indianapolis’ Bankers Life Fieldhouse
By: Mike Whitman
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The UFC will return to Indianapolis on Sept. 7, promotion officials announced Wednesday, when the Indiana state capital hosts UFC on FX 5. -
Jim Hettes Out of UFC on FX 4, Steven Siler Draws Newcomer Joey Gambino
By: Mike Whitman
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Jim Hettes has been sidelined with an undisclosed injury and will be unable to compete at UFC on FX 4, according to scheduled opponent Steven Siler, who now faces Octagon newcomer... -
UFC on Fox 4 Gets Swick-Johnson, Gamburyan-Omigawa, Phan-Miller, Garza-Grispi
By: Mike Whitman
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Four new bouts have been added to the UFC on Fox 4 bill, promotion officials announced Tuesday, including a welterweight contest pitting Mike Swick against... -
Jared Hamman Camp Announces UFC 150 Date with Dutchman Michael Kuiper
By: Mike Whitman
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Jared Hamman will square off with Michael Kuiper at UFC 150, according to a recent announcement made by Hamman’s management. -
Paul Taylor Out, Rafael dos Anjos in Against Anthony Njokuani at UFC on Fuel TV 4
By: Mike Whitman
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British lightweight Paul Taylor has reportedly suffered an injury and will not compete at UFC on Fuel TV 4 against Anthony Njokuani as... -
Self-Professed Vale Tudo Champion, Star Trainer Jaime Marcelo Beaten at Jungle Fight 39
By: Marcelo Alonso
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It isn’t often that the opening fight of an MMA show attracts more attention than the main event, but that was the case at Jungle Fight 39. -
UFC 149 Update: Welterweights Claude Patrick, James Head to Collide in Calgary
By: Mike Whitman
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Another fight has been added to the UFC 149 dance card, as promotion officials announced Tuesday morning that Claude Patrick will square off with... -
Bellator 69 Draws Season-High 209,000 Viewers on MTV2
By: Mike Whitman
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Bellator Fighting Championships posted a season high in the ratings department last Friday night, averaging 209,000 viewers for its Bellator 69... -
Nick Diaz Gets 1-Year Suspension, Fine from NAC for Failed UFC 143 Drug Test
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Nick Diaz won’t be returning to the Octagon anytime soon. -
Chael Sonnen Granted Therapeutic Use Exemption for TRT Prior to UFC 148 in Las Vegas
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Chael Sonnen was granted a therapeutic use exemption for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) by the Nevada Athletic Commission on Monday, clearing the way for his UFC 148 showdown with... -
‘TUF 15’ Hits New Low; Episode 11 Draws 821,000 Viewers to FX
By: Tristen Critchfield
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“The Ultimate Fighter 15” reached a new low on Friday night, drawing just 821,000 viewers to FX for the season’s 11th episode. -
Retirement Could Come Soon for Mike Brown, But He’s Still Having Fun
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Mike Thomas Brown may be nearing the end of his career, but the former WEC featherweight champion may also have another title run left in him. -
Winning Bellator Featherweight Title Would ‘Mean the World’ to Daniel Straus
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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After outpointing Marlon Sandro on May 11 to capture the Bellator Fighting Championships Season 6 featherweight tournament, Daniel Straus has... -
Week-in-Review: List of UFC, Strikeforce & Other Fights Announced
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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A complete list of significant new fights reported in the past week. -
Melendez Says He Couldn’t Unleash ‘Inner Beast’ in Rubber Match Victory Over Thomson
By: Mike Whitman
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Gilbert Melendez got the job done, but it was clear-cut by no means. -
High-Level Technique, Pride in Wrestling Skills Propelled Cormier in Strikeforce GP Final
By: Mike Whitman
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Daniel Cormier looked stellar in his unanimous decision victory over former UFC heavyweight champion Josh Barnett on Saturday night. -
With Barao Promoted to UFC 148 Co-Main, Mike Easton Steps Up to Face Ivan Menjivar
By: Mike Whitman
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Ivan Menjivar has a new opponent for UFC 148. -
Daniel Cormier Dominates Josh Barnett in Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix Final
By: Brian Knapp
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Cuts under both eyes and across the bridge of Josh Barnett’s nose told a tale of domination in the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix final. -
