Category: Sherdog News

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will visit Cincinnati for the first time since 2007 when the Las Vegas-based promotion returns to the Queen City on May 10.

UFC middleweight contender Lyoto Machida was handed a 180-day suspension by the Brazilian MMA Athletic Commission (CABMMA) following his UFC Fight Night 36 victory.

The WSOF 9 fight bill is now complete with the addition of six undercard bouts, including a featherweight showdown pitting once-beaten featherweight Chris Gruetzemacher against UFC alumnus John Gunderson.

Rafael Cordeiro watched from the corner as pupil Lyoto Machida outpointed Gegard Mousasi in the main event of UFC Fight Night 36. However, the leader of Kings MMA will scarcely have time to celebrate.

UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey will put her title on the line Feb. 22 against fellow Olympian Sara McMann.

Shayna Baszler’s stint on “The Ultimate Fighter” didn’t work out like she wanted, but she’ll have a chance to solidify her position in the UFC women’s bantamweight division when she meets Sarah Kaufman April 16 at UFC Fight Night 41.

After winning a unanimous decision over Shayna Baszler in June 2009, Sarah Kaufman will be looking for a finish when they rematch April 16 at UFC Fight Night 41.

A complete list of significant new fights reported in the past week.

Ronaldo Souza is a man with a plan.

Lyoto Machida’s title prospects may now hinge upon the health of his left foot.