Saturday, March 31, 2012

Bellator, Super Fight League Both Voice Interest in New Free Agent 'King' Mo Lawal

Source: http://www.mmafighting.com/strikeforce/2012/3/31/2915040/super-fight-league-interested-in-new-free-agent-king-mo-lawal

David Baron  Phil Baroni Don Barr Pat Barry  Vitor Belfort 

Potential TNA No Surrender PPV **SPOILERS**

The lineups for TNA house shows seem to reveal two title changes that may go down at No Surrender.
The lineup for the company’s September 23rd show in Springfield, Illinois lists Austin Aries as the X-Division champion and Winter as the Knockouts champion, leading to believe that they will get the belts tonight or at one of the next two Impacts.
Wrestling News

Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/09/potential-tna-no-surrender-ppv-spoilers/

Vitor Belfort  Robert Berry David Bielkheden Michael Bisping  Dan Bobish

Karo Parisyan Talks Panic Attacks, Career Struggles

By <a href="mailto:howie@mmanews.com">Chris Howie</a> <Br>
MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer<Br><Br>

Former top welterweight contender Karo Parisyan still feels he has much more to prove in the world of MMA and discussed some of the things that lead to him being cut by the UFC with <a href=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/3/25/2901210/karo-parisyan-opens-up-on-career-struggles-painkillers-and-why-hes>MMAFighting.com</a> this week:<Br><Br>

"I still have much more to prove, much more to give. It?s like, I got to the top. I was the number one contender. I did a lot of stuff in the sport, but nothing where I could say, yeah, I could retire today. ... One my reasons -- and you?re going to say this is a stupid reason, Karo, but to me it?s a big reason -- but one of the reasons I want to come back is to shut people up. To shut a lot of fricking people up."<Br><Br>


Parisyan also opened up about issues with pain killers and panic attacks that ultimately lead to his release from the UFC:<Br><Br>

"For the record, I was never addicted to pain meds. I abused pain medications without knowing. When it hurt me, it was too late already. I had done too much damage to myself, mentally and physically."<Br><Br>

"Anxiety will be there. Anxiety you can control. The physical panic attack is the one that hits and brings you to your knees. And whoever?s had a panic attack, I want them to, for a second, realize that when they were having a panic attack, the worst one, when they thought they were going to die, I had to walk out in front of 20,000 people and fight. When my friends were pushing me, [saying] ?Get out there, Karo. Thiago Alves is waiting in the cage. You?ve got to go fight.? I did that."<br><br>

Check out the complete story <a href=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/3/25/2901210/karo-parisyan-opens-up-on-career-struggles-painkillers-and-why-hes>HERE</a><Br><Br>

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Branden Lee Hinkle Tank Abbott Hiroyuki Abe Cyril Abidi  Daniel Acacio

The Ultimate Figher Live: Al Iaquinta defeats Myles Jury

The Ultimate Fighter Live on FX continued tonight on FX with Team Faber's Al Iaquinta and Team Cruz's Myles Jury facing off on the televised fight.

In tonight's fight Al Iaquinta defeated Myles Jury via split decision in a back and forth battle. Team Faber's Michael Chiesa vs. Team Cruz's Jeremy Larsen will face off on next week's episode.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28078/the-ultimate-figher-live-discussion-thread/

Lorenzo Borgomeo  Kyle Bradley  Jai Bradney  Ebenezer Fontes Braga Chris Brennan

Big trouble in little china

Censors block online rumors about coup as China battles infighting within ruling party


BEIJING: Chinese censors have blocked internet content speculating a military coup amid reports of serious...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78152-Big-trouble-in-little-china&goto=newpost

Peter Graham Forrest Griffin Tyson Griffin Karn Grigorian Karen Grigoryan

Six heavyweights set for UFC 146 undergo random drug testing after press conference

Yesterday a collection of the top heavyweights in MMA took to a stage in Las Vegas to discuss UFC 146 with media where the lot is set to compete. Little did they realize at the time that the NSAC was lurking in the shadows ready to have the entire group to undergo to random ?out [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/28/six-heavyweights-set-for-ufc-146-undergo-random-drug-testing-after-press-conference

Efrain Escudero Rashad Evans Urijah Faber Wagnney Fabiano Kevin Kimbo Slice Ferguson

RJ Says: Phoenix Supercross 2012 thoughts, Los Angeles Supercross preview

 

First off, I want to congratulate KTM, Roger De Coster, and Ryan Dungey for KTM's first Supercross Class main event win. It's huge. I know of all the work they have done in the past few years in developing winning machines, teams, and more. Look at what they did with Stefan Everts and Pit Beirer in developing the 350 SX model - two world championships so far with Antonio Cairoli.

KTM in America has been working on the new 450 that Ryan races. It's a new effort, on a new bike. For Ryan Dungey, his win last Saturday in Phoenix goes a long way in many areas, but I feel the most important is that it adds confidence to the team and Ryan.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-phoenix-supercross-2012-thoughts-los-angeles-supercross-preview

Justin Eilers  Jon Olav Einemo Per Eklund Jason Ellis Aleksander Emelianenko

Team Ride Day at Fitzland

The team put in another solid riding session, at Jimmy Fitzpatrick?s Fitzland FMX Compound...

Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/03/team-ride-day-at-fitzland/

Ebenezer Fontes Braga Chris Brennan Marcelo Brito  Rob Broughton  Mike Brown 

Milton Malsor gets an upgrade

During the recent weeks ACU Events have been busy working on changes to improve the Milton Park MX Circuit near [...]


No related posts.

