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UFC on FX 8 results: 25 post-event facts about ‘Belfort vs. Rockhold'

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on May 19, 2013 9:00 PM EDT

Everyone enjoys good facts. Even more so, everyone enjoys 25 good facts. With UFC on FX 8 the rear-view mirror, Mike Bohn checks in with post-event facts about the "Belfort vs. Rockhold" event that took place May 18, 2013 in Santa Catarina, Brazil.

UFC on FX 8 results recap: Who is next for Vitor Belfort?

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on May 19, 2013 1:00 PM EDT

Vitor Belfort was victorious once against in his home country of Brazil by defeating Luke Rockhold the main event of UFC on FX 8 on Saturday (May 18, 2013). After a successful performance we ask; what's next for "The Phenom"?

UFC on FX 8 predictions, preview and analysis

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 17, 2013 1:02 PM EDT

UFC on FX 8 predictions: MMAmania.com resident psychic Nostradumbass predicts the outcomes for all four main card bouts on this Saturday night's (May 18, 2013) "Belfort vs. Rockhold" fight card, emanating from Arena Jaragua in Santa Catarina, Brazil.

UFC on FX 8 fight card: Vitor Belfort vs Luke Rockhold preview

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on May 16, 2013 7:04 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger has a complete preview of Saturday night's UFC on FX 8 main event between Luke Rockhold and Vitor Belfort. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.

UFC on FX 8: Luke Rockhold says people undergoing TRT are ‘lacking something,’ plans to prove it against Vitor Belfort

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 16, 2013 3:01 PM EDT

Despite Vitor Belfort having the green light for TRT, Luke Rockhold says only fighters who "lack something" undergo the controversial treatment. And the all-natural fighter plans to expose "The Phenom" and his weakness at UFC on FX 8 in Brazil.

Morning Report: Chris Weidman imitates Anderson Silva; Nick Diaz's War MMA targeting summer debut

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 16, 2013 8:07 AM EDT

Chris Weidman imitates Anderson Silva, Cat Zingano joins Black House, and Nick Diaz's new fight promotion, War MMA, targets its summer debut.

Nogueira brothers stopped Anderson Silva from retiring before 'The Spider' signed with UFC

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 15, 2013 5:01 PM EDT

Anderson Silva wanted to retire before signing with UFC because his "dream was lost." Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira wasn't having any of that, and helped "The Spider" find his love for MMA again, leading to an unmatched career inside the Octagon.

Fightweets: Chris Weidman on Belfort-Rockhold; Chael Sonnen's antics, and more

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on May 10, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

The hot fight between Vitor Belfort and Luke Rockhold has caught others' attention, including fellow middleweight contender Chris Weidman.

Cung Le has no timetable for UFC return, save for TUF coaching gig or 'ginormous' opportunity

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 9, 2013 4:09 PM EDT

Bad news for Cung Le fans. The former Strikeforce Middleweight Champion is currently filming his next movie role and has no timetable for a return -- unless UFC cooks up a coaching gig on The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) or similar "ginormous" opportunity.

MMA Roundtable: Fighters and media, Fight Master, Sonnen vs. Silva, and Rockhold

by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on May 8, 2013 2:30 PM EDT

Fighters' media responsibilities; Fight Master; Wanderlei Silva vs. Chael Sonnen and Luke Rockhold's prospects are all up for discussion this week.

Chael Sonnen: MMA career retrospective (Pt. 1)

by Cory Braiterman from MMAmania.com on May 6, 2013 10:35 PM EDT

With the latest championship loss of Chael Sonnen at UFC 159 at the destructive hands of Jon Jones all but a distant mixed martial arts (MMA) memory, we take a look back at the professional fight career of Chael P. Sonnen: Wrestler, fighter, talker.

Rich Franklin vs. Michael Bisping? 'Ace' says fans would be down for that 'exciting fight'

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 6, 2013 10:21 AM EDT

Former UFC Middleweight Champion Rich Franklin, who isn't ready to retire (yet) but also knows he's not chasing a division title, thinks mixed martial arts (MMA) fans would be down for an "exciting fight" against Michael Bisping.

Rich Franklin not ready to retire, looking at Michael Bisping for next fight

by Chris Hall from Bloody Elbow on May 5, 2013 9:00 PM EDT

6 months removed from his loss KO loss to Cung Le, Franklin is finally talking about what up next for his fight career. He's not ready to call it quits just yet and he's eyeing The Count for his return to the cage.

Morning Report: Chael Sonnen staying at 205, turns attention towards Wanderlei Silva

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 1, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

It didn't take long for Chael Sonnen to decide his fate. And true to form, it took even less time for "The American Gangster" to turn his sights towards his next target.

Chael Sonnen reflects on UFC 159 defeat to Jon Jones, claims he is 'not going anywhere'

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 30, 2013 10:54 PM EDT

Chael Sonnen retire? "American Gangster" cleared up the rumors, returning to his duties as host on Tuesday’s (April 30, 2013) edition of "UFC Tonight" on FUEL TV where he provided an update on his future following the loss to Jon Jones at UFC 159.

Bummed but not broken, Rich Franklin eying UFC return before end of year

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on Apr 30, 2013 3:08 PM EDT

Former UFC middleweight champion Rich Franklin acknowledges at 38 years of age his time in the sport is 'limited', but isn't actively thinking about retirement just yet despite losing via vicious KO to Cung Le in his last bout.

Morning Report: UFC exec Marc Ratner to request eye poke, grounded opponent rule changes at July ABC conference

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 30, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Following a controversy-plagued UFC 159, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Marc Ratner plans to request changes to a pair of troublesome rules.

Rich Franklin retired? 'Ace' targets next fight for end of 2013, focused on business venture now

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 29, 2013 11:00 PM EDT

Rich Franklin next UFC fight could happen at end of 2013, with "Ace" confirming that he isn't retiring from mixed martial arts (MMA) just yet, focusing instead on growing an organic juice business at the moment.

The MMA Hour with Tito Ortiz, Rich Franklin, Alexander Gustafsson, Bruce Buffer, Greg Jackson, Norman Parke, Mike Chiappetta

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Apr 29, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

Monday's episode features interviews with Tito Ortiz, Rich Franklin, Alexander Gustafsson, Bruce Buffer, Greg Jackson, Norman Parke and Mike Chiappetta. The show is live now.

UFC 159 results: The Chael Sonnen show is canceled while Jon Jones goes into reruns

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 28, 2013 1:24 AM EDT

UFC 159 results: Jon Jones defeated Chael Sonnen Saturday night in Newark, N.J., effectively silencing "The American Gangster" while preparing himself for a future that could be eerily reminiscent of his past. Here's why.

Nickname Ace	Birthdate 10/5/1974
Height / Weight 6'1" - 205	Place of Birth Cincinnati, Ohio

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