Eddie Alvarez living his Dream
Breaking onto the scene by way of Philadelphia, Eddie Alvarez just a short time ago was not much of a household name in the MMA world Click to read entire article
5 oz. Exclusive: Joachim Hansen to fight at HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 5
While an opponent has not been confirmed for Hansen, sources have also indicated that he is likely to face Kultar “Black Mamba” Gill Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: BJ Penn has MMA's best submissions
Voters could choose between Shinya Aoki, Fedor Emelianko, Demian Maia, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, BJ Penn and Ronaldo "Jacare" Souza Click to read entire article
IFL on hold, Champ Matyuchenko talks contract
Currently riding an eight-fight winning streak, Matyushenko, the IFL’s current 205-pound champion, is eager to continue his winning ways, even though the IFL has placed their operations on hold Click to read entire article
Satisfied as programming leader, HDNet Fights has no imminent plans for event
With recent agreements to carry live events for both Strikeforce and Adrenaline MMA, HDNet is making significant investments in the sport as a means of growing its audience Click to read entire article
MFC Cuts Ties to Fickett
In a stunning move Sunday, Maximum Fighting Championship president Mark Pavelich announced his promotion had terminated a two-fight contract it had agreed to with UFC veteran Drew Fickett Click to read entire article
Josh Thomson not counting out rematch with Gilbert Melendez
Still basking in the glory of his first major championship, Thomson didn't ruled out a rematch with his friend and former training partner Click to read entire article
Bobby Southworth: a win over "Babalu" could cement legacy
"As my career is maturing, I'm thinking more about the paydays" Click to read entire article
Strikeforce review: Thomson takes title
As the fight wore on it was clear that Melendez had been broken, looking rather tired Click to read entire article
Thomson Takes Strikeforce Title in San Jose
Shoulder surgery, its rehabilitation, a staph infection, and the loss of his father over a year-and-half ago seemed to stack itself firmly against the San Jose fighter Click to read entire article
Thomson shuts out Melendez for Strikeforce title
As he staked claim to each passing round, Josh Thomson's smile got progressively bigger -- and more prophetic Click to read entire article
Fickett now out; Luke Stewart scratched
Problems arose when Maximum Fighting Championship promoter Mark Pavelich made several calls informing both Strikeforce and Fickett’s management team that he was under contract to fight for his promotion on July 25 Click to read entire article
Anthony Ruiz excited for higher stakes with Bobby Southworth
Ruiz defeated the champ seven months ago in a non-title affair, and he now looks to repeat the task with the belt on the line Click to read entire article
Exclusive: After agreeing to Strikeforce fight, Drew Fickett forced off card
Just hours after Drew Fickett had agreed to fight Luke Stewart in place of Joe Riggs at tonight's HDNet Fights Presents: Strikeforce event, Fickett, too, has been forced to pull out of the event Click to read entire article
Strikeforce preview: Melendez vs. Thomson
These two have been set to face off with one another for the past year, but injuries and other obligations have prevented them from doing so until now Click to read entire article
Riggs Denied Licensure for Strikeforce
Joe Riggs has been dropped from a co-featured bout against Luke Stewart Click to read entire article
Great Sherdog Debate: Melendez vs. Thomson
Mike Sloan finally ended his horrendous losing streak by whippin' on Sherdog Radio Network star Scott Holmes. Now Sloan will tango with another SRN pimp in Jordan Breen Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" preview: KJ Noons trashes Nick Diaz, refuels heated rivalry
This week as a guest on "Inside MMA," Noons ripped into Diaz, saying -- among other things -- that his rival doesn't deserve a rematch Click to read entire article
"Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson" schedule of events
The event takes place at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., and the main card airs live on HDNet beginning at 10:30 p.m. ET Click to read entire article
Josh Thomson ready to fight his friend
He’s one of the most exciting fighters in one of MMA’s most stacked divisions Click to read entire article
Thomson Not 100 Percent for Melendez
"I was really hoping to avoid a fight with Gilbert my first fight back," Thomson says Click to read entire article
Couture suffers broken jaw, Alessio broken arm
During her time off, Couture will be able to keep up with cardio conditioning, weight training, and other types of physical activity that will keep the jaw from being damaged in any way Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: Is "The Ultimate Fighter" still effective?