Strikeforce ‘Barnett vs. Cormier’ Live Results and Play-by-Play
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Sherdog.com will report from the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., at approximately 8:00 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier”, headlined by the heavyweight grand prix final between Josh Barnett and Daniel Cormier, and featuring... -
Strikeforce Prelims: Isaac Vallie-Flagg Split Decision Stuns ‘JZ’ Cavalcante
By: Brian Knapp
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Jackson’s Mixed Martial Arts export Isaac Vallie-Flagg looked nothing like an underdog. -
UFC Champ ‘Bones’ Jones Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in New York
By: Mike Whitman
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UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was arrested early Saturday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence. -
Weigh-in Video: Strikeforce ‘Barnett vs. Cormier’
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Friday’s Strikeforce “Barnett vs. Cormier” weigh-in event can be viewed following the jump. -
Renan Barao Faces Urijah Faber for Interim Bantamweight Belt at UFC 148
By: Mike Whitman
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Renan Barao’s rumored promotion at UFC 148 is now official, as UFC President Dana White announced Friday night that the Brazilian will take on... -
Maiquel Falcao Tops Andreas Spang, Wins Bellator’s Season 6 Middleweight Tournament
By: Brian Knapp
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Maiquel Falcao chose intelligence over bravado. -
ShoFight Debuts First Pro Card on June 16 with UFC Vets Bailey, Parisyan, Grove, Martin
By: Mike Whitman
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Missouri-based promotion ShoFight will host its first professional card on June 16, showcasing a pair of title fights between ex-UFC talents. -
Bellator 69 Live Results and Play-by-Play
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Sherdog.com will report from the L’Auberge du Lac Casino and Resort in Lake Charles, La., at approximately 7:00 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of Bellator 69, which features the finals of the Season 6 middleweight tournament between... -
Josh Barnett, Daniel Cormier on Point for Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix Final
By: Brian Knapp
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Former UFC champion Josh Barnett tipped the scales at 248 pounds for his showdown with the unbeaten Daniel Cormier (238) in the tournament final at... -
Cody McKenzie Drops to Featherweight, Meets Chad Mendes at UFC 148 in Las Vegas
By: Mike Whitman
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Cody McKenzie will move to the featherweight division to take on former title challenger Chad Mendes at UFC 148, promotion officials announced Friday. -
Andreas Spang Claims No Hard Feelings Toward Maiquel Falcao Prior to Bellator 69 Bout
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Andreas Spang values his personal space. -
David Rickels on Bellator 69 Foe Karl Amoussou: ‘I Am Going to Lay Him Out’
By: Mike Whitman
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David Rickels knows where the rubber meets the road. -
Karl Amoussou Predicts Brutal, Bloody Ending for David Rickels at Bellator 69
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Karl Amoussou can’t predict the future -- not exactly, anyway. -
Hironaka Rolls, Ogikubo Upsets Okazaki in Shooto World Title Doubleheader
By: Tony Loiseleur
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TOKYO -- Despite a less-than-stellar Friday night turnout at historic Korakuen Hall, Shooto 154-pound champion Kuniyoshi Hironaka crushed challenger Giovani Diniz to near-deafening applause in the main event of... -
‘King Mo’ Lawal Puts MMA First, Pro Wrestling a Close Second
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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After signing a pro wrestling contract with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling and an MMA deal with the Bellator Fighting Championships, Muhammed... -
Maiquel Falcao: I’m Going to Hurt Andreas Spang Badly, Teach Him How to Behave
By: Mike Whitman
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Shoving Maiquel Falcao is not an act most men would attempt, but Andreas Spang had no reservations about putting his hands on “Big Rig” last... -
Mark Hunt Out, Lavar Johnson In Against Stefan Struve at Next Weekend’s UFC 146
By: Mike Whitman
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One power puncher will replace another at UFC 146, as promotion officials announced Thursday that Mark Hunt has suffered an injury and will be unable to compete against... -
Bellator 69 Weigh-in Results: Falcao Cleared on Second Try, Tourney Final with Spang Official
By: Mike Whitman
