Cris Cyborg signs with UFC

Early Wednesday Brizilian news outlet “Combate” ran a story in which Cris Cyborg said the following: “Your excuses for not fighting me are falling almost as fast as you will when I get you in the cage – stop with the reckless steroid allegations- I am clean! You know I have passed multiple test, including random testing- lets do Olympic random testing you and I- like Mayweather/Pacquiao- and one less excuse for you to hide behind – Lorenzo signed me- I’m back and coming for you – but you will either retire to movies or run to 125 like you ran from me at 145- you will never be the best until you fight the best- step up- it takes two to scrap- don’t be scared- the fans see me coming and you talking- have some respect for the fans- it’s embarrassing how you will go up in weight to fight Gina or Leila but not me- regardless I’m coming for you- make an effort instead of just hiding behind excuses – you may have 99 excuses not to fight me – but not being in the UFC ain’t one”.

Once that story was published various news sights ran rapid with the news and since then the huge story has been confirmed by UFC president Dana White durring an interview on UFC tonight on Wednesday night.

The deal in place is a contract with the UFC’s partner company Zuffa. What does this mean exactly? It means that alltgough the contract is signed doesn’t mean she’ll automatically get a crack at Rousey or even fight in the UFC

wether we’ll see cyborg in the UFC depends on if she can cut weight to 135. Cyborg apparently walks around at 175 on a regular basis but competes at 145 in the featherweight division for invictaFC. The deal with Zuffa had apparently been in place ahead of Cyborg’s title defense at Invicta11 this past Febuary. 

Cyborg is still set to defend her featherweight title once more this July so it’s likely she won’t debut as a 135 fighter till earlier 2016. As far as her arche memisis Ronda Rousey she is set to defend her title at UFC 190 on August 1st against undefeated challenger Bethe Corriea in Brazil.

So guys what do you think of the news? Are you excited? Could this mean we’ll finally be getting the matchup that’s been years in the making of Rousey vs Cyborg?

Let us know what you think in the comments.

-Vanessa (@GreatLove91)

WWE and Tapout join forces 

ABG AND WWE® LAUNCH TAPOUT™ JOINT VENTURE

NEW YORK AND STAMFORD, CONN., March 25, 2015 – WWE (NYSE: WWE) and Authentic Brands Group, LLC (ABG) today announced a joint venture for Tapout™, a newly repositioned fitness lifestyle brand. Tapout™ is now the official fitness and training partner of WWE, and will be integrated across WWE’s global platforms including TV programming, WWE Network, pay-per-view broadcasts, live events, digital, and social media.

“Tapout was ABG’s first acquisition and it continues to be a global brand with strong sales and blue chip partners all over the world. We have a very strong commitment to the brand’s ongoing success,” said Jamie Salter, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ABG. “WWE is a media and entertainment force and we are excited to partner with them on Tapout’s future growth.”

“WWE is always looking for new opportunities to partner with best-in-class organizations, develop new products for our fans and drive shareholder value,” said WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon. “This joint venture aligns with our strategic approach, and we look forward to building the Tapout brand.”

As part of this strategic partnership, WWE will create new content featuring its Superstars and Divas in Tapout™ apparel and market the brand across all platforms. Tapout™ branding will also be featured at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, and all performers, trainers, and staff will be outfitted in Tapout™ workout apparel.

“WWE’s expansive reach provides a global platform to broaden Tapout’s presence and consumer base,” said Nick Woodhouse, President and Chief Marketing Officer of ABG. “This is a powerhouse pairing given the synergy between Tapout’s brand promise to be the premiere hard-body fitness brand, and WWE’s commitment to training and fitness.”

“Combining ABG’s strengths in retail brand development, licensing and distribution with WWE’s marketing expertise, global reach and passionate fan base, makes for a powerful partnership,” said Michelle D. Wilson, WWE Chief Revenue & Marketing Officer. “The Tapout brand will enable us to expand into new product categories and further grow our current $1 billion consumer product retail business.”

The next generation of Tapout preserves the original brand essence and drives a hard-body, fitness-centric message positioned around motivation, discipline and determination. An all new line of men’s and women’s performance apparel and accessories will launch at retail in Spring 2016. New Tapout™ branding and packaging will roll out in key categories throughout 2015 starting with beverages, supplements and fitness centers.

Vince Russo Visits Lucha Underground

Vince Russo conducts an impromptu interview with some Lucha Underground superfans in line to attend the show.

Rusev’s WrestleMania 31 Workout Video

Step inside the gym with United States Champion Rusev and witness the brutal physical preparation he’s going through for his WrestleMania 31 showdown against John Cena.

John Cena To Be Guest Tonight on Jimmy Kimmel Live

John Cena will be a guest tonight(Wednesday, March 25) on Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC to promote his match with Rusev at WrestleMania 31.

Roman Reigns & Paul Heyman Appeared On ESPN’s SportsNation

Roman Reigns appeared on ESPN’s SportsNation for an interview with host Michelle Beadle and was interrupted by Paul Heyman. They were on the show to promote the Roman Reigns VS Brock Lesnar WrestleMania 31 main event match for the WWE World Heavyweight Title.Heyman also appeared later in another segment on the show called Shut It or Shout It.

Here is the full segment with Roman Reigns:

Watch Ronda Rousey Give Jimmy Fallon The Armbar

Ronda Rousey appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon last night. During the appearance she demonstrated the Infamous Armbar on Jimmy

Lucha Undergound Preview: 3/25/15 – 2 Title Matches

Alberto El Patron will defend the AAA World Heavyweight Championship for the first time ever in Lucha Underground.

AAA World Heavyweight Championship: Bull Rope Match: (C) Alberto El Patron VS Texano

Lucha Underground World Title: Boyle Heights Street Fight: (C) Prince Puma w/Konnan VS Cage

Finally…The Rock. Is Back. At SNL

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On March 28th, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is scheduled to host Saturday Night Live for the 4th time. He’ll be promoting his new movie, Furious 7, the latest installment in the Fast & Furious franchise by returning to the famed late night sketch-comedy show. With it being the night before WrestleMania, perhaps The Rock may mention the Super Bowl of professional wrestling occurring the next day. Even if WrestleMania isn’t brought up, it’s definitely a weekend for WWE fans, with the Hall of Fame taking place the night before WrestleMania following WrestleMania week in the California Bay Area, home of WrestleMania 31.

While The Rock is one of the biggest stars to come out of the WWE, it is always a positive to see WWE alum making big splashes in the mainstream world. Who knows? Maybe someone like John Cena may host in the near future, especially considering that he’s in two films with flooded with SNL alum—Trainswreck costars Bill Hader and features appearances by alum Colin Quinn and current cast member Vanessa Bayer while Sisters stars SNL alum Tina Fey and Amy Poehler along with Maya Rudolph, Rachel Dratch, and current SNL-er Kate McKinnon. Here’s to wishing The Rock a fun 4th time out hosting Saturday Night Live.

-Celine

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