Source: http://moto.mpora.com/news/milton-malsor-upgrade.html

Junie Browning Paul Buentello  Josh Burkman  Mikey Burnett  Murilo Bustamante 

The Dignity Memorial Wall Experience

This past Saturday we took some time to visit a unique site that has some significance for our family. The Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall Experience is a traveling three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and it was recently installed at Resthaven Cemetery here in the Des Moines area. Since 1990, the [...]

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Tiki Ghosn Dennis George Kultar Gill Allan Goes Takanori The Fireball Kid Gomi

With growing focus on TRT, UFC boss says hands tied by maddening logistics

LAS VEGAS - The sometimes-blurry line between performance-enhancing and medically necessary testosterone use smacked UFC president Dana White in the face this past June when Nate Marquardt was nixed from UFC on Versus 4.

Even before that, Chael Sonnen put the issue on the radar when he said he used testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to combat hypogonadism following a suspension by the California State Athletic Commission.

Despite the growing focus on the dangers for TRT, UFC president Dana White said his company is doing all it can to help curb misuse.


Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mmajunkie/~3/YiP0D-BLTu4/with-growing-focus-on-trt-ufc-boss-says-hands-tied-by-maddening-logistics.mma

Andrei Arlovski  Ricardo Arona  Noboru Asahi Marcus Aurelio  Mikhail Avetisyan

"Tens of billions" of habitable worlds in Milky Way

http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/03/28/us-planets-milkyway-idUSBRE82R0EI20120328?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Counterparties+(Counterparties)


(Reuters) -...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78175-quot-Tens-of-billions-quot-of-habitable-worlds-in-Milky-Way&goto=newpost

Roger Gracie Rolles Gracie Royce Gracie Royler Gracie Ryan Gracie

Friday, March 30, 2012

Gold Coast Junior Motocross Club to re-open

After a forced closure by Gold Coast city council 2 years ago due to noise complaints. Mike Hatcher’s junior motorcycle club has been given the go ahead to re-open with an initial 6 month lease due to start later in December 2011. The club has been home to a number of well known champion racers [...]

Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/gold-coast-junior-motocross-club-to-re-open/

Mike Brown  Junie Browning Paul Buentello  Josh Burkman  Mikey Burnett 

Backwoods back in action!

Source: http://moto-x-foto.blogspot.com/2010/04/backoodws-back-in-action.html

Stephan Bonnar Lorenzo Borgomeo  Kyle Bradley  Jai Bradney  Ebenezer Fontes Braga

Mark Munoz wanted Michael Bisping, will take title-shot instead

The recently announced match-up between Michael Bisping and Tim Boetsch caught a number of people off-guard with the bout essentially coming of the blue save for some minor lobbying on the part of Boetsch. One of the folks who found himself amongst those who were surprised was UFC middleweight Mark Munoz, a highly-touted challenger who [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/21/mark-munoz-wanted-michael-bisping-will-take-title-shot-instead

David Baron  Phil Baroni Don Barr Pat Barry  Vitor Belfort 

MMAjunkie.com Radio (noon ET): Brad Pickett, Bjorn Rebney and Travis Browne

MMAjunkie.com Radio today welcomes to the show UFC on FUEL TV 2's Brad Pickett, who meets Damacio Page at next month's event.

We also preview Bellator 63 with Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney, and Travis Browne discusses his upcoming UFC 145 bout with Chad Griggs.

MMAjunkie.com Radio airs from noon to 2 p.m. ET (9-11 a.m. PT) live from Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Listen to and watch a video stream of the two-hour show at www.mmajunkie.com/radio.


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Yves Edwards  Justin Eilers  Jon Olav Einemo Per Eklund Jason Ellis

Which one should I indulge in?

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TracyLee/~3/ikesw9Ux_xM/which-one-should-i-indulge-in.html

Tomasz Drwal Joe Hybrid Duarte Aldrin de Jesus  Todd Duffee  Marvin Eastman 

Monday forum server errors!

Source: http://moto-x-foto.blogspot.com/2009/05/monday-forum-server-errors.html

Yoshihiro Akiyama  Gilbert Aldana  José Aldo  John Alessio  Houston Alexander

Weekend warriors: Rogers KO headlines Bellator while James Vick cruises on TUF

Welcome to weekend warriors, Cagewriter's rundown of the fights you missed while immersed in March Matness.

Bellator started their middleweight tournament on Friday, and Brian Rogers had the highlight of the night with a flying knee knockout of Vitor Vianna.

The knockout earned Rogers a spot in the middleweight tourney's final four. Maiquel Falcao also punched his ticket to the semifinals with a stand-up filled decision over Norman Paraisy. Vyacheslav Vasilevsky also took a decision, coming on strong in the second and third with ground attacks to convince the judges. Bruno Santos avoided the submission expertise of "The Arm Collector," Giva Santana, for another decision win.

Vick rolls and Chiesa learns sad news on "The Ultimate Fighter"

After last week's preliminary fights, "The Ultimate Fighter" returned to its one fight a week format. Coaches Urijah Faber and Dominick Cruz chose the teams they'll guide for the rest of the season. The teams are:

Cruz's choices (in order): Justin Lawrence (4-0), Villa Ridge, Mo.; Sam Sicilia (11-0), Spokane Valley, Wash.; Myles Jury (10-0), San Diego, Calif.; Mike Rio (9-1), Miami, Fla., Vick; Vinc Pichel (8-0), Sherman Oaks, Calif.; Chris Tickle (8-4), Bloomington, Ill.; and Jeremy Larsen (9-2), Phoenix, Ariz.

Faber's choices (in order): Al Iaquinta (6-1-1), Wantagh, N.Y.; Cristiano Marcello (13-3), Curitiba, Brazil; Cruickshank; Joe Proctor (8-1), Pembroke, Mass.; Michael Chiesa (8-0), Spokane Valley, Wash., John Cofer (8-1), Hull, Ga.; Andy Ogle (9-1), Tynemouth, England; and Chris Saunders (10-2), Long Beach, Calif.

