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Cormier wants a fight that advances his career
(bloodyelbow.com) Daniel Cormier isn't sure if he'll move to light heavyweight or remain with the big boys following his win over Frank Mir at UFC on Fox 7. Cormier says that his decision will be based on whichever division offers him a fight that advances his career.
Jon Jones tells ESPN he had heard through the grapevine that Chael Sonnen has 'secretly done steroids throughout his career'
(bloodyelbow.com) Jon Jones tells Dan LeBatard why he apologized for accusing Chael Sonnen of being a steroid user, but then expands on his statement by saying that he'd heard from others that Sonnen abused steroids throughout his career.
Champ Johnson vs. Moraga headlines UFC on FOX 8; Carmouche vs. Tate added
(mmajunkie.com) UFC on FOX 8 finally has a headliner, as UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson (17-2-1 MMA, 5-1-1 UFC) meets challenger John Moraga (12-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC).
Additionally, a women's bout between Liz Carmouche (8-3 MMA, 0-1 UFC) and Miesha Tate (13-4 MMA, 0-1 UFC) has also been added to the event and will take place on the evening's main card.
The additions were first reported by FOXSports.com and later confirmed by UFC officials.
UFC on FOX 8 takes place July 27 at Seattle's KeyArena. The evening's main card airs on FOX.
Frank Trevino signs three-fight deal with Legacy FC, expected to debut in May
(mmajunkie.com) Undefeated prospect Frank Trevino (10-0) has signed a three-fight deal with the Texas-based Legacy Fighting Championships and is expected to debut for the promotion next month.
MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) today confirmed the deal with Trevino's manager, Wade Hampel.
"It's exciting to know I'll soon be fighting for such a respected promotion," Trevino said. "I can't wait to prove to everyone that I belong at this level, and I plan on staying true to my goal of representing Mexican people in the sport of MMA."
Trevino is expected to debut at "Legacy FC 20: Assuncao vs. Pecero" against an opponent yet to be named. Legacy FC 20 takes place May 31 at American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Win or lose at UFC 159, Chael Sonnen would prefer to stay at light heavyweight
(mmajunkie.com) At this weekend's UFC 159 event, Chael Sonnen (27-12-1 MMA, 6-5 UFC) returns to the UFC's light heavyweight division for the first time since 2005. If all goes according to plan, it will be his home for the rest of his professional career.
"I don't want to cut back to 185," Sonnen said during a Wednesday appearance on "The Opie & Anthony Show."
Sonnen meets UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones (17-1 MMA, 11-1 UFC) in the main event of Saturday's UFC 159 event, which takes place at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
Norman Parke vs. Kazuki Tokudome added to UFC 162 in Las Vegas
(mmajunkie.com) A lightweight matchup between Northern Irish fighter Norman Parke (17-2 MMA, 1-0 UFC) and Japanese import Kazuki Tokudome (12-3-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) is the latest addition to UFC 162.
UFC officials today announced the new booking.
With the addition to the card, UFC 162 now includes:
Anderson Silva vs. Chris Weidman - for middleweight title
Chan Sung Jung vs. Ricardo Lamas
Tim Boetsch vs. Mark Munoz
Frankie Edgar vs. Charles Oliveira
Dennis Siver vs. Cub Swanson
Roger Gracie vs. Tim Kennedy
Andrew Craig vs. Chris Leben
Seth Baczynski vs. Brian Melancon
Shane Del Rosario vs. Dave Herman
Edson Barboza vs. John Makdessi
Norman Parke vs. Kazuki Tokudome
David Mitchell vs. Mike Pierce*
Exclusive Interview: Going old school: Enson Inoue
(mmamental.com) MMA Mental go old school chatting with a true MMA veteran, Enson Inoue fought in the UFC and Pride FC and was know for his heart and his never say die attitude. He talks to us about his career including a famous win over Randy Couture, he also tells us about discovering one of the greatest Japanese talents in the young history of the sport, The Kid.
UFC's T.J. Dillashaw wants short rest, open to fight with 'name' Brad Pickett
(mmajunkie.com) Following a weekend win at UFC on FOX 7, T.J. Dillashaw is looking at the bantamweight division's rankings and hoping to fight one of the names listed above him.
Dillashaw (8-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) picked up an impressive first-round TKO win over Hugo Viana (7-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) at this past Saturday's event. It marked his fourth consecutive win, and in the latest USA TODAY Sports/MMAjunkie.com MMA bantamweight rankings, he moved from No. 14 to No. 13.
Dillashaw believes Viana was an underrated opponent.
"He doesn't have a huge name behind him, but he's a very tough fighter, and people are going to start to realize that," Dillashaw told MMAjunkie.com Radio (www.mmajunkie.com/radio).
He hopes that's not the case with his next opponent. Dillashaw believes he deserves a Top 10 opponent, and preferably it'll come against someone with an already-established name.
He mentioned No. 6-ranked Brad Pickett and fast-rising prospect Erik Perez as possibilities. Pickett, especially, would give Dillashaw a big name on his resume, which he knows is crucial when it comes to earning title shots.
