MMA Combat - UFC 132 - Cruz vs. Faber, Pick 'em
UFC 132 - Cruz vs. Faber takes place this Saturday, June 2, 2011, at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, and features a bantamweight title fight between fierce rivals Uriah "The California Kid" Faber and Dominick "The Dominator" Cruz in what is expected to be a fight of the year candidate, although co-main event participants Chris Leben and Wanderlei Silva may have something to say about that. Below you will find our picks for this weekend's main-card, with a brief explanation behind each.
Matt Wiman (13-5-0) vs. Dennis Siver (18-7-0)
Matt Wiman is a winner in three straight appearances and looks to put together his second four-fight winning streak since joining the promotion. With his relentless pace and commitment to takedowns, Wiman can be a headache for any lightweight without solid takedown defense. Although he lacked just that at one time, Dennis Siver - a winner in three straight himself - has demonstrated great improvements in each of his recent bouts. A strong, technical striker with a growing knowledge of wrestling and submissions, I expect Siver to dictate the majority of this contest, ultimately stopping Wiman on third round strikes.
Carlos Condit (26-5-0) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (14-0-1)
A winner of three in a row "The Natural Born Killer" Carlos Condit is a finisher by nature. Having posted 13 submissions and 12 [T]KOs in 26 professional wins, Condit has been to decision only three times in 31 bouts to date. If there is a vulnerability, it's against high-level grapplers, but as he demonstrated against Rory MacDonald, victory is never more than one or two big strikes away. Dong Hyun Kim is a big welterweight with fantastic takedowns and stifling top control. Undefeated at 5-0 (1 NC) inside the octagon, Kim simply grinds a little harder than his opposition as is proof by his seven decision wins. We're going with the South Korean here via unanimous decision as the style match-up does not appear favorable for the Team Jackson representative. It is worth noting that this bout could be a sleeper for fight of the night honors.
Tito Ortiz (15-8-1) vs. Ryan Bader (12-1-0)
Former UFC light heavyweight champion, Tito Ortiz, has not realized top form since 2004/2005. Hampered by lingering injuries that have made the once explosive wrestler and ground and pound specialist rely on other parts of his game, Ortiz is in deep against a fighter with a similar skill-set to his own with far fewer miles on his body. Look for Bader to negate any takedowns Ortiz may attempt as he is the more accomplished wrestler regardless of the age gap. Something else Bader possesses, is power in his hands that Ortiz has never been known for. The odds are stacked against "The Huntington Beach Bad Boy," which is why we're picking Ryan Bader via unanimous decision.
Wanderlei Silva (33-10-1) vs. Chris Leben (25-7-0)
Wanderlei Silva for more than a decade has been one of my favorite fighters to watch. Five years he reigned over the PRIDE FC middleweight division, striking fear into his opponents with the game's most fabled staredown, which fighting with a chip on his shoulder larger than could be found anywhere in the game. PRIDE epitomized the young Brazilian; a 34 year-old father today, Silva has mellowed from his earlier days, but showed in his debut at 185lbs against Michael Bisping that he is still a very dangerous man, flooring Bisping in the final moments of the bout and picking up with win with a unanimous decision. Chris Leben lives and dies by the sword in a similar fashion. A brawler with big knockout power in his hands, "The Crippler" posted three great victories in 2010 before being stopped by the powerful Brian Stann on first round strikes this past January 1. My thinking is Silva finds himself in similar waters to Ortiz; coming off an injury, having not competed since February 2010, he will likely experience some rust as Leben takes a close decision from the man he once emulated as a young fighter himself.
UFC Bantamweight Championship
Urijah Faber (25-4-0) vs. Dominick Cruz (17-1-0)
One thing everyone agrees on heading into Saturday's main-event for the UFC bantamweight title is that you can throw the history books out with concern to their first encounter; both of these world class athletes are different fighters today, and particularly the champ, Dominick Cruz. Cruz is one of the sport's more elusive fighters, bobbing and weaving for as long as the fight lasts with an endless gas tank at his disposal. He has been defeated only once in eighteen professional bouts and has showed flashes of possessing the timing and well rounded game akin to welterweight champion, Georges St. Pierre; but at 25-4 and 32 years of age, Faber is one of those special talents blessed with a healthy body after years of competition and hasn't lost a step to-date. He remains one of the more creative and crafty fighters in MMA and with consecutive wins since joining the 135lbs ranks, has the confidence back that made him too a top pound-for-pound fighter not long ago. The pick here is Faber; the creativity and experience of the one-time featherweight champ will be the difference in a highly contested bout, as Faber locks in a submission in the championship rounds.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Thursday 30 June 2011
Wednesday 29 June 2011
MMA Combat - Marquardt Bounced for Elevated Levels of Testosterone
Tuesday, June 28, 2011, former UFC middleweight turned welterweight, Nate Marquardt, came forward with an explanation for his highly publicized dismissal from the promotion after failing to pass his medical prior to UFC Live 4 where he was to compete in the main-event against Rick Story.
Marquardt cited a deficiency that required him to take prescribed cycles of testosterone, as recommended by his doctor, as the reason behind his failed test. Marquardt maintains he communicated with UFC officials, and both the New Jersey and Pennsylvania State Athletic Commissions regarding the matter, but after an accelerated cycle, failed to get his levels down to where they needed to be in the week leading up to the fight....
Click link above for full story.
Tuesday 28 June 2011
MMA Combat - Two Fights Added to Strikeforce - Fedor vs. Henderson
Showtime officials have announced the addition of two welterweight bouts to the July 30, 2011, Strikeforce - Fedor vs. Henderson card; the event will take place at the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, Ill. and features a non-title, heavyweight contest between Fedor Emelianenko (31-3-0) and light heavyweight champion Dan Henderson (27-8-0).
Paul Daley (27-10-2) will battle hot prospect Tyron Woodley (8-0-0), while Scott Smith (17-8-0) will square off with Tarec Saffiedine (10-3-0).
Daley last appeared at Strikeforce - Daley vs. Diaz where he was TKO'd by former promotion champion Nick Diaz at 4:57 of the first round. With both fighters abandoning defense to try for the early finish, the round will certainly be remembered as one of the year's finest. Daley has 20 [T]KO victories to his name and is noted for his awesome punching power at 170lbs.
Tyron Woodley out of American Top Team is a rising talent with origins in division one wrestling, competing out of Missouri University along-side 2008 Olympian and fellow welterweight, Ben Askren. A perfect 8-0 to start his career, Woodley last fought at Strikeforce - Challengers 13 where he bested Tarec Saffiedine via unanimous decision; five of his eight wins have come by way of submission.
Team Quest representative Tarec Saffiedine will look to bounce back from his January defeat at the hands of Tyron Woodley; the Belgium native has never been stopped in 13 professional fights. Scott Smith meanwhile has been to a decision only once in 25 bouts, with 14 [T]KO victories on his resume to date. "Hands of Steel" has dropped three of his last four contests and desperately needs a solid performance to stay relevant in the Strikeforce welterweight division.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Cerrone In, Makdessi Out; Shields vs. Ellenberger Likely for Fall
UFC lightweight John "The Bull" Makdessi (9-0-0) out of the Tristar Gym in Montreal, Canada, has been forced to withdraw from his Aug 14 bout at UFC Live 5 due to an undisclosed injury.
UFC officials announced the news on Monday, but a replacement was not difficult to find with the uber-stacked lightweight division; Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone (15-3-0) and Paul "Relentless" Taylor (11-6-1) have verbally agreed to meet on the card in a match-up that promises all the fireworks a Makdessi vs. Taylor bout would have produced.
Cerrone last appeared at UFC 131 where he picked apart Vagner Rocha over three rounds en route to a unanimous decision win, but "Cowboy" was his own biggest critic after the performance and at 2-0 inside the octagon, the WEC veteran was eager to have a quick turnaround.
Paul Taylor presents the kind of challenge Cerrone has been calling for, a swift kickboxer that throws caution to the wind in efforts to put together combinations and produce offence. His pressing style will likely turn Cerrone the counter-puncher in this one, but expect the bout to earn fight of the night considerations with these participants. Taylor last competed at UFC 126 - Silva vs. Belfort where he defeated TUF alumnus Gabe Ruediger by knockout.
It has also been reported, first by MMAFighting.com that top welterweight contenders Jake Shields (26-5-1) and Jake Ellenberger (24-5-0) are likely squaring off in what would be a highly anticipated contest later this fall. The bout is yet to be confirmed by the UFC, but speculation is that it's being eyed for UFC 138, November 19, in San Jose, California.
Shields had a 15-fight winning streak snapped by champion Georges St. Pierre at UFC 129, April 30, 2011, at the Rogers Center in Toronto, Canada. The submission specialist is 1-1 inside the octagon, but hasn't made the kind of impression on the division most had expected, narrowly defeating Martin Kampmann via decision in his UFC debut - a fight many onlookers had him losing.
"The Juggernaut", Jake Ellenberger is 4-1 inside the octagon since joining the promotion late in 2009. Dropping his UFC debut to Carlos Condit via split decision, Ellenberger has put four consecutive wins together and last appeared at UFC 129 himself, where he knocked out hometown favorite Sean Pierson in the first round. In an interview on the Sherdog Radio Network a couple months back, Ellenberger had this to say regarding the possible match-up: “If they do make that match, and me and Jake get to fight, he’s not a hard guy to figure out... I feel like I can beat him right now.”
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Monday 27 June 2011
MMA Combat - UFC Live 4 - Kongo vs. Barry, Results
Click the link below for all the results from UFC Live 4 - Kongo vs. Barry:
MMA Combat - UFC Live 4 - Kongo vs. Barry, Results
Sunday 26 June 2011
MMA Combat - Bellator 46 - Results
MMA Combat - Bellator 46 - Results
Saturday, June 25, 2011, Bellator Fighting Championships went live from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida. The event featured the quarterfinal pairings for the Bellator Summer Series Featherweight Tournament, and the main-event saw 2010 lightweight tournament champion and one-time 155lbs title challenger Pat Curran (14-4-0) square off with Luis Palomino (16-7-0).
The action got off to a slow start early in the first with both fighters fancying themselves counter-strikers, looking to find their range and timing; at the mid-way point of the round, Curran found his mark with a beautiful combination that sent Palomino reeling to the cage. After Curran threw a flying knee, Palomino was able to score a brief takedown but Curran utilized his smooth grappling ability to create a scramble, allowing him to reverse position, and secure a Peruvian necktie prompting the tap at 3:49 of the first round.
In the co-main event Marlon Sandro (18-2-0) took a split decision from fellow Brazilian Genair da Silva (10-4-0) in a bout that lacked the 'edge of your seat' kinda action usually associated with Sandro bouts; in the first, Sandro hurt da Silva badly with a crisp hook, but da Silva was reluctant to engage after surviving the scary moment, back-pedaling for most of the second and third rounds while noticeably uncomfortable in the pocket in comparison to his seasoned opponent. Oddly enough, one ringside judge scored the fight 29-28 in da Silva's favor despite very little noteworthy offense; fortunately the other two scored it for Sandro putting him through to the semi-finals along with Pat Curran, Nazareno Malegarie, and Ronnie Mann.
