World Series of Fighting nominated in six categories in 2013 Fighters Only World MMA Awards

  

Ray Sefo, Nick Newell, Josh Burkman, Bas Rutten and Kat Kelley among World Series of Fighting's nominated talent

LAS VEGAS (Jan. 6, 2014) - World Series of Fighting has been honored with six nominations in the latest edition of the Fighters Only World MMA Awards.

World Series of Fighting was one of five organizations nominated for "Best Promotion," World Series of Fighting President Ray Sefo was named in the "Leading Man" category, lightweight contender Nick Newell was nominated for "Breakthrough Fighter of the Year," Josh Burkman's choke-out of Jon Fitch was nominated for "Submission of the Year," World Series of Fighting broadcaster Bas Rutten was named in the "Personality of the Year" category and Kat Kelley was named in the "Ringcard Girl of the Year" grouping.

The sixth-annual Fighters Only World MMA Awards honor achievements from Oct. 1, 2012 to Dec. 31, 2013. Winners are determined by fan voting and will be announced on Feb. 7 during a ceremony at The Venetian and Palazzo Resort, Hotel & Casinos in Las Vegas.

Fans can cast their votes at www.worldmmaawards.com.

World Series of Fighting hosted its first event in November 2012. The promotion has since hosted 10 total events, including eight that aired on NBCSN and another two that took place in Nicaragua under the World Series of Fighting Central American banner. Along the way, the promotion crowned two champions and also announced the official launch of World Series of Fighting Canada, World Series of Fighting Japan and World Series of Fighting Brazil.

The promotion's next event is scheduled for Jan. 18 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. "World Series of Fighting 8: Gaethje vs. Patishnock" sees Justin Gaethje meet Rich Patishnock for the promotion's inaugural lightweight belt, while Jessica Aguilar faces Alida Gray for World Series of Fighting's inaugural women's strawweight title.

About WSOF

World Series of Fighting is a professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fight promotion dedicated to delivering an incredible, action-packed entertainment experience for fight fans by producing the best possible matchups between elite fighters from around the globe. For more information please visit WSOF.com. Follow World Series of Fighting on Twitter @MMAWorldSeries and World Series of Fighting President Ray Sefo @SugarRaySefo.

World Series of Fighting's Derrick Mehmen honored with 2013 Bazzie Award

"Caveman" given "KO Punch of the Year" award for stunning World Series of Fighting 5 knockout of Rolles Gracie

 

LAS VEGAS, (Dec. 30, 2013) - World Series of Fighting heavyweight Derrick Mehmen provided one of the most memorable knockouts of the year with his stunning finish of Rolles Gracie, and the "Caveman" was awarded a 2013 Bazzie Award for his effort.

Mehmen's one-punch knockout of Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert Rolles Gracie, who was 8-1 entering the fight, was named the "KO Punch of the Year" at this past weekend's Bazzie Awards, presented by Kenny Rice and MMA legend Bas Rutten on AXS TV's weekly MMA news series "Inside MMA."

"Thank you 'Inside MMA' for 'KO Punch of the Year,'" Mehmen said on the show. "I'd also like to thank my management team, KO Dynasty, American Top Team and Hard Drive Mixed Martial Arts and all my training partners and family and especially all the fans for tuning in and watching my 'KO Punch of the Year. Look for me in 2014."

The 28-year-old Mehmen made his World Series of Fighting debut in September at World Series of Fighting 5, where he leveled Gracie with a massive right hand. The power of the blow spun Gracie around before he fell face-first into the canvas in a shocking scene.

Mehmen (16-5) returns to action on Jan. 18, where he meets Scott "The Bear" Barrett (13-3) at "World Series of Fighting 8: Gaethje vs. Gonzalez," which takes place at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. The evening's main card airs on NBCSN following preliminary bouts that stream on World Series of Fighting's official website, WSOF.com.

Additionally, World Series of Fighting partner Pancrase, a Tokyo-based promotion with 20 years of experience, was also honored at the 2013 Bazzie Awards.

Takuya Eizumi's slick rolling armbar finish of Teppei Masuda was named the 2013 Bazzie Awards' "Submission of the Year." The matchup took place at July's "Pancrase 250: 2013 Neo-Blood Tournament Finals" event.

World Series of Fighting Japan is set to host its debut event in early 2014.

About WSOF

World Series of Fighting is a professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fight promotion dedicated to delivering an incredible, action-packed entertainment experience for fight fans by producing the best possible matchups between elite fighters from around the globe. For more information please visit WSOF.com. Follow World Series of Fighting on Twitter @MMAWorldSeries and World Series of Fighting President Ray Sefo @SugarRaySefo.

