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Andre “Dida” Amade Announces Return To MMA

CURITIBA, Brazil, March 18, 2014 — After a four year absence from active competition, world famous trainer and fighter Andre “Dida” Amade, in conjunction with Champions Fighter Management in Canada, announces his return to the ring. Dida is perhaps best known for his tenure as a Mixed Martial Artist in …

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Nick Diaz Ready To Fight Again, Wants Johny Hendricks

Nick Diaz was on hand this past weekend for UFC 171 and began making his case for a title shot against new UFC Welterweight Champion Johny Hendricks. Diaz talked to Sportnet’s Showdown Joe Ferraro on Saturday night: “I’m ready to fight,” Diaz told Showdown Joe Ferraro following UFC 171 Saturday …

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UFC 171: Hendricks Vs. Lawler Quick Match Results

The UFC is live in Dallas, TX as UFC 171 takes place from the American Airlines Center and features a main event that will see a new welterweight champion crowned. We have results below so check back throughout the evening for updates: Main Card (Live on PPV, 10 PM) -Johny …

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NSAC Bans Testosterone Replacement Therapy Exemptions

MMA fighters using testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) took a major blow today as the Nevada State Athletic Commission voted unanimously to ban it’s use in Nevada, the state in which most major UFC fights take place. This means no therapeutic use exemptions will be given out to any fighter, under …

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Junior Dos Santos Aiming For Another Title Fight

Despite losing twice to current UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez, that hasn’t caused Junior Dos Santos to lose hope in getting another shot at the title he once held. The former champion spoke to Tatame.com this week and explained how he hopes to secure another shot at Velasquez: “I think …

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Gilbert Melendez Never Wanted To Leave The UFC

Top ranked lightweight contender Gilbert Melendez has a new UFC deal in place that will, amongst other things include a TUF coaching gig alongside Anthony Pettis. Melendez spoke about the new deal this week and explained why it was tough to hold out but how excited he was for the …

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Details Emerge On Gilbert Melendez Signing, TUF Coaching Job

Las Vegas, Nev. – The Ultimate Fighting Championship® announced tonight that No. 2 ranked lightweight contender Gilbert Melendezhas agreed to a new contract with the organization. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Melendez will now coach against UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis on season 20 of The Ultimate Fighter®. …

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Bellator Signs Alexander Shlemenko To Multi-Year Deal

Newport Beach, Calif. (February 24, 2014) – When reigning Bellator Middleweight Champion Alexander Shlemenko steps into the cage on March 28th, the 29-year-old Russian finisher will not only be looking for his incredible 50th win, but will also be fighting with a new contract in hand as Bellator has announced …

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