MMA News

BJPENN.COM News - September 15, 2012

Vitor Belfort is in his final week of intense training at Blackzilians HQ in South Florida. To him, his upcoming fight with Jon Jones is a fight of old school vs new school, yet he’s ready for this new breed of UFC fighters. “You know, it’s this: I come from back in the old school, Carlson Gracie’s time. I know this new breed, they all like studying, how I need to study my opponent. But listen: the hardcore fans, they understand my mentality. It’s all about the sport. But it’s just a choice and when this came knocking on my door, I took the opportunity. That’s how I am. And now I’m enjoying the process, I’m enjoying the journey. I’m fighting the best guy in this weight division ever.”

BJPENN.COM News - September 8, 2012

It is no secret that UFC middleweight contender Michael Bisping is wanting a title shot. “The Count” has notched his place amongst the UFC’s elite, however whenever he is close to obtaining a shot at gold he has fallen short in rising to that coveted number one contender seat.

BJPENN.COM News - September 8, 2012

Much has been discussed when it comes to the striking prowess of Strikeforce female bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey. With very little cage time to critique and the grappling ability that has kept her undefeated in route to the world’s most coveted female title, Ronda Rousey’s striking capabilities are still an unknown factor in her MMA game. Be it propaganda or not, Ronda Rousey’s head striking coach, Edmond Tarverdyan gave Ronda fans a glimmer of hope about the champs punching abilities when appearing on Sherdog’s radio network.

BJPENN.COM News - September 8, 2012

UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones says his UFC 152 opponent Vitor Belfort lacks versatility, but is a proven winner. Watch UFC 152 to witness what Jones says will be a “magnificent display of martial arts.”

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BJPENN.COM News - September 1, 2012

On the lastest edition of ESPN’s “MMA Live” Espn correspondent Franklin McNeal gave up some insider information about UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones. “Jon Jones felt so bad about the card being cancelled, he was willing to pay the fighters on that card their fee’s”, said McNeal. “But after all the attackes on him by the other fighters he chose not to do that.”

BJPENN.COM News - September 1, 2012

UFC 101: The Fundamentals” Airs Monday, September 3 at 11:30 PM ET LOS ANGELES, CA – FUEL TV airs “UFC 101: The Fundamentals,” Monday, September 3 (11:30 PM ET.) Hosts Kenny Florian and “Suga” Rashad Evans lead viewers through the fundamentals of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in this FUEL TV original 30-minute special. Learn everything from fighting styles and submission moves to rules of the Octagon. This show is a viewer’s one-stop shop to becoming a more informed UFC fan.

BJPENN.COM News - September 1, 2012

Professional boxer and undefeated MMA upstart Kim Connor-Hamby (4-0) of Stuttgart, Ark. will collide in a bantamweight (135 pounds) bout with fellow prolific striker Leslie “The Peacemaker” Smith (3-2-1) of Pleasant Hill, Calif. at the highly-anticipated Invicta FC 3: Penne vs. Sugiyama, women’s world championship Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) event at Memorial Hall in Kansas City on Saturday, Oct. 6. Connor-Hamby will replace Cat Zingano, whom Invicta FC has sent to compete in Strikeforce.

BJPENN.COM News - September 1, 2012

Two fighters will prove themselves ‘Second to None’ at the University of MMA’s next event (of the same name), scheduled for October 21 at Club Nokia at L.A. LIVE. Headlining ‘Second to None’ will be the University of MMA’s welterweight and heavyweight championship finals, respectively. These matches represent the culmination of two four-man championship tournaments which commenced at the U’s previous event, ‘Champions of Tomorrow!’ in May at the same venue.

BJPENN.COM News - September 1, 2012

Two fighters will prove themselves ‘Second to None’ at the University of MMA’s next event (of the same name), scheduled for October 21 at Club Nokia at L.A. LIVE. Headlining ‘Second to None’ will be the University of MMA’s welterweight and heavyweight championship finals, respectively. These matches represent the culmination of two four-man championship tournaments which commenced at the U’s previous event, ‘Champions of Tomorrow!’ in May at the same venue.

BJPENN.COM News - August 25, 2012

Last night Brazilian Jiu Jitsu superstar Braulio Estima made his long awaited Mixed Martial Arts Debut against Jesse Holland for Titan FC. Using his specialty, the Brazilian grappler made short work of his opponent and secured an arm triangle in the first round to choke out Holland unconscious and win the bout.

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BJPENN.COM News - August 18, 2012

Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez will attempt to defend his title against challenger Pat Healy – Saturday, September 29th 10PM ET/PT only on SHOWTIME.

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BJPENN.COM News - August 9, 2012

By Evan Stoumbelis Former TUF competitor and UFC Middleweight Ed Herman sounded off in regards to Anderson Silva today. In Herman’s eyes the champ is ducking potential #1 contender Chris “The All-American” Weidman. Herman went on record as saying “Anderson’s trying to duck him. I think it’s ’cause Weidman can beat him and everyone knows it. It sucks, there’s politics involved, there’s a lot of money on the line, and it’s sad to see the No. 1 contender not get a shot because Anderson’s camp is choosing who he wants to fight. I’d like to see Weidman get a shot because I think he can take out Anderson Silva.”

bjpenndotcom - August 7, 2012