Other results from the card are found below:
1 Dan Cramer def. Josh Samman via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
2 Alexandre Bezerra def. Sam Jones via Submission (Triangle Choke) rd1 3:27
3 Tony Johnson Jr. def. Derrick Lewis via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
4 Jessica Aguilar def. Carla Esparza via Decision (Split) rd 3 5:00
5 Ronnie Mann def. Adam Schindler via KO (Punches) rd1 4:14
6 Nazareno Malegarie def. Jacob Devree via Submission (Guillotine Choke) rd3 1:25
7 Marlon Sandro def. Genair da Silva via Decision (Split) rd3 5:00
8 Pat Curran def. Luis Palomino via Submission (Peruvian Necktie) rd1 3:49
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Saturday, June 25, 2011, Bellator Fighting Championships went live from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida. The event featured the quarterfinal pairings for the Bellator Summer Series Featherweight Tournament, and the main-event saw 2010 lightweight tournament champion and one-time 155lbs title challenger Pat Curran (14-4-0) square off with Luis Palomino (16-7-0).
The action got off to a slow start early in the first with both fighters fancying themselves counter-strikers, looking to find their range and timing; at the mid-way point of the round, Curran found his mark with a beautiful combination that sent Palomino reeling to the cage. After Curran threw a flying knee, Palomino was able to score a brief takedown but Curran utilized his smooth grappling ability to create a scramble, allowing him to reverse position, and secure a Peruvian necktie prompting the tap at 3:49 of the first round.
In the co-main event Marlon Sandro (18-2-0) took a split decision from fellow Brazilian Genair da Silva (10-4-0) in a bout that lacked the 'edge of your seat' kinda action usually associated with Sandro bouts; in the first, Sandro hurt da Silva badly with a crisp hook, but da Silva was reluctant to engage after surviving the scary moment, back-pedaling for most of the second and third rounds while noticeably uncomfortable in the pocket in comparison to his seasoned opponent. Oddly enough, one ringside judge scored the fight 29-28 in da Silva's favor despite very little noteworthy offense; fortunately the other two scored it for Sandro putting him through to the semi-finals along with Pat Curran, Nazareno Malegarie, and Ronnie Mann.
Other results from the card are found below:
1 Dan Cramer def. Josh Samman via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
2 Alexandre Bezerra def. Sam Jones via Submission (Triangle Choke) rd1 3:27
3 Tony Johnson Jr. def. Derrick Lewis via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
4 Jessica Aguilar def. Carla Esparza via Decision (Split) rd 3 5:00
5 Ronnie Mann def. Adam Schindler via KO (Punches) rd1 4:14
6 Nazareno Malegarie def. Jacob Devree via Submission (Guillotine Choke) rd3 1:25
7 Marlon Sandro def. Genair da Silva via Decision (Split) rd3 5:00
8 Pat Curran def. Luis Palomino via Submission (Peruvian Necktie) rd1 3:49
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Saturday 25 June 2011
MMA Combat - Marquardt Out, Brenneman In at UFC Live 4, Hioki signs with UFC
 |
| Brenneman (right) replaces Marquardt v. Story |
A heavyweight battle between sluggers Pat Barry and Cheick Kongo has been promoted to the main-event at UFC Live 4, scheduled for Sunday, June 26, 2011 at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, after Nate Marquardt was not cleared to compete for undisclosed reasons. Charlie Brenneman (13-2-0) will now step up to face Rick Story in the co-main event on tomorrow's card.
The AMA Fight Club product is a winner in eight of his last nine appearances and has only been stopped by Johny Hendricks in fifteen professional bouts. The Pennsylvania native last appeared at UFC - Fight for the Troops 2 in January of this year, defeating Amilcar Alves by unanimous decision.
Also in the news, the UFC announced via their official twitter account the signing of Japanese featherweight sensation Hatsu Hioki (24-4-2). The world-ranked 145 pound fighter - who places as high as second on many accredited ranking outlets - was rumored to be in negotiations with the promotion for some time after vacating his Shooto world title and with the uncertain future of Sengoku Raiden Championships where he also owned the 145lbs championship. Hioki attended UFC 131 - Carwin vs. dos Santos in Vancouver, Canada, and as of this weekend is the UFC's newest signing.
Hioki is a winner in four straight contests including an impressive showing against Jose Aldo teammate and Nova União standout Marlon Sandro in December of last year. He last tasted defeated in November of 2009 when Michihiro Omigawa bested him by split decision.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Dana White: Marquardt Released by UFC
Dana White announced today via his official twitter account that one-time UFC middleweight title challenger, and world ranked fighter Nate "The Great" Marquardt (31-10-2) will no longer be with the promotion after failing his medicals prior to UFC Live 4, scheduled for Sunday, June 26, at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.
No further details have been released, and the reasons behind the failed medical exam have yet to be disclosed. No comment has come out of Marquardt's camp as yet, but the news will come as a massive shock to many with Marquardt's highly anticipated debut at 170lbs falling through.
A link to White's video can be found below; be sure to check back with MMA Combat as we will report further details when they're released. Nate Marquardt went 10-4-0 during his stint with the promotion, dating back to 2005.
http://www.tout.com/m/nsphwl#
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Thursday 23 June 2011
Leben Relishes in Opportunity to Fight Silva
In an interview with MMA Junkie, the fan favorite who is credited with countless unforgetable moments inside the octagon both in victory and defeat, had the following to say:
"It's more to inspire my kids at my gym and say, 'If I can do it, you guys can do it, too,'" said Leben. "As long as my body is going to let me, I don't see why I wouldn't (fight) because I see how much motivation it gives a lot of the people around me."
July 2, 2011, Leben (21-7-0) will square off with legendary slugger Wanderlei "The Axe Murderer" Silva (33-10-1) in what promises to be a 'fight of the year' (or KO of the year) candidate. While Silva is coming off a win in his most recent appearance, the former PRIDE FC middleweight champion has not competed since February of 2010 when he defeated Michael Bisping via unanimous decision at UFC 110 - Nogueira vs. Velasquez. When discussing his opponent this Sunday, Leben had nothing but praise for the man he once emulated.
"Honestly, I'm so excited to fight Wanderlei. He's one of my heroes... Believe it or not – I really don't want to tell him this – but he's one of the reasons I started. When I very first started fighting, I used to go get bootleg PRIDE videos and watch them, and in some ways try to emulate some of the stuff he did."
2010 saw "The Crippler" enjoy a defining year in a career that has spanned nine years. Leben defeated Jay Silva, Aaron Simpson and Yoshihiro Akiyama, before Brian Stann caught Leben in their January 1st encounter at UFC 125, stopping him on first round strikes. Leben anticipates a different result in next week's bout, and talks about the butterflies that accompany him heading into fight night.
"For me to be able to fight one of my heroes, man, I'm so stoked," Leben said. "It's the passing of a torch is what I'm hoping for, and a little fear is good. I might be a little worried, but I'm going to get in there and do what I do because that's what we do. We look it in the eye. We look our issues in the eye and then we conquer them."
UFC 132 - Cruz vs. Faber II, is headlined by a bantamweight title fight where reigning champion Dominick Cruz will look to defend his 135lbs belt and avenge the only professional loss of his career against former WEC featherweight champ Uriah Faber. Be sure to follow the action next Saturday, July 2, on PPV television or UFC.tv.
Other bouts on the card are found below:
Matchups:
UFC Bantamweight Championship
Dominick Cruz (No. 1 BW) vs. Urijah Faber (No. 3 BW)
Wanderlei Silva vs. Chris Leben
Brian Bowles vs. Takeya Mizugaki
Carlos Condit vs. Dong Hyun Kim
Brad Tavares vs. Aaron Simpson
Rafael dos Anjos vs. George Sotiropoulos
Tito Ortiz vs. Ryan Bader
Matt Wiman vs. Dennis Siver
Melvin Guillard vs. Shane Roller
Andre Winner vs. Anthony Njokuani
Erik Koch vs. TBA
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Wednesday 22 June 2011
MMA Combat - Story Anticipates Bout with Marquardt, Future Opportunities
MMA Combat - Story Anticipates Bout with Marquardt, Future Opportunities
UFC welterweight contender Rick Story (13-3-0) will meet Nate Marquardt (31-10-2) inside the octagon this Sunday, June 26, at UFC Live 4 with his eye on notching a second consecutive victory against top-ten competition in less than one month.
Interviewing with the Savage Dog Show on the Sherdog Radio Network, Story had the following to remarks regarding the timing of his bout this weekend:
“I never had the opportunity to get out of shape... I’m just throwing in a few things for a new game plan and I’ve had more than enough time to get that game plan good. I’m ready to go,” said Story. “After the fight with Alves, we got a hold of [UFC matchmaker Joe Silva] pretty quickly,” he said. “My coach, Pat White, he does all the legwork for me. We talked it over. I wanted to fight as soon as possible. I wasn’t necessarily expecting a fight in like three weeks or three and a half weeks, but we requested a fight quickly.”
Story last competed at UFC 130 - Rampage vs. Hamill, May 28, 2011, where he took an impressive unanimous decision from American Top Team talent, Thiago Alves. Ahead of his fight with one-time middleweight challenger Marquardt, Story looks to the game plan executed by fellow wrestler Chael Sonnen when determining his own strategy and the perceived weaknesses shown by "The Great" in that particular bout.
“If you watch his fight with Chael Sonnen, it’s pretty evident... He doesn’t have exceptional takedown defense, but he’s exceptional off his back. [It’s going to take] ground-and-pound and a high pace and you name it. In that Chael Sonnen fight, Chael went in that fight with a great game plan that worked for him. It showed a weakness in Marquardt’s game.”
While fighters often try to stay in the moment - never looking beyond the task at hand - Story has been outspoken about his desire to obtain a title shot, and as quickly as possible. When asked how a win over Marquardt will position him in the highly competitive welterweight division, Story had the following to say:
“I think that it depends on how the fight ends up,” Story said. “If it’s another decision, it’s not as much a priority; but if I end up finishing Nate, I think that puts me closer to that title shot. I don’t know if it would be more deserving than either B.J. Penn or Jon Fitch, but I’m sure a lot of people would like to see me challenge St. Pierre or Diaz.”
Tune in Sunday, June 26, 2011 to catch all the action at UFC Live 4!
