Cain Velasquez Fight News

Morning Report: Anderson Silva says Chris Weidman 'needs work' with his striking

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jun 19, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

With a decorated grappling background, plus youth and athleticism on his side, Chris Weidman is said to have all the tools to dethrone Anderson Silva. But the champion... well, let's just say he isn't worried.

Cain Velasquez opens as favorite over Junior dos Santos for October bout

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 18, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez is the early betting favorite for his third bout with former champ Junior dos Santos in October.

Official UFC rankings updated following UFC 161 'Evans vs Henderson' event

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jun 18, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

UFC.com has updated its "official" consensus rankings following this past Saturday's UFC 161 event (now with two contributions from MMAmania.com). Check out the big movers and shakers inside and let the debate begin!

Fortunes changed for six at UFC 161

by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Jun 16, 2013 6:00 PM EDT

Every major UFC fight has significant repercussions to the careers of the participants, but the stakes were higher than usual for the top names at UFC 161, due to the stage of their respective careers.

Free agent Roy Nelson, UFC both open to return to company

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Jun 16, 2013 2:13 AM EDT

Roy "Big Country" Nelson and the UFC have had an at-time contentious relationship, but both are open to the free agent's return.

Fightweets: Why UFC made right call not punishing Josh Thomson for comments

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Jun 14, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

Remember the old adage that one can disagree with someone's opinion, but will defend their right to say it? That should be applied to Josh Thomson after his curious comments this week.

UFC 161: Roy Nelson could earn Fabricio Werdum rematch with Winnipeg win over Stipe Miocic

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jun 14, 2013 11:24 AM EDT

UFC President Dana White announced during a recent media scrum that a rematch between Fabricio Werdum and Roy Nelson could be next if "Big Country" gets through Stipe Miocic at UFC 161 this weekend (June 15, 2013) in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

Morning Report: Dana White says TUF 18's Rousey-Tate rivalry is 'pure f--king mayhem everyday'

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jun 14, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

We're a few weeks into filming TUF 18's Rousey-Tate blood feud, so how's it going? Well according to Dana White, it's "pure f--king mayhem everyday."

Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos 3 trilogy fight announced for UFC 166 in October

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Jun 13, 2013 5:00 PM EDT

UFC President Dana White has confirmed that Cain Velasquez will put his title on the line this October when he faces Junior dos Santos for a third time at UFC 166 in Houston, Texas.

Dana White: Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos 3 'probably' set for Houston in October

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jun 13, 2013 4:17 PM EDT

UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez and No. 1 contender Junior dos Santos will likely settle their score this October in Houston, TX.

White: Cain Velasquez vs. Junior dos Santos 3 will be in Houston in October

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 13, 2013 3:41 PM EDT

According to the UFC president, the UFC heavyweight title will be up for grabs in October in Houston, TX.

Morning Report: Josh Thomson says the legalization of gay marriage 'opens a gateway' to pedophilia, incest

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jun 13, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Josh Thomson has never been shy about voicing his opinion, but his latest social media rant may find him in some hot water with the UFC.

The Forward Roll: UFC on FUEL 10 edition

by Mike Chiappetta from MMA Fighting on Jun 11, 2013 2:00 PM EDT

Mike Chiappetta takes a look at what might be next for some of the key participants of last Saturday night's event.

Littlefoot? Antonio Silva trying to get medically cleared for UFC fight against Thiago Silva at light heavyweight

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jun 11, 2013 9:35 AM EDT

UFC heavyweight contender Antonio Silva really wants a piece of former friend and training partner Thiago Silva, winner by way of knockout at UFC on FUEL TV 10, even if it means dropping the necessary weight to make the 205-pound limit.

UFC 161 preview: 25 facts about ‘Evans vs. Henderson' in Winnipeg on June 15

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Jun 10, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

With UFC 161 just around the corner, Mike Bohn hits fight fans with 25 facts related to Saturday's (June 15, 2013) event on pay-per-view (PPV) at the MTS Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

Round 5 announces exclusive figures for UFC Fan Expo 2013

by Matthew Kaplowitz from Bloody Elbow on Jun 10, 2013 3:00 PM EDT

The UFC Fan Expo in Las Vegas will feature five exclusive limited-edition figures of some big moments in MMA history.

Fabricio Werdum wants a title shot but will take another Ultimate Fighter coaching gig if offered

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on Jun 10, 2013 11:19 AM EDT

UFC Heavyweight Fabricio Werdum wants a title shot after submitting Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC on Fuel 10 but he's also hoping to coach a spanish-language season of The Ultimate Fighter opposite Cain Velasquez aimed at the Mexican TV market.

Morning Report: Results, recaps and video from a hectic fight weekend

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jun 10, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

From Anderson Silva's golden pipes to all of the notable fight videos you could ask for, there's plenty to see after such a jam-packed MMA weekend.

UFC on Fuel 10 results: Fights to make for the main card guys

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 9, 2013 5:30 PM EDT

UFC on Fuel 10 didn't exactly shake up any weight classes, but some of the winners are moving up to bigger and better things. Tim B. takes a look at who these guys should be facing next.

UFC on FUEL TV 10 results recap: Who is next for Fabricio Werdum?

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Jun 9, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

Fabricio Werdum avenged a 2006 defeat to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the main event of UFC on FUEL TV 10 on Saturday (June 8, 2013). After another remarkable win, we ask; what's next for "Vai Cavalo"?

Nickname --	Birthdate 7/28/1982
Height / Weight 6'1" - 243	Place of Birth Salinas, California, United States

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