Fight-size MMA Update: Chael Sonnen’s Fighting Future, UFC Fighters Win ESPY Awards, New Fights Set, Bonuses
– Chael Sonnen told Brendan Schaub on Fighter and the Kid that even if UFC called him, he wouldn’t fight again.
– Gegard Mousasi is trying to get fights with Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort, Uriah Hall and Derek Brunson for the MSG show in November.
– Tony Ferguson and Lando Vannata earned $50,000 following UFC Fight Night 91 for their instant classic of a fight, getting “Fight of the Night” honors. John Lineker and Luis Smolka took home the two remaining “Performance” bonuses.
– Combate Americas has landed a deal with UFC Fight Pass. Their first event on the streaming service will air on August 11.
– New UFC Women’s Bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes injured her hand at UFC 200, but got the news that she won’t require surgery according to MMA Fighting.
– Ross Pearson will move up to 170 pounds and fight Jorge Masvidal at UFC 201.
– Conor McGregor won “Best Fighter,” while Holly Holm won “Best Upset” at the ESPY Awards Wednesday night.
– The UFC will head to Hidalgo, Texas for UFC Fight Night 94 on September 17 at the State Farm Arena.
– UFC 91 drew 5,671 fans for a $381,945 live gate.
– Wilson Reis will remain on the UFC 201 fight card after Demetrious Johnson withdrew. Reis will take on UFC newcomer Sean Santella.
– MMA manager and promoter Monte Cox was sentenced to a 3-month prison term on federal tax charges.
By Fightful Staff
