MMA News
Phuket Dreaming Episode 7 'Running With Soi Dogs'
BJPENN.COM News - November 18, 2014
In the seventh episode of Phuket Dreaming, Cristiane “Cyborg” Justino and Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante head to Phukets Vegetarian Festival while Rob Lisita and Luke Jumeau finish their fight camps. Check out the whole series HERE (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE2g9D9HVlnuTH1pUPwzqgu2m82LqWWEq).
NO LOVE! - Bonnar & Team Shunned Post-Fight
BJPENN.COM News - November 18, 2014
In Mixed Martial Arts, the traditional grudge match usually dies with the culmination of a fight.
'Ortiz vs. Bonnar' Broadcast Breaks Records
BJPENN.COM News - November 18, 2014
Bellator 131 knocked out the competition on Saturday, November 15 with record ratings for the emerging MMA franchise under new president Scott Coker. The Bellator 131 main event between Tito Ortiz and Stephan Bonnar (11:50pm-12:16am) drew 1.8 million viewers, peaking at 2 million, making it the most-watched and highestrated MMA fight on cable in 2014.
Scott Coker launches a new era of Bellator MMA
BJPENN.COM News - November 18, 2014
We can now say the Scott Coker era of Bellator MMA is officially here following Bellator 131 this last Saturday. Http://BloodyElbow.com was able to speak to the man himself backstage after the show to get his thooughts on upcoming events, the future of Japanese MMA, and the rebirth of Bellator.
White on 'unbelievable' UFC schedule
BJPENN.COM News - November 18, 2014
Dana White joins APG to discuss the early 2015 schedule and whether or not Cub Swanson could get a title shot by defeating Frankie Edgar this Saturday.
Rampage admits he should have stayed with UFC 'devil'
Chris Taylor - November 18, 2014
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson (35-11 MMA, 3-0 BFC) has not been seen in MMA action since scoring a decision win over Muhammed Lawal at Bellator 120 in May of 2014.
Did Ortiz play tricks to keep Bonnar awake prior to Bellator 131?
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
The night before his Bellator 131 bout against Tito Ortiz, Stephan Bonnar found himself on the wrong end of several bizarre circumstances that caused him to get little sleep the night before his highly anticipated fight against Tito Ortiz.
Emelianenko Gets Engaged Behind Bars
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Alexander Emelianenko, MMA veteran, and brother of the great Fedor Emelianenko, was engaged recently while serving time in jail prior to a trial resulting from sexual assault charges.
Leonard Garcia retires at Legacy FC 37
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
At Legacy FC 37 this past weekend Leonard Garcia announced his retirement.
Kevin Casey out of Metamoris 5 with blood clot, Metamoris seeks replacement
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Kevin Casey has been forced to withdraw from his Metamoris 5 match against Vinny Magalhaes due to a blood clot.
BJPENN.com Radio Replay with Ralek Gracie and Renzo Gracie
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Last night, BJPENN.com Radio was joined by Ralek Gracie and Renzo Gracie.
Rose Namajunas discusses Roufusport's training methods
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
TUF 20 competitor Rose Namajunas, and former Roufusport teammate L-Dogg told their stories about training at Roufusport, and discussing the death of Dennis Munson Jr. Karyn Bryant of MMAHeat spoke to both Namajunas and L-Dogg via Skype.
Fighter dies following poor protocol in Muay Thai bout
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
In one of the most heartbreaking tales in combat sports, Roufusport fighter Dennis Munson Jr died following his Muay Thai debut, after a tragic timeline of events that took place on March 28th, which have just been revealed after a police investigation.
Michael Chandler on bizarre Bellator 131 loss: "I don't remember much"
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Michael Chandler was on the receiving end of one of the most bizarre knockouts in MMA history this past Saturday when he was KO’d by Will Brooks (See that HERE).
Tim Bradley and Virgil Hunter break down Pacquiao vs. Algieri
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Boxing fans are getting ready to watch Manny Pacquiao fight Chris Algieri this Saturday. To get ready for the bout, Timothy Bradley, who fought Pacquiao twice, and legendary boxing trainer, Virgil Hunter, break down the difference between Pacquiao before and after being knocked out, as well as his opponent, Chris Algieri. Check it out:
Holm optimistic despite neck injury: 'I feel 100% better already'
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Holly Holm is widely regarded to be one of the best prospects signed by the UFC this year, with many fans speculating that she may be the woman to pose the biggest threat to reigning champion Ronda Rousey. Holm spoke to the crew on Inside MMA that despite having a herniated disc, she hopes to be back in the cage in no time.
Sefo: 'XFC President falsified documents'
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
WSOF President Ray Sefo is currently under fire from XFC President Myron Molotky, who refuse to back off their lawsuit, claiming that Kalindra Faria is under contract with XFC. Sefo won’t fold easy however, and believes the lawsuit is nothing more than a ploy to extort money from the WSOF.