After Faber announced the fight pick of Cruickshank vs. Vick, Chiesa was pulled out of practice to take a phone all from his mother to find out his father, who had been suffering from cancer, had passed away. A shaken Chiesa said he wanted to stay because his father would have wanted him to.

"He made me promise that I wouldn't leave," Chiesa said.

Chiesa went home for a few days, but returned in time to see Friday night's fight.

Daron Cruickshank (Team Faber) vs. James Vick (Team Cruz)

After the two felt each other out, Cruickshank lowered himself for a takedown. Unfortunately for him, Vick's knee was waiting there. Vick knocked Cruickshank out cold with a knee at 2:16 in the first, giving Team Cruz the first win of the season.

Next week, Marcello and Lawrence will face off.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/weekend-warriors-rogers-ko-headlines-bellator-while-james-154630308.html

Roger Gracie Rolles Gracie Royce Gracie Royler Gracie Ryan Gracie

Jake Shields returning to 185 pounds after stint at welterweight

Typically when you hear about a fighter changing weight-classes it has to do with an individual looking to move down compete at a more natural mark or experience some sort of size advantage. However, in the case of accomplished grappler Jake Shields, it appears he?ll be heading back to middleweight after dipping down to 170 [...]

Source: http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2012/03/28/jake-shields-returning-to-185-pounds-after-stint-at-welterweight/

Jesse Forbes Xavier Foupa Pokam Hermes Franca Rich Franklin Ian Freeman

Rick Story returns at UFC on FX 4 against Rich Attonito

UFC welterweight Rick Story will look to right his career trajectory on June 22 as part of the UFC on FX 4 lineup. Story, who will face TUF alumnus Rich Attonito at the event, had won six in a row and was looking like a future title-contender before losing a pair of hard-fought decisions in [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/22/rick-story-returns-at-ufc-on-fx-4-against-rich-attonito

Wilson Gouveia Jason Grace Crosley Gracie Gregor Gracie Ralek Gracie

�TUF: Brazil� Receives Start Date Of This Coming Sunday

http://www.mmaconvert.com/2012/03/21/tuf-brazil-receives-start-date-of-this-coming-sunday/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+mmaconvert+%28MMAConvert%29

For those that...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78131-�TUF-Brazil�-Receives-Start-Date-Of-This-Coming-Sunday&goto=newpost

Patrick The Predator Côté  Randy The Natural Couture  Dan Cramer Alberto Crane Marcio Pe de Pano Cruz

Convincing Win for Team San Manuel?s James Stewart, Teammate Kyle Regal Finishes with Season Best 7th

Seattle, WA – Team San Manuel Yamaha Red Bull’s James Stewart showed more than 52,000 fans in Seattle’s QWEST Stadium, what the speed and determination of a multi-time champion looks like as he posted a convincing win Saturday night on a deeply rutted track. The day started out well, with Stewart posting increasingly fast lap [...]

Source: http://emotocrossblog.com/archives/1072

Edson Drago  Tomasz Drwal Joe Hybrid Duarte Aldrin de Jesus  Todd Duffee 

Overeem Talks Dos Santos

Source: http://www.mmanews.com/video/MMANewsStaff/1172

Jason Grace Crosley Gracie Gregor Gracie Ralek Gracie Renzo Gracie

Thursday, March 29, 2012

UFC on FUEL TV 2 Gustafsson vs. Silva ? Promo Video

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will be making their debut in Sweden on Saturday, April 14th with UFC on FUEL TV 2. Taking place from the Ericsson Globe Arena in Stockholm, the card is headlined by Sweden’s own Alexander “The Mauler” Gustafsson taking on knockout artist Thiago Silva in a light heavyweight bout. Gustafsson (13-1) has [...]

UFC on FUEL TV 2 Gustafsson vs. Silva – Promo Video is a post from: MMA Interplay UFC News

Source: http://www.mmainterplay.com/ufc-news/ufc-on-fuel-tv-2-gustafsson-vs-silva-promo-video-57563/

Bernard Ackah  Terrance Aflague Yoshihiro Akiyama  Gilbert Aldana  José Aldo 

Tweets of the Week - 3/23

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/tweets-of-the-week-032312

Dan The Sandman Christison  Logan The Pink Pounder Clark  Steve The Snake Claveau  Rich No Love Clementi  Mark The Hammer Coleman

Writer's Nitpicking Comments About Strikeforce Commentator Pat Miletich Epitome Of Media's Attitude Towards Strikeforce

Source: http://www.watchkalibrun.com/2011/1/10/1927102/writers-nitpicking-comments-about-strikeforce-commentator-pat

Wilson Gouveia Jason Grace Crosley Gracie Gregor Gracie Ralek Gracie

Trayvon Martin killing

This is everywhere nowadays. Crazy shit. It's cold blooded murder if you ask me.

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78147-Trayvon-Martin-killing&goto=newpost

Tony Fryklund Kazuyuki Fujita Masakatsu Funaki Zelg Benkei Galesić Mauro Galvao

Kimbo Slice Vs. Brian Green Knockout Was a WERK!!!!

http://youtu.be/oJ4fUHNWUNk

What a werk that was!

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78158-Kimbo-Slice-Vs-Brian-Green-Knockout-Was-a-WERK!!!!&goto=newpost

Viacheslav Datsik Marcus Davis  Tony DeSouza  Edwin Dewees  Nick Diaz 

Jake Ellenberger vs. Martin Kampmann Set as Main Event for TUF Live Finale

http://www.mmaweekly.com/jake-ellenberger-vs-martin-kampmann-set-as-main-event-for-tuf-live-finale

There’s a title shot waiting for the winner of a blockbuster summer match-up as Jake Ellenberger...

