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Hector Lombard officially moving to welterweight, wants to fight Nate Marquardt

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 19, 2013 3:00 PM EDT

Former Bellator middleweight champion Hector Lombard has a had a rough go at 185 so far in the UFC, so he's going to drop to 170. And he'd like to fight Nate Marquardt first.

Hector Lombard decides to drop down to welterweight, wants to fight Nate Marquardt next

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Jun 19, 2013 12:01 PM EDT

The former Bellator middleweight champion confirmed to FUEL TV's "UFC Tonight" on Tuesday that his next fight will take place at 170 pounds.

'Ultimate Fighter' alums Ben Alloway and Zak Cummings added to UFC on FOX Sports 1 2

by David St. Martin from Bloody Elbow on Jun 19, 2013 11:00 AM EDT

'Ultimate Fighter' alums Ben Alloway and Zak Cummings join UFC on Fox Sports 1: Condit vs. Kampmann 2

'Fight Master' Episode 1 results recap for Bellator MMA reality show debut on Spike TV

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jun 19, 2013 10:54 AM EDT

Fight Master will air tonight (Weds., June 19, 2013) at 10 p.m. ET immediately following the conclusion of the Bellator 96 mixed martial arts (MMA) event on Spike TV. Get full results and recap in our live discussion thread right here

Georges St-Pierre vs. Johny Hendricks slated for Nov. 16 in Las Vegas

by Ariel Helwani from MMA Fighting on Jun 19, 2013 9:31 AM EDT

The UFC's 20th anniversary show will feature at least one title fight.

Hector Lombard welterweight cut 'official,' calls out Nate Marquardt for divisional debut

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM EDT

Hector Lombard, who has gone 1-2 in his UFC career thus far, hopes to find new-found success by changing weight classes with a cut to 170 pounds later this year. "Lightning" reportedly hopes to take on Nate Marquardt in his divisional debut.

Georges St. Pierre set to defend his UFC welterweight title against Johny Hendricks on November 16 in Las Vegas, NV

by Chris Hall from Bloody Elbow on Jun 18, 2013 11:22 PM EDT

The UFC has announced their plans for the next Welterweight title fight. After a long wait, Hendricks will finally get his big opportunity in November in the UFC's hometown.

Georges St. Pierre vs Johny Hendricks UFC title fight date set for Nov. 16 in Las Vegas

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Jun 18, 2013 10:29 PM EDT

Georges St. Pierre vs. Johny Hendricks: UFC Welterweight champion will attempt to defend his 170-pound title for a ninth time against No. 1 contender at an unnamed UFC pay-per-view (PPV) event on Nov. 16, 2013, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Nick Diaz seeks to implement Japanese mixed martial arts rules for WAR MMA promotion

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jun 18, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

Nick Diaz has been keeping busy ahead of WAR MMA’s debut event this weekend (June 22, 2013) in Stockton, California. And attempting to change up and implement some new rules is priority number one. Jump inside for all of the details.

UFC 163: Aldo vs. Jung fight card set with five main card bouts

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 18, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

Take a look at the current UFC 163 fight card, including the new main event.

Strikeforce vs. UFC: SF fighters not faring well over the last four events

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 18, 2013 2:00 PM EDT

Last month, Tim B. offered up a look at how Strikeforce fighters have been doing in the UFC since their promotion was closed. This update shows that some of them aren't having much luck lately.

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!

Morning Report: Kenny Florian says he used to protest Steve Mazzagatti refereeing his fights

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jun 18, 2013 3:34 AM EDT

Kenny Florian says he used to protest Steve Mazzagatti refereeing his fights, while the UFC's August 17th event in Boston could reportedly be in jeopardy due to government red tape.

Josh Burkman: Jon Fitch probably 'unintentionally' underestimated me, didn't 'understand how much I have improved'

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jun 17, 2013 11:15 PM EDT

Days after Josh Burkman choked out Jon Fitch in under a minute at WSOF 3, "The People’s Warrior" says the former No. 1 Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight contender unintentionally underestimated him. Do you think that was the case?

UFC veteran Mike Swick making the move back to middleweight

by Zane Simon from Bloody Elbow on Jun 17, 2013 9:00 PM EDT

After years spent battling and esophageal spasm Mike Swick is returning to the division where he began his career.

Tweets of the day: Jake Ellenberger and Rory MacDonald trade barbs

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jun 17, 2013 7:45 PM EDT

UFC on Fox 8 opponents Jake Ellenberger and Rory MacDonald are engaging in a little trash talk on twitter.

UFC on Fox 8: Johnson vs. Moraga fight card

by Mookie Alexander from Bloody Elbow on Jun 17, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

A look at UFC on Fox 8, scheduled for July 27th at KeyArena in Seattle, Washington.

Bellator 96 preview and predictions for 'Lawal vs Petruzelli' in Thackerville

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jun 17, 2013 7:00 PM EDT

MMAmania's Brian Hemminger offers a complete preview and prediction for Wednesday night's Bellator 96 main card featuring the light heavyweight and heavyweight Summer Series tournament semifinals.

Pascal Krauss vs. Hyun Gyu Lim reportedly targeted for UFC 164

by Mookie Alexander from Bloody Elbow on Jun 17, 2013 5:00 PM EDT

German welterweight and Roufusport member Pascal Krauss is reportedly set to face Hyun Gyu Lim at UFC 164 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

WSOF 3 payouts and salaries: Josh Burkman earns $32,000 for strangling Jon Fitch ($30,000)

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jun 17, 2013 4:37 PM EDT

Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) today released fighter payouts and salaries for those who competed at World Series of Fighting (WSOF) 3: "Fitch vs. Burkman" last Friday night (June 14, 2013) at the Hard Rock in Las Vegas. Full list, inside.

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