The full fight card is found below:
Matchups:
Nate Marquardt vs. Rick Story
Patrick Barry vs. Cheick Kongo
Tyson Griffin vs. Manny Gamburyan
Matt Brown vs. John Howard
Joe Stevenson vs. Javier Vasquez
Matt Mitrione vs. Christian Morecraft
Michael Johnson vs. Edward Faaloloto
TJ Grant vs. Charlie Brenneman
Charles Oliveira vs. Nik Lentz
Joe Lauzon vs. Curt Warburton
Daniel Roberts vs. Rich Attonito
Matt Grice vs. Ricardo Lamas
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
UFC welterweight contender Rick Story (13-3-0) will meet Nate Marquardt (31-10-2) inside the octagon this Sunday, June 26, at UFC Live 4 with his eye on notching a second consecutive victory against top-ten competition in less than one month.
Interviewing with the Savage Dog Show on the Sherdog Radio Network, Story had the following to remarks regarding the timing of his bout this weekend:
“I never had the opportunity to get out of shape... I’m just throwing in a few things for a new game plan and I’ve had more than enough time to get that game plan good. I’m ready to go,” said Story. “After the fight with Alves, we got a hold of [UFC matchmaker Joe Silva] pretty quickly,” he said. “My coach, Pat White, he does all the legwork for me. We talked it over. I wanted to fight as soon as possible. I wasn’t necessarily expecting a fight in like three weeks or three and a half weeks, but we requested a fight quickly.”
Story last competed at UFC 130 - Rampage vs. Hamill, May 28, 2011, where he took an impressive unanimous decision from American Top Team talent, Thiago Alves. Ahead of his fight with one-time middleweight challenger Marquardt, Story looks to the game plan executed by fellow wrestler Chael Sonnen when determining his own strategy and the perceived weaknesses shown by "The Great" in that particular bout.
“If you watch his fight with Chael Sonnen, it’s pretty evident... He doesn’t have exceptional takedown defense, but he’s exceptional off his back. [It’s going to take] ground-and-pound and a high pace and you name it. In that Chael Sonnen fight, Chael went in that fight with a great game plan that worked for him. It showed a weakness in Marquardt’s game.”
While fighters often try to stay in the moment - never looking beyond the task at hand - Story has been outspoken about his desire to obtain a title shot, and as quickly as possible. When asked how a win over Marquardt will position him in the highly competitive welterweight division, Story had the following to say:
“I think that it depends on how the fight ends up,” Story said. “If it’s another decision, it’s not as much a priority; but if I end up finishing Nate, I think that puts me closer to that title shot. I don’t know if it would be more deserving than either B.J. Penn or Jon Fitch, but I’m sure a lot of people would like to see me challenge St. Pierre or Diaz.”
Tune in Sunday, June 26, 2011 to catch all the action at UFC Live 4!
The full fight card is found below:
Matchups:
Nate Marquardt vs. Rick Story
Patrick Barry vs. Cheick Kongo
Tyson Griffin vs. Manny Gamburyan
Matt Brown vs. John Howard
Joe Stevenson vs. Javier Vasquez
Matt Mitrione vs. Christian Morecraft
Michael Johnson vs. Edward Faaloloto
TJ Grant vs. Charlie Brenneman
Charles Oliveira vs. Nik Lentz
Joe Lauzon vs. Curt Warburton
Daniel Roberts vs. Rich Attonito
Matt Grice vs. Ricardo Lamas
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Tuesday 21 June 2011
MMA Combat - Gomi vs. Diaz on for UFC 135
MMA Combat - Gomi vs. Diaz on for UFC 135
"The Fireball Kid" Takanori Gomi (32-7-0) will make his return to the octagon at UFC 135 on September 24, where he'll face the crafty Nate Diaz in a lightweight tilt. Gomi, formerly considered to be the #1 lightweight fighter in the world with B.J. Penn's departure from the division years ago, is 1-2 since joining the world's biggest promotion with a quality knockout win over Tyson Griffin; Kenny Florian and most recently, Clay Guida both fared better against the Japanese star however, stopping Gomi via rear naked, and guillotine choke respectively.
Since 2007 Gomi is 5-4-1, but was also tapped-out by Nate's older brother Nick Diaz before the Gracie Jiu Jitsu student tested positive for marijuana, overturning the result to a 'no-contest'. In that particular bout, a strong start by "The Fireball Kid" gave way to cardio issues that saw a fit Diaz pour on his 'punches in bunches' style. Utilizing his reach advantage, Diaz pawed at Gomi keeping the power puncher at bay until a desperate take-down attempt resulted in a fight ending gogoplata (only the second time the maneuver has been pulled off in mixed martial arts competition, under a major promotion).
Diaz (13-7-0) last appeared at UFC 129 - St. Pierre vs. Shields, in Toronto, Canada, where he was out-wrestled by Canadian Rory MacDonald en route to a unanimous decision loss. The defeat was Diaz's second straight decision loss at welterweight, prompting a move back down to the 155lbs division. The Ultimate Fighter Season 5 winner has compiled a record of 8-5-0 since joining the UFC ranks, and with a similar style and frame, will likely use the blueprint drawn up by his brother in preparation for Gomi. The Cesar Gracie black-belt has been stopped only once in 20 professional appearances.
The fight card for UFC 135 as it currently stands can be found below. The event will take place at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado, and is headlined by a light heavyweight title bout pitting challenger Quinton "Rampage" Jackson against champion Jon "Bones" Jones.
Matchups:
UFC Light Heavyweight Championship
Jon Jones (No. 1 LHW, No. 6 PFP) vs. Quinton Jackson (No. 4 LHW)
Matt Hughes vs. Diego Sanchez
Nate Diaz vs. Takanori Gomi
Damacio Page vs. Norifumi Yamamoto
Ben Rothwell vs. Mark Hunt
Travis Browne vs. Rob Broughton
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
 |
| Gomi (above) will look to re-capture his best form vs. Diaz |
Since 2007 Gomi is 5-4-1, but was also tapped-out by Nate's older brother Nick Diaz before the Gracie Jiu Jitsu student tested positive for marijuana, overturning the result to a 'no-contest'. In that particular bout, a strong start by "The Fireball Kid" gave way to cardio issues that saw a fit Diaz pour on his 'punches in bunches' style. Utilizing his reach advantage, Diaz pawed at Gomi keeping the power puncher at bay until a desperate take-down attempt resulted in a fight ending gogoplata (only the second time the maneuver has been pulled off in mixed martial arts competition, under a major promotion).
Diaz (13-7-0) last appeared at UFC 129 - St. Pierre vs. Shields, in Toronto, Canada, where he was out-wrestled by Canadian Rory MacDonald en route to a unanimous decision loss. The defeat was Diaz's second straight decision loss at welterweight, prompting a move back down to the 155lbs division. The Ultimate Fighter Season 5 winner has compiled a record of 8-5-0 since joining the UFC ranks, and with a similar style and frame, will likely use the blueprint drawn up by his brother in preparation for Gomi. The Cesar Gracie black-belt has been stopped only once in 20 professional appearances.
The fight card for UFC 135 as it currently stands can be found below. The event will take place at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado, and is headlined by a light heavyweight title bout pitting challenger Quinton "Rampage" Jackson against champion Jon "Bones" Jones.
Matchups:
UFC Light Heavyweight Championship
Jon Jones (No. 1 LHW, No. 6 PFP) vs. Quinton Jackson (No. 4 LHW)
Matt Hughes vs. Diego Sanchez
Nate Diaz vs. Takanori Gomi
Damacio Page vs. Norifumi Yamamoto
Ben Rothwell vs. Mark Hunt
Travis Browne vs. Rob Broughton
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Fedor Looks Ahead to Henderson, Adjusts Training
MMA Combat - Fedor Looks Ahead to Henderson, Adjusts Training
Stoic MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko (31-3-0) has accomplished many great feats in his eleven year professional career; the former PRIDE heavyweight champion reigned over the division and maintained his number one ranking for nearly a decade atop the biggest men in the sport. At 34 years of age, Emelianenko contemplated retirement in February of this year after suffering his second consecutive defeat inside the Strikeforce cage when the ringside physician called a stop to the action against mammoth Brazilian, Antonio "Big Foot" Silva in the quarterfinals of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix. The news sent shock-waves through the mixed martial arts world, as the man once thought by some to be unbeatable was humbled once more and faced a gut check unlike any "The Last Emperor" had been forced to go through before.
Upon his return to Russia, Emelianenko consulted those entrusted with his career to determine what the next step would be. After the dust settled, reports were that the words spoken on February 12, were said in haste and Fedor would return stateside once more in a superfight against fellow legend and current Strikeforce light heavyweight champion, Dan Henderson.
When recently speaking via the SB Nation, "The Last Emperor" had the following to say regarding the current situation he finds himself in:
"I discussed the situation with my coaches and spiritual father when I got home. After this I was absolutely sure that it is not the time for retirement and I must continue to fight. Now I’m training and preparing for the next battle with Dan Henderson."
"I’ve drawn conclusions on what areas of my training need work and what to pay attention to in training and in battle. This time I have trained in Holland, in Russia and again at the training camp in Holland. I work with people who are the best in their disciplines and are focused on preparing me for the battle with Dan Henderson… Training for a fight is never easy regardless of the opponent. I train and prepare for every contest the same so I can compete to the best of my abilities."
Strikeforce - Fedor vs. Henderson is scheduled for July 30, 2011, at the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Also featured on the card will be Strikeforce 135lbs women's champion Marloes Coenen who will defend her title against Miesha Tate; as well, former 205lbs champions Rafael Cavalcante and Muhammed Lawal will square off with Ovince St. Preux and ADCC world champion Roger Gracie respectively.
The fight card as it currently stands can be found below:
Matchups:
Dan Henderson vs. Fedor Emelianenko
Strikeforce Womens Welterweight Championship
Marloes Coenen vs. Miesha Tate
Rafael Cavalcante vs. Ovince St. Preux
Muhammed Lawal vs. Roger Gracie
Paul Daley vs. Evangelista Santos
Tarec Saffiedine vs. Scott Smith
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Stoic MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko (31-3-0) has accomplished many great feats in his eleven year professional career; the former PRIDE heavyweight champion reigned over the division and maintained his number one ranking for nearly a decade atop the biggest men in the sport. At 34 years of age, Emelianenko contemplated retirement in February of this year after suffering his second consecutive defeat inside the Strikeforce cage when the ringside physician called a stop to the action against mammoth Brazilian, Antonio "Big Foot" Silva in the quarterfinals of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix. The news sent shock-waves through the mixed martial arts world, as the man once thought by some to be unbeatable was humbled once more and faced a gut check unlike any "The Last Emperor" had been forced to go through before.Upon his return to Russia, Emelianenko consulted those entrusted with his career to determine what the next step would be. After the dust settled, reports were that the words spoken on February 12, were said in haste and Fedor would return stateside once more in a superfight against fellow legend and current Strikeforce light heavyweight champion, Dan Henderson.
When recently speaking via the SB Nation, "The Last Emperor" had the following to say regarding the current situation he finds himself in:
"I discussed the situation with my coaches and spiritual father when I got home. After this I was absolutely sure that it is not the time for retirement and I must continue to fight. Now I’m training and preparing for the next battle with Dan Henderson."