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It took Maiquel Falcao a little longer to make weight than his opponent, but the Brazilian got the job done on his second trip to the scale. -
Junior Assuncao Gets Opponent for Aug. 17 Legacy FC Debut in Dallas
By: Mike Whitman
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Junior Assuncao now has an opponent for his Legacy Fighting Championship debut. -
Chris Lytle Learns Politics Are Dirty, But He’ll Run Again
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Chris Lytle lost his first election last week, but he’s not giving up the fight. -
UFC on Fuel TV 3 Ratings: ‘Korean Zombie vs. Poirier’ Averages 173,000 Viewers
By: Mike Whitman
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UFC on Fuel TV 3 captured an average of 173,000 viewers during the cable network’s six-fight broadcast on Tuesday night. -
Rafael ‘Sapo’ Natal Announces Andrew Craig as Opponent for UFC on Fuel TV 4
By: Mike Whitman
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The UFC on Fuel TV 4 fight bill continues to develop, as middleweight Rafael Natal today announced that he will square off with Andrew Craig on... -
UFC on Fuel TV 4 Update: Tom DeBlass-Nick Penner Light Heavyweight Matchup On Tap
By: Mike Whitman
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Tom DeBlass and Nick Penner are expected to square off at UFC on Fuel TV 4, Sherdog.com confirmed Wednesday with a source close to the bout. -
K-1 Parent Company FEG Declares Bankruptcy in Tokyo Court
By: Tony Loiseleur
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TOKYO -- Long-beleaguered combat sports giant Fighting and Entertainment Group (FEG) has officially declared bankruptcy, according to a report... -
Will Campuzano Meets Steve Garcia for Vacant Flyweight Belt in Legacy FC 12 Headliner
By: Mike Whitman
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Legacy Fighting Championship 12 now has a main event. -
Donald Cerrone Hoping for Homecoming at UFC 150, Lightweight Title Shot in 2012
By: Mike Whitman
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Donald Cerrone is an Octagon rookie no longer. -
‘Korean Zombie’ Chan Sung Jung Believes He ‘Made a Point’ for Shot at UFC Champ Jose Aldo
By: Mike Whitman
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Chan Sung Jung submitted Dustin Poirier on Tuesday in the main event of UFC on Fuel TV 3, and the “Korean Zombie” may find himself fighting... -
UFC on Fuel TV 3 Bonuses: ‘Korean Zombie’ Earns Extra $80,000; Poirier, Lawlor Nab $40,000
By: Mike Whitman
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Chan Sung Jung pocketed an extra $80,000 for his efforts in the main event of UFC on Fuel TV 3 on Tuesday night, while Dustin Poirier and Tom... -
Chan Sung Jung Chokes Out Dustin Poirier in UFC on Fuel TV 3 Headliner
By: Brian Knapp
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The man they call “The Korean Zombie” left his mark on the Commonwealth, and it was indelible. -
UFC on Fuel TV 3 Results & Play-by-Play
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Sherdog.com will report from the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va., at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of UFC on Fuel TV 3, which is headlined by a featherweight contest between Chan Sung... -
UFC on Fuel TV 3 Prelims: Rafael dos Anjos Head Kick, Choke Finish Kamal Shalorus
By: Brian Knapp
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Rafael dos Anjos won for the fifth time in seven appearances, as he submitted Kamal Shalorus with a first-round rear-naked choke in their brief undercard encounter at 155 pounds at... -
Joshua Sampo Meets Will Campuzano in Rumble Time Promotions Headliner on May 19
By: Mike Whitman
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Once-beaten flyweight talent Joshua Sampo will face UFC veteran Will Campuzano in the May 19 Rumble Time Promotions headliner. -
Jay Hieron Faces Mike Bronzoulis at Legacy Fighting Championship 12 in Houston
By: Mike Whitman
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Jay Hieron will make his Legacy Fighting Championship debut on July 13 against Mike Bronzoulis, LFC promoter Mick Maynard announced Tuesday. -
Aaron Simpson to Make Welterweight Debut Against Jon Fitch at UFC on Fuel TV 4
By: Mike Whitman
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Aaron Simpson’s rumored drop to welterweight has become reality. -
Renan Barao Open to Interim Title Bout but Focused on Ivan Menjivar
By: Gleidson Venga
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When Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight kingpin Dominick Cruz went down with a torn knee ligament, attention immediately turned to opponent Urijah Faber and who he could face in an interim title bout at... -
Weigh-in Video: UFC on Fuel TV 3
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Monday’s weigh-ins can be viewed foillowing the jump ... -
Chan Sung Jung, Dustin Poirier Cleared for UFC on Fuel TV 3 Main Event
By: Brian Knapp