Former World Champion and Martial Arts Super Star, BAS RUTTEN, on 3 Rounds With…!

Blackbelt TV, The World’s Martial Arts Television Network, has one of the sports’ legendary athletes hang out with Jabbin’ JJ on 3 Rounds With…! The one-and-only Bas Rutten tells all about his views on martial arts and MMA today, how his acting career is booming, and of course, his famous bar fights and self-defense tactics!  Bas Rutten started his MMA career in 1993, after many years of Karate, TaeKwonDo, and Kickboxing training. He won a UFC Heavyweight Championship, 3 King of Pancrase Championships, and put together a 22 fight unbeaten streak! Now, Bas is the star of Punk Payback, co-hosts of Inside MMA, and co-star on the hit MMA movie Here Comes the Boom!

You can catch this great interview on 3 Rounds With…, only on Blackbelt TV. Get a sneak-peak of Bas Rutten talking about one of his famous bar fights HERE, and if you want to hear some great behind-the-scenes stories of the interview, check out Jabbin’ JJ’s personal blog for 3 Rounds With… HERE! 3 Rounds With… is the World’s only all martial arts interview show where Jabbin’ JJ talks with Hollywood actors about their love for martial arts, top MMA and martial arts stars and legends, and more! 3 Rounds With… has featured action star Danny Trejo, legendary kick boxer Don “The Dragon” Wilson, the Queen of Armbars Ronda Rousey, and many more! Blackbelt TV is The World’s Martial Arts Television Network, airing the best fight leagues from around the world, classic kung fu movies, and tons of original programming. The network is hosted by stunning girls called Fight Jocks, including Playboy’s 2013 Playmate of the Year, Rockin’ Raquel! Kicks, Flicks, & Chicks!

Maromo wins Rising Star Award at The Bazzie’s

‘Afrikan Assassin’ claims major honor from AXS TV’s ‘Inside MMA’

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For the second time in the history of the Maximum Fighting Championship, one of the organization’s fighters has been bestowed with the honor of winning a prestigious Bazzie Award from AXS TV’s “Inside MMA.”

“The Afrikan Assassin” Mukai Maromo claimed the Rising Star Award during the special year-end broadcast of ‘The Bazzies’ which aired on Christmas Eve on AXS TV. Maromo won both of his fights in 2012, taking a controversial split-decision verdict from Adam Lynn at MFC 33, and then electrifying the crowd at MFC 34 in the rematch against Lynn when he scored a scintillating second-round knockout which also earned him the MFC’s 2012 Knockout of the Year.

The Bazzies are named after mixed martial arts icon and “Inside MMA” analyst Bas Rutten.

“Winning the Bazzie is an incredible honor and a big part of achieving my dream of becoming an icon in this sport,” said Maromo, who will fight for the vacant MFC lightweight title against Graham Spencer on Friday, February 15 live on AXS TV Fights from the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton, Alberta.

Prior to Maromo, MFC competitors Jason Kuchera and Aron Lofton received the Bazzie for 2008’s Bloodiest Fight of the Year.

The honor was especially gratifying for Maromo (Twitter: @AfrikanAssassin), who emerged on the scene in 2011 after arriving in the United States on a track and field scholarship from his native Zimbabwe. Now making his home in Edmonton, Alberta, the 29-year-old has become one of the MFC’s most engaging and crowd-pleasing fighters with his colorful personality and striking prowess.

“I couldn’t have done without the MFC family, AXS TV Fights, and all my sponsors who have aided me thus far in my journey,” reflected Maromo.

“It’s surreal every time I see myself in some sort of media. I can’t help but look to the beginning of my journey and realizing how far I’ve come and how far I have left to go.”

Maromo enters the title fight riding a five-fight winning streak. During his tenure under the Maximum Fighting Championship banner, Maromo has won two Knockout of the Night awards, and shared the MFC’s 2011 Fight of the Year with Sabah Fadai.

“I’m particularly proud of Mukai winning the Rising Star Award. He definitely fits the description perfectly,” noted Mark Pavelich, Owner/President of the Maximum Fighting Championship.

“He had an outstanding 2012 and I believe there’s bigger and better things on the horizon for him in 2013 starting with his title fight against Graham Spencer at MFC 36. Mukai has all the makings to go well beyond a Rising Star.”

Tickets for MFC 36: Reality Check are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.ca or by calling the MFC Ticket Hotline at (780) 504-2024.