"I’ve drawn conclusions on what areas of my training need work and what to pay attention to in training and in battle. This time I have trained in Holland, in Russia and again at the training camp in Holland. I work with people who are the best in their disciplines and are focused on preparing me for the battle with Dan Henderson… Training for a fight is never easy regardless of the opponent. I train and prepare for every contest the same so I can compete to the best of my abilities."
Strikeforce - Fedor vs. Henderson is scheduled for July 30, 2011, at the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Also featured on the card will be Strikeforce 135lbs women's champion Marloes Coenen who will defend her title against Miesha Tate; as well, former 205lbs champions Rafael Cavalcante and Muhammed Lawal will square off with Ovince St. Preux and ADCC world champion Roger Gracie respectively.
The fight card as it currently stands can be found below:
Matchups:
Dan Henderson vs. Fedor Emelianenko
Strikeforce Womens Welterweight Championship
Marloes Coenen vs. Miesha Tate
Rafael Cavalcante vs. Ovince St. Preux
Muhammed Lawal vs. Roger Gracie
Paul Daley vs. Evangelista Santos
Tarec Saffiedine vs. Scott Smith
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Sunday 19 June 2011
MMA Combat - Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum, Results
MMA Combat - Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum, Results
Saturday June 18, 2011, Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum went live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, where promotion champion Alistair Overeem would get his shot at redemption against Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black-belt Fabricio Werdum; this time, the two met in the quarterfinals of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix and the Golden Glory representative executed the game-plan most spectators had drawn up for him coming into the bout.
Possessing a clear strength advantage, Overeem was able to neutralize Werdum's sub-par wrestling ability to keep the fight where he felt most comfortable. Several times Werdum was able to use well-timed combinations to keep the massive striker on the defense, but strong counter shots would often result in the submission ace pulling guard, or at least attempting to do so. A gassed Overeem had slowed considerably by the third frame, which amounted to Werdum's best offense of the match - surprisingly on their feet; but it was too little too late, as the heavyweight champ earned a unanimous decision with more efficient striking and effective ring generalship. Alistair Overeem will now meet Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva in the tournament semi-finals, expected to take place later this year.
In the co-main event, Josh Barnett was simply too much for Brett Rogers to handle as his superior grappling ability made the bout seem like a walk in the park. Shooting in for the take-down almost immediately, Barnett slammed Rogers to the mat and went to work with smothering top control and well placed ground and pound. Surviving the first, Rogers fared no better in the second as Barnett used quick hips to ground his opponent once more. Mounting Rogers almost effortlessly, Barnett unleashed a series of strikes before securing an arm-triangle choke to end the bout at 1:17 of round two. Josh Barnett advances to the tournament semi-finals where he will face hard-hitting Russian Sergei Kharitonov.
Other results from the evening's card are found below:
1 Isaac Vallie-Flagg def Brian Melancon via Decision (Split) rd3 5:00
2 Nah-Shon Burrell def Joe Ray via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
3 Conor Heun def Magno Almeida via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
4 Justin Wilcox vs. Gesias Cavalcante ND (Wilcox Accidentally Poked in Eye) rd2 0:31
5 Chad Griggs def Valentijn Overeem via Submission (Punches) rd1 2:08
6 Daniel Cormier def Jeff Monson via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
7 Jorge Masvidal def K.J. Noons via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
8 Josh Barnett def Brett Rogers via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) rd2 1:17
9 Alistair Overeem def Fabricio Werdum via Decision (Unanimous) rd 3 5:00
10 Todd Moore def Mike Bronzoulis via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
Saturday June 18, 2011, Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum went live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, where promotion champion Alistair Overeem would get his shot at redemption against Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black-belt Fabricio Werdum; this time, the two met in the quarterfinals of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix and the Golden Glory representative executed the game-plan most spectators had drawn up for him coming into the bout.
Possessing a clear strength advantage, Overeem was able to neutralize Werdum's sub-par wrestling ability to keep the fight where he felt most comfortable. Several times Werdum was able to use well-timed combinations to keep the massive striker on the defense, but strong counter shots would often result in the submission ace pulling guard, or at least attempting to do so. A gassed Overeem had slowed considerably by the third frame, which amounted to Werdum's best offense of the match - surprisingly on their feet; but it was too little too late, as the heavyweight champ earned a unanimous decision with more efficient striking and effective ring generalship. Alistair Overeem will now meet Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva in the tournament semi-finals, expected to take place later this year.
In the co-main event, Josh Barnett was simply too much for Brett Rogers to handle as his superior grappling ability made the bout seem like a walk in the park. Shooting in for the take-down almost immediately, Barnett slammed Rogers to the mat and went to work with smothering top control and well placed ground and pound. Surviving the first, Rogers fared no better in the second as Barnett used quick hips to ground his opponent once more. Mounting Rogers almost effortlessly, Barnett unleashed a series of strikes before securing an arm-triangle choke to end the bout at 1:17 of round two. Josh Barnett advances to the tournament semi-finals where he will face hard-hitting Russian Sergei Kharitonov.
Other results from the evening's card are found below:
1 Isaac Vallie-Flagg def Brian Melancon via Decision (Split) rd3 5:00
2 Nah-Shon Burrell def Joe Ray via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
3 Conor Heun def Magno Almeida via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
4 Justin Wilcox vs. Gesias Cavalcante ND (Wilcox Accidentally Poked in Eye) rd2 0:31
5 Chad Griggs def Valentijn Overeem via Submission (Punches) rd1 2:08
6 Daniel Cormier def Jeff Monson via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
7 Jorge Masvidal def K.J. Noons via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
8 Josh Barnett def Brett Rogers via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) rd2 1:17
9 Alistair Overeem def Fabricio Werdum via Decision (Unanimous) rd 3 5:00
10 Todd Moore def Mike Bronzoulis via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
Friday 17 June 2011
MMA Combat - White Gives Added Incentive to Schaub, Nogueira
MMA Combat - White Gives Added Incentive to Schaub, Nogueira
UFC president Dana White announced on Thursday, June 16, at a promotion press conference in Brazil, that the winner between the ever-improving Brendan Schaub and heavyweight legend Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 134 - Rio will put themselves in line for a title shot following the highly anticipated dos Santos vs. Velasquez showdown later this year.
"This is a big fight in the heavyweight division," said White. "The winner of this fight between Big Nog and Brendan Schaub puts one of these guys right in the mix of the heavyweight division."
"Minotauro" last competed at UFC 110 where he was stopped by current champion Cain Velasquez on first round strikes; sidelined for a year and a half following the bout, Nogueira opted to undergo a series of hip and knee surgeries to repair injuries that were clearly hobbling the once indestructible fighter. With a record of 3-2 inside the octagon the twelve-year veteran of the sport looks to make what could be his final run at a major promotional title, and potentially earn an opportunity to avenge his most recent defeat.
Grudge Training Center product, Brendan "The Hybrid" Schaub, has put together four consecutive victories since he was knocked out in The Ultimate Fighter 10 Finale by Roy Nelson in his promotion debut. Most recently, Schaub stopped another PRIDE legend in Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic when he knocked out the former K-1 kickboxer at 3:44 of the third round at UFC 128 - Shogun vs. Jones. Schaub and his management immediately set their sights on Nogueira after the bout, and were granted their wish as he will square off with the former PRIDE and UFC heavyweight champ in hostile territory.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
UFC president Dana White announced on Thursday, June 16, at a promotion press conference in Brazil, that the winner between the ever-improving Brendan Schaub and heavyweight legend Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 134 - Rio will put themselves in line for a title shot following the highly anticipated dos Santos vs. Velasquez showdown later this year.
 |
| Nogueira will be the crowd favorite in Rio |
"This is a big fight in the heavyweight division," said White. "The winner of this fight between Big Nog and Brendan Schaub puts one of these guys right in the mix of the heavyweight division."
"Minotauro" last competed at UFC 110 where he was stopped by current champion Cain Velasquez on first round strikes; sidelined for a year and a half following the bout, Nogueira opted to undergo a series of hip and knee surgeries to repair injuries that were clearly hobbling the once indestructible fighter. With a record of 3-2 inside the octagon the twelve-year veteran of the sport looks to make what could be his final run at a major promotional title, and potentially earn an opportunity to avenge his most recent defeat.
Grudge Training Center product, Brendan "The Hybrid" Schaub, has put together four consecutive victories since he was knocked out in The Ultimate Fighter 10 Finale by Roy Nelson in his promotion debut. Most recently, Schaub stopped another PRIDE legend in Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic when he knocked out the former K-1 kickboxer at 3:44 of the third round at UFC 128 - Shogun vs. Jones. Schaub and his management immediately set their sights on Nogueira after the bout, and were granted their wish as he will square off with the former PRIDE and UFC heavyweight champ in hostile territory.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Velasquez to Defend Against dos Santos Nov 19
MMA Combat - Velasquez to Defend Against dos Santos Nov 19
The Los Angeles Times has reported that UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez (9-0-0) is tabbed to defend his title against number-one contender Junior dos Santos (13-1-0) on November 19, 2011, at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California, citing Zuffa chairman Lorenzo Fertitta as their source.
The bout will headline UFC 138 and garner a partisan crowd in support of the champion as American Kickboxing Academy has deep roots in the city, where Velasquez trains. Velasquez last appeared in October of 2010 when he defeated then champion Brock Lesner for the promotion strap at UFC 121. Undefeated in his professional career, the champion is a perfect 7-0 inside the octagon with notable wins over Ben Rothwell, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, and the aforementioned Lesner. After his latest victory, Velasquez was forced to undergo surgery to repair an injured rotator-cuff; and although it has taken longer than expected for All-American wrestler to heal, all reports suggest he'll be ready for action before year's end.
Challenger Junior dos Santos has been nothing short of brilliant throughout his UFC stint to-date. With a punishing victory over one-time title challenger Shane Carwin at UFC 131, June 11, in Vancouver, Canada, dos Santos solidified himself as the division's number one contender. With 8 [T]KOs in 13 career wins, "Cigano" showcases some of the most refined boxing skill in the heavyweight division today; besting Roy Nelson and Shane Carwin most recently via one-sided unanimous decisions, the Team Nogueira product stopped his first five opponents inside the octagon on punches and will look to complete his run to the top later this year against the formidable Velasquez.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
 |
| UFC champion Cain Velasquez |
The bout will headline UFC 138 and garner a partisan crowd in support of the champion as American Kickboxing Academy has deep roots in the city, where Velasquez trains. Velasquez last appeared in October of 2010 when he defeated then champion Brock Lesner for the promotion strap at UFC 121. Undefeated in his professional career, the champion is a perfect 7-0 inside the octagon with notable wins over Ben Rothwell, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, and the aforementioned Lesner. After his latest victory, Velasquez was forced to undergo surgery to repair an injured rotator-cuff; and although it has taken longer than expected for All-American wrestler to heal, all reports suggest he'll be ready for action before year's end.