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78130-Jake-Ellenberger-vs-Martin-Kampmann-Set-as-Main-Event-for-TUF-Live-Finale&goto=newpost

Mikey Burnett  Murilo Bustamante  Grant Campbell  Gesias JZ Calvancante  Luiz Cane 

Tweets of the Week - 3/23

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/tweets-of-the-week-032312

Aldrin de Jesus  Todd Duffee  Marvin Eastman  Stav Crazy Bear Economou  Yves Edwards 

Edge, Bret Hart & Trish Stratus Set For SmackDown!

The official website of the Air Canada Centre is advertising WWE Hall of Famer Bret “The Hitman” Hart and multi-time WWE Women’s Champion Trish Stratus for this Tuesday’s SmackDown! taping at the venue.
Both Canadian stars are advertised for “special guest appearances.”
WWE announced Friday on SmackDown! that former world champion Edge would appear on this week’s show, which emanates from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. According to the Air Canada Centre website, WWE will be paying tribute to the “Rated-R Superstar” with “Edge Appreciation Night.”
Also advertised for the event is a World Heavyweight ...

Source: http://www.ifight365.com/2011/09/edge-bret-hart-trish-stratus-set-for-smackdown/

Lyman Good Gary Goodridge Gerard Gordeau Jonathan Goulet Wilson Gouveia

Opponent For Strikeforce Heavyweight GP Winner Still An Unknown

If Josh Barnett takes care of Daniel Cormier and wins the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix, who would you like to see Barnett face in the “final” Strikeforce heavyweight match. How about if Cormier, an Olympian, takes care of Barnett and wins the title, who would you prefer to see him face? Well, if you are [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mmaconvert/~3/fE9KEVWW37k/

Dai Shuanghai  Mac Danzig  Karen Darabedyan Viacheslav Datsik Marcus Davis 

Dan Hardy: I would love to trade punches with Nick Diaz

Source: http://www.mmamania.com/2012/3/28/2909853/dan-hardy-nick-diaz-ufc-mma-video

Marcelo Brito  Rob Broughton  Mike Brown  Junie Browning Paul Buentello 

World Sidecars are GO !!!

The first round of 2012 FIM World Sidecar Championship will be kicking off in France in conjunction ...

Source: http://www.fim-live.com/en/media/news/news-detail/article/1332771142-world-sidecars-are-go/

Thiago Alves  Andre Amade  Dean Amasinger  Jimmy Ambriz Matt Andersen 

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Awesome November

Source: http://moto-x-foto.blogspot.com/2009/11/awesome-november.html

Ryo Piranha Chonan  Dan The Sandman Christison  Logan The Pink Pounder Clark  Steve The Snake Claveau  Rich No Love Clementi 

Wyaralong Motorbike Park

The Queensland government in association with Motorcycling Queensland is set to open a new motorbike park south of Brisbane at Wyaralong between Beaudesert and Boonah, Queensland. Bookings can be made at Nominate The park offers trail bike riding and a natural terrain motocross track and in the future will cater for motocross, supercross, stadium-cross and [...]

Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/wyaralong-motorbike-park/

Robert Berry David Bielkheden Michael Bisping  Dan Bobish Vagam Bodjukyan

Chael Sonnen hasn't yet signed on for UFC 147 bout with Anderson Silva, says "my demand has not been met"

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

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Though the UFC has announced the rematch between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen for UFC 147 in Rio de Janeiro, Sonnen has not yet signed his fight contract for the bout.

In a comment made to MMAFighting.com, Sonnen gave a simple explanation as to why, but didn't expand on his reasoning.

"My demand has not been met," Sonnen said. "I've signed nothing."

His manager said it's essentially a formality at this point, but Sonnen said his demand is still to come, and he'll sign once that demand is made and met.

Penick's Analysis: There's not a chance that this is anything more than Chael being Chael. He may have some type of demand as another attempt to stir the pot, much like his challenge to Silva in the cage after defeating Brian Stann last October, but he'll sign on for the fight, and it will go through. This is just more posturing and him trying to rile people up. I'm sure we'll see what his "demand" is, if there is one, in the coming days, but I don't believe for a second that the fight is in danger.

[Chael Sonnen art by Grant Gould (c) MMATorch.com]

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_12886.shtml

Martinsh Egle Eric Butterbean Esch Efrain Escudero Rashad Evans Urijah Faber

?UFC on FUEL TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva? Betting Odds

The Octagon’s extended hiatus doesn’t end for another 17 days, but that certainly shouldn’t stop one from examining the investment options for “UFC on FUEL TV: Gustafsson vs. Silva.” The April 14th event features a light heavyweight shootout between Alexander Gustafsson (Pictured) and Thiago Silva. Gustafsson is nearly a 2.5-to-1 favorite to spoil Silva’s return [...]

Source: http://www.5thRound.com/110435/ufc-on-fuel-tv-gustafsson-vs-silva-betting-odds/

Luke Cummo  Jeff Big Frog Curran Dai Shuanghai  Mac Danzig  Karen Darabedyan

Former Supercross Rider Jimmy Button Completes Emotional Ride at Daytona International Speedway

Once paralyzed, motocross rider completes ride across America with victory lap around Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Jimmy Button reached his goal on Sunday – standing on top of the box inside Gatorade Victory Lane at historic Daytona International Speedway spraying champagne in celebration.

Jimmy Button at the head of the pack on his victory lap around [...]