This past week we asked, "Is 'The Ultimate Fighter' still an effective tool to recruit new fans?" Click to read entire article
The next Cung Le" Raymond Daniels debuts Friday with Strikeforce
"I'm going to give MMA fans something that they've never seen before," Daniels stated. "I want to become the greatest fighter of all time. Click to read entire article
Alessio submits Spratt, Couture injured in pro debut during night of free fights
Approximately 18,000 tickets were distributed for the night of free fights Click to read entire article
Coy Crowned Champ at Sportfight
Two fighters with wrestling backgrounds relied on their boxing skills for five rounds Saturday in the main event of HDNet Fights Presents: Sportfight 23 Click to read entire article
Rising Rivals Ready for Sportfight
More than a decade of rivalry will come to a head Saturday during the main event of HDNet Fights Presents: Sportfight 23 at the Rose Garden Click to read entire article
Riggs vs. Stewart, Maxwell vs. Tate set for June 27 Strikeforce
Strikeforce has done some opponent switching for its June 27 event at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif Click to read entire article
Dream 5 Matchups Set
Promoters announced the matchups on Sunday. Winners from each bout will square off for the championship the same night Click to read entire article
Post-Fight Review: Adrenaline MMA 1
With big-name MMA stars in the house, television crew-members and cameras abound, and the arena setting of the Sears Centre, the local MMA community was primed and ready to see their own take the cage Click to read entire article
Dream Middleweights Discuss Performances
Melvin Manhoef, Ronaldo "Jacare" Souza, Gegard Mousasi and Zelg Galesic advanced Sunday in Dream's middleweight grand prix Click to read entire article
Aokiplata (pic) from Dream 4
If you watched HDNet Fights Presents: DREAM 4 on HDNet, you were amazed by the submission move Shinya Aoki pulled out of his bag of tricks Click to read entire article
Adrenaline MMA takes first step in quest to become "Strikeforce of the Midwest"
While Cox said he was "happy" with the promotion's premiere, the show was forced to stare down a number of developments that didn't break its way Click to read entire article
All battles set for Hostile Takeover
The Maximum Fighting Championship has set a lineup of full-out action for HDNet Fights Presents: MFC 17: Hostile Takeover which will take place before a sold-out crowd on Friday, July 25 at the River Cree Resort and Casino Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights Presents: Adrenaline MMA results
If you’ll remember, Jeff Monson had to pull out of the inaugural main event when he suffered a broken hand Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights Presents: Dream4 review: Manhoef destroys a legend
Japanese legend Kazushi Sakuraba met Dutch terror Melvin Manhoef in the main event of HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 4 Click to read entire article
Uno-Aoki, Alvarez-Kawajiri Drawn for Dream 5
Philadelphia's favorite son Eddie Alvarez will square off against the aggressive Tatsuya Kawajiri at HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 5 on July 21 at the Osaka Dome Click to read entire article
‘Jacare' Beats Miller; Manhoef Stops Sakuraba
More than 14,000 fans gathered Sunday at Yokohama Arena to see whether Kazushi Sakuraba would sink or swim against Melvin Manhoef and also to take in the second round of the Dream middleweight grand prix Click to read entire article
DREAM.4 round-by-round updates and live results
Tournament participants Kazushi Sakuraba, Melvin Manhoef, Jason "Mayhem" Miller, Ronaldo Souza and others look to advance in the middleweight grand prix Click to read entire article
Grand Prix: MMA's Sweetest Two Words
You can't even say "grand prix" without smiling. Go on. Try it Click to read entire article
Pictures: Dream Fighters Gather in Yokohama
In addition to Sakuraba-Manhoef, the most anticipated fight on Sunday will be "Jacare" and "Mayhem." Click to read entire article
Inside MMA" preview: In support of the Strikeforce business model
With the recent news that the International Fight League may be near an end, the industry is taking a hard, long look at how the current business climate can spawn -- or prohibit -- success Click to read entire article
Rory Markham's fresh start at Adrenaline
Two years ago you’d be harder pressed to find a fighter as much on a roll as Miletich Martial Arts welterweight Rory Markham Click to read entire article
Overeem Says Stamina Not an Issue, Wants ‘Cro Cop'
