Andrei Arlovski vs. Roy Nelson
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Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Dwarf MMA Action from Florida
Who says little people can't be exploited?
Thanks to www.fightlinker.com
This makes sense......
Gegard Mousasi says he is training with Fedor and that Fedor will fight Josh Barnett in the January Affliction show.....story here at Bloodyelbow.com
"On a lot of levels it's strictly a business move. Lesnar v Couture is worth far more money than Couture v Fedor."
- Paul Heyman UK's Sun Sports Columnist article here
I think this has the potential to be the biggest fight in MMA history, but Fedor still looms big in the minds of MMA fans in the USA. I think before the Affliction show, most of America really had not bought into Fedor, but after he dismantled Tim Sylvia in less than a minute, people in the USA began to realize the guy was legit. Fedor is very soft spoken and probably is not equipped to hype a fight very well, but his legendary ring performances would probably be enough to push Fedor vs. Couture over the top. Lesnar has the Wrestling Community behind him and I am sure he brought a whole new legion of fans when he came to the UFC, but his cage skills still need sharpening. I think if this fight happened a year from now, it would probably be better, but considering the UFC is paying Lesnar #1 contender money he needs to do this fight now.
Today's News
I still think it is funny that people find Ken Shamrock to be a legit MMA fighter, but Luke Thomas makes a "case for Kimbo" here Did you people not see Ken take a dive against Robert Berry at Cage Rage 25? Please see the video above and if you still think Ken actually can fight I'd like some of that sweet sweet cheeve you are smoking. FYI current odds Kimbo(-500) and Ken (+300) Regardless, this fight needs to be a ratings boom for Elite XC
Randy Couture interview with MMAWeekly here
Okami vs. Lister at UFC 92
Franklin vs. Hendo at UFC 93?
Here is the bout order for Saturday night's blood bath
Pretty interesting Rant about the sport of MMA here
Gina Carano is single and looking to secure top position...........
Strikeforce ring girl pics are here.........enjoy Harris
Monday, September 29, 2008
“I love it,” he told NBCSports.com in an email. “There are a lot of different ways to present MMA and Boxing. Golden Boy does a great job in promoting, particularly promoting PPV. Affliction has gone all-in… The combination could really get a strong foothold in the market.”
- Mark Cuban on the Affliction, Elite, Golden Boy combo
More detailes here
- Mark Cuban on the Affliction, Elite, Golden Boy combo
More detailes here
UFC 93 in Dublin?
"The world's leading mixed martial arts organisation is reportedly planning to stage a fight card in Dublin on January 17 - with the event likely to be held at the O2 Arena and billed as UFC 93.
That would see the much-anticipated fight between BJ Penn and Georges St Pierre - scheduled for SuperBowl weekend - shift down the schedule and become UFC 94. "
- Article here
That would see the much-anticipated fight between BJ Penn and Georges St Pierre - scheduled for SuperBowl weekend - shift down the schedule and become UFC 94. "
- Article here
War Machine Speaks via BloodyElbow.com
Another Myspace Bulletin gem from War Machine:
Evan Tanner and the faggot ass UFC..
So the UFC decided to let me go because of my statements after the death of Evan Tanner. They tried to make it look like I was insensitive towards Evan and that that was the reason I was being cut.
In all honesty my bulletin regarding Evan was bashing the UFC and the way they treat fighters and not negative to Evan in any way. if anything I was sticking up for Evan and the way he was mistreated by the UFC just like the vast majority of it fighters.
Anyway, since my bulletins and all the bullshit being talked about on the underground several of Evan Tanner's close friends and family members have been in contact with me. 99 percent of them were not mad at all and pretty much let me know that they knew where I was going with the whole bulletin and for me not to worry about hurting any of them directly.
SO yeah one of his close friends just messaged me a few hours ago and let me know that the UFC sent NO ONE to speak at his funeral. He let me know how much this saddened the family and how very disappointed they were about it all.
This is an EX CHAMPION of theirs, NOT some scrub that fought for them once and thats it. Are you trying to tell me he doesn't deserve any of the UFC brass' presence at his funeral? Doesn't deserve a single kind word or statement of gratitude for the services that he provided their organization?
Fucking bullshit if you ask me. This also brings me back to the whole reason I was let go by them. It obviously wasn't because they thought I was offensive to the Tanners it was as I ALWAYS knew...it was because I spoke my mind about the organization and the way the treat their fighters.
Actions speak louder than words and they can say what they want about why they were not present but to me it sure looks like they didn't give two shits about the guy.
Fucking sad.
WM
Send fucking flowers to Tanner's funeral service. Nothing more to say."
Evan Tanner and the faggot ass UFC..
So the UFC decided to let me go because of my statements after the death of Evan Tanner. They tried to make it look like I was insensitive towards Evan and that that was the reason I was being cut.
In all honesty my bulletin regarding Evan was bashing the UFC and the way they treat fighters and not negative to Evan in any way. if anything I was sticking up for Evan and the way he was mistreated by the UFC just like the vast majority of it fighters.
Anyway, since my bulletins and all the bullshit being talked about on the underground several of Evan Tanner's close friends and family members have been in contact with me. 99 percent of them were not mad at all and pretty much let me know that they knew where I was going with the whole bulletin and for me not to worry about hurting any of them directly.
SO yeah one of his close friends just messaged me a few hours ago and let me know that the UFC sent NO ONE to speak at his funeral. He let me know how much this saddened the family and how very disappointed they were about it all.
This is an EX CHAMPION of theirs, NOT some scrub that fought for them once and thats it. Are you trying to tell me he doesn't deserve any of the UFC brass' presence at his funeral? Doesn't deserve a single kind word or statement of gratitude for the services that he provided their organization?
Fucking bullshit if you ask me. This also brings me back to the whole reason I was let go by them. It obviously wasn't because they thought I was offensive to the Tanners it was as I ALWAYS knew...it was because I spoke my mind about the organization and the way the treat their fighters.
Actions speak louder than words and they can say what they want about why they were not present but to me it sure looks like they didn't give two shits about the guy.
Fucking sad.
WM
Send fucking flowers to Tanner's funeral service. Nothing more to say."
Today's News
More Amber Nicole Miller pics here
Yves Edwards added to the Nov. 8th Elite XC card
Matt Hughes Blogs
Aleksander Emelianenko Update here
Behind the scenes with Rampage
Evan Tanner's camp
Gina Carano is focused
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Weekend Six Pack of Questions
1. Affliction/Golden Boy/Elite XC trio, is it as good a tio the Italian BMT meat trio at Subway or does it taste like day old tuna fish to you?
Luke: Definitely sounds like a quality sub, but probably not as good as the Club Supreme at Jersey Mike's, but that is neither here nor there. Affliction has the biggest names, Golden Boy knows how to promote, and Elite XC can fill out the weight classes. If they can somehow put it together under one banner than they have a legit shot at making a great promotion. the only thing I see getting in the way is money and I don't mean a lack of it. I think it will be hard to make a business deal that will make all parties happy. Maybe things work for the Oct. 4th show, but who knows how things will work in the future.
