Quinton Jackson pleads not guilty
The arraignment of Quinton “Rampage” Jackson was held earlier today in Santa Ana, Calif with the former UFC light heavyweight champion pleading not guilty to felony counts of evading a peace officer and evading a peace officer against traffic, according to the Associated Press. He also reportedly pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of hit-and-run and reckless driving, The AP is also... [Read More...]
Rampage Jackson: “I’ve lost respect for Forrest Griffin as a man.”
Fighters Only Magazine got an interview with the previously hidden and now re-emerging Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. He discussed many things including a possible fight with Wanderlei Silva, his bout against Forrest Griffin at UFC 86 and the fact that he lost respect for Griffin for fully believing he won their fight and not talking about an immediate rematch: Jackson says that he has “lost... [Read More...]
Dana White says Rampage Jackson will fight despite charges
Now that Rampage has been formally charged with felony evasion, reckless driving, and driving down the wrong side of the street stemming from his police chase after the loss to Forrest Griffin last month the question has become if and when Rampage will fight again this year. According to Dana White, he’ll fight this year and it’s looking like it could be as early as November 15 according... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson formally charged in July 15 collisions
Orange County (Calif.) prosecutors formally charged former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson for his alleged role in a series of collisions that took place July 15 in Costa Mesa, Calif. According to a report by the Associated Press, Jackson is being charged with felony evasion, reckless driving and driving against traffic as a result of the multi-vehicle collisions... [Read More...]
Report: “Rampage” Jackson’s arraignment postponed
Sherdog is reporting that Quinton “Rampage” Jackson’s arraignment, which was scheduled for tomorrow, has been postponed pending further investigation into his arrest. Jackson was arrested on July 15 for suspicion of felony evasion, reckless driving, and hit and run charges. The District Attorney’s Office of Orange County gave these comments regarding the postponement: “The... [Read More...]
UFC 87 Video: Dana White’s UFC 87 Video Blog w/ Rampage Jackson
Dana White has been doing a video blog in the days leading up to UFC 87 and this is the third installment of that series. Parts one and two can be found here. It’s interesting to note that Rampage is with Dana at around the 3:30 mark and seems to be in very good spirits, even joking about his “delirium.” He says he’s back to training, has new trainers, and is preparing to get... [Read More...]
Juanito Ibarra comments on Rampage Jackson situation
MMA Junkie was able to speak with Juanito Ibarra regarding Rampage Jackson’s current situation today and while he didn’t say anything mindblowing, it is nice to hear from the man considering he’s been a ghost since after the Forrest Griffin fight: “I’m devastated by what he’s been through and some of the things I’ve heard,” said Ibarra. “I’ve... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson could face additional charges
A pregnant woman injured during former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson’s alleged hit-and-run incident last month has miscarried, according to her fiance. The news comes courtesy of a report in the Daily Pilot. While Costa Mesa Police initially indicated there were no serious injuries sustained during the series of accidents on the 55 freeway, it was was revealed... [Read More...]
Report: Rampage Jackson splits with Juanito Ibarra; UFC looking towards November fight with Silva
After Rampage Jackson’s police chase hit and run incident in Costa Mesa, much speculation was going on in the MMA circles that he had split with his manager and trainer Juanito Ibarra. Josh Gross is now reporting that as fact in his new SI.com article: With defeat as the impetus, Jackson responded to rough terrain by relieving the trainer of his duties, though “bottom line, somehow, someway... [Read More...]
Dana White hints at possible reasons behind Rampage Jackson’s recent behavior
While the precise condition and whereabouts of former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson are unknown, UFC President Dana White recently gave an indication that Jackson may have possibly spent the weekend in a mental health facility. Initial indications were that Jackson would spend up to 72 hours under evaluation. According to a recent report by Yahoo! Sports’... [Read More...]
Jackson viewed upset UFC 86 loss to Griffin for first time day prior to arrest
More details have emerged in regard to the condition of Quinton “Rampage” Jackson prior to his Tuesday arrest on felony charges of evading, hit-and-run and reckless driving. Throwdown.com, one of Jackson’s sponsors, conducted an interview with Jackson in the hours preceding his arrest. The Daily Pilot is indicating that representatives of the company stated that hours before his arrest... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson taken into police custody on Wednesday and sent for mental evaluation; new details about Tuesday arrest emerge
TMZ.com was the first to report that former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson was taken into custody by law enforcement officials on Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 p.m. PT. FiveOuncesOfPain.com contacted the Irvine Police Department Thursday afternoon in order to verify TMZ’s report and attempt to obtain more details. Lt. Rick Handfield confirmed that the reports... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson makes bail; report of hospitalization unconfirmed
While attempting to confirm whether a TMZ.com report suggesting that Quinton “Rampage” Jackson was declared medically unfit for booking while being processed through the Orange County jail, a representative with the Costa Mesa Police Department indicated to FiveOuncesOfPain.com on Wednesday morning that Jackson made bail and was released from police custody late Tuesday. Jackson’s... [Read More...]
Quinton Jackson Video: Last known interview prior to hit-and-run arrest
This interview, conducted by Throwdown TV, is the last known interview conducted with Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. A very candid Jackson acknowledges that he was depressed about his UFC 86 loss to Forrest Griffin for a week after the fight but that he believes the loss will make him a better fighter. He also reveals that he took nine months off from training and that it caused him to gain... [Read More...]
Further details about Jackson’s arrest emerge
New details pertaining to the Tuesday arrest of Quinton “Rampage” Jackson on alleged felony hit and run charges have begun to surface. According to Yahoo! Sports, UFC President Dana White left Tuesday evening to fly to California in order to post bond for Jackson. However, gossip website TMZ.com is reporting that Jackson was declared medically unfit for booking and was taken to an Orange... [Read More...]
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson Arrested on Felony Hit and Run Charges
Costa Mesa Police Lieutenant Paul Dondero confirmed to FiveOuncesOfPain.com that former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson was arrested on felony charges of evading, hit and run, and reckless driving in Newport Beach on Tuesday afternoon at approximately 1:35 p.m. PT. “There were several collisions involved,” Lt. Dondero stated as he revealed the details... [Read More...]
UFC 86 Video: Rampage Jackson at the post-fight press conference
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Griffin, Jackson, Guillard and Miller earn $60K in Fight Night Bonuses
MMA Junkie has learned the recipients of the traditional UFC Fight Night bonuses. Forrest Griffin and Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson each earned a $60,000 “Fight of the Night” bonus for their 5 round war Melvin Guillard received $60,000 for “Knockout of the Night” after his 1st round KO over Dennis Siver. (Guillard’s KO was also the only (T)KO of the night) Cole... [Read More...]
Round 5 MMA action figures Series 1 available; Sherk in for Series 2
This site first told you about the Round 5 MMA action figures back in Oct ‘07 (here) and we are pleased to announce that they are finally ready to purchase. You can get yours right now at MMA Warehouse. They are also available at KB Toys and f.y.e. (USA) and Toys R Us (Canada). Series 1 features Randy Couture, Rampage Jackson, Matt Hughes and Tito Ortiz. MMAMania.com is reporting that Series 2... [Read More...]
Antonio Silva cleared by CSAC to fight Jonathan Wiezorek for EliteXC’s show on Nov. 10
FiveOuncesOfPain.com (www.FiveOuncesOfPain.com) has learned from a source close to super heavyweight fighter Antonio Silva that Silva has received the medical clearance from the California State Athletic Commission needed to in order to fight Jonathan Wiezorek on next Saturday’s EliteXC event in Houston, Texas. While Silva has yet to receive the documents in the mail, he was assured by CSAC officials... [Read More...]
