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Best UFC and Bellator photos of 2018: Seven bloody November events in four countries

BAD MMA News — Wed, 02 Jan 2019 18:47:41 +0000

Another year of big fights nearly is in the books, so it’s time to take a look back at the best of the best. With 2018 drawing to a close, we’re reliving some of the best moments of the year through the lenses of some of the sport’s best photographers. In the video and photo gallery above, check out best photos from the UFC and Bellator in November 2018.

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Daily Debate results: Who had the biggest breakout performance of this past weekend?

BAD MMA News — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:27:41 +0000

This past weekend didn’t feature a major MMA event, but there certainly was plenty of action around the globe. The UFC, Bellator, ONE Championship, Cage Warriors, Invicta FC and LFA all held events over the span of a few days, giving plenty of opportunities for fighters to make a name for themselves with an impressive performance. But who delivered the goods

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USA TODAY Sports/MMAjunkie MMA rankings, Nov. 20: Who made big moves after UFC Argentina, Bellator 209?

BAD MMA News — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 01:57:48 +0000

There was plenty of MMA action this past weekend, and that means a few solid moves in the rankings this week. In the UFC Fight Night 141 main event, Santiago Ponzinibbio (27-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) thrilled his home-country fans in Argentina with a knockout of Neil Magny (21-7 MMA, 14-6 UFC) at welterweight. In the co-main event, former featherweight title challenger Ricardo Lamas (19-7 MMA, 10-5 UFC) picked up a big win over the gritty and tough-to-finish Darren Elkins (24-7 MMA, 14-6 UFC). Plus, Johnny Walker (15-3 MMA, 1-0 UFC) made a quick impression at light heavyweight with a stoppage of Khalil Rountree (7-3 MMA, 3-3 UFC)

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MMA highs and lows of the week: UFC Argentina, Bellator 209 and more

BAD MMA News — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 22:35:56 +0000

Gallery Johnny Walker def. Khalil Rountree at UFC Fight Night 140: Best photos view 9 images MMAjunkie Radio hosts “Gorgeous” George, “Goze” and Dan Tom return for our weekly feature to spotlight the good and bad from the previous week in MMA. Their highs include: Johnny Walker ’s big win over Khalil Rountree at UFC Fight Night 141. The UFC’s break into Argentina, and local Santiago Ponzinibbio winning the headliner

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Emmanuel Sanchez calls for Patricio ‘Pitbull’ title rematch after Bellator 209

BAD MMA News — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 15:33:28 +0000

Emmanuel Sanchez wants another opportunity to dethrone Patricio Freire of the Bellator featherweight championship after a competitive first meeting at Bellator 209. Sanchez (17-4 MMA, 9-3 BMMA) fell short of the title this past week when he lost a unanimous decision to Freire (28-4 MMA, 16-4 BMMA) in the Bellator 209 headliner, which took place at Menora Mivtachim Arena in Tel Aviv, Israel. Related Bellator 209 post-event facts: Patricio 'Pitbull' sets new all-time wins mark and more Bellator 209 video highlights with more history for Patricio Freire in Israel Although he came out on the losing end, Sanchez gave “Pitbull” a handful for 25 minutes and took multiple rounds on the scorecards. Now, Sanchez wants the opportunity to run it back (via Twitter ): I want a rematch.

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Bellator 209 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media

BAD MMA News — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 21:56:38 +0000

Since the early days when the sport was anything but a mainstream endeavor, the MMA industry has thrived and survived through various websites, forums and, perhaps most importantly, social-media platforms. Fighters interact with fans, each other and many more through the likes of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, which helps outsiders get a deeper look into the minds of the athletes. Following Thursday’s Bellator 209 event in Tel Aviv, Israel, several of the winning and losing fighters, along with their coaches, training partners or family members, took to social media to react to the event or share a message with supporters. Check out some of those reactions. * * * * The defeated I want a rematch

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Bellator 209 post-event facts: Patricio ‘Pitbull’ sets new all-time wins mark and more

BAD MMA News — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 18:46:30 +0000

Bellator made its third stop in Israel on Thursday with Bellator 209, which aired on Paramount and streamed on DAZN via tape-delay from Menora Mivtachim Arena in Tel Aviv. Arguably the greatest fighter in Bellator history, Patricio Freire (28-4 MMA, 16-4 BMMA) added another successful performance to his resume when he defended his featherweight championship for a second time in a matchup with Emmanuel Sanchez (17-4 MMA, 9-3 BMMA), who had his winning streak snapped by “Pitbull.” Related Patricio 'Pitbull' praises Emmanuel Sanchez's toughness after record win at Bellator 209 Bellator 209 results: Patricio 'Pitbull' bloodies Emmanuel Sanchez to defend title, set records The Brazilian put himself in the top spot of some of the most crucial categories in the Bellator record book. To see what Freire and others accomplished at Bellator 209, check below for 15 post-event facts.

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Bellator 209 video highlights with more history for Patricio Freire in Israel

BAD MMA News — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 17:35:53 +0000

Did you miss Bellator’s return to Israel this past week, or just want to relive the big moments? Take a look back at Bellator 206=9’s biggest highlights in the video above, including Patricio Freire’s defense of the featherweight title against challenger Emmanuel Sanchez. Plus, former light heavyweight champ Phil Davis had his immediate hopes to get back to a title shot derailed by Vadim Nemkov. And Ryan Couture won his rematch with Haim Gozali

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Fight Tracks: The walkout songs of Bellator 209

BAD MMA News — Sat, 17 Nov 2018 14:51:26 +0000

While it takes intense training, world-class skills and maybe even a bit of luck to register a Bellator win, picking the right song to accompany you to the cage is a key talent, as well. See what the main-card fighters of Thursday’s Bellator 209 in Tel Aviv, Israel, went with as their backing tracks. * * * * Patricio Freire def.

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Patricio Freire, Emmanuel Sanchez pose backstage after Bellator 209 title fight

BAD MMA News — Sat, 17 Nov 2018 14:51:25 +0000

Bellator featherweight champion Patricio Freire was pushed for five rounds by challenger Emmanuel Sanchez at Bellator 209, but ultimately he left the cage with his title. Freire (28-4 MMA, 16-4 BMMA) beat Sanchez (17-4 MMA, 9-3 BMMA) by unanimous decision in Thursday’s headlining bout, which aired via tape-delay on Paramount and DAZN from Menora Mivtachim Arena in Tel Aviv, Israel. The win gave “Pitbull” two consecutive defenses in his current reign.

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