2. Will the UFC make the move from PPV,Versus and Spike to a mainstream network like ABC, FOX, HBO or NBC?
Luke: Unless, one of those networks gives all the production and direction over to the UFC I don't think it will happen. I think it is highly unlikely that any of those networks would pay for the rights and not have a say in production, so it isn't going to happen anytime soon. Should the trio of competitors put together a few more solid shows on CBS and up the dollar value of a UFC show then maybe Dana would give in, but until the money is right I think they will keep it PPV
3. Wheat Beer or Stout?
Luke: Wheat Beer in the summer and early fall. Oatmeal Stout in the winter.
4. If you could ask Dana White one question what would it be?
Luke: Why do you cuss so much? JK When are you signing Fedor?
Luke: Kimbo hands down, he may actually "Punish" him into retirement ala Tito Ortiz.
6. Should the UFC bring on women fighters?
Luke: Definitely, Kyra Gracie would be my number one pick up right now and I bet she could take Carano down...
Today's News
Friday, September 26, 2008
Afternoon Blogorama....
Steve Cantwell (6-1) vs. Brian Stann (6-1) #3 is set for Fight for the Troops on Dec. 10th
UFC Moves into Romania
Miguel Torres will face off against Manny Tapia at WEC 37 on Dec. 3rd
Thiago Silva vs. Lyoto Machida moved to UFC 93
Ramapge is a big believer in Mike Bisping, thinks he could beat the Spider someday
Apparently no one can get in touch with Josh Barnett until after a fight is signed?
Update on Cro Cops Nuts, Rampage wants Silva more than the belt
5 ways Elite XC can get better here
UFC Moves into Romania
Miguel Torres will face off against Manny Tapia at WEC 37 on Dec. 3rd
Thiago Silva vs. Lyoto Machida moved to UFC 93
Ramapge is a big believer in Mike Bisping, thinks he could beat the Spider someday
Apparently no one can get in touch with Josh Barnett until after a fight is signed?
Update on Cro Cops Nuts, Rampage wants Silva more than the belt
5 ways Elite XC can get better here
Today's News
5 Oz. of Pain Exclusive interview with EliteXC heavyweight prospect Dave Herman
Television Preview and Predictions for tonight’s ShoXC: Reis vs. Cullum
WEC officially abolishes middleweight and light heavyweight classes
Thiago Silva vs Lyoto Machida rescheduled for UFC 93
Ryo Chonan vs Brad Blackburn UFC 92 fight in the works
Atencio reveals Affliction’s plan
HDNet Looks To Purchase IFL’s Assets in Fire-Sale
Television Preview and Predictions for tonight’s ShoXC: Reis vs. Cullum
WEC officially abolishes middleweight and light heavyweight classes
Thiago Silva vs Lyoto Machida rescheduled for UFC 93
Ryo Chonan vs Brad Blackburn UFC 92 fight in the works
Atencio reveals Affliction’s plan
HDNet Looks To Purchase IFL’s Assets in Fire-Sale
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Brett Rogers Chomping at the bit
“I’m gonna look [Kimbo Slice] in the eyes and let him know. He’s gonna feel that fear, ”
- Brett Rogers, article here
Unlikely Movie
Not really the movie buff of the two brothers, but I came across this article about a movie called "Rigged". From what I gather from the article I read, it is kind of like a "Million Dollar Baby" meets MMA type flick. It was filmed mostly in Lawrence and will makes its debut at the Kansas International Film Festival tonight. The movie Trailer is here and it looks well cut. I'd probably like to see a good male MMA movie made first before I jump into the female genre, but hey it could be a good springboard.
Thanks to Female Mixed Martial Artists
Thanks to Female Mixed Martial Artists
Today's News
The fact that Josh Barnett isn't fighting Arlovski on the Oct. 4th card made the rounds last night and accusations that Barnett declined the fight persisted until he stated on his website that he was never offered the fight. Why not? Probably because Elite XC doesn't want Kimbo to be overshadowed and undoubtedly a Barnett vs. Arlovksi match up would have produced a better fight for fans than Carano or Kimbo, Elite XC's two biggest assets. I know, why would they deny fans the best fight? Pretty simple, Elite XC is run by boxing promoters, which is why Kimbo is facing a guy who was put out to pasture about five years ago. Are they saving that match up for a Showtime PPV with Affliction? I couldn't tell you, but the partnership would seem logical because they each have something to bring to the table. Affliction has some top quality guys and Donald Trumps money while Elite XC has a roster full of fighters at all weight classes and a partnership with Showtime/CBS. The only question is, what will the new organization be called? On that note I give you these thoughts from MMAJunkie.
Yahoo! Sports really needs to step up their game because this dude is a joke.....honestly this is probably the worst post ever and such a stretch it is not even funny.....not only that but most of the "breaking" news he posts is late or unoriginal, the exception being this bastardization of an unrelated news story.
Has Kimbo jumped the Shark?
Bigfoot Silva speaks out on the drug test and his plans for appeal
Gina Carano is locked in on Oct. 4th
Roger Huerta talks with MMACanada.net
HDNet buys what is left of IFL
Gilbert Melendez update is here
Current Odds for Elite XC's Oct. 4th fight here
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Good Take
"Every MMA site went out of their way to cover the DREAM 6 event as if it was a big deal, and yet when the bad TV ratings predictably were released, none of these sites are talking about the fallout. I am curious as to why…"
- Zach Arnold FightOpinion.com post is here
While I didn't spend to much time discussing the fights, the exception being the Cro Cop match, I think people have a desire to know what is going on in Japanese MMA, because PRIDE threw some awesome shows and a few solid stars have stuck around to fight in WVR and DREAM. Secondly, they can do a lot of things in Japanese MMA that they can't do in the U.S. i.e. hold tournaments as well as utilize foot stomps and soccer kicks. Third, I think the Japanese ref their fights well, forcing the action, unlike in the U.S. where fights get dull from time to time if the fighters aren't very good. Plus, the ring provides better viewing for both the audience in house and at home. Will Japan ever have a PRIDE type organization again? No, the viewing audience doesn't have the appetite to support it, as the poor ratings show. I think the fad has worn itself out. Pro Wrestling, K1 etc seem to be much more entrenched as far as support from Japanese fight fans. Plus, I think the biggest stars in the sport have gravitated back to the U.S. and it is probably a lot harder to sell a Cro Cop fight when you know, as a Japanese fan, that he left the UFC because he felt he needed to get better.
Luke Thomas from Bloodyelbow.com shares his thoughts here
- Zach Arnold FightOpinion.com post is here
While I didn't spend to much time discussing the fights, the exception being the Cro Cop match, I think people have a desire to know what is going on in Japanese MMA, because PRIDE threw some awesome shows and a few solid stars have stuck around to fight in WVR and DREAM. Secondly, they can do a lot of things in Japanese MMA that they can't do in the U.S. i.e. hold tournaments as well as utilize foot stomps and soccer kicks. Third, I think the Japanese ref their fights well, forcing the action, unlike in the U.S. where fights get dull from time to time if the fighters aren't very good. Plus, the ring provides better viewing for both the audience in house and at home. Will Japan ever have a PRIDE type organization again? No, the viewing audience doesn't have the appetite to support it, as the poor ratings show. I think the fad has worn itself out. Pro Wrestling, K1 etc seem to be much more entrenched as far as support from Japanese fight fans. Plus, I think the biggest stars in the sport have gravitated back to the U.S. and it is probably a lot harder to sell a Cro Cop fight when you know, as a Japanese fan, that he left the UFC because he felt he needed to get better.
