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WEC fighters pay tribute to Jens Pulver *VIDEO*

WEC fighters pay tribute to Jens Pulver *VIDEO*

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Saturday night, following a first round submission loss to Javier Vazquez at WEC 47, 35-year-old Jens “Lil’ Evil” Pulver spoke at the post-fight press conference as if his time inside the cage was over.
In his prime, Pulver beat the best of the best. In February 2001, he defeated Caol Uno to become the [...]

The State of the Warhammer Address - Preamble

The State of the Warhammer Address – Preamble

Hello America,
This is Josh “The Warhammer” Schockman bringing you the “State of the Warhammer Address”. What exactly is the “State of the Warhammer Address” you ask, well I’ll tell you. It’s where I get on this little miracle we call the Internet and tell you just exactly what’s up according to me. So sit back, [...]

UFC 109 spotlight: Pro MMA Now exclusive interview with Justin Buchholz

UFC 109 spotlight: Pro MMA Now exclusive interview with Justin Buchholz

In this UFC 109 spotlight, we are focusing on Alaskan born, Team Alpha Male lightweight fighter, Justin Buchholz (8-4). Now 26-years-old, Justin has been fighting professionally since Feb. 2005, when he won his first pro MMA fight by submission at Alaska Fighting Championship 8. Since that time, Justin has gone on to win the  Alaska [...]

UFC Gym holds ceremonial Grand Opening Saturday, Jan. 23

UFC Gym holds ceremonial Grand Opening Saturday, Jan. 23

Las Vegas, NV (USA) – The countdown is on for the ceremonial grand opening for the brand new state-of-the-art UFC Gym – just eight days until UFC President Dana White, New Evolution Fitness Company (NEFC) Founder Mark Mastrov and NEFC CEO and Co-Founder Jim Rowley, along with UFC Legend Chuck Liddell, UFC Lightweight Champion BJ [...]

Lorenzo Fertitta discusses Flash sale - Frankie Edgar confirmed for B.J. Penn

Lorenzo Fertitta discusses Flash sale – Frankie Edgar confirmed for B.J. Penn

Lorenzo Fertitta discusses his role in the global expansion of the UFC and how bringing Abu-Dhabi’s Flash Entertainment on board will help this cause dramatically. He also squashes the rumor that Renzo Gracie helped facilitate the deal.
Another interesting detail revealed is Flash will now own more UFC equity than Dana White. They will own 10% [...]

ProMMA.info 2009 end of year fighter rankings

ProMMA.info 2009 end of year fighter rankings

Welcome to the new (not so much improved, really, because, well… they ARE new) ProMMA.info fighter rankings.  These rankings are compiled by me, Mike Menninger, MMA genius, card-carrying member of the ANA (Anti-Nuthugger Alliance), defender of horrendous sweaters worn by athletes of whom I am afraid, and co-host of The Cageside Beat radio show.  (Please [...]

Frankie Trigg's blog - getting ready for Serra and thoughts on UFC 107

Frankie Trigg’s blog – getting ready for Serra and thoughts on UFC 107

Hey guys I know it’s been awhile but it’s hard to keep up with all my tournaments and practices.
I’m having a great season so far, I’m 10-4 with two tournaments, and two 2nd place finishes. I’m ranked 7th in state and have a lot more to go.
One week ago was the first time I made [...]

UFC 107 post-fight press conference video

UFC 107 post-fight press conference video

Dana White, and the night’s main card winners, field questions at the “UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” post-fight press conference at the FedEX Forum in Memphis, Tenn. B.J. Penn arrives after several minutes, and answers questions regarding his dominating victory over lightweight contender Diego Sanchez.
If you are wondering, that is a Tiger Woods hat [...]

ProMMA.info exclusive UFC 107 photo gallery

ProMMA.info exclusive UFC 107 photo gallery

Here are our exclusive photos from “UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” in Memphis, Tenn. Most of the photos are from the post-fight press conference. Kenny Florian, Frank Mir, Jon Fitch, and Stefan Struve were the first fighters to arrive at the presser. And after some time, lightweight champion B.J. Penn came in carrying his championship belt.
It [...]