While the pioneers of the sport were often able to get by on one outstanding quality, MMA, especially in the last five years, has been merciless on those fighters who have ignored the other aspects of the game Click to read entire article
Cacareco out, Gracie in at HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 4
Alexandre “Cacareco” Ferreira has been pulled off the Dream 4 fight card due to visa issues Click to read entire article
Mayhem Miller's Nouveau Pro Wrestling
"It's called ‘Green Onions,'" Miller says. "Dude, it's a kick-ass song. Who gives a f--- what it's called?" Click to read entire article
HDNet, the home of MMA, to broadcast four LIVE events in June
HDNet Fights today released its June schedule for MMA coverage - including live events from all over the country AND the world Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 4 Middleweight Grand Prix Preview
Let’s take a look at the main attractions on the card Click to read entire article
Visa Issues Stall Cacareco's Dream Debut
After running roughshod over his recent opposition, Alexandre "Cacareco" Ferreira will have to wait a bit longer to show his skills on the big stage Click to read entire article
Dennis Kang added to HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 5
The bout will be a pivotal one for Kang, who has lost three out of his last four bouts Click to read entire article
Melvin Manhoef and the Return of the Old School
More than any other time in recent memory, the last couple of months have been an absolute throwback as far as classic style-versus-style matchmaking is concerned Click to read entire article
New York to revisit MMA legislation on June 18
Word has spread quickly throughout the MMA community that the state of New York's Committee on Tourism, Arts and Sports Development has overwhelmingly voted down a bill Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: EliteXC on CBS was bad for MMA
Despite the record ratings and massive exposure, most fans felt the event was bad for MMA Click to read entire article
IFL Axes August Show to Stay Afloat ... For Now
The cash-strapped International Fight League has canceled its Aug. 15 show, and company CEO Jay Larkin said the organization's future is still up in the air Click to read entire article
Guida steps into Adrenaline MMA Main Event
Jason Guida is the older brother of UFC lightweight standout Clay Guida, who will be in the corner Click to read entire article
HDNet to preview "Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson"
HDNet, the all-high-definition cable station that is home to a growing amount of MMA content, has produced a preview show for the June 27 "Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson" event Click to read entire article
IFL Decides Against August 15 Event in New Jersey
Organization Working On Financial Situation Click to read entire article
Gassaway streaks into Adrenaline with new foe
After taking some time off to recoup from injury and illness, Brian will be seeking to add to his current three-fight winning streak as a featured fighter this Saturday, June 14 at Adrenaline MMA’s debut in Chicago Click to read entire article
BJJ Phenom ‘Jacare' Set for Toughest Test to Date
Ronaldo Souza is universally regarded as one of the most talented Brazilian jiu-jitsu artists in the world. He has also compiled an 8-1 record in MMA, which he will take into the Dream middleweight grand prix quarterfinals on Sunday LIVE on HDNet Click to read entire article
"Melendez vs. Thomson" preview show premieres on HDNet Friday
“Unfiltered: Melendez vs. Thomson” follows both world-class fighters as they prepare for what is arguably the biggest battle of their lives Click to read entire article
Palaszewski in big need of Adrenaline win
Currently in the midst of a three-fight losing streak, the first since he suffered a similar streak when he first entered MMA in 2002, Palaszewski is in desperate need of a win to keep his career aspirations of title contention alive Click to read entire article
Mark Cuban Responds To Mayweather/UFC Rumors (Sort Of)
Sexy rumors are swirling around the MMA community today stating that the reason why Floyd Mayweather Jr. retired from boxing yesterday Click to read entire article
'Cro Cop' cancels grappling match
Pride Grand Prix 2006 champion Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic has canceled his June 15 grappling exhibition his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Ralek Gracie Click to read entire article
Is Floyd Mayweather leaving boxing for MMA?