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A pair of blue-chip featherweights find themselves on a collision course with one another as the Ultimate Fighting Championship drops anchor in... -
‘The Ultimate Fighter 15’ Episode 10 Attracts 948,000 Viewers to FX
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Episode 10 of “The Ultimate Fighter 15” drew an average of 948,000 viewers to FX, according to an industry source. -
Chad Griggs to Make Light Heavyweight Debut Against Phil Davis at UFC on Fox 4
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Phil Davis will welcome Chad Griggs to the light heavyweight division on Aug. 4 -
‘The Ultimate Fighter ’ Season 9 Winner James Wilks Announces Retirement From MMA
By: Tristen Critchfield
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“The Ultimate Fighter” Season 9 winner James Wilks recently announced that he has been forced to retire from mixed martial arts. -
Louis Gaudinot Wants Flyweight Tournament Participant Next
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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After choking out John Lineker on May 5 at UFC on Fox 3, Louis Gaudinot would like to fight one of the participants in the UFC’s four-man... -
Bjorn Rebney Expects Hector Lombard to Become UFC Middleweight Champ
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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With another Bellator season winding down, CEO Bjorn Rebney joined the Sherdog Radio Network’s “Beatdown” show to discuss two of the biggest stars in the promotion’s history: Hector Lombard and... -
Mariusz Pudzianowski Clobbers Bob Sapp at KSW 19; Mamed Khalidov Victorious
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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Five-time World’s Strongest Man titleholder Mariusz Pudzianowski put away Bob Sapp with first-round punches less than a minute into their KSW... -
Daniel Straus: Whoever Has the Belt, That’s Who I’m Going to Fight
By: Lutfi Sariahmed
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After nine rounds and 45 minutes of fighting, Daniel Straus took home the latest Bellator featherweight tournament crown in Atlantic City, N.J.,... -
Nick Diaz Counsel Responds to NAC’s Opposition of Preliminary Injunction Request
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Counsel for Nick Diaz has responded to the Nevada Athletic Commission’s opposition of its motion for an injunction against the fighter’s... -
Opportunity to Work with Hulk Hogan a Factor in King Mo’s Decision to Sign with Bellator, TNA
By: Sam Genovese
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Former Strikeforce light heavyweight champion Muhammed Lawal talked with Sherdog.com’s Sam Genovese shortly after news of his signing with... -
Bellator 68 Post-Fight Video Interviews: Daniel Straus » Marcos Galvao » Bjorn Rebney »
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Bellator 68 Post-Fight Video Interviews: Daniel Straus » Marcos Galvao » Bjorn Rebney » -
‘Minotauro’ Nogueira Joins Brazil’s ‘Dancing with the Stars’
By: Gleidson Venga
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Move over Chuck Liddell. -
Daniel Straus Dismisses Marlon Sandro, Wins Bellator Featherweight Tournament
By: Brian Knapp
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There are no more hurdles for Daniel Straus to clear in the Bellator Fighting Championships Season 6 featherweight tournament. -
Seth Petruzelli Pulled by Doctors from Bellator 68 Main Draw Bout with Carmelo Morrero
By: Mike Whitman
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Seth Petruzelli will not compete Friday night at Bellator 68 due to illness. -
Bellator 68 Results & Play-by-Play
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Sherdog.com reports from Caesars Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, N.J., with play-by-play and live results of Bellator 68. -
Marcos Galvao: Mother’s Passing Provides Motivation for Tourney Win at Bellator 68
By: Mike Whitman
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Marcos Galvao sure has something to fight for. -
‘Axe Murderer’ vs. ‘Phenom’ Rematch Official for UFC 147 at ‘Mineirinho’ in Belo Horizonte
By: Mike Whitman
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As expected, a rematch between Wanderlei Silva and Vitor Belfort has been officially promoted to the main event of UFC 147, which takes place... -
UFC 148 Gets Lightweight Showdown Between John Alessio and Shane Roller
By: Mike Whitman
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John Alessio and Shane Roller will square off in a lightweight showdown at UFC 148, promotion officials recently announced. -
‘Bones’ Jones to Defend Light Heavyweight Title against Dan Henderson at UFC 151
By: Mike Whitman
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Jon Jones will defend his light heavyweight title for the fourth time at UFC 151 -
Jordan Breen Weekend MMA Pre-Fight Chat Recap