Challenger Junior dos Santos has been nothing short of brilliant throughout his UFC stint to-date. With a punishing victory over one-time title challenger Shane Carwin at UFC 131, June 11, in Vancouver, Canada, dos Santos solidified himself as the division's number one contender. With 8 [T]KOs in 13 career wins, "Cigano" showcases some of the most refined boxing skill in the heavyweight division today; besting Roy Nelson and Shane Carwin most recently via one-sided unanimous decisions, the Team Nogueira product stopped his first five opponents inside the octagon on punches and will look to complete his run to the top later this year against the formidable Velasquez.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Thursday 16 June 2011
MMA Combat - Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum Pick 'em
MMA Combat - Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum Pick 'em
Saturday June 18, 2011, Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum will go live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas where promotion champion Alistair Overeem (34-11-1) will get his shot at redemption against the surging submission specialist Fabricio Werdum (14-4-1); a rematch of their 2006 encounter that saw Werdum tap Overeem via Kirmura to come from behind during PRIDE - Total Elimination, Overeem looks to erase those memories after gaining significant confidence in his striking ability this past year when be was crowned the 2010 K-1 World Grand Prix Champion.
Below you will find our picks for Saturday's main-card; I will attempt to get straight to the point without any filler...
Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante (15-4-1, 1 NC) vs. Justin Wilcox (11-3)
Brazilian standout "JZ" Cavalcante has managed only one victory in his last five appearances and really hasn't found his rhythm since 2007 when he rattled off wins against Nam Phan, Vitor Ribeiro, and Andre Amado on the tail end of an eight-fight winning streak. Wilcox is just coming into his own and although "The Silverback" is much greener in the sport, a winner in six-straight outings, he should have enough in the tank to take a decision here. It's highly unlikely that he'll stop the crafty Cavalcante, but within the limit of three rounds, and with the judging system as it stands today I expect Wilcox to control the action en-route to a decision win.
Valentijn Overeem (29-25) vs. Chad Griggs (10-1)
In 54 professional fights Valentijn Overeem has gone the distance twice. He is a winner in three-straight including a neck-crank submission most recently against K-1 legend Ray Sefo; but Overeem has shown a tendency time and time again to not only catch, but get caught in submissions and/or bad spots that result in finishes. Griggs, out of Tucson, Arizona, is a ferocious competitor with a taste for blood. His relentless pursuit of a finish has earned him nine [T]KO victories in ten professional fights including recent wins against WWE star Bobby Lashley and Gian Villante. Look for this fight to go into the second and third rounds with Griggs proving to have more in the gas-tank down the stretch as he earns himself a late TKO victory and a step up the Strikeforce heavyweight ladder.
Daniel Cormier (7-0) vs. Jeff Monson (42-11)
Daniel Cormier has started his MMA career a perfect 7-0-0; the former Olympic wrestler has all the tools to be a star in this sport, and his fight this Saturday represents a considerable step-up in competition from past opponents who Cormier has simply overwhelmed with his wrestling ability. Monson is a perfect opponent for the AKA standout to test his skills, as his ability on the feet is limited by his stocky frame and at 40 years of age is at the tail-end of his career. Since his exit from the UFC in 2006, Monson has remained extremely active fighting both oversees and inside the United States. The American Top Team veteran has compiled eight consecutive wins dating back to last summer, and is a powerhouse on the ground with respect to his submission abilities. I expect Monson to threaten Cormier at several points in this bout, as he enjoys a rare opportunity to face someone nearly as stout as himself. His experience will play a factor down the stretch as he emerges victorious via unanimous decision or late submission stoppage.
K.J. Noons (10-3) vs. Jorge Masvidal (21-6)
In a bout that promises its share of fireworks, the slick boxing of K.J. Noons will test the fortitude of "Gamebred," Jorge Masvidal. Masvidal last fought March 5, at Strikeforce - Henderson vs. Feijao when he pulled off a unanimous decision win over the previously undefeated Billy Evangelista. Utilizing his range effectively, Masvidal put together the perfect game plan against the smaller Evangelista, but will be in tough with a more technical striker in Noons. A native of Hawaii, now fighting out of San Diego, California, K.J. Noons strung together six consecutive wins before dropping his welterweight title shot against champion Nick Diaz in a rematch of their 2007, Elite XC encounter. At 170lbs Noons was noticeably under-sized, but I expect him to pick his shots in this one before stopping Masvidal late on strikes as he accumulates damage throughout the bout. Noons will thereafter present an interesting style match-up for champion Gilbert Melendez who has lit up the lightweight ranks of late.
Strikeforce Heavyweight GP Quarterfinals
Josh Barnett (29-5) vs. Brett Rogers (11-2)
Brett Rogers will enter this fight the underdog and for good reason. At 11-2-0, Rogers began his career a perfect 10-0 before dropping consecutive bouts to world ranked Fedor Emelianenko and Alistair Overeem respectively; "The Grim's" knockout power will always present a threat to anyone opposing him, but Barnett has been here before. Retrospectively, Rogers would have been better served to climb the heavyweight ranks a little more tentatively with concern to his competition, but at this point there is no going back and he'll have to find a way to get it done against perennial top-ten heavyweight, Josh Barnett on Saturday. Josh Barnett is a winner of six straight contests and has 17 submission stoppages to his name in 29 career victories; "The Babyfaced Assassin" simply has too much in the way of experience and skills for his opponent to stand much more than a puncher's chance on the night of the bout. I expect him to pull this one out via second round stoppage, likely a submission on the back of a solid ground and pound beating.
Strikeforce Heavyweight GP Quarterfinals
Alistair Overeem (34-11, 1 NC) vs. Fabricio Werdum (14-4-1)
With only three fights under his belt since departing from the UFC ranks in 2008, Fabricio Werdum has made the most of those appearances notching victories against Mike Kyle, Antonio Silva, and the World's former #1 ranked heavyweight, Fedor Emelianenko in what most believe to be the Russian's first professional defeat. Werdum can be magic once the fight hits the mat with Jiu Jitsu skills matched by very few, if any in the weight class; but the hulking figure before him this Saturday is on a similar 'confidence plateau' coming off a K-1 World Grand Prix victory in 2010 and having not tasted defeat in ten consecutive MMA bouts. At this point in time, Alistair Overeem's kickboxing could very well be the best the heavyweight ranks have ever seen in the sport's young history (with notable mention going to a prime Mirko Filipovic). I expect Overeem to take advantage of the fact that Werdum does not possess high-level takedown ability, and control where this fight takes place. The Strikeforce heavyweight champion will utilize well-timed knees in clinch situations, the strength advantage he'll own, and rangy strikes from the outside to capture a first round stoppage win, otherwise a dominate unanimous decision.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Saturday June 18, 2011, Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum will go live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas where promotion champion Alistair Overeem (34-11-1) will get his shot at redemption against the surging submission specialist Fabricio Werdum (14-4-1); a rematch of their 2006 encounter that saw Werdum tap Overeem via Kirmura to come from behind during PRIDE - Total Elimination, Overeem looks to erase those memories after gaining significant confidence in his striking ability this past year when be was crowned the 2010 K-1 World Grand Prix Champion.
Below you will find our picks for Saturday's main-card; I will attempt to get straight to the point without any filler...
Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante (15-4-1, 1 NC) vs. Justin Wilcox (11-3)
Brazilian standout "JZ" Cavalcante has managed only one victory in his last five appearances and really hasn't found his rhythm since 2007 when he rattled off wins against Nam Phan, Vitor Ribeiro, and Andre Amado on the tail end of an eight-fight winning streak. Wilcox is just coming into his own and although "The Silverback" is much greener in the sport, a winner in six-straight outings, he should have enough in the tank to take a decision here. It's highly unlikely that he'll stop the crafty Cavalcante, but within the limit of three rounds, and with the judging system as it stands today I expect Wilcox to control the action en-route to a decision win.
Valentijn Overeem (29-25) vs. Chad Griggs (10-1)
In 54 professional fights Valentijn Overeem has gone the distance twice. He is a winner in three-straight including a neck-crank submission most recently against K-1 legend Ray Sefo; but Overeem has shown a tendency time and time again to not only catch, but get caught in submissions and/or bad spots that result in finishes. Griggs, out of Tucson, Arizona, is a ferocious competitor with a taste for blood. His relentless pursuit of a finish has earned him nine [T]KO victories in ten professional fights including recent wins against WWE star Bobby Lashley and Gian Villante. Look for this fight to go into the second and third rounds with Griggs proving to have more in the gas-tank down the stretch as he earns himself a late TKO victory and a step up the Strikeforce heavyweight ladder.
Daniel Cormier (7-0) vs. Jeff Monson (42-11)
Daniel Cormier has started his MMA career a perfect 7-0-0; the former Olympic wrestler has all the tools to be a star in this sport, and his fight this Saturday represents a considerable step-up in competition from past opponents who Cormier has simply overwhelmed with his wrestling ability. Monson is a perfect opponent for the AKA standout to test his skills, as his ability on the feet is limited by his stocky frame and at 40 years of age is at the tail-end of his career. Since his exit from the UFC in 2006, Monson has remained extremely active fighting both oversees and inside the United States. The American Top Team veteran has compiled eight consecutive wins dating back to last summer, and is a powerhouse on the ground with respect to his submission abilities. I expect Monson to threaten Cormier at several points in this bout, as he enjoys a rare opportunity to face someone nearly as stout as himself. His experience will play a factor down the stretch as he emerges victorious via unanimous decision or late submission stoppage.
K.J. Noons (10-3) vs. Jorge Masvidal (21-6)
In a bout that promises its share of fireworks, the slick boxing of K.J. Noons will test the fortitude of "Gamebred," Jorge Masvidal. Masvidal last fought March 5, at Strikeforce - Henderson vs. Feijao when he pulled off a unanimous decision win over the previously undefeated Billy Evangelista. Utilizing his range effectively, Masvidal put together the perfect game plan against the smaller Evangelista, but will be in tough with a more technical striker in Noons. A native of Hawaii, now fighting out of San Diego, California, K.J. Noons strung together six consecutive wins before dropping his welterweight title shot against champion Nick Diaz in a rematch of their 2007, Elite XC encounter. At 170lbs Noons was noticeably under-sized, but I expect him to pick his shots in this one before stopping Masvidal late on strikes as he accumulates damage throughout the bout. Noons will thereafter present an interesting style match-up for champion Gilbert Melendez who has lit up the lightweight ranks of late.
