Jon Fitch welcoming Aaron Simpson to the welterweight division in July
Two UFC welterweights who are looking to make a statement in the division appear headed to battle at UFC 149, as Jon Fitch and Aaron Simpson are rumored to be set as opponents. Fitch (23-4-1) is looking to rebound from a knockout loss at the hands of Johny Hendricks last year. The defeat came on the heels of a Draw with former champion B.J. Penn, leaving Fitch on the outside of the division looking... [Read More...]
Lineup for UFC on FUEL TV event grows with addition of two bouts
The inaugural UFC on Fuel TV event continues to grow as the company has officially added to more bouts to the card. Aaron Simpson and Ronny Markes will do battle in the middleweight division while featherweights Jonathan Brookins and Rani Yahya will trade leather as well. It’s not yet known whether or not these fights will take place on the main portion of the broadcast or the preliminary portion. Simpson... [Read More...]
Eric Schafer makes UFC return against Aaron Simpson in October
After a successful middleweight debut a week-and-a-half ago at XFO 41, former light heavyweight Eric Schafer will get a second shot at the UFC this October in hopes of finding a permanent home at 185 pounds while getting a bit closer to evening up his record in the Octagon. According to an official announcement through the organization’s website, “Red” will face Aaron Simpson in Houston at UFC... [Read More...]
Brad Tavares fills vacancy against Aaron Simpson at UFC 132
When the UFC named newly signed middleweight Jason “Mayhem” Miller as one-half of the coaching hierarchy on the Ultimate Fighter Season 14 it left Aaron Simpson, who had been scheduled to mix it up with Miller this summer, without an opponent and likely a bit confused. However, both problems have now been remedied as the organization announced late on Monday undefeated Hawaiian Brad Tavares has... [Read More...]
Jason Miller assigned date, opponent for return to the UFC
Aaron Simpson shadow boxingWhen Jason “Mayhem” Miller steps foot in the Octagon after six years away from the famous eight-sided structure, he will do so at one of the UFC’s largest shows annually and against an opponent with All-American credentials on the mat. According to a statement on the UFC’s Twitter page Miller has drawn accomplished grappler Aaron Simpson at UFC 132, the organization’s... [Read More...]
Aaron Simpson vs. Tom Lawlor set for UFC Fight Night 20
A middleweight bout between Aaron Simpson and Tom Lawlor is expected to take place at UFC Fight Night 20. Both men have been issued bout agreements for the bout according to a recent report on The Underground. The event is expected to mark the first UFC in Virginia, taking place in Fairfax on January 11 and airing live on Spike TV. Simpson sports an unblemished record of 6-0 , with all six wins coming... [Read More...]
Aaron Simpson vs. Ed Herman at UFC Fight Night 19
Undefeated middleweight Aaron Simpson is all set to face off with The Ultimate Fighter Season 3 middleweight finalist Ed Herman at UFC Fight Night 19. The event is set to take place at the Oklahoma Convention Center in Oklahoma on September 16. Simpson recently announced the expected match-up on his Facebook page. Simpson trains at Arizona Combat Sports along side the likes of Ryan Bader, Jamie Varner,... [Read More...]
Aaron Simpson and Steve Steinbeiss competing in separate fights at UFC 103; Possible for Phoenix, Az.
FiveOuncesOfPain.com has just learned from sources close to both fighters that Aaron Simpson and Steve Steinbeiss will be competing in separate fights at UFC 103. No date or location has been announced announced for UFC 103 but the same source confirmed that Phoenix, Arizona is one location being considered for the event. Arizona is among the growing number of states that have recently sanctioned their... [Read More...]
Aaron Simpson: Throwing First and Throwing Last
Do you believe in fate, or destiny? If you do, you would have to believe that Aaron Simpson‘s story was written long before he had any say in the matter. A natural born competitor, Simpson immersed himself in the world of combat from adolescence and has not taken a back step since. In high school the budding athlete put together a jaw dropping record of 142-1 during wrestling competition.... [Read More...]
Aaron Simpson to make UFC debut at UFN 18 vs. Tim McKenzie
Talented middleweight prospect Aaron Simpson is scheduled to make his UFC debut on April 1 at UFC Fight Night 18 against Tim McKenzie. FiveOuncesOfPain.com learned of the news from a source close to one of the fighters on Sunday. The Simpson vs. McKenzie matchup will pit a current member of Arizona Combat Sports, Simpson, vs. one of its former members, McKenzie. Both fighters will also be making their... [Read More...]
Exclusive: IFL set to announce extension with Fox Sports Net; Miller to fight Palaszewski
A representative close to the International Fight League confirmed to FiveOuncesOfPain.com (www.FiveOuncesOfPain.com) late Monday that the fight promotion is set to announce an extension of their existing television contract with Fox Sports Net. As per terms of the deal, the extension will call for the IFL’s show to air weekly on FSN on Saturdays at midnight through July. While speaking with... [Read More...]
Exclusive: Jim Miller vs. Marcus Aurelio fight at UFC Fight Night 13 not finalized
It is being reported by several media outlets that Jim Miller has agreed to replace the injured Spencer Fisher in a lightweight match against Marcus Aurelio to be contested on the undercard of UFC Fight 13 on April 2. While Miller has been offered the fight and is prepared to accept it, FiveOuncesOfPain.com (www.FiveOuncesOfPain.com) has learned that the fight has not been finalized. When contacted... [Read More...]