In case you missed it, Floyd Mayweather Jr. shockingly announced his retirement from professional boxing on Friday Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" preview: Watch the EliteXC-CBS main card
Tonight's new episode of "Inside MMA" recaps this past weekend "EliteXC: PRIMETIME" event on CBS, and the panel also takes a look at tomorrow's UFC 85 card Click to read entire article
Akiyama to Headline Dream 5
Yoshihiro Akiyama has been scheduled to headline Dream 5 on July 21 in Osaka, Japan, event producer Keiichi Sasahara announced at a press conference in Tokyo on Thursday Click to read entire article
Fickett to battle Ford for MFC Welterweight Title
For the first time ever, the Maximum Fighting Championship will put its prestigious welterweight championship belt on the line at HDNet Fights Presents: MFC 17: Hostile Takeover Click to read entire article
Shonie Carter vs. Luke Stewart official for June 27 Strikeforce
The fight will be part of a June 27 event that takes place at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif., and airs live on HDNet Click to read entire article
Bas Rutten says Kimbo Slice should have lost
Speaking on his website, the Inside MMA commentator had some surprising things to say about the fighter he trains Click to read entire article
Dream Announces Two More Fights
Dream parent company Fight Entertainment Group have announced two more bouts for their June 15 card at the Yokohama Arena in Yokohama, Japan which will be shown live on HDNet Click to read entire article
Tito Ortiz plans to launch own fight promotion
Ortiz, who's currently promoting his new autobiography "This is Gonna Hurt," briefly mentioned his plans while a guest on today's Howard Stern Show Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights and Adrenaline MMA announce partnership to air LIVE events on HDNet
HDNet Fights announced today that it is partnering with Adrenaline MMA for a multi-fight deal Click to read entire article
Random Rants: Thoughts on weekend MMA
One thing that really disgusts me is when knuckleheads run to their keyboard and make serious accusations with absolutely no proof Click to read entire article
Inside MMA poll results: Love or hate it, MMA fans watched EliteXC-CBS
Whether you're in the majority that felt EliteXC's network television debut was a flop, or whether you're in the minority that felt EliteXC and CBS did a fine job Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" video: Is Kimbo Slice right for primetime?
Former UFC heavyweight champion Tim Sylvia shared his thoughts during the latest edition of "Inside MMA" Click to read entire article
Cro Cop to grapple Gracie at HDNet Fights Presents: Dream 4
HDNet and Japanese fighter promoter Dream on Wednesday made official Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic’s return to the ring on June 8 at Dream 4 Click to read entire article
Nam Phan vs. Billy Evangelista announced for June 27 Strikeforce
"Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson," which airs on HDNet, features a main event between Strikeforce world lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson Click to read entire article
Bas Rutten talks IFL, Grand Theft Auto 4 and more
Recently Bas took time from his always hectic schedule to speak to MMAWeekly about the current status of the IFL, his foray into the world of video games and his always present endeavors into expanding the Bas Rutten name and brand Click to read entire article
HDNet to air three Adrenaline MMA events
Monte Cox's Adrenaline MMA will launch with a TV deal Click to read entire article
Texas Court Grants Zuffa Emergency Stay in Couture Case
What strides Mark Cuban's HDNet Fights made on Monday came to a grinding halt on Friday Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: DREAM, EliteXC or Strikeforce?
When it comes to the sport's other major organizations, which one is best positioned for long-term success? Click to read entire article
We're in the finals! One more chance to vote for HDNet Fights!
