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bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Conor McGregor is without a doubt one of the most polarizing figures in MMA. The brash Irishman’s comments often come across as nothing short of shocking when it comes to pre-fight banter with his opponents. For example, at the UFC 196 press conference, McGregor continually threw insults at his opponent, UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos.

Chris Taylor - February 16, 2016

In this week’s segment of “Tough Guy Tuesday” we feature current National Hockey League forward Evander Kane. The 24-year-old currently plays for the Buffalo Sabres in the NHL’s Eastern Conference.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Earlier today news surfaced that Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson would be returning to Bellator after an “amicable agreement” was reached between the two parties. The news was revealed through a press release, which was sent to BJPenn.com.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

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Russell Ess - February 16, 2016

https://youtu.be/WaRptRr8DkY?t=12m46s Former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey once again made history by gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. It was a first for Sports Illustrated to issue three different covers for the new Swimsuit edition. The three covers include Rousey, Hailey Clausen, and Ashley Graham, who is the first plus-size model to grace the cover of the prestigious magazine, Which Williams lauds over.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Wanderlei Silva is pushing any way he can for a fight with Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko that he’s took it to photo-shop on his twitter feed. The fans have a say in this possible clash of champions.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

[ooyala code=”h3cGR5MDE6-o5qykrQtEraa5q3i6yz-r” player_id=”bd214e34cfad476984102de4bf5e8da2″ width=”1280″ height=”1280″ auto=”true” autoplay=”true”] Recently it was revealed that TUF 20 finalist Rose Namajunas had made the move to Jackson-Wink MMA to train under Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn.

Russell Ess - February 16, 2016

UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor is the most popular and polarizing fighter in the fight game today. The outspoken Irishman has broken records in the UFC and has talked his way up to having a chance to make history by becoming the first fighter in the UFC to simultaneously hold two division’s titles. The task at hand will be no easy matter as he is set to face UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos who has also been on an absolute tear in the lightweight division.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

The featherweight champ Conor McGregor is weeks away from the biggest fight of his career. UFC 196 has historic implications with McGregor challenging the champ, Rafael dos Anjos for his lightweight strap. McGregor’s looks to be the first 2 division champ holding titles simultaneously in multiple divisions.

Russell Ess - February 16, 2016

UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz has had a long time rivalry with Urijah Faber and he has been getting an absolute kick out of all the drama surrounding Faber’s camp at Team Alpha Male. A fall out between Faber and striking coach Duane Ludwig caused a rift between fighters with the former bantamweight champion Dillashaw leaving Team Alpha Male to join Ludwig at the Elevation Fight Team. Cruz spoke with MMA Junkie on how he sees things looking from the outside at Team Alpha Male.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Famed prizefighter Manny Pacquiao found himself under fire recently after comments he made some controversial statements regarding homosexuality. ‘Pac Man’ stated that animals “are even better (than humans), because they know how to distinguish from male to male or female to female.”

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Floyd “Money” Mayweather was spotted by TMZ reporters and asked the retired boxer his thoughts on Manny “Pac Man” Pacquiao’s comments about gays people. Mayweather gave his 2 cents and responded the way a former champ can.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

On March 5th Conor McGregor will go up to lightweight for his first lightweight fight in the UFC as he faces Rafael dos Anjos for the UFC lightweight championship at UFC 196.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

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bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Earlier this month Mickey Gall made his UFC debut against Mike Jackson. Gall went out and submitted Jackson in just 45 seconds to earn himself a fight against CM Punk at UFC 200. In the days following the bout it was announced that Punk would need to undergo back surgery and would be out for 4-6 weeks. While the MMA world went into panic mode that Punk may not end up making his UFC debut, Gall revealed that the fight was still on, however it likely wouldn’t be at UFC 200.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Former champ Ronda “Rowdy” Rousey has been busy since her loss to Holly Holm at UFC 193. Between movie and media obligations this MMA Star turned Hollywood actress will be the most sought after UFC fighter for questions once UFC 196 is complete. The title bout between Tate vs Holm in itself will dictate who Rousey will come back to fight upon her return.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

When you’re the number one MMA organization in the world, maintaining and growing your public image is everything. Regardless of your employees status at the UFC, everyone is accountable for their actions or lack thereof.

bjpenndotcom - February 16, 2016

Since 2012 when Max “Blessed” Holloway has stepped into the UFC scene, he’s put together fourteen fights with the organization. Holloway (15-3 MMA) has been on a tear since losing to the featherweight champ by decision. The Hawaiian is the only man that “The Notorious” Conor McGregor did not finish, leading speculation to believe that a more experienced Holloway would fair better in a rematch.