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Baroni Meets Returning Ewin in BAMMA 6 Middleweight Bout (4/8/2011 9:36:15 AM)
Phil Baroni will return to action for the British Association of Mixed Martial Arts on May 21, when the “New York Bad Ass” squares off against former Cage Rage champion Matt Ewin in a middleweight duel at BAMMA 6.
Phil Baroni, Frank Trigg targeted for BAMMA 6 appearances, but contracts not yet signed (3/30/2011 9:50:00 PM)
UFC and PRIDE veterans Phil Baroni and Frank Trigg have each been targeted for an appearance at May's BAMMA 6 event, but neither has committed to the fight card. The potential bookings were first reported by MMA Fighting.com, but MMAjunkie.com has subsequently confirmed with sources close to the fighters that neither has signed a bout agreement for the event. BAMMA 6, which is expected to feature a middleweight title fight between current BAMMA champ Tom "Kong" Watson and Murilo "Ninja" Rua, is scheduled for May 21 at London's Wembley Arena.
Bobby Lashley, Phil Baroni Win at Titan FC 17; Figueroa, Sultanakhmedov Win at M-1 Challenge 24 (3/26/2011 5:00:52 AM)
Heavyweight Bobby Lashley and UFC veteran Phil Baroni returned to the win column with victories at Friday's Titan Fighting Championships 17 in Kansas City, Kansas.Also on Friday, M-1 Global made its Showtime debut with M-1 Challenge 24, which included title wins by Jose Figueroa and Magomed Sultanakhmedov.
MMAjunkie.com Radio: Baroni, Strikeforce's Melendez, Johnson, LaBerge, McLean (2/9/2011 4:20:00 PM)
MMAjunkie.com Radio today welcomes in studio UFC and PRIDE veteran Phil Baroni, who co-hosts the show as the crew takes a look at Strikeforce's loaded upcoming schedule. Additionally, Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez calls in to discuss the latest on his career, while Strikeforce fighters Lavar Johnson, Josh LaBerge and Jason McLean call in to preview their fights at this weekend's "Strikeforce and M-1 GLobal: Fedor vs. Silva" event. MMAjunkie.com Radio airs from 12-2 p.m. ET (9-11 a.m. PT) live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
Phil Baroni vs. Nick Nolte added to HDNet's Titan Fighting Championships 17 (2/8/2011 2:30:00 PM)
After a recent UFC release, veteran Phil Baroni returns to the cage on March 25 to take on Nick Nolte at Titan Fighting Championships 17. Officials today announced the middleweight fight. The event, which airs live on HDNet, takes place at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kan., the usual home for Titan events.
Titan Fighting Championship 16 lineup complete; weigh-ins feature Phil Baroni appearance (1/26/2011 3:30:00 PM)
Titan Fighting Championship is ready for its HDNet debut. Executives from the Kansas-based promotion recently revealed the final 11-bout lineup for Friday's HDNet-televised event, which is headlined by former UFC champion Tim Sylvia and "The Ultimate Fighter 10" cast member Abe Wagner. "Titan Fighting Championship 16: Sylvia vs. Wagner" takes place Jan. 28 at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kan. It's the first Titan event slated for an HDNet broadcast.
MMAjunkie.com Radio: Baroni (in studio), Guymon, Roop, Harris (1/14/2011 4:30:00 PM)
After an enjoyable experience co-hosting Thursday's edition of MMAjunkie.com Radio, longtime veteran Phil Baroni returns to the studio for another turn on today's show. Another great friend of the show, Mike "Joker" Guymon, joins the program to discuss his upcoming UFC Fight Night 23 bout, as does slugger George Roop. Finally, Gerald Harris joins the show in his weekly role as a special correspondent for the crew's favorite guilty pleasure, MTV's "Jersey Shore." MMAjunkie.com Radio airs from 12-2 p.m. ET (9-11 a.m. PT) live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
MMAjunkie.com Radio: Baroni (in studio), Bader, Dollaway, Lozano, Chandler, Bobish (1/13/2011 4:20:00 PM)
After last-minute troubles forced a late scratch to Wednesday's show, MMAjunkie.com Radio returns in force today with a massive three-hour episode. Phil Baroni stops by the studio to discuss his latest move, while the crew takes calls from UFC veterans Ryan Bader and C.B. Dollaway, Bellator signees Chris Lozano and Michael Chandler, as well as UFC veteran and Ultimate Cage Battles promoter Dan Bobish. MMAjunkie.com Radio airs today from 12-3 p.m. ET (9 a.m.-12 p.m. PT) live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the special-length show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
Phil Baroni signs multi-fight deal with Titan Fighting Championship (1/13/2011 12:30:00 PM)
"The New York Bad Ass" will return. Despite his recent release from the UFC, 34-year-old Phil Baroni will fight again, this time with the Kansas-based Titan Fighting Championship. Titan Fighting Championship officials announced late Wednesday night that Baroni has signed a multi-fight deal with the promotion. The company expects Baroni to debut on March 25 against an opponent still to be determined.
Phil Baroni Signs with Titan FC, Debuts in March Following UFC Release (1/13/2011 5:00:03 AM)
UFC veteran Phil Baroni has signed a multi-fight deal with Titan Fighting Championship after being released by the UFC following his loss to Brad Tavares at UFC 125 on New Year's Day that dropped him to 13-13. Baroni is scheduled to debut as a middleweight at Titan's March 25 event in Kansas City.
Baroni Signs with Titan FC, Fights on March 25 (1/12/2011 9:40:17 PM)
Phil Baroni is once again employed. Less than two weeks after his loss to Brad Tavares at UFC 125 and subsequent release from the promotion, the “New York Bad Ass” has signed a multi-fight contract with Kansas-based Titan Fighting Championships. Baroni will make his return to the ring at the company’s March 25 event.