HDNet Fights has the opportunity to be voted the top HD show in the universe Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" landed some major talent this week as "Affliction: Banned" headliners Fedor Emelianenko and Tim Sylvia stopped by the program Click to read entire article
DREAM.4: 2nd Round Middleweight GP Matchups Announced
The votes have been counted and the fighters have been paired for matches that could only happen on HDNet Click to read entire article
Couture Nabs Victory in Court
Backed by Mark Cuban's HDNet Fights promotion, estranged UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture nabbed a substantial victory Monday in his ongoing legal dispute against Zuffa Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights planning super-fights
Since the formation of HDNet Fights last year, the Dallas based organization has held two events. It's been five months since they've put on a show, but HDNet Fights CEO Andrew Simon told MMAWeekly Click to read entire article
Fight Critic: Breaking down the IFL’s Mogehan Sun show
It was another strong night of fights from the IFL during Friday’s card at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: No one wants to see St. Pierre vs. Silva?
Sure, it may be a pipe dream -- the type of fantasy match-up that mixed-martial-arts fans can only dream about Click to read entire article
IFL Play-by-Play
Sherdog.com's Andy Shapiro reports from the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., with live play-by-play of the International Fight League Click to read entire article
Nelson, Schultz, Miller Win at Mohegan
HDNet Fights Presents: The IFL doesn't disappoint when it comes to championship fights Click to read entire article
Ringside at The IFL
Exclusive HDNet Fights Presents: The IFL Mohegan Sun Audio: Miletich, Schultz, Imes, Nelson Click to read entire article
TV preview of tonight’s IFL show on HDNet
The IFL will look to follow up on its strong April 4 show from the Izod Center in East Rutherford, N.J. during tonight’s event from the Mogehan Sun in Uncasville, CT Click to read entire article
IFL Set for Friday
All fighters made weight Thursday for tomorrow's IFL event. The only initial hiccup was with Josh Souder Click to read entire article
Vote now for HDNet Fights! Vote often for HDNet Fights!
Do your part to help keep MMA strong by logging on and voting today Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" preview: UFC roster cuts
Panelists and fighters Renato "Babalu" Sobral, Gary "Big Daddy" Goodridge and Martin de Jong discuss the UFC's recent roster cuts and explain why it's actually a good idea Click to read entire article
Nelson Defends Against ‘Hillbilly Heartthrob'
Headlining Friday's IFL event in Connecticut is a heavyweight matchup as fun as any you'll see in the sport. It's a story of two fighters from different ends of the body spectrum Click to read entire article
Affliction not on HDNet...yet
Andrew Simon, CEO of HDNet Fights, spoke to MMAWeekly Radio on Tuesday night and commented on the rumored deal Click to read entire article
IFL Changes While Seeking a Future
For the International Fight League, the problem has never been the product but rather the package in which it is sold Click to read entire article
Get to Know 'Em: Tracy Lee discusses MMA photography
If you want to get close to fighters, hang out at their after-parties, go to their training camps, or just basically be given all-access to anything fight-related Click to read entire article
Post-Dream Notebook
In what was perhaps the fight of the night, Alvarez defeated Joachim Hansen in a riveting 15-minute war. The fighter from Philadelphia dropped Hansen several times in the bout Click to read entire article
‘JZ' Grounded 3-4 Months with Torn ACL
The 24-year-old will be among the ringside spectators at Dream's lightweight grand prix finals on July 21 Click to read entire article
Nick Diaz ready for DREAM Championship
Following a week-long roller coaster ride, UFC and Pride veteran Nick Diaz finally made his way to Japan late last week to compete under the Dream banner Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: Do fans really attend MMA events?
Our latest MMAjunkie.com poll results surprised just about everyone, including the panel on this past Friday's edition of "Inside MMA." Click to read entire article
Fight Ticker Exclusive Interview: Dr. Benjamin discusses Carano, Sherk, Diaz, and more (Part Two)
Dr. Benjamin took time to speak on a number of topics related to the medicine of MMA and fighter safety as well as non-medical topics Click to read entire article
DREAM and ProElite announce partnership
At a pre-fight press conference held on Saturday in Japan for Sunday’s DREAM.3, officials from both Dream and ProElite, Inc. announced a working relationship between the two promotions Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights Presents: DREAM 3 Recap
Fight-by-fight breakdown of the event Click to read entire article
Dream III Play-by-Play
Don't forget to check out the MMA Forums to discuss tonight's event. Click to read entire article
Great finishes in Edmonton at HDNet Fights Presents: MFC: Anger Management
Ford exploded out of the gates with a scramble takedown and got Fernandes' back. He attempted the choke, but Fernandes did a good job of getting out and eventually reversed and secured full mount Click to read entire article
Fighters ready for HDNet Fights Presents: DREAM 3
The always charismatic Jason "Mayhem" Miller did his usual job to recruit more "Mayhem Monkeys" in Japan. He labeled himself a new pro wrestler Click to read entire article
Maximum Fighting Championship
Check out the results from HDNet Fights Presents: MFC 16: Anger Management Click to read entire article
Alvarez Earns International Recognition in Japan
Eddie Alvarez's gutsy victory in the inaugural Dream lightweight grand prix left an indelible impression on fight fans around the world. But ask the kid from Philly Click to read entire article
Updated Affliction news
We now have a good idea of what the first Affliction card will look like Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" video: Bas Rutten on MMA's most essential discipline
Earlier this week we passed along the results of our most recent MMAjunkie.com/"Inside MMA" poll: "Which discipline is the most essential foundation in modern mixed martial arts?" Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" preview: July 19 Affliction show officially announced
It's official: Affliction Clothing will officially launch its fight-promotion business in July, and the event will feature Click to read entire article
Imes added to HDNet Fights Presents: The IFL card
A training injury to Fabricio Camoes of Brazil also necessitates a change in a non-championship lightweight bout Click to read entire article
IFL, Throwdown Energy Drink Put "The Hex" on MMA with New Six-Sided Ring
Unique Fight Surface Developed by IFL, Throwdown Industries Will Debut August 15 in New Jersey Click to read entire article
Put your shovels away, the IFL is not dead yet
Some other ominous signs include the fact that the May 16 broadcast from the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. is slated to be the last of the promotion’s three-show deal with Mark Cuban’s HDNet and Click to read entire article
Fight Ticker Exclusive Interview: Dr. Benjamin
Dr. Johnny Benjamin works with many world-class caliber athletes including NFL stars, boxers and MMA fighters. In part one of this interview he discusses youth MMA, fighter safety, Fedor and more Click to read entire article
The Dream Continues
With an American broadcast deal in tow, Dream's prospects suddenly seem rosier than ever thanks to Mark Cuban's impossibly deep pockets and HDNet Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: What's the best MMA discipline?
Last week MMAjunkie.com and HDNet's "Inside MMA" program teamed up for a weekly poll question: "Which discipline is the most essential foundation in modern mixed martial arts?" Click to read entire article
AOKI STILL IN TOURNEY, WILL FIGHT AT DREAM.4
Shinya Aoki, who earned his spot in the second round of the DREAM Lightweight Grand Prix with a recent victory over Gesias “J.Z.” Calvancante, will be allowed to continue Click to read entire article
JOSH BARNETT VS PEDRO RIZZO SET FOR AFFLICTION
The debut card for the upcoming Affliction promotion is starting to unveil itself before the promotion has even been officially announced Click to read entire article
Report: Affliction loses venue for July 19 debut show
The upstart Affliction promotion, which debuts July 19 with an announced main event of former PRIDE champion Fedor Emelianenko vs. former UFC title-holder Tim Sylvia, has lost the American Airlines Center as its venue Click to read entire article
Diaz to Fight Inoue in Dream Title Eliminator
In a title eliminator for the newly created Dream welterweight championship, Nick Diaz will get a chance to reverse his recent misfortunes Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" preview: Inside David Mamet's film "Redbelt"
David Mamet and his much-anticipated fight movie, "Redbelt," are featured during tonight's episode of "Inside MMA." Click to read entire article
HDNet airs DREAM.1 and DREAM.2 this weekend
The first two events produced by DREAM, a new fight promotion created from K-1 HERO'S with help from former staffers of PRIDE Fighting Championships, will air this weekend on the all-high-decision cable station HDNet Click to read entire article
Mousasi Wants Manhoef in Dream GP
Despite a 20-2-1 record, Gegard Mousasi was a heavy underdog going into Tuesday's fight with Denis Kang in the Dream middleweight grand prix. After his first-round submission win over the Canadian veteran Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" video: Guy Mezger explains the kimura
HDNet Fights President Guy Mezger is featured in this week's exclusive "Inside MMA" preview clip. This week we're introduced to "Inside the Arts," a new segment for "Inside MMA" Click to read entire article
MMA regulation coming to Arizona
Major MMA events could he headed to Phoenix, Tucson and other Arizona cities. On Monday Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano signed a bill, HB 2834, which calls for the regulation of mixed martial arts in the state Click to read entire article
‘JZ' Will Not Replace Aoki
Gesias "JZ" Calvancante was contacted by Dream staff early Wednesday and informed of Shinya Aoki's withdrawal from the May 11 Dream lightweight grand prix semifinals Click to read entire article
AOKI'S DREAM SQUASHED, JZ STEPS UP
One day after scoring an important decision victory over Gesias “JZ” Calvancante, MMAWeekly.com No. 3 lightweight fighter Shinya Aoki had his dream squashed Click to read entire article
"Mayhem" vs. Shibata at May 11 DREAM
HDNet Fights veteran Jason "Mayhem" Miller (20-5), the charismatic middleweight who's fought for nearly ever major MMA organization, will add the rookie DREAM promotion to his resume Click to read entire article
"DREAM 2" official results
"DREAM 2," the second event held under the new DREAM banner, took place today at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. The event will be shown via tape delay on HDNet this coming Saturday, May 3, at 10:30 p.m. ET Click to read entire article
Vindication, Canadian Style
Canada's golden boy, Georges St. Pierre, recently and emphatically claimed vindication amid much fanfare in Montreal. Another Canadian will be looking to do the same Tuesday in the Dream middleweight grand prix in Japan Click to read entire article
"Inside MMA" poll results: Should fighters' salaries be made public?
MMAjunkie.com readers were asked: Should MMA fighters' salaries continue to be made public in the U.S.? The results were very lopsided Click to read entire article
‘JZ' Takes Another Crack at Aoki
Gesias "JZ" Calvancante and Shinya Aoki will meet again Tuesday in Dream's second offering in Saitama, Japan. The two touted lightweights have already had one bout cancelled and another ruled a no contest. Sherdog.com spoke with Calvancante Click to read entire article
"Cro Cop" vs. LeBanner at DREAM 4
Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic, a former PRIDE stand-out currently on what he calls a temporarily leave of absence from the UFC, will next fight Jerome LeBanner at DREAM 4 which will be show exclusively on HDNet Click to read entire article
HDNet to air DREAM events in North America
HDNet, the all-high-definition cable channel owned by Mark Cuban, announced on Friday that it'll begin airing DREAM events for U.S. and Canadian audiences. The news was announced on the "Inside MMA" weekly news program Click to read entire article
HDNet Fights announces groundbreaking partnership with DREAM on Inside MMA
HDNet has quickly established a reputation as the television destination for fans of mixed martial arts. The announcement made on tonight's edition of Inside MMA Click to read entire article
Melendez vs. Thomson set for June 27th on HDNet
Following a year of anticipation, Strikeforce World Lightweight Champion, Gilbert “El Nino” Melendez, will put his coveted title on the line against number one contender and Bay Area arch-rival, Josh “The Punk” Thomson Click to read entire article