Pacific X-Treme Combat to launch Big John’s MMA Fight Club app in Guam and the Philippines during PXC-34 on November 17th in Manila

Lake Elsinore, Calif.—November 17, 2012—Must Go Mobile (MGM), provider of creative, results-driven applications and mobile marketing , announced that the company, along with Big John McCarthy, will partner with Pacific X-Treme Combat (PXC) to launch Big John’s MMA Fight Club app in Guam and the Philippines. Big John McCarthy will also serve as referee at the PXC-34  event on November 17 in the Philippines.

Big John’s MMA Fight Club app allows MMA fans around the world to predict the outcome of UFC, Strikeforce, Bellator, Invicta and PXC fight matchups. Fans earn virtual dollars that can be used toward the purchase of Big John MMA gear and there will be prizes awarded, through monthly contests and sweepstakes, to the member base. The app is available to iPhone, iPad, iTouch Mobile, Droid and Web users.

Big John, the most well-known, respected referee of the MMA community, provides exclusive commentary along with a new guest celebrity fighter each month. App users can challenge their friends to test their knowledge of the fighters and prediction abilities against both the guest host and each other. Former UFC Heavyweight Champion, Bas Rutten is currently serving as the first guest host for November and December.

PXC-34 will feature two of the top MMA prospects from the Hawaiian Islands against Japanese MMA talent looking to make statements in their PXC debuts. Featherweight, Dustin Kimura and Bantamweight, Russell Doane, will match up with veteran Shooto fighter, Guy Delumeau, and undefeated Michinori Tanaka, respectively, in front of thousands at Araneta Coliseum in Manila, Philippines. PXC-34 will be broadcast live nation-wide in the Philippines and will stream free online for fans around the world via Sherdog. In the Philippines, PXC receives almost 500,000 viewers per event on free-to-air television nation-wide.  

 “We are extremely excited to be able to bring Big John’s app to Guam and the Philippines and with two PXC fighters being signed to the UFC in the last three months, this partnership seemed like a natural progression,” said Edward J. Calvo, CEO of PXC. “We look forward to a long and prosperous relationship together.”

The cost of the app is $1.99 and users can also enter to win a trip to the fights and meet Big John. More details can be found at www.MMAFightClubApp.com

“Asia is a huge market for the MMA and we are thrilled to be working with PXC so that fans in Asia can take part in challenging their knowledge of MMA,” said Big John McCarthy, MMA referee.

About PXC

Pacific X-treme Combat, also known as PXC, was established in 2004 on the US island territory of Guam, and since then, has set the pacific region on fire showcasing the highest level of MMA action on a consistent basis. Owned and operated by the Calvo family, PXC is a Tropical Productions company and has produced over 34 professional events and over 30 amateur shows in Guam, where MMA is a mainstream sport. PXC is an exclusive MMA partner of TV5, subsidiary of two of the Philippines’ top mobile companies—SMART and SunCell. 

About Must Go Mobile

Must Go Mobile delivers creative solutions that are results-driven for engagement between the mobile world and the companies that strive for a collaborative effort between mobile marketing, application development and consumer engagement. The company brings technology, entertainment, mobile devices and the people who use them together. For more information, please visit www.mustgomobile.com.

Video Highlights: Dana White LIVE on Inside MMA

Tonight on INSIDE MMA, UFC President Dana White joined hosts Kenny Rice and Bas Rutten LIVE in studio.  Video highlights from their conversation covering the world of MMA:

Dana White on Instant Replay: 

http://youtu.be/gmEXU2FxQT0

Dana White on Jon Jones: 

http://youtu.be/AUCpWMrr91g

Dana White on Ultimate Fighter, Roy Nelson and Ultimate Fighter Australia:

http://youtu.be/Fp0_Q96ui2s

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Top MMA Fighters Battle alongside Tyler Ransom against Nephrotic Syndrome

(Tampa, FL)- Eleven year old Tyler Ransom has been battling a disease that only affects 20 children out of 1,000,000; a disease that causes his kidneys to malfunction and produce severe swelling in his face and legs.

When Tyler was only two, he was diagnosed with Nephrotic Syndrome and ever since has been on a strict dairy and gluten free diet, as well as having to take over eight medications and supplements a day. However, Tyler's condition hasn't disabled him, but has created a desire to help other kids with the same disease and has motivated him to raise awareness of this rare disorder.

Tyler's strength and courage to fight Nephrotic Syndrome has caught the attention of many MMA fighters and has led to interviews with Inside MMA hosts, Bas Rutten and Kenny Rice and Strikeforce fighter Ronda Rousey, a Judo Olympic Medalist and Strikeforce Women's bantamweight champion. Together with Tyler Ransom, these MMA fighters are squaring off against Nephrotic Syndrome and won't quit until there is a cure.

For more information about Tyler Ransom visit: http://www.HealingTyler.com/

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