By: Jordan Breen
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Sherdog.com Administrative Editor Jordan Breen will host his weekly live mixed martial arts chat at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT. -
Joe Soto Submits Chad George in TPF 13 Headliner; Ian Loveland Wins Bantamweight Belt
By: Mike Whitman
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Joe Soto posted his second win of 2012 on Thursday by choking Chad George unconscious in the bantamweight headliner of Tachi Palace Fights 13 -
UFC Officially Announces ‘The Ultimate Fighter: Australia vs. U.K.,’ Tryouts to Be Held in June
By: Sherdog.com Staff
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The next international version of “The Ultimate Fighter” will eventually be heading Down Under. -
Sandro Wants Rematch with Curran, Plans on Knocking Out Straus at Bellator 68
By: Tristen Critchfield
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Marlon Sandro has been in this position before. -
Marlon Sandro, Daniel Straus Hit Marks Ahead of Bellator 68 Featherweight Tourney Final
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Bellator Fighting Championships’ sixth-season featherweight tournament final will move forward as planned, as both Marlon Sandro and Daniel... -
Strikeforce to Feature Rockhold-Kennedy, Jardine-Gracie, Lawler-Larkin July 14 in Portland
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Strikeforce middleweight champion Luke Rockhold will defend his title against Tim Kennedy in a July 14 headliner at the Rose Garden in Portland, Ore. -
Lightweights Joe Lauzon, Terry Etim Added to UFC on Fox 4 in Los Angeles
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Joe Lauzon and Terry Etim will collide in a lightweight duel at UFC on Fox 4, promotion officials recently announced. -
Former Strikeforce Champion ‘King Mo’ Lawal to Compete for Bellator, TNA Wrestling
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When Muhammed Lawal returns to competition, he will be a two-sport athlete. -
Joe Soto, Chad George Cleared for Thursday’s Tachi Palace Fights 13 Main Event on Sherdog
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Both Tachi Palace Fights 13 headliners hit their contracted marks at Wednesday’s weigh-ins, as Joe Soto and Chad George checked in at 135 and... -
Mitrione-Broughton, Thompson-De Fries Heavyweight Tilts Added to UFC on Fox 4
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A new pair of heavyweight confrontations has been added to the UFC on Fox 4 bill, promotion officials announced Wednesday. -
UFC Veteran Chris Lytle Loses Republican Nomination for Indiana State Senate
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Former UFC welterweight Chris Lytle came up short in his bid to become the Republican nominee for District 28 in the Indiana State Senate. -
Bahadurzada Replaces Injured Akiyama, Faces Alves at UFC 149 in Calgary
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Yoshihiro Akiyama has suffered an injury and will be unable to compete as expected at UFC 149. -
Rich Attonito Injured, Out of UFC on FX 4; Rick Story Now Meets Papy Abedi
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Papy Abedi will step in for an injured Rich Attonito at UFC on FX 4 to take on Rick Story in a preliminary welterweight duel, promotion... -
Dana White Confirms Henderson-Edgar Lightweight Title Rematch for UFC 150
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Benson Henderson’s rumored Aug. 11 lightweight title defense is now official, as UFC President Dana White announced Tuesday that Henderson will rematch former champion Frankie Edgar at... -
Urijah Faber to Fight for Interim Bantamweight Belt at UFC 148 after Dominick Cruz Injury
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Urijah Faber will still fight for a title on July 7, just not against Dominick Cruz. -
For Danny Castillo, Move to UFC Forced Improvement
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Danny Castillo’s UFC career is certainly off to a successful start. -
Report: New York MMA Bill Dies Again in State Assembly
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It appears that New Yorkers will have to wait at least another year to see mixed martial arts regulated in The Empire State. -
UFC on Fox 3 Attracts 2.4 Million Average Viewers on Saturday Night
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UFC on Fox 3 earned an average of 2.4 million viewers on Saturday night, a stark decrease from both of the promotion’s previous efforts on the... -
Lavar Johnson Surprised That Pat Barry Didn’t Counterpunch, Clinch Against Cage
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Late in the first round of their heavyweight bout Saturday at UFC on Fox 3, Lavar Johnson backed Pat Barry up against the cage and teed off. -
Nate Marquardt Expected to Face Tyron Woodley for Vacant Strikeforce Welterweight Title in July