Source: http://emotocrossblog.com/archives/1073

Mauro Galvao Arman Gambaryan Manvel Gamburyan Sean Gannon Edgar Garcia

UFC president cuts Muhammed 'King Mo' Lawal

In another devastating blow, former Strikeforce champ Muhammed "King Mo" Lawal has been released from his Strikeforce contract.

UFC president Dana White today confirmed the news to MMAjunkie.com but declined to comment on the release.

Following a nine-month suspension issued today by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, Lawal lashed out on Twitter, which led to his ouster.


Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mmajunkie/~3/revMOAr-WJA/ufc-president-cuts-king-mo-lawal.mma

Lorenzo Borgomeo  Kyle Bradley  Jai Bradney  Ebenezer Fontes Braga Chris Brennan

Rashad Evans, The Final Obstacle For Jon Jones?

<B>By MATT MOLGAARD<BR>
MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer</B><BR><BR>

205 pound sensation Jon ?Bones? Jones arrived on Zuffa landscape in August of 2008 after just six professional fights. UFC scouting proved not only timely, but brilliant; one of the most profound prospects in the business had been spotted by the world?s largest mixed martial arts promotion, and there wasn?t a hint of hesitation in signing the young talent to a multi-fight contract.<BR><BR>

One month after destroying Moyses Gabin at Battle Cage Xtreme 5, ?Bones? made his way to the octagon for the first time.<BR><BR>

Not yet the highly refined warrior we recognize today, Jones battled and dominated Andre Gusmao. While Gusmao never offered up too much resistance, Jon?s inexperience was evident; Gusmao, though hurt a few times, survived to see the final bell toll, and ?Bones? certainly didn?t unleash the flashy and wild offensive maneuvers he?s become known for. In short, Jon was working at getting himself comfortable on the big stage. And, it worked wonders.<BR><BR>

In his next outing, just five months later, Jon met fan favorite Stephan Bonnar at UFC 94. ?Bones? looked like an entirely different fighter. A multitude of aesthetically appealing techniques would be unveiled by the future champ, as he launched wild kicks and some beautiful spinning assaults (a gorgeous spinning elbow floored Bonnar, and decorates highlight reels to this day) that left the TUF alum confused and battered after fifteen minutes. Jones had officially garnered significant attention from UFC brass.<BR><BR>

From that point forward, Jones would take on the role of fledgling superstar. Not even a disqualification loss to Matt Hamill (Jones was disqualified for landing 12-6 elbow strikes from the mount) could suffocate the attention the youngster demanded. Joe Silva and Dana White were all eyes on Jones and to the shock of many, a sizeable leap in competition would quickly follow.<BR><BR>

At UFC 126, in February of 2011, Jones entered the cage to face the other key prospect in the division, Ryan Bader; a dangerous wrestler riding the fame of a recent stint on Spike?s, The Ultimate Fighter. The moment of truth had arrived, and it was time for the future of the division to collide in order to establish another deserving contender. As impressive as Bader had been, Jones made him look the amateur, easily outwrestling and submitting him in approximately nine minutes.<BR><BR>

As impressive as the victory was, the fight only marked the beginning of a frightening reign of dominance. A title fight with Mauricio ?Shogun? Rua presented itself when planned challenger, Rashad Evans was forced to withdraw due to injury. Jones leapt at the chance to meet the Pride star in a title fight, and one month later, the two toed the line in one insanely memorable bout.<BR><BR>

Rua wouldn?t survive to see the fourth round; Jones remained one step ahead of his foe from the opening minute of the fight. A diverse attack consisting of brutal punches, kicks, knees and takedowns kept Mauricio on the constant defensive. After an ugly attack from Jones left Rua crumbled on the canvas, referee Herb Dean stepped in to call a merciful halt to the fight just as ?Shogun? himself pounded the mat in physical surrender. It was a mind boggling sight to see, as no one has ever abused the Brazilian in such fashion.<BR><BR>

Two convincing defenses would follow. First, Jones would accomplish a feat unparalleled within the confines of the octagon: he stopped Quinton ?Rampage? Jackson inside the allotted 25 minute timeframe. After a series of exchanges in the vertical position showcased Jones? striking dominance, but the fight would end on the mat, where Jon applied a slick rear naked choke to bring closure to the bout in the fourth round. Destroying two living legends consecutively however, was not enough for the newly minted champion.<BR><BR>

Jones would go on to battle Lyoto Machida next, in what many figured to be the champion?s greatest test to date. And, to some extent it was; Jones was actually hit flush in this bout, and forced into a striking exchange that ?The Dragon? edged early. Round two saw a stylistic adjustment from Jon however, and the tactic proved to be a wise one. As the bout neared the close of the second frame, Jones hurt Machida with a big punch, and bullied the Brazilian against the cage. A tight standing guillotine was applied, and moments later another former champion had succumbed to the onslaught of Jon Jones; Machida collapsed face first to the canvas, completely unconscious.<BR><BR><!--more-break-->

Having completely destroyed three former champions consecutively, many now feel Jones has free reign over the division. That however is not necessarily true, as one extremely capable challenger now waits in the wings. That challenger is Rashad Evans, who stylistically, could make for some problems come fight time. He?s lightning fast, a superb wrestler, and he possesses knockout power in all four extremities. This collision is long overdue, and the bad blood between these two former training partners permeates any room occupied by both men. It?s quite clear that Rashad believes success has gone to Jon?s head, while Jon seems to view Evans? displeasure as little more than jealousy.<BR><BR>

While many pundits believe Jones to be light years beyond Rashad in regards to natural talent, the fact still remains: Rashad Evans possesses the proper tools to topple the champion. The fact that these two have spent plenty of time training together likely has instilled a bit of extra confidence in Evans, but is confidence enough to overcome the longest reach and most diversified attack in the division, and if so, is Rashad Evans the last true obstacle for Jon Jones? We?ll find out next month.<BR><BR>

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Stav Crazy Bear Economou  Yves Edwards  Justin Eilers  Jon Olav Einemo Per Eklund

Bryan Caraway-Mitch Gagnon slated for UFC 149 from Calgary

Bantamweights Bryan Caraway and Mitch Gagnon became the first fighters officially scheduled to compete on July 21 at UFC 149 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. UFC officials announced the match-up on Monday. Featherweight champion Jose Aldo is expected to see action in the main event but does not have an opponet yet. The card will take [...]

