UFC & COMPANY VS. NEW YORK STATE: CIVIL SUIT CLIFF NOTES
By: Rich Bergeron Zuffa, LLC filed suit on November 15th against the State of New York, citing the unconstitutional nature of the state’s ban on professional mixed martial arts. A host of other plaintiffs who have varying interests in competing in and/or profiting from MMA-related business are also parties to the suit. Though there is […]
UFC Middleweight Mike Massenzio and Colorado MMA Heavyweight Ryan Martinez on Tonight’s Combat Sports Show
MMA Fighters Mike Massenzio and Ryan Martinez join Tony “The Tornado” Penecale and “Rabble Rousin’” Rich Bergeron on tonight’s FNU Combat Sports Show. Tune in from 8PM EST to 10:00 PM EST to listen to the broadcast. We will also discuss the bizarre finish to the Bernard Hopkins vs. Chad Dawson fight. Our guest interviews […]
TEAM PALOOKA’S MIKE MASSENZIO WINS BIG AT UFC 136; ALSO TO APPEAR AT NEW YORK COMIC-CON AT PALOOKA BOOTH
Ridgewood, New Jersey (USA): At UFC 136, middleweight Mike Massenzio made his Team Palooka debut with a gutsy, come-from-behind victory against former WEC Light Heavyweight Champion Steve Cantwell. The win represented what Team Palooka is all about: heart, determination, and a “never say die” attitude. The Massenzio-Cantwell bout kicked off the night, and definitely got […]
Mixed Martial Arts Links (10-8-11)
Brian Stann speaks with Heavy MMA’s Megan Olivi Heavy.com It also brings a chance for Heavy MMA lead writer E. Spencer Kyte to even things up in his ongoing battle with feature writer Duane Finley known as The Face-Off. Kyte broke his three-fight losing streak last time out. More correctly, Stefan Struve … See all stories on this topic » […]
ALL FIGHTERS CLEARED TO COMPETE AT MMA FIGHT PIT: “GENESIS”
Albuquerque, New Mexico (USA): The biggest fight card in New Mexico history is now official, as the weigh-ins for MMA Fight Pit “Genesis” took place earlier today at the Library Bar & Grill in downtown Albuquerque. All fighters have been cleared by the New Mexico State Athletic Commission. “Genesis” takes place tomorrow, Saturday, August […]
Edgar is Prepared to Defend His Title Vs. Maynard at UFC 136, Talks to Takedown
He is that Jersey Kid, the fighter with the heart of a seasoned wrestler. This young man knows where he comes from and where he’s going. Us fans? We’re along for the ride. Frankie Edgar is the UFC Lightweight Champion winning 80% of his professional bouts. For the 3rd time he will face Gray Maynard at UFC […]
Mixed Martial Arts Links (7-8-11)
Five reasons boxing is better than MMA: Fan’s take Yahoo! Sports Contributor Network 7 hours, 41 minutes ago The biggest ongoing debate in the world of combat sports is between fans of boxing and mixed martial arts. While fans of MMA can feel proud that their sport has shown quick and unprecedented growth over the … See all stories […]
Mixed Martial Arts Links (7-7-11)
Tito Ortiz Exclusive: This Is The Greatest Time Of My Life SB Nation By Luke Thomas – MMA Senior Editor From the brink of losing his entire mixed martial arts career, former UFC light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz defied expectations by defeating and submitting Ryan Bader at UFC 132. In this exclusive interview, … See all stories on […]
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