It is being reported that UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones has sustained a leg injury and will not be able to defend his title against challenger Daniel Cormier on September 27th. (You can check out the full story here) http://m.ufc.com/news/jones-injured-out-of-ufc-178?utm_campaign=UFC+178+Jones+vs+Cormier&utm_source=15600&utm_medium=Facebook%3A+UFC&
The title bout is being rescheduled for January 3rd.
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
Earlier today UFC president Dana White sent out a tweet. In that tweet Dana White said that he had lunch with Anderson Silva and that the Diaz fight was done!
The fight is set to take place in Vegas on January 31st 2014. You can read more on the fight here http://at.ufc.com/zRgF
I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say the MMA fanbase collectively went themselves during this announcement. What team are you on TeamDiaz or TeamSilva? One things for sue this is going to be one hell of a fight.
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
As a part of Comic Con yesterday in San Diego members of the “Yes movement” got some pretty awesome news because their leader Daniel Bryan announced he is currently working on an autobiography. The superstar says the book will feature early memories of his childhood and of his wrestling career leading up to him winning the WWE world heavyweight title at Wrestlemania 30 (and then some)
Bryan also went on to say that the writing process has been very therapeutic in dealing with his injury & the lost of his father.
If you missed the announcement you can check it out here. http://youtu.be/XAcFsJqFB2A
You can now order the book as part of pre order here http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/125006788X/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?camp=213733&creative=393185&creativeASIN=125006788X&keywords=Yes!%3A%20My%20Improbable%20Journey%20to%20the%20Main%20Event%20of%20WrestleMania&linkCode=shr&linkId=JTP7HY3H52KP5AT7&qid=1406238644&redirect=true&sr=8-1&tag=joeystylescom-20
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
It was noted yesterday on DTRTwrestling weekly that there was talks of Gina Carano being signed to the UFC by next week. Now it is being said the UFC president Dana White is scheduled to meet with Carano Monday, after UFC’s event in Ireland. White is almost positive that some sort of deal will be worked out. White also said that Carano’s first fight in the UFC will more then likely be against Ronda Rousey for the title sometime in December. You can read the full article here http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/7/18/5916115/dana-white-will-meet-with-gina-carano-monday-and-is-pretty-confident
What do you guys think? Do you think it’s fair that Carano will more then likely automatically be getting a title shot even though she hasn’t competed since 2009??
I mean after all this is a fight lots of fans have wanted to see plus the champ herself has made it clear she’d love to fight Carano. Sound off let us know how you feel about this possible bout.
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
Some pretty upsetting news for members of the Gun Club. It was announced via twitter @Mable_Duke (Jessamyn’s mom) that the bones in her palm are not suppose to be sticking out and that Jess will need surgery to repair the problem. Surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning (Friday) you can check out the tweet here
For those who don’t know Duke broke her hand in two places in her bout against smith last night (7/16/14 at UFC fight night 45) after landing a right to the face of smith. Due to the injury Duke was unable to properly defend when pushed up against the cage. Smith then hit Duke with a knee to the liver which caused Duke to drop ultimately leading to the stoppage by the referee.
After the fight via twitter smith thanked Duke for the fight into which Duke responded “No THANK YOU. Disappointed that I couldn’t give you more but grateful for the opportunity nonetheless”
One can assume that a rematch between these to is bound to happen, but first things first. It’s recovery time for “The Gun” on behalf of everyone here on DTRTwrestling we would like to extend our well wishes to Jessamyn and hope for a speedy recovery. As a huge fan I would like to personally say that no matter what happens I’ll be here eagerly awaiting her return to the octagon. She has my support 100%
You can check out photos of the injury below.
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91
Reminder that this week’s DTRT Wrestling Weekly broadcast will be live tonight instead of Friday. Listen live tonight at 6 PM Eastern.
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Prior to last night the last time we saw BJ Penn in the octagon was in December of 2012 when he lost to Rory McDonald via unanimous decision. Many people wondered if BJ would make a return. Despite the lost from McDonald Penn is arguably one of the greatest lightweight fighters of all time & his record of (16-10-2) speaks for itself even if people don’t think it’s a good one because in some ways Penn really did break the mold.
It was his opponent from last night Frankie Edgar who had previously beaten him twice that convinced Penn to get back in competition in early 2014. Last night at the ultimate fighter 19 finally Edgar knocked out penn in the 3rd round.
It was at the post fight press conference where Penn announced his retirement & said this. “This is the end I would’ve complained and complained that I could do it again now I know I can’t” you can check out what else penn had to say here http://www.ewrestlingnews.com/news/breaking-santino-marella-retires
BJ Penn is one of the few fighters to hold a world title in multiple weight classes and he truly is a legend in his own right.
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
It is being reported on the inter webs that according to fans it attendance at the “WWE LIVE” show in Toronto CA today, professional wrestler Santino Marella (real name Anthony Carelli) announced his retirement. Santino was billed as Italian but really is Canadian. According to fans Marella came out and said he’s suffered his third neck injury and he’s sorry he can’t preform anymore but is proud to be Canadian.
Santino Marella made his debut in 2003 as a fan in the crowd who challenged the late Umaga for the IC title and actually ended up winning the title with a little help from Bobby Lashly
He was a face his entire time with the WWE & served predominately as a comedic relief. One of his most memorable moments was his “Santina” persona who just so happened to win the very first “Miss Wrestlemania battle royal” at Wrestlemania 25
On behalf of everyone here at DTRTwrestling we would like to wish Santino all the best and thank him for the memories.
Are you a fan of Santino and are you saddened by the news? What is your favorite Santino moment? Let us know.
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
UFC women’s Batemweight champion is set to defend her title against challenger Alexis Davis this Saturday at UFC175 on ppv. Before she steps inside the octagon though she will be making an appearance on WWE’s Jr podcast today which will hit the interwebs tomorrow at 6pmPST/9pmPST. Have a question for Ronda submit it via twitter @JRsBBQ using #AskJr
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
I’m afraid I’ve got some bad news… Literally. Intercontinental champion “Bad News Barrett” was reportedly injured today during Smackdown’s live tapings. It is being said he injured his shoulder when Jack Swagger threw him into the barricade. Barrett’s status of competing in the MITB ladder match is unsure at the moment. You can read more about the injury here http://www.wwe.com/inside/intercontinental-champion-bad-news-barrett-injured-26428145
-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)
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