"UFC 107:  Penn vs. Sanchez" scores 13,896 attendees for "over $1.5 million gate

“UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” scores 13,896 attendees for “over $1.5 million gate

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – “UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” was the second visit for the UFC to the state of Tennessee and the first visit by the organization to the city of Memphis, with a reported 13,896 fans packed into the FedExForum.
UFC president Dana White reported the attendance numbers at the [...]

UFC 107 recap:  B.J. Penn dominates Diego Sanchez, Frank Mir puts Kongo to sleep

UFC 107 recap: B.J. Penn dominates Diego Sanchez, Frank Mir puts Kongo to sleep

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Never lacking in self confidence, Diego Sanchez was hoping for a passing of the guard coming into his title shot with UFC Lightweight Champion B.J. Penn. The chants of “YES!” were there, as were the mean mugs, but all of the scary faces in the world could not save Sanchez [...]

"UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez" results & play-by-play commentary

“UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” results & play-by-play commentary

ProMMA.info is on the scene for “UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” at the FedEX Forum in Memphis, Tenn. Headlining tonight’s event is UFC lightweight champion B.J. “The Prodigy” Penn defending his title against number one contender Diego “The Nightmare” Sanchez.
Other bouts on the card include former heavyweight champion Frank Mir taking on dangerous striker Cheick [...]

The Cageside Beat December 12, 2009: UFC 107 preview

The Cageside Beat December 12, 2009: UFC 107 preview

Join Brian and Mike Saturday December 12 at 5:30 PM ET for a special edition of The Cageside Beat, brought to you by the ProMMA.info Radio Network. Brian and Mike will be doing a special preview show for tonight’s UFC 107 event.
This episode is brought to you by Silver Star, clothes for breaking the [...]

Watch today's UFC 107 fighter weigh-ins live on ProMMA.info at 3 p.m. CT

Watch today’s UFC 107 fighter weigh-ins live on ProMMA.info at 3 p.m. CT

As has become the custom for every UFC event, you will be able to watch today’s “UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” fighter weigh-ins taking place at the FedEX Forum in Memphis, Tenn. in a live video stream here at ProMMA.info beginning at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT.
UFC 107 features a lightweight title fight between champion [...]

"UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez" video preview

“UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” video preview

On Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez takes place at the Fedex Forum in Memphis, Tenn. The event is headlined with a lightweight title fight between the champion B.J. Penn defending his title against and Diego Sanchez.
Also, former heavyweight champ Frank Mir will take on Cheick Kongo, and Kenny Florian will [...]

UFC 107 preview videos: interviews with Diego Sanchez, Frank Mir, B.J. Penn

UFC 107 preview videos: interviews with Diego Sanchez, Frank Mir, B.J. Penn

Diego “The Nightmare” Sanchez talks about his victory over Clay Guida, and how he took advantage of the holes he saw in his game. Then Diego discusses his upcoming Dec. 12 lightweight title fight against B.J. Penn. Diego feels it has been a long time coming, and he wants to show the world he is [...]

Spike TV presents "UFC Main Events" on Saturday, Nov. 7

Spike TV presents “UFC Main Events” on Saturday, Nov. 7

New York, NY, October 21, 2009 – Spike TV presents a special evening of recent UFC main event fights never-before-seen on cable (non-pay-per-view) on Saturday, November 7 (9:00 – 11:00pm ET/PT) showcasing the world’s best mixed martial arts fighters.  The two-hour telecast, “UFC Main Events,” culminates with the highly-anticipated [...]

Three bouts confirmed for UFC 107 in Memphis on Dec. 12

Three bouts confirmed for UFC 107 in Memphis on Dec. 12

PROMMA.INFO was notified by the Ultimate Fighting Championship today via press release of three confirmed fights for “UFC 107: Penn vs. Sanchez” in Memphis, Tenn.
On Saturday, Dec. 12, the UFC will bring their very special brand of sports entertainment to the FedEx Forum featuring a main event lightweight title fight between B.J. Penn and Diego [...]

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