UFN 17 on Spike TV averages 1.7 million viewers
Officials with Spike TV issued a press release on Tuesday to announces that this past Saturday’s telecast of UFC Fight Night 17 averaged 1.7 million viewers for a household rating of 1.3. The ratings were good enough for UFN 17 to rank number one on ad-supported cable in the coveted demographics of men between the ages of 18-34 and men between the ages of 18-49. In the M 18-34 demo, UFN 17 registered... [Read More...]
Eleven fighters from UFC 94 test clean
News broke yesterday that welterweight Karo Parisyan tested positive for prescription pain killers following his split decision victory over Dong Hyun Kim during UFC 94 last month. However, eleven other fighters involved with the card were also tested and according to the Nevada State Athletic Commission, all passed their pre and post-fight drug screenings for performance enhancing drugs and street... [Read More...]
White hints that UFC 94 could set new record for total buys
UFC 66 has stood as the UFC’s unofficial all-time record holder for total buys for over two years. With 1.05 million pay-per-view buys and a main event of Chuck Liddell vs. Tito Ortiz battling it out for a second time it looked as though that record would stand for quite some time. However, there are rumblings that the record could be about to be broken. Fast forward to November 2008 and a perfect... [Read More...]
Prospect Rick Story signs four fight contract with the UFC
Reportedly enlisted as potential replacement fighter for UFC 94 in the event that Karo Parisyan was forced to withdraw from his welterweight bout against Dong Hyun Kim, prospect Rick Story never got his chance to make his Octagon debut as Parisyan was able to stay on the card and record a decision victory over Kim. Despite not getting to fight at UFC 94, sources have informed FiveOuncesOfPain.com that... [Read More...]
Evan Dunham signed to replace David Baron vs. Per Eklund at UFC 95
UFC 95 has been hit with another late injury, as French lightweight David Baron has been forced to withdraw from a scheduled undercard bout against Per Eklund. In place of Baron, the UFC has signed undefeated prospect Evan Dunham to step in on short notice. FiveOuncesOfPain.com learned of the news from a source close to the fight on Wednesday. Eklund, 14-3-1, is a native of Sweden and 1-1 in two career... [Read More...]
B.J. Penn requests formal investigation
After reports all week stated that UFC lightweight champion B.J. Penn was in the process of filing a complaint against Georges St. Pierre, the Nevada State Athletic Commission notified FiveOuncesOfPain.com on Wednesday that Penn has instead filed a formal request for an investigation into alleged infractions committed by St. Pierre before and during their UFC 94 title fight this past Saturday. “Dear... [Read More...]
Dana White addresses Vaseline allegations made against Georges St. Pierre
Despite a controversy surrounding one of his biggest stars, UFC President Dana White has not shied away from addressing allegations that the corner for UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre applied Vaseline to his chest, neck, and shoulders between rounds one and two as well as rounds two and three during his UFC 94 bout vs. B.J. Penn. “I saw the commission jump up there and flipping out,”... [Read More...]
Report: Brock Larson to make UFC return vs. Jesse Sanders at UFN 18
After a two-plus year absence, Brock Larson is heading back to the UFC. The former WEC welterweight title challenger will join current WEC featherweight champion Carlos Condit as transfers from the WEC welterweight division to the welterweight division of the UFC. And just like Condit, Larson is scheduled to compete at UFC Fight Night 18 on April 1, according to a new report by MMAjunkie.com. The MMA... [Read More...]
NSAC Executive Director Addresses St. Pierre Controversy
Despite reports to the contrary, the camp for B.J. Penn had yet to have filed a formal complaint against the corner for Georges St. Pierre as of late Monday night. “We haven’t gotten anything yet, but it’s early,” Nevada State Athletic Commissioner Executive Director Keith Kizer informed FiveOuncesOfPain.com during an exclusive interview. The reports of a possible complaint... [Read More...]
UFC targeting Japanese stars Ishii, Yamamoto, and Uno
LAS VEGAS – Three of Japan’s most recognizable MMA stars were in attendance during UFC 94 with Judo gold medalist Satoshi Ishii and DREAM stars Norifum “Kid” Yamamoto, and Caol Uno among the 14,000-plus fans in attendance at the MGM Grand Garden Arena last night. Ishii, Yamamoto, and Uno were all shown on camera during the non-televised portion of the card and were identified... [Read More...]
