The Nevada Attorney General has responded to the lawsuit filed by Wanderlei Silva seeking judicial review of the state Athletic Commission’s ruling which issued a $70,000 fine and lifetime ban. In response to the lawsuit, a copy obtained by Bloody Elbow, the Nevada AG argues that since the commission has broad authority over combat sports […]
Weidman signs with sports agency
MMA Fighting reports that UFC middleweight champion has signed with Paradigm Sports Management. The agency represents an array of athletes including other UFC stars such as Conor McGregor, Michael Bisping, Matt Mitrione and Tony Ferguson. The Orange County, California-based firm secured the middleweight champ after he visited its offices. Weidman is also represented by the […]
Cyborg tops latest InvictaFC payouts
For those that may have missed it, Invicta FC announced the payouts for its event last Friday in Los Angeles. As expected, Cris “Cyborg” Justino was the clear money winner hear making $90,000. The California State Athletic Commission revealed the payouts ( via MMA Mania): Cristiane Justino: $90,000 (includes $45,000 win bonus) Charmaine Tweet: $6,000 Alexa […]
Details disclosed in Bellator-Rampage lawsuit
Newsday reports the details filed within the complaint by Bellator MMA against Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. The complaint filed in New Jersey provides some interesting financial tidbits on Jackson’s contract. A hearing will be held on April 2nd to determine whether Jackson will be able to fight in the UFC 186 in April. Jackson received a […]
UFC awards PPV to Melbourne
UFC will hold a PPV in Melbourne, Australia in November 2015 after the state of Victoria legalized “fenced-in enclosures” for professional MMA. After the legal hurdle was accomplished, the company announced plans for a PPV in a press release issued Thursday. Via UFC press release: The UFC® today applauded the State of Victoria Labor Government for […]