BJ Penn (16-8-2 MMA, 12-7-2 UFC) for the Strikeforce lightweight title, after all. Following today's pre-UFC on FOX 3 press conference in New York City, White revealed he tried to put the fight together but was rebuffed by Penn, ultimately leading to … See all stories on this topic »
by John Morgan on Apr 22, 2012 at 6:15 am ET UFC president Dana White on Saturday night revealed he and Penn spoke at this past weekend's UFC on FUEL TV 2 event in Sweden, and the future UFC Hall of Famer said he wants another go in the octagon. See all stories on this topic »
Looks like one UFC legend wasn't blowing smoke when he said he was retiring as a mixed martial artist after a tough loss last year. “I haven't made any plans to come back and fight again, Dana White has actually called me a couple times and talked to … See all stories on this topic »
In this episode Rener and Ralek Gracie break down the devastating side mount control that Roy Neslon used to devastate Mirko Cro Cop in round 1. They explain the recommended escape options and the key details that made it so challenging for Cro Cop to move. Then, the brothers analyze the critical jiu-jitsu moments of the three-round battle between Diaz and Penn. Particularly, they discuss the first round scramble that gave BJ the back mount on Nick and what BJ did that gave Nick the perfect window to escape and take the fight back. They also announce the winner of the 5.5 oz Gracie Sparring Gloves and they announce the next Gracie Giveaway prize – watch and win! As always, please share this breakdown on all the appropriate forums. The more they understand the less they hate. Order the Master Cycle DVD (Blue Belt Stripe 1 – Official Test) with the bonus 25-minute narrated Brotherly Battle between Ryron and Rener Gracie: www.gracieacademy.com Gracie Dry Fit T-shirt: www.gracieacademy.com Gracie Embroidered Hat: www.gracieacademy.com 5.5 oz. Gracie Sparring Gloves: www.gracieacademy.com Like: www.Facebook.com Follow: www.Twitter.com Learn: www.GracieUniversity.com (sign up for free and start learning today!)
Last weekend's UFC 139 event featured one of the best fights of the year, and one of the best fights in UFC history in the main event between Dan Henderson and Mauricio "Shogun" Rua. But it's not just writers and fans fawning over what was seen in San … See all stories on this topic »
Penn's official status is "retired" following his loss to Nick Diaz at UFC 137, but he makes little effort to hide the fact a comeback could be on the cards. As one of only two dual-weight UFC champions, the Prodigy remains a legend of the sport and … See all stories on this topic »
by Tim Burke on Nov 13, 2011 6:00 PM EST in UFC Interview In all the hoopla surrounding the UFC on Fox card, it's been easy to forget that former UFC lightweight and welterweight champion BJ Penn apparently announced his retirement just two weeks ago. … See all stories on this topic »
By Mark Wayne | November 10, 2011 Seventeen fighters who competed on last month's UFC 137: Penn vs. Diaz fight card were drug tested following their fights and all seventeen of them passed their individual screenings. In addition to main event … See all stories on this topic »
