Bellator deepens welterweight pool with signing of Ben Saunders
Although Bellator Fighting Championships has already announced the eight individuals competing this season in the organization’s welterweight tournament it very well may be a 170-pounder looking in from the outside drawing equivalent attention to the eventual winner when Season 4 concludes – Ben Saunders. The promotion announced the addition of “Killa B” to its roster earlier today in a press... [Read More...]
Ben Saunders triumphant in return to the ring
This past Saturday night marked the first time Ultimate Fighter Season 6 contestant Ben Saunders had fought outside of the UFC in more than three-and-a-half years, and, in a form similar to that making him a fan-favorite during his run in the Octagon, he walked away victorious after unleashing a number of weapons in his stand-up arsenal. Saunders, who was released by the UFC after being outpointed... [Read More...]
Marcus Davis vs. Ben Saunders set for UFC 106
A welterweight match-up between Marcus Davis and Ben Saunders has recently been agreed to for UFC 106. The event is expected to take place from the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas on November 21. Both fighters have agreed to the contest and at least one has signed the contract for the bout according to a report from MMAJunkie.com. Davis recently dropped a hard fought split decision to Dan Hardy... [Read More...]
Mike Swick vs. Ben Saunders signed for UFC 99
An intriguing matchup between welterweights Mike Swick and Ben Saunders is now set for UFC 99 on June 13 in Cologne, Germany. FiveOuncesOfPain.com learned of the new bout from sources close to the fight with all indications being that agreements have been formally signed, making the fight official. Swick, 13-2, last competed at “UFC Fight for the Troops” this past December. Facing Jonathan... [Read More...]
Ben Saunders looking at a three month timetable for return
After being scratched from a welterweight bout against Dustin Hazelett during next month’s UFC 96 event in Columbus, Ohio, Ben Saunders is looking to make his Octagon return within the next three months. Saunders revealed his plans while speaking during a “UFC Fight Club” question and answer session this past week in Florida, according to a report by MMAjunkie.com. The talented welterweight... [Read More...]
Report: Dustin Hazelett vs. Ben Saunders likely for UFC 96
A matchup between up and coming welterweight prospects Dustin Hazelett and Ben Saunders is close to being finalized for UFC 96 on March 7. The news comes courtesy of a report on MMAjunkie.com, which is reporting that bout agreements for the fight have yet to be signed. Hazelett, 12-4, has been rising through the deep ranks of the UFC’s 170 pound division thanks to exciting performances in his... [Read More...]
Cage Rage 25: Ken Shamrock and son lose; Imanari retains 145 lbs. title
Ken Shamrock came out with what seemed to be a very poor gameplan against Robert “Buzz” Berry, deciding to stand and trade with him the entire time. The larger and more powerful Berry took advantage of Ken’s willingness to stand and trade and caught him with a stiff left jab that put Shamrock down for the count. He looked bad tonight, folks. Really bad. Had he been in there with Kimbo... [Read More...]