Source: http://fiveouncesofpain.com/2012/03/27/bryan-caraway-mitch-gagnon-slated-for-ufc-149-from-calgary/

Ralek Gracie Renzo Gracie Rickson Gracie Rodrigo Gracie Roger Gracie

Frankie Edgar vs. Benson Henderson II is on

According to Dana White's Twitter feed, the muddled mess that is the lightweight title picture has been cleared up. After Edgar lost his championship belt in a decision to Benson Henderson at UFC 144, Edgar will rematch with current champ Henderson this summer. An exact date or event was not given, but the UFC has planned events for a pay-per-view July 7 and a Fox show on August 4.

Anthony Pettis and the winner of the upcoming bout between Nate Diaz and Jim Miller have been mentioned as possible contender, but Edgar is the winner. He pushed for the rematch in every interview that came his way. Edgar believed he deserved the fight because he had to rematch close fights twice.

But as Snoop Pearson said, "Deserve got nuthin' to do with it." The fight is good business. Edgar and Henderson's first fight was an exciting, five-round brawl. The rematch will draw more fans who heard about the first match-up. Whether it's on Fox or pay-per-view, a lightweight title bout will offer good TV.

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/frankie-edgar-vs-benson-henderson-ii-004513126.html

Roger Gracie Rolles Gracie Royce Gracie Royler Gracie Ryan Gracie

UFC 131 Weigh in Highlight: Florian v. Nunes - UFC 131

Tomorrow night, Kenny Florian will make his featherweight debut as he takes on Diego Nunes at UFC 131

Source: http://mmalice.com/ufc-131/ufc-131-weigh-in-highlight-florian-v-nunes-video_dbd951e65.html

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UFC 131 Weigh in Highlight: Florian v. Nunes - UFC 131

Tomorrow night, Kenny Florian will make his featherweight debut as he takes on Diego Nunes at UFC 131

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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Strikeforce Issues Statement on Muhammed Lawal

Source: http://www.ufc.com/news/Strikeforce-Lawal-Statement

Rolles Gracie Royce Gracie Royler Gracie Ryan Gracie Peter Graham

Tito Ortiz closing out career against Forrest Griffin on July 7

Light heavyweight icon Tito Ortiz came forward a few months back to say his next fight would be his last and, like an inmate on death row, Ortiz has been granted his final meal in the form of Forrest Griffin at UFC 148. The 37-year old veteran had long lobbied for a third shot at [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/20/tito-ortiz-closing-out-career-against-forrest-griffin-on-july-7

Roan Jucao Carneiro Shane The Engineer Carwin  Jason Hollywood Chambers Ryo Piranha Chonan  Dan The Sandman Christison 

Dana White UFC 131 Video Blog Day 2 - UFC

Dana White UFC 131 Video Blog Day 2. Behind the Scenes of the UFC 131 press con. Dana talking to fans about fights coming up and hockey.

Source: http://mmalice.com/ufc/dana-white-ufc-131-video-blog-day-2-video_348769b2e.html

Dos Caras Jr   Phil Cardella Roan Jucao Carneiro Shane The Engineer Carwin  Jason Hollywood Chambers

Grove vs. Duffee, Kelly vs. Ruediger, Schlemenko vs. Minowa Added To SFL 2

http://bjpenn.com/mmanews/?p=17254

Following the sell out success of SFL 1, India�s first MMA Organization Super Fight League (SFL) is proud to announce the following fights have been confirmed...

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Jermaine Andrè  Yoji Anjo  Ao Hailin  Shinya Aoki  Andrei Arlovski 

RJ Says - Speed or Consistency?

After the Anaheim II Supercross, it?s looking like a four man race for the coveted title of 2012 AMA Supercross Series Champion.

With everybody still healthy and strong, this is shaping up to be one of the most competitive years in Supercross ever. Most seasons in the past the title has come down to one or two guys - but right now there is a major the contrast in the consistency of Chad Reed and Ryan Dungey versus the brutal speed of Ryan Villopoto and James Stewart.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-speed-or-consistency

Alex Andrade  Jermaine Andrè  Yoji Anjo  Ao Hailin  Shinya Aoki 

'The Ultimate Fighter: Live' ratings: Episode No. 3 averages 1.2 million viewers

Ratings for the third episode of "The Ultimate Fighter: Live" were up a tick and resulted in an average audience of 1.2 million viewers.

Friday's episode, which featured the season's second opening-round matchup, followed the 1.1 million viewers who tuned in for the second episode and the 1.3 who for the season debut.

MMAjunkie.com today confirmed the figures with an industry source.


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Jaime Gutierrez Dave Gomez Keith Hackney Matt Hamill Volk Han

Chael Sonnen On Anderson Silva: ?If I Want Your Opinion, I Will Beat It Out Of You?

Chael Sonnen responds to Anderson Silva’s comments of “shut up and train” as he prepares for their rematch at UFC 147.

