Nick Diaz returned to the octagon in February 2015 to face Anderson Silva at UFC 183. No one would have thought that each fighter would test positive for banned substances let alone the penalty issued Diaz. Not surprising, but Diaz tested positive for marijuana. Although Diaz’s lawyers pointed out inconsistencies with the testing, the commission […]
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15 for 15: No. 10 Bellator’s successful tentpole events
Following up on a successful tentpole event in November 2014, Bellator held a three more tent pole events on SpikeTV. Overall, the events and ratings have been a success. Shamrock-Kimbo, St. Louis, MO, June 2015 – The long-awaited fight that was supposed to take place in EliteXC, but due to a Ken Shamrock injury, Seth […]
15 for 15: No. 11 WSOF opens NY office despite legal, financial issues
The World Series of Fighting announced the unveiling of a new logo and the opening of a New York office in light of the potential legalization of MMA in the state. The news comes at a time when a lawsuit allegedly unloads damaging information about the company and its members. A lawsuit was filed in […]
15 for 15: No. 12 – MMA Bill fails again in New York
15 for 15: No. 13 Wanderlei Silva’s legal woes
Even though he has not been active, Wanderlei Silva had an eventful 2015. The former UFC star is still in a legal battle with the Nevada State Athletic Commission from his lifetime suspension and fine from the state of Nevada. He is also defending a lawsuit from the UFC. Silva appealed the commission ruling and […]