Mixed Martial Arts Links (1-8-12)
MMA: Worst Robberies of 2011 Bleacher Report 2011 was a milestone year for mixed martial arts. New champions were crowned, huge television deals were made and the notion of being mainstream is becoming more and more of a reality. But despite all the strides that the sport has made over the past… See all stories on […]
Hermes Franca Released From MFC
MFC statement on Hermes Franca The Maximum Fighting Championship has terminated the contract of Hermes Franca as a fighter with the organization. An immediate search is underway to replace Franca who was slated to fight Drew Fickett on Friday, June 10 at MFC 30: Up Close & Personal. Fickett’s new opponent is expected to be […]
Hermes Franca enters Conquer fray; Veteran lightweight to face Drew Fickett at MFC 29
Another talented veteran has been added to the ever-deepening talent pool of the Maximum Fighting Championship’s lightweight division. Hermes “The Unreal” Franca (20-9) has signed a multi-fight deal with the organization and is slated to make his debut at MFC 29: Conquer on Friday, April 8 in the co-main event against Drew “Night Rider” Fickett […]
IFC: Genesis To Feature Former UFC Stars On November 9th
The Israel Fighting Championship will make their debut on November 9 from the Nokia Arena in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Genesis will mark the first time that cage fighting has come to Israel. Mixed Martial Artists from around the globe will go toe-to-toe with some of Israel’s most beloved and respected fighters. Former UFC veterans Frank Trigg, […]
THE UFC’S SHERK AND FRANCA DEAL WITH STEROID TURMOIL
UFC Light-Heavyweight Champion, Sean Sherk, and his most recent opponent, Hermes Franca, both test Positive for Steroids, Both Facing Suspension and Fine by: Jack Bratcher [mpinpage] In shocking news, the UFC Light-Heavyweight Champ, Sean Sherk has tested positive for steroid use. In leading up to his title-defense on July 7th at UFC 73 against […]