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Friday, May 4, 2012

Karo Parisyan vs. Ryan Ford (May 19, 2011) - Ryan Ford

The official video of Karo Parisyan and Ryan Ford's main event bout from MMA Live 1 May 19, 2011 in London, Ontario, Canada.

Source: http://mmalice.com/ryan-ford/karo-parisyan-vs-ryan-ford-may-19-2011-video_039373c39.html

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A Very Extreme Preview of WWE Extreme Rules

Here?s what?s on tap for tonight?s Extreme Rules PPV and a bunch of predictions mostly pulled from my backside. In order to stay with the show’s theme I have hit myself in the head with a barbwire-wrapped bat prior to pumping this out and have lit my keyboard on fire to add to the drama [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/29/a-very-extreme-preview-of-wwe-extreme-rules

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Strikeforce Weigh Ins Overeem Werdum Barnett Rogers Griggs Noons Masvidal - Strikeforce

SHOWTIME Sports presents the official weigh-in for the Strikeforce World Grand Prix Heavyweight Tournment. Check out all ten fiighters on the super-sized June 18th fight card: Chad Griggs, Valentijn Overeem, Daniel Cormier, Jeff Monson, KJ Noons, and Jorge Masvidal. Plus headliners Brett Rogers, Josh Barnett, Alistair Overeem, and Fabricio Werdum.

Source: http://mmalice.com/strikeforce/strikeforce-weigh-ins-overeem-werdum-barnett-rogers-griggs-noons-masvidal-video_ef4f0192c.html

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Yushin Okami on tap for UFC 150 fight with Luiz Cane

Middleweight Yushin Okami return to the Octagon on August 11 in hopes of snapping a two-fight losing streak by taking out Luiz Cane at UFC 150. Okami strung together a trio of wins in 2010 to earn a title-shot but was stopped with strikes by Anderson Silva, following the loss up with a TKO defeat [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/28/yushin-okami-on-tap-for-ufc-150-fight-with-luiz-cane

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5 Oz. MMA Link Club

Welcome back to another edition of ?MMA Link Club?, Five Ounces of Pain?s weekly smorgasbord of offerings from our brothers and sisters in the MMA community. Enjoy? Miesha Tate Updates Fans on Condition of Arm (MMAConvert.com) Jim Miller – Mixed Martial Artist, Baker, and Brewer (MMAMania.com) UFC Donates UFC 149 Prize Pack to Charity (Fightline.com) [...]

Source: http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2012/05/03/5-oz-mma-link-club-92/

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Thursday, May 3, 2012

UFC left off of ESPN salary list for lack of information

Earlier this week, ESPN released its list of highest paid athletes in sports. �Notably, the list left off the sport of MMA and specifically the UFC due to the fact that it could not confirm salary data. MMA Fighting wrote that Dana White is right and wrong with not releasing fighter salary data. �It states [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Payout/~3/cwHCry7MCPE/

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Thiago Silva set for showdown with Mauricio Rua at summer event

Whether its mandated matchmaking brought on by available adversaries, punishment for past transgressions, or a little bit of both, it seems Thiago Silva has his work cut out for him in terms of maintaining his spot on the UFC roster. After more than a year away for a suspension, the 29-year old Brazilian was inserted [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/30/thiago-silva-set-for-showdown-with-mauricio-rua-at-summer-event

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Thought this Storm Trooper video was pretty cool!

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Cagereaders rants about Brian Stann, Alexander Gustafsson and the end of the Mark Hunt rally

Welcome to Reader Rants, the weekly post where the readers take over and have their say. If you want to be a part of a future Reader Rants, like Cagewriter on Facebook and comment on any of the stories that show up in your newsfeed.

To start out this week's rants, not everyone was disappointed that the #RallyForMarkHunt was stopped by UFC president Dana White.

Meh. Good. Better, more qualified options exist than Mark Hunt. If Hunt deserves it, he'll show it with the rest of 2012. Giving him a title shot now would be pretty weak. Not sure it'd even be exciting. Good chin vs. Slugger doesn't always equal good fight. Sometimes it just means assbeating, and his ground game is still pedestrian. -- Dylan Schmeyer

Alexander Gustafsson impressed with his win over Thiago Silva. Several Cagereaders want to see him fight Ryan Bader, though one wants to see him fight a former champ.

A number one contender match vs. Bader seems to be the most appropriate matchup. Hendo was guaranteed a title shot and won't risk losing it by fighting a dangerous up-and-comer like Gustafsson. -- Grady Woods

Bader makes a lot of sense. Tests to see if Gustafsson has improved his wrestling defense to elite levels. -- John Wilcox

He needs two top ten wins for me to think he's a threat to the belt. Lyoto machida makes a lot of sense to me. -- Adam Smathers

Finally, most readers' respect for Brian Stann grew even more after he stopped his own bout against Alessio Sakara, though one reader didn't think he should have stopped.