Luke Thomas from Bloodyelbow.com shares his thoughts here
UFC Oktoberfest on Spike TV leads up to ‘Bisping vs Leben’ on October 18
Courtesy of Spike via MMAMania.com
MMARated Drops the Hammer
Great take from Richard Mann on the worst fighters to ever get a title shot....I have to say I agree with a lot of them, especially Quarry vs. Franklin
Evan Tanner's Last Blog Entry (Never Published)
“It’s Tuesday night. Tomorrow I go out into the desert. It has taken over a month to get all the gear together. The preparation for this adventure took far longer than I had expected. I’ve never done this before, so I took my time reading books, studying the land, and researching gear. A few weeks of solitude in the deep desert, and then back to civilization, and back to training.”
Spike uncovered this draft that Tanner never published. RIP Evan Tanner.
Via MMAMania.com/Spike.com
Blogorama Time
MMAMemories explains why the Japanese MMA model is broken
The Dr. is in the house and he wants to talk foot stomps
The Count gets all warm and fuzzy just thinking about Rampage and Kongo
Salute to the Troops at Fort Bragg not even approved yet?
Frank Mir explains what a Brock Lesnar punch feels like
Tryouts for the next TUF season to begin in October
Is Cro Cop done?
Some painfully bad comments by Rashad here
SI.com's top moments in MMA this summer
The Dr. is in the house and he wants to talk foot stomps
The Count gets all warm and fuzzy just thinking about Rampage and Kongo
Salute to the Troops at Fort Bragg not even approved yet?
Frank Mir explains what a Brock Lesnar punch feels like
Tryouts for the next TUF season to begin in October
Is Cro Cop done?
Some painfully bad comments by Rashad here
SI.com's top moments in MMA this summer
Early News
First things first, if you haven't check out the Cro Cop fight on youtube. The above clip is from the end of the fight and find Overeem's comments fairly hilarious since the bout was ruled a no contest. It is pretty clear that Overeem kneed him once in the nuts, Cro Cop protested, but the ref missed it and then he does it a second time at which time the fight is stopped. The fight is then restarted and Overeem commits the foul a third time which ultimately results in the no contest. Was Overeem winning the fight? At the time he had established dominant position on the ground twice and inflicted damage, but as soon as he went into the clinch with Cro Cop he landed the illegal knees, so it is difficult to determine how the fight might have ended. Certainly a rematch seems in order if DREAM is around long enough to hold one.
More news from DREAM 6, the show only drew a 9% rating far below expectations
Chris Leben has big things planned for UFC 89, "I'm going to make 20,000 people shut up"
David Blaine meets Kimbo Slice...hopes to end up better than his hero Houdini
Lots of things are expected out of UFC 91, but are things going as expected?
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Dana White...never at a loss for words
Pretty funny, I agree with his comments on Ken, but saying "Kimbo sucks" is a little over the top....but then again it wouldn't be Dana if it wasn't just totally ridiculous
The Iceman's Workout in the Phillippines
If there was ever a doubt that he can still draw this was the scene earlier this week....
The Art of the Backpeddle
If it is not clear to MMA fans now, it has been clear to me since day one that the Affliction people don't have a clue what they are doing. Their entire promotion is built around one person, Fedor, and now it seems that he is jumping ship to fight in Japan on New Years Eve. Their second show was set for Oct. 11th in Vegas, then it was bumped to January 17th so Fedor could be on the card, and now it appears the fight has been postponed to sometime in the first quarter of 2009. The promotion is quickly moving farther and farther away from being relevant in the sport of MMA, because it only has one belt(the Heavyweight WAMMA Belt) that it can call its' own, a roster of fighters that is suspect at best and it is quickly losing the one asset it did have, momentum coming off a strong opening show. Simple solution to getting back on track, a four man heavyweight tourney for the heavyweight title. Fedor vs. Arlovski and Barnett vs. Sylvia, the winners headline the second event of 2009. If they have any foresight they'll put this plan in motion immediately.
Cro Cop Responds
I have not had a chance to watch the DREAM 6 matches from last night, so I will save my own personal run down of the action until later this evening, but it is pretty clear based on the articles that I have read that Cro Cop got a raw deal. Essentially, the fight between the Croation Terrorist specialist and Alistair Overeem was called a no contest because Overeem repeatedly knee'd Cro Cop in the groin. Hmmmm, sounds a lot like the match between Cro Cop and Kongo. Anyways, Bloodyelbow.com has Cro Cop's thoughts here and I will provide my review of the fight later this evening.
Wandy vs. Rampage likely for UFC 93
"A very good source told me on Tuesday he expects Jackson and Silva to fight Jan. 31 (Super Bowl weekend) in Las Vegas in UFC 93. It’s a very fluid situation, but it’s almost certain it won’t happen in November and it’s very unlikely for December."
- from Kevin Iole's mailbag, rest of details are here
No question this would be an outstanding match up for the Super Bowl weekend PPV and I think it will be a tough first fight for Ramapge on his road back to the title.
Fight Updates
Cain Velasquez out Kongo in for UFC 92
Frank Edgar vs. Matt Wiman possibly at Fight Night for the Troops
Travis Lutter vs. Joe Doerkson at UFC 91, if Lutter can get back in shape
World Victory Road thinks Roger Gracie is faking an injury
Frank Edgar vs. Matt Wiman possibly at Fight Night for the Troops
Travis Lutter vs. Joe Doerkson at UFC 91, if Lutter can get back in shape
World Victory Road thinks Roger Gracie is faking an injury
Kurt Angle to fight in 2009
"I’m getting offers from the UFC, Pro Elite XC, Affliction and the IFL."
- Interview here
I am sure at one point this transition from Pro Wrestling will stop, but until then I am sure the sport will be happy to take more redneck money. I mean what's more important at this point, making your HELOC payment or watching a UFC PPV?
Today's News
Fedor Fighting NYE for DREAM.....mmmm that would leave him two weeks to recover for his Jan. 17th fight for Affliction...something has to give
Despite testing positive Bigfoot Silva is still Elite XC's heavyweight champ
DREAM 6 results and review from MMAWeekly here
Arianny Celeste video here
Tito and Jenna expecting twin bobbleheads
Monday, September 22, 2008
Tank Abbott Interview = Priceless
Tank refers to "queer street" around 5-6 times in his response to the first question, suffice to say it is a colorful interview.....details here
Matt Hamill sets the record straight
"I don't follow what people say in the media," said Hamill. "All I can say is I didn't follow the game plan that we put together. Duff wants me to perform at the level he knows I'm capable of. I'm glad I have a trainer that won't accept that performance and I respect him for speaking the truth. Duff didn't do anything wrong."
- Matt Hamill agrees with his trainer's assessment of his performance against Rich Franklin
More here
I have to say Hamill is a fantastic physical talent, but he needs to be on the same page with his trainer if he is going to win, not many fighters are successful when they deviate from the game plan set out in training for a fight.
- Matt Hamill agrees with his trainer's assessment of his performance against Rich Franklin
More here
I have to say Hamill is a fantastic physical talent, but he needs to be on the same page with his trainer if he is going to win, not many fighters are successful when they deviate from the game plan set out in training for a fight.
