The Canadian Medical Association has come out in favour of banning not only MMA, but also boxing, due to concerns over concussions. But the green light from a minister of the federal government all but assures the legislation will pass through the … See all stories on this topic »

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The ninth episode of “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15 opens with a shot of Team Cruz's Mike Rio arriving at the UFC Training Center. Meanwhile, Rio's opponent, Andy Ogle, hangs the flag of his native England in the Team Faber locker room as he readies …
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These are dire times for Team Cruz, and no one is more aware of this fact than Vinc Pichel, who states his intentions as he enters his locker room at the outset of Episode 7 of “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 15. “Who's ready to see someone get their ass …
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Mike Rio, 30, is still struggling with a recent knee injury, and he discusses the importance of age with younger teammate Justin Lawrence, who spouts his doubts about succeeding in MMA past age 29 as though Rio were not sitting five feet away.
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(Jack Dempsey / Associated Press) For a sport on the rise like mixed martial arts, there are certain things that can damage all the progress and credibility the sport has built up over the years. For the industry leader, the Ultimate Fighting …
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Cruz attempts to reason with Sicilia, asking Alliance MMA stablemate and UFC talent Mike Easton how he would handle it if he and Cruz were to fight. “I'm gonna try to knock his head off,” Easton says. “I know he's gonna try to knock my head off.
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The search for the ultimate MMA warrior begins at round one of the Tournament of Warriors, May 4th at American Bank Center Arena. Sixteen of the most elite fighters will battle for $60000. Fighters will be announced at a press conference held next …
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by MMAjunkie.com Staff on Mar 15, 2012 at 8:15 am ET After their initial meeting ended in a baffling majority draw following a commission error, Ian McCall (11-2-1 MMA, 0-0-1 UFC) and Demetrious Johnson (14-2-1 MMA, 2-1-1 UFC) are now expected to … See all stories on this topic »

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Mixed Martial Arts, promoted by Rajasthan Royals owner Raj Kundra and Bollywood superweight Sanjay Dutt, is said to be the world's fastest growing sport. (TOI Photo) In the opening scene of Enter the Dragon, the legendary Bruce Lee punches, …
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Exhibitions, a book-signing by UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture and a panel on legalizing MMA highlight the two-day gathering. The UFC isn't officially taking part, but Ratner said the UFC appreciates the help. Legalizing mixed martial arts in New York …
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