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The main event for the next Strikeforce card appears to be set, as Nate Marquardt will lock horns with Tyron Woodley for the promotion’s... -
Episode 9 of 'The Ultimate Fighter 15' Averages 954,000 Viewers on FX
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The ninth episode of “The Ultimate Fighter 15” drew an average of 954,000 viewers to FX, according to an industry source. -
Adam Rothweiler-Hector Sandoval Flyweight Bout Scratched From TPF 13 Bill
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The fight card for Tachi Palace Fights 13 hit another snag on Monday, as an expected flyweight clash between Adam Rothweiler and Hector Sandoval... -
Bantamweight Champ Dominick Cruz Tears ACL, Forced Out of UFC 148 Bout With Urijah Faber
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UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz has torn his ACL while training, forcing him to pull out of his scheduled UFC 148 title defense against... -
Report: Roger Gracie to Make Middleweight Debut Against Keith Jardine at July Strikeforce Event
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Roger Gracie is expected to make his middleweight debut against Keith Jardine at a Strikeforce event in July.... -
Week-in-Review: List of UFC, Strikeforce & Other Fights Announced
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A complete list of significant new fights reported in the past week. -
Babalu Sobral Returns Against Tatsuya Mizuno at One FC 4; Imanari-Issa Co-Headlines June 23 Card
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Former Strikeforce 205-pound titleholder Renato “Babalu” Sobral will return to the cage against Dream 2010 light heavyweight grand prix finalist... -
Johny Hendricks Overcame Bronchitis, Mono to Edge Josh Koscheck in UFC on Fox 3 Co-Main Event
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Johny Hendricks got the job done Saturday night, but not without overcoming a bit of adversity. -
Dana White Says Nate Diaz Awaits Winner of Henderson-Edgar UFC Lightweight Title Rematch
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Nate Diaz appears to have solidified his position as No. 1 contender to the UFC lightweight title. -
UFC on Fox 3 Bonuses: Diaz, Johnson, Gaudinot and Lineker Nab $65,000 Awards
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Nate Diaz, Lavar Johnson, Louis Gaudinot and John Lineker each banked $65,000 bonuses Saturday night at UFC on Fox 3. -
Nate Diaz Calls on Guillotine, Submits Jim Miller in UFC on Fox 3 Main Event
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Nate Diaz did what 23 previous men could not: he finished Jim Miller. -
UFC on Fox 3 Prelims: Michael Johnson Menaces, Upsets Tony Ferguson
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Michael Johnson has made drastic strides with his game. Ask Tony Ferguson. -
UFC on Fox 3 Live Results & Play-by-Play
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Sherdog.com will report from the Izod Center in East Rutherford, N.J., at approximately 5:45 p.m. ET with play-by-play and live results of UFC on Fox 3, headlined by a lightweight contest between Nate Diaz... -
Vermont Becomes 46th State to Regulate Mixed Martial Arts
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Vermont lawmakers have made their state the 46th to regulate mixed martial arts. -
Ulysses Gomez Off Tachi Palace Fights 13, Replaced by Team Alpha Male’s Hector Sandoval
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Another last-minute shakeup has altered the fight card for Tachi Palace Fights 13, as the promotion will now be without the services of former flyweight champ... -
Weigh-in Video: UFC on Fox 3 ‘Diaz vs. Miller’
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Friday’s UFC on Fox 3 “Diaz vs. Miller” weigh-ins can be viewed here. -
Chandler Blasts Gono in 56 Seconds at Bellator 67; Baker Advances to Final
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Michael Chandler did not waste any time. -
Nate Diaz, Jim Miller Hit Targets for UFC on Fox 3 Headliner
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Most expect fireworks when Nate Diaz meets Jim Miller in the UFC on Fox 3 main event on Saturday at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, N.J. -
Bellator 67 Live Reaction
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Sherdog.com's Freddie DeFreitas will be live tweeting his thoughts in real-time from cageside as Bellator 67 unfolds. -
UFC Vet Harris Replaces Aurelio, Meets Bronzoulis in Welterweight Debut at Legacy FC 11
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Gerald Harris will make his welterweight debut on just one week’s notice, stepping in for Marcus Aurelio to take on Mike Bronzoulis at Legacy... -
UFC Lightweight Champ Benson Henderson, Joe Duarte Bag $10,000 in Zuffa Twitter Bonuses
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Zuffa officials Friday released the results of the company’s quarterly Twitter competition, announcing that UFC lightweight champion Ben... -
