While it may not go down as the most entertaining mixed martial arts bout in history, the rematch between Ben Askren and Ryan Thomas happened exactly the way that fans should have expected.

Texascombatsports.com photographer Dominic Velando presents these moments from Bellator 19 at the Verizon Theatre in Grand Prairie, Texas.

MATCS TUF blogger Chris Huntemann returns to his writing just as a Mid-Atlantic fan favorite returns to the show. Below is the Huntemann discussion last night's episode of The Ultimate Fighter:

Five days after the eleventh hour cancellation of Shine Fights: Worlds Collide card on Saturday, May 15, official word from both the Shine organization and the North Carolina State Athletic Commission has come in.

NMCS Boxing Editor and Lead Interviewer Dan Hernandez embarks on another project. Dan will be researching and writing about classic sports venues of past eras, many that have undergone modernization and still exist today. This series will reveal the architectural history of these famous venues as well as the significant events they've hosted. If you have any venues you think should be included please contact Dan at danh@nmcombatsports.com or our tip line. Thank you and enjoy!