UFC 181
Complete UFC 181 streaming results coverage for "Hendricks vs. Lawler 2"-led pay-per-view (PPV) event from Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Dec. 6, 2014. Live updates, weigh ins, predictions, previews, video highlights, press conferences and much more.
Free Fight! Re-Live Lawler Vs. Hendricks 2
Current UFC welterweight champion Robbie Lawler looks to defend his title for the first time against Canadian striker Rory MacDonald at UFC 189 on July 11. But first, travel back in time and check out his title win over Johny Hendricks at UFC 181.
NSAC Suspends Silva, Diaz, And Lombard
Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) suspended Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) stars Anderson Silva, Nick Diaz, and Hector Lombard at the conclusion of its monthly meeting, which took place earlier today (Tues., Feb. 17, 2015) in Las Vegas.
Rigg May Retire With Another Botched Weight Cut
Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight titleholder Johny Hendricks had yet another brutal weight cut prior to his UFC 181 rematch against Robbie Lawler, and may move to middleweight -- or retire -- if it happens again.
Evans-Smith Tests Positive, Manager Slams NSAC
Mike McLeish, manager for Ashlee Evans-Smith, is upset with Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) after his bantamweight client tested positive for diuretics prior to UFC 181, and draws comparisons to the recent Jon Jones cocaine fiasco.
Maybe, Maybe Not
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight kingpin Robbie Lawler prefers a rubber match against Johny Hendricks after their UFC 181 pay-per-view (PPV) title fight on Dec. 6, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada, opposed to a Rory MacDonald rematch.
'Showtime' Slapped With Six-Month Suspension
UFC 181 injuries and medical suspensions for the MMA fighters who participated in "Hendricks vs. Lawler 2" PPV last Saturday night (Dec. 6, 2014) inside Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, courtesy of Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC).
Joe Rogan To Schaub: You Are Not An Elite Fighter
Joe Rogan on his podcast shared brutally honest criticism of Brendan Schaub, telling The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) 10 runner up that he is not an elite fighter and shouldn't be in the cage with guys like Cain Velasquez. Brain damage is real, and scary.
The Monday After: Final Reflections On UFC 181
UFC 181 saw a member of the old guard reach the pinnacle of the sport and cap his incredible resurgence by winning the welterweight title and a young champion continue to annihilate his competition. Here are my final thoughts on UFC 181.
Rankings! Hendricks Still Better Than MacDonald
UFC rankings updated after UFC 181: Johny Hendricks sits at No. 1 after losing title to Robbie Lawler, while Gilbert Melendez drops to No. 2 after getting choked out by lightweight champion Anthony Pettis, giving Khabib Nurmagomedov top honors.
Didn't Skip Leg Day
CM Punk crashed the UFC 181 party last weekend to announce his new career as an MMA fighter, and there to support him was wife and current WWE Diva AJ Lee, who makes us feel fat and lazy with her perfect legs.
Payouts! 'Ruthless' Wreaks Havoc On UFC Checkbook
UFC 181 fighter payouts and salaries for the "Hendricks vs. Lawler 2" pay-per-view (PPV) event last weekend (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) from inside Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, via Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC).
What's Next For Johny Hendricks?
UFC 181 results: Johny Hendricks failed to defend his welterweight title against Robbie Lawler; the man he defeated nine months earlier to claim the vacant strap. After losing two of three title fights, where does "Bigg Rigg" go from here?
Sonnen Reveals Details On CM Punk's First Opponent
CM Punk signs with UFC: Chael Sonnen spoke to MMAmania.com about former WWE wrestler Phil Brooks signing with ZUFFA and also has a pretty good idea who Punk will be matched up against, and it's not a "bottom-tier guy."
Pettis On Khabib Call Out: 'Let's Do It'
Top-ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) lightweight contender Khabib Nurmagomedov called out Anthony Pettis during the UFC 181 press conference, where "Showtime," fresh off his submission win over Gilbert Melendez, said "Let's do it."
He Said What?!? UFC 181 Edition!
UFC 181 results recap: MMAmania.com looks back at a handful of pre-fight remarks to find out who talked the talk -- and who walked the walk -- at the "Hendricks vs. Lawler 2" PPV event inside Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
UFC 181 Matchmaker! What's Next For PPV Winners?
