Tag Archives: MMA
Video: UFC 181 Post-Fight Media Scrum Featuring CM Punk
MMA Fighting sent out the following: At UFC 181, former WWE star CM Punk discusses why he joined the UFC, comparisons to Brock Lesnar and Chael Sonnen, and much more.
WWE Star & UFC Champion Attend PWG Event
Former WWE RAW General Manager Brad Maddox and UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey were in attendance at last night’s Pro Wrestling Guerilla “Untitled” event at the American Legion Post #308 in Los Angeles, California. Rousey actually got physically involved in the show, where she slapped Biff Busick in the opening match of the evening.
Ken Shamrock Discusses Current WWE Product, Triple H, Vince McMahon & More
Busted Open Radio sent out the following: Ken Shamrock joined Doug Mortman and Dave Lagreca on SiriusXM’s Busted Open. You can hear Busted Open on Sports Zone; Sirius 92, XM 208 and on the app. Having every show being perfect: “If there was a WCW and if there was someone watching the ratings like when Continue Reading »
Video: Promotional Trailer Released For Upcoming Brock Lesnar DVD
SilverVision sent out the following: The night after WrestleMania XXVIII, Brock Lesnar made a shocking return to the ring and leveled John Cena with an F-5, sending a message that after eight years, the pain is back! In 2002 and 2003, The Next Big Thing brought it to the biggest and baddest competition in WWE, Continue Reading »
Batista Signs With CES MMA; First Fight Scheduled For October 6th
Former WWE and World Heavyweight Champion Batista will finally be stepping inside the octagon, making his debut with the CES MMA promotion, with a fight scheduled for October 6th, 2012 at the Dunkin Donuts Theater in Providence, Rhode Island, this according to a report from entertainment website TMZ.com. Batista who is 290lbs and would have Continue Reading »
Bobby Lashley’s Next MMA Fight Announced; Tito Ortiz Heading To WWE?
Former WWE and TNA Wrestling superstar Bobby Lashley’s next MMA fight has been announced for May 6th as Lashley, who is currently 7-1 in his MMA career will face off against James Thompson, who is 17-14 in his career for the Super Fight League at the IGI Stadium in New Delhi, India. The event will Continue Reading »
Video: Randy Couture Discusses Fighting Brock Lesnar & Ludwig Borga
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal of the Score Television Network recently caught up with MMA legend Randy “The Natural” Couture. In the interview, Randy reflects on his very first fight in the UFC vs former WWE superstar Ludwig Borga (Tony Halme) as well as former WWE champion Brock Lesnar.
Update On Oklahoma’s Combat Sports Ban; WWE Event To Be Canceled?
Oklahoma’s NewsChannel 4 KFOR has a video report on their official website discussing the State of Oklahoma’s ban on combat sports effective March 31st, 2012 and note that the October 1st edition of WWE Monday Night RAW, scheduled to take place at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, may end up being canceled as Continue Reading »
State Of Oklahoma To Ban MMA & Wrestling At The End Of March
In a letter sent to several MMA companies including UFC and StrikeForce and several professional wrestling companies including WWE and TNA Wrestling, The Oklahoma State Athletic Commissions noted that they will not be accepting appliciations for professional wrestling, mixed martial arts or boxing events to be held in the state after March 31st. The decision Continue Reading »
Video: Dana White Comments On Brock Lesnar’s UFC Retirement
The following video, courtesy of MMAJunkie, features UFC President, Dana White, commenting on Brock Lesnar’s UFC retirement following his loss to Alistair Overeem last night. White noted that he wasn’t surprised that Lesnar decided to walk away from the sport, however he had no idea that he was going to do it at UFC 141 Continue Reading »
Bobby Lashley Open To WWE Return
In an interview with SLAM! Wrestling, former WWE and TNA Wrestling superstar Bobby Lashley, now involved in the MMA world where he is the SHARK Fights Heavyweight Champion, noted that he is open to a return to the WWE, however criticized the company for allowing John Morrison to depart. Lashley noted that he has unfinished Continue Reading »
Spike TV President Discusses Relationship With TNA, Bellator, More
Spike TV President, Kevin Kay, is featured in a recent interview with Sherdog Radio, where he discusses the working relationship that the company has with TNA Wrestling, how Bellator and TNA might cross-promote events on the network and much more. Kay noted that the company worked really hard with TNA to help make choices about Continue Reading »
Bobby Lashley Available For Pro Wrestling Bookings
The following was sent out today: Bobby Lashley, former WWE superstar and current Shark Fights Heavyweight Champion, is now accepting independent wrestling bookings and appearances for December into February of the new year. If promoters are interested in bringing in Bobby Lashley, email LashleyBookings@yahoo.com. Lashley is also working on a new official website that should Continue Reading »
Former WWE Superstar Advances In MMA Training
Following his departure from the WWE earlier this year, which resulted in him pursuing an interest in the Mixed Martial Arts world, former WWE Superstar, Dave Batista, recently received a blue belt in jiu-jitsu, this according to a tweet from Diana Hart Smith, the mother of former WWE superstar, David Hart Smith. “Congratulations to Dave Continue Reading »
UFC Sues To Overturn New York Ban On MMA Events
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) sent out the following: Ultimate Fighting Championship Sues to Overturn New York Ban on Live Performance of Professional Mixed Martial Arts NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and a group of plaintiffs including fighters, fans, trainers and others involved with Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) announced today that they have Continue Reading »
Dan Severn Heading To Ring Of Honor
Ring Of Honor Wrestling sent out the following: Breaking News On Eddie Edwards! On the recent episode of “Ring of Honor Wrestling” where it was officially announced that Eddie Edwards would be challenging for the ROH World Title at “Final Battle 2011” on December 23rd in New York City, the former World Champion alluded to Continue Reading »
Bobby Lashley Becomes New Shark Fights Heavyweight Champion
Former WWE and TNA Wrestling superstar, Bobby Lashley (7-1) was victorious in his Shark Fights debut last night, after submitting Karl Knothe (20-6) in the first round of Shark Fights 21 in Lubbock, Texas to become the Shark Fights Heavyweight Champion. Lashley was originally expected to make his debut against Darrill Schoonover for the Heavyweight Continue Reading »
Press Release: Harry “DH” Smith On Live Audio Wrestling Interview Recap
John Pollock sent out the following: Live Audio Wrestling recently welcomed former WWE performer Harry Smith to the show to chat about a variety of topics. The full interview can be heard at http://fightnetwork.com/news/wrestling/harry-smith-interview-oct-2011/. Below are some highlights from the interview: How long he’s been training MMA and who he is working with: “I’ve had Continue Reading »