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WATCH! Dillashaw Talks Barao Rematch, McGregor's Antics, and More
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
TJ Dillashaw is set to defend his UFC Bantamweight Championship against Renan Barao in their highlight anticipated rematch this weekend on FOX. Dillashaw breaks down his upcoming fight, talks about McGregor’s antics and why he didn’t blame Jose Aldo for pulling out of UFC 189. Check out the video above!
Cyborg Talks 140 Catchweight... Then Reporter Starts Hitting On Her -- MUST WATCH!
bjpenndotcom - July 20, 2015
“I did my first fight in America at 140 against Shayna Baszler. And Maybe 140 I think, before I go to 135… This is the first time I made 145 really healthy. I didn’t feel sick after. This is the first time I made 145 and I was able to talk to my fans. I felt really good.” Everyone is ready for the Cyborg vs. Rousey showdown, but Cris still isn’t ready to commit to the UFC’s 135 pound weight class.
'Aldo is the True Champion, That Belt Means Nothing for McGregor'
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
“UFC 189” was truly a beautiful disaster. The event seemed doomed weeks away from the card when Jose Aldo pulled out of his championship fight with Conor McGregor due to a broken rib. The main event was changed to an interim title fight where McGregor finished late-replacement Chad Mendes in the second round. Conor McGregor now sits atop the featherweight division alongside rival Jose Aldo, but UFC featherweight Jeremy Stephens doesn’t feel that McGregor should think he’s the real champion.
UFC Vet Din Thomas Happy With New Fight Life
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
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WATCH! UFC Fighters Predict Dillashaw/Barao 2 and It's a Landslide
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
TJ Dillashaw is set to defend his UFC Bantamweight Championship against former champion Renan Barao this weekend! Chicago, Illinois will host the championship match which will air on big FOX. Fans aren’t the only ones excited for the fight— check out what the fighters have to say about it as well!
Emotional Christy Mack Details War Machine Attack (GRAPHIC LANGUAGE)
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
It is an unfortunate reality that domestic violence is an issue in our society, but the spotlight shines on the attacker more when they are in the public eye. The crime is not only limited to men like Ray Rice; USA World Cup Gold Medalist Hope Solo has also been accused of domestic violence as well.
Tito vs. Fedor? Ortiz Open to Catchweight Bout with Emelianenko
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Fedor Emelianenko is, without a doubt, the hottest free agent in the mixed martial arts world. Ultimate Fighting Championship has the opportunity to snag Fedor as his manager stated that there is no animosity between the two parties.
Go Behind the Scenes of 'TUF: Team McGregor vs. Team Faber'
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Now that “The Ultimate Fighter: Blackzilians vs. American Top Team” is in the books, it’s time to film the next season! It was revealed during the TUF 21 Finale that the next season’s coaches would be none other than UFC Interim Featherweight Champion Conor McGregor and Urijah Faber. While the two will not be fighting each other, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see a rivalry form between the two that led to a bout somewhere down the road. Go behind the scenes and check out the filming of TUF 22!
WATCH! Ronda Rousey Introduces Mike Tyson to Her Mother
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Mike Tyson was in attendance at one of Ronda Rousey’s sparring sessions and Rousey saw the opportunity to introduce the boxing legend to her mother. Of course, her mother did not shy away from joking with Tyson right away and informed Rousey to get some boxing tips from the legend! Check out the video above!
OUCH! Anderson Silva Is Too Fast for His Own Good
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
During his reign as UFC Middleweight Champion, Anderson Silva was praised as one of the quickest fighters in the octagon. Whether he was dodging punches or flicking knockout-inducing jabs, Silva was a force to reckon with. Silva may not be the champion anymore, but he is looking to prove he is as good as he once was.
BRUTAL! Girl Chokes Opponent Out with Inverted Leg Scissors
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Purple belt Gabby Bella knows how to get the job done! After seventy minutes of grappling with her opponent, Bella trapped them in an inverted leg scissors. It almost looked as if her opponent didn’t even know he was in trouble until it was too late. Speaking of too late, the referee must have had a bad angle because he let that choke go on FAR too long. Either way, check out the sick submission!
WATCH! Textbook Front Kick Sends Fighter Staggering Back
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Anderson Silva’s and Lyoto Machida’s front kicks were devastating enough to put their opponents to sleep. Even though this kick did not finish the fight, it still has to be one of the most beautiful front kicks in the history of kickboxing. Check it out for yourself!
WATCH! LEGACY 43: 6 Fights, 6 Finishes (Highlights)
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
The main card was FULL of finishes this weekend at LEGACY 43. Nate Richardson and Derrick Krantz both supplied brutal knockouts while the other supplied the submissions. The card took place live from the Grand Casino Hinckley Hotel in Hinckley, Minnesota. Check out the highlights above!
Lingerie Fighting Championship to Air Live On August 8
BJPENN.COM News - July 20, 2015
Lingerie Fighting Championship is apparently a thing and they’re up to their twentieth event. While there are no details about what “matches” are on the card, the event has been dubbed “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. The commercial looks interesting and is more cheesy than anything, but check it out!
Jeremy Stephens on Missing Weight: "It was my first and last time"
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
Jeremy Stephens made an impactful return to the octagon at the biggest event of the year when he knocked out Dennis Bermudez with a highlight reel flying knee. The amazing finish would have likely earned him a performance of the night bonus had he not missed weight the day before. The lightweight turned featherweight has never had an issue with missing weight before. Stephens walked onto the scales knowing he would miss weight and chalked it up to poor planning. He vows it was a mistake that will never happen again.
CONGRATS! Cub Swanson, BJ Penn Behind-The-Scenes UFC Fight Week
bjpenndotcom - July 19, 2015
While we make you guys wait for our full UFC International fight-week feature, here’s another clip of UFC Hall-Of-Famer BJ Penn backstage during his highly-anticipated HOF induction weekend. Keep locked to BJPENN.COM as we continue to release epic outtakes and features on your favorite fighters.
REPLAY! BJPENN.COM RADIO Featuring Jeremy Stephens
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
BJPENN.COM Radio returned last week with UFC 189’s Jeremy Stephens. Hear from one of the UFC’s best knockout artists fresh off his big win over Dennis Bermudez.
WATCH! "UFC 190: Rousey vs. Correia" Extended Preview
BJPENN.COM News - July 19, 2015
UFC commentator Joe Rogan talks about the main and co-main events of UFC 190 featuring Ronda Rousey vs. Bethe Correia for the women’s bantamweight title, and a rematch 10 years in the making between Shogun Rua and Rogerio Nogueira.