UFC releases Phil Baroni; "New York Bad Ass" already fielding new offers (1/4/2011 1:30:00 PM)
Phil Baroni's second stint in the UFC is over. The hard-hitting middleweight, who suffered a TKO loss to undefeated up-and-comer Brad Tavares at this past weekend's UFC 125 event, was subsequently released by the world's biggest MMA promotion. MMAjunkie.com confirmed the roster move with sources close to Baroni. The 34-year-old's release was first reported by Versus.com.
Phil Baroni Cut by UFC After UFC 125 Loss (1/4/2011 10:24:36 AM)
Veteran Phil Baroni has been cut by the UFC following his Saturday night loss to middleweight Brad Tavares at UFC 125. Baroni has remained adamant that he will right the course and return to the UFC.
Baroni Released by UFC After New Year’s Day Loss (1/4/2011 10:23:28 AM)
Following a technical knockout loss to prospect Brad Tavares at UFC 125 on Jan. 1, middleweight veteran Phil Baroni has been released by the UFC.
UFC 125 medical suspensions: Nasal fractures hit Edgar, Vera, Davis and Baroni (1/3/2011 10:30:00 PM)
The Nevada State Athletic Commission issued medical suspensions to nine fighters from this past weekend's UFC 125 card, and more than half could be out up to six months. In fact, headliner Frankie Edgar, Brandon Vera, Marcus Davis and Phil Baroni all received lengthy suspensions due to nasal fractures. MMAjunkie.com today requested and received the list of suspensions from the Nevada State Athletic Commission.
Phil Baroni - Bringing The 'Mean' Back (12/29/2010 6:00:00 AM)
In a very one-sided fight, Vitali Klitschko stopped Cristobal Arreola in 10 rounds tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA to retain his WBC Heavyweight Championship. Arreola was never in the fight. Few jabs, poor lateral footwork and a lack of head movement left him wide open for Klitschko. Vitali used his jab
Baroni Believes It’s Win or Get Cut at UFC 125 (12/2/2010 7:30:36 AM)
Phil Baroni knows he has to win.
Baroni admits job is on the line at UFC 125, embraces pressure of the moment (12/1/2010 1:20:00 AM)
Ten-year MMA veteran Phil Baroni makes no attempt to shy away from the situation. Winless in his past two fights, "The New York Bad Ass" recognizes that victory is imperative at UFC 125 if he hopes to continue his pursuit of octagon success. And while some fighters often shy away from admitting additional pressures that accompany their matchups, Baroni welcomes the idea of what failure would cost. After all, considering the price of the alternative just makes victory taste that much sweeter.
Baroni admits job is on the line at UFC 125, embraces the pressure of the moment (12/1/2010 1:20:00 AM)
Ten-year MMA veteran Phil Baroni makes no attempt to shy away from the situation. Winless in his past two fights, "The New York Bad Ass" recognizes that victory is imperative at UFC 125 if he hopes to continue his pursuit of octagon success. And while some fighters often shy away from admitting additional pressures that accompany their matchups, Baroni welcomes the idea of what failure would cost.
MMAjunkie.com Radio: Michael Schiavello, Stephan Bonnar, Tim McKenzie, Phil Baroni (11/30/2010 4:30:00 PM)
MMAjunkie.com Radio today welcomes to the show broadcaster Michael Schiavello, who joins us an in-studio guest host. The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale headliner Stephan Bonnar, Tachi Palace Fights 7's Tim McKenzie, UFC 125's Phil Baroni and The Sunday Junkie winner Nic Volk also join us. MMAjunkie.com Radio airs from 12-2 p.m. ET (9-11 a.m. PT) live from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino's Race & Sports Book. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.
Phil Baroni vs. Brad Tavares official for "UFC 125: Resolution" prelims (11/25/2010 1:30:00 PM)
A long-rumored matchup between "The Ultimate Fighter 11" semifinalist Brad Tavares and veteran fighter Phil Baroni is finally official for UFC 125. UFC brass recently announced that the matchup, which was previously reported by MMAjunkie.com, will take place on the evening's preliminary card. "UFC 125: Resolution" takes place Jan. 1 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, and the night's main card airs on pay-per-view.
Phil Baroni vs. Brad Tavares Expected for UFC 125 on Jan. 1 (10/12/2010 4:00:37 AM)
Veteran Phil Baroni will look to avoid a likely UFC release when he's expected to face undefeated Ultimate Fighter 11 semifinalist Brad Tavares in a welterweight bout at "UFC 125: Edgar vs. Maynard 2" on January 1 in Las Vegas.
Phil Baroni vs. Brad Tavares targeted for UFC 125 on Jan. 1 (10/11/2010 10:20:00 PM)
"The Ultimate Fighter 11" semifinalist Brad Tavares will put his perfect record on the line when he meets veteran fighter Phil Baroni at UFC 125. Sources close to the event today told MMAjunkie.com that verbal agreements are in place for the fight, which is expected to take place at middleweight. UFC 125 takes place Jan. 1 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, and the night's main card airs on pay-per-view.
Baroni Out Of Ufc 118 With Collarbone Injury (8/19/2010 8:36:37 PM)
Phil Baroni is out of a scheduled middleweight bout with John Salter when the UFC debuts in Boston on Aug. 28 ...
Dan Miller Replaces Baroni At Ufc 118 (8/19/2010 8:36:37 PM)
The replacements are coming in quick for injured fighters as MMAWeekly has now confirmed that Dan Miller will get the call to step in on short notice to face John Salter at UFC 118 in Boston after Phil Baroni was forced out of the fight with a collarbone injury...