Clearly, the man has seen enough needless violence for one lifetime. -- David J. Karchmer

I think it's too bad for the fans. The man is trying to be classy and I respect that, but he's in a sport that has rules. If he truly didn't want to hurt Sakara he could have backed out of the bout and let someone else take it, but he chose to compete and agreed to the rules, one of which is you go until the bell or referee stops you. If he had stopped when he did and Sakara had recovered (and won?) he'd be crying foul that the bout was not stopped. In other words, he got lucky that the referee agreed and next time he should respect the fans, the UFC, the other fighters and the referee who all help him make a great living by fighting to his full ability and abiding by the rules instead of acting as assistant referee in his bouts. -- Joshua Smith

There's no point. Continuing to possibly do permanent damage is senseless to inflict on an athlete so they can never fight again or worse -- Holly Rotroff

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/cagereaders-rants-brian-stann-alexander-gustafsson-end-mark-190636265.html

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WWE Smackdown Preview: Spoiler-Free and TOTALLY EXTREME!!!

Tonight is the final Smackdown before Sunday?s Extreme Rules pay-per-view. WWE has officially announced a main event rematch between Sheamus and Mark Henry after referee Daniel Bryan gave Henry a cheap quick-count victory on RAW. They?re also plugging an exclusive Michael Cole interview with the angry-faced, carrot-colored Randy Orton to promote his falls count anywhere [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/27/wwe-smackdown-preview-spoiler-free-and-totally-extreme

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Thiago Silva set for showdown with Mauricio Rua at summer event

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/30/thiago-silva-set-for-showdown-with-mauricio-rua-at-summer-event

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Hockey Fight of the Day: Colton Orr vs. Brian McGrattan

Today we’re back again with another classic collision from 2006, this time featuring the New York Rangers’ Colton Orr battling the Ottawa Senators’ Brian McGrattan. There’s not much set-up involved, just one helluva scrap between the two! Tweet

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/29/hockey-fight-of-the-day-colton-orr-vs-brian-mcgrattan

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Three Potential Opponents for New UFC Middleweight Hector Lombard

Recently the UFC added one of the finest competitors outside of the Octagon to its roster by signing reigning Bellator middleweight champ Hector Lombard. For those unfamiliar with the 34-year old Olympic judoka, Lombard holds an overall record of 31-2-1 including 24 stoppages and wins over the likes of Trevor Prangley, Joe Doerksen, Brian Ebersole, [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/29/three-potential-opponents-for-new-ufc-middleweight-hector-lombard

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Benson Henderson vs. Frankie Edgar Rematch Expected to Take Place at UFC 150 in August

After traveling all the way to Japan to take on Frankie Edgar for the UFC lightweight title, Benson Henderson will defend the belt against Edgar in his backyard of Denver, Colorado at UFC 150 on August 11th. The event, which has yet to be announced, is expected to take place at the Pepsi Center, which was also the site of UFC 135 last September.

MMAFrenzy.com

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28361/benson-henderson-vs-frankie-edgar-rematch-expected-to-take-place-at-ufc-150-in-august/

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Dana White catches Urijah Faber off-guard in embarassing situation on latest vlog

UFC President Dana White released his first video blog for this weekend?s UFC on FOX event though none of the content specifically pertains to the card the clip is attached to. However, semantics aside, the outspoken executive?s entry this time around is extremely entertaining nonetheless. In it White captures Urijah Faber outside the UFC Training [...]

Source: http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2012/05/01/dana-white-catches-urijah-faber-off-guard-in-embarassing-situation-on-latest-vlog/

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Michael McDonald knocks out Miguel Torres at UFC 145 (PHOTO)

Michael McDonald gave the UFC its best (and only) candidate for the Knockout of the Night at UFC 145 with a first-round knockout of former WEC bantamweight champ Miguel Torres. McDonald got the KO with an uppercut at 3:18 in the first round.

After the bout, the 21-year-old planned a g-rated celebration.

"I get to eat some pizza, some ice cream, it's going to be a party tonight! But no alcohol," McDonald said.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/michael-mcdonald-knocks-miguel-torres-ufc-145-photo-032303795.html

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Jon Jones Pegged as Odds-On Favorite Over Hendo

UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones just defeated Rashad Evans by unanimous decision in the main event of UFC 145 and has already been matched up with Dan Henderson for his next title defense. It should come as no surprise that early estimates by oddsmakers have the young dynamo cast as a sizeable favorite to win his next title defense.

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Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28369/jon-jones-pegged-as-odds-on-favorite-over-hendo/

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Palhares Adding Focus to a Dangerous Fight Game

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/Palhares-Adding-Focus-to-a-Dangerous-Fight-Game

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UFC on FOX 3: Diaz vs Miller Open Workouts

Source: http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/5/3/2995840/ufc-on-fox-3-diaz-vs-miller-open-workouts

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UFC on FUEL TV: Koscheck's crib

http://youtu.be/Xv_BRPIlyN0

I never new he was a pilot.