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Clay Guida Jason Guida Melvin Guillard Cody Guinn Jorge Gurgel

KTM Canada adds National #2 Dusty Klatt to powerful MX1 Team

Source: http://imxmag.blogspot.com/2011/12/ktm-canada-adds-national-2-dusty-klatt.html

Yves Edwards  Justin Eilers  Jon Olav Einemo Per Eklund Jason Ellis

Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen rematch is on for June in Brazil

After months of rumors, the UFC finally confirmed that they will head back to Brazil in June. At Joao Havelange Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Anderson Silva will rematch with Chael Sonnen for the UFC middleweight belt. After a season of coaching of the fi...

Source: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/anderson-silva-vs-chael-sonnen-rematch-june-185758960.html

Luiz Buscapé Firmino Spencer Fisher Jon Fitch Kenny Florian Jesse Forbes

why does everyone hate on Robin?

Why do people hate on Robin so much?

So what if he wears little green underwear!

He used to be in the friggin circus!

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78153-why-does-everyone-hate-on-Robin&goto=newpost

Randy The Natural Couture  Dan Cramer Alberto Crane Marcio Pe de Pano Cruz Luke Cummo 

MMAFrenzy Podcast: Post-NCAA Wrestling Tournament Edition

MMAFrenzy.com presents its latest podcast, where host Steve ?bsbiz? Barnes is joined by writers Chris Leslie and Pete Sumulong providing analysis of this week?s MMA news and recaps of recent events.

This week we take a look at the NCAA tournament, various issues in the UFC, and Pete and Steve take a look at Wrestlemania.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/28005/mmafrenzy-podcast-post-ncaa-wrestling-tournament-edition/

Jason Grace Crosley Gracie Gregor Gracie Ralek Gracie Renzo Gracie

Monday, March 26, 2012

?ONE FC: War of the Lions? Fight Card Finalized, Airs Free on YouTube

“ONE FC: War of the Lions” takes place this Saturday inside Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang. The show features a scrap between Felipe Enomoto and Zorobabel Moreira. “As a gift of appreciation to all MMA fans around the world, I have decided to make the broadcast of the entire fight card for ‘ONE FC: War [...]

Source: http://www.5thRound.com/110244/one-fc-war-of-the-lions-fight-card-finalized-airs-free-on-youtube/

Jaime Gutierrez Dave Gomez Keith Hackney Matt Hamill Volk Han

Thailand Blog & Tons of Pics part 2 ? Siteseeing, Tiger Muay Thai @tigermuaythai and more!

So we never really planned the next day after the full moon party and found ourselves waking up around 11am. Checkout time was noon and so unmotivated were we that we just decided to stay another day. That and the fact that we missed the boat over to Koh Tao, a neighboring island we were [...]

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Lee Hasdell Musse Hasselvall Daiki DJ taiki Hata He Peng David Heath

Loretta's 2009!

Source: http://moto-x-foto.blogspot.com/2009/08/lorettas-2009.html

Hermes Franca Rich Franklin Ian Freeman Don Frye Tony Fryklund

Jon Jones Gets Taken Down On Brazilian Reality Show

Jon Jones appears on Brazilian reality show “Sensei No��o”.

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Alberto Crane Marcio Pe de Pano Cruz Luke Cummo  Jeff Big Frog Curran Dai Shuanghai 

Noora Naraghi from Iran chasing her motocross racing dream

Noora Naraghi recently traveled from Iran to the USA to pursue her motocross racing dream. Her MX dream? To learn how to ride and race motocross from Stefy Bau, former 2 time Women's World Motocross Champion and owner/instructor of 211 MX school. 211 MX is the elite world wide motocross academy based in Florida, and designed specially for women riders and racers.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/noora-naraghi-from-iran-chasing-her-motocross-racing-dream

Luke Cummo  Jeff Big Frog Curran Dai Shuanghai  Mac Danzig  Karen Darabedyan

The 5th Atlantic Motorcycle and ATV Show @ Moncton Coliseum February 10 -12, 2012

Source: http://imxmag.blogspot.com/2011/10/5th-atlantic-motorcycle-and-atv-show.html

Dean Amasinger  Jimmy Ambriz Matt Andersen  Alex Andrade  Jermaine Andrè 

2012 Des Moines, Iowa and National bike events

Can’t believe we made it to mid-January before getting ANY measurable snow here in central Iowa! We’ve even had a couple of days in the upper 50′s – more than nice enough to ride, but alas, I wasn’t able to enjoy them. At least, not on the motorcycle. And, even though it’s currently bitter-cold, the [...]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BikerChickNews/~3/-2OSG-Pitr4/

Hiroyuki Abe Cyril Abidi  Daniel Acacio Bernard Ackah  Terrance Aflague

A Look at the Lightweights of Bellator 62

Two weeks into Bellator Season 6 and yours truly is six of eight when it comes to picking the first-round fights. Nothing spectacular I suppose, but that sort of success rate is pretty decent when it comes to the sport of MMA, and if you?re the betting type it?ll likely net you some money. So [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/23/a-look-at-the-lightweights-of-bellator-62

Edson Drago  Tomasz Drwal Joe Hybrid Duarte Aldrin de Jesus  Todd Duffee 

SUZUKI PODIUMS AT MONSTER CUP SX

Source: http://imxmag.blogspot.com/2011/10/suzuki-podiums-at-monster-cup-sx.html

Keith Hackney Matt Hamill Volk Han Joachim Hansen

Jake Ellenberger draws Martin Kampmann in June

The UFC will sort out its welterweight contendership picture this summer when top challengers Jake Ellenberger and Martin Kampmann meet in a headlining match-up at the Ultimate Fighter 15 Finale on June 1. Both men are considered to be among the best 170-pounders in MMA and have turned in a number of impressive performances over [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/21/jake-ellenberger-draws-martin-kampmann-in-june

Antoni Hardonk Dan Hardy Lee Hasdell Musse Hasselvall Daiki DJ taiki Hata

Sunday, March 25, 2012

John Cena: ?April 1 is truly a clash of two different people.?