Strikeforce Heavyweight GP Quarterfinals
Josh Barnett (29-5) vs. Brett Rogers (11-2)
Brett Rogers will enter this fight the underdog and for good reason. At 11-2-0, Rogers began his career a perfect 10-0 before dropping consecutive bouts to world ranked Fedor Emelianenko and Alistair Overeem respectively; "The Grim's" knockout power will always present a threat to anyone opposing him, but Barnett has been here before. Retrospectively, Rogers would have been better served to climb the heavyweight ranks a little more tentatively with concern to his competition, but at this point there is no going back and he'll have to find a way to get it done against perennial top-ten heavyweight, Josh Barnett on Saturday. Josh Barnett is a winner of six straight contests and has 17 submission stoppages to his name in 29 career victories; "The Babyfaced Assassin" simply has too much in the way of experience and skills for his opponent to stand much more than a puncher's chance on the night of the bout. I expect him to pull this one out via second round stoppage, likely a submission on the back of a solid ground and pound beating.
Strikeforce Heavyweight GP Quarterfinals
Alistair Overeem (34-11, 1 NC) vs. Fabricio Werdum (14-4-1)
With only three fights under his belt since departing from the UFC ranks in 2008, Fabricio Werdum has made the most of those appearances notching victories against Mike Kyle, Antonio Silva, and the World's former #1 ranked heavyweight, Fedor Emelianenko in what most believe to be the Russian's first professional defeat. Werdum can be magic once the fight hits the mat with Jiu Jitsu skills matched by very few, if any in the weight class; but the hulking figure before him this Saturday is on a similar 'confidence plateau' coming off a K-1 World Grand Prix victory in 2010 and having not tasted defeat in ten consecutive MMA bouts. At this point in time, Alistair Overeem's kickboxing could very well be the best the heavyweight ranks have ever seen in the sport's young history (with notable mention going to a prime Mirko Filipovic). I expect Overeem to take advantage of the fact that Werdum does not possess high-level takedown ability, and control where this fight takes place. The Strikeforce heavyweight champion will utilize well-timed knees in clinch situations, the strength advantage he'll own, and rangy strikes from the outside to capture a first round stoppage win, otherwise a dominate unanimous decision.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Tuesday 14 June 2011
MMA Combat - Yamamoto vs. Page, Rothwell vs. Hunt Added to UFC 135
MMA Combat - Yamamoto vs. Page, Rothwell vs. Hunt Added to UFC 135
The UFC announced on Monday the addition of two bouts to their UFC 135 fight card, which is scheduled to take place at the Pepsi Center, September 24, in Denver, Colorado.
"Kid" Norifumi Yamamoto (18-4-0) will make his return stateside after dropping a unanimous decision to Demetrious Johnson in his promotion debut this past February at UFC 126 - Silva vs. Belfort. Yamamoto will square off with Team Jackson representative Damacio Page (15-6-0) who is coming off consecutive losses to the aforementioned Johnson, and Brian Bowles in his most recent appearance at UFC Live 3 - Sanchez vs. Kampmann in March of this year. Yamamoto, who was once considered among the world's best pound-for-pound fighters has come out on the losing end in three of his last four outings, but he will look to turn the tide once more this fall when he collides with the aggressive style of Page.
Also added to the card, K-1 GP champion and PRIDE veteran Mark Hunt (6-7-0) will come out swinging once more when he battles grizzled IFL veteran Ben Rothwell (31-7-0) at the event in Denver. Hunt made his promotion debut in September of 2010 when he was submitted by Sean McCorkle at 1:03 of the first round; the loss was his sixth straight after starting his MMA career 5-1 with notable wins over Wanderlei Silva, Mirko Filipovic, and Tsuyoshi Kosaka. Hunt rebounded in February at UFC 127 - Penn vs. Fitch where he knocked out Team Deathclutch member Chris Tuchscherer in the second round.
Rothwell's start with the UFC has taken a similar path, albeit with a different level of competition before him. Rothwell was blitzed in his promotion debut by current champion Cain Velasquez in October of 2009, before getting back in the win column with a strong unanimous decision win over ruthless veteran Gilbert Yvel at UFC 115 - Liddell vs. Franklin in June of 2010. Injuries have kept the 29 year old Wisconsin native sidelined for the past year, but you can be sure he'll bring his pressing style with him to the cage come UFC 135 in September.
UFC 135 is expected to be headlined by light heavyweight champion Jon "Bones" Jones in his first title defense against former champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson. Also tabbed for the card is a welterweight contest where former champion and UFC legend Matt Hughes will defend the 'old guard' against TUF Season 1 winner and one-time lightweight title challenger Diego Sanchez.
Stay tuned for more updates as this card continues to develop.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
 |
| "Kid" will look to regain his old form |
"Kid" Norifumi Yamamoto (18-4-0) will make his return stateside after dropping a unanimous decision to Demetrious Johnson in his promotion debut this past February at UFC 126 - Silva vs. Belfort. Yamamoto will square off with Team Jackson representative Damacio Page (15-6-0) who is coming off consecutive losses to the aforementioned Johnson, and Brian Bowles in his most recent appearance at UFC Live 3 - Sanchez vs. Kampmann in March of this year. Yamamoto, who was once considered among the world's best pound-for-pound fighters has come out on the losing end in three of his last four outings, but he will look to turn the tide once more this fall when he collides with the aggressive style of Page.
Also added to the card, K-1 GP champion and PRIDE veteran Mark Hunt (6-7-0) will come out swinging once more when he battles grizzled IFL veteran Ben Rothwell (31-7-0) at the event in Denver. Hunt made his promotion debut in September of 2010 when he was submitted by Sean McCorkle at 1:03 of the first round; the loss was his sixth straight after starting his MMA career 5-1 with notable wins over Wanderlei Silva, Mirko Filipovic, and Tsuyoshi Kosaka. Hunt rebounded in February at UFC 127 - Penn vs. Fitch where he knocked out Team Deathclutch member Chris Tuchscherer in the second round.
Rothwell's start with the UFC has taken a similar path, albeit with a different level of competition before him. Rothwell was blitzed in his promotion debut by current champion Cain Velasquez in October of 2009, before getting back in the win column with a strong unanimous decision win over ruthless veteran Gilbert Yvel at UFC 115 - Liddell vs. Franklin in June of 2010. Injuries have kept the 29 year old Wisconsin native sidelined for the past year, but you can be sure he'll bring his pressing style with him to the cage come UFC 135 in September.
UFC 135 is expected to be headlined by light heavyweight champion Jon "Bones" Jones in his first title defense against former champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson. Also tabbed for the card is a welterweight contest where former champion and UFC legend Matt Hughes will defend the 'old guard' against TUF Season 1 winner and one-time lightweight title challenger Diego Sanchez.
Stay tuned for more updates as this card continues to develop.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Josh Barnett Talks Rogers, Overeem vs. Werdum
UFC and PRIDE veteran Josh "The Babyfaced Assassin" Barnett (29-5-0) is about to embark on his first mission inside the Strikeforce cage since signing with the promotion earlier this year in order to take part in their highly anticipated heavyweight grand prix; Saturday, June 18, Barnett will square off with one-time challenger to Alistair Overeem's throne, Brett Rogers (11-2-0).
Yesterday, Barnett caught up with the "Savage Dog Show," on the Sherdog Radio Network and had the following the say regarding his opponent in the quarterfinal round.
“I’m sure he’s thinking if he does lose, this is going to be really detrimental to his MMA career but especially his Strikeforce contract. I think he thinks he can kick my ass. I’ve always had that thought ever since the first day I met him. I’ve always had the notion in the back of my head that this guy really thinks that he can beat me up. So I want to see how that comes off when he gets in the cage and looks at me across from him.”
The perennial top-ten heavyweight also shared some thoughts on the other side of the tournament bracket and the match-up that will headline the card he'll fight on this Saturday when submission specialist Fabricio Werdum takes on promotion, and 2010 K-1 World Grand Prix champion, Alistair Overeem.
“I think it’s Overeem’s fight to lose. … But one of the things about this tournament is how will he handle having to fight some guys that can take him further into the rounds? I want to see that myself because he really hasn’t had anybody push him for a while here. With Werdum, it’s a matter of control. He needs to control the fight and keep it standing. It’s not that I don’t think he has the ability to grapple with him on the ground. I think he does, at least to be defensive, but that’s where Werdum wants it to be. That’s where his best odds are, so best to not give him any of that opportunity whatsoever."
Never one to lack confidence, "The Babyfaced Assassin" has fought many of the sports biggest names in his fourteen-plus year career and believes he's the man to beat in this tournament, particularly when you look at the resume before him; Barnett is currently on a six-fight winning streak, with notable career wins over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Jeff Monson, and Randy Couture among many others. To date, his only career losses have come at the hands of a prime Mirko Filipovic (3), Nogueira in a tightly-contested rematch, and Pedro Rizzo at UFC 30 in 2001. When asked where he stands in this field of giants, Barnett was frank.
“Plain and simple, I’m the best fighter in this tournament. I’ve got the most experience. … I’ve been fighting longer. I’ve been in the sport longer. I’ve fought all the top guys, and the fact that some of these guys in the tournament are the top guys now, well, they weren’t the top guys when I was fighting. A lot of the top guys I fought were the top guys for years, some near a decade. Just because you got into the upper echelon just now -- we’ll see how it turns out later on in life. I’ve got the biggest skill set and I think I’ve got the best overall, all-around ability and I’m just the meanest, angriest, most bloodthirsty bastard out of them all.”
Be sure to catch the action Saturday, June 18, live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The full fight card is found below:
Alistair Overeem vs. Fabricio Werdum
Josh Barnett vs. Brett Rogers
K.J. Noons vs. Jorge Masvidal
Daniel Cormier vs. Jeff Monson
Valentijn Overeem vs. Chad Griggs
Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante vs. Justin Wilcox
Conor Heun vs. Magno Almeida
Nah-Shon Burrell vs. Joe Ray
Todd Moore vs. Mike Bronzoulis
Brian Melancon vs. Isaac Vallie-Flagg
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Monday 13 June 2011
MMA Combat - UFC 131 - Results and Bonuses
MMA Combat - UFC 131 - Results and Bonuses
UFC 131 went down Saturday, June 11, at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and featured a heavyweight title eliminator in the main-event when Shane Carwin battled division #2 Junior dos Santos for a shot at promotion champion Cain Velasquez later this year.
The Team Blackhouse representative was simply too diverse and precise when standing for the one-time title challenger Carwin to get comfortable. Scoring with jabs and hooks both upstairs and down throughout the fight, dos Santos cruised to a unanimous decision victory and now turns his attention to AKA standout Velasquez with his eye on heavyweight gold.
In the co-main event, veteran Kenny Florian took a unanimous decision victory over a game Diego Nunes in the Brazilian's first UFC appearance, and now lines himself up for a shot at featherweight kingpin Jose Aldo. Nunes pressed the action early, landing the bigger shots and grounding Florian with a big left hand late in the first; Florian dug deep however, putting his man up against the fence while scoring with multiple take-downs in the second and third rounds. Finding his rhythm on the feet, Florian was able to mix more technical combinations with well-timed shots down the stretch to realize the decision win.
