Vitor Belfort made his middleweight debut at Affliction: "Banned" back in 2008, knocking out fellow UFC veteran Terry Martin and dumping him through the ropes in the process. It would also lead to a second chance inside the Octagon.
When Kimbo Slice fought Seth Petruzelli, fans thought it would be an easy win for the "Youtube Sensation". Instead, it led to the downward spiral of an entire company!
MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's UFC on Fuel TV 9 main card bout between heavyweights Matt Mitrione and Phil De Fries. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.
Before he was drafted to fight Wanderlei Silva at UFC on FUEL TV 8 next month in Japan, Brian Stann was wearing gold in the now-defunct WEC promotion. Here's how the "All American" got the job done in "Sin City."
When Ronda Rousey makes her UFC debut on Saturday night, it will be one of the most talked about first-time appearances for anyone in company history. But looking at other much-heralded debuts, it is hardly a guarantee of long-term success.
MMAmania's Brian Hemminger takes a closer look at Saturday night's UFC 156 main card bout between top heavyweights Alistair Overeem and Antonio Silva. What's the key to victory for both men? Find out inside.
Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney says he's only going to sign fighters which make sense for his business plan, which could be bad news for some big MMA names.
Cain Velasquez finally responds to the challenges of heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury, Michael Bisping claims Vitor Belfort has the "heart of a chicken," and Strikeforce begins its slow march to death on today's edition of the Morning Report.
King Mo may have a Bellator tournament in his immediate future, but he has a boxing clause in his contract and would like to fight Kimbo Slice eventually.
Several top fighters share the holiday season with best wishes and more with their fans. Also, MMA Fighting hopes everyone has a great and safe holiday season.
Dallas Winston entertains the notion of Mitrione's boxing and unparalleled athleticism being a trickier challenge for Nelson than most seem to believe.
You already knew Roy Nelson could fight, having captured the International Fight League (IFL) Heavyweight Championship. But was he UFC caliber? Former Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 10 finalist Brendan Schaub was about to find out ... the hard way.
Saturday night's Benson Henderson vs. Nate Diaz UFC lightweight title fight cracked the top ten among the most watched televised MMA fights in U.S. history.
MMAmania.com resident fight analyst Andrew Richardson breaks down the mixed martial arts (MMA) game of TUF 16 Finale headliner, Matt Mitrione, who stepped up to fight Roy Nelson this Saturday. We dig deep into the strengths, weaknesses of "Meathead."
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by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 17, 2013 9:10 AM EDT
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by Matthew Kaplowitz from Bloody Elbow on May 14, 2013 12:00 PM EDT
MMA Roundtable: Fighters and media, Fight Master, Sonnen vs. Silva, and Rockhold
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Fightweets: Why Miesha Tate vs. Liz Carmouche rocks
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by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Apr 3, 2013 9:00 PM EDT
History in the making: Brian Stann smashes Doug Marshall to win WEC Light Heavyweight Championship
by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Feb 24, 2013 10:00 PM EST
Ronda Rousey's debut one of the most anticipated in UFC history
by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Feb 23, 2013 10:00 AM EST
UFC 156 fight card: Alistair Overeem vs Antonio Silva preview
by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jan 30, 2013 7:04 PM EST
The MMA Roundtable: Nick Diaz returns, TUF revamp, middleweights, and Rick Hawn
by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Jan 24, 2013 11:00 AM EST
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by Dave Doyle from MMA Fighting on Jan 15, 2013 9:22 PM EST
Morning Report: Cain Velasquez responds to Tyson Fury; Michael Bisping says Belfort has the 'heart of a chicken'
by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jan 11, 2013 8:00 AM EST
King Mo Lawal has boxing clause in his contract, would like a fight with Kimbo Slice
by Brent Brookhouse from Bloody Elbow on Jan 10, 2013 6:19 PM EST
Slapstick Saturday presents: The Milwaukee Packers edition
by Jesse Holland from Cageside Seats on Jan 5, 2013 12:00 PM EST
Christmas in Tweets: Pro fighters react
by MMA Fighting Newswire from MMA Fighting on Dec 25, 2012 3:00 PM EST
The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale: Roy Nelson vs. Matt Mitrione Dissection
by Dallas Winston from Bloody Elbow on Dec 15, 2012 1:17 PM EST
History in the making: Roy Nelson wins The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 10 by knocking out Brendan Schaub
by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Dec 13, 2012 12:00 AM EST
Ratings Report: Benson Henderson vs. Nate Diaz is ninth-most watched MMA TV fight ever in U.S.
by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Dec 12, 2012 3:00 PM EST
UFC Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 16 Finale complete fighter breakdown, Matt 'Meathead' Mitrione edition
by Andrew Richardson from MMAmania.com on Dec 11, 2012 8:00 PM EST