WSOF News and Fight Results

UFC veterans John Cholish and Jacob Volkmann speak out against low fighter pay

by Nate Wilcox from Bloody Elbow on May 23, 2013 12:00 PM EDT

UFC Lightweight John Cholish is claiming on twitter that he still hasn't been paid for fighting Gleison Tibau at UFC on FX 8 despite assurances that the money would be wired to him on Monday.

MMAmania's Verbal Submission podcast: Ray Sefo and more

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on May 22, 2013 9:45 PM EDT

Tune in to MMAmania's Verbal Submission podcast tonight at 10 p.m. ET as host Brian Hemminger speaks with World Series of Fighting promoter Ray Sefo. We'll also be taking your questions and phone calls!

Former UFC fighter sustains life-changing penis injury, sues passion-prolonger gel maker Kama Sutra Co.

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 22, 2013 6:00 PM EDT

Former UFC fighter Waylon Lowe is suing Kama Sutra Co. in Philadelphia Common Pleas Court for more than $50,000 in damages after its Pleasure Balm Prolonging Gel allegedly left his penis permanently disfigured and dysfunctional.

Former UFC fighter Waylon Lowe sues sex shop after penis gel 'permanently disfigures' his genitals

by Mookie Alexander from Bloody Elbow on May 22, 2013 5:15 PM EDT

World Series of Fighting lightweight Waylon Lowe is suing a Philadelphia sex shop after a product he purchased caused significant damage to his genitals. WARNING: Graphic descriptions.

'Bitter' Jacob Volkmann wants to 'expose' UFC and its 'horrible' healthcare plan

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 22, 2013 10:58 AM EDT

Jacob Volkmann says UFC does not treat most of its fighters very well and has a "horrible" healthcare plan. In addition, his salary was barely enough to keep him above "poverty." Let's hope things work out a little better in World Series of Fighting!

Signal to Noise: UFC on FX 8's best and worst

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on May 20, 2013 4:00 PM EDT

There was much to love about UFC on FX 8 on Saturday evening, but there was plenty to dislike as well. It's time to separate the signal from the noise.

Nate Diaz suspended for calling Bryan Caraway a 'fag,' could be fined and/or cut after investigation

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on May 16, 2013 9:46 PM EDT

Nate Diaz suspended for calling Bryan Caraway "the biggest fag in the world" on Twitter for accepting UFC 159 bonus that was intended for Pat Healy. UFC President Dana White also weighed in, saying former No. 1 Lightweight contender could be cut.

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.

World Series of Fighting announces middleweight tournament, winner crowned organization's first champion

by Mookie Alexander from Bloody Elbow on May 15, 2013 8:50 PM EDT

World Series of Fighting has announced a four man tournament, with the winner crowned the first ever WSOF 185 lbs champion.

Morning Report: Wanderlei Silva wants to suck and smell Chael Sonnen's blood

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 15, 2013 9:34 AM EDT

Wanderlei Silva finally responded to Chael Sonnen. And believe me, folks, this was a good one.

WSOF schedules four-man middleweight tournament to crown first 185-pound champion

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on May 14, 2013 2:35 PM EDT

World Series of Fighting will crown its first middleweight champion later this year following a four-man tournament.

Ali Abdel-Aziz, the man making big waves for World Series of Fighting

by Steph Daniels from Bloody Elbow on May 13, 2013 9:00 PM EDT

An exclusive interview with WSOF matchmaker and decision maker, Ali Abdel-Aziz, who discusses matchmaking, goals, keys to a successful future, and dealing with the 'UFC Reject' stigma.

Bjorn Rebney fires back at Eddie Alvarez, calls fighter's statements 'completely false'

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on May 10, 2013 10:17 PM EDT

The CEO of mixed martial arts' second-most important organization fired back at claims made by former Bellator lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez that Bellator changed his contractual language and are using him as a pawn in a war with the UFC.

Leonard Garcia headed to Team Alpha Male after UFC release, considering WSOF Offer

by George Halvatzis Jr. from MMAmania.com on May 10, 2013 4:00 PM EDT

After being cut from the premiere MMA organization in the world, Leonard Garcia is looking for a change, and has decided to make a move to Team Alpha Male. With top-notch wrestlers and a great head coach, Garcia hopes for a speedy UFC return.

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.

Leonard Garcia joining Team Alpha Male, considering offer from WSOF but likely not Bellator

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 9, 2013 4:53 PM EDT

Leonard Garcia discusses his UFC release, why he's leaving Greg Jackson's, and why he's considering fighting for WSOF but not Bellator.

Latest UFC roster cuts: Antonio Carvalho and Pablo Garza join ever-growing list of released talent

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on May 7, 2013 12:54 PM EDT

Latest UFC roster cuts continue to unload fighters from the mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion's bloated roster, this time singling out featherweight up-and-comers Antonio Carvalho and Pablo Garza. Fair or foul?

Tyrone Spong confirmed for eight-man tournament at GLORY 9: New York

by David St. Martin from Bloody Elbow on May 7, 2013 11:30 AM EDT

Tyrone Spong is slated to compete in GLORY's one-night, eight-man light-heavyweight tournament on Jun. 22.

Tyrone Spong to compete in GLORY 9 light heavyweight tournament in New York City

by Luke Thomas from MMA Fighting on May 7, 2013 10:35 AM EDT

Tyrone 'King of the Ring' Spong is set to compete as part of a one-night, single-elimination light heavyweight tournament at GLORY 9 in June in New York City.

Morning Report: Rousimar Palhares considering drop to welterweight

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on May 6, 2013 8:00 AM EDT

UFC middleweight Rousimar Palhares is currently serving a nine-month suspension. But when he returns, "Toquinho" may come back to a brand new division.

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