MMA News

Russell Ess - August 31, 2016

“The Notorious” Conor McGregor made a UFC record high $3 million dollars in disclosed pay for his fight with Nate Diaz at UFC 202. Diaz was not far behind, getting a disclosed amount of $2 million.

Russell Ess - August 31, 2016

Former UFC welterweight kingpin Georges St-Pierre has not fought since November 2013. After taking what he says was a much needed break from fighting, “Rush” says that he is ready to get back into the Octagon to further build on his legacy.

Russell Ess - August 31, 2016

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Tom Taylor - August 31, 2016

UFC 203 which will go down from Cleveland’s Quicken Loans Arena on September 10, is now just over a week away. Here’s the finalized lineup and bout order for the card, from Stipe Miocic and Alistair Overeem’s heavyweight title fight, to the long-awaited debut of CM Punk, to the Fight Pass Prelims. The Main Card | 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on Pay-Per-View

Tom Taylor - August 31, 2016

One of the biggest stories of the last week has been Rory MacDonald’s move from the UFC to Bellator, where a long list of exciting new matchups now await him.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

With the UFC under new ownership, many are wondering what the response will be among fighters who have become used to working with the Fertitta brothers. Nate Diaz, who has always been outspoken in regards to feeling as though he isn’t treated the way he should, spoke on Chael Sonnen’s “You’re Welcome” podcast to discuss the fact that he has yet to even meet the new UFC owners:

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

In several weeks, former WWE superstar CM Punk will make his highly anticipated UFC debut against Mickey Gall. The fight will not only serve as Punk’s UFC debut, but also his MMA debut.

Tom Taylor - August 31, 2016

https://soundcloud.com/morningwoodshow/ep-35-woodley-thomas-discuss-maias-stoppage-of-carlos-condit-colin-kaepernick-more#t=34:03 On July 30, Tyron Woodley shut the power off on Robbie Lawler to win the UFC welterweight title. Unsurprisingly, this was the biggest moment of the 34-year-old’s career. He’d reached the mountaintop. He’d won his gold.

Russell Ess - August 31, 2016

https://youtu.be/AGw9d04XAcQ Bruce Lee is one of the most legendary martial artists the world has ever known. The martial arts icon was taught the art of Wing Chun in his early teen years by master Ip Man, also known as Yip Man.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

It’s no secret that UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor is one of the highest paid men on the UFC roster, if not the single highest paid fighter on the roster. On the heels of his UFC 202 majority decision win over Nate Diaz, where McGregor made a guaranteed $3 million just to show, ‘Notorious’ has added yet another car to his fleet.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

While Donald Cerrone is undoubtably one of the top lightweights on the UFC roster, ‘Cowboy’ has left MMA fans stunned when he steps into the Octagon at welterweight. At 6 feet tall, and with a 73 inch reach, Cowboy certainly isn’t the biggest welterweight on the roster, however time and time again he has proven that his technique makes him a welterweight to be feared.

Tom Taylor - August 31, 2016

Though UFC matchmaker Joe Silva spends most of his time working behind the scenes, he’s one of the most important people in the entire organization. He is, after all, the man who handles matchmaking for the lightweight, welterweight, middleweight, light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions, and he’s been an incredible asset to the UFC for many, many years. Yet rumors are now beginning to suggest that Mr. Silva may be parting ways with the UFC. The first whispers of this surprising departure came from @TalkMMA on Twitter.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

Following Rashad Evans brutal KO loss to Glover Teixeira earlier this year, the former champ expressed his interest to finally make the drop down to 185 pounds and make a run at middleweight. Reports then began to surface that Evans would be fighting Tim Kennedy at the UFC’s historic inaugural PPV event at the Madison Square Garden on November 12th.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

It’s no secret that UFC commentator Joe Rogan is a 10th planet Jiu-Jitsu black belt under his friend, Eddie Bravo.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

As Tito Ortiz’ historic 19 year MMA career comes to a close, the Huntington Beach Bad Boy can’t help but look for the biggest fight possible before he steps away from the sport. While it’s been almost exactly a year since his submission loss to Liam McGeary, Ortiz is looking to step back into the cage sooner rather than later.

Russell Ess - August 31, 2016

If you missed Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone’s amazing performance against Rick Story at UFC 202, the UFC ranked lightweight and welterweight became the first man to finish Story by TKO. Cerrone put together a beautiful combination that hurt Story and caused referee Herb Dean to call an end to the bout in the second round.

bjpenndotcom - August 31, 2016

After two failed USADA drug tests, Brock Lesnar is done in the UFC, according to UFC heavyweight and one-time Lesnar opponent Alistair Overeem. Overeem spoke to TMZ Sports on Tuesday while catching a place at Los Angeles Airport, and was asked if he was interested in beating up Brock Lesnar again (Overeem defeated Lesnar by first round TKO back at UFC 141).

Tom Taylor - August 31, 2016

https://youtu.be/h5cTEQ30Yxg While Conor McGregor is breaking records with his multi-million dollar paydays, many other UFC fighters continue to struggle financially.