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78401-UFC-on-FUEL-TV-Koscheck-s-crib&goto=newpost

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Lavar Johnson - What You See is What You Get

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/Lavar-Johnson-What-You-See-is-What-You-Get

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UFC Sweden: Tito Ortiz Q&A

Source: http://mmasportsreport.com/1353/ufc-sweden-tito-ortiz-qa

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Roy Nelson now meets Dave "PeeWee" Herman, Jamie Varner returns as UFC 146 shakeups continue

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

The seemingly never-ending shakeup to UFC 146 continues, as two more changes have been made to the May 26 event. Injuries to Gabriel Gonzaga and Evan Dunham have removed them from the card, once again leaving Roy Nelson without an opponent and opening the door for a familiar face to return to Zuffa's lightweight division.

In for Gonzaga against Nelson is Dave "PeeWee" Herman, who will attempt to bounce back from a loss to Stefan Struve at UFC on Fuel 2 in February.

Stepping in for the injured Dunham is former WEC Champion Jamie Varner, making his return to the UFC for the first time in five years.

Varner's last UFC appearance came at UFC 68 in 2007; when the WEC was folded into the UFC in 2011, Varner was not brought in after a four fight winless streak. However, he's won three of four fights since his Zuffa release, and now gets a big opportunity at a return against a really tough Edson Barboza.

Penick's Analysis: The UFC can't catch a break with this card, and yet they'll still have an all-heavyweight main. It's good to see Varner get an opportunity at a UFC run, as he should have been brought in out of the WEC, regardless of that stretch. He had been a long-tenured member of that roster, and though he lost three of four fights (and should have gotten a win in his draw against Kamal Shalorus), they were to really tough fighters. Barboza's probably going to be too much for him in this return, but it's still good to see them give him a chance. As for Herman-Nelson, it's still disappointing that they didn't put Nelson vs. Mark Hunt together after all the shakeups.

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_13176.shtml

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New UFC signee Hector Lombard out to take UFC Title from Anderson Silva

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

Hector Lombard will make his long-awaited debut in the UFC this summer, but the Bellator Middleweight Champion isn't looking to be just another fighter on the roster. On the contrary, Lombard wants one thing and one thing only: to take the UFC Middleweight Title from Anderson Silva.

"I want to be UFC middleweight champion, and I want to fight Anderson Silva to do it," Lombard said in an interview with MMAJunkie.com. "I have such respect for him as a fighter. It would be an honor and a dream come true to test my skills against his."

Lombard has spent the last several years atop Bellator's middleweight division, and has been unbeaten in his last 25 fights dating back to 2007. It was in that year that the UFC pursued bringing him in initially, but he had issues obtaining a visa and was unable to debut at that time. Now, he's just excited to be where he's always wanted to fight.

"I've wanted to fight in the UFC all my career," Lombard said. "I wouldn't be in the UFC if I didn't think I could win the UFC world title."

Penick's Analysis: Lombard's got to win at least one fight before the UFC will put him into a title fight, and he may need two wins before they'll put him there. Still, it's good to hear a fighter leave no question as to who he wants to fight, and he'll be doing everything he can to work towards that title shot.

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_13148.shtml

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Hey @bboythesis look what I finally got today-right after you mentioned it!

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World traveler Dana White in air an astounding 33 hours in four-day span

Yes, Dana White is worth millions of dollars. Yes, he gets to hang out with all sorts of cool celebrities. Yes, he has a private plane and a fancy sports car and multiple homes and, well, anything that anyone worth nine figures can buy.

But do you really want to be Dana White? Do you really want to do what it takes to be the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship? In theory, it sounds fairly enticing, until you hear some of the details -- the gory details, in my opinion.

White said Wednesday from his home in Las Vegas that from late Friday through Tuesday, he spent a total of 50 hours in the air. After figuring the flight times, it appears the correct number is 33 hours in the air, though that doesn't account for stops or waiting time. For the mathematically challenged, 33 hours is a full day and a quarter.

White's journey started late Friday, after the live airing of "The Ultimate Fighter" in Las Vegas. After White completed his obligations on the show at about 8 p.m. Pacific, he headed to the airport for a flight to Stockholm, Sweden.

The plane left Las Vegas at 10 p.m. Pacific. About 11 hours later, he was in Stockholm to be cageside for UFC on Fuel 2. When the fight card ended, White and crew hopped a plane for a six-hour flight to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, for meetings with his partners. When the meetings were complete, it was an almost 16-hour flight from Abu Dhabi to his home in Las Vegas.