Afternoon Blogorama
Cote blows off some steam ahead of Anderson Silva showdown here
Fight Previews for DREAM 6
Cain Velasquez added to the Fight for the Troops event on Dec. 10th
Salaries and Bonuses for UFN 15 here
Fight Previews for DREAM 6
Cain Velasquez added to the Fight for the Troops event on Dec. 10th
Salaries and Bonuses for UFN 15 here
Ortiz Looking to KO Dog Fighting
Tito plans to combat the Mike Vicks of the world with his big head and pregnant porn princess...details here
Anderson Silva Rumors Not True
The UK's Sun confirmed that the rumors are not true....details are here
Today's News
“I’ll retire next year, I already gave my all. I don’t need to prove anything for anyone and within one year I’ll put my gloves aside.”
- Anderson Silva
Say it aint so Anderson......details are here, but I would bet this is just your usual contract ploy to up the ante, which he more than deserves after wrecking everybody in the Middleweight division of the UFC
The UFC using Manilla as a springboard to Asia....more details here
Elite XC stripped KJ Noons of his Title, comments expected today should Noons leave for boxing, it appears that Nick Diaz and Eddie Alvarez would fight for the title
Odds for DREAM 6 match ups are here
Fight of the year 2008, who you got?
Violence in MMA versus the NFL....here
Interesting setting for a photo shoot
- Anderson Silva
Say it aint so Anderson......details are here, but I would bet this is just your usual contract ploy to up the ante, which he more than deserves after wrecking everybody in the Middleweight division of the UFC
The UFC using Manilla as a springboard to Asia....more details here
Elite XC stripped KJ Noons of his Title, comments expected today should Noons leave for boxing, it appears that Nick Diaz and Eddie Alvarez would fight for the title
Odds for DREAM 6 match ups are here
Fight of the year 2008, who you got?
Violence in MMA versus the NFL....here
Interesting setting for a photo shoot
Friday, September 19, 2008
Weekend Edition: Six Pack of Questions
Is Houston Alexander done in the UFC?
Butch: Alexander's ground defense and BJJ is terrible. He needs to get a notable BJJ coach and hit the gym. He was clearly uncomfortable on the ground during the fight and Schafer easily mounted him before finishing him. I think the best thing for his career would be for the UFC to drop him and have him fight in some smaller shows. That way he can improve his ground game and become more well rounded. Highlight reel knockouts will get you fans, but being one dimensional will lead to many loses. Everyone knows Alexander's game plan and his greatest weakness.
Was the Nate Diaz fight as close as the Judges called it?
Luke: I was shocked that Neer actually took one judge for 29-28. I don't know what fight he was watching, but Diaz could do pretty much anything he wanted and went for a number of submissions. Was it a pretty fight? No, but I am pretty sure it was one that should have been scored 29-28 all around.
Butch: I have to agree with Luke on this one completely. I thought Neer had no business winning a round. Diaz showed that his BJJ is top quality even though he is a brown belt. I thought the fight would be a unanimous decision and think Neer agrees with me from his reaction when the score cards were announced.
TUF 9 "USA vs. England" good idea or bad idea?
Luke: It definitely has some potential, but I probably would have gone with a USA versus Japan or Brazil. I understand that are really trying to dominate the UK market, but I am not sure how good the fighters are going to be and you never want the show to be too lopsided. However, I reserve my judgment for later.
Butch:Dana White needs more fighters from the UK to expand their impact and make that market profitable. This is a great way to acquire new talent on the cheap and their hope is to find some characters in the process.
What would you change about the current TUF format?
Luke: I like that the fighters have to fight their way on, because the fights tend to be much more exiting. I wish that they could take the match up decisions out of the coaches hands and give Joe Silva a say in the matter, because I think it would make for better matches at the end of the show. Also, I like the tournament format better and I think if guys didn't know when they were fighting it would cut out the idiocy in the house, which I think takes away from the quality of the show at this point. Educate the audience on the MMA lifestyle and entertain with good fights, leave the drunks at home.
Butch: I think bringing back Willa Ford is great idea. I see enough of Dana White's mug and would like some eye candy. Another idea that I know Luke will disagree with is bringing back some challenges. I think the challenges add another element to fill the gap of the drinking shenanigans they are trying to eradicate from the show.
Brock Lesnar vs. The Natural and Big Nog vs. Mir, who you picking?
Luke: Brock is definitely a powerful dude, but a focused Couture is sure to beat is inexperience. Mir is a strong fighter, but if the division wasn't so weak I doubt he would be a coach this season. I see Couture vs. Big Nog for the title, winner gets Fedor.
Butch: This isn't as easy of a decision as one might think. Who knows what Randy will look like after a year of not fighting? Where is his head at and will he overlook Brock? I think Randy has always performed well as an underdog and many will predict Brock will overwhelm Randy. I however, think Randy will submit Brock and show his inexperience in the ring. In the other fight, Nog has the best BJJ in the heavyweight division and will be able to neutralize Mir's skills. I think Nog's size advantage will take him to victory.
Luke: Physically he is there, but I really question his mental focus and attitude. His game plan and execution over his last four fights has been poor. If he shows up and executes a solid game plan like he did versus Wanderlei, he can beat anyone, so no I think he can still fight.
Butch: Chuck is at an interesting point in his career. He has had a couple of devastating knockouts and is looking more and more like a one dimensional fighter. Chuck needs to focus on utilizing his wrestling and kickboxing skills that he featured early in his career. He has lost focus recently by looking for highlight reel knockouts that the fans expect. I think Chuck has a couple of more fights in him, but a loss in his next fight will surely mean retirement. He needs to put together a string of a couple of victories to become relevant again.
Luke: Unless he develops a ground game over night, the days of one dimensional fighters ended years ago. My feeling on Houston is that the UFC brought him in to prop up Jardine and he KO'd the guy so he had to get another short and when he blasted Alessio Sakara, he became a nice sideshow. Unfortunately, after three straight losses it is pretty apparent that he can't fight off his back and he hasn't done anything to show improvement in that respect. Secondly, he lost to a guy who probably doesn't deserve to be in the UFC either, because Eric Schafer is just as one dimensional only he can't fight standing up. Houston we enjoyed the KO's but your time on the big show is over.
Butch: Alexander's ground defense and BJJ is terrible. He needs to get a notable BJJ coach and hit the gym. He was clearly uncomfortable on the ground during the fight and Schafer easily mounted him before finishing him. I think the best thing for his career would be for the UFC to drop him and have him fight in some smaller shows. That way he can improve his ground game and become more well rounded. Highlight reel knockouts will get you fans, but being one dimensional will lead to many loses. Everyone knows Alexander's game plan and his greatest weakness.
Was the Nate Diaz fight as close as the Judges called it?
Luke: I was shocked that Neer actually took one judge for 29-28. I don't know what fight he was watching, but Diaz could do pretty much anything he wanted and went for a number of submissions. Was it a pretty fight? No, but I am pretty sure it was one that should have been scored 29-28 all around.
Butch: I have to agree with Luke on this one completely. I thought Neer had no business winning a round. Diaz showed that his BJJ is top quality even though he is a brown belt. I thought the fight would be a unanimous decision and think Neer agrees with me from his reaction when the score cards were announced.
TUF 9 "USA vs. England" good idea or bad idea?