Manager: Gegard Mousasi considering drop to 185, wants top 5 opponent
(bloodyelbow.com) Only a few short weeks after his UFC debut, Mousasi is already thinking about what he wants to do next with the promotion. His manager told UFC Tonight that he'd be open to a move to Middleweight if he got a top opponent.
'The Ultimate Fighter: Canada vs. Australia' reportedly in the works
(mmajunkie.com) After splitting a pair of tournaments with the U.K. on "The Ultimate Fighter: The Smashes," it appears Australia will next tangle with Canada on an upcoming international edition of the UFC's long-running reality series.
According to a report on FUEL TV's "UFC Tonight," "TUF: Team Canada vs. Team Australia" is expected later this year.
Few details were confirmed, though tryouts are expected to take place in the next few months.
Recent UFC fighter Pat Schilling, 24, announces MMA retirement
(mmajunkie.com) Recent UFC competitor "Thrilling" Pat Schilling today announced his MMA retirement at the rather youthful age of 24.
Schilling (5-2 MMA, 0-2 UFC) today made the announcement via social media.
Schilling said his ultimate goal in the sport was to get the UFC. He accomplished the feat just two years after his January 2010 pro debut, though he ultimately suffered a submission defeat to Daniel Pineda (in a late-notice fight) and a decision loss to Max Holloway upon his arrival in the world's biggest fight promotion.
Miesha Tate vs. Liz Carmouche for UFC on FOX 8? Depends on doctor's clearance
(mmafighting.com) A high-stakes women's bantamweight bout is in the making for UFC on FOX 8 on July 27 -- provided one of the potential participants gets a doctor's note first.
Miesha Tate and Liz Carmouche are in talks to meet at Seattle's Key Arena. But the bout will be on the condition Tate, who is under a medical suspension, is cleared to compete by a doctor. MMAFighting.com's Ariel Helwani reported the news on Tuesday's edition of Fuel TV's UFC tonight...
UFC champ Georges St-Pierre: Lightweight move likely easier than middleweight
(mmajunkie.com) For years, UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre has teased the idea of moving up to 185 pounds. While he's not ruling out such a change, he believes a cut to lightweight would be much easier.
"I don't do much cutting," St-Pierre said on Tuesday's new edition of "The Joe Rogan Experience." "It would be easier for me to go fight at 155 than fighting at 185. I would be more at my weight naturally at 155.
"There's guys at 155 that walk around at 190 like me. They think I'm big because I have a large frame, but I'm not a big guy. I'm not thick."
Michael Chiesa vs. Reza Madadi added to UFC on FOX 8 in Seattle
(mmajunkie.com) Another lightweight fight has been added to July's UFC on FOX 8 event, as Michael Chiesa (9-0 MMA, 2-0 UFC) meets Reza Madadi (13-3 MMA, 2-1 UFC).
FOXSports.com first reported the booking, and UFC officials later confirmed the matchup.
UFC on FOX 8 takes place July 27 at Seattle's KeyArena. The night's headlining bout has yet to be announced.
With the addition of the bout, UFC on FOX 8 now includes:
Jake Ellenberger vs. Rory MacDonald
Robbie Lawler vs. Tarec Saffiedine
Mac Danzig vs. Melvin Guillard
Danny Castillo vs. Bobby Green
Julie Kedzie vs. Germaine de Randamie
Michael Chiesa vs. Reza Madadi
Yves Edwards vs. Spencer Fisher
TUF 17 Interview: Zak Cummings tells us why he didn't get the wild card slot
(mmamental.com) Zak gives us all the inside info from the TUF 17 house, he also tells us the reason Chael didn't give him the wild card slot.
Benson Henderson Addresses The Fans On Finishing Rate
(mmamental.com) I know I’m not the best (yet, ;-D), I was never the fastest, or strongest, or most athletic, or most technical or anything like that. Go ahead and ask any of my high school or college wrestling coaches. I was never picked 1st in dodgeball or basketball or soccer or football games growing up but one thing I always had was the will power and determination to NEVER give up, to not be afraid to open up my heart and give all of myself, to not hold anything back for the swim back to shore.
UFC 159's Chael Sonnen: Jon Jones could beat up Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali
(mmajunkie.com) In recent years, Chael Sonnen has proven himself as a master of self-promotion. So why is it that in advance of his UFC 159 clash with Jon Jones, he seems more interesting in hyping his opponent than himself?
Michael Bisping ramps up fight with Alan Belcher ahead of UFC 159
(mmajunkie.com) With all kinds of focus on the UFC 159 main event between Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen, Michael Bisping steered attention toward the co-feature in a big way.
Yves Edwards vs. Spencer Fisher added to July's UFC on FOX 8 event
(mmajunkie.com) A lightweight matchup between two of the more experienced 155-pounders in the UFC is set for July's UFC on FOX 8 event as Yves Edwards meets Spencer Fisher.
Mauricio Rua cuts ties with André Dida; Cezer Ferreira joins Blackzilians
(bloodyelbow.com) Two notable Brazilian fighters have announced changes to their training camps for their upcoming fights.
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