"I don't know what it is, but I don't get jet-lagged," White told Cagewriter. "I guess I'm lucky. But you know how on the Internet, a lot of people say I'm fat? I get it a lot -- 'Hey, you fat pig,' that kind of thing -- but when people meet me, they say, 'You know, you're not really as fat as you look in pictures or on TV.' But when I'm in the plane that long, I kind of get bloated, swelled up, whatever you want to call it. I can't even close my fist sometimes."

White's travels aren't done. He'll be in Las Vegas through Friday, handling his duties with "The Ultimate Fighter" yet again. After the fight, he'll hop a plane for Atlanta, so that he can attend UFC 145 at Philips Arena on Saturday.

That's a simple four-hour cross-country trip. After the news conference that will begin early Sunday morning, White will hop his plane back to Vegas for a nice little West Coast to East Coast commute in a span of about 30 hours.

He's not flying Spirit Airlines, the worst airline known to man, and he's not squeezed into a middle seat next to a 330-pound guy who smells like he last showered in the Clinton Administration, but it's air time nonetheless.

There may be some folks who find that kind of a job appealing, but don't count me among that group.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/world-traveler-dana-white-air-astounding-33-hours-154107527.html

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John Hathaway - The Hitman Reloaded

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/John-Hathaway-The-Hitman-Reloaded

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Jon Jones? next opponent: Dan Henderson

After Jon Jones defended the UFC light heavyweight belt with a win over Rashad Evans, questions immediately turned to his next opponent. At Saturday's post-fight press conference, UFC president Dana White confirmed Dan Henderson would get the next shot at trying to unseat Jones.

This title shot comes after Henderson had a banner year in 2011. He won the Strikeforce light heavyweight belt, beat MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko, then returned to the UFC with a win over Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in a fight that's considered one of the best of all time.

It will be Henderson's third chance to win the UFC belt. After winning titles in Pride, Henderson lost UFC title shots to Anderson Silva at middleweight and Quinton "Rampage" Jackson at light heavyweight. Back in 1998, Henderson won the UFC middleweight tournament at UFC 17, but that is the only UFC title he's won in his 15-year MMA career.

[ Also: UFC 145 recap: Jon Jones' length crucial in handling Rashad Evans for decision win ]

Though White didn't nail down a date for the Jones-Henderson bout, UFC 149 in Calgary was mentioned as a possibility.

Could Henderson be the man to stop Jon Jones? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Related Dan Henderson highlights from Yahoo! Sports:

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/jon-jones-next-opponent-dan-henderson-213720066.html

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Thiago Silva set for showdown with Mauricio Rua at summer event

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/30/thiago-silva-set-for-showdown-with-mauricio-rua-at-summer-event

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Invicta FC 1 Results: Marloes Coenen back on winning track with outpointing of Romy Ruyssen

Tonight marked the dawning of a new era in American MMA with the unveiling of Invicta FC 1, a show built around pushing female fighters including some of the top names in the sport such as Jessica Penne, Liz Carmouche, and crown jewel Marloes Coenen. The former Strikeforce champion served as one part of this [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/28/invicta-fc-1-live-results

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Episode No. 6 recap: 'The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil'

"The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil" marks the first-ever international version of the long-running reality-competition series, and the sixth episode debuted tonight.

Featuring Brazilian coaches Vitor Belfort and Wanderlei Silva, "TUF: Brazil" sees 16 middleweight and 16 featherweight fighters all vying for a UFC contract.

Check out MMAjunkie.com's Episode No. 6 recap, which features the season's third featherweight-tourney bout.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mmajunkie/~3/VlgbGi6LRU0/episode-no-6-recap-the-ultimate-fighter-brazil.mma

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Heading through the lincoln tunnel to the @ufc open workouts

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MMA News in under 2 1/2 minutes

Here's a little gem to catch you up on what happened in the last week of MMA.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBxNDDbxKvA&feature=player_embedded

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78364-MMA-News-in-under-2-1-2-minutes&goto=newpost

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Francisco Rivera replaces Azamat Gashimov, faces Alex Soto at UFC on FUEL TV 3

Onetime UFC vet Francisco Rivera has been given a second life in the octagon.

Rivera replaces Azamat Gashimov and now faces Alex Soto at this month's UFC on FUEL TV 3 event. MMAjunkie.com today confirmed the switch, which was first reported by Sherdog.com.

Featuring a featherweight headliner between Dustin Poirier and Chan Sung Jung, UFC on FUEL TV 3 takes place May 15 at Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va. The evening's main card airs on FUEL TV, and prelims are expected to stream on Facebook.

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British Soap Awards 2012 - Sexiest Male - Jack Branning - Eastenders

Jack Branning is the winner of the Sexiest Male and he represents Eastenders.

Congratulations Jack.

Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/tv-movies/101718-british-soap-awards-2012-sexiest-male-jack-branning-eastenders.html

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Dana White?s UFC on FOX 3 Video Blog: Cruz & Faber Fight Picks, UFC 145 Behind The Scenes

Urijah Faber and Dominick Cruz make their UFC on FOX 3 fight picks in this second installment of Dana White’s UFC on FOX 3 video blog. Dana also brings fans some behind the scenes footage of UFC 145.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mmaconvert/~3/cpSn3qbsXz0/

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Michael McDonald, Ben Rothwell and Travis Browne are UFC 145?s Three Stars

UFC 145 was a top-heavy card, with most of the pre-fight discussion focused on the main event of Rashad Evans vs. Jon Jones. However, some of the undercard still managed to stand out with memorable performances.

[UFC 145 recap: Jon Jones' length crucial in handling Rashad Evans for decision win]

No. 1 star -- Michael McDonald: The bantamweight continued his undefeated UFC run with a first-round knockout of one-time WEC champ Miguel Torres. After the fight, he showed true class by sending several tweets to Torres to thank him for the fight.

No. 2 star -- Ben Rothwell: When Rothwell weighed in, he showed off a sleeker shape than he's ever had in the Octagon. He then proved the new body was not just for looks as he knocked out Brendan Schaub in just over a minute.

No. 3 star -- Travis Browne: "Hapa" saved the preliminary card from being all decisions by ruining Chad Griggs' UFC debut. Browne used knees to knock Griggs down, then a beautiful arm triangle to submit Griggs in the first round.

Who were your three stars from Saturday night? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Related UFC 145 coverage on Yahoo! Sports:

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/michael-mcdonald-ben-rothwell-travis-browne-ufc-145-124234095.html

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The camera for today?s @ludusathletics shoot w/ @gretajp13

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Gabriel Gonzaga Out; Dave Herman In Against Roy Nelson at UFC 146

Image: http://admin.mmaweekly.com/wp-content/uploads//2011/06/Herman-v-Einemo_0024.jpg

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Maybe the third time will be the charm for Roy...

Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/ufc/101694-gabriel-gonzaga-out-dave-herman-against-roy-nelson-ufc-146-a.html

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Alistair Overeem and Antonio Silva breakdown their upcoming fight - Strikeforce

At the Strikeforce Heavyweight GP in Dallas, TC Inside MMA correspondent Ron Kruck caught up with Alistair Overeem and Antonio Silva. The Reem spoke about his victory over Fabricio Werdum and the challange that lies ahead in Silva. Bigfoot spoke about how to do the impossible and beat Overeem

Source: http://mmalice.com/strikeforce/alistair-overeem-and-antonio-silva-breakdown-their-upcoming-fight-video_54151b1ca.html

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Jon Jones? next opponent: Dan Henderson

[ Also: UFC 145 recap: Jon Jones' length crucial in handling Rashad Evans for decision win ]

Though White didn't nail down a date for the Jones-Henderson bout, UFC 149 in Calgary was mentioned as a possibility.

Could Henderson be the man to stop Jon Jones? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Related Dan Henderson highlights from Yahoo! Sports:

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/jon-jones-next-opponent-dan-henderson-213720066.html

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WWE RAW Preview (4/30/12) - John Cena and Brock Lesnar address futures after Extreme Rules war

After the surprisingly thrilling Extreme Rules pay-per-view last night, RAW heads to Dayton, Ohio for tonight?s live show. WWE is promoting that Triple H, who eased his way back into the ongoing authority figure drama last night with a minute-long cell phone call to GM John Laurinaitis, will make an appearance for the first time [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/30/wwe-raw-preview-43012-john-cena-and-brock-lesnar-address-futures-after-extreme-rules-war

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Jon Jones Pegged as Odds-On Favorite Over Hendo

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Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28369/jon-jones-pegged-as-odds-on-favorite-over-hendo/

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Josh Barnett: ?I was born for this?

On May 19, Josh Barnett will take on Daniel Cormier to decide the winner of the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix. When he walks into that cage, he'll bring with him the experience of 36 fights, including eight wins in his last eight bouts. In the video above, he says he was born to fight, and has a mean streak no one else has. Will that make a difference against Cormier, who has elite wrestling and knockout power? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/josh-barnett-born-125006892.html

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Frankie Edgar certain he?ll fight Jose Aldo one day but not sure at what weight

The names Frankie Edgar and Jose Aldo have been linked together too many times to count over the past year, a unique feat when considering neither UFC fighter competes at the same weight. However, former lightweight champ Edgar has long been viewed as a small 155er and was even offered a shot at Aldo?s featherweight [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/24/frankie-edgar-certain-he%e2%80%99ll-fight-jose-aldo-one-day-but-not-sure-at-what-weight

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Ross Pearson Arrested in Las Vegas for DUI

According to TMZ.com, UFC featherweight Ross Pearson (Pictured) was arrested in Las Vegas, Nevada early Sunday morning on suspicion of DUI. The celebrity gossip website reports Pearson was pulled over around 4AM after the LVPD noticed his car swerving on the road. The 27-year-old was asked to conduct a field sobriety test, which he allegedly [...]