Luke: It definitely has some potential, but I probably would have gone with a USA versus Japan or Brazil. I understand that are really trying to dominate the UK market, but I am not sure how good the fighters are going to be and you never want the show to be too lopsided. However, I reserve my judgment for later.
Butch:Dana White needs more fighters from the UK to expand their impact and make that market profitable. This is a great way to acquire new talent on the cheap and their hope is to find some characters in the process.
What would you change about the current TUF format?
Luke: I like that the fighters have to fight their way on, because the fights tend to be much more exiting. I wish that they could take the match up decisions out of the coaches hands and give Joe Silva a say in the matter, because I think it would make for better matches at the end of the show. Also, I like the tournament format better and I think if guys didn't know when they were fighting it would cut out the idiocy in the house, which I think takes away from the quality of the show at this point. Educate the audience on the MMA lifestyle and entertain with good fights, leave the drunks at home.
Butch: I think bringing back Willa Ford is great idea. I see enough of Dana White's mug and would like some eye candy. Another idea that I know Luke will disagree with is bringing back some challenges. I think the challenges add another element to fill the gap of the drinking shenanigans they are trying to eradicate from the show.
Brock Lesnar vs. The Natural and Big Nog vs. Mir, who you picking?
Luke: Brock is definitely a powerful dude, but a focused Couture is sure to beat is inexperience. Mir is a strong fighter, but if the division wasn't so weak I doubt he would be a coach this season. I see Couture vs. Big Nog for the title, winner gets Fedor.
Butch: This isn't as easy of a decision as one might think. Who knows what Randy will look like after a year of not fighting? Where is his head at and will he overlook Brock? I think Randy has always performed well as an underdog and many will predict Brock will overwhelm Randy. I however, think Randy will submit Brock and show his inexperience in the ring. In the other fight, Nog has the best BJJ in the heavyweight division and will be able to neutralize Mir's skills. I think Nog's size advantage will take him to victory.
Is Chuck Liddell done?
Luke: Physically he is there, but I really question his mental focus and attitude. His game plan and execution over his last four fights has been poor. If he shows up and executes a solid game plan like he did versus Wanderlei, he can beat anyone, so no I think he can still fight.
Butch: Chuck is at an interesting point in his career. He has had a couple of devastating knockouts and is looking more and more like a one dimensional fighter. Chuck needs to focus on utilizing his wrestling and kickboxing skills that he featured early in his career. He has lost focus recently by looking for highlight reel knockouts that the fans expect. I think Chuck has a couple of more fights in him, but a loss in his next fight will surely mean retirement. He needs to put together a string of a couple of victories to become relevant again.
KJ Noons riding off......
“I’m not totally separating myself from them, but I’m just going to do what kind of makes most sense for me so right now it’s just to box and just stay in shape and whenever a good fight comes along or the best offer for me, you know I’m going to take that.”
- KJ Noons
Looks like Noons is looking for pay elsewhere at the moment, rest of the interview is here
- KJ Noons
Looks like Noons is looking for pay elsewhere at the moment, rest of the interview is here
File this under OMG
“If I were Forrest, I would be a little scared right now,” Winkeljohn(Rashad Evans Boxing coach)
This stuff really pisses me off. Granted this is clearly a move to hype a fight that realistically probably wouldn't be happening if Chuck had executed a better game plan, but just because the fight is going to happen doesn't mean that we should be subject to this garbage. Rashad landed one punch and was inches away from being crushed himself. If he thinks that he can run and trick himself into a KO of Forrest he'll end up getting punked out just like his brother on episode one of TUF. Forrest submitted Shogun and beat the piss out of Rampage, if anyone should be afraid in this fight it should be Rashad because Forrest has outclassed two top five fighters at 205 lb in his last two fights.....other than beat Chuck Liddell, who is on the downside of his career by the way, what signature win does Rashad have and don't tell me Tito?
This stuff really pisses me off. Granted this is clearly a move to hype a fight that realistically probably wouldn't be happening if Chuck had executed a better game plan, but just because the fight is going to happen doesn't mean that we should be subject to this garbage. Rashad landed one punch and was inches away from being crushed himself. If he thinks that he can run and trick himself into a KO of Forrest he'll end up getting punked out just like his brother on episode one of TUF. Forrest submitted Shogun and beat the piss out of Rampage, if anyone should be afraid in this fight it should be Rashad because Forrest has outclassed two top five fighters at 205 lb in his last two fights.....other than beat Chuck Liddell, who is on the downside of his career by the way, what signature win does Rashad have and don't tell me Tito?
SuperFights MMA takes Affliction's spot Oct. 11th
Thomas and Mack Center Las Vegas, tickets $15-$50 mostly Xtreme Couture Fighters
Card as of today
Rick Roufus vs. Hector Ramirez
Jay Hieron vs. Bryson Kamaka
Mike Pyle vs. Bryan Gassaway
John Alessio vs. Gideon Ray
Josh Haynes vs. Steve Byrnes
JJ Mix vs. John Halverson
Patrick Gonzalvez vs. Ryan Lamareaux
Ian Omolza vs. Ryan Haas
Elaina Reed vs. Stephanie Palmer
Info courtesy of MMAWeekly.com
Card as of today
Rick Roufus vs. Hector Ramirez
Jay Hieron vs. Bryson Kamaka
Mike Pyle vs. Bryan Gassaway
John Alessio vs. Gideon Ray
Josh Haynes vs. Steve Byrnes
JJ Mix vs. John Halverson
Patrick Gonzalvez vs. Ryan Lamareaux
Ian Omolza vs. Ryan Haas
Elaina Reed vs. Stephanie Palmer
Info courtesy of MMAWeekly.com
Nate The Great Interview
Nate Marquardt climbing back up the rankings...wants a second shot at Anderson Silva, but he's more than willing to take out Hendo and Bisping on the way....interview is here
Today's News
The UFC 90 card has been completed....details here
UFC 91: Demian Maia vs Nate Quarry...details here
Kevin Burns wants a chance to prove he isn't the dirty fighter the Bushwhackers think he is....
Jason McDonald gets a four fight deal....Clay guida talks keys to his UFN victory
Actual video of the Diaz Brothers meltdown
Fedor news here
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Take of the Day from Fightlinker
"Houston Alexander got mounted again like it wasn’t no big thang. THEN he never even came close to escaping that mount. THEN he got taken out by a slow arm triangle that anyone with a month’s worth of jiu jitsu experience could have seen coming a mile away. This wasn’t some advanced hardcore shit fueled by Eddie Bravo seminars and helped along with the support of Jesus, God, and guardian angels. This was some BJJ 101 stuff."
Couldn't have said it better, see the rest of the post here
Couldn't have said it better, see the rest of the post here
Diaz Brothers Dumb Things Down
SI.com reports that the Diaz brothers went bonkers at the post-fight press conference last night. Apparently, Nick shouted profanities to room and Nate sprinted out of the conference room with barely answering more that a few questions. Details are here. I know these guys come from the wrong side of the tracks, but guys you are getting paid to fight for a living, save your misplaced anger for your opponents.
Wow!!!!!
I wonder how many times Big John has wanted to do this?
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Today's News
MMAmania.com reports that Jason Guida, aka the only dude to not make weight for the TUF show last night, has signed on to fight with Elite XC.....interesting side note, a 10 lb weight cut is not uncommon in the sport and for his health to be at risk tells me that he probably came in much heavier than the 217 that he initially weighed in at....so what I am saying is he probably was pretty dried out when he started that cut at 217...either way, have the contestants on TUF never seen the show before or do they just assume that making weight is not required?
