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NewsHenderson: I had to swallow my pride, take pay cut
Dan Henderson is one of MMA’s biggest stars, but coming off a three fight losing streak wasn’t in the best negotiating position when his contract came up for renewal.
NewsPenn: I’m coming for the featherweight title
This will be Penn’s first fight in the featherweight division and he’s not planning on just one fight, as he said during a recent Q&A.
NewsAskren purse starts at 50/50
Askren’s deal with One FC is for six fights over two years, he said. He’ll make $50,000 guaranteed for his first bout, with another $50,000 in bonus pay should he win.
NewsBrowne: Barnett broke the Golden Rule
“Really there’s just one step, one thing you really need to do in this sport, and it’s the Golden Rule, and that’s make no excuses,” said Travis Browne.
NewsHenderson: I’m getting my title back
Benson Henderson: “We’ll see. I have no idea, but I’m getting my belt back. And if he’s [Anthony Pettis] the one I’m taking it from, fine by me.”
NewsFaber: ‘attitude of gratitude’ key to latest wins
Urijah Faber: “…that was my biggest difference with the rest of my fights you’ve seen since then and the one you’re going to see on Feb. 1.”
NewsComprido: Brock Lesnar return to UFC definitely ‘possible’
Rodrigo Medeiros: “He started having a normal life right after the surgery. If Dana and Brock get into a deal, MMA fans will have a good time watching him fight again.”
Vitor Belfort will pursue TUE for Weidman bout
Adriano Martins: Cerrone a shortcut to the Top 10
Lombard: I don’t see Shields being any problem
Overeem leaves the Blackzilians camp, trains in Thailand
Rebney: Tito’s career is ‘tolling’