Source: http://www.5thRound.com/113931/ross-pearson-arrested-in-las-vegas-for-dui/

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Buff Bagwell in Serious Car Accident

http://www.tmz.com/2012/04/25/buff-bagwell-broken-neck-car-crash/

Get well soon Buff :(

He is still the stuff

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78360-Buff-Bagwell-in-Serious-Car-Accident&goto=newpost

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Nick Diaz files suit against Nevada State Athletic Commission, alleges violation of due process rights

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

The back and forth between Nick Diaz and the Nevada State Athletic Commission is continuing this week, as Diaz's attorney has filed a lawsuit against the commission on his behalf after they did not hear his case at their latest meeting on Tuesday. News of the lawsuit was first reported by Luke Thomas at MMAFighting.com.

Diaz's attorney, Ross Goodman, issued a demand to the NSAC to have Diaz's case heard on the April 24 meeting or forfeit the complaint on the basis of a statute that said a hearing must be held for final determination of a summary suspension within 45 days of its issuance. The attorney general responded that the statute Goodman cited did not apply in this case, alleged that they were still awaiting Diaz's medical marijuana card and other medical documentation, and then the case was not put on the April 24 docket.

However, in the lawsuit filed Tuesday, Goodman stated that they have provided the sufficient documentation with the NSAC, including proof of his eligibility for medical marijuana. Additionally, Goodman addressed both statutes that the attorney general broached, stating that "Under NRS 467.117(l) a summary or temporary suspension may be made only where 'the action is ?necessary to protect the public welfare and the best interests of the sports regulated.' The NSAC has made no finding that a summary or temporary suspension of Diaz?s license is necessary to protect the public welfare."

With over two months having passed since Diaz was first issued a temporary suspension, Goodman also accuses the NSAC of denying Diaz his right to due process, and they're seeking further damages based on that violation. As to the temporary suspension itself, Goodman alleged that the NSAC did not comply with their own regulations in moving forward with a summary suspension in February.

Per the suit:

"Under NRS 467.113(4), in connection with the adjudication rendered at any such disciplinary hearing, the NSAC ?shall file a written report of its findings, adjudication and order in the record of the proceedings and send a copy to the accused?.

32. In connection with the February 22, 2012 NSAC meeting:
a) The NSAC has filed no written report in connection with its findings (if any);
b) The NSAC has filed no written report in connection with its adjudication of the request for a continuation of the suspension; and
c) the NSAC has filed no written report of its order effecting a continuation of the suspension of Diaz?s license pending final determination of the Complaint.

33. Accordingly, (i) the NSAC has not complied with the requirements of NRS 467 in connection with February 22, 2012 meeting. By virtue of such failure of compliance, the February 22, 2012 meeting was wholly ineffective to continue the Summary Suspension.

The lawsuit isn't broaching any of the issues in regards to Diaz's positive drug test for marijuana metabolites, instead going after the system itself and demanding a stay of the summary suspension against him. Additionally, Diaz stated in a written affidavit that he'd be ready to fight "immediately" if the court rules in his favor. With a potential rematch with Carlos Condit likely to be made early this summer, Diaz is hoping to get back into the cage, despite stating his desire to retire following the judges' decision in February.

The case will be heard on Monday, May 14, and his suspension may be lifted should the court rule in his favor.

Penick's Analysis: This is a very interesting approach that Diaz and Goodman are taking, and it could have a ripple effect on how the NSAC is able to conduct their disciplinary hearings. Diaz and Goodman have contested from the beginning that the NSAC had any right to issue a suspension to Diaz based on the rules and regulations they abide by, and considering the case has not yet been heard they obviously feel the commission is not taking their arguments to heart. Whether they have a real case here or not to get the suspension lifted is for the court to decide, but with the delays they've faced already they're now hoping to get the entire process expedited. At the very least, they've kept things interesting, and we'll see how the NSAC responds to this one.

[Nick Diaz art by Grant Gould (c) MMATorch.com]

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_13141.shtml

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Dana White UFC on Fox New Jersey vlog day 2

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Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/ufc/101681-dana-white-ufc-fox-new-jersey-vlog-day-2-a.html

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Tuesday, May 1, 2012

TUF Brazil ? Episode 6 Video Complete SE01EP06

Fights involves only the featherweight division of the house, and Vitor’s choice is Marcus Vinicius “Vina” Pancini and Hugo “Wolverine” Viana for the last fight before the quarterfinals.