John Cena and The Rock may have a handful of things in common but it is their differences that are most prevalent, specifically regarding the grip with which they embrace life as a professional wrestler. While The Rock rocketed to stardom and has blazed a successful Hollywood career in the process, Cena?s popularity afforded him [...]

Source: http://www.fighters.com/03/24/john-cena-%e2%80%9capril-1-is-truly-a-clash-of-two-different-people-%e2%80%9d

Jorge Gurgel Andre Gusmao Alexander Gustafsson Jaime Gutierrez Dave Gomez

The Sunday Junkie deadline reminder, win a free 'Fighters Only' subscription!

As a reminder, submissions for the upcoming edition of "The Sunday Junkie" are due Sunday at 10 a.m. ET.

All topics - including "The Ultimate Fighter: Live" and tonight's Bellator 62 event - are open for discussion. The person who sends in the submission we deem the best (based on timeliness of subject, clarity and overall persuasiveness) is the winner.

Each winner receives a free year's subscription to "Fighters Only," the world's leading MMA and lifestyle magazine.


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Xavier Foupa Pokam Hermes Franca Rich Franklin Ian Freeman Don Frye

MMAFrenzy?s Tournament of Upsets

In honor of the "weekend of upsets" in the Men's NCAA Basketball tournament, MMAFrenzy is taking a look back at some of the biggest upsets in MMA history. What started as a simple top ten list morphed into a full-blown 32-fight bracket. While no list is perfect, these were the top 32 upsets the staff agreed on. Voting on the first round will last two days, with the second round beginning Friday.

Source: http://mmafrenzy.com/27926/mmafrenzys-tournament-of-mma-upsets/

Jason Ellis Aleksander Emelianenko Fedor Emelianenko Yasubey Enomoto Mark Epstein

10 year old believes in pride rules... in footy

http://youtu.be/SMit6jQeY3Q

Source: http://ninjashoes.net/forum/showthread.php?78156-10-year-old-believes-in-pride-rules-in-footy&goto=newpost

Antoni Hardonk Dan Hardy Lee Hasdell Musse Hasselvall Daiki DJ taiki Hata

Miguel Torres UFC 145 Fight Blog: 'I Love Montreal'

Source: http://www.mmafighting.com/ufc/2012/3/24/2897763/miguel-torres-ufc-145-fight-blog-i-love-montreal

Alexander Gustafsson Jaime Gutierrez Dave Gomez Keith Hackney Matt Hamill

MARITIME MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME 2011 INDUCTEES INCLUDE NATIONAL LEGENDS

Source: http://imxmag.blogspot.com/2011/10/maritime-motorsports-hall-of-fame-2011.html

Vagam Bodjukyan Kotetsu Boku  Tony Bonello Stephan Bonnar Lorenzo Borgomeo 

Crusty Cup Australia Wrap Up

Jacko, Potter, and Truman Carroll took a visit to Melbourne Australia, for the Formula 1 Grand Prix all competing for the $50,000 prize along...

Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/03/crusty-cup-australia-wrap-up/

Tomasz Drwal Joe Hybrid Duarte Aldrin de Jesus  Todd Duffee  Marvin Eastman 

Santos Overweight; Prindle Awarded Bellator Tournament Title

<B>By MATT MOLGAARD<BR>
MMANEWS.COM Staff Writer</B><BR><BR>

Eric Prindle (7-1-0-1) just picked up the easiest title he?ll likely ever claim. The man didn?t even have to step foot in a cage to pick up the title of Bellator Tournament Winner, as his opponent, Thiago Santos (10-1-0-1), missed weight be a sizeable discrepancy.<BR><BR>

In advance of tonight's Bellator 62 event, Thiago Santos tipped the scales at a staggering 277.8 pounds, nearly thirteen pounds above the contractual limit of 265 pounds.<BR><BR>

The default win lines Prindle up for a crack at the current Bellator heavyweight champion, Cole Konrad (8-0) at a yet to be determined future event.<BR><BR>

Santos?s blunder marks a second failed effort to put this rematch together (the two first battled at Bellator 59, when Prindle suffered a fight ending groin shot, which resulted in a No Contest ruling), as the two were slated to meet at Bellator 61, but Prindle fell ill prior to the match.<BR><BR>

Leave your feedback on this article by posting a comment directly below! You can also chat about the card in the <A HREF="http://www.mmanews.com/forums" target="_Blank"><B>MMANEWS.COM Forums</B></A> and/or the <A HREF="http://www.facebook.com/mmanewsdotcom" target="_Blank"><B>MMANEWS.COM Facebook</B></A>. If that wasn't enough, MMANEWS.COM is now on Twitter as well <A HREF="http://twitter.com/mmanewsdotcom" target="_Blank"><B>@mmanewsdotcom</B></A>.<BR><BR>

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Tony DeSouza  Edwin Dewees  Nick Diaz  Tadhg Steamfist Dixon Joe Doerksen 

Medical Beat: In MMA, now is the time to consider fighter safety

MMAjunkie.com medical columnist and consultant Dr. Johnny Benjamin hopes some fans can look at MMA in a new light.

As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Benjamin has seen the carnage that results from "leaving it all on the field" - especially after athletes conclude their careers in contact and contact sports.

While out of sight is often out of mind for many MMA fans, it's never been more important to pay careful consideration to fighter safety as the sport continues its evolution.


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Jai Bradney  Ebenezer Fontes Braga Chris Brennan Marcelo Brito  Rob Broughton