MMA Junkie reports that Kimbo Slice has settled with the athletic commission in Texas after having failed a drug test. Slice agreed to a $2,500 fine and have his license to fight in the state revoked. As part of the settlement, Slice agreed to waive his right to a hearing. He is expected to remain […]
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Will the Ali Act help protect MMA fighters?
Algieri situation presents problem with Ali Act
While there are many proponents that endorse expanding the Muhammad Ali Act to include the protection of MMA fighters, the federal law has its issues. The case of Chris Algieri provides a good example. Algieri, the New York fighter that is best known for his upset win over Ruslan Provodnikov which scored him his big […]
Former WWE wrestler sues over royalties from WWE Network
Former WWE wrestler Rene Goguen (wrestling under the name Rene Dupree) sued the WWE Wednesday in a class action lawsuit filed in Connecticut federal court. The former WWE superstar is claiming he is owed royalties from the WWE Network and Netflix due to a clause in his contract which pre-dated the over the top platforms […]
Jones returns home after probation violation hearing
Judge Michael E. Martinez added new terms to Jon Jones’ probation as a result of a recent moving violations. Jones was free to return home with the added stipulations which include attending an anger management and driver improvement courses. In addition to the two added stipulations, he will need to complete a 60 more hours […]