Mikechiappetta

Mike Chiappetta

Senior Writer

Mike Chiappetta has worked for MMAFighting.com since 2009. Prior to that, he launched mainstream media coverage in mixed martial arts with the creation of the first full-fledged MMA section on a major sports site at NBCSports.com in 2006. He's also been a writer and contributor for ESPN.com, Spike and Fight! Magazine, among others, and appeared as an analyst on countless television shows and radio programs.

MOST RECENT POSTS

While Fallon Fox draws headlines, opponent Allanna Jones, CFA president see opportunity

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Fallon Fox may get all of the headlines, but her Friday night opponent Allanna Jones and CFA president Jorge De La Noval are also hoping to capitalize on the extra attention her presence brings.

The Forward Roll: UFC on FX 8 edition

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What might be next for some of the key winners and losers of last Saturday night's event.

Manager: Nate Diaz feels no remorse for tweet that got him fined, suspended

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Nate Diaz's manager Mike Kogan said on Monday's MMA Hour that Nate Diaz never meant to offend or target the gay community, and so has no remorse for the word he used to criticize Bryan Caraway.

For Vitor Belfort, a late-career surge clouded by TRT use

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At 36 years old, Vitor Belfort is experiencing one of the best stretches of his career, but it may never be appreciated for what it was due to his use of testosterone replacement therapy.

UFC on FX 8 results: Vitor Belfort knocks out Luke Rockhold

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In a spectacular first-round finish, Vitor Belfort used a spinning heel kick to knock out Luke Rockhold, and knock on the door of another middleweight title shot.

UFC on FX 8: 'Jacare' Souza puts Chris Camozzi to sleep

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In his long-awaited UFC debut, Ronaldo Souza showed no octagon jitters, snapping Chris Camozzi's win streak with a quickness.

UFC on FX 8 results: Rafael dos Anjos edges Evan Dunham

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In a result that caused some mild controversy, Rafael dos Anjos earned the judges' nod after three rounds against Evan Dunham.

UFC on FX 8 results: Rafael Natal overwhelms Joao Zeferino with late rally

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In a battle of Brazilians, Rafael Natal overwhelmed his countryman in the final two rounds, earning a unanimous decision.

UFC on FX 8 results: Gleison Tibau chokes out John Cholish

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Gleison Tibau won in front of a rabid home country crowd, submitting John Cholish at UFC on FX 8.

Report: Renan Barao forced out of UFC 161 interim title defense

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The UFC may be on the hunt for a new headliner when they head to Winnipeg, as interim bantamweight champ Renan Barao has reportedly injured a foot, necessitating a withdrawal from the event.