Source: http://www.mmatko.com/tuf-brazil-episode-6-video-complete-se01ep06/

Kendall Grove Clay Guida Jason Guida Melvin Guillard Cody Guinn

UFC Champ GSP Learns New Tricks On An Exercise Ball

Source: http://mmasportsreport.com/1342/ufc-champ-gsp-learns-new-tricks-on-an-exercise-ball

Jason Guida Melvin Guillard Cody Guinn Jorge Gurgel Andre Gusmao

Francisco Rivera replaces Azamat Gashimov, faces Alex Soto at UFC on FUEL TV 3

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mmajunkie/~3/F7ztMXfZAyA/francisco-rivera-replaces-azamat-gashimov-faces-alex-soto-at-ufc-on-fuel-tv-3.mma

Dan Henderson Josh Hendricks Ed Herman Heath Herring Branden Lee Hinkle

Anderson Silva Is A Dream Fight For Strikeforce MW Champ Luke Rockhold

Image: http://wac.6de3.edgecastcdn.net/806DE3/static/mmanews/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Rockhold.jpg

The American Kickboxing Academy representative and Strikeforce Middleweight champion Luke...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78381-Anderson-Silva-Is-A-Dream-Fight-For-Strikeforce-MW-Champ-Luke-Rockhold&goto=newpost

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Chael Sonnen Moved In and Out of Brazil Under Heavy Security Detail

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Ken Pishna

UFC president Dana White, middleweight champion Anderson Silva, and middleweight challenger Chael Sonnen were in Brazil earlier this week to hold a press...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78367-Chael-Sonnen-Moved-In-and-Out-of-Brazil-Under-Heavy-Security-Detail&goto=newpost

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UFC's Ross Pearson arrested on suspicion of DUI in Las Vegas

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

UFC featherweight Ross Pearson, in Las Vegas as an assistant coach for UFC Bantamweight Champion Dominick Cruz on The Ultimate Fighter, has been arrested on suspicion of DUI, according to a report from TMZ.com.

Per the report, Pearson was pulled over on Sunday morning around 4AM when police noticed his car swerving on the road. He was then administered a field sobriety test, which he allegedly failed "miserably," leading to his arrest.

He has since been released, but hasn't made any public comment on the situation. Pearson is scheduled to take on Cub Swanson on the UFC on FX card this June. If this arrest will affect that scheduled bout or not, it's not yet known at this time.

Penick's Analysis: That's definitely disappointing news, but not altogether surprising. Unfortunately driving under the influence is a far too prevalent issue, and Pearson's far from the first athlete to be arrested for this issue. I don't know that the UFC would hand out any punishment his way, as they don't often get into issues that fighters have outside of the cage unless it's something overtly severe or damaging PR-wise. This may not be that type of incident. Regardless, it's something Pearson will now have to deal with, and hopefully he'll learn from this mistake and avoid repeating it.

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_13173.shtml

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Jim Miller - The Grub That Fuels His Grind

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/Jim-Miller-The-Grub-That-Fuels-His-Grind

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Josh Koscheck Moves on From AKA, but Animosity Remains

UFC welterweight Josh Koscheck (Pictured) has officially moved on from American Kickboxing Academy, but it is clear his split from the only MMA team he?s ever known was far from amicable. Now that Koscheck has cut the ceremonial ribbon for his new gym, the 34-year-old believes the comforts of working from home will prolong his [...]

Source: http://www.5thRound.com/113516/josh-koscheck-moves-on-from-aka-but-animosity-remains/

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WWE Over the limit - Official John Cena vs Johnny Ace Discussion Thread

WWE Over the Limit
John Cena vs Johnny Ace
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Before John Cena went to war with...

Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/sports/101675-wwe-over-limit-official-john-cena-vs-johnny-ace-discussion-thread.html

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"Why's he grabbing his shoulder like that? Is there a bug?"

Source: http://www.watchkalibrun.com/2011/1/10/1927489/whys-he-grabbing-his-shoulder-like-that-is-there-a-bug

Dave Gomez Keith Hackney Matt Hamill Volk Han Joachim Hansen

Invicta FC 1 Weigh-in Results and Video

Invicta Fighting Championships will be holding their debut event at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas on Saturday, April 28th. The all female fight card will stream live on the Invicta website (www.invictafc.com) beginning at 8:00pm ET. The event will be headlined by a rematch between Marloes Coenen and Romy Ruyssen. Ruyssen will be out [...]

Invicta FC 1 Weigh-in Results and Video is a post from: MMA Interplay UFC News

Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/invicta/invicta-fc-1-weigh-in-results-and-video-57972/

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so im writing a paper...and i need YOUR help (mma, boxing, related.)

im writing a paper on combat sports (mma, wrestling, bjj, karate, boxing, etc) and stoppages and what is ethical.

lets say a collegiate wrestler has a concussion, but it is his senior yr and it is...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78372-so-im-writing-a-paper-and-i-need-YOUR-help-(mma-boxing-related-)&goto=newpost

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Does this look like it hurts?