The bonuses for the evening's card were captured by Sam Stout, Chris Weidman, Dave Herman and John Olav Einemo. Each pocketed an extra $70 000 for their efforts Saturday night with stunning finishes in their respective bouts. Sam Stout caught veteran Yves Edwards with a thudding counter left hook, keeping his man down for several minutes after the conclusion of the fight. The lightweight out of London, Ontario looks forward to a move up the 155lbs ladder with the knockout of the night performance. Chris Weidman tapped Jesse Bongfeldt with a standing guillotine choke at 4:54 of the first frame to earn submission of the night, while Dave Herman stopped Golden Glory submission specialist John Olav Einemo on third round strikes with both men earning fight of the night honors.
Other results from UFC 131 can be found below:
1 Darren Elkins def. Michihiro Omigawa via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
2 Joey Beltran def. Aaron Rosa via TKO (Punches) rd3 1:26
3 Dustin Poirier def. Jason Young via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
4 Nick Ring def. James Head via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) rd3 3:33
5 Krzysztof Soszynski def. Mike Massenzio via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
6 Chris Weidman def. Jesse Bongfeldt via Submission (Guillotine Choke) rd 1 4:54
7 Sam Stout def. Yves Edwards via KO (Punch) rd1 3:52
8 Donald Cerrone def. Vagner Rocha via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
9 Dave Herman def. John Olav Einemo via TKO (Punches) rd2 3:19
10 Mark Munoz def. Demian Maia via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
11 Kenny Florian def. Diego Nunes via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
12 Junior dos Santos def. Shane Carwin via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
UFC 131 went down Saturday, June 11, at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and featured a heavyweight title eliminator in the main-event when Shane Carwin battled division #2 Junior dos Santos for a shot at promotion champion Cain Velasquez later this year.
The Team Blackhouse representative was simply too diverse and precise when standing for the one-time title challenger Carwin to get comfortable. Scoring with jabs and hooks both upstairs and down throughout the fight, dos Santos cruised to a unanimous decision victory and now turns his attention to AKA standout Velasquez with his eye on heavyweight gold.
In the co-main event, veteran Kenny Florian took a unanimous decision victory over a game Diego Nunes in the Brazilian's first UFC appearance, and now lines himself up for a shot at featherweight kingpin Jose Aldo. Nunes pressed the action early, landing the bigger shots and grounding Florian with a big left hand late in the first; Florian dug deep however, putting his man up against the fence while scoring with multiple take-downs in the second and third rounds. Finding his rhythm on the feet, Florian was able to mix more technical combinations with well-timed shots down the stretch to realize the decision win.
The bonuses for the evening's card were captured by Sam Stout, Chris Weidman, Dave Herman and John Olav Einemo. Each pocketed an extra $70 000 for their efforts Saturday night with stunning finishes in their respective bouts. Sam Stout caught veteran Yves Edwards with a thudding counter left hook, keeping his man down for several minutes after the conclusion of the fight. The lightweight out of London, Ontario looks forward to a move up the 155lbs ladder with the knockout of the night performance. Chris Weidman tapped Jesse Bongfeldt with a standing guillotine choke at 4:54 of the first frame to earn submission of the night, while Dave Herman stopped Golden Glory submission specialist John Olav Einemo on third round strikes with both men earning fight of the night honors.
Other results from UFC 131 can be found below:
1 Darren Elkins def. Michihiro Omigawa via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
2 Joey Beltran def. Aaron Rosa via TKO (Punches) rd3 1:26
3 Dustin Poirier def. Jason Young via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
4 Nick Ring def. James Head via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) rd3 3:33
5 Krzysztof Soszynski def. Mike Massenzio via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
6 Chris Weidman def. Jesse Bongfeldt via Submission (Guillotine Choke) rd 1 4:54
7 Sam Stout def. Yves Edwards via KO (Punch) rd1 3:52
8 Donald Cerrone def. Vagner Rocha via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
9 Dave Herman def. John Olav Einemo via TKO (Punches) rd2 3:19
10 Mark Munoz def. Demian Maia via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
11 Kenny Florian def. Diego Nunes via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
12 Junior dos Santos def. Shane Carwin via Decision (Unanimous) rd3 5:00
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Friday 10 June 2011
UFC 131 Pick 'em
UFC 131 will go live, Saturday, June 11, from Roger's Arena in Vancouver, Canada and will be headlined by a heavyweight title-shot eliminator when Shane Carwin goes toe to toe with Team Blackhouse star Junior dos Santos.
The co-main event will feature Kenny Florian's debut at featherweight as he battles Nova Uniao standout Diego Nunes. With the performance, Florian will become the first fighter in UFC history to compete in four divisions, but he'll have his hands full with the once beaten WEC veteran.
Below you will find our main card picks for UFC 131 - Carwin vs. dos Santos. Tune in at 9pm EST, on UFC.tv or Pay-Per-View television to catch all the action live from Vancouver!
Donald Cerrone vs. Vagner Rocha
The co-main event will feature Kenny Florian's debut at featherweight as he battles Nova Uniao standout Diego Nunes. With the performance, Florian will become the first fighter in UFC history to compete in four divisions, but he'll have his hands full with the once beaten WEC veteran.
Below you will find our main card picks for UFC 131 - Carwin vs. dos Santos. Tune in at 9pm EST, on UFC.tv or Pay-Per-View television to catch all the action live from Vancouver!
Donald Cerrone vs. Vagner Rocha
As Rocha has stated in recent interviews leading up to the contest, this match is really a no-win for "The Cowboy," as he takes on a promotion new comer with a fraction of the experience he has in the sport. Rocha has stopped four of his seven opponents by way of submission, and will pose a threat in that department; however, Cerrone owns twelve of his fourteen career victories by that same method and should have no problems neutralizing Rocha's ground attack while picking him apart with superior stand-up technique. Cerrone turned a corner in his rematch with Jamie Varner, proving to the mixed martial arts community that he is willing to develop perceived weaknesses in his game after out-wrestling the former champ en-route to a unanimous decision win. Cerrone will take this one as well, 3rd round TKO stoppage is the call.
Demian Maia vs. Mark Munoz
Demian Maia, a one-time title challenger, has the ability to submit any man when the fight hits the mat as demonstrated by his five fight winning streak that began with his promotion debut at UFC 77. Maia stopped all five opponents by way of submission, including notables Jason MacDonald and Chael Sonnen. Recently, the highly decorated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blackbelt has worked diligently to improve his other skill-sets, with good results against the likes of Kendall Grove. "The Filipino Wrecking Machine" will prove too difficult a test however as this match-up simply does not stack up well for Maia. Munoz has big power in his hands, and without question is the more comfortable striker in the pocket. Coupled with his wrestling chops out of Oklahoma, which will dictate where this fight takes place, the pick here is Mark Munoz via KO victory or convincing unanimous decision.
Jon Olav Einemo vs. Dave Herman
Jon Olav Einemo vs. Dave Herman
In a battle of heavyweights making their promotion debuts, wrestler Dave Herman takes on ADCC world champion Jon Olav Einemo. 6'6" Einemo from Oslo, Norway is also a grappler of the highest order, but has not competed in mixed martial arts competition since his armbar submission victory over James Thompson in November of 2006. Boasting a record of 6-1 with five submission stoppages, Einemo trains out of the Golden Glory gym in the Netherlands, notorious for putting out top-level strikers. Ring-rust could very well be the deciding factor in this one, as "Pee-wee" has twenty-two professional fights on his resume with only two defeats and fourteen [T]KO victories in that span. I look for him to be the more comfortable standing, and although a stoppage might be hard to come by, the Bellator and Sengoku veteran will come out with a comfortable win on the judges cards.
Kenny Florian vs. Diego Nunes
Any time you go up against a Nova Uniao fighter, you know you're in tough. The camp is without question at the pinnicle of fighter development in Brazil, and has traditionally been strongest in the lighter weight classes. Cue Diego Nunes, a 16-1-0 twenty-eight year old coming off three consecutive victories under the WEC banner, going 5-1 overall in the promotion. Nunes' last victory was perhaps his most impressive to date, topping former 145lbs champion Mike Thomas Brown via unanimous decision at UFC 125 on January 1st. His opponent, Kenny Florian, is a man who needs no introduction when he steps into the octagon. Entering the UFC through the Ultimate Fighter Season 1, losing the finals to Diego Sanchez at 185lbs, Florian will now compete in his fourth weight class, setting a promotion record in doing so. The 13-5-0 two-time lightweight title challenger has a tendency to show his best when his back is up against the wall; coming off a loss to Gray Maynard in his most recent performance, and re-inventing himself at featherweight, I expect that kind of display from Florian come Saturday night. Look for Florian to keep this fight standing, while executing a more diverse array of strikes. The call is "Kenflo" via unanimous decision nod.
Shane Carwin vs. Junior dos Santos
Another tough bout to call, the main-event at UFC 131 is exactly the kind of fight that fans want to finish the evening. Both of these heavyweight contenders have made their names by knocking people out, and while the similarities appear to end there, that is the one trait that will make this fight a blockbuster from start to finish. dos Santos, being the younger, quicker man will look to utilize that advantage standing, while putting on a display with his slick combinations. Carwin's potential to end the fight with one punch cannot be ignored however, and the Brazilian star will have to be wary of this. The one tipping factor for myself heading into this contest, as I am a fan of both competitors, is that I can't help but feel dos Santos has been slightly 'spoon fed' his opponents so-to-speak. When looking back at his list of victims since joining the UFC, while impressive, there hasn't been one strong wrestler in the bunch and the strikers he has toppled are well beyond their prime years. Dropping twenty pounds of weight since his last appearance, I'm willing to bet the supposed 'cardio issues' Carwin was dubbed to have were little more than a fighter furiously punching himself out over four minutes, in a championship bout. Carwin took a valuable lesson away from that loss to Lesner, the only time he has ever been outside of the first round... to pick his shots more wisely when gaining a dominate position. Carwin will use his wrestling base and strength advantage to stifle dos Santos throughout the contest; "Cigano" will have his moments, and certainly threaten on the feet, but the Grudge Training Center product will walk away with his hand raised.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Thursday 9 June 2011
MMA Combat - Koscheck Sues NGAUGE Over T-Shirt, Co-Founder Bonner Comments
It has been reported that TUF Season 1 housemates Josh Koscheck and Stephan Bonner, co-founder of NGAUGE Apparel, are tied up in a battle of their own, although not the kind you might expect as Koscheck's lawyers officially served Bonner's brand a notice of their pending lawsuit yesterday, with concern to the unauthorized use of Koscheck's image (a depiction) and name.
The two fought on opposite teams in the ground-breaking first season, although in different weight divisions on the series, but you might say the competitive fires still burn deep. When asked in an interview with fiveknuckles.com if anyone in the organization rubbed him the wrong way, the light heavyweight had the following to say:
"If anyone rubs me the wrong way," said Bonner, "it'll be Koscheck for siccing his lawyers on me... I would drop a lot of weight to fight him."
Funny enough, it was Koscheck who inspired the idea behind the line of shirts, described by "The American Psycho" as a parody of the Garbage Pail Kids from the 80s.