Bellator Lightweight Champion Michael Chandler: I Feel Almost Indestructible Right Now
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Michael Chandler does not come off as arrogant man. -
Jordan Breen UFC on Fox 3 Pre-Fight Chat Recap
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Sherdog.com Administrative Editor Jordan Breen will host his weekly live chat at 1 p.m. ET. -
Video: UFC on Fox 3 Pre-Fight Press Conference
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Bryan Baker Motivated by Family’s Future Ahead of Bellator 67 Clash with Ben Saunders
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When Bryan Baker steps into the cage against Ben Saunders at Bellator 67 on Friday night, he will be vying for more than just a spot in the... -
Michael Chandler, Akihiro Gono Cleared for Bellator 67 Main Event on MTV2
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The Bellator 67 main event was officially given the green light at Thursday’s pre-fight weigh-ins, as both Michael Chandler and Akihiro Gono... -
Pat Barry: If Bout Against Lavar Johnson Goes the Distance, Something Went Wrong
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Pat Barry doesn’t expect his May 5 meeting with Lavar Johnson to go three rounds. -
With Jamie Varner UFC Bound, Lee King Meets Unbeaten Evan Cutts at Legacy FC 11
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Lee King has been handed yet another opponent for his third outing under the Legacy Fighting Championship banner. -
Josh Koscheck Touts New Training Setup for UFC on Fox 3
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Josh Koscheck will fight for the first time as a former American Kickboxing Academy member when he collides with Johny Hendricks... -
Eddie Alvarez: Only a Rematch with Michael Chandler Makes Sense
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With one fight left on his Bellator contract, Eddie Alvarez wants another crack at Michael Chandler. -
Delayed Title Defense Frustrates but Helps Cole Konrad
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Cole Konrad will have to wait a little bit longer to make his first Bellator title defense. -
Michael Chandler: If Eddie Alvarez Stays with Bellator, He’ll Get a Rematch
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Eddie Alvarez wants a rematch with Michael Chandler, and the Bellator lightweight champion says he’ll get it eventually if he re-signs with... -
Ryan Jimmo to Make Octagon Debut Against Anthony Perosh at UFC 149 in Calgary
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Former Maximum Fighting Championship light heavyweight titlist Ryan Jimmo is slated to make his UFC debut against Australian submission specialist Anthony Perosh at... -
Updated: Bellator Veteran Raphael Davis Pleads Not Guilty to Insurance Fraud in California
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Former Bellator Fighting Championships competitor Raphael Davis was arraigned Tuesday in Los Angeles on four felony counts of insurance fraud,... -
Gonzaga, Dunham Injured; Nelson-Herman, Barboza-Varner Set for UFC 146
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The UFC 146 landscape has shifted again, as promotion officials announced Tuesday night that Gabriel Gonzaga and Evan Dunham have both suffered... -
Fan Poll Sends Scott Jorgensen-Eddie Wineland Matchup to UFC on FX 3 Main Card
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Bantamweights Scott Jorgensen and Eddie Wineland will clash on the UFC on FX 3 main card. -
Ryan Ford on Bellator 67 Bout with ‘Sapo’ Santos: It’s the Most Important Fight of My Career
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Ryan Ford’s path to Bellator has not been an easy one. -
Report: Bisping-Boetsch Transplanted to UFC 149 Following Summer Shakeup
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Michael Bisping and Tim Boetsch may collide a little later than expected. -
Bantamweight Slugger Francisco Rivera Returns to UFC Against Alex Soto on May 15
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Heavy-handed bantamweight Francisco Rivera will get a second chance in the Octagon, albeit on short notice. -
Legacy FC 11 Update: Jorge ‘Macaco’ Patino Gets New Opponent for May 11 Title Bout
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Texas-based promotion Legacy Fighting Championship announced Tuesday that Jesus Rivera will be unable to compete in his May 11 headliner against... -
Heavyweights Travis Browne, Ben Rothwell Clash at UFC on Fox 4 in Los Angeles
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Fresh off impressive performances at UFC 145, heavyweights Travis Browne and Ben Rothwell will return to the cage on Aug. 4, squaring off at UFC on... -
Ben Rothwell Wants Fight in August, Then Alistair Overeem, Then Title Shot
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Ben Rothwell wants it known that he’s coming for the UFC heavyweight title.