Image:...

Source: http://forums.ufc.production.sparkart.net/showthread.php?t=117046&goto=newpost

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John Hathaway - The Hitman Reloaded

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/John-Hathaway-The-Hitman-Reloaded

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Alan Belcher?s kick is your Knockout of the Week

For this week's Knockout of the Week, we jump into the wayback machine to Alan Belcher's second UFC fight. At Ultimate Fight Night 7, Belcher easily took out Jorge Santiago.

Belcher will fight Rousimar Palhares next week at UFC on Fox 3. Will he be able to escape the grasp of "Toquinho's" famous heel hooks, or will Belcher's punching power win the fight for him? Tell us in the comments, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/alan-belcher-kick-knockout-week-131910387.html

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Nick Diaz Responds to Being Cut from UFC 137 - Nick Diaz

Source: http://mmalice.com/nick-diaz/nick-diaz-responds-to-being-cut-from-ufc-137-video_f01d81adb.html

Rickson Gracie Rodrigo Gracie Roger Gracie Rolles Gracie Royce Gracie

Who is the biggest Can/Jobber in MMA history?

Vote it up.

Honorable mentions: Houston Alexander, Marcus Davis, Ken Shamrock, Tank Abbott.

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78359-Who-is-the-biggest-Can-Jobber-in-MMA-history&goto=newpost

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Frank Mir thinks Alistair Overeem deserves a chance at redemption

While many in the MMA community have written off UFC heavyweight Alistair Overeem in light of his failed drug test for testosterone use and sketchy explanation it seems the hulking Dutchman has at least one person in his corner willing to express support publicly ? Frank Mir. Mir, who ultimately took Overeem?s spot in a [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/25/frank-mir-thinks-alistair-overeem-deserves-a-chance-at-redemption

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Frank Mir will now face Junior dos Santos for the belt at UFC 146

After Alistair Overeem's license was called into question by the Nevada Athletic Commission because of results of a testosterone screening, the UFC has changed the heavyweight bout at UFC 146 on May 26. Now former champion Frank Mir will face current champ Junior dos Santos for the belt. UFC president Dana White tweeted the news on Friday night.

In early April, Overeem's pre-fight random drug test raised red flags with the NAC, who will administer the May fight in Las Vegas. His testosterone levels were well above the approved levels. He is scheduled to to appear before the NAC on Tuesday.

The ongoing question after Overeem's troubles arose was who would replace him on such an important card. This is dos Santos' first title defense since beating Cain Velasquez for the belt in November. Overeem earned the title shot by defeating Brock Lesnar in December.

Though a vocal group of fans pushed for Mark Hunt, who is fighting Stefan Struve at UFC 146, Mir was always the best option. He would not have to change much to prepare for the bout since he was already scheduled to fight Cain Velasquez. Mir won his last three bouts, including a memorable submission of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira at UFC 140.

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Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/frank-mir-now-face-junior-dos-santos-belt-035709728.html

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TUF 15 Results: Team Faber pulls ahead 4-3 with win, Ronda Rousey stops by the TUF set

One of the season?s most entertaining outings went down last night on TUF 15 after Sam Sicilia and Chris Saunders went at it full speed for ten minutes en route to a razor-thin Split Decision. However, before getting into the outcome, a number of noteworthy things went down prior to the pair locking horns. For [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/28/tuf-15-results-team-faber-pulls-ahead-4-3-with-win-ronda-rousey-stops-by-the-tuf-set

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Anderson Silva defending his UFC title against Chael Sonnen in Las Vegas, not Brazil

A less-than pleased Anderson Silva joined UFC President Dana White and top middleweight contender Chael Sonnen on a stage in Rio de Janeiro earlier this morning where the organization confirmed the two rivals will no longer fight in Brazil at UFC 147 but rather in Las Vegas a few weeks later. Their original meeting was [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/24/anderson-silva-defending-his-ufc-title-against-chael-sonnen-in-las-vegas-not-brazil

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TUF 15 Results: Team Faber pulls ahead 4-3 with win, Ronda Rousey stops by the TUF set

Source: http://www.fighters.com/04/28/tuf-15-results-team-faber-pulls-ahead-4-3-with-win-ronda-rousey-stops-by-the-tuf-set

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Fast & Furious 6 Targets Gina Carano

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=89533

Director Justin Lin looks to have his sights set on another action star for his upcoming Fast & Furious 6. The Hollywood Reporter brings word...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78342-Fast-amp-Furious-6-Targets-Gina-Carano&goto=newpost

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Hopkins vs. Dawson SPOILERS

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ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) Bad Chad is a champion again.
He has his belt back - and gave the ageless Bernard Hopkins a major decision to...

Source: http://www.mmaforum.com/sports/101630-hopkins-vs-dawson-spoilers.html

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