UFN 15 recap from MMAJunkie here
Bloodyelbow.com has a report from UFN 15 here.....more takes and interview here
TUF Episode 1 Recap here
Big Announcements from last night
- TUF 9 will be USA vs. England with 185 and 170 lb fighters
- DEc 10th the UFC "Fights for the Troops" at Fort Bragg and will benefit the Fallen Heroes Fund
- The UFC will rebroadcast Rampage vs. Griffin on Oct. 4th against the Kimbo vs. Shamrock CBS fight
Fight Opinion has an interesting piece on Elite XC financing issues here
UFN 15 recap from MMAJunkie here
Bloodyelbow.com has a report from UFN 15 here.....more takes and interview here
TUF Episode 1 Recap here
Big Announcements from last night
- TUF 9 will be USA vs. England with 185 and 170 lb fighters
- DEc 10th the UFC "Fights for the Troops" at Fort Bragg and will benefit the Fallen Heroes Fund
- The UFC will rebroadcast Rampage vs. Griffin on Oct. 4th against the Kimbo vs. Shamrock CBS fight
Fight Opinion has an interesting piece on Elite XC financing issues here
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Tito to the AFL?
MMARated.com is reporting that Tito Ortiz may be signing with the AFL. This seems to make a lot of sense because the organization needs a big star for their first PPV and will be willing to overpay Tito until they file for bankruptcy.
UFN 15 Staff Picks
Main Card
Lightweight bout: Nate Diaz (-220) vs. Josh Neer (+170)
Butch: Diaz, the winner of season 5 of the ultimate fighter, takes on Iowa's Josh "The Dentist" Neer. Diaz is a perfect 4-0 in the UFC and Neer is sporting a record of 3-3. Neer will look to utilize his improved striking and inflict a nasty group and pound attack. Neer will have to be careful because Diaz is a submission expert and Neer has been tapped by Drew Fickett, Nick Thompson and, most recently, by Nate's brother Nick Diaz. This will be the toughest test for Diaz and expect him to submit Neer in the 2nd round.
Luke: Nate Diaz via submission
Lightweight bout: Mac Danzig (+135) vs. Clay Guida (-165)
Butch: TUF season 6 winner Danzig takes on vetern lightweight Guida. This fight will be Danzig's toughest yet and Guida is coming off a 2-3 record in his past five bouts. Guida appears to be a one dimensional-wrestler with incredible speed and toughness. Danzig on the other hand is considered a well rounded fighter that combines striking and BJJ. Guida's biggest weakness is the abiltiy to finish fights i.e. Roger Huerta. I think Danzig will weather the storm and submit Guida in the 3rd round.
Luke: Guida via split decision
Middleweight bout: Ed Herman (-265) vs. Alan Belcher (+205)
Butch:I expect Herman to push this fight early and look to overwhlem Belcher utilizing the stragey that to a first round knockout at the hands of Jason Day at UFC 83. Belcher will look to take this fight to the ground and attempt submissions. Herman's wrestler skills are superior and I expect they will neutralize Belcher's submissions. This fight will end in a unanimous decision for Herman.
Luke: Herman via KO
Light Heavyweight bout: Houston Alexander (-285) vs. Eric Schafer (+225)
Butch: Schafer has a distinct advantage on the ground and if Alexander is on his back for an extended period of time, this could be a quick fight. Alexander throws heavy hands and will look for a highlight reel knockout to rebound from his recent embarassments. Schafer has lost his past two bouts due to TKOs (against Michael Bisping and Stephan Bonnar) and I expect the trend to continue to Alexander ending the fight in the first round.
Luke: Alexander KO
Preliminary Card
Middleweight bout: Alessio Sakara vs. Joe Vedepo
Butch: Sakara unanimous decision
Luke: Sakara KO
Middleweight bout: Wilson Gouveia vs. Ryan Jensen
Butch: Gouveia via submission
Luke: Gouveia decision
Lightweight bout: Joe Lauzon vs. Kyle Bradley
Butch: Lauzon via TKO
Luke: Bradley decision
Light heavyweight bout: Jason Brilz vs. Brad Morris
Butch: Brilz via submission
Luke: Brilz submission
Middleweight bout: Drew McFedries vs. Mike Massenzio
Butch: McFedries TKO
Luke: McFedries KO
Middleweight bout: Rob Kimmons vs. Dan Miller
Butch: Miller decision
Luke: Dan Miller submission
Lightweight bout: Nate Diaz (-220) vs. Josh Neer (+170)
Butch: Diaz, the winner of season 5 of the ultimate fighter, takes on Iowa's Josh "The Dentist" Neer. Diaz is a perfect 4-0 in the UFC and Neer is sporting a record of 3-3. Neer will look to utilize his improved striking and inflict a nasty group and pound attack. Neer will have to be careful because Diaz is a submission expert and Neer has been tapped by Drew Fickett, Nick Thompson and, most recently, by Nate's brother Nick Diaz. This will be the toughest test for Diaz and expect him to submit Neer in the 2nd round.
Luke: Nate Diaz via submission
Lightweight bout: Mac Danzig (+135) vs. Clay Guida (-165)
Butch: TUF season 6 winner Danzig takes on vetern lightweight Guida. This fight will be Danzig's toughest yet and Guida is coming off a 2-3 record in his past five bouts. Guida appears to be a one dimensional-wrestler with incredible speed and toughness. Danzig on the other hand is considered a well rounded fighter that combines striking and BJJ. Guida's biggest weakness is the abiltiy to finish fights i.e. Roger Huerta. I think Danzig will weather the storm and submit Guida in the 3rd round.
Luke: Guida via split decision
Middleweight bout: Ed Herman (-265) vs. Alan Belcher (+205)
Butch:I expect Herman to push this fight early and look to overwhlem Belcher utilizing the stragey that to a first round knockout at the hands of Jason Day at UFC 83. Belcher will look to take this fight to the ground and attempt submissions. Herman's wrestler skills are superior and I expect they will neutralize Belcher's submissions. This fight will end in a unanimous decision for Herman.
Luke: Herman via KO
Light Heavyweight bout: Houston Alexander (-285) vs. Eric Schafer (+225)
Butch: Schafer has a distinct advantage on the ground and if Alexander is on his back for an extended period of time, this could be a quick fight. Alexander throws heavy hands and will look for a highlight reel knockout to rebound from his recent embarassments. Schafer has lost his past two bouts due to TKOs (against Michael Bisping and Stephan Bonnar) and I expect the trend to continue to Alexander ending the fight in the first round.
Luke: Alexander KO
Preliminary Card
Middleweight bout: Alessio Sakara vs. Joe Vedepo
Butch: Sakara unanimous decision
Luke: Sakara KO
Middleweight bout: Wilson Gouveia vs. Ryan Jensen
Butch: Gouveia via submission
Luke: Gouveia decision
Lightweight bout: Joe Lauzon vs. Kyle Bradley
Butch: Lauzon via TKO
Luke: Bradley decision
Light heavyweight bout: Jason Brilz vs. Brad Morris
Butch: Brilz via submission
Luke: Brilz submission
Middleweight bout: Drew McFedries vs. Mike Massenzio
Butch: McFedries TKO
Luke: McFedries KO
Middleweight bout: Rob Kimmons vs. Dan Miller
Butch: Miller decision
Luke: Dan Miller submission
Today's News
Houston Alexander's career on the line? Good thing tonight's fight is in his home state....