UFC 181 results, recap, and next matches to make: After a stellar PPV card, MMAmania ponders what's next for the main card winners who picked up victories last Saturday (Dec. 6, 2014)) inside the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Hendricks Body Shut Down After Botched Weight Cut
Former UFC welterweight titleholder Johny Hendricks botched his weight cut prior to his UFC 181 rematch against Robbie Lawler last Sat. night (Dec. 6, 2014) in Las Vegas, Nevada, and had his body shut down in the final "Ruthless" minutes.
Video: Faber Pokes And Chokes His Way To Victory
Urijah Faber vs. Francisco Rivera fight video highlights from the FOX Sports 1 "Prelims" of the UFC 181 pay-per-view (PPV) event last Sat. night (Dec. 6, 2014) in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring an unintentional eye poke from The California Kid."
RECAP! Duffee Dusts Hamilton In Under One Minute
Todd Duffee vs Anthony Hamilton full fight recap: After a very long layoff, Duffee returned to the Octagon with an early knockout last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) at UFC 181 inside Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Here's how!
Tapout! Watch Fergy Make Killa Call It Quits
Tony Ferguson vs Abel Trujillo full fight video highlights on YouTube from last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) at UFC 181 pay-per-view (PPV) main card inside the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring a submission win for "El Cucuy."
What About Rory? UFC Hinting At Hendricks/Lawler 3
UFC 181 results recap: Robbie Lawler is your newly-minted welterweight champion. Although UFC President Dana White assured Rory MacDonald a title shot, he is now hinting at a potential trilogy bout with Johny Hendricks.
RECAP! Browne Batters Brendan In Vegas
Travis Browne vs Brendan Schaub full fight recap: Browne showcased his development by countering and finishing Schaub last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) at UFC 181 inside the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Here's how!
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In-Depth Chat: Punk On Leaving WWE, Joining UFC
Watch in-depth video interview with CM Punk about his reason(s) to leave WWE and join UFC, as well as how long he expects to compete, where he might train, his potential Octagon debut in 2015, conversations with Dana White and much more.
RECAP! Showtime Submits Melendez With A Guillotine
Anthony Pettis vs Gilbert Melendez full fight recap: In just two rounds, Anthony Pettis secured a guillotine choke last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) at UFC 181 inside the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Here's how!
Video: Watch Browne Bomb Schaub In 'Sin City'
Knockout! Travis Brown vs. Brendan Schaub full fight video highlights from UFC 181 on YouTube which went down on the "Hendricks vs. Lawler" pay-per-view (PPV) main card, taking place last Sat. night (Dec. 6, 2014) in Las Vegas, Nevada.
RECAP! Lawler Rallies Late, Takes Title
Johny Hendricks vs Robbie Lawler full fight recap: In a five round war, Robbie Lawler won a split decision last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) at UFC 181 inside Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Here's how!
Recap! Biggest Winners, Losers from UFC 181
UFC 181 winners and losers from "Hendricks vs Lawler 2" PPV, which took place last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) in Las Vegas, Nevada. With Robbie Lawler earning the title, and Anthony Pettis defending his, where does everyone else land on the list?
RECAP! Ferguson Taps Trujillo In Wild Brawl
Tony Ferguson vs Abel Trujillo full fight recap: In a wild brawl, Ferguson locked in a rear-naked choke on Trujillo last night (Sat., Dec. 6, 2014) at UFC 181 inside the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Here's how!
Watch Rogan Interview CM Punk At UFC 181
Video: Watch Joe Rogan interview WWE superstar CM Punk, who made his move from professional wrestling to mixed martial arts (MMA) official last night (Dec. 6, 2014) during the UFC 181 pay-per-view (PPV) broadcast. He's ready!
Ultimate Fighting Circus?
Former WWE champion Phil "CM Punk" Brooks signed with UFC on Saturday and may give some MMA fans reason to be disgusted; however, considering how thin the ZUFFA roster is, there may be room for the latest and greatest needle mover.
LIVE! Watch UFC 181 Post-Fight Presser Here
Watch UFC 181 post-fight press conference live online video streaming (YouTube) from Las Vegas, Nevada featuring Johny Hendricks, Robbie Lawler, Anthony Pettis, Gilbert Melendez and more, with fight a night bonus-bearing company president Dana White.
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