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In January, the UFC added 20 fighters to their roster from Strikeforce. Some were fortunate to make it, while others were locks to make the roster. Now these fighters may not have the star power like Nick Diaz or Alistair Overeem, but some of them could be future champions. Gilbert Melendez was v...
MMASucka took part in the UFC’s media conference call for UFC 162: Silva Vs. Weidman today. With Dana White absent from the call, it was up to Chris Weidman and Anderson Silva to keep provide all the information and hype up their upcoming bout on July 6th. Here are the notes from today’s media […]
This past year, Ronda Rousey was featured in ESPN the Magazine’s ‘The Body Issue’ and now her arch nemesis Miesha Tate will be in the upcoming issue. Officials announced today that Tate will be amongst 21 athletes who will shed their clothes for the fifth installment on ‘The Body Issue’. “Cupcake...
Video: UFC 162 extended preview Next weekend is one of the most anticipated fights of the year, as UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva puts his belt on the line against number one contender Chris Weidman at UFC 162. The UFC has released a 10-minute video preview, which features the likes of Joe...
UFC featherweight Eddie “The Filipino Phenom” Yagin has received clearance from his neurologist to begin training and fighting again. He made the announcement today on Twitter, including a picture of the note clearing him to return to competition. Time for my comeback! pic.twitter.com/A503wGfzhQ ...
In another bout being set for the UFC’s return to Brazil in September, “Darth” has been penciled in to clash with the Brazilian destroyer. Brazil’s Portal de Vale Tudo initially reported the bout earlier today. Ryan Bader vs. Glover Teixiera reported for UFC on FS1 3 Ryan “Darth” Bader (15-3), th...
A new bout has been reported for UFC on FS1’s initial Brazilian card, with “Jacare” facing “Thunder.” The bout was initially reported by Brazil’s Portal de Vale Tudo. Ronalda Souza vs. Yushin Okami pegged for UFC on FS1 3 Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza (18-3, 1 N/C) debuted in the UFC in impressive fashi...
Earlier in June, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira took on Fabricio Werdum at UFC on FUEL TV 10 as both men were the coaches of the recent “Ultimate Fighter: Brazil”. Nogueira lost via armbar submission in the second round, and was clearly suffering from pain long after the fight. While it must be difficu...
Two UFC newcomers will slug it out at heavyweight when Guelmino meets Lewis on August 28th. MMA Junkie reported the match-up late last night, and the UFC has effectively confirmed it by adding both fighters to its online roster listings. Nandor Guelmino vs. Derrick Lewis set for UFC on FS1 2 Nand...
Six fighters cut from the UFC Six more fighters have fallen victim to the blade of Dana White’s dreaded Roster Guillotine™ today. The list of cuts was initially reported by MMA Opinion via their Facebook page earlier today. The following fighters have been wished good luck in their future endeavo...
The flyweights will be bringing fast and furious action to UFC on FS1 3 with word that “Joe-Jitsu” will be taking on “Formiga.” Both MMAOpinion.com and Sherdog.com are reporting that the two will collide on Sept. 4th an the Ginasio Nilson Nelson in Brasilia, Brazil. Joseph Benavidez vs. Jussier d...
Asia has been producing heaps of MMA talents over the past decade or so, with several fighters carrying on to accomplish remarkable feats within the industry. And one such combatant who has been tipped to follow in their footsteps is none other than Phuket Top Team’s Yang Seung Ho (6-0). Tommy Ya...
Legends will collide at UFC 165 when “The Pride of El Salvador” takes on “Kid” Yamamoto! The bantamweight bout was confirmed late last night by Nancy Audet of TVA Sports in a pair of tweets. Le combattant Ivan Menjivar va affronter Norifumi Yamamoto lors du UFC 165 a Toronto a appris @TVASports #...
1 Sparks will fly at middleweight when “The Villian” steps into the cage with “Makambo” at UFC on FS1 2 on Aug. 28th. The bout was initially announced by Australia’s MMA Kanvas and later confirmed by UFC officials. Dylan “The Villian” Andrews (16-4, 1 NC) became known to North American fight fans...
Arizona’s comeback kid Varner will take on Brazil’s 155 lbs. monster Tibau in the latest lightweight bout added to UFC 164 in Milwaukie, WI. MMA Junkie confirmed today through “knowledgeable sources.” Jamie Varner and Glieson Tibau scheduled to clash at UFC 164 Jamie “C-4” Varner (21-7-1) is 2-1 ...
Video: Joe Rogan explains why Anderson Silva is the greatest of all-time As only he can, UFC announcer Joe Rogan provides his commentary on why Anderson Silva is the greatest mixed martial artist of all time. Silva faces Chris Weidman at UFC 162 to prove his #1 ranking. Video: Joe Rogan explains ...