UFC veteran John Alessio signs with Bellator MMA, expected to debut in fall tournament
After going winless in three stints with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), longtime mixed martial arts (MMA) veteran John Alessio will look for a fresh start with Bellator MMA.
The 33-year-old announced on via Twitter on Friday (May 31, 2013) that he had inked a deal with the Viacom-owned promotion and is expected to debut later this year as part of the fall lightweight tournamentâ...
John âThe Naturalâ Alessio signs a multifight deal with the Aggression Fighting Championship (AFC)
Aggression Fighting Championship (AFC) is excited to announce Canadian MMA star John Alessio has signed a multifight deal, which will see him headline AFC 13 in Victoria BC. Alessio (34-16) being a free agent had many options on  where to sign, however, when the final decision had to made he chose the Aggression Fighting Championships. âThe AFC and John Alessio have been speaking...
UFC 148: Full main-card coverage
FX PRELIMS: LIGHTWEIGHT MATCHUP
John Alessio vs. Shane Roller
Round 1 - Alessio comes forward but doesn't connect after a solid leg kick. Alessio again comes forward, but as Roller fakes a takedown, Roller lights him up with two solid hooks. Accidental kick to the groin on Alessio gets a stoppage from the ref. On the replay, you see just how painful the shot was. On the restart...
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July 07, 2012
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Smack Talk Sports With #UFC Fighter @johnalessio79 Live 7pm EST Tuesday 6/26/12
CLNS Radio Smack Talk Sports C0-Hosts the SportsProdigy Chris McCarthy and Sean Bakke will be joined by UFC Fighter John âThe NaturalâAlessio Live at a special start time of 7pm EST! You can follow John Alessio on Twitter @johnalessio79Â John Alessio will be back in action at UFC 148 in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, [...]
Smack Talk Sports Guest Announcement: Live Tuesday 7pm EST with UFC Fighter John Alessio
This Tuesday Smack Talk Sports will be joined by UFC Fighter John âThe NaturalâAlessio Live at a special start time of 7pm EST! John Alessio will be back in action at UFC 148 in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, July 7. John has been working a long time towards making his mark in the UFC. [...]
John Alessio vs. Shane Roller set for UFC 148
UFC officials have announced that a lightweight bout between John Alessio and Shane Roller has been signed for UFC 148. The bout is the tenth bout announced for Julyâs UFC 148.
UFC 148 takes place July 7 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event will be headlined by a middleweight title bout between current UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva and #1 contender...
John Alessio: Seeking redemption in the UFC in a fight for Canadian pride
Fight fans north of the border will be forced to choose between two of their proudest Countrymen this Saturday night as John Alessio is paired up with Mark Bocek.
Over the past few years Alessio has notched ten victories with his lone setback coming to Siyar Bahadurzada who just proved his worth as a prospect last weekend obliterating Brazilian striker Paulo Thiago in just 42 seconds...
Score Fighting Series 4 quick results: Alessio edges out Healy in main event
MMASucka.com was live from the Hamilton Place Theatre in Hamilton, Ontario for the Score Fighting Series 4. The main event was a tough test for John Alessio as he pushed his way past a very dangerous Ryan Healy.
Full results belowâŚ
Main Card
John Alessio defeats Ryan Healy by Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Josh Hill defeats Eric Wilson by Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30...
UFC Vet John Alessio Admits To Past PED Use
âIâll be honest with you. Iâm an honest person. When I was young â in my 18, 19, 20s, you know, 22 â I dabbled in a few of them (Performance Enhancing Drugs) . I tried them out [to see] how it is, so I know what they can do, and I know how they [...]
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March 13, 2012
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John Alessio Hopes Victory over Healy will Lead Back to UFC
Popular Canadian veteran John âThe Naturalâ Alessio returns to action March 16th in Hamilton, Ontario for the Score Fighting Series. Alessioâs opponent will be Team Quest product Ryan âDiamondâ Healy and Alessio is hoping that the end of the evening not only sees his hand raised in victory, but leads to an invitation back to the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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