St. Pierre earns $400,000 for win over Penn; UFC 94 payroll total over $1 million
LAS VEGAS – The Nevada State Athletic Commission has released disclosed salary figures from Saturday’s UFC 94 event at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. The highest paid fighter for the event was UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre, who earned a total of $400,000 for his fourth round TKO victory over B.J. Penn. St. Pierre’s guarantee for the fight was $200,000 and he was paid an... [Read More...]
St. Pierre vs. Penn: Randomly Ranting about UFC 94
Las Vegas – If I view thing’s from strictly a fan’s perspective, I have to admit that B.J. Penn is one of my favorite fighters of all-time. I am in complete awe of his ability to master both the standup element of MMA as well as jiu-jitsu. I also have a great deal of respect for his brother, J.D. Penn, as well as his entire family. However, I’ve got to call it like I see it and Penn simply... [Read More...]
Victory at UFC 94 over Silva earns Machida a likely title shot
Las Vegas – As far as victories go in mixed martial arts, Lyoto Machida’s first round TKO over Thiago Silva at UFC 94 on Saturday night couldn’t have been more fruitful. The win not only allowed Machida to improve his overall record to 14-0 and career UFC record to 6-0 while handing the previously unbeaten Silva his first career loss, but it earned him a $65,000 “Fight of the... [Read More...]
Early estimates for UFC 94 put attendance at 14,855 for a gate of $4.3 million
Las Vegas – Despite a down economy, early numbers for UFC 94 show the event as having set the all-time attendance record for a UFC event at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. According to a report by MMAjunkie.com, UFC President Dana White revealed during the show’s post fight press conference that a total of 14,855 fans were present at the MGM to witness UFC welterweight champion... [Read More...]
Report: Camp for B.J. Penn files complaint against Georges St. Pierre
Las Vegas – During Saturday’s UFC 94 main event that featured UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre defending his title against UFC lightweight champion B.J. Penn, Nevada State Athletic Commission Executive Director Keith Kizer could be seen entering the cage between rounds. Kizer approached the corner for St. Pierre and the two parties exchanged words. At the time, the nature of... [Read More...]
Five fighters earn $65,000 “Fight Night” bonuses at UFC 94
Las Vegas — With eight of the ten fights booked for UFC 94 going to the judges’ scorecards, UFC officials had few knockouts and no submissions to choose from when deciding which fighters would be named recipients of its $65,000 “Fight Night” bonuses. With only two TKOs to choose from, light heavyweight title contender Lyoto Machida not only improved to 14-0 during the night’s... [Read More...]
UFC 94 Recap: St. Pierre dominates Penn in battle of belt holders
Las Vegas — It was supposed to be an epic clash between reigning champions in two separate weight classes. Instead, the UFC 94 main event between welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre and lightweight champion B.J. Penn proved to be a one-sided rout that saw Penn’s corner throw in the towel following the completion of the fourth round. A capacity crowd inside the MGM Grand Garden Arena saw... [Read More...]
UFC 94: St. Pierre vs. Penn, Live Results and Play-by-Play
Readers of FiveOuncesOfPain.com should be sure to check the site frequently during the weekend as we will have extensive coverage of UFC 94. Publisher Sam Caplan has been on location in Las Vegas in order to cover the weigh-ins and any late breaking news regarding the historic card, which will feature UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre defending his title against reigning UFC lightweight... [Read More...]
St. Pierre vs. Penn Weigh-ins: All fighters make weight
Las Vegas – FiveOuncesOfPain.com was on location at the MGM Grand Garden Arena for the UFC 94 weigh-ins for UFC 94. A huge crowd of approximately 3,500 fans saw UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre and UFC lightweight champion B.J. Penn meet the mandated welterweight limit of 170 pounds for Saturday’s main event. Penn, who was depicted on the documentary series UFC Primetime as... [Read More...]
Pain Poll: The 5 Oz. Staff Predicts and Previews UFC 94
The staff of FiveOuncesOfPain.com is back with another series of predictions, this time for Saturday’s UFC 94 event featuring UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre taking on reigning UFC lightweight champion B.J. Penn. Televised Main Card - Welterweight (170 lbs.): Georges St. Pierre (17-2) vs. B.J. Penn (13-4-1): Sam Caplan: This fight is a tie on so many angles that my preference would... [Read More...]
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