"He actually inspired the idea, he talks so much s--- in the Daley fight and after the fight. The whole time I see Koscheck talking s--- to him on the ground, I thought it was hilarious and I was carrying on about it... I thought it was the funniest thing, like he is just a trash talking kid at heart."
Funny or not, NGAUGE, who has received positive feedback from other fighters featured on the line of shirts will not be allowed to sell those printed with Koscheck's character on them. If you ask Bonner's opinion on the matter, he doesn't think it will be overwhelming loss of sales.
"I didn't think his was gonna sell too much anyway"
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Wednesday 8 June 2011
MMA Combat - UFC 131 Prelims to Air on Youtube
It was announced on Tuesday, June 7, that the UFC will stream five preliminary bouts from UFC 131 - Carwin vs. dos Santos on its official YouTube.com channel.
The UFC has long utilized its YouTube network with over 200 000 subscribers at present, particularly to upload preview shows, insider interviews and the like; but June 11 will mark the first time the promotion has offered a live stream via the video giant.
Of late, the promotion has been using facebook.com to perform the function of live streaming, but UFC president Dana White has indicated their intention to expand into myspace, orkut, and obviously YouTube as they look to broaden their social networking footprint. Note that the promotion facebook page will also feature the first five prelim bouts from the event, as is becoming tradition.
The bouts scheduled to air on the channel include Michihiro Omigawa vs. Darren Elkins, Aaron Rosa vs. Joey Beltran, Dustin Poirier vs. Jason Young, James Head vs. Nick Ring, and late replacement Mike Massenzio vs. Krzysztof Soszynski
The full card from UFC 131 can be found below:
Shane Carwin vs. Junior dos Santos
Kenny Florian vs. Diego Nunes
Jon Olav Einemo vs. Dave Herman
Demian Maia vs. Mark Munoz
Donald Cerrone vs. Vagner Rocha
Chris Weidman vs. Jesse Bongfeldt
Yves Edwards vs. Sam Stout
Dustin Poirier vs. Jason Young
Nick Ring vs. James Head
Darren Elkins vs. Michihiro Omigawa
Krzysztof Soszynski vs. Mike Massenzio
Aaron Rosa vs. Joey Beltran
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Tuesday 7 June 2011
MMA Combat - Carano Fails Medical
 |
| You can scratch Gina, (bottom right) |
Former Strikeforce 145lbs champion Gina Carano (7-1-0) has been forced to withdraw from her scheduled appearance June 18 vs. Sarah D'Alelio (4-1-0) as Strikeforce executive director, Scott Coker broke the news earlier today that Carano failed her pre-fight medical examination.
“I know that that she’s really disappointed... It’s an unfortunate situation, but we have no further information at this time,” said Coker.
Carano's last bout was her one and only loss at the hands of current champion, Cristine "Cyborg" Santos, which took place August 15, 2009. The cause of concern behind Carano's medical examination has not yet been disclosed, and at present D’Alelio is left without an opponent.
Strikeforce - Overeem vs. Werdum will feature the other two quarterfinals yet to be contested for the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix, where promotion champion Alistair Overeem will square off with the red hot Fabricio Werdum; and Brett Rogers will have his hands full with UFC and PRIDE veteran Josh Barnett. Antonio Silva and Sergei Kharitonov await the winners, already through to the semi-finals themselves.
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Bellator 47 Heads to Casino Rama, Ontario, Canada
MMA Combat - Bellator 47 Heads to Casino Rama, Ontario, Canada
Tuesday, June 7, 2011, Officials from Casino Rama in Orillia, Ontario, Canada, announced today that the venue will host Bellator 47 - Warren vs. Freire, this summer, July 23, which will mark the promotion's first event outside of U.S. territory.
The card will feature the semifinal match-ups for Bellator's eight-man "Summer Series" Featherweight Tournament, and will also be headlined by 145lbs champion Joe Warren (7-1-0) when he takes on dangerous Team Nogueira representative Patricio Freire (17-1-0) in a rematch of their Season Two Featherweight Tournament Final. Warren represents the only loss on "Pitbull's" record, and the talented Brazilian earned his rematch with a victory last month in the Season Four 145lbs Tournament Final.
Joe Warren last competed in April of this year, defeating Marcos Galvao by unanimous decision in his first title defense; the Team Quest wrestling ace utilizes his relentless pace and top control style to stifle and outlast opponents as five of his seven career victories have come by way of decision.
Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney had the following to say regarding the promotion's first Canadian show: "Our fans have been asking us to come to Canada since our very first season... Casino Rama is an unbelievable venue and should make for a magical night of fights at Bellator 47."
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Tuesday, June 7, 2011, Officials from Casino Rama in Orillia, Ontario, Canada, announced today that the venue will host Bellator 47 - Warren vs. Freire, this summer, July 23, which will mark the promotion's first event outside of U.S. territory.
The card will feature the semifinal match-ups for Bellator's eight-man "Summer Series" Featherweight Tournament, and will also be headlined by 145lbs champion Joe Warren (7-1-0) when he takes on dangerous Team Nogueira representative Patricio Freire (17-1-0) in a rematch of their Season Two Featherweight Tournament Final. Warren represents the only loss on "Pitbull's" record, and the talented Brazilian earned his rematch with a victory last month in the Season Four 145lbs Tournament Final.
Joe Warren last competed in April of this year, defeating Marcos Galvao by unanimous decision in his first title defense; the Team Quest wrestling ace utilizes his relentless pace and top control style to stifle and outlast opponents as five of his seven career victories have come by way of decision.
Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney had the following to say regarding the promotion's first Canadian show: "Our fans have been asking us to come to Canada since our very first season... Casino Rama is an unbelievable venue and should make for a magical night of fights at Bellator 47."
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
MMA Combat - Massenzio Replaces Pokrajac at UFC 131, UFC Live 4 Card Shuffled
 |
| Soszynski will look to impress at UFC 131 |
The card for UFC 131 - Carwin vs. dos Santos, next Saturday, June 11, in Vancouver, Canada, has been updated once more as Canadian Krzysztof Soszynski (25-11-1) loses another scheduled opponent to injury.
Soszynski was originally slated to face Anthony Perosh at the event, who was later replaced by Igor Pokrajac; now, the Croatian born fighter has suffered the same fate opening the door for Mike Massenzio (12-4-0) to take on "The Polish Experiment" on short notice.
Also in the news, UFC Live 4, scheduled for June 26, at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been shuffled around with Danish star Martin Kampmann picking up an injury during training.
The promotion announced on Monday that veteran Matt "The Immortal" Brown (11-10-0) will fill the void vs. John "Doomsday" Howard (14-6-0), while Cesar Gracie trained Daniel "Ninja" Roberts (12-2-0) will step in to replace Brown against his original opponent for the event, Rich Attonito (9-4-0).
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Monday 6 June 2011
MMA Combat - Guida Walks Away Top Earner at TUF 13 Finale
MMA Combat - Guida Walks Away Top Earner at TUF 13 Finale
With the upset victory over promotion new-comer and former WEC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis, Clay Guida walked away the top earner ($74 000) this past weekend at the Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Excluding event bonuses, Ed Herman and Jeremy Stephens were second and third respectively on the contractual payouts at $48 000 and $40 000 each.
Tony Ferguson, Kyle Kingsbury, Fabio Maldonado, and Reuben Duran picked up an extra $40 000 each taking home knockout of the night, fight of the night, and submission of the night bonuses customary at each event.
**Additional payouts for good performances are not uncommon in back-room dealings and are not reflected below.
The Ultimate Fighter 13 payouts:
Tony Ferguson: $16,000 (includes $8,000 win bonus) (KO of the night bonus $40 000)
def. Ramsey Nijem: $8,000
Clay Guida: $74,000 ($37,000 win bonus)
def. Anthony Pettis: $10,000
Ed Herman: $48,000 ($24,000 win bonus)
def. Tim Credeur: $10,000
Kyle Kingsbury: $20,000 ($10,000 win bonus) (FOTN bonus $40 000)
def. Fabio Maldonado: $10,000 (FOTN bonus $40 000)
Chris Cope: $16,000 ($8,000 win bonus)
def. Chuck O'Neil: $8,000
Jeremy Stephens: $40,000 ($20,000 win bonus)
def. Danny Downes: $4,000
George Roop: $12,000 ($6,000 win bonus)
def. Josh Grispi: $15,000
Shamar Bailey: $16,000 ($8,000 win bonus)
def. Ryan McGillivray: $8,000
Clay Harvison: $16,000 ($8,000 win bonus)
def. Justin Edwards: $8,000
Scott Jorgensen: $29,000 ($14,500 win bonus)
def. Ken Stone: $5000
Reuben Duran: $12,000 ($6,000 win bonus) (Sub of the night bonus $40 000)
def. Francisco Rivera: $4,000
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
With the upset victory over promotion new-comer and former WEC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis, Clay Guida walked away the top earner ($74 000) this past weekend at the Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Excluding event bonuses, Ed Herman and Jeremy Stephens were second and third respectively on the contractual payouts at $48 000 and $40 000 each.
Tony Ferguson, Kyle Kingsbury, Fabio Maldonado, and Reuben Duran picked up an extra $40 000 each taking home knockout of the night, fight of the night, and submission of the night bonuses customary at each event.
**Additional payouts for good performances are not uncommon in back-room dealings and are not reflected below.
The Ultimate Fighter 13 payouts:
Tony Ferguson: $16,000 (includes $8,000 win bonus) (KO of the night bonus $40 000)
def. Ramsey Nijem: $8,000
Clay Guida: $74,000 ($37,000 win bonus)
def. Anthony Pettis: $10,000
Ed Herman: $48,000 ($24,000 win bonus)
def. Tim Credeur: $10,000
Kyle Kingsbury: $20,000 ($10,000 win bonus) (FOTN bonus $40 000)
def. Fabio Maldonado: $10,000 (FOTN bonus $40 000)
Chris Cope: $16,000 ($8,000 win bonus)
def. Chuck O'Neil: $8,000
Jeremy Stephens: $40,000 ($20,000 win bonus)
def. Danny Downes: $4,000
George Roop: $12,000 ($6,000 win bonus)
def. Josh Grispi: $15,000
Shamar Bailey: $16,000 ($8,000 win bonus)
def. Ryan McGillivray: $8,000
Clay Harvison: $16,000 ($8,000 win bonus)
def. Justin Edwards: $8,000
Scott Jorgensen: $29,000 ($14,500 win bonus)
def. Ken Stone: $5000
Reuben Duran: $12,000 ($6,000 win bonus) (Sub of the night bonus $40 000)
def. Francisco Rivera: $4,000
Follow us on twitter @mmacombatDOTcom
facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/update_secur...63733427002469
youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/mmacomba...m?feature=mhum
Blogger: http://mmacombatdotcom.blogspot.com/
And on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/mmacombatdotcom
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)