Yahoo! Sports TUF preview is here
Juanito Ibarra answers some questions here
Swick and Goulet set to rumble at the TUF Finale
Performify's pick for UFN 15 are here
Blood Elbow picks are here
CB Dolloway to return at UFC 92
Fighters.com interviews some of the contestants in the upcoming TUF season here
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Evan Tanner Funeral Announced
From Team Tanner organizer Kyria (via email):
Via Fightlinker.com
I spoke with Evan’s family today and they have finalized Evan’s memorial. His memorial will be held in Amarillo, TX on September 27th at 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. The Civic Center is located at 401 South Buchanan Street.
If anyone wishes to send flowers or cards, they can be sent to Jeff Tanner, 504 S Harrison Street, Amarillo TX 79101. The family has also set up a memorial fund with The Amarillo National Bank. If you are interested in donating to his memorial fund, please email me for details.
I have received so many emails about purchasing a shirt, beanie, etc. I do not know Evan’s family’s plan for Team Tanner so I do not have the information you are looking for. The family has a lot to absorb and also needs time to mourn the loss of Evan so please respect that. If and when they decide to move ahead with shirts, etc, I have kept all of the emails and someone will be able contact them with the details.
Via Fightlinker.com
UFC 91 Wandy vs. Rampage Not Official
Wolfslair is reporting that Rampage is in training for a fight against the Axe Murderer at UFC 91, details here. No official announcement has been made by the UFC.
Preview of "Renzo Gracie: Legacy"
Courtesy of MMARated.com
"Renzo Gracie: Legacy" premieres at the inaugural U.S. Sports Film Festival in Philadelphia, PA, from October 23 to 26.
Today's News
Steve Cofield's picks for UFN 15 here
Slice ducked Joe Riggs in 2003?
Evan Tanner update here
Frank Mir Interview here
Very slow news day today...we should have our picks up for UFN 15 tonight
Slice ducked Joe Riggs in 2003?
Evan Tanner update here
Frank Mir Interview here
Very slow news day today...we should have our picks up for UFN 15 tonight
Monday, September 15, 2008
Cro Cop needs a win this weekend
Should he get by Overeem this weekend, it appears Cro Cop could be fighting for the DREAM Heavyweight title and a possible return to action in the UFC. Details Here
Melvin Guillard Busted on Aug. 13th
Sherdog is reporting that Guillard violated his probation from a drug charge in 2007 and this appears to be the reason he was pulled from UFC 90.
Blogorama
Interesting Evan Tanner take...I will just say that regardless, the petition is a good thing.
MMAJunkie talks the UFC Heavyweight division
Will Affliction and Golden Boy work? It's still a talent issue as far as I am concerned. Forget all the other stuff that Affliction is not up to standards on, they just don't have the stable of fighters to last
Will the Crow be returning to the UFC after his KO this weekend?
Joe Rogan updates us on his travels
Big Nog does an interview ahead of the start of the TUF season
MMAJunkie talks the UFC Heavyweight division
Will Affliction and Golden Boy work? It's still a talent issue as far as I am concerned. Forget all the other stuff that Affliction is not up to standards on, they just don't have the stable of fighters to last
Will the Crow be returning to the UFC after his KO this weekend?
Joe Rogan updates us on his travels
Big Nog does an interview ahead of the start of the TUF season
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Today's News
Sorry MMA Fans, USC vs. Ohio St. takes the top spot this weekend
Rashad reveals the secrets to one of the biggest KO's in UFC history
Affliction and Golden Boy make their partnership official
UFC Action Figures you may not see in stores......THAT'S CRAAAAAAZZZZZZZZY
Women's MMA News here
Rumble has his appeal rejected by the NSAC...still the worst ref job I have seen in any sport
UFC adds another Heavyweight to their ranks
More Evan Tanner Here
Friday, September 12, 2008
Really Did You Just Say That?
"This is the fight we've been looking at for a long time," Elite XC Vice President Jeremy Lappen said. "It's two of the biggest stars in the sport. The match-up is compelling, and it's a fight that a huge audience will want to see."
- Quote in reference to the upcoming Ken Shamrock - Kimbo Slice fight
For more idiocy check here
- Quote in reference to the upcoming Ken Shamrock - Kimbo Slice fight
For more idiocy check here
Xmas Comes in November
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Rachelle Leah will be the cover of November's Playboy.....tears are currently streaming down my face with joy
Japanese MMA in Trouble
Just as rumors begin to swirl about the viability of DREAM and World Victory Road, there is an article from the BloodyElbow.com that says that fighters are not even getting paid for the fights they are in! If true, it sounds like the UFC may be picking the right time to enter the Japanese market. However, it seems to me that that it is possible the fad of Japanese MMA could have come and gone. Both of those organizations are full of Japanese stars, so it is hard for me to believe that if they are in fact filling the stadiums legitimately that they would not make money. The problem with MMA and even Boxing is that gate sales can be manipulated easily, so it is difficult to really gauge the real interest in the event.
Here is the Article
Here is the Article
Machida wants to wait
“… we just don’t see the advantage of fighting a UFC newcomer. The (Thiago) fight made a lot of sense and it was the one we wanted…. We would like to wait for Thiago to heal up. They are both 13-0, so let’s see who gets to 14 first…. Nothing personal against Thiago. It’s going to be a bummer to have to stand across the Octagon from him, but sometimes you have to fight your friends…. I text messaged (UFC matchmaker) Joe Silva right after the fight on Saturday night and said we would fight Rashad next. But these guys know what they are doing. (UFC president) Dana (White) was saying that if Chuck (Liddell) got by Rashad, he would get a title shot but then Rashad beat Chuck and in that fashion (so) maybe that is the fight to promote. We would like to get a shot. (But) it’s a business and they think that that fight makes more sense right now. We don’t feel slighted.”
- Lyoto Machida from MMARated.com
Thiago has some dynamite finishing skills and I was definitely looking forward to seeing this fight. However, waiting for a fighter to recuperate is always risky and if he really wants a title shot, it would be best for him to fight now.
- Lyoto Machida from MMARated.com
Thiago has some dynamite finishing skills and I was definitely looking forward to seeing this fight. However, waiting for a fighter to recuperate is always risky and if he really wants a title shot, it would be best for him to fight now.
Today's News
Fightline.com is reporting that Evan Tanner died of heat exhaustion and that his bike did not run out of gas. It appears that Tanner may have run out of water and succumbed to the 110 degrees temperature in the desert
The Crow, David Loiseu, may be headed back to the UFC if he can pick up a victory this weekend at XMMA 5. After losing to Rich Franklin and Mike Swick, Loiseau lost his spot in the UFC, and suffered an additional defeat to Joey Villasenor of Elite XC, but has rebounded with two straight wins.
Randy Couture is using his return to bolster the rights of fighters and gain more medical coverage to insure the safety of fighters.
MMAMemories has some commentary on the new WAMMA ratings Part 1, Part 2
Roger Gracie, one of the top up and coming heavyweights, headlines Sengoku 5
The Crow, David Loiseu, may be headed back to the UFC if he can pick up a victory this weekend at XMMA 5. After losing to Rich Franklin and Mike Swick, Loiseau lost his spot in the UFC, and suffered an additional defeat to Joey Villasenor of Elite XC, but has rebounded with two straight wins.
Randy Couture is using his return to bolster the rights of fighters and gain more medical coverage to insure the safety of fighters.
MMAMemories has some commentary on the new WAMMA ratings Part 1, Part 2
Roger Gracie, one of the top up and coming heavyweights, headlines Sengoku 5
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Uh Oh Juanito!
MMA Weekly is reporting the Cheick Kongo has left Ibarra and moved to the Wolfslair to be with former training mates Mike Bisping and Rampage Jackson. Article is here Interesting quote from Wolfslair manager Anthony McGann, see below, perhaps the rumors of financial issues with Ibarra are true.
"(Quinton’s) old management weren't on great terms with the UFC, but we are very UFC-friendly here and have a lot of time for (UFC president) Dana White so we stepped in,” McGann told Eurosport."
"(Quinton’s) old management weren't on great terms with the UFC, but we are very UFC-friendly here and have a lot of time for (UFC president) Dana White so we stepped in,” McGann told Eurosport."
Caption of the Day
Dana: No T-Shirt boy, just because Randy is (bleeping) back in the UFC where he belongs doesn't mean he can where your (bleeping) shirts. But hey you want to go up to the suite for some (bleeping) hookers and (bleeping) blow? (bleeping) Rampage has been (bleeping) holed up there all day, better make sure the (bleeping) animal hasn't killed any of those (bleeping) bitches. Did you just touch my ass?
Rampage vs. Silva will be happening
"Sources have told us at MMACanada.net that Rampage Jackson will fight Wanderlei Silva at UFC 91 which is headlined by Randy Couture vs Brock Lesnar for the UFC Heavyweight Championship on November 15th in Las Vegas. This will mark the third fight between Jackson and Silva since last meeting twice in the PRIDE organization. Both fighters have changed their training around since leaving PRIDE and this will be one fight that has "FIGHT OF THE YEAR" written all over it. "
Elite XC Conference Call HLs
Ken Shamrock: "I have no respect for Kimbo at all, he's an idiot."
Details are here
Details are here
Today's News
Fedor skips New Years show will fight at Affliction II on Jan. 17th and Affliction may be moving under Golden Boy.....totally makes sense in order for the business to survive. Sure they lose some fan cred by backing out of the October show, but they would have embarrassed themselves had they let it go on as planned. Secondly, the decision to add a true fight promoter to the business makes a whole lot more sense then letting a guy who sells clothing run the business. Also there are rumors of HBO.............
Could the Golden Boy move mean a mixed promotion of Boxing and MMA on one card? I would buy it....
Kevin Iole is sometimes to quick to pull the trigger on things.....I am sure the UFC has something planned for the upcoming Fight Night
Kos, Leben and Diego share a car ride.....what next peace in the Middle East?
Faber vs. Penn.....pretty cool match up of Prodigy versus Prodigy...just so you know I copyrighted that
Fight Night will be returning to a military base near you in December
Matt Riddle talks Evan Tanner
Could the Golden Boy move mean a mixed promotion of Boxing and MMA on one card? I would buy it....
Kevin Iole is sometimes to quick to pull the trigger on things.....I am sure the UFC has something planned for the upcoming Fight Night
Kos, Leben and Diego share a car ride.....what next peace in the Middle East?
Faber vs. Penn.....pretty cool match up of Prodigy versus Prodigy...just so you know I copyrighted that
Fight Night will be returning to a military base near you in December
Matt Riddle talks Evan Tanner
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Prehistoric Shamrock to "expose" Kimbo?
Apparently Ken Shamrock really thinks he can beat Kimbo Slice and he went into detail on the Inside MMA show on HDNet, details here. Readers should note that the following pun was not intended in the article despite the fact that Ken's face looks a bit pug-like these days.
"And while the 15-year veteran presumably will hold an obvious edge on the ground, Shamrock said his game plan would include a few wrinkles."
"And while the 15-year veteran presumably will hold an obvious edge on the ground, Shamrock said his game plan would include a few wrinkles."
More on Affliction
Just a reminder the boys at BBTB predicted Affliction would run into problems
"The bottom line is that Affliction will only be around as long as Trump is willing to sink the money into it. Remember, the Fertitta’s bought the UFC $2 million then sunk in another $50 million before it turned around and that took four years. The UFC brand name is strong not only with fans, but with the corporate world as well. They have multiple streams of revenue to rely upon whereas Affliction and Elite XC need to prove their legitimacy every single show just to get the PPV and advertising dollars. Personally, I don’t see the production going much farther than a Fedor versus Couture match up, which will be a great event for the fans, but who do they fight afterwards?"
For the full post check here
"The bottom line is that Affliction will only be around as long as Trump is willing to sink the money into it. Remember, the Fertitta’s bought the UFC $2 million then sunk in another $50 million before it turned around and that took four years. The UFC brand name is strong not only with fans, but with the corporate world as well. They have multiple streams of revenue to rely upon whereas Affliction and Elite XC need to prove their legitimacy every single show just to get the PPV and advertising dollars. Personally, I don’t see the production going much farther than a Fedor versus Couture match up, which will be a great event for the fans, but who do they fight afterwards?"
For the full post check here
Affliction cancels Vegas card
Kevin Iole for the Yahoo! sports blog is reporting that Affliction will cancel its show planned for October 11th in Las Vegas. Word on the street is the fight will be moved to Anaheim in January. This isn't surprising considering the first show did roughly 100k PPV buys and many tickets were sold for $40 or given away free on the day of the fight. Dana White has predicted that Affliction will be out of the fight business by January.
Caption of the Day
Rashad: "Let's get it poppin' baaabaay!!! You won the TUF, I won TUF."
Forrest: "Nice track job out there tonight...Sorry that's the best compliment I can give."
Rashad: "Talk to my right hand son....Talk to my right hand son...."
Forrest: "Take it easy Sugar unless you want me to caramelize you right here in front of Bog Boi."
Rashad: "Aaaah shit dawg.....you better start doing some work son because if you thought the dance I did to night was phat I am going straight pop block your ass."
Forrest: "Tell you what...I'll smash you with a liver kick in round one, get you in the clinch and proceed to do the MMA community a favor and insure that you don't try and party boy your way around the ring."
Rashad: "Word...Word.."
Forrest: "Then, when your breathing out of your mouth, I'll step back and show you what real blackness looks like with a straight right to the button."
Rashad: "Hold me back son! Hold me back son!
Dana White: "What the (bleep) are you clowns doing? Jesus (bleeping) Christ. Forrest you (bleeper). Rashad you (bleeper). What do you think I need another (bleeping) Rampage (bleeping) situation on my hands? Help yourselves to some hookers and blow."
- Photo courtesy of Combat Lifestyle
Tito to sign by the end of the month
“Most likely I’m not going with the UFC, that’s about 99% sure that that’s not happening,” said Ortiz in an exclusive interview with MMAWeekly.com. “I’ve got to be thankful for Lorenzo (Fertitta), what he gave me to this point, but it’s too bad that they have a president the way he is, just hot headed the way he is, takes everything personal and I wash my hands clean."
Interview is here
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