Report: Jim Miller to battle David Baron at UFC 89
MMAWeekly.com is reporting that former IFL lightweight Jim Miller will take on PRIDE veteran David Baron at UFC 89: Bisping vs. Leben in Birmingham, England. A few weeks ago, FiveOuncesOfPain.com reported that brothers Jim Miller and Dan Miller had signed exclusive four-fight contracts with the UFC. Jim Miller currently trains at the AMA Fight Club and possesses an impressive mixed martial arts record... [Read More...]
UFC 86 Video: Joe Stevenson going for the win vs. Gleison Tibau
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Report: Stevenson vs. Tibau set for UFC 86
A lightweight bout between Joe Stevenson and Gleison Tibau is set for UFC 86 on July 5, in Las Vegas, according to Sherdog.com, which is citing sources close to the negotiations. The UFC has not officially announced the bout and the camps for Stevenson and Tibau have yet to formally comment. Stevenson last competed at UFC 80 this past January, where he lost a match for the UFC vacant lightweight title... [Read More...]
“Get to Know Joe” Question #7
The final trivia question in the “Get to Know Joe” contest is… What sport would Joe’s parents NOT let him play (even though they said ‘yes’ to fighting MMA)? Find the answer on www.joestevenson.com then HURRY back HERE to be the first person to post ALL SEVEN correct answers to the “Get to Know Joe” questions we’ve been asking all week. Click here for all seven... [Read More...]
“Get to Know Joe” Question #6
Today’s “Get to Know Joe” question is… Who gave Joe Daddy the only KO loss of his career? Find the answer on www.joestevenson.com The final “Get to Know Joe” trivia question will be revealed tomorrow midday. Be the first to post all seven correct answers to win a 4 pack of Joe Stevenson signature series t-shirts. Click here for the first five trivia questions and full “Get... [Read More...]
“Get to Know Joe” Question #5
Today’s “Get to Know Joe” question is… What are the name’s of Joe’s 3 sons? Find the answer on www.joestevenson.com Click here for the first four trivia questions and full “Get to Know Joe” contest details. Read More →
“Get to Know Joe” Question #4
Today’s “Get to Know Joe” question is… What meal service, also used by Bon Jovi, cooked up special meals for Joe in preparation for his trip to England? Find the answer on www.joestevenson.com Click here for the first three trivia questions and full contest details. Read More →
“Get to Know Joe” Question #3
Today’s “Get to Know Joe” question is… Joe snapped a pic of which UFC fighter playing Guitar Hero? Find the answer on www.joestevenson.com Click here for the first two trivia questions and full contest details. Read More →
UFC 80 Video: Joe Stevenson believes fight with B.J. Penn is going five rounds
After doing my interview with him last week and watching this interview, it’s really coming into focus just how polished Joe Stevenson is when it comes to doing interviews. Click here to win free Joe Stevenson gear from FiveOuncesOfPian.com! Read More →
“Get to Know Joe” UFC 80 contest from Five Ounces of Pain!
On Jan 19th, Joe Stevenson is fighting BJ Penn for the UFC Lightweight Title. To hype this bout, FiveOuncesofPain.com wants you to “Get to Know Joe”. For this trivia style contest, we have prepared seven questions about Joe Stevenson and you’ll need to search Joe Daddy’s website to find the answers. Each day, 5 Oz of Pain will reveal the question of the day; the answers can... [Read More...]
5 Oz. Exclusive: Joe Stevenson talks about going pro at 16, whether feud with Guillard was contrived, if Penn is truly top five, and more in new interview
On January 19 in New Castle, England, Joe Stevenson is set to square off against B.J. Penn for the vacant UFC lightweight title at UFC 80. Stevenson was in the midst of the final stages of training for the fight vs. Penn when we caught up with him for an interview. For Stevenson, this is an incredibly busy time, as in addition to training, he has been making himself available to the media for interviews.... [Read More...]
UFC 80 Video: Stevenson talks about preparations for fight vs. Penn; aspirations outside of fighting
This video is courtesy of our good friends at RawVegas.tv. RawVegas has commenced its preparations for UFC 80 on Jan. 19 with the launch of their “Road to 80″ series featuring Joe Stevenson. The below video gives you a good look at to who the man is behind the fighter. Read More →
Joe Stevenson doesn’t like the idea of Floyd Mayweather in MMA
Joe “Daddy” Stevenson, who will be fighting B.J. Penn at UFC 80, apparently hates the idea of Floyd Mayweather making the crossover to mixed martial arts. From Yahoo! Sports: “He represents himself in a different manner and it’s not the way I think is correct for our athletes,” Stevenson said. “You don’t brag about how much money you make. That’s totally... [Read More...]
UFC declares lightweight title vacant; Penn and Stevenson to fight for title on Jan. 19
According to UFC.com, the UFC withdrew recognition of Sean Sherk as the promotion’s lightweight champion after the California State Athletic Commission voted on Dec. 4 to reduce his suspension for testing positive for steroids from 12 months to six as opposed to overturning it completely. With Sherk stripped of the title, the UFC has announced that B.J. Penn and Joe Stevenson will fight each... [Read More...]
Am I The Only One Confused About The “Interim Lightweight Title?”
By Ben Fowlkes My brain hurts. It’s tired of trying to sort this mess out, and it’s getting nowhere. But it’s not my brain’s fault. At least, not this time. If you’re on the UFC’s mailing list, as I am, you received an email alerting you that B.J. Penn and Joe Stevenson will be fighting for the “interim” lightweight title at UFC 80 in January. And... [Read More...]
