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BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

This week the “Just Scrap” fight promotion is making its highly anticipated return to the War Memorial Center with “Just Scrap Maui IV” on March 15th. ‘Just Scrap’ has now finalized a stacked 11-bout fight card for its return that includes a host of local talent as well as fighters from around the country.

BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

The new BJPENN.COM Radio Airs tonight at 8:00 P.M. ET / 5:00 P.M. PT.

BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

Johny Hendricks’ path to the pinnacle of the welterweight division has been quick and devastating for his opponents. Bigg Rigg’s 3 Knockout of the Night performances in his past 5 fights have put him on the cusp of a title shot. See how his focus has never been sharper as he heads into UFC 158.

BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

BJPENN.COM News - March 6, 2013

bjpenndotcom - March 6, 2013

Sunday March 10, we kick BJPenn.com’s FIST-ta-CUFF Radio off at 7:30 PM PST with the head instructor and co-founder of American Top Team. Ricardo was named the 13th most powerful player in MMA in the Fight! Power rankings which means this is a perfect guest to talk to about the current state of MMA. We will talk to Ricardo about the history of ATT, his time learning martial arts from a young age (He got his start in combat sports at 4 years old), and the program he has at ATT to teach judo to visually impaired students. Ricardo’s story of getting into BJJ, to his leaving the famed Gracie academy, creating Brazilian Top Team, and ending up in the states to start ATT is worthy of a movie and we will be talking all of it. I couldn’t think of a better way to start out the show then to have a man who has won Gold at the first ever “Mundials,” or World Jiu-Jitsu Championship & Gold in the International Masters Mundials. Follow Ricardo on twitter @LiborioATT

BJPENN.COM News - March 5, 2013

This week BJPENN.COM Radio is introducing a new host panel and format. Joining the new crew will be a star-studded guest list that includes famed coach, Cesar Gracie, top UFC welterweight Jake Shields and UFC middleweight contender, Alan Belcher.

BJPENN.COM News - March 5, 2013

Back in the day UFC President, Dana White, agreed to have a three-round boxing match with Tito Ortiz. The two MMA personalities have a well documented history of dislike for each other and this special TV program, that aired on Spike TV, documents one of the most memorable moments of that rivalry.

BJPENN.COM News - March 5, 2013

“Since Hector Lombard has been in the UFC, he’s been mediocre at best. But at the same time, he’s been fighting high-caliber fighters. Yushin Okami has been in the top five for a long time, you know, so he’s no slouch. At the same time, he was asking for a title shot, I felt he needed to prove his own in the weight class. So, he’s being introduced to the UFC. Down the road, if it presents itself, yeah I’d fight Hector Lombard. I’m definitely a guy that accepts any fight that the UFC throws at me, you know? I’m that guy. But at the same time, I wanna show the world that I can definitely compete at that weight class and I can fight high-caliber fighters.” – Courtesy Rick Lee

Chris Taylor - March 4, 2013

For those of you who don’t already know, Soa “The Hulk” Palelei (18-3 MMA, 0-1 UFC) is a heavyweight mixed martial artist who has fought for both the UFC and Pride, as well as other promotions. The native of Perth, Australia proudly announced today that he is once again employed by the UFC. Via @soathehulk on twitter:

BJPENN.COM News - March 4, 2013

UFC welterweight fighter, Jake Shields, is the latest addition to the BJPENN.COM Radio guest list this week. Shields is coming off an Athletic suspension for testing positive for banned substances and is rumored to be scheduled for a date with fellow Strikeforce import Tyron Woodley at UFC 161 this June.

Chris Taylor - March 4, 2013

It was announced today that a middleweight bout between Cezar “Mutant” Ferreira (5-2 MMA, 1-0 UFC) and C.B. Dollaway (13-4 MMA, 7-4 UFC) has been added to the UFC on FX 8 card set for May. Ferreira most recently won “The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil” in 2012, where he scored a decision victory over Sergio Moraes in the tournament final. The victory over Moraes marked Ferreira’s first career decision win and also improved his record to 4-1 over the past 3 years.

BJPENN.COM News - March 4, 2013

The wagering between Alan Belcher and Michael Bisping just got real! Will the count accept?

BJPENN.COM News - March 4, 2013

bjpenndotcom - March 2, 2013

The man wrapping up the show this week has seen all the madness that has happened inside the Bellator FC cage this year. Manny Rodriguez is back in the shop and that means you are in for a treat. Manny “Mean Bean” Rodriguez is one of the men who holds it down on the mic for the Bellator FC and he’s had a front seat for all the fights this year. Bellator has put on some amazing fights, some huge upsets, and an amazing season of tournament fights so far. We will talk to Manny about everything that has gone down up to this point and of course what is left for the rest of the year. Think about it we are only in March and we have seen so much already. Get over to twitter and follow Manny @Manny_MMA

BJPENN.COM News - March 2, 2013

Immediately following tonight’s UFC on FUEL TV 8 event in Japan, the UFC will hold its traditional post-fight press conference. Expected to attend will be fighters from the main card and UFC President Dana White.