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Superhuman takedown defense from World Champion Judoka
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
In this video, we see Georgii Zantaraia, who is a World Champion Judoka, demonstrate incredible superhuman takedown defense. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));
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).
Watch 'UFC: The Time is Now' special broadcast at 2 p.m. PT LIVE on BJPENN.com
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
Today the UFC is holding a special press conference at 2 p.m. PT (5 p.m. ET) where they will reveal their entire 2015 schedule, and make a special announcement. On hand for the event will be several superstar fighters, who will all be fighting in early 2015, including:
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.
Bellator unveils four title fights in early 2015
BJPENN.COM News - November 17, 2014
After a successful Bellator 131 event last night, Bellator is looking to keep the momentum rolling as the year draws to a close.
Bellator signs 18 year old Wrestling standout
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Bellator MMA has signed Wrestling phenom Aaron Pico to a “long term contract” according to an announcement made Saturday night.
Tito Ortiz fined for flipping off Stephan Bonnar post-fight
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last night at Bellator 131 Tito Ortiz defeated Stephan Bonnar via decision. Many thought this would have put an end to the bitter rivalry between the two, however Ortiz had further plans.
War Machine laughs at Christy Mack's emotional testimony
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last week we brought you news that former Bellator MMA fighter War Machine laughed at Christy Mack while she gave an emotional testimony in court. Now we have the accompanying video of the event.
Hunt: "My gas was starting to get to me"
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last night at UFC 180, Mark Hunt was KO’d by Fabricio Werdum. The KO came as a shock to many, especially after Hunt posted an outstanding 1st round where he stuffed Werdum’s takedowns with ease, and had Werdum noticeably hesitant to throw strikes. Hunt admitted to Ariel Helwani on the FOX Sports 1 post-fight show that his gas was starting to get to him at the time he was knocked out.
Bellator 131 Salaries: Ortiz Tops Payroll With $300k
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last night Bellator held arguably their biggest event ever, Bellator 131, which featured a main-event bout between Tito Ortiz and Stephan Bonnar.
King Mo calls out Tito Ortiz: "I will bust your a**"
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last night at Bellator 131, Tito Ortiz defeated Stephan Bonnar in a highly anticipated matchup. Also on the card, King Mo TKO’d Joe Vedepo (See that HERE).
REPLAY! Ricardo Lamas Finishes Dennis Bermudez In The First Round
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Former UFC featherweight title challenger Ricardo ‘The Bully’ Lamas landed a hard jab that dropped Dennis Bermudez in the first round before submitting Bermudez with his signature ‘Bullotine’ choke. Check out the highlights from the bout:
REPLAY! Rashad Evans Breaks Down Gastelum's Submission Win Over Ellenberger
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last night at UFC 180, Kelvin Gastelum continued his undefeated streak, and more than likely broken into the top 10 of the UFC’s welterweight division. Catch the full fight highlights from the bout below, broken down by former champion Rashad Evans.
REPLAY! Aguilar Continues Reign As Champion With Lopsided Win Over Faria
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
WSOF women’s strawweight champion Jessica Aguilar, who was recently a guest on BJPENN.com Radio, continued her reign at the top of the women’s strawweight ladder last night at WSOF 15 when she defeated Kalindra Faria via a one-sided decision. Check out the highlights from the bout below:
REPLAY! Gaethje Picks Up Split-Decision Win Over Guillard
BJPENN.COM News - November 16, 2014
Last night in the co-main event of WSOF 15, Melvin Guillard, who was recently on an episode of BJPENN.com Radio, fought Justin Gaethje in a non-title fight after Guillard failed to make weight. After going 3-rounds Gaethje picked up the split-decision win.