On the same day that it was announced Chael Sonnen would make his return at UFC 128 in March, he plead guilty to federal charges of money laundering. USA Today (via The Oregonian) reports that Sonnen will receive 2 years probation and a $10,000 fine. The least of the penalties, Sonnen will be stripped of his realtor’s license. Sonnen’s […]
WWE’s Tough Enough returns on USA
The NY Times reports that World Wrestling Entertainment is bringing back its reality show, “Tough Enough”, where aspiring pro wrestlers try to earn a spot on the WWE roster. The show will be coupled with the long-running wrestling show, “Monday Night Raw” on the USA channel. The news was confirmed by the WWE via press release. Via […]
Edgar-Maynard rematch cuts in front of Pettis title shot
The trilogy beat out Showtime. After an outstanding match between Frankie Edgar and Gray Maynard ending in a draw at UFC 125, the UFC booked an immediate rematch between the two. The move contradicts the initial plans for the Edgar-Maynard winner face WEC lightweight champ, Anthony Pettis. The move to switch course came after UFC Vice […]
Silver Star addresses controversial t-shirt design
T-Shirt manufacturer Silver Star had to respond to questions about one of its shirts as the design was similar to a Nazi symbol. The controversy came up when Clay Guida wore the shirt during an interview. Although Guida defended Silver Star in stating that the designers did not know of the perceived Nazi affiliation, the company pulled the […]
Lesnar’s next move unclear
Does Brock Lesnar want out of the UFC? Dave Metzler of The Wrestling Observermade news this week with news that Lesnar may walk away from the UFC after his contract ends. The news took off that Lesnar was quitting MMA and going back to the WWE–which was not the case. Metzler needed to clarify the situation […]