Frankie Edgar News
Frankie Edgar explains why "legacy fight" against Dominick Cruz interests him
Adam Martin - August 30, 2020
UFC bantamweight contender Frankie Edgar explained why a matchup against his fellow legend of the sport Dominick Cruz interests him. At age 38, Edgar did the unthinkable in his bantamweight debut as he was able to overcome the odds against him and defeat heavy favorite Pedro Munhoz via split decision in a razor-thin fight. Edgar became the 11th fighter in modern UFC history to win a fight in three different weight classes, and the win over Munhoz pushed Edgar into the No. 5 spot in the UFC’s stacked bantamweight division right off the bat.
UFC rankings update: Frankie Edgar rockets into bantamweight top-15
Tom Taylor - August 26, 2020
The official UFC rankings have been updated after last Saturday’s UFC Vegas 7 card, and as expected, there have been some interesting changes. Most notably, former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar is now a ranked bantamweight having defeated Pedro Munhoz with a controversial split decision in the card’s main event. Edgar, who has spent the last few years competing in the featherweight division, was making a debut at bantamweight, and has swiped the division’s No. 5 spot in victory.
What's next for Frankie Edgar and Pedro Munhoz after UFC Vegas 7?
Cole Shelton - August 24, 2020
In the main event of UFC Vegas 7, Frankie Edgar was finally making his bantamweight debut against a top-five contender in Pedro Munhoz. It was a pivotal fight for both men. Edgar was looking to snap his two-fight losing streak and become a top contender at bantamweight with a win. For Munhoz, it was his first fight in over a year, so he was also looking to remind everyone that he’s a legit top-five bantamweight.
Frankie Edgar responds to doubters calling him "old" and "slow"
Tom Taylor - August 24, 2020
Former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar has responded to his doubters after picking up a decision win over Pedro Munhoz in his bantamweight debut. Edgar and Munhoz met in the main event of UFC on ESPN 15 this past Saturday night in Las Vegas. After five closely contested rounds, Edgar walked away—actually hobbled away thanks to Munhoz’s leg kicks—with a controversial split decision victory.
Photo | Judges scorecards from tonight's Frankie Edgar vs. Pedro Munhoz fight
Chris Taylor - August 22, 2020
Former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar was making his bantamweight debut against Pedro Munhoz in tonight’s UFC Vegas 7 headliner. Edgar entered the contest looking to snap a two-fight losing skid, this after dropping fights to top featherweights Chan Sung Jung and Max Holloway in his most recent Octagon appearances.
Pros react to Frankie Edgar defeating Pedro Munhoz at UFC on ESPN 15
Chris Taylor - August 22, 2020
Tonight’s UFC on ESPN 15 event was headlined by a key bantamweight match-up featuring former lightweight champ Frankie Edgar taking on Pedro Munhoz. Edgar (23-8-1 MMA) was be making his 135-pound debut this evening following a 8-5 run at featherweight.
UFC on ESPN 15 Results: Frankie Edgar defeats Pedro Munhoz (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 22, 2020
Tonight’s UFC on ESPN 15 event is headlined by a key bantamweight match-up featuring former lightweight champ Frankie Edgar taking on Pedro Munhoz. Edgar (23-8-1 MMA) will be making his 135-pound debut this evening following a 8-5 run at featherweight.
UFC on ESPN 15: 'Edgar vs. Munhoz' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - August 22, 2020
The Octagon remains in Las Vegas for tonight’s UFC on ESPN 15 event, a nine-bout fight card headlined by Frankie Edgar vs Pedro Munhoz. The former UFC lightweight champion, Edgar (23-8-1 MMA), will be making his bantamweight debut this evening following a 8-5 run at featherweight.
Video | Watch Frankie Edgar make bantamweight limit for the first time
Tom Taylor - August 21, 2020
On Friday morning, at the weigh-ins for his UFC on ESPN 15 main event showdown with Pedro Munhoz, Frankie Edgar hit the bantamweight limit for the first time. Edgar began his UFC career in the lightweight division, where he ultimately became the champion by defeating BJ Penn. Several years later, he dropped down to the featherweight division, where he contended for the title multiple times against Jose Aldo and Max Holloway.
UFC on ESPN 15 weigh-in results: Frankie Edgar hits bantamweight limit
Tom Taylor - August 21, 2020
On Saturday night, the UFC will return to our screens with the under-the-radar UFC on ESPN 15 card out of the Apex facility in Las Vegas. The card will be topped by a bantamweight duel between long-time contender Pedro Munhoz, and former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar, who will be making his debut in the division after a long run at featherweight.
Pro fighters make their picks for Pedro Munhoz vs. Frankie Edgar
Cole Shelton - August 21, 2020
In the main event of UFC Vegas 7, a key bantamweight bout headlines the card as Pedro Munhoz welcomes Frankie Edgar to the division. Heading into the fight, Munhoz is a -265 favorite while the former UFC lightweight champion is a +205 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The majority believe bantamweight is where Frankie Edgar should’ve been his entire career as he will pull off the upset and beat Pedro Munhoz.
Frankie Edgar plans to "push the pace" against Pedro Munhoz, believes win puts him in title contention
Cole Shelton - August 18, 2020
Frankie Edgar is excited to finally make his bantamweight debut against Pedro Munhoz. The former UFC lightweight champion was expected to make his bantamweight debut against Cory Sandhagen in January. Yet, Edgar took a short notice fight against Korean Zombie which did not go his way in December. He then was set to face Pedro Munhoz at UFC 251, UFC Fight Island 1, UFC 252 and now finally, UFC Vegas 7. For Edgar, he admits this camp has been a long one and he is excited to finally be able to fight.
Report | Frankie Edgar vs. Pedro Munhoz fight rescheduled for August 22
Tom Taylor - July 27, 2020
A bantamweight showdown between former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar and Brazilian contender Pedro Munhoz has reportedly been rescheduled for August 22. News of this rescheduled matchup, which is expected to occur at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas, was first reported by Brazilian publication Combate.
Frankie Edgar "would love for a chance at redemption" against Jose Aldo at bantamweight
Cole Shelton - July 13, 2020
Frankie Edgar’s bantamweight debut was pushed back once again, but he still has his eyes on several opponents. Edgar was expected to face Pedro Munhoz at UFC 251 and then on July 15 but the Brazilian tested positive for COVID-19 pulling him from the bout.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 1 with Alex Volkanovski, Volkan Oezdemir & Frankie Edgar
Cole Shelton - July 7, 2020
The debut episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com is a stacked one ahead of UFC 251 and the debut of UFC Fight Island. Host Cole Shelton is first joined by UFC featherweight champion, Alex Volkanovski. Then, Volkan Oezdemir comes on, and the final guest is future UFC Hall of Famer and friend of the website, Frankie Edgar.
Multiple fighters offer to step up and fight Frankie Edgar on short notice
Natasha Hooper - July 7, 2020
A whole host of fighters have offered to replace Pedro Munhoz against Frankie Edgar. Munhoz is the latest fighter to be pulled from a fight due to a positive COVID-19 test. The No. 7 ranked bantamweight was expected to face Edgar on the UFC’s Fight Island on July 15. Unfortunately, he tested positive for the virus, leaving “The Answer” without an opponent for the upcoming event.
Pedro Munhoz tests positive for COVID-19, fight against Frankie Edgar cancelled
Cole Shelton - July 6, 2020
Pedro Munhoz has tested positive for COVID-19 and his fight against Frankie Edgar is cancelled. Journalist, Raul Lopez was first to report the news, which was later confirmed by ESPN’s Ariel Helwani.
Gray Maynard plans to continue fighting, wants fourth scrap against Frankie Edgar
Cole Shelton - June 19, 2020
Gray Maynard says his MMA career is not done yet. Maynard has not fought since UFC 229 where he suffered a TKO loss to Nik Lentz. The former UFC title challenger was released from the Las Vegas-based promotion after the defeat. Since then, the now